ACU-RITE 06088, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ... the System 11 Troubleshooting 12 Care Maintenance 14 Specifications 14 FCC Information 14 Customer Support 15 Warranty 15 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This product requires an AcuRite 5 in 1 Weather Sensor sold separately to be operational Questions Contact Customer Support at www AcuRite com support or email support chaney inst com High Resolution Weather Station Display model 06088 ...

Page 2: ... Instructions Remove the protective film that is applied to the LED screen prior to using this product Peel off to remove Package Contents 1 Display with Tabletop Stand 2 Power Adapter 3 Mounting Bracket 4 Instruction Manual PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online to receive 1 year warranty protection www AcuRite com IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE ...

Page 3: ...eshooting section see page 13 7 Within an hour after the display is connected to Wi Fi forecasts from Dark Sky will be shown on your display If you entered your WU credentials data from your sensor will automatically begin to upload to Weather UndergroundTM Monitor sensor data remotely at www wunderground com or from a mobile device using the Weather UndergroundTM app available from the iOS App St...

Page 4: ...For easy wall mounting FRONT OF DISPLAY 4 Button For menu access and setup preferences 5 and Buttons For setup preferences and manually cycling through messages see page 6 6 Button For setup preferences 7 Button For viewing high low records 4 5 6 5 7 Features Benefits Display 3 1 2 ...

Page 5: ...5 Features Benefits Weather Overview Dashboard 1 2 3 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 ...

Page 6: ...isplays when temperature is 79 F 26 C or lower Wind chill calculation displays when temperature is 40 F 4 C or lower 15 Current Feels Like Temperature 16 Rainfall History Displays most recent rainfall and rainfall records for current week month year 17 Messages Displays weather information and messages see page 11 18 Current Outdoor Humidity Arrow icon indicates direction humidity is trending 19 C...

Page 7: ...CLOCK MINUTE CALENDAR MONTH CALENDAR DATE CALENDAR YEAR PRESSURE UNITS inHg or hPa TEMPERATURE UNITS ºF or ºC WIND SPEED UNITS mph km h knots RAINFALL UNITS inches or mm DISTANCE UNITS miles or kilometers AUTO DIM YES or NO AUTO CYCLE OFF 15 sec 30 sec 60 sec 2 min 5 min ALERT VOLUME If you live in an area that observes Daylight Saving Time DST should be set to YES even if it is not currently Dayl...

Page 8: ...op use and is wall mountable Important Placement Guidelines To ensure accurate temperature measurement place units out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents Display and sensor s must be within 330 feet 100 m of each other To maximize wireless range place units away from large metallic items thick walls metal surfaces or other objects that may limit wireless communication To pr...

Page 9: ...e humidity wind speed and rainfall The display also includes an alarm clock feature time alarm and storm alarm activated when barometric pressure drops 3 Setup Access the Setup sub menu to enter the initial setup process 4 Display Access the Display sub menu to adjust display settings brightness contrast tint display mode screen cycle and backlight auto dim sleep mode When auto dim mode is activat...

Page 10: ...rmation It is backed by a wide range of weather data sources which are aggregated together to provide the most accurate forecast possible for a given location With down to the minute forecasts you ll know exactly when conditions will change so you can plan your day If the weather station is not connected to Wi Fi the forecast is generated using data from the outdoor sensor Self calibrating forecas...

Page 11: ...IGNAL LOST CHECK BATTERIES AND PLACEMENT CAUTION HEAT INDEX IS XXX CAUTION WIND CHILL IS XXX WARMEST DAY THIS WEEK COLDEST DAY THIS WEEK TODAY S RAINFALL XX Expand the System This weather station measures temperature humidity wind speed wind direction and rainfall The weather station can be expanded to include lightning detection by connecting a compatible AcuRite Lightning Sensor optional sold se...

Page 12: ...t may be an indication of wireless interference between the sensor and display Re add sensor to display by accessing the Connections sub menu see page 10 Inaccurate forecast Confirm there is a Wi Fi connection icon should be displayed above the forecast If the icon is displayed refer to Display not connecting to Wi Fi section page13 Today and tomorrow s forecast is downloaded from Dark Sky when co...

Page 13: ... the display and an electrical outlet Display not connecting to Wi Fi Your internet router and display must be within range of each other Relocate your display closer to your router Ensure the network name SSID and password you ve entered are correct NOTE Both network name and password are case sensitive Make sure DCHP is enabled on your router Most routers have DHCP enabled by default Ensure your...

Page 14: ...ide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harm...

Page 15: ...TY SET FORTH HEREIN ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE We expressly disclaim all liability for special consequential or incidental damages whether arising in tort or by contract from any breach of this warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incide...

Page 16: ...s AcuRite uses patented technology Visit www AcuRite com patents for details Printed in China 06088 INST 103118 It s more than accurate it s AcuRite offers an extensive assortment of precision instruments designed to provide you with information you can depend on to Plan your day with confidence www AcuRite com Weather Stations Temperature Humidity Weather Alert Radio Kitchen Thermometers Timers C...

Page 17: ... 1 PRO Weather Sensor model 06014 Package Contents 1 5 in 1 PRO Weather Sensor 2 Mounting Hardware 3 Sensor Mounting Bracket 4 Instruction Manual PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online to receive 1 year warranty protection www AcuRite com IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE ...

Page 18: ...urement 3 A B C Switch ID code that must match display s A B C switch to ensure units synchronize 4 Battery Compartment 5 Temperature Humidity Sensors internal 6 Mounting Point 7 Wind Speed Anemometer 8 Wind Direction Vane 9 Mounting Bracket 10 Mounting Hardware Includes 5 anchors the following screws Qty Diameter Length 5 4 3 4 1 4 1 2 1 6 1 2 11 Debris Filter Pre installed to prevent debris from...

Page 19: ... 4ºF 20ºC Remove Rain Gauge Stabilizer Locate and remove the rain gauge stabilizer plastic tab taped into the bottom of the sensor The rain gauge will not function until this is removed 2 3 1 PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS BATTERY SAFETY Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior ...

Page 20: ...S INTERFERENCE Place units at least 3 feet 9 m away from electronic devices TV computer microwave radio etc LOCATE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES Position sensor away from heaters air conditioners chimneys exhaust vents asphalt and concrete surfaces that radiate heat LOCATE AWAY FROM HUMIDITY SOURCES Avoid installing the sensor near pools spas or other bodies of water Water sources may impact humidity acc...

Page 21: ...ion 5 in 1 Sensor Installation 1 Fasten mounting base included to a post or pole not included using the 4 longer screws included in the hardware bag 2 Insert the mounting base into the hole on the bottom of the sensor 3 Make sure the arrows on the top of the sensor are pointed in the proper direction and the bubble level is centered The solar cell should be facing south to properly orient the wind...

Page 22: ...ing the buckets Adjustment If the rain gauge doesn t register close to 1 06 make an EQUAL adjustment to the two calibration screws on the bottom of the 5 in 1 sensor Turning screws clockwise increases rainfall counter clockwise decreases rainfall To adjust the rainfall reading by 2 turn both screws 1 8 of a turn To adjust the rainfall reading by 4 turn both screws 1 4 of a turn To adjust the rainf...

Page 23: ...r use thereof exceed the original purchase price paid for the product Applicability of Policy This Return Refund and Warranty Policy applies only to purchases made in the United States and Canada For purchases made in a country other than the United States or Canada please consult the policies applicable to the country in which you made your purchase Additionally this Policy applies only to the or...

Page 24: ...s AcuRite uses patented technology Visit www AcuRite com patents for details Printed in China 06014 INST 060616 It s More than Accurate it s AcuRite offers an extensive assortment of precision instruments designed to provide you with information you can depend on to Plan your day with confidence www AcuRite com Weather Stations Temperature Humidity Weather Alert Radio Kitchen Thermometers Timers C...