Version 1.7 - 07/01/2008
What You Need to Get Started:
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High-speed Internet connection – cable, DSL or other broadband
Internet service will work. NOTE: If you only have a Dial-Up Internet
connection, Weather Direct™ will not work. However, you can use
Weather Direct™ Lite with a Dial-Up connection using your computer’s
USB port – see
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Router or broadband modem with built-in router. (contact your Internet
service provider ISP for information on compatibility with their service)
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If you have any questions about routers, or you would like a
recommendation on a great router for use with Weather Direct™, see -
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Valid e-mail address – required to make sure you can retrieve your
password and receive other information about your user profile.
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“AA”
Alkaline
batteries for the Wireless Outdoor Sensor
NOTE: Rechargeable batteries are not recommended due to the wide variation in
performance between brands and types. Please use only fresh Alkaline batteries.
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“C”
Alkaline
batteries for the Wireless Display Sensor
NOTE: Rechargeable batteries are not recommended due to the wide variation in
performance between brands and types. Please use only fresh Alkaline batteries.
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and click “Register” to Start
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After you have registered and selected a forecast location and Time
Zone for your Wireless Display, the forecast data will show up on the
display within 60 seconds.
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A reasonably current Windows, Macintosh, or Linux PC with internet
browser installed is required for initial set up and configuration
changes
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The browser must be configured with Java Script enabled. Most
browsers allow JavaScript as a standard feature. If you have turned
off support for JavaScript in your browser, please allow JavaScript to
run again to register or configure your Device.
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Any internet use involves computer security maintenance. It is your responsibility to maintain current
operating system and internet security patches to protect your PC resources. Contact your operating system
vendor or ISP for maintenance details. The following reference may also be helpful:
http://www.cert.org/tech_tips/home_networks.html
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