La Crosse Technology WS-7211U Instruction Manual
La Crosse Technology WS-7211U Instruction Manual

La Crosse Technology WS-7211U Instruction Manual

Wireless 433 mhz weather station

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WS-7211U
Wireless 433 MHz
Weather Station
Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 WS-7211U Wireless 433 MHz Weather Station Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page Quick Setup Inventory of Contents Detailed Setup Guide Battery Installation Setting the Time Features Minimum and Maximum Temperatures Resetting Minimum and Maximum Temperatures Adding additional remote 10-11 temperature sensors (optional) Weather Forecast Weather Icons 13-14 Tendency Arrow Mounting 15-16...
  • Page 3: Quick Setup

    QUICK SETUP Hint: Use good quality Alkaline Batteries and avoid rechargeable batteries. 1. Have the indoor temperature station and remote temperature sensor 3 to 5 feet apart. 2. Batteries should be out of both units for 10 minutes. 3. Place the batteries into the remote temperature sensor first then into the indoor temperature station.
  • Page 4 In this time the indoor temperature station and remote temperature sensor will start to talk to each other and the display will show both the indoor temperature and an outdoor temperature. If the indoor temperature station does not display both temperatures after the 15 minutes please retry the set up as stated above.
  • Page 5 feet of resistance and an interior wall can have up to 20 feet of resistance. Your distance plus resistance should not exceed 80 ft. in a straight line. NOTE: Fog and mist will not harm your remote temperature sensor but direct rain must be avoided.
  • Page 6: Inventory Of Contents

    INVENTORY OF CONTENTS The indoor weather station (Figure The remote temperature sensor (TX6U) and mounting bracket. (Figure 2) 3 each, 1/2” Philips screws. One strip of double sided adhesive tape. Instruction Manual and Warranty Card. Figure 1 Figure 2 Holder...
  • Page 7: Detailed Setup Guide

    ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (not included) 1 Philips screwdriver. 2 Fresh AA Alkaline batteries. 2 Fresh AA Alkaline batteries DETAILED SETUP GUIDE Battery Installation Install 2 AA batteries in the remote temperature sensor. Make sure they do not spring free, or start-up problems may occur.
  • Page 8: Setting The Time

    Setting the time Press and hold the “SET” key for 4 seconds. The hour will flash. Press and release the “+” key to advance the hour. Press and release the “SET” key. The minute is flashing. Press and release the “+” key to advance the minutes.
  • Page 9: Features

    FEATURES Minimum and Maximum Temperatures Press and release the “MIN/MAX” button, “MAX” appears between the indoor and remote temperatures. The recorded maximum indoor and remote temperature is displayed. Press and release the “MIN/MAX” button. “MIN” appears between the indoor and remote temperatures. The recorded minimum temperature is displayed.
  • Page 10: Adding Additional Remote

    “MIN/MAX” button for 5 seconds. Adding Additional Remote Temperature Sensors (optional) The WS-7211U is able to receive signals from 3 different remote temperature sensors. Following are some brief instructions for the basic set-up of remote temperature sensor units with the WS-7211U.
  • Page 11 TX3UP will monitor the temperature of water or soil via a probe. When setting up multiple remote temperature sensors, it is important to remove the batteries from all existing units in operation, then to insert batteries first into all the remote temperature sensors.
  • Page 12: Weather Forecast

    Weather Forecast The weather forecasting feature is estimated to be 75% accurate. The weather forecast is based solely upon the change of air pressure over time. The WS- 7211U averages past air-pressure readings to provide an accurate forecast, creating a necessity to disregard all weather forecasting for 12-24 hours after the unit has been set-up, reset, or moved from one...
  • Page 13: Weather Icons

    Weather Icons There are 3 possible weather icons that will be displayed in the FORECAST LCD: Sunny—indicates that the weather is expected to improve (not that the weather will be sunny). Sun with Clouds— indicates that the weather is expected to be fair (not that the weather will be sunny with clouds).
  • Page 14: Tendency Arrow

    weather will be rainy). The weather icons change when the unit detects a change in air pressure. The icons change in order, from “sunny” to “partly sunny” to “cloudy” or the reverse. It will not change from “sunny” directly to “rainy”, although it is possible for the change to occur quickly.
  • Page 15: Mounting

    arrow pointing down indicates that the air pressure is decreasing and the weather is expected to become worse or remain poor. No arrow means the pressure is stable. MOUNTING Note: To achieve a true temperature reading, avoid mounting in direct sunlight.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: For problems not solved, please contact La Crosse Technology via e-mail or phone, or visit our website, www.lacrossetechnology.com Problem: The LCD is faint Solution: Replace batteries...
  • Page 17 Problem: No outdoor temperature is displayed. Solution: Remove all batteries, reinsert into remote temperature sensor first, then into the indoor weather station. Place remote temperature sensor closer to the indoor weather station. Be sure all batteries are fresh. Place remote temperature sensor and indoor weather station in position so the straight-line signal is not passing through more than two or three...
  • Page 18 environments. The indoor sensor is less responsive to ambient air currents because of the shielding effect of the display's case. In addition, the case can act as a heat sink to absorb and store heat from external sources (i.e. handling of the case or radiant heat).
  • Page 19: Maintenance And Care

    Do not submerge in water. • Do not subject the units to unnecessary heat or cold by placing them in the oven or freezer. • Opening the casings invalidates the warranty. Do not try to repair the unit. Contact La Crosse Technology repairs.
  • Page 20: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Transmitting 433MHz Frequency Measuring Temperatures Indoor Weather 32°F to 156.2°F with 0.2 °F Station resolution -21.8 °F to 156.2°F Remote Temperature with 0.2°F resolution Sensor Temp accuracy +/- 1°F Transmitting Maximum 80 feet range (25m) open space Temperature check Indoor Every 10 seconds Outdoor...
  • Page 21: Warranty Information

    To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact La Crosse Technology, Ltd for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center.
  • Page 22 The owner must pay any shipping charges incurred in getting your La Crosse Technology, Ltd product to a La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service...
  • Page 23 La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay ground return shipping charges to the owner of the product to a USA address only. Your La Crosse Technology, Ltd warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions: (1) damage caused by...
  • Page 24 LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT.
  • Page 25 For warranty work, technical support, or information contact: La Crosse Technology 2809 Losey Blvd. S. La Crosse, WI 54601 Phone: 608.782.1610 Fax: 608.796.1020 e-mail: support@lacrossetechnology.com (warranty work) sales@lacrossetechnology.com (information on other products) web: www.lacrossetechnology.com...
  • Page 26 FCC DISCLAIMER This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. All rights reserved.

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