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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008
WD-2512UR-B
2 DAY INTERNET POWERED
WEATHER STATION
Owner’s Manual
WEATHER DIRECT® LITE
Presented by La Crosse Technology®
La Crosse Technology, Ltd.
www.weatherdirect.com
2809 Losey Blvd. S.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone 608-785-7935
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Table of Contents Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................ 2 Congratulations ................................................................................................................................ 4 Quality Forecasts ............................................................................................................................. 4 Weather D
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Add Optional Secure Weather Gateway ....................................................................................... 17 Types of Severe Weather Alerts: .......................................................................................... 18 Forecast Icons Explained .............................................................................................................. 19 Care and Maintenance ..........................................................
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Congratulations You have just purchased the world’s first Internet-Powered Weather Station. Weather Direct® LITE uses the power of the Internet to deliver weather data and other important information tailored to you, because you are in control of the information it delivers. We understand that no one likes having to read a manual, so we’ve tried to make this a fun and rewarding read. After all, Weather Direct® LITE is all about you. It’s like having your own
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Included in the Box The WD-2512UR-B 2 Day Wireless Forecast Station is a complete Weather Direct® LITE system that includes: • WD-2512UR-B Wireless Display – Provides weather forecast information, time, date and other custom data from the Internet. Also receives and displays wireless outdoor temperature, from your backyard using the included Wireless Outdoor Sensor. • Wireless USB Transceiver – Provides your Weather Direct® LITE System with weather data and o
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 What You Need to Get Started: • Internet connection – dial-up, cable, DSL or other Internet service will work. • Valid e-mail address – required to make sure you can retrieve your password and receive other information about your user profile. • When Optional TX-50U Wireless Outdoor Temperature Sensor is used: 2 “AA” Alkaline batteries for the Wireless Outdoor Sensor NOTE: Rechargeable batteries are not recommended in the Wireless Outdoor Sensor due to the
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Please DO NOT insert batteries into the Wireless Display or the Outdoor Sensor until instructed to do so. Set Up your WD-2512UR-B Open www.weatherdirect.com in a web browser and click “REGISTER” at the top of the page. Our Online Registration Wizard will guide you through the complete registration process. Hardware Installation NOTE: Hardware installation is only intended to be performed after you have registered your Wirel
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 bottom of the Sensor onto the holding pegs of the stand until they click into place in the grooves on the Sensor. To Wall Mount the Outdoor Sensor: The Outdoor Sensor is weather resistant, but not water proof. To ensure maximum Sensor life, mount it in a covered place out of the elements like under the eaves. Placement on the North side of your home will provide the most accurate readings. Mount it about 18” down from the eaves for optimum performance. This ens
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Features • Free Forecasts for Over 40,000 Locations in the United States and Canada, Including Your Hometown, Golf Courses, Parks Sports Venues and More. • Automatically Updates Itself via the Wireless USB Transceiver • 2 Day Forecast with Daily Sky Condition Icons • Specific Forecast for Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Night and Full Day • Lower LCD Line Scrolls City Name, Forecast, Outdoor Temperature, Sun Rise/Set • Lower LCD Line Scrolling Speed Adjustme
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Zone available per Wireless Display. The Daylight Saving Time (DST) checkbox on your Wireless Display settings at www.weatherdirect.com is selected by default because most locations observe DST. If you are in a location that does not observe DST, please make sure to uncheck this box. Optional TX-50U Wireless Outdoor Sensor The Optional Wireless Outdoor Sensor sends temperature data to your Wireless Display, accurate to within a tenth of one degree.
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 LCD Has 2 Day Forecasts Starting with “ TODAY”. Both Days Have a Sky Condition Icon with Daily HI and LO Temperature Display Date, Seconds, or Indoor Temperature Battery Compartment Alarm Icon Time 4 Function Keys Scrolling Text Display: Scrolls Location, Outdoor Temperature, Weather Data “MODE” Key Specific Forecasts help you prepare for different weather conditions during the day by providing weather information for Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Night.
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 2. AFTERNOON Forecast from 12:00 PM - 5:59 PM with Daily HI/LO Temperature 3. EVENING Forecast from 6:00 PM - 11:59 PM with Daily HI/LO Temperature 4. NIGHT Forecast from 12:00 AM – 5:59 AM with Daily HI/LO Temperature 5. ROTATE Rotates between the four Micro Forecasts and the Daily Forecast 6. NEXT SECTION Shows the forecast for the next six hour period so you can be prepared for the upcoming weather. If it was morning now, it would show the aft
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 • Press the “ALARM” key once more to return to normal display “+” Key Toggle Between Time, Date & Temperature • The “+” Key cycles through the date, seconds and indoor temperature on the top segment of the LCD View Outdoor Temperature – Only With Optional TX-50U Wireless Outdoor Temperature Sensor • Press the “+” key to view the current outdoor temperature from your synchronized wireless outdoor sensor. • Because the “+” key is used to toggle between t
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Changing Settings on Your Wireless Display Press and hold the “SET” Key until the Wireless Display beeps to enter the SET mode. Press the “SET” Key to toggle through the four SET modes. If you wait for 5 seconds without pressing a key, the Wireless Display will exit the SET mode and return to normal operation. The Four SET modes are: Set Mode 1 – Set LCD Contrast (0-7) Press and Hold the “SET” Key until the Wireless Display beeps to enter the SET mode
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 There are four speeds available – “1” is the slowest and “4” is the fastest Press the “+” Key to change the scroll speed. Press the “SET” Key to save the current settings and advance to the next option Set Mode 4 - View Device ID NOTE: Device ID is a reference item for customer service only. You may press the “SET” Key again to exit SET mode if you are not asked to provide this number by customer service. Press the “SET” Key until “SEC 1” appears at
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 registration information from the memory of the Wireless Display and delete the device from the user account on www.weatherdirect.com Additional diagnostic and reset information, including how to reset the Wireless USB Transceiver (if necessary), is contained at www.weatherdirect.com/help TO PERFORM THE FACTORY RESET: Hold both the “SET” and “ALARM” Keys down together for about 6 seconds; you will hear a double beep. This resets the Wireless Display to t
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Add Optional Secure Weather Gateway • The Weather Gateway Delivers the Full Weather Direct Experience, Eliminating the Need for the USB Transceiver. The Weather Gateway Connects to Your Network Router with the Included LAN Cable to Send Secure Wireless Forecasts Up to 330 Ft away to the Wireless Display Around the Clock, Providing the Most Current Information Available without Turning on a TV or Computer. o Powered by Included AC Adapter o LAN Cable Included
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Types of Severe Weather Alerts (Only available with Optional Secure Weather Gateway): Warnings Blizzard Heavy Rainfall Severe Thunderstorm Coastal Flood Heavy Snow Severe Wind Excessive Heat Heavy Snowfall Small Craft Flash Flood High Wind Special Marine Flood Hurricane Force Storm Freeze Ice Storm Tornado Frost Lake Effect Snow Weather Gale Lake Snow Wind Chill Heavy Rain River Flood Winter Storm Watches Coastal Flood Flood Lake Effect Snow Ex
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Forecast Icons Explained There are two sets of icons presented on your Wireless Display, one for day and one for night. A sun appears on many of the day icons while a moon appears on many of the night icons. NOTE: Trace precipitation will not display droplets on the icon and “MEDIUM” conditions generally use the “HEAVY” icons to communicate weather events that are likely to affect your plans for the day. Page 19 of 25
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Version 1.3 - 11/13/2008 Care and Maintenance • Extreme temperatures, vibration and shock should be avoided as these may cause damage to the unit and give inaccurate readings. • Precautions shall be taken when handling the batteries. Injuries, burns, or property damage may be resulted if the batteries are in contact with conducting materials, heat, corrosive materials or explosives. The batteries shall be taken out from the unit before the product is to be stored for a long period of t
