Chaney Instrument VN1TXCA1 Professional Weather Center User Manual
Chaney Instrument Co. Professional Weather Center Users Manual
Users Manual
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PROFRSSIONAL WEATHER CENTER:
01515DI
VN1TXCA1
Set up instructions step by step:
Step 1:
Remove battery cover from the outdoor transmitter.
Insert 4 NEW AA batteries (not included) into the transmitter. Observe the correct
polarity.
Keep the LCD display and transmitter within 10 feet during setup.
Note: Use Alkaline batteries
(or Lithium for temperatures below - 20°F / -28.8°C).
Step 2:
Remove battery cover from Receiver
Insert 6 NEW AA batteries (not included) into the back of the Receiver. Observe
the correct polarity (see marking inside the battery compartment).Do NOT mix old
and new batteries.
The Clock will display, time (12:00) date (1/1) and indoor temperature etc.
Trouble shooting:
If after 3 minutes of waiting, the Outdoor temperature does not show up in the
designated area on the display, remove batteries from both units and start the
setup process again.
For optimal reception performance, of the 433 MHz signal, the outdoor transmitter
should be placed within 330 feet (100 meters) from the Indoor LCD display.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
Do Not Mix Old and New Batteries
Do Not Mix Alkaline, Standard, Lithium or Rechargeable Batteries
Do not expose the display to extreme temperatures, vibration or shock.
Keep display dry.
Clean display with a soft damp cloth. Do not use solvents or scouring agents.
The product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
The product is not to be used for medical purpose or for public information, but is
determined for home use only.
The specifications of this product may change without prior notice.
Improper use or unauthorized opening of housing will void the warranty.
If the unit does not work properly, change the batteries.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Outdoor:
Temperature Range: -40°F to 158°F
Outdoor Range: 1% to 99%
Wind Speed: 0 to 99mph
Wind Direction Indicators: 16
Rainfall: 0 to 99.99in.
Indoor:
Temperature Range: 32°F to 122°F
Humidity Range: 16% to 98%
Backlight: Yes; Blue
Backlight in momentary when weather center display
unit is on battery power, always on or off when
utilizing AC power adaptor (included).
Calibration: Yes
The temperature and humidity readings on the weather
center display may be calibrated.
Rainfall can be manually calibrated on the 5-in-one
wireless sensor. Basic tools reqired.
Wireless Distance: 330 ft. (100 meters) RF 433MHz (open air)
Interval: About every 18 seconds
Power:
Transmitter: 6-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries (not included)
Receiver: 4-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries (not included)
AC Power: 4.5V adaptor (included)
WARRANTY INFORMATION
La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product
against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only on
products purchased and used in North America and only to the original purchaser of
this product. 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. The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of
purchase to La Crosse Technology, Ltd or La Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized
service center.
La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no
charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to
be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts
and products become the property of La Crosse Technology, Ltd and must be
returned to La Crosse Technology, Ltd. Replacement parts and products assume
the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. La Crosse
Technology, Ltd will pay all expenses for labor and materials for all repairs covered
by this warranty. If necessary repairs are not covered by this warranty, or if a
product is examined which is not in need or repair, you will be charged for the
repairs or examination. The owner must pay any shipping charges incurred in
getting the La Crosse Technology, Ltd product to a La Crosse Technology, Ltd
authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay ground return
shipping charges to the owner of the product to a USA address only.
The La Crosse Technology, Ltd warranty covers all defects in material and
workmanship with the following specified exceptions: (1) damage caused by
accident, unreasonable use or neglect (including the lack of reasonable and
necessary maintenance); (2) damage occurring during shipment (claims must be
presented to the carrier); (3) damage to, or deterioration of, any accessory or
decorative surface; (4) damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained
in the owner’s manual; (5) damage resulting from the performance of repairs or
alterations by someone other than an authorized La Crosse Technology, Ltd
authorized service center; (6) units used for other than home use (7) applications
and uses that this product was not intended or (8) the products inability to receive a
signal due to any source of interference.. This warranty covers only actual defects
within the product itself, and does not cover the cost of installation or removal from
a fixed installation, normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on
misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation-
related circumstances.
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.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR
PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF
CHILDREN’S REACH.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights
specific to the State. Some States do not allow the exclusion of consequential or
incidental damages therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you.
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide 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
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna. -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected. -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help. To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment. (Example- use only shielded interface cables when
connecting to computer or peripheral devices).
This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Caution!
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the
user authority to operate the equipment.
Canada Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and(2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio RSS-210. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible
d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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Professional Weather Center
Model: VN1TXCA1
Quick Setup Guide