IDT Technology PSR01-01 Wireless Outdoor Thermo and Humidity Sensor User Manual PSr01 spc
IDT Technology Limited Wireless Outdoor Thermo and Humidity Sensor PSr01 spc
User Manual
Wireless Outdoor Temperature and Humidity Sensor
(Model #: PS-R01)
User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
About Oregon Scientific ............................................ 1
About this guide ....................................................... 2
Product overview ....................................................... 3
Getting started .......................................................... 4
Set up ................................................................. 4
Change channel .................................................. 5
Comfort zone ...................................................... 6
Trends ................................................................. 6
Low battery warning ............................................ 7
Reset system ............................................................. 7
Safety and care ........................................................ 7
Warnings ................................................................... 7
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 8
Specifications ............................................................ 9
FCC Notice ............................................................. 10
ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC
Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn
more about other Oregon ScientificTM products such as
digital cameras, projection clocks, health and fitness
gear, and weather stations. The website also includes
contact information for our customer service
department, in case you need to reach us.
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Congratulations on your selection of the Philippe Starck
with Oregon Scientific Wireless Outdoor Temperature
and Humidity Sensor (PS-R01).
This sensor is compatible with a wide variety of weather
monitoring tools, and can be used with any STARCK /
Oregon Scientific Weather Stations.
Keep this manual handy as you use your new product. It
contains practical step-by-step instructions, as well as
technical specifications and warnings you should know.
In this box, you will find:
• Remote unit
• Batteries
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW DESCRIPTIONS
1. Temperature / Trend display
2. Low battery icon
3. Humidity / Trend / Comfort Level display
4. °F/°C switch
5. Channel switch
6. Reset button
7. Battery compartment
8. Wall mount hole
9. Battery compartment lid
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SET UP
1. Place remote unit as close as possible to the
main unit.
2. Remove the battery compartment lid.
(You will need a small Phillips screwdriver.)
3. Assign a Channel Number.
If you are using more than
one remote unit, select a
different channel number
for each unit.
4. Set the measurement unit.
5. Insert the batteries. Match
the polarity, as shown in
the battery compartment.
6. Press RESET with the point of a blunt object
(such as a ball point pen).
GETTING STARTED
This product can be used with up to 2 remote units to
transmit outdoor temperature and humidity data to a
main (indoor) unit. The measurement unit (°F or °C) and
channel number (1, 2, or 3) switches are located in the
battery compartment, and should be set prior to
installation.
Additional remote units sold separately.
NOTE
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7. Replace the battery compartment lid. Secure.
8. Mount the remote unit on a flat surface using
the recess hole on the back of the unit. For
best results:
• Place the unit out of
direct sunlight and
moisture.
• Do not place the
remote unit more
than 60 - 90 feet
(20 - 30 meters) from
the main (indoor) unit.
• Position the unit so that it faces the main
(indoor) unit. Minimize obstructions such
as doors, walls, and furniture.
You may need to experiment with various
locations to get the best reception.
9. Once the batteries are in place, the sensor will
transmit signals approximately every 40 seconds.
The readings shown on the main unit depend on
which remote sensor (1, 2, or 3) is selected.
Refer to the main unit User Manual for more
information.
CHANGE CHANNEL
Repeat the Set Up procedure ( pg.4). In Step 3,
select a different Channel Number.
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Comfort
68 - 77 °F
(20 - 25 °C) 40 - 70%
Wet
Any >70%
Any
Dry
<40%
COMFORT ZONE
The outdoor comfort zones are shown under the
following conditions.
TRENDS
The trend arrow for the last 30 minutes always displays.
Outdoor temperature and humidity trends are shown
separately.
Zone Temperature Relative Humidity
+0.9 °F> +3%
Steady
Steady
-0.9 °F< -3%
Temperature Relative Humidity
Trend
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LOW BATTERY WARNING
Replace the batteries whenever the low battery signal
( ) shows on the remote unit, or on the remote unit
area of the main unit.
Do not use rechargeable batteries. Properly
dispose used batteries by taking them to an authorized
disposal station.
RESET SYSTEM
The RESET button is located in the battery
compartment. Press it with the point of a blunt
object (such as a ball point pen) whenever you
change the batteries, or whenever performance is
not behaving as expected (e.g., unable to establish
radio frequency link with main unit). Refer to the
User Manual for the main unit for more information.
SAFETY AND CARE
Wash the unit with a slightly damp cloth and mild
detergent. Avoid dropping the unit or placing it in
direct sunlight or in damp or high-traffic locations.
WARNINGS
This product is designed to give you years of service
if handled properly. Observe the following guidelines:
• Never immerse the unit in water. This can
cause electrical shock and damage the unit.
NOTE
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Check location
( pg.5)
Check batteries
( pg.4, 7)
• Do not subject the main unit to extreme force,
shock, or fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
• Do not tamper with the internal components.
• Do not mix new and old batteries or batteries of
different types. Do not use rechargeable
batteries with this product.
• Remove the batteries if storing this product for
a long period of time.
• Do not scratch the LCD display.
• Do not make any changes or modifications to
this product. Unauthorized changes may void
your right to use the product.
• The contents of this user manual are subject to
change without notice.
• Images not drawn to scale.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Check here before contacting our customer service
department.
Problem RemedySymptom
Main unit shows
“LLL” or “HHH”
Temperature is
out-of-range.
Temp
Remote
unit
Cannot locate
main unit
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
L x W x H 3 x 1.4 x 3.1 in
(75 x 35 x 78.3 mm)
Weight 0.3 lbs / 136 grams with battery
Temperature
Unit °F or °C
Range -4 °F to 140 °F (20 °C to 60 °C)
Resolution 0.2 °F (0.1 °C)
Relative humidity
Range 25% to 95%
Resolution 1%
Frequency
RF frequency 433 MHz
Range 30 meters (98 feet) with no
obstructions
Transmission approximately every 40 seconds
Channel No. 1, 2, or 3
Unit °F or °C
Power 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V alkaline
batteries
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FCC NOTICE
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 of an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Warning : Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by Oregon Scientific for compliance could
void the warranty and your authority to use this
equipment.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following declaration is required for us to fully meet
FCC requirements. The information below is not to be
used as contact for support or sales. Please call our
customer service number (listed on our website at
www.oregonscientific.com, or on the warranty card for
this product) for all inquiries instead.
We declare that the product is in conformity with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95th Place, Tualatin,
Oregon 97062 USA
Product No.: Remote Thermo Hygro
PS-R01
Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited
Address: Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,
Phase 1, 41 Man Yue St.,
Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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CAUTION
— The content of this manual is subject to change
without further notice.
— Due to printing limitation, the displays shown in
this manual may differ from the actual display.
— The contents of this manual may not be
reproduced without the permission of the
manufacturer.
© 2003 Oregon Scientific. All rights reserved.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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