La Crosse Technology 308-179ORV2, Faqs

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Do not mount near electrical wires, transmitting antennas or other items that will
interfere with the signal.
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RF (radio frequency) signals do not travel well through moisture or dirt.
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Do not mount the outdoor sensor on a metal fence. This significantly reduces the
effective range .
MOUNT
Option 1:
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Install one mounting screw (not included) into a wall.
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Place the outdoor sensor onto the screw (hanging hole on the backside).
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Gently pull down to lock the screw in place.
Option 2:
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Insert the mounting screw through the front of the outdoor sensor and into the wall.
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Tighten the screw to snug (do not over tighten).
Position Temperature Station
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The temperature station has a wide base to sit on a desk or table.
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Place within range of the outdoor sensor.
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The maximum transmitting range in open air is 300 feet (91 meters).
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Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large metal objects can
reduce the range.
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Choose a location 6 feet or more from electronics such as cordless phones,
wireless gaming systems, televisions, microwaves, routers, baby monitors, etc.,
which can prevent signal reception.
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Be aware of electrical wires and plumbing within a wall. This will interfere with RF
(radio frequency) signal reception.
Distance/Resistance/Interference
Distance:
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The maximum transmitting range in open air is over 300 feet (91 meters) between
the outdoor sensor and the temperature station. This range is in open air with ideal
conditions.
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Consider what is in the signal path between the temperature station and the
outdoor sensor.
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Avoid placing electronic in the signal path between the temperature station and the
outdoor sensor.
Resistance:
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Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large metal objects can
reduce the range.
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When considering the distance between the outdoor sensor and the temperature
station (300 feet open air), cut that distance in half for each wall, window, tree, bush
or other obstruction in the signal path.
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Closer is better.
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Windows reflect the RF (radio frequency) signal.