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Once the sensor is connected (0.00 will show for Rain, Outdoor Temperature Humidity reading), 

you can position your sensors outside. 

 

MOUNTING: WHERE DO I MOUNT/POSITION MY SENSOR? 

 

Your sensor reads independently to your station.  

 

TX14RBL: 

 

Mount your rain sensor in an open area for a more accurate rain count.  

 

Placing the rain sensor on the ground provides the most accurate rainfall measurement as 

there is no wind shear. Unfortunately, since insects think of rain gauges as personal hotels, 

placing the sensor 3-6 feet above ground may deter the insects. 

 

Be sure your rain sensor is not sitting in a depression that would prevent rain from draining 

form the sensor properly. 

 

Your rain sensor should be accessible to allow for periodic cleaning of leaves or other 

debris that may clog the funnel. 

 

Install the Rain sensor on a level platform that is stationary and has a direct line of sight to 

your station. Use the bubble level inside the sensor to be sure it is level. 

 

Insert mounting screws through the holes in the base of the rain sensor. Do not over tighten. 

 

Avoid other wireless rain sensors, as this can cause inaccuracy. 

 

The maximum wireless transmission range to the rain station is over 330 feet (100 meters) in 

open air, not including walls or floors. 

 

TX141TH-Bv2: 

 

Mount outdoor temperature sensors vertically and under a bit of an overhang.  

 

Protect the outdoor sensor from standing rain or snow, and from the overhead sun, which 

can cause it to read incorrectly. Generally, mounting under an eave or deck rail works well. 

 

Construct a small roof or box for the sensor if you do not have an overhang. Please be sure 

it is well vented. 

 

Mount the sensor on the North side to prevent sun from causing incorrect readings.  

 

Mount at least 6 feet in the air for a strong signal. 

 

Outdoor sensors are water resistant and can be outdoors, however they are not water proof.  

 

Avoid more than one wall between the sensor and the rain station. 

 

Do not mount near electrical wires, transmitting antennas or other items that will 

interfere

 

with the signal. 

 

RF (radio frequency) signals do not travel well through moisture or dirt. 

 

Place the outdoor sensor and the rain station in the desired shaded locations and wait 

approximately 1-hour before permanently mounting the sensor to ensure that there is proper 

reception.  

 

Do not mount the sensor on a metal fence. This significantly reduces the effective range. 

 

WHERE TO I PLACE MY STATION? 

 

Your station is designed for placement on a desk or countertop, or wall mounted. 

Summary of Contents for 724-1415BL

Page 1: ...I place my station 3 What is Distance Resistance Interference 4 READINGS How do I interpret the Rain Readings 4 How do I reset the Rain Readings 5 ALERT 24 Hour Rainfall Alert 6 Alert Sounds Disarm Al...

Page 2: ...were manufactured in 2018 We recommend batteries with an expiration date at least 6 years in advance of the current year for best performance A minimum voltage of 1 48 volt per battery is required fo...

Page 3: ...ss transmission range to the rain station is over 330 feet 100 meters in open air not including walls or floors TX141TH Bv2 Mount outdoor temperature sensors vertically and under a bit of an overhang...

Page 4: ...rrect an interference issue Windows can reflect the radio signal Metal will absorb the RF radio frequency signal Stucco held to the wall by a metal mesh will cause interference Transmitting antennas f...

Page 5: ...lendar Be sure time is set MONTH Current Month Ex January 1 January 31 At the first month calendar day 0 00 month rain is reset to 0 Accumulated rain from 1st of xx month to current day xx month Curre...

Page 6: ...lert o Press any button to stop the rain alert sound Disarm alert 1 Hold the HISTORY button for 2 seconds until you see Alert ON 2 Press the or button to turn alert OFF 3 Press HISTORY to exit HOW DO...

Page 7: ...prefer RAINFALL MM millimeters 10 Press SET to confirm and move to Rainfall AVERAGE HIGH or LOW AVERAGE will flash Press the or button to select HIGH or LOW if your region of the country receive more...

Page 8: ...fRain 4 days ofRain 0 24 Days WithoutRain 0 6 Days ofRain 0 9 Days WithoutRain 0 3 Days ofRain 0 6 Days WithoutRain 0 3 Days ofRain 25 49 Days WithoutRain 10 14 Days WithoutRain 7 10 Days WithoutRain...

Page 9: ...CKLIGHT ONLY AVAILABLE WITH POWER CORD USE Press and release the LIGHT button to adjust the backlight 5 levels of intensity Intensity Levels 0FF 1 5 20 50 100 WHAT IS AUTO DIM BACKLIGHT USB Power Cord...

Page 10: ...the rain station and both sensor at the same time FACTORY RESET HOW DO I FACTORY RESET MY STATION A Factory Restart returns the station to its default settings erases history and to out of the box co...

Page 11: ...limates If a sensor goes out please wait 2 4 hours for it to reconnect on its own Please be patience these stations can reconnect on after many hours out RF radio frequency communication is not always...

Page 12: ...peat three times Compare these tests If they still read high then contact support HOW CAN I CLEAN THE RAIN SENSOR 1 Remove rain funnel open locking tabs on both sides and pull off funnel 2 Gently remo...

Page 13: ...oor temperature The temperatures should be within 4 degrees to be within tolerance If the sensor reads correctly when next to your station then try a different location outside Look for heat sources s...

Page 14: ...ER MISSING This is generally a power related issue Batteries may be overpowered or underpowered Remove batteries from Rain station Press any button 20 times Leave the Rain station unpowered for 1 2 ho...

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