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Outdoor Transmitter Fell and No Longer Works
If there is no physical damage to the outdoor transmitter, the fall may not have caused
internal damage.
An outdoor transmitter that has fallen into a puddle or other standing water or snow may
have water damage.
Transmitters are water resistant, not waterproof.
A fall can shock the transmitter or the batteries in the transmitter.
Batteries that have fallen on a hard surface may be damaged and unable to function
properly.
dated at least six years in advance of the current year.
Outdoor Transmitter Drains Batteries Quickly
Test a new set of alkaline batteries. Write down the date of installation and the voltage of the
batteries.
When the batteries fail, please note the date and voltage again. This is helpful in
determining the problem.
and resistance between the transmitter and temperature station.
Transmitters at the end of the range may work while batteries are fresh but not after they
drain a bit.
Check for leaking batteries, which may damage the transmitter.
Mounting/Positioning Outdoor Transmitter
Mount outdoor temperature transmitters vertically and under a bit of an overhang.
Protect the outdoor transmitter 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 transmitter if you do not have an overhang. Please be
sure the box is vented.
Mount the transmitter on the North side to prevent sun from causing incorrect readings.
Mount at least 6 feet in the air for a strong signal.
Outdoor transmitters are water resistant but not water proof.
Avoid more than one wall between the transmitter and the Temperature station.
Do not mount near electrical wires, transmitting antennas or other items that will
with the signal.
RF (radio frequency) signals do not travel well through moisture or dirt.
Place the outdoor transmitter and the Temperature station in the desired shaded locations,
and wait approximately 1-hour before permanently mounting the transmitter to ensure that
there is proper reception.
Do not mount the transmitter on a metal fence. This significantly reduces the effective range.
MOUNT
Choose a location for the transmitter that is within
of the temperature station and
under an overhang for accuracy.
Install one mounting screw into a wall leaving approximately ½ inch (12.7mm) extended.
Place the transmitter onto the screw, using the hanging hole on the backside.
Gently pull the transmitter down to lock the screw into place.
Note
: Always ensure that the transmitter locks onto the screw before releasing.
Distance/Resistance/Interference
