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Instruction Manual

Professional Weather Center

model 01525

CONTENTS

Unpacking Instructions ........... 2

Package Contents .................. 2

Product Registration ............... 2

Features & Benefits: 5-in-1....... 3

Features: Display

................... 4

Back of Display...................... 6

Setup .................................... 7

5-in-1 Sensor Setup

................ 7

Display Setup

........................ 8

Set the Time & Date

............... 9

Measurement Units ...............10

Set Language .......................10

Placement Guidelines

............11

5-in-1 Sensor Installation........12

AcuRite Connect ...................13

Weather Underground ..........13

Using the Weather Center .....15

Weather Ticker .....................16

Programmable Alarms...........18

Troubleshooting

................... 20

Care & Maintenance............ 23

Calibration

.......................... 23

Specifications....................... 25

FCC Information .................. 25

Customer Support ................ 26

Warranty............................. 26

Questions?

Contact Customer Support at

(844) 228-5465 or visit www.

AcuRite

.com.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Summary of Contents for 01525

Page 1: ...e Time Date 9 Measurement Units 10 Set Language 10 Placement Guidelines 11 5 in 1 Sensor Installation 12 AcuRite Connect 13 Weather Underground 13 Using the Weather Center 15 Weather Ticker 16 Programmable Alarms 18 Troubleshooting 20 Care Maintenance 23 Calibration 23 Specifications 25 FCC Information 25 Customer Support 26 Warranty 26 Questions Contact Customer Support at 844 228 5465 or visit w...

Page 2: ...ilm that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product Locate the tab and peel off to remove Package Contents 1 Display with tabletop stand 2 5 in 1 sensor 3 Sensor mounting bracket 4 Mounting hardware 5 Power adapter 6 USB cable 7 Instruction Manual IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register online to receive 1 year warranty protectio...

Page 3: ...ng resulting in more accurate temperature measurement 3 A B C Switch ID code that must match display s A B C switch to ensure units synchronize 4 Battery Compartment 7 9 5 Temperature Humidity Sensors internal 6 Mounting Point 7 Wind Speed Anemometer 8 Wind Direction Vane 9 Mounting Bracket 10 Mounting Hardware includes anchors screws Qty Diameter Length 5 4 3 4 1 4 1 2 1 6 1 2 11 Debris Filter Pr...

Page 4: ...4 Features Benefits Display 41 2 1 5 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 31 33 34 35 36 7 10 11 12 13 14 3738 39 40 14 18 17 16 16 19 15 20 8 9 6 4 3 ...

Page 5: ...n For setup preferences 18 Button Press to manually advance through Weather Ticker messages 19 All Time Records Button Press for all time low and date recorded for current category selected on display 33 Press twice for all time high and date recorded 20 Activates Weather Ticker Message 21 Current Outdoor Temperature Arrow icon indicates direction temperature is trending 22 Outdoor Temperature Ala...

Page 6: ... 1 sensor s A B C switch to ensure units synchronize 5 Clear Today Clears data recorded since 12 00am 6 Clear All Clears all recorded data without having to reset time and date 7 Reset Full reset to factory defaults 8 Battery Compartment 9 MAC ADDRESS 12 digit unique ID required for online connectivity functions 10 Power Adapter 11 USB Cable for PC Connection 12 Battery Compartment Cover not shown...

Page 7: ...in 1 sensor requires lithium batteries in low temperature conditions Cold temperatures can 3 cause alkaline batteries to function improperly Use lithium batteries in the 5 in 1 sensor for temperatures below 4ºF 20ºC 1 Slide off the battery compartment cover 2 Insert 4 x AA batteries into the battery compartment as shown Follow the polarity diagram in the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery c...

Page 8: ...ESS 12 digit number 4 Plug in Power Adapter A B C 1 A B C Switch set to match sensor Momentary backlight during battery power Backlight can always remain on or off when power adapter is plugged in LIGHT PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS BATTERY SAFETY Clean the battery contacts and also those of the de...

Page 9: ...r to adjust the hour Note the AM and PM indicators 4 Press the button to confirm hour selection 5 Press the or to adjust minutes 6 Press the button to confirm minute selection The clock is now set Note The stays in Set the Date Selectable Categories 1 Press the or buttons until SET DATE even after setup is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the display 2 Press the button to set the date ...

Page 10: ...nfirm your selection 5 Next you will see WIND MPH Press the or to select MPH KPH or KNOTS for wind speed units 6 Press the button to confirm your selection Units are now set Set Language To select between English default or Spanish for the display language 1 Press the or buttons until SET LANG is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the display 2 Press the button to set the language prefer...

Page 11: ...rge metallic items thick walls metal surfaces or other objects that may limit wireless communication PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE Place both units at least 3 feet 9 m away from electronic devices TV computer microwave radio etc LOCATE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES Position sensor away from heaters air conditioners chimneys exhaust vents asphalt and concrete surfaces that radiate heat LOCATE AWAY FROM HU...

Page 12: ...n 5 in 1 Sensor Installation 1 Fasten mounting base included to a post or pole not included using the 4 longer screws included in the hardware bag 2 Insert the mounting base into the hole on the bottom of the sensor 3 Make sure the arrows on the top of the sensor are pointed in the proper direction and the bubble level is centered The solar cell should be facing south to properly orient the wind d...

Page 13: ...t used for the AcuRite Connect software 1 Press the or buttons until SET USB MODE is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the display 2 Press the button to set the mode preference 3 Press the or buttons to select USB mode 3 4 Press the button to confirm your selection AcuRite Connect USB Mode is now set Download the Software The AcuRite Connect software is available online as a free downlo...

Page 14: ...om the display a folder named AcuRite Weather Station will be created on the computer PC When prompted by the software to plug in the display 4 connect the USB larger end of the cable into a USB port on the computer AcuRite Connect is installed and ready for use Follow the instructions within the AcuRite Connect app to complete setup and begin using the software ...

Page 15: ...for your exact location STORM LIKELY PARTLY CLOUDY CLOUDY RAIN LIKELY SNOW LIKELY CHANCE OF MIXED RAIN SNOW View the complete list of icons at www AcuRite com acurite icons Weather Select Heat Index Features weather data groups shown at right To change Dew Point Weather Select category press the selection arrow Wind Chill button just to the left of the weather select display area Indoor Conditions...

Page 16: ...s calendar week OUTDOOR TEMP THIS WEEK LOW Lowest temperature recorded this calendar week OUTDOOR TEMP THIS MONTH HIGH Highest temperature recorded this calendar month OUTDOOR TEMP THIS MONTH LOW Lowest temperature recorded this calendar month Additional Messages Include NEW HIGH TEMPERATURE RECORD NO RAIN RECORDED SINCE ____ NEW LOW TEMPERATURE RECORD WEATHER ALARM MESSAGES NEW WIND SPEED RECORD ...

Page 17: ...left of the message to indicate the message is now active in the ticker cycle PRESS the button to deactivate the current scrolling message The corresponding appears on screen to the left of the message to indicate the message is now deactivated from the ticker cycle Please note Messages can only be added and removed to the ticker cycle during manual review The and buttons do not add or remove mess...

Page 18: ...corded Similarly the storm alarm sounds when a large atmospheric pressure drop occurs which usually indicates an oncoming storm Note The storm alarm is NOT intended to be a safety device or warning system Set a Weather Alarm 1 Choose the weather category for which you wish to set an alarm by pressing the or buttons until the category is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the display 2 To...

Page 19: ...ds every few minutes afterwards until one of the following happens 1 SNOOZE Press any button Alarm silences but sounds again if the alarm condition reoccurs 2 Turn alarm OFF Deactivates alarm ICON DEFINITIONS Alarm On Alarm Off Adjust Mode Low Value High Value BUTTON FUNCTIONS Press to activate or deactivate an alarm Press and hold to set or adjust an alarm value ...

Page 20: ... sit within a couple feet of each other for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection Outdoor temperature is flashing or showing dashes Flashing of the outdoor temperature may be an indication of wireless interference Make sure the A B C switch in the battery compartments of both the display and sensor are switched to the same letter You may choose A B or C but both units must match to sync up ...

Page 21: ...ared to Pro weather stations are typically mounted at 30 ft high or more Make sure to compare data using a sensor positioned at the same mounting height Check location of the sensor Ensure it s mounted a minimum of 5 ft in the air with no obstructions around it within several feet Ensure wind cups are spinning freely If they hesitate or stop try lubricating with graphite powder or spray lubricant ...

Page 22: ...ected to the internet Verify that the display s MAC ADDRESS is entered correctly in the AcuRite Connect software on your PC Verify that Streaming is enabled in the AcuRite Connect software on your PC Verify that the display s MAC ADDRESS is correct in your www acu link com and or AcuRite mobile app account Follow on screen troubleshooting steps in the AcuRite Connect software AcuRite Connect data ...

Page 23: ...in Collector Cup Remove and empty rain collector debris filter The debris filter is located in the rain col lector funnel Remove from the top by gently squeezing and pulling out Clean the Wind Vane Anemometer Remove foreign matter from the outside of the sensor for free movement of the wind vane and anemometer If needed use a small amount of spray lubricant clear silicone or graphite powder on the...

Page 24: ...e more than 20 minutes to empty a quicker period will result in inaccurate calibration Try to simulate a normal steady rainfall When cup is empty of water display should register 1 06 Tips There should be nearly an equal number of water drops about 25 water drops between bucket tips If not adjust the calibration screws on the bottom of the 5 in 1 sensor until an equal number of water drops are tip...

Page 25: ...ted 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 c...

Page 26: ...placed by Chaney Transportation costs and charges for returned goods shall be paid for by the purchaser Chaney hereby disclaims all responsibility for such transportation costs and charges This warranty will not be breached and Chaney will give no credit for products it manufactures which have received normal wear and tear been damaged including by acts of nature tampered abused improperly install...

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Page 28: ... to provide you with information you can depend on to Plan your day with confidence www AcuRite com Chaney Instrument Co All rights reserved AcuRite is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co Lake Geneva WI 53147 All other trademarks and copy Printed in China rights are the property of their respective owners AcuRite uses patented technology 01525 INST 082615 Visit www AcuRite com paten...

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