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Outdoor Temperature Changes Constantly 

 

  You may have an additional compatible outdoor sensor within range. 

  Occasionally a neighbor will have a compatible outdoor sensor that is within range. 

  During setup, the temperature may change frequently as the clock looks for the sensor. 

 

Outdoor Sensor 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. 

  Check the 

distance

 and resistance between the sensor and clock. Sensors 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 sensor. 

  Battery life is over 24 months when using reputable battery brands for both Alkaline and 

Lithium batteries. 

 

Mounting/Positioning Outdoor Sensor 

 

  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 

the box 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 but not water proof.  

  Avoid more than one wall between the sensor and the clock. 

  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 clock 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. 

 
MOUNT 

  Choose a location for the sensor that is withi

range

 of the clock and under an overhang for 

accuracy. 

  Install one mounting screw into a wall leaving approximately ½ inch (12.7mm) extended. 

  Place the sensor onto the screw, using the hanging hole on the backside. 

  Gently pull the sensor down to lock the screw into place. 

 

Note:

 Always ensure that the sensor locks onto the screw before releasing. 

 

Position Digital Atomic Clock 

 

 

Mount the clock near an exterior wall with the front or back facing toward Ft. Collins, 
Colorado for best WWVB reception.   

 

The clock should be six feet from other electronics or wireless devices to best receive the 
outdoor temperature sensor signal.

 

 

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Страница 1: ...Inaccurate Outdoor Temperature Reading 3 Intermittent Outdoor Temperature 4 Outdoor Temperature Is Stuck or LL L HH H 4 Outdoor Sensor Fell and No Longer Works 4 Outdoor Sensor Drains Batteries Quickly 5 Mounting Positioning Outdoor Sensor 5 Position Digital Atomic Clock 5 Distance Resistance Interference 6 Digital Atomic Clock 6 How tall are the Time Numbers 6 Supported Time Zones 6 12 Hour or 24...

Страница 2: ...inimum voltage of 1 48V for each battery is necessary for proper performance Outdoor Sensors Use Alkaline batteries or Lithium for temperatures below 20 F 28 8 C Indoor Displays Use Alkaline batteries Overpowered or underpowered batteries may cause loss of indoor readings missing segments dim display etc Digital Atomic Clock Factory Restart FACTORY RESTART Remove batteries from outdoor sensor and ...

Страница 3: ...sue Dashes shown for Outdoor Temperature Dashes means the connection is lost between the clock and the outdoor sensor This sensor reads down to 4 F when the temperature is below that the outdoor temperature can show OFL HH H dashes or stick at a number Batteries often resolve the connection Distance Resistance can cause loss of connection between the sensor and the clock Reorientation of the clock...

Страница 4: ...istently for 1 hour If the Temperature remains on while in the house then it is likely a distance resistance issue Move the sensor to different locations outside to find a location where the Temperature reading will hold Distance Resistance can cause loss of sensor signal Check Batteries Outdoor Temperature Is Stuck or LL L HH H What is the temperature This sensor reads down to 4 F When the temper...

Страница 5: ...o not have an overhang Please be sure the box 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 but not water proof Avoid more than one wall between the sensor and the clock Do not mount near electrical wires transmitting antennas or other items that will interfer...

Страница 6: ...o concrete and large metal objects can reduce the range When considering the distance between the sensor and the clock 200 feet open air cut that distance in half for each wall window tree bush or other obstruction in the signal path Closer is better Do not mount the sensor on a metal fence This significantly reduces the effective range Interference Consider items in the signal path between the se...

Страница 7: ...ith the MODE SET button and move to the next item YEAR The year will flash Press and release the or button to select the correct year Confirm with the MODE SET button and move to the month day mode MONTH DAY FORMAT The M D month date will flash Press and release or button to select D M day month Confirm with the MODE SET button and move to the month MONTH The month will flash Press and release the...

Страница 8: ...tuck Indoor Temperature This is generally a power related issue Batteries may be overpowered or underpowered Remove batteries from clock Press any button 20 times Leave the clock unpowered for 1 2 hours Insert fresh alkaline batteries with correct polarity If the indoor Temperature is still dashes or OFL the clock may need replacement Inaccurate Indoor Temperature Reading Side by side test Bring t...

Страница 9: ...e the clock near an outside wall and point the unit in this general direction Is There a Booster Antenna No There is not a booster antenna available for the WWVB time signal There is not a signal booster available for the outdoor sensor signal Can the Clock Attach to a Timer No timer circuit can be attached to the clock Modifications will void the warranty Clock Has Missing Segments This is genera...

Страница 10: ...l appear please check for scratch guard Check that the batteries are installed correctly This is generally a power related issue Batteries may be overpowered or underpowered Remove batteries from clock Press any button 20 times Leave the batteries out of the display for 2 hours Insert fresh alkaline batteries into the clock Digital Atomic Clock is Blank No Letters Numbers or Dashed Lines Check tha...

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