DESCRIPTION
The wireless weather station RAIN-O-MATIC 4-in-1 combines the following electronic
functions in one instrument: Clock-function, indoor temperature measuring, outdoor
temperature measuring and rainfall measuring with build in memory for all functions.
The outdoor temperature and rainfall measurement is carried out by remote sensors with
build in transmitters for transferring the data wireless to the receiving unit to avoid wires
being lead out of the house.
The rain sensor which is self emptying and 100% frost proof registers the rainfall in mm
(or 1/10 of an inch) . The rain is collected in a funnel with a collecting area of 50 cm²
and lead to a tipping spoon arrangement balanced by a magnet. When the spoon is filled
with a quantity of water that equals 1 mm of rainfall the spoon tips and this is registered
by a reed switch and the signals are stored in a microcontroller that is build into the
sensor. At 30 second intervals the microcontroller transmits the rain data to the receiving
unit.
The housing parts of the rain gauge (funnel, housing and bottom plate) are made in
Styrosun which is a weather able, high-impact, styrenic polymer specifically
designed for use in outdoor applications. Resistant to sunlight and frost Styrosun
maintain significant physical properties after weathering.
The rain gauge microcontroller as well as batteries is placed in fully watertight boxes.
The indoor temperature sensor is placed inside the main display unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING FOR LOSING SIGNALS
If without obvious reasons the display for a particular channel suddenly goes (—) dash,
check:
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The remote unit of that channel is still in place.
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The batteries of both the receiving unit and the remote unit. Replace as
necessary.
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The transmission is within range and path is clear of obstacles and interference.
Shorten the distance when necessary.
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Signals from other household devices, such as bell, home security system and
entry controls, which may interference with those of this product and cause the
temporary reception failure. This is normal and it doesn’t affect the general
performance of the product. The transmission and reception of temperature
reading will resume once the interference recedes.
PRECAUTIONS
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Do not clean the units with abrasive or corrosive compound, which may scratch
the plastic parts and corrode the electronic circuits.
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Do not subject the unit to excessive force shock, dust, temperature or humidity,
which may result in malfunction, shorter electronic life span, damaged batteries
and distorted parts.
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Do not temper with these unit's internal components. Doing so will invalidate
the warranty on the unit and may cause unnecessary damaged battery and
distorted parts.
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Do not subject the units to excessive exposure to direct sunlight although the
remote sensor has splash proof design, never immerse it in water.
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Always read the user's manual thoroughly before operating the unit.
SPECIFICATIONS
Recommended temperature range.
Receiving unit : -5°C to +60°C (+23°F to +140°F)
Remote rain sensor : -5°C to +60°C (+23°F to +140°F)
Remote temperature sensor : -5°C to +60°C (+23°F to +140°F)
Measuring range with wired sensor
inserted and remote unit moved inside
down to :-30°C (-22°F)
Transmission range
:
Maximum 30 meters open air
Measuring accuracy.
Temperature measurement : ±0.5°C (±0.9°F)
Rain measurement : ±2%
Batteries
Receiving unit : DC 1.5V size AA x 2 pcs
Remote rain sensor : DC 1.5V size AA x 2 pcs
Remote temperature sensor : DC 1. 5V size AAA x 2pcs
Battery life
Receiving unit : Typical 8 months
Remote rain sensor : Typical 6 months
Remote temperature sensor : Typical 6 months
