BATTERY INSTALLATION AND SETUP
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Remove the printed vinyl label from the LCD screen of the base station.
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Position the remote sensor near the base station.
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Open the battery compartment at the back of the base station and insert (2) AAA batteries according to the
polarity markings.
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Replace the battery compartment cover.
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Press the UP C/F button at the back of the unit to display the temperature in °F or °C.
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The RF signal icon (located to the left of the OUT channel box) will flash for 3 minutes, indicating that the base
station is ready to pick up the RF signal from the remote sensor.
Register the Remote Sensor
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Open the battery compartment at the back of the remote sensor and slide the channel selector switch to your
desired channel. For the first remote you may select any channel, for additional remotes select any unused
channel.
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Insert (2) AAA batteries according to the polarity markings. Be sure to install the batteries in the remote within
the time that the RF signal icon is flashing on the base station.
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Press the °C/°F button inside the battery compartment to display the temperature in °C or °F.
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Replace the battery compartment cover.
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If you have registered more than one sensor, press the CHANNEL button to select the remote channel you want
displayed permanently on the base station. Or press CHANNEL until you observe a circular arrow on the base
station LCD display under the channel number. The unit will then auto-scroll, changing from channel to
channel every 10 to 20 seconds.
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Occasionally you may experience interference on a particular channel. If your base station has trouble picking
up the RF outdoor temperature signal, remove the batteries from the remote sensor, slide the channel selector
switch to another channel and re-install the batteries.
Register a Remote Sensor When the RF Signal Icon is not Showing
To register a remote sensor when the RF signal icon is not showing on the base station LCD:
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Press and hold the CHANNEL button for 3-4 seconds until the RF signal icon is showing.
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Install the batteries in the new remote sensor or if the batteries have already been installed, press the TX button,
which is located inside the remote battery compartment.
Note:
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Do not mix old and new batteries.
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Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon zinc), or rechargeable (nickel cadmium) batteries.
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For maximum performance in normal conditions we recommend using good quality alkaline batteries. When
temperatures are below 0°F, alkaline batteries can lose power resulting in a loss of remote transmission. If you
reside in an area that experiences frequent temperatures near or below 0°F, we recommend using lithium
batteries to minimize the loss of transmission.
Locating the Base Station and Remote Sensor
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Choose a suitable place for the base station and remote outdoor sensor, within the transmission distance.
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Place the base unit near a window, but away from direct sunlight or sources of heat or air conditioning to
ensure accurate temperature readings.
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The remote sensor is water resistant, but not waterproof. Locate the sensor out of direct sunlight, in an area
where it will not be exposed to rain, snow or ice.
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The location you choose is critical for maximizing the transmission range. The remote sensor is designed to
transmit up to 100 ft. unimpeded. Transmitting through walls, metal doors and metal framed windows may
reduce the transmission range. To optimize the transmission distance, the remote should be positioned in a
location that minimizes these obstructions. Interference from other sources such as home security systems,
