Global 5-Day

Weather Adviser

I

Model:

I300

USER MANUAL

Global 5-Day Weather Adviser

Model:

I300

USER MANUAL

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CONTENTS

Introduction .................................................................. 2

Packaging Contents ..................................................... 2

Overview ....................................................................... 3

Front View .................................................................. 3

Back View ................................................................... 3

USB Communications Hub ......................................... 4

Outdoor Thermo Sensor ............................................. 4

Getting Started ............................................................. 5

Set Up Remote Sensor .............................................. 5

Set Up USB Communications Hub ............................. 6

Set Up Main Unit ........................................................ 6

Data Transmission ....................................................... 7

To Disable Sleep Mode on Computer

(Windows XP or earlier version) ................................. 7

To disable sleep mode on computer

(Windows Vista) ......................................................... 7

Screen Display ............................................................. 8

To Change Display Modes ........................................ 8

To View Different Warning Messages ........................ 8

Weather Forecast ....................................................... 8

Clock ............................................................................. 8

To Manually Set Clock ............................................... 8

Alarm ............................................................................. 8

To Set Alarm .............................................................. 8

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To Activate / Deactivate Alarm ................................... 8

To Silence Alarm ........................................................ 9

Backlight ...................................................................... 9

Reset ............................................................................. 9

Specifications .............................................................. 9

Precautions ................................................................ 10

About Oregon Scientific ........................................... 11

EU-Declaration of Conformity .................................. 11

FCC Statement ........................................................... 11

Declaration of Conformity ........................................ 12

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific™ Global

5-Day Weather Adviser I (I300).

The weather station is capable of connecting to a PC computer using the USB connection. By installing the PC software, world cities can be user-selectable. The software can also download and display the latest weather data and real time of the selected cities. Please download the software from the following website: http://10.1.6.110/Oregon.exe

For full details see software instructions.

PC system requirements

The minimum system requirements for use of the software is:

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows 98 or above

• Processor: 300 MHz or higher CPU speed

• RAM: Min. 128Mb

• Hard disk free space: Min. 50Mb

• CD-ROM or DVD drive

NOTE The USB is only used for the uploading and downloading of weather data. It is not to be used for charging battery power.

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NOTE Please keep this manual handy as you use your new product. It contains practical step-by-step instructions, as well as technical specifications and warnings you should know about.

PACKAGING CONTENTS

1x Main Unit

1x USB

Communications

Hub

1x Remote

Sensor

3 x AA

UM-3 1.5V batteries 1x USB Cable

2 x AAA

UM-4 1.5V

Batteries

OVERVIEW

FRONT VIEW

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1. : Indicate AM / PM

2.

3.

: Information signal reception indicator

: Indicate outdoor sensor reception status

4. Current outdoor temperature (home environment)

5. : Sensor batteries low

6. Current indoor temperature / humidity (home environment)

7. Today’s regional weather forecast (user selected city)

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8. Next 4 day regional weather forecast with HI / LO temperature (user selected city)

9. SNOOZE · MESSAGE: Activate snooze alarm; turn on backlight; toggle between weather warning / advisory / clock message

10. City name / Clock / Calendar / Scrolling warning message

11. : Indicate alarm time is displayed

12. : Indicate daily alarm is On

13. : Main unit batteries low

14. Today’s regional HI / LO temperature (user selected city)

BACK VIEW

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1. ALARM: Change settings / display; activate / deactivate alarm; set alarm

2. MODE: Toggle between temperature and humidity display, set clock

3. Battery compartment

4. ºC / ºF: Select temperature unit

5. Wall mount hole

6. : Initiate sensor search; increase value of the setting; enter Registration Mode; display next city’s data

7. : Decrease value of the setting; enter Registration mode; display previous city’s data

8. Collapsible table stand

9. RESET: Reset unit to default settings

USB COMMUNICATIONS HUB

FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW

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SEARCH

Front View:

1. LED status indicator: Blink during registration with main unit or during sensor search; indicate a successful USB connection

Back View:

1. SEARCH: Initiate search for remote sensors; initiate registration with main unit

2. RESET: Reset USB Communications Hub to default settings

3. USB port: Upload / download records to / from PC

OUTDOOR THERMO SENSOR

FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW

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Front View:

1. LED status indicator: Blink when transmitting a reading

Back View:

1. RESET: Reset unit to default settings

2. Channel Switch

3. Battery compartment

GETTING STARTED

SET UP REMOTE SENSOR

1. Slide open the battery door.

2. Select channel.

3. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities (+ / -) and press RESET.

4. Close the battery door.

NOTE

• Install batteries in the remote sensor before installing the USB Communications Hub and main unit.

• Press RESET after each battery change.

5. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the wall mount bracket.

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6. Press and hold SEARCH on USB Communications

Hub to initiate search and start receiving data from the sensor.

NOTE USB Communications Hub will search only for already registered sensor or new sensor reset within last

30 minutes. To register a new sensor, reset sensor prior to search.

7. Press and hold on the main unit to initiate sensor search.

For best results:

• Place the sensor within 100 m (300 ft) of the USB

Communications Hub and main unit.

• Position the sensor so that it faces the USB

Communications Hub and main unit, minimizing obstructions such as doors, walls and furniture.

• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.

• Place the sensor in a location with a clear view to the sky, away from metallic / electronic objects.

• Position the sensor close to the USB Communications

Hub and main unit during cold winter months as belowfreezing temperatures may affect battery performance and signal transmission.

TIP The transmission range may vary depending on many factors. You may need to experiment with various locations to get the best results.

There is a registration mode with the main unit when the USB Communications Hub is turned on the first time, or after each installation. Users can also force a registration.

NOTE Use alkaline batteries for longer usage and consumer grade lithium batteries in temperatures below freezing.

To register with the main unit:

• Press and hold SEARCH at the back of USB

Communications Hub to enter registration mode.

• Press and hold + at the back of main unit to enter registration mode.

SET UP USB COMMUNICATIONS HUB

NOTE Set up the remote sensor before installing the USB

Communications Hub.

SET UP MAIN UNIT

NOTE Set up the remote sensor and USB Communications

Hub before installing the main unit.

For continuous use, always connect the USB

Communications Hub to the computer using the USB cable provided.

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1. Remove the battery compartment cover.

2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities.

3. Press RESET after each battery change.

NOTE Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine or fire.

DATA TRANSMISSION

To upload / download weather data:

• Install and start the PC software.

• Select world cities in the software programme.

• Set up the remote sensor.

• Connect the USB Communications Hub to the computer.

• Set up the main unit and register it with the USB

Communications Hub.

IMPORTANT

• Always connect the USB Communications Hub to the computer.

• Ensure Sleep Mode on computer is disabled as this will adversely affect the operation.

TO DISABLE SLEEP MODE ON COMPUTER

(WINDOWS XP OR EARLIER VERSION)

1. Right click on Desktop.

2. Choose “Properties”.

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3. Click on “Screen Saver” Tab in the Display Properties window.

4. Click on “Power” located at the bottom half of window.

5. A new window “Power Options Properties” will open.

6. Under “System standby” option, choose “Never” in drop down menu.

7. Click “Apply” and then click “OK”.

8. Previous window will return. Click “OK” to confirm and exit.

TO DISABLE SLEEP MODE ON COMPUTER

(WINDOWS VISTA)

1. Right click on Desktop.

2. Choose “Personalize”.

3. Click on “Screen Saver” Tab in the Display Properties window.

4. Click on “Change Power Settings” located at the bottom half of window.

5. Select “High Performance” and click “Change plan settings”.

6. Click “Change advanced power settings”.

7. Click “Sleep” and click “Hibernate after”.

8. Click “Setting” and set “0” minutes.

9. Click “Apply” and then “OK”.

SCREEN DISPLAY

TO CHANGE DISPLAY MODES

To toggle between 5 cities:

Press / .

To view alarm time and status:

Press ALARM.

To toggle between temperature and humidity display:

Press MODE.

TO VIEW DIFFERENT WARNING MESSAGES

Press SNOOZE · MESSAGE.

WEATHER FORECAST

For your convenience there is an enclosed sheet listing individual weather icons and their respective meanings.

CLOCK

TO MANUALLY SET CLOCK

NOTE This product is designed to synchronise its calendar clock automatically with the information downloaded from the PC.

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1. Press and hold MODE to enter settings.

2. Press / to change settings.

3. Press MODE to confirm settings.

The settings order is: 12/24 hr format, hour, minute, year, month-day / day-month, month, day and language.

NOTE The language options are English (ENG), German

(GER), French (FRE), Italian (ITA), Spanish (SPA) and

Russian (RUS).

ALARM

TO SET ALARM

1. Press ALARM to enter Alarm mode.

2. Press and hold ALARM to enter settings.

3. Press / to set hour / minute.

4. Press ALARM to confirm settings.

5. Press MODE to confirm and return to clock display.

TO ACTIVATE / DEACTIVATE ALARM

1. Press ALARM to enter Alarm mode.

2. Press ALARM repeatedly until desired option is displayed ( / “OFF”).

3. Press MODE to confirm and return to clock display.

TO SILENCE ALARM

• Press SNOOZE · MESSAGE to silence it for 8 minutes

OR

• Press any key to turn the alarm off and activate it again after 24 hours.

BACKLIGHT

Press SNOOZE · MESSAGE to activate LED backlight for 8 seconds.

RESET

Press RESET to return to the default settings.

SPECIFICATIONS

MAIN UNIT

Dimensions

(L x W x H)

Weight

Power

135 x 27 x 135 mm

(5.3 x 1.1 x 5.3 in)

260 g (9.17 oz) without battery

3 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V batteries

INDOOR TEMPERATURE

Temperature unit °C / °F

Displayed range 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

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Operating range

Resolution

-5°C to 50°C (23°F to 122°F)

0.1°C (0.2°F)

INDOOR RELATIVE HUMIDITY

Displayed range 2% to 98%

Operating range

Resolution

25% to 90%

1%

USB COMMUNICATIONS HUB

Dimensions

(L x W x H)

Weight

68 x 46 x 136 mm

(2.7 x 1.8 x 5.4 in)

92 g (3.2 oz) without battery

Signal frequency

Transmission range

Information update

Registration period

Power

433 MHz

100 meters (300 feet) unobstructed

Approximately every

10 minutes

Approximately 20 minutes

Via PC through USB cable

OUTDOOR REMOTE THERMO SENSOR

Dimensions

(L x W x H)

Weight

Temperature range

62 x 20 x 90 mm

(2.4 x 0.8 x 3.5 in)

50 g (1.76 oz) without battery

-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Temperature resolution 0.1°C (0.2°F)

Signal frequency 433 MHz

Transmission range

Transmission period

Number of channels

Power

100 m (300 ft) unobstructed

Approximately every

60 seconds

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2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V batteries

CLOCK / CALENDAR

Clock display

Hour format

Calendar

HH:MM

12hr AM/PM or 24hr

DD/MM or MM/DD

PRECAUTIONS

• Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust, temperature or humidity.

• Do not cover the ventilation holes with any items such as newspapers, curtains etc.

• Do not immerse the unit in water. If you spill liquid over it, dry it immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.

• Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials.

• Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components. This invalidates the warranty.

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• Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old batteries.

• Images shown in this manual may differ from the actual display.

• When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected separately for special treatment and not as normal household waste.

• Placement of this product on certain types of wood may result in damage to its finish for which Oregon

Scientific will not be responsible. Consult the furniture manufacturer’s care instructions for information.

• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced without the permission of the manufacturer.

• Do not dispose old batteries as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.

• Please note that some units are equipped with a battery safety strip. Remove the strip from the battery compartment before first use.

NOTE The technical specifications for this product and the contents of the user manual are subject to change without notice.

ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC

Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn more about Oregon Scientific products. If you’re in the US and would like to contact our Customer Care department directly, please visit: www2.oregonscientific.

com/service/support

OR

Call 1-800-853-8883.

For international inquiries, please visit: www2.

oregonscientific.com/about/international

EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this Global 5-Day

Weather Adviser I (model: I300) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the signed and dated

Declaration of Conformity is available on request via our

Oregon Scientific Customer Service.

COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED

All EU countries, Switzerland CH and Norway N

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FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE This equipment has been tested 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The following information is not to be used as contact for support or sales. Please call our customer service number (listed on our website at www.oregonscientific.

com, or on the warranty card for this product) for all inquiries instead.

We

Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc.

Address: 19861 SW 95th Ave.,Tualatin,

Oregon 97062 USA

Telephone No.: 1-800-853-8883 declare that the product

Product No.: I300

Product Name: Global 5-Day Weather Adviser I

Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited

Address:Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,

Phase 1,41 Man Yue St.,

Hung Hom, Kowloon,

Hong Kong

12 is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.