Instruction Manual

Sportsman’s Forecaster

model 00250

CONTENTS

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

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

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

Features & Benefits: Sensor..... 2

Features & Benefits: Display.... 3

Sensor Setup ......................... 4

Display Setup ........................ 4

Intelli-Time

®

Clock .................. 5

Set the Time & Date ............... 5

Set the Measurement Units ..... 5

Placement Guidelines ............. 6

Using the Forecaster............... 7

Troubleshooting ..................... 8

Care & Maintenance.............10

Replace Intelli-Time

®

battery ..10

Specifications........................11

FCC Information ...................11

Customer Support .................12

Warranty..............................12

Questions?

Contact Customer Support at

(877) 221-1252 or visit www.

AcuRite .com.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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Unpacking Instructions

Remove the protective film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product. Locate the tab and peel off to remove.

Package Contents

1. Display unit

2. Outdoor sensor

3. Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

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.com

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Features & Benefits

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OUTDOOR SENSOR

1. Integrated Hanger

For easy placement.

2. Wireless Signal Indicator

Flashes when data display unit.

is being sent to the

3. Battery Compartment

4. Battery Compartment Cover

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Features & Benefits

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DISPLAY UNIT

1. Hunting or Fishing Activity Meter

Predicts wildlife activity level. Select hunting, fishing, or auto-cycle between both.

2. Pressure History Graph

Tracks barometric pressure history.

8. Monthly Low Temperature Record

9. Learning Mode Icon

Disappears after weather forecast self-calibration is complete.

3. Barometric Pressure

Arrow icon indicates the direction the pressure is trending.

4. Intelli-Time

®

Clock

Sets itself to the correct time and automatically updates for Daylight

Saving Time.

5. Display Low Battery Indicator

6. Monthly High Temperature Record

7. Current Outdoor Temperature

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10. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast

Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls data from the outdoor sensor to generate your personal forecast.

11. Moon Phase

12. Intelli-Time

®

Date

Sets itself to the correct date.

13. Today’s High Temperature Record

14. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength

15. Today’s Low Temperature Record

16. Outdoor Sensor Low Battery

Indicator

SETUP

Install or Replace Batteries

AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended.

The outdoor sensor requires lithium batteries in low temperature conditions.

Cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to function improperly. Use lithium batteries in the outdoor sensor for temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.

Outdoor Sensor

1. Slide off the battery compartment cover.

2. Insert 2 x AA batteries into the battery compartment, as shown.

Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

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(70°C)

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ALKALINE

BATTERIES

(70°C)

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Display Unit

1. Slide off the battery compartment cover.

2. Insert 3 x AA batteries into the battery compartment, as shown.

Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

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 device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be used for an extended period of time. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. Promptly remove dead batteries from the device. Dispose of used batteries properly. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fre, as batteries may explode or leak. DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries (alkaline/standard). DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. DO NOT recharge non-rechargeable batteries. DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals.

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Intelli-Time

®

Clock

Intelli-Time products are pre-programmed with the correct time and date.

Intelli-Time technology instructs the time and date to set themselves. All you need to do is select your Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time preferences. The clock will then automatically set itself and change for Daylight Saving Time.

To select your time zone, press the “ZONE” button located on the back of the display unit inside the battery compartment.

Set the Time & Date & Units

Press the “SET” button to enter SET MODE. Once in SET MODE, the preference you are currently setting will blink on the display.

To adjust the currently selected (flashing) item, press and release the “ + ” or

“ – ” buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust).

To save your adjustments, press and release the “SET” button again to adjust the next preference. The preference set order is as follows:

TIME ZONE (PST MST CST EST AST HAST AKST)

DST* (Daylight Saving Time ON or OFF)

CLOCK HOUR

CLOCK MINUTE

CALENDAR MONTH

CALENDAR DATE

CALENDAR YEAR

You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 30 seconds.

Enter SET MODE at any time by pressing the “SET” button for 3 seconds.

*DST is set to ON by default. If you live in an area that observes daylight saving time, DST should remain ON.

Set the Measurement Units

To select between degrees Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) temperature units, press the “ºC/ºF” button located on the back of the display unit inside the battery compartment.

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Placement for Maximum Accuracy

AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of both the display unit and outdoor sensor are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product.

Display Unit Placement

Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust.

Display unit stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.

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Outdoor Sensor Placement

Sensor must be placed outside to observe outdoor conditions.

Sensor is water resistant and is designed for general outdoor use, however, to extend its life place the sensor in an area protected from direct weather elements.

Hang the sensor using the integrated hang holes or hanger, or by using string (not included) to hang it from a suitable location, like a well covered tree branch. The best location is 4 to 8 feet above the ground with permanent shade and plenty of fresh air to circulate around the sensor.

Important Placement Guidelines

• To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place units out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents.

• Display unit and outdoor sensor must be within 165 ft (50 m) of each other.

• To maximize wireless range, place units away from large metallic items, thick walls, metal surfaces, or other objects that may limit wireless communication.

• To prevent wireless interference, place both units at least 3 ft (.9 m) away from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.).

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(165 feet maximum)

(50 meters)

Setup is Complete

The sensor will now synchronize with the display unit. It may take a few minutes for synchronization to complete. Please refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual if anything appears to be functioning improperly.

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OPERATION

Using the Sportsman’s Forecaster

Hunting & Fishing Activity Meter

Don’t miss out on favorable weather and wildlife conditions! AcuRite’s Hunting

& Fishing Activity Meter predicts wildlife activity levels by combining weather observations with lunar positioning data. View the fishing meter, the hunting meter, or automatically cycle between both meters.

Use the mode buttons on the back of the display unit (shown right) to select the meter mode:

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+ SET -

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Hunting Activity

Meter Mode

Fishing Activity

Meter Mode

Cycle between hunting

& fishing activity meters.

Press AND HOLD Mode button for 3 seconds.

Learning Mode

Self-Calibrating Forecasting uses a unique algorithm to analyze changes in pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude.

After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At this point, the self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and the unit is ready for superior weather prediction.

Weather Forecast

AcuRite’s patented Self-Calibrating Forecasting provides your personal forecast of weather conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours by collecting data from the sensor in your backyard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint accuracy - personalized for your exact location.

STORMY

& WINDY

SNOW

LIKELY

SNOW / RAIN

MIX LIKELY

RAIN

LIKELY

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MOSTLY

CLOUDY

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X X X Jo: X X

(flashing=stormy)

View the complete list of icons at www.AcuRite.com/acurite-icons

Barometric Pressure

Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly affect the weather. This weather forecaster displays the current pressure, trend arrow and a pressure chart. The chart tracks and displays the change in pressure so you can monitor the rate of change over time.

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Moon Phase

Track the phases of the moon, conveyed through simple lunar phase icons:

NEW WAXING

CRESCENT

1ST WAXING

QUARTER GIBBOUS

FULL WANING LAST

GIBBOUS QUARTER

WANING

CRESCENT

High & Low Records

“Today” temperature records automatically clear daily at midnight. “Month” temperature records automatically clear at midnight on the last day of the month.

• To manually clear the HIGH recorded values, press and HOLD the “ + ” button. Dashes display to confirm you have cleared the HIGH records.

• To manually clear the LOW recorded values, press and HOLD the “ ” button. Dashes display to confirm you have cleared the LOW records.

Troubleshooting

Problem

No outdoor sensor reception

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Possible Solution

If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:

• Relocate the display unit and/or the outdoor sensor.

The units must be within 165 ft (50 m) of each other.

• Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet

(.9 m) away from electronics that may interfere with the wireless communication (such as TVs, microwaves, computers, etc).

• Use standard alkaline batteries (or lithium batteries in sensor when temperature is below -4ºF/-20ºC). Do not use heavy duty or rechargeable batteries. NOTE: It may take up to 20 minutes for display unit and sensor to synchronize after batteries are replaced.

Display screen not working

• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

Batteries may need to be replaced.

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Outdoor temperature is flashing or showing dashes

Inaccurate forecast

Inaccurate temperature

Possible Solution

Flashing of the outdoor temperature is generally an indication of wireless interference.

1. Bring both the sensor and display unit indoors and remove batteries from each.

2. Reinstall batteries in the outdoor sensor.

3. Reinstall batteries in the display unit.

4. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection.

• Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next

12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.

• Has Learning Mode icon disappeared from the display unit? Learning Mode must complete before forecast and pressure will be accurate.

• Allow unit to run continuously for 33 days. Battery removal or resetting the display unit will restart

Learning Mode. After 14 days, forecast should be fairly accurate, however Learning Mode calibrates for a total of 33 days.

• Make sure both the display unit and sensor are placed out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents (see page 6).

If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call

(877) 221-1252 for assistance.

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Care & Maintenance

Display Unit Care

Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a gentle puff of air.

Outdoor Sensor Care

Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives.

Replace Intelli-Time Clock Battery

Intelli-Time technology is powered by a pre-installed coin-cell battery that stores the time and date settings. The battery has a shelf life of several years. To replace the Intelli-Time battery:

1. Slide off battery compartment cover.

2. Remove AA batteries fom display unit.

3. Locate the coin cell battery compartment door.

Unscrew and remove the compartment cover.

4. Insert 1 x CR2032 coin cell battery into the battery compartment, as shown.

Install battery with “+” positive terminal facing

OUT.

5. Screw in the battery cover.

CR2032

Remove small screw to gain access to

Intelli-Time battery compartment.

WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BUTTON-CELL BATTERY. IF SWALLOWED, IT~

COULD CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH IN JUST 2 HOURS.

SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY IF INGESTED. ~

POISON

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Specifications

TEMPERATURE RANGE

WIRELESS RANGE

OPERATING FREQUENCY

POWER

DATA REPORTING

Outdoor: -40 º F to 158 º F; -40 º C to 70 º C

165 ft / 50 m depending on home construction materials

433 MHz

5 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries (not included)

Outdoor Data: 31 second updates

Indoor Data: 30 second updates

FCC Information

This device complies with part 15 of 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.

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 the 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.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment.

Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Customer Support

AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-inclass service. For assistance , please have the model number of this product available and contact us in any of the following ways:

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(877) 221-1252 [email protected]

24/7 support at www.

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.com

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