User manual LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY WS7038

[. . . ] Rain Monitor Instruction Manual Table of Contents Page Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Safety Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] On the Base Station the amount of rain of the last rainfall, the last hour or the last 24 hours can be polled. An integrated bar graph shows the amount of rain of the last 7 days, 7 weeks or 7 months respectivelly. All measured value is stored in EEPROM and will thus not be lost even in case of a battery change. The Base Station furthermore provides a programmable rain alarm function as well as an integrated 24 hour clock with date display. The Base Station is designed for either table standing or wall mounting. The Rain Gauge will constantly drain itself and is thus safe against any frost damage. · · Function Keys Hanging hole Note!Under normal circumstancec the scaling of the graph bars shows the rainfall up to an amount of 100 millimeters (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 und 100mm). If the rainfall exceeds an amount of 100mm, the scaling of the entire bar graph will automatically switch to a higher range (0, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 und 1000mm). Numeric Display Battery cover RAIN/SET key If in normal display mode the "HISTORY/+" key is pressed for longer than 2 seconds, the numeric value of the first bar in the bar graph will be displayed in millimeters in the top section of the LCD screen. Pressing the "HISTORY/+" key again will move to the next bar and so on until the values of all bars have been displayed. If after display of the value of the last bar of the respective bar graph the "HISTORY/+" key is pressed one more time or if no key is pressed for 30 seconds then the LCD screen will return to the normal display mode. HISTORY/+ key Removable stand 13 14 Setting Up Remove all components from the packaging and lay them on a table in front of you. Check that the following items are included: · · · Base Station of Rain Monitor and table stand Rain Gauge Operating Manual Before setting up the Intended Use as well as the Safety Notes and the Technical Specifications included in this manual have to be observed closely. Before putting into operation ensure that the Rain Monitor will fit the purpose it is intended to be used for. 2. Remove the table stand from the Base Station by pulling it away from its base. Hang the station onto the screw by use of the hanging hole on the back. Remember to ensure that it locks safely into place before releasing. Getting started Batterie cover Battery compartment Positioning the Rain Gauge · · Open the battery compartment on the back of the Base Station as shown above. Observing the correct polarity insert two type AAA, IEC LR3, 1. 5V batteries into the batteriy compartment. After inserting the batteries all segments of the LCD screen will light up briefly (appr. Replace the battery cover of the Base Station. · Battery compartment Locate the Rain Gauge outdoors on a convenient place (e. g. on a terrace, a lawn or in the garden) where it can collect rain freely and directly. It is recommended to position the Rain Gauge somewhat above ground level to ensure better data transmission. by use of a spirit-level) in order to ensure safe operation of the internal seesaw. · · · Using a coin or an appropriate tool (screwdriver) open the battery compartment in the base of the Rain Gauge. Observing the correct polarity insert two type AA, IEC LR6, 1. 5V batteries into the batteriy compartment. This will prevent humidity from entering the battery compartment and subsequently damage the unit. [. . . ] The Rain Gauge however transmits data every one minute as long as there is no rain and immediately when it senses rain. If rain data cannot be received at three attempts in a row, then the symbol , , - - -" will be shown on the LCD. If this is the case, a reset as described in Item "Resetting" must be performed. · · During programming mode and during numeric display of the rainfall bar graphs (see "Numeric Display") there is no reception of the transmitted data. [. . . ]