La Crosse Technology WS-1612 Portable Radio User Manual


 
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displayed on the Weather Center. If this does not happen after 30 seconds, the
batteries will need to be removed from both units. You will have to start again
from step 1.
5. You may then check all cables for correct connection and all components for
correct function by manually turning the wind-gauge, moving the weather-vane,
tilting the rain sensor to hear the impact of the internally moving seesaw, etc
(See Positioning below).
6. Time and date shall be manually set (See Manual Setting below).
7. After the Weather Center has been checked for correct function with regard to
the above points and found fit, the initial set up of the Weather Center system
is finished and the mounting of the system components can take place. It must
be verified, however, that all components work properly together at their
chosen mounting or standing locations. If e.g. there appear to be problems with
the 915 MHz radio transmission, they can mostly be overcome by slightly
changing the mounting locations.
Note:
The radio communication between the receiver and the sensor in the open field
reaches distances of max 330 feet, provided there are no interfering obstacles such
as buildings, trees, vehicles, high voltage lines, etc.
8. Radio interferences created by PC screens, radios or TV sets can in some
cases entirely cut off radio communication. Please take this into consideration
when choosing standing or mounting locations.
Note:
The thermo-hygro sensor should be placed in a dry, shaded area. The temperature
sensor has a range of 330 feet. Keep in mind that the 330 feet is in open air with no