Oregon Scientific RMR682A user manual Introduction, Overview, Getting Started, Remote Sensor

Wireless Indoor / Outdoor Thermometer

with Self-Setting Atomic Clock

Model: RMR682A

USER MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Wireless Indoor / Outdoor Thermometer with Self-Setting Atomic Clock (RMR682A). The main unit can support up to 3 sensors. To purchase additional sensors, please contact your local retailer.

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.

OVERVIEW

FRONT VIEW

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1.Channel number and sensor reception status

2.Sensor low battery warning

3.Maximum / minimum outdoor temperature reading

4.Indoor temperature display icon

5.Main unit low battery warning

6.Maximum / minimum indoor temperature reading

7.Alarm is set

8.12-hour clock

9.Alarm is displayed

10.Radio-controlled clock reception icon

11.Hi / lo alarm is displayed

12.Outdoor temperature trend icon

13.Ice warning is active

14.Outdoor temperature reading

15.Indoor temperature trend icon

16.Indoor temperature reading

17.US time zones

18.Time, alarm and date

BACK VIEW

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1.MEM: View current, maximum and minimum temperature

2.TEMP HI / LO : Change settings or enable / disable hi or lo temperature alarm for channel 1

3. / : Increase / decrease setting; activate / deactivate clock reception signal

4.CHANNEL: Switch remote sensor display

5.MODE: Change settings / display

6.ALARM: View alarm status; set alarm

7.Battery compartment

8.ZONE: Toggle between the 4 US time zones

9.°C / °F: Select temperature unit °C / °F

10.RESET: Reset unit to default settings

REMOTE SENSOR (THN122N)

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1.	LED status	1.	Wall mount hole
	indicator: Blinks red	2.	RESET hole
	during data	3.	CHANNEL switch
	transmission	4.	Battery compartment
2.	Ventilation duct

GETTING STARTED

POWER

Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity (+ and -).

NOTE Install batteries in the remote sensor before the main unit. Press RESET after each battery change. Do not use rechargeable batteries. We recommend that you use alkaline batteries with this product for longer usage and lithium batteries in temperatures below freezing.

shows when batteries are low.

UNIT	LOCATION
Main	Indoor temperature area
Remote	Outdoor temperature area

REMOTE SENSOR

The sensor collects temperature readings approx. every 40 seconds and sends them to the main unit. The main unit can collect data from up to 3 sensors.

To set up the sensor:

1.Remove the screws from the battery door.

2.Insert the batteries, matching the polarity (+ / -).

3.Select a channel. Make sure you use a different channel for each sensor.

4.Place the sensor near the main unit. Press RESET on the sensor.

5.Simultaneously press CHANNEL and MEM on the main unit to initiate signal sending between the sensor and main unit.

6.Close the battery door and secure the screws.

7.Place the sensor in the desired location using the table stand or wall mount.

For best results:

•Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.

•Do not place the sensor more than 30 meters (100 feet) from the main (indoor) unit.

•Position the sensor so that it faces the main (indoor) unit, minimizing obstructions such as doors, walls, and furniture.

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

•Position the sensor close to the main unit during cold winter months as below-freezing temperatures may affect battery performance and signal transmission.

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

Standard Alkaline batteries contain significant amounts of water. Because of this they will freeze in low temperatures of approximately -12°C (10°F). Disposable Lithium batteries have a much lower threshold for temperature with an estimated freezing range of below -40°C (-40°F).

Wireless ranges can be impacted by a variety of factors such as extremely cold temperatures. Extreme cold may temporarily reduce the effective range between the sensor and the base station. If the unit’s performance fails due to low temperature, the unit will resume proper functioning as the temperature rises to within the normal temperature range (i.e. no permanent damage will occur to the unit due to low temperatures).

SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION

Data is sent from the sensor(s) every 40 seconds. The reception icon in the outdoor temperature area shows the status.

ICON	DESCRIPTION
	Main unit is searching for the
	sensor(s)
	A channel has been found
	Sensor 1 is sending data
and “- -.-”(Outdoor	The sensor cannot be found.
temperature area)	Search for the sensor or check
	batteries

To search for a sensor:

Simultaneously, press and hold MEM and CHANNEL for 2 seconds.

NOTE If the sensor is still not found, check the batteries, obstructions, and remote unit location.

CLOCK

CLOCK RECEPTION

This product is designed to synchronize its date and time automatically once it is within range of the WWVB-60 signal from the atomic clock in Boulder, Colorado.

The sensor collects the radio signals whenever it is within 1500 km (932 miles) of a signal.

NOTE Initial reception takes 2-10 minutes for first set up or when RESET is pressed. Once complete, the reception icon will stop blinking. If the signal is weak, it can take up to 24 hours to get a valid signal.

RECEPTION SIGNAL

STRONGWEAK NO SIGNAL

To enable and force a signal search:

Press and hold for 2 seconds.

To disable the signal reception:

Press and hold for 2 seconds.

flashes when it is enabled.

SET CLOCK

To manually set the clock make sure the clock signal reception is disabled.

To manually set the clock:

1.Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds.

2.Press and to change the settings.

3.Press MODE to confirm.

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