La Crosse Technology WS-9020U Weather Radio User Manual


 
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This allowance is typically enough for a frame wall with non-metallic
siding; however certain materials can reduce range even further. Metal
siding, stucco, and some types of glass can reduce signal range by as
much as ¾ or more, compared to the ½ reduction typical of most
obstructions. It is possible to receive a signal through these materials,
however maximum range will be much less due to their tendency to
absorb or reflect a much larger portion of the sensor’s signal.
If the outdoor temperature and humidity data are not being received
within 2 minute after setting up (or the outdoor display show “--.-“ in the
outdoor section of the intelligent weather station after
failed attempts during normal operation). Please check the following
points:
1. The distance of the intelligent weather station or remote
temperature/humidity sensor should be at least 3 to 6 feet (1.5 to
2 meters) away from any interfering sources such as computer
monitors or TV sets.
2. Avoid positioning the intelligent weather station onto or in the
immediate proximity of metal doors or window frames.
3. Using other electrical products such as headphones or speakers
operating on the same signal frequency (915MHz) may prevent
correct signal transmission and reception.
3. Neighbors using electrical devices operating on the 915MHz
signal frequency can also cause interference.
4. “Visibility” of the intelligent weather station and remote
temperature/humidity sensor (e.g. through a window) increases
the range.
Note:
When the 915MHz signal is received, do not re-open the battery cover
of either the remote temperature/humidity sensor or the intelligent
weather station, as the batteries may spring free from the contacts and
force a false reset. Should this happen accidentally then reset all units
(see Setting up above) otherwise transmission problems may occur.
If no reception is possible despite the observation of these factors, all
system units have to be reset (see Setting up).
POSITIONING THE INTELLIGENT WEATHER STATION:
The intelligent weather station has been designed to be hung on a wall
or free standing.
For Free standing:
Simply attached the stand to the bottom of the unit and
place onto a flat surface.