Oregon Scientific BAR898HGA Weather Radio User Manual


 
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WEATHER FORECAST
The unit is capable of detecting atmospheric pressure changes.
Based on collected data, it can predict the weather for the
forthcoming 12 to 24 hours. The effective range covers an area
of 30 to 50 km or 18 to 35 milees.
NOTE:
1. The accuracy of a general pressure-based weather forecast is
about 70% to 75%.
2. The weather forecasts from this unit are predictions that
cover the next 12 to 24 hours. It may not necessarily reflect
the current situation.
3. The "Sunny" icon, as applies to night time, implies clear
weather.
COMFORT LEVEL INDICATORS
The comfort level indicators COM, WET or DRY will tell you if
the current environment is comfortable, too wet or too dry.
The comfort indicator will appear on the display when the
following conditions are satisfied:
HOW TO CHECK
THE BAROMETRIC PRESSURE
The current and historical barometric pressure is shown on the
atmospheric pressure window.
For users staying at a higher altitude such as in the mountain
area, sea-level barometric pressure applies. In this case, press
and hold [HISTORY] button to enter the altitude compensation
setting mode. Use the ALT (
) or ALT ( ) button to select
from –328 to 8200 feet (whichever appropriate). Press
[HISTORY] button to confirm and exit.
Sunny
Partly cloudy
Cloudy Rainy Snow
Indicator
displays
on the unit
Temperature
Range
20°C to 25°C
(68°F to 77°F)
-5°C -+ 50°C
(23°F - 122°F)
-5°C -+ 50°C
(23°F - 122°F)
Humidity
Range
40%RH-
70%RH
OVER-
70%RH
Below
40%RH
Shows that the
Current
Environment
Ideal range for
both relative
humidity and
temperature
Contains excess
moisture
Contains
inadequate
moisture
No
Indicator
Less than
20°C (68°F) or
More than
25°C (77°F)
40%RH
to
70%RH
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