Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
Talking Wireless Weather Station Model: BAR321 / 323HGN
User Manual
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Talking Wireless Weather Station Model: BAR321 / 323HGN
User Manual CONTENTS
Contents ................................................................... 1 Introduction .............................................................. 3 Product Overview .................................................... 4 LCD Screen ........................................................... 4 Front View .............................................................. 5 Back View .............................................................. 6 Remote Sensor (RTGR328N) ................................ 7 Getting Started ......................................................... 8 Batteries ................................................................. 8 AC Adapter (Main Unit) .......................................... 8 Wall Mount / Stand ................................................ 9 Change Settings .................................................... 9 Remote Sensor ....................................................... 10 Thermo / Hygro Sensor Setup (RTGR328N) ....... 10 Clock .................................................................... 11 Set Radio Signal Format ...................................... 11 Sensor Data Transmission .................................. 11 Sensor Search ..................................................... 12 1
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Clock and Calendar ............................................... 12 Radio-Controlled Clock ........................................ 12 Turn Radio-Controlled Clock ON/OFF ................. 12 Set Clock ............................................................. 13 Alarms ..................................................................... 13 Set Daily Alarm .................................................... 13 Set Pre-Alarm ...................................................... 14 Activate Alarm ...................................................... 14 Snooze ................................................................ 15 Barometer ............................................................... 15 View Barometer Area ........................................... 15 Select Measurement Unit .................................... 15 View Barometer History ....................................... 16 Bar Chart Display ................................................. 16 Set Altitude ........................................................... 16 Weather Forecast ................................................... 16 Weather Forecast Icons ....................................... 16 UV Measurement (with optional UVR138) ............ 17 Temperature and Humidity .................................... 17 View Temperature and Humidity Area ................. 17 Select Measurement Unit .................................... 17 Select Sensor Channel ........................................ 18 Minimum / Maximum Records ............................. 18 Temperature and Humidity Trend ........................ 18 Comfort Zone ....................................................... 18
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Audio Broadcast .................................................... 19 Activate Audio Broadcast ..................................... 19 Broadcast Current Time, Temperature, Humidity and weather forecast ........................................... 19 Set Broadcast Times ........................................... 19 Set Volume Level ................................................. 20 Backlight ................................................................. 20 Reset System ......................................................... 20 Safety and Care ...................................................... 20 Warnings ................................................................. 20 Troubleshooting ..................................................... 21 Specifications ......................................................... 22 Main unit dimensions ........................................... 22 Remote unit dimensions ...................................... 22 Temperature ......................................................... 22 Relative humidity ................................................. 22 Barometer ............................................................ 22 Remote unit (RTGR328N) ................................... 22 Radio controlled clock ......................................... 23 Power ................................................................... 23 About Oregon Scientific ........................................ 23 EC Declaration of Conformity ............................... 24
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM BAR321HGN/BAR323HGN Talking Wireless Weather Station. This powerful device bundles time keeping, weather monitoring, and audio broadcast features into a single tool you can use from the convenience of your home. In this box, you will find: · Main unit · Remote sensor (RTGR328N) · Optional UV sensor (UVR138) · AC adapter · Batteries BAR321HGN --- BAR321HGN Main unit + RTGR328N Remote sensor BAR323HGN --- BAR321HGN Main unit + RTGR328N Remote sensor + UVR138 UV Sensor 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. 3
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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Weather Forecast Area: Animated weather forecast Clock / Alarm / Calendar Area: Radio controlled clock; alarms; calendar; battery status Temperature / Humidity / Comfort Zone Area: Readings and trend lines; comfort zone; sensor channel number; sensor battery status UVI / Barometer Area: UV level and barometric pressure bar chart; UV Index and barometric readings; AC adapter icon; audio broadcast icon
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FRONT VIEW
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SNOOZE / LIGHT Â activate 8-minute snooze or backlight LCD Display SELECT Â switch Areas MODE Â change settings / display UP Â increase setting / activate radio-controlled clock and audio broadcast DOWN Â decrease setting / deactivate radiocontrolled clock and audio broadcast ALARM / -- view alarm status; set alarm MEMORY Â view current and saved temperature and humidity readings CHANNEL Â switch remote sensor
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10. HISTORY Â view historical barometer and UV readings
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Speakers Slot for wall mount / stand Battery compartment (bottom) °C / °F button (in battery compartment) mb / inHg button (in battery compartment) RESET button (in battery compartment)
GETTING STARTED
NOTE Refer to the Battery section ( 8) for more information about the battery compartment. 6
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REMOTE SENSOR (RTGR328N)
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1. 2. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Signal reception Channel number Low battery icon Time Temp (°C or °F) Humidity % Temp / Humidity
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Wall mount Channel switch (1  5) RESET °C / °F Search EU / UK radio signal format switch Battery compartment Fold-out stand
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GETTING STARTED
BATTERIES Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity as shown in the battery compartment. For best results, install batteries in the remote sensor before the main unit. Press RESET after each battery change. To open the battery compartment: 1. 2. Insert a coin in the slot. Gently press back until the battery compartment pops out of place. Grasp the battery compartment by the sides and gently pull to open. It will not completely detach from the main unit.
AC ADAPTER (MAIN UNIT) The AC power adapter socket is located inside the battery compartment of the main unit. Batteries are for back-up purposes only; adapter is required for Audio Broadcast. To plug in the AC Adapter: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Open the battery compartment. Plug the jack in the power socket. Wrap the power cord under the prongs to guide it out of the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment. Plug the other end of the Adapter into a wall socket to power it on.
NOTE Do not use rechargeable batteries. shows when batteries are low. UNIT Main Remote UV Sensor LOCATION Calendar Area Humidity Area UVI / Barometric Measurement Area 8
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shows in the UVI / Barometric Measurement Area when AC adapter is not plugged in.
WALL MOUNT / STAND To attach the wall mount or stand, slide the insertion rod into the slot on the back of the main unit. Wall Mount
CHANGE SETTINGS 1. Press SELECT to switch between Areas. indicates the selected Area.
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Most Areas have alternate display options (for example, Clock / Alarm or Barometer / UVI). Press MODE to switch options, or ALARM / to switch between Clock and Alarm. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds to enter setting MODE. Press UP or DOWN to change settings. Press MODE to confirm.
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REMOTE SENSOR
This product is shipped with the RTGR328N Thermo/ Hygro Sensor and an optional UVR138 Ultraviolet Sun Ray Sensor (BAR323HGN only). The main unit can collect data from up to 6 sensors (5 Thermo/Hygro Sensors and 1 UV Sensor). Additional sensors sold separately. The RTGR328N Sensor collects temperature and humidity readings, and signals from official time-keeping organizations for the radio-controlled clock. For information about the UVR138, refer to the UVR138 User Manual. THERMO / HYGRO SENSOR SETUP (RTGR328N) 1. 2. 3. Open the battery compartment with a small Phillips screwdriver. Insert the batteries. Set the channel and radio signal format. The switches are located in the battery compartment. OPTION Channel 1 Â 5. If you are using more than one sensor, select a different channel for each sensor. EU (DCF) / UK (MSF)
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Close the battery compartment. Secure the sensor with the wall mount or using the fold-out stand.
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For best results: · Insert the batteries and select the unit, channel, and radio signal format before you mount the sensor. · Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture. · Do not place the sensor more than 70 meters (230 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. NOTE The transmission range may vary and is subject to the receiving range of the main unit. You may need to experiment with various locations to get the best results. CLOCK This remote sensor can automatically synchronize t h e d a t e a n d t i m e w i t h o ff i c i a l t i m e - k e e p i n g organizations in Frankfurt (Germany) and Rugby (England). When the sensor is within 1500 km (932 miles) of a RF signal, the reception icon will blink during reception. When the sensor receives the radio-controlled clock signal and is paired with the main unit, the clock in the main unit will be automatically updated.
SET RADIO SIGNAL FORMAT The RADIO SIGNAL FORMAT switch is located inside the battery compartment. Select EU (DCF) or UK (MSF). Then, press RESET. Reception takes 2 Â 10 minutes to complete. Once complete, the icon will stop blinking. STRONG SIGNAL WEAK OR NO SIGNAL
To force a manual RF clock reception, press and hold SEARCH for 2 seconds. SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION Data is sent from the sensor(s) every 60 seconds. The reception icon shown in the Temperature / Humidity Area indicates the status. ICON DESCRIPTION Main unit is searching for sensors. At least 1 channel has been found. Sensor 1 is sending data. (The number shows which sensor is selected.) The selected sensor cannot be found. Search for the sensor or check batteries.
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SENSOR SEARCH To search for a Thermo / Hygro sensor, press SELECT to navigate to the Temperature/ Humidity / Comfort Zone Area. will show next to the Area. Then, simultaneously press and hold MEMORY and CHANNEL for 2 seconds. To search for the UV sensor, press SELECT to navigate to the UVI / Barometer Area. will show next to the Area. Then, press and hold MEMORY and CHANNEL for 2 seconds. NOTE I ...
