INTRODUCTION
Mirror Weather Station
Model: MR238
Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific™ MR238 Mirror Weather Station.
This powerful device bundles time keeping, weather forecasting, indoor and
outdoor temperature and humidity readings into a single mirror display you can
use from the convenience of your home.
User Manual
In this box, you will find:
CONTENTS
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Main unit (MR238) with wall-mount holder
Remote sensor (RTGR328N)
AC adapter
Introduction .................................................................................................. 1
Product Overview ........................................................................................ 2
Front View ................................................................................................ 2
Back View ................................................................................................ 2
VFD Display ............................................................................................. 2
Remote Sensor (RTGR328N) .................................................................. 3
Remote Sensor LCD Display ................................................................... 3
Remote Sensor Back View ...................................................................... 3
Getting Started ............................................................................................. 4
Installing the Wall-Mount Holder .............................................................. 4
NOTE The THGR328N (5-Channel) and THGR228N (3-Channel) remote
sensors are also compatible with this weather station. Additional sensors are
sold separately. Please contact your local stockist for more information.
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.
AC Adaptor (Main Unit) ............................................................................ 4
VFD Display .................................................................................................. 4
Activate / Deactivate the Display.............................................................. 4
Remote Sensor............................................................................................. 4
Set Up Thermo / Hygro Sensor (RTGR328N).......................................... 4
Sensor Data Transmission ....................................................................... 5
Search for Sensor .................................................................................... 5
Clock and Calendar ..................................................................................... 5
Radio-Controlled Clock ............................................................................ 5
Turn Radio-Controlled Clock ON / OFF ................................................... 5
Set Clock .................................................................................................. 5
Switch Clock Display ................................................................................ 5
Alarms ........................................................................................................... 5
Set Alarm ................................................................................................. 5
Activate / Deactivate Alarm ...................................................................... 5
Snooze ..................................................................................................... 5
Weather Forecast ......................................................................................... 6
Weather Forecast Icons ........................................................................... 6
Temperature and Humidity ......................................................................... 6
View Temperature and Humidity Area ..................................................... 6
Select Measurement Unit ......................................................................... 6
Select Sensor Channel ............................................................................ 6
Minimum / Maximum Records.................................................................. 6
Temperature and Humidity Trend Lines................................................... 6
Comfort Zone ........................................................................................... 6
Reset System ............................................................................................... 6
Safety and Care ............................................................................................ 6
Warnings....................................................................................................... 6
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 6
Specifications............................................................................................... 7
About Oregon Scientific .............................................................................. 7
EC-Declaration of Conformity..................................................................... 7
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REMOTE SENSOR (RTGR328N)
REMOTE SENSOR – BACK VIEW
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1. Wall mount
1. LCD display
2. CHANNEL switch (1-5)
3. RESET
2. LED status indicator
3. Ventilation duct
4. °C / °F switch
5. SEARCH
REMOTE SENSOR LCD DISPLAY
6. EU / UK radio signal format switch
7. Battery compartment
8. Fold-out stand
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1. Signal reception
2. Channel number
3. Low battery icon
4. Time
5. Temperature (°C or °F)
6. Humidity %
7. Temperature / Humidity
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GETTING STARTED
VFD DISPLAY
ACTIVATE / DEACTIVATE THE DISPLAY
INSTALLING THE WALL-MOUNT HOLDER
To install the wall-mount holder:
Slide the VFD control switch at the back of the weather station to different display
options:
1. Use the diagram provided to mark where the 6 screws will be drilled.
2. Drill the screws into the wall to affix the wall-mount holder.
3. Put on the wall-mount cover.
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Display ON – The VFD display and the LED light bars will always be on.
Display OFF – The VFD display and the LED light bars will always be off.
Display AUTO – The VFD display and the LED light bars will be on when any
key is pressed or the front of the ACTIVE / SNOOZE touch panel is triggered.
The display and the light bars will be turned off after 30 minutes if no other
keys are pressed.
4. Unscrew the bar that is in the Mirror Weather Station stand.
5. Attach the stand to the wall-mount holder and screw to affix firmly in place.
6. Adjust the angle of the mirror.
REMOTE SENSOR
This product is shipped with the RTGR328N Thermo / Hygro Sensor. The main
unit can collect data from up to 5 sensors (5 Thermo / Hygro Sensors). The
THGR328N and THGR228N sensors are also compatible with this weather
station. (Additional sensors are sold separately. Contact your local stockist for
more information).
TheRTGR328NSensorcollectstemperatureandhumidityreadings,andsignals
from official time-keeping organizations for the radio-controlled clock.
SET UP THERMO / HYGRO SENSOR (RTGR328N)
1. Open the battery compartment with a small Phillips screwdriver.
2. Insert batteries.
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3. Set the channel and radio signal format. The switches are located in the
battery compartment.
SWITCH
OPTION
Channel
If you are using more than one sensor, select a
different channel for each sensor.
Radio Signal Format
EU (DCF) / UK (MSF)
4. Press RESET, then set the temperature unit.
SWITCH
OPTION
Temp
°C / °F
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5. Close the battery compartment.
To fold out the stand:
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AC ADAPTOR (MAIN UNIT)
For best results:
Please install the AC adaptor at the back of the unit as illustrated. (Hiding of the
adaptor wire can only happen when the wall-mount holder is installed).
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Insert the batteries and select the unit, channel, and radio signal format
before you mount the sensor.
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Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.
Do not place the sensor more than 30 metres (100 feet) from the main
(indoor) unit.
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Position the sensor so that it faces the main (indoor) unit, minimizing
obstructions such as doors, walls, and furniture.
Placethesensorinalocationwithaclearviewtothesky,awayfrommetallic
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.
NOTE The transmission range may vary and is subject to the receiving range of
the main unit.
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SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION
SET CLOCK
Data is sent from the sensor(s) every 60 seconds. The reception icon shown
indicates the status.
You only need to do this if you have disabled the radio-controlled clock (or if you
are too far from a RF signal).
ICON
DESCRIPTION
1. Press and hold CLOCK for 2 seconds.
2. Select the time zone offset hour (+ / -23 hours), 12 / 24-hour format, hour,
minute, year, date / month format, month, day and display language.
3. Press UP or DOWN to change the setting.
Main unit is searching for sensors.
At least 1 channel has been found.
4. Press CLOCK to confirm.
Sensor1issendingdata. (Thenumbershowswhich
sensor is selected).
NOTE The language options are (E) English, (F) French, (D) German, (I) Italian,
and (S) Spanish. The language you select determines the weekday display.
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Theselectedsensorcannotbefound.Searchforthe
sensor or check batteries.
SWITCH CLOCK DISPLAY
Press CLOCK to toggle between:
SEARCH FOR SENSOR
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Clock with day
Clock with time-zone offset
Tosearchforthesensor,simultaneouslypressandholdMEMORYandCHANNEL
for 2 seconds.
NOTE If the sensor is still not found, please check the batteries.
ALARMS
This product has 2 alarms.
CLOCK AND CALENDAR
SET ALARM
This product tracks the time and date based on radio-controlled signals from the
RTGR328N remote sensor, or manual settings that you enter.
1. Select Alarm#1 or Alarm#2 by pressing ALARM once or twice (once to view
Alarm#1, twicetoviewAlarm#2). Thealarmnumberwillshowjusttotheright
of the displayed alarm time.
2. Press and hold ALARM for 2 seconds.
3. Select the hour and minute. Press UP or DOWN to change settings.
4. Press ALARM to confirm.
RADIO-CONTROLLED CLOCK
The time and date are automatically updated by radio-controlled clock signals
from official time-keeping organizations in Frankfurt (Germany) and Rugby
(England) unless you disable this feature.
The Daily Alarm icon will light up when the alarm is set.
Initial reception takes 2-10 minutes and is initiated when you first set up the unit
or whenever you press RESET. Once complete, the reception icon will stop
blinking.
ACTIVATE/ DEACTIVATE ALARM
To activate / deactivate the alarm, press ALARM ON / OFF. The alarm icons will
light up when the alarm is set. You can set Alarm#1, Alarm#2 or both alarms
simultaneously.
How these signals work together:
NOTE When the alarm time is reached, the crescendo alarm will sound for 2
minutes.Pressanykeytosilencethealarm.Itwillsoundatthesametimethenext
day.
ICON
MEANING
Theunithascontactwiththesensorandhassynchronized
the time.
SNOOZE
The unit has contact with the sensor but the time has not
been synchronized.
Tap on the area at front of the ACTIVE / SNOOZE panel to temporarily disable
the alarm for 8 minutes.
The unit has lost contact with the remote sensor but the
time is synchronized.
The unit has lost contact with the remote sensor and the
time is not synchronized.
The unit cannot reach the remote sensor.
NOTE ToforceamanualsearchforRFclockreception, pressandholdSEARCH
on the sensor for 2 seconds.
TURN RADIO-CONTROLLED CLOCK ON / OFF
If you wish to manually set the clock, you must first disable the radio-controlled
feature.
NOTE The ACTIVE / SNOOZE touch panel is subject to varying degrees of
sensitivity; you may need to tap against the area of the touch panel more than
once and with varying degrees of pressure or force to trigger the function.
To disable the radio-controlled feature, press and hold DOWN on the main unit
for 2 seconds.
To enable the radio-controlled feature, press and hold UP for 2 seconds.
NOTE When the feature is disabled, the house icon disappears in the upper left-
hand corner of the VFD display.
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TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY TREND LINES
WEATHER FORECAST
The trend lines are shown next to the temperature and humidity readings.
This product forecasts the next 12 to 24 hours of weather within a 30-50 km (19-
31 mile) radius. The forecast is based on barometric pressure trend readings.
TREND
RISING
STEADY
FALLING
The top area shows an animated icon indicating the forecasted weather.
TEMPERATURE
WEATHER FORECAST ICONS
HUMIDITY
ICON
DESCRIPTION
Clear
COMFORT ZONE
Day / Night
Day / Night
The Comfort Zone indicates how comfortable the climate is, based on current
temperature and humidity measurements.
Partly cloudy
Cloudy
ZONE
WET
TEMPERATURE
HUMIDITY
Any
>70%
COM
DRY
20-25°C
(68-77°F)
Any
40-70%
<40%
Rainy
NOTE This information is shown just beside the humidity reading.
Snowy
RESET SYSTEM
The RESET button is located at the back of the unit.
NOTE The nighttime icon displays from 6 PM to 6 AM. When the Channel 1
sensor records a temperature of 2°C (35.6 °F) or lower, the Rainy icon becomes
Snowy.
PressRESETwheneverperformanceisnotbehavingasexpected,(forexample,
unable to establish radio frequency link with remote unit or radio-controlled
clock).
TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY
NOTE When you press RESET, all settings will return to the default settings so
you will lose all stored information.
The weather station can display the following information:
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Current, minimum and maximum temperatures and relative humidity
percentages.
Comfort level indicator and trend line (rising, falling, or steady).
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SAFTY AND CARE
Clean the product with a slightly damp cloth and alcohol-free, mild detergent.
Avoid dropping the product or placing it in a high-traffic location.
NOTE Data is collected and displayed approximately every 60 seconds.
VIEW TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY AREA
WARNINGS
Temperature data is given at the top; humidity is below.
This product is designed to give you years of service if handled properly. Oregon
Scientificwillnotberesponsibleforanydeviationsintheusageofthedevicefrom
those specified in the user instructions or any unapproved alterations or repairs
of the product.
Please observe the following guidelines:
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Never immerse the product in water. (This can cause electrical shock and
damage the product).
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Do not subject the main unit to extreme force, shock, or fluctuations in
temperature or humidity.
Do not tamper with the internal components.
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Do not mix new and old batteries or batteries of different types.
Do not use rechargeable batteries with this product.
Remove the batteries if storing this product for a long period of time.
Do not scratch the display.
SELECT MEASUREMENT UNIT
Press the °C / °F button to the desired setting.
NOTE The technical specification of this product and contents of this user guide
are subject to change without notice. Also images not drawn to scale.
NOTE The button is located at the back of the unit.
SELECT SENSOR CHANNEL
TROUBLESHOOTING
Press CHANNEL to switch between sensors 1-5. (The house icon shows the
selected remote sensor).
PROBLEM
SYMPTOM
REMEDY
To auto-scan between sensors, press and hold CHANNEL for 2 seconds. (Each
sensor’s data will be displayed for 3 seconds).
Calendar
Strange date /
month
Change language
Clock
Temp
Cannot adjust clock
Cannot auto-synch
Disable radio-controlled clock
To end auto-scan, press CHANNEL or MEMORY.
1.Press RESET
2.Manually activate
radio-controlled clock
NOTE If you select a sensor that collects only temperature data, the humidity will
not be shown.
Shows "LLL" or "HHH" Temperature is out-of-range
Remote
sensor
Cannot locate
remote sensor
Check batteries
MINIMUM / MAXIMUM RECORDS
Press MEMORY repeatedly to view current, maximum and minimum records for
the selected sensor.
To clear the records, press and hold MEMORY for 2 seconds. A beep will sound
to confirm that the memory has been cleared.
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ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC
SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN UNIT DIMENSIONS
L x W x H
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330 x 42 x 207 mm
(12.99 x 1.65 x 8.15 inches)
Weight
1002 grams (2.20 lbs)
REMOTE UNIT DIMENSIONS
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you'd like to contact the Oregon Scientific Customer Care department directly,
please visit: www2.oregonscientific.com/service/support
L x W x H
70 x 24.5 x 116 mm
(2.76 x 0.96 x 4.57 inches)
Weight
108 grams (0.24 lbs)
without battery
OR
Call 949-608-2848 in the US.
TEMPERATURE
For international enquiries, please visit:
Unit
°C or °F
Indoor Range
Outdoor Range
Resolution
Comfort
-5 °C to 50 °C
-20 °C to 60 °C
0.1 °C (0.2° F)
20 °C to 25 °C
EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this Mirror Weather Station model
MR238 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the signed and dated Declaration
ofConformityisavailableonrequestviaourOregonScientificCustomerService.
Display
Sunny (day / night), partly cloudy
(day / night), cloudy, rainy, snowy
RELATIVE HUMIDITY
COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED
CH
Range
25% to 95%
1%
All EC countries, Switzerland
and Norway
N
Resolution
REMOTE UNIT (RTGR328N)
RF frequency
433 MHz
Range
Up to 30 metres (100 feet)
Approx. every 1 minute
1, 2, 3, 4 or 5
Transmission
Channel No.
Unit
°C or °F
RADIO-CONTROLLED CLOCK
Synchronization
Auto or disabled
HH:MM:SS
Clock display
Hour format
12hr AM/PM (MSF format)
24hr (DCF format)
Calendar
DD/MM or MM/DD;
Day of the week in 1 of 5
languages (E, G, F, I, S)
Alarm
2-minute crescendo
AC adapter
MAIN UNIT
Power adapter
THERMO / HYGRO REMOTE UNIT
Batteries
2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
NOTE It is recommended that you use alkaline batteries with this product for
longer performance.
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Mirror Weather Station
Model: MR238
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