Acu Rite Weather Radio 06017RM User Manual

Instruction Manual  
Display for 5-in-1 Weather Sensor  
model 06017RM  
Package Contents  
1. Display unit with tabletop stand  
2. Power adapter  
3. Instruction Manual  
This product requires an AcuRite 5-in-1 Weather Sensor (sold separately) to be  
operational.  
PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED  
TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE  
IMPORTANT  
PRODUCT REGISTRATION  
Register online  
to receive 1 year  
warranty protection  
Register a Product  
www.AcuRite.com  
Questions? Contact Customer Support at  
(877) 221-1252 or visit www.AcuRite.com.  
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
 
1. Peak Wind Speed  
20. Record Low  
Highest speed from past 60 minutes.  
Shown for current category selected  
on the display (#16).  
2. Wind Speed Alarm On Indicator  
21. Clear Button  
3. Average Wind Speed  
Deletes record low (#20) shown.  
of all speeds from past 2 minutes.  
22. Record High  
4. Pressure History Graph  
Current pressure on right with trend  
(Rising, Steady or Falling).  
Shown for current category selected  
on the display (#16).  
23. Clear Button  
5. Historical Barometric Pressure  
Deletes record high (#22) shown.  
Pressure reading 12 hours ago.  
24. Date  
6. Storm Alert Alarm On Indicator  
25. Current Month Total Rainfall  
26. All-Time Total Rainfall  
27. Rainfall Alarm On Indicator  
7. Weather Select  
Heat index, dew point, wind chill,  
indoor temperature / humidity, and  
rainfall rate (inches of rain per hour).  
28. Current Rainfall  
8. Weather Select Button  
Accumulates data during rainfall.  
Press to change the Weather Select  
category data being displayed.  
29. Learning Mode Icon  
Disappears after weather forecast  
self-calibration is complete.  
9. Clock  
10. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength  
11. Sensor Low Battery Indicator  
30. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast  
Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls  
data from your 5-in-1 sensor to  
12. Alarm On/Off Indicator  
generate your personal forecast.  
For Selectable Category (#16).  
31. Current Outdoor Humidity  
Arrow icon indicates the direction the  
humidity is trending.  
13. Programmable Alarm Setting  
14. “  
“ Button  
Activate alarm; press and hold to  
adjust alarm values.  
32. Outdoor Humidity Alarm On  
Indicator  
V
15. “ “ Button  
For setup preferences and category  
selection (#16).  
33. Outdoor Temperature Alarm On  
Indicator  
34. Current Outdoor Temperature  
Arrow icon indicates direction the  
temperature is trending.  
16. Selectable Category  
17. “  
“ Button  
For setup preferences.  
35. Previous 2 Wind Directions  
36. Current Wind Speed  
18. “T“ Button  
For setup preferences and category  
37. Current Wind Direction  
selection (#16).  
38. Momentary Backlight Button  
Lights display for 5 seconds (only  
applicable while on battery power).  
19. “ “ Button  
Press for all-time low and date  
recorded for current category  
selected on display (#16). Press twice  
for all-time high and date recorded.  
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Back of Display Unit  
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5. Clear Today  
BACK OF DISPLAY UNIT  
1. Backlight Dimmer Switch  
Adjusts display backlight settings:  
Off, low, medium, high  
Clears data recorded since 12:00am.  
6. Reset  
Full reset to factory defaults.  
7. Clear All  
2. Integrated Hang Hole  
Clears all data recorded.  
8. Battery Compartment  
9. Plugin for Power Adapter  
10. Power Adapter  
for easy wall mounting.  
3. Battery Compartment Cover  
4. A-B-C Switch  
ID code that must match 5-in-1  
sensor’s A-B-C switch to ensure  
units synchronize.  
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Display Unit Setup  
The display unit operates with batteries and/or power adapter. Regardless  
of the power source, it is recommended that batteries always be installed to  
ensure continuous operation (and retain records) in case of a power outage.  
Set the A-B-C Switch  
Install or Replace Backup  
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Batteries (optional)  
The A-B-C switch is located inside  
the battery compartment. It can  
be set to A, B or C. However,  
you must select the same letter  
choices for both the sensor and  
the display unit in order for the  
units to synchronize.  
Insert 3 x AA alkaline batteries  
into the battery compartment,  
as shown. Follow the polarity  
(+/-) diagram in the battery  
compartment.  
Plug-in Power Adapter  
2
For the best performance, plug  
in the power adapter as the main  
power source for this product.  
Install Backup  
3
Batteries  
(optional)  
3 AA Batteries  
A B C  
A-B-C Switch  
set to match  
sensor  
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Plug in Power  
Adapter  
2
IMPORTANT: Batteries are  
a backup power source to  
preserve records in the event  
of a power outage. Power  
adapter is recommended as the  
primary power source to enjoy  
the full functionality of this  
product.  
PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE  
WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.  
BATTERY SAFETY: Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be  
used for an extended period of time. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. Promptly remove dead batteries from the device. Dispose of used  
batteries properly. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire,  
as batteries may explode or leak. DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries (alkaline/standard). DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. DO NOT recharge  
non-rechargeable batteries. DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals.  
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Set the Time & Date  
The clock and calendar are utilized to time stamp history records and other  
data, so it is important to set the time and date soon after you power on the  
display unit.  
Set the Time  
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons  
until “SET CLOCK?” is displayed on the  
Selectable Category part of the display unit.  
2. Press the “ ” button to set the clock.  
3. Press the up or down arrows to adjust the  
hour. Note the “AM” and “PM” indicators.  
4. Press the “ ” button to confirm hour  
selection.  
5. Press the up or down arrows to adjust  
minutes.  
6. Press the “ ” button to confirm minute  
selection.  
The clock is now set.  
Set the Date  
Note: The “ ” stays in  
Selectable Categories,  
even after setup.  
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons until  
“SET DATE?” is displayed on the Selectable  
Category part of the display unit.  
2. Press the “ ” button to set the date.  
3. Press the up or down arrows to adjust the  
month.  
4. Press the “ ” button to confirm month  
selection.  
5. Press the up or down arrows to adjust the  
day.  
6. Press the “ ” button to confirm day  
selection.  
7. Press the up or down arrows to adjust the  
year.  
8. Press the “ ” button to confirm year  
selection.  
The date is now set.  
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Select Measurement Units  
To select between standard units (mph, ºF, etc.) or  
metric units (kph, ºC, etc.):  
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons until  
“SET UNITS?” is displayed on the Selectable  
Category part of the display unit.  
2. Press the “  
” button to set the unit preference.  
3. Press the up or down arrows to select “STAND”  
for standard or “METRIC” for metric units.  
4. Press the “ ” button to confirm your selection.  
5. Next, you will see “WIND MPH”. Press the up  
or down arrows to select MPH, KPH, or KNOTS  
for wind speed units.  
6. Press the “ ” button to confirm your selection.  
Units are now set.  
Placement for Maximum Accuracy  
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper  
placement of both the display unit and the sensor are critical to the accuracy  
and performance of this product.  
Display Unit Placement  
Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust. To  
ensure accurate temperature measurement, place out of direct  
sunlight and away from heat sources or vents. Display unit stands  
upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.  
Important Placement Guidelines  
Display unit and sensor must be within 330 feet (100 m) of each other.  
MAXIMIZE WIRELESS RANGE  
Place units away from large metallic items, thick walls, metal surfaces, or other  
objects that may limit wireless communication.  
PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE  
Place both units at least 3 feet (.9 m) away from electronic devices (TV,  
computer, microwave, radio, etc.).  
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OPERATION  
Using the Professional Weather Center  
Learning Mode  
Self-Calibrating Forecasting use a unique algorithm to analyze changes in  
pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude.  
After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At  
this point, the self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and the unit is  
ready for superior weather prediction.  
Weather Forecast  
AcuRite’s patented Self-Calibrating Forecasting provides your personal forecast  
of weather conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours by collecting data from  
the sensor in your backyard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint accuracy -  
personalized for your exact location.  
RAIN  
LIKELY  
PARTLY  
CLOUDY  
MOSTLY  
CLOUDY  
SNOW  
LIKELY  
RAIN/SNOW  
MIX LIKELY  
CLOUDY  
(flashing=stormy)  
(flashing=stormy)  
Barometric Pressure  
Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly affect the weather. This weath-  
er forecaster displays the current pressure, direction it’s trending (FALLING,  
STEADY, or RISING) and a pressure chart. The chart tracks and displays the  
change in pressure so you can monitor the rate of change over time.  
Rainfall Event  
The rainfall feature tracks rain accumulation over all-time, the current month,  
and current rainfall event. Current event clears when no rain registers for 8  
hours OR no rain registers for 1 hour and pressure rises by .03inhg or more.  
Programmable Weather Alarms  
Each Selectable Weather Category features an alarm option. When an  
alarm sounds, the display unit emits an audible beep and flashes the affected  
category, its alarm settings, and any other relevant data.  
Some alarms can be customized to alert you when your programmed value is  
reached. Alarms include: outdoor temperature, outdoor humidity, wind speed,  
heat index, dew point, wind chill, indoor temperature and indoor humidity.  
The rain alarm does not require a preset numerical value, but instead sounds as  
soon as rain is recorded. Similarly, the storm alarm sounds when a large atmo-  
spheric pressure drop occurs, which usually indicates an oncoming storm. Note:  
The storm alarm is NOT intended to be a safety device or warning system.  
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Set a Weather Alarm  
1. Choose the weather category for which you wish to set an alarm by  
pressing the up or down arrow buttons until the category is displayed on the  
Selectable Category part of the display unit.  
2. To program a value (only applies to alarms that require a value), press  
AND HOLD the “  
” button until the “SET” indicator appears in the area  
of the display labeled “ALARM” (left of the selected weather category) and  
the alarm setting flashes.  
3. Adjust the alarm value by pressing the up or down arrow buttons.  
4. Press the “  
” button to confirm a value.  
5. Next, press the “  
” button to activate the alarm. The alarm ON indicator  
will highlight on the display.  
Alarm is now programmed and turned on.  
To set or adjust an alarm value:  
Press and hold “  
To activate or deactivate an alarm:  
Press “  
Silence a Sounding Alarm  
The alarm sounds initially for a few minutes, then silences itself. The alarm then  
sounds every few minutes afterwards until one of the following happens:  
1. “SNOOZE” - Press any button. Alarm silences, but sounds again if the alarm  
condition reoccurs.  
2. Turn the alarm “OFF” - Deactivates the alarm.  
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Care & Maintenance  
Display Unit Care  
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep away  
from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a gentle puff of air.  
Calibration  
Calibrate Temperature & Humidity  
The indoor / outdoor temperature and humidity readings can be calibrated on the  
display unit to improve accuracy. Calibration improves accuracy when 5-in-1 sensor  
placement or environmental factors impact your data accuracy.  
1. Choose the weather category you wish to calibrate by pressing the up or down  
arrow buttons until the category is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the  
display unit.  
2. Press AND HOLD the up and down arrow buttons and the “ ” button all at the  
same time for 15-20 seconds.  
• The display unit beeps, and all display data is hidden except for the value being  
calibrated.  
• “CAL” (calibrate) and arrows appear next to the value being calibrated.  
3. Press the up or down arrow buttons to calibrate the data value higher or lower from  
the actual reading.  
4. Press the “ ” button to confirm the calibration adjustment. Note: The “CAL” icon  
remains illuminated next to calibrated values.  
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Specifications  
TEMPERATURE RANGE  
Outdoor: -40ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC  
Indoor: 32ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC  
Outdoor: 1% to 99%  
HUMIDITY RANGE  
WIND SPEED  
Indoor: 16% to 98%  
0 to 99 mph; 0 to 159 kph  
WIND DIRECTION  
INDICATORS  
16 points  
RAINFALL  
0 to 99.99 in; 0 to 9999 mm  
330 ft / 100 m depending on home construction materials  
433 MHz  
WIRELESS RANGE  
OPERATING FREQUENCY  
POWER  
Display: 5vdc, 100mA power adapter  
3 x AA alkaline batteries (optional)  
Sensor: 4 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries  
DATA REPORTING  
Wind Speed: 18 second updates; Direction: 30 seconds  
Outdoor temperature & humidity: 36 second updates  
Indoor temperature & humidity: 60 second updates  
If your AcuRite product does not operate properly,  
FCC Information  
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
1- This device may NOT cause harmful interference, and  
2- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment  
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause  
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal-  
lation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment.  
Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.  
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause interference, and  
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.  
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Limited One Year Warranty  
At AcuRite, we proudly uphold our commitment  
to quality technology. Chaney Instrument Co.  
warrants that all products it manufactures to  
be of good material and workmanship, and to  
be free of defects when properly installed and  
operated for a period of one year from the  
date of purchase.  
not be breached, and Chaney will give no credit for products  
it manufactures which have received normal wear and tear,  
been damaged (including by acts of nature), tampered, abused,  
improperly installed, damaged in shipping, or repaired or altered  
by others than authorized representatives of Chaney.  
The above-described warranty is expressly in lieu of all other  
warranties, express or implied, and all other warranties are  
hereby expressly disclaimed, including without limitation the  
implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty  
of fitness for a particular purpose. Chaney expressly disclaims  
all liability for special, consequential or incidental damages,  
whether arising in tort or by contract from any breach of this  
warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation  
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation  
or exclusion may not apply to you. Chaney further disclaims all  
liability from personal injury relating to its products to the extent  
permitted by law. By acceptance of any of Chaney’s products,  
the purchaser assumes all liability for the consequences arising  
from their use or misuse. No person, firm or corporation is  
authorized to assume for Chaney any other liability in connection  
with the sale of its products. Furthermore, no person, firm or  
corporation is authorized to modify or waive the terms of this  
paragraph, and the preceding paragraph, unless done in writing  
and signed by a duly authorized agent of Chaney. This warranty  
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights  
which vary from state to state.  
We recommend that you visit us at  
register your product. However, product  
registration does not eliminate the need to  
retain your original proof of purchase in order  
to obtain warranty benefits.  
Chaney Instrument Co. warrants that all products it  
manufactures to be of good material and workmanship, and to be  
free of defects when properly installed and operated for a period  
of one year from the date of purchase. Remedy for breach of  
this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective  
item(s). Any product which, under normal use and service, is  
proven to breach the warranty contained herein within ONE YEAR  
from date of sale will, upon examination by Chaney, and at its  
sole option, be repaired or replaced by Chaney. Transportation  
costs and charges for returned goods shall be paid for by  
the purchaser. Chaney hereby disclaims all responsibility for  
such transportation costs and charges. This warranty will  
For in-warranty claims:  
Chaney Instrument Co. | 965 Wells St. | Lake Geneva, WI 53147  
It’s More than Accurate, it’s  
AcuRite offers an extensive assortment of precision instruments,  
designed to provide you with information you can depend on to  
Plan your day with confidence.  
www.AcuRite.com  
©Chaney Instrument Co. All rights reserved. AcuRite is a registered trademark of  
the Chaney Instrument Co., Lake Geneva, WI 53147. All other trademarks and copy-  
rights are the property of their respective owners. AcuRite uses patented technology.  
Printed in China  
06017RM INST 102214  
 

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