La Crosse Technology 308-1409BTV4 User Manual

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308-1409BTV4-308-1409WTV4 FAQS
We are weather enthusiasts like you and know proper running equipment is important. These FAQS
provide valuable information on setup, positioning, and troubleshooting your station.
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CONTENTS
308-1409BTv4-308-1409WTv4 FAQS ............................................................................................................................. 1
Contents .............................................................................................................................................................................. 1
GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................................. 1
BATTERIES: What do I need to know about batteries? ............................................................................................... 1
BATTERIES: What do the battery icons mean? ............................................................................................................. 2
Station ................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
What are the power requirements?................................................................................................................................. 2
Will these station work in other countries? .................................................................................................................... 2
SETUP: How do I setup my station? ............................................................................................................................... 2
Position Station ................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Position Sensor ................................................................................................................................................................... 2
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TIME: Does my station have Atomic Time? ................................................................................................................... 3
How do I manually set the time? ..................................................................................................................................... 3
Does this station have 12 hour and 24 hour time options? ......................................................................................... 4
How do I Switch from Fahrenheit to Celsius? ................................................................................................................ 4
FACTORY RESET: How do I factory reset my station? ................................................................................................. 4
How do I View HI/LO Records? ....................................................................................................................................... 4
GENERAL INFORMATION
BATTERIES: WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BATTERIES?
• Good fresh batteries are important for best performance in your sensors and as backup in your
station.
• Batteries with an expiration date of 2029, were manufactured in 2019.
• We recommend batteries with an expiration date no more than 6 years in advance of the current
year for best performance.
• A minimum voltage of 1.48 v per battery is required for best performance.
• Lithium batteries may be used in outdoor sensors. Alkaline batteries for the station.

La Crosse Technology 308-1409BTV4 Specifications

General

Brand	La Crosse Technology
Model	308-1409BTV4
Category	Thermometer
Language	English

Summary

General Information

Batteries: What Do I Need to Know About Batteries?

Information on battery types, expiration dates, voltage requirements, and usage recommendations for optimal station performance.

Batteries: What Do the Battery Icons Mean?

Guidance on interpreting battery indicator icons for the outdoor sensor and the main station to determine replacement needs.

Station Setup and Positioning

Station Power Requirements

Details the specific battery types and quantities required for the operation of the station.

Station Country Compatibility

Confirms that the station and its sensors are designed to work together in any geographical location.

Station Setup Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for installing batteries and adjusting time/date settings on the main weather station.

Station Placement

Recommendations for positioning the main station unit for optimal reception and performance, avoiding interference.

Sensor Placement

Guidelines for mounting the outdoor sensor to ensure accurate temperature and humidity readings, considering environmental factors.

Time and Measurement Settings

Atomic Time Functionality

Clarifies that the station does not feature atomic time synchronization and requires manual time setting.

Manual Time Setting

Detailed steps on how to navigate the settings menu to manually adjust the time and date on the station.

Time Format Options

Information on selecting between 12-hour and 24-hour time display formats within the station's programming menu.

Temperature Unit Switching

Instructions on how to toggle the temperature display between Fahrenheit and Celsius using the dedicated button.

Troubleshooting and Records

Factory Reset Procedure

Comprehensive steps to restore the station to its original factory settings, including a power-off and button-press sequence.

Viewing and Resetting Records

Guidance on accessing high/low temperature records and the procedure for resetting these historical readings.