La Crosse Technology WS-1516-IT User Manual

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PROFESSIONAL WEATHER CENTER
WS-1516-IT
Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Topic Page
Features 4
Setting up 7
Function keys 14
LCD Screen 16
Manual Setting 19
Time alarm setting 26
Weather alarm operations 27
Hysteresis 32
Weather forecast and weather tendency 33
Wind direction and wind speed measurement 37
Rainfall measurement 38
Viewing history data 39
Viewing the min/ max weather data 41
Switch On/ Off buzzer 50
Outdoor transmission 915 MHz reception 51
Positioning 53
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Care and Maintenance 57
Specification 58
Warranty Info 61
FAQ 63
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PROFESSIONAL WEATHER CENTER
WS-1516-IT
Instruction Manual
Congratulations on purchasing this state-of-the-art Professional Weather Center as an example
of excellent design and innovative technology. Featuring time, date, calendar, weather forecast,
wind direction and speed, rainfall, indoor temperature, outdoor temperature and outdoor humidity,
air pressure and various alarm settings for different weather conditions, this Weather Center will
provide you with extensive weather information and forecast.
INSTANT TRANSMISSION is the state-of-the-art new wireless
transmission technology, exclusively designed and developed
by LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY. INSTANT TRANSMISSION
offers you an immediate update (every 4.5 seconds!) (6.5
seconds for rain) of all your outdoor data measured from the
transmitters: follow your climatic variations in real-time!
This product offers:
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FEATURES:
Weather Center
 Time display (manual setting)
 12/24 hour time display
 Calendar display (weekday, date, month, year)
 Time alarm function
LCD
Stand
Battery
compartment
Hanging hole

La Crosse Technology WS-1516-IT Specifications

General

Brand	La Crosse Technology
Model	WS-1516-IT
Category	Weather Station
Display Type	LCD
Indoor Temperature Range	32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Outdoor Temperature Range	-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Power Source (Sensor)	2 x AA batteries
Transmission Range	330 feet (100 meters)
Power Source (Receiver)	3 x AA batteries
Temperature Resolution	0.1°F or 0.1°C
Humidity Range	1% to 99% RH

Summary

Detailed Product Features

Weather Data Measurement Capabilities

Comprehensive list of weather data measured and forecasting capabilities.

Unit and Measurement Settings

Temperature and Wind Unit Configuration

Rainfall and Pressure Unit Settings

Alarm and Forecast Configuration

Weather Tendency and Storm Alarm Setup

Setting sensitivity for weather forecasts and configuring storm warning alarms.

Weather Forecasting and Air Pressure Analysis

Weather Forecasting Icons and Indicators

Understanding weather forecast icons and tendency indicators on the LCD.

Minimum and Maximum Data Records

Viewing Min/Max Weather Data

How to view the recorded minimum and maximum values for various weather parameters.

Sensor Mounting and Placement Guidelines

Thermo-Hygro and Wind Sensor Mounting

Guidance on correctly mounting the outdoor Thermo-hygro and Wind sensors.

Rain Sensor Mounting and Care

Instructions for mounting the rain sensor and its maintenance.

Initial Setup and Battery Best Practices

Proper Restart Procedure

Step-by-step guide for performing a system restart after battery changes.

Program Menu Navigation and Basic Settings

Navigating the Setup Menu

Manual Time and Date Configuration

Guide for manually setting the current time, date, and 12/24 hour format.

Advanced Unit and Sensitivity Settings

Temperature, Wind, and Rainfall Units

Pressure and Tendency Sensitivity Settings

Alarm Functions and History Records

Display Interpretation and Troubleshooting

Detailed Unit and Calendar Settings

Calendar and Temperature Unit Setup

Wind Speed and Rainfall Unit Setup

Storm Warning and Alarm Configuration

Storm Warning Threshold and Alarm Control

Setting the threshold for storm warnings and enabling/disabling the alarm.

Manual Alarm Setting Procedures

Setting the Time Alarm

Detailed steps for setting the specific time for the alarm.

Alarm Operations and Data Viewing

Weather Alarm Operations Overview

Outdoor Temperature Alarm Settings

Configuring high and low outdoor temperature alarms.

Viewing Maximum/Minimum Weather Data

How to view the recorded minimum and maximum values for various weather parameters.

Humidity and Wind Speed Alarms

Outdoor Humidity Alarm Settings

Setting high and low outdoor humidity alarms.

Wind Speed Alarm Setting

Configuring the high wind speed alarm.

Data Behavior and Forecast Interpretation

Weather Forecast Icons and Tendency

Interpreting forecast icons and tendency indicators for weather changes.

Maximum/Minimum Data and Reset Procedures

Reception Checks and Sensor Positioning

Sensor Positioning Guidelines

Sensor Installation Specifics

Wind Sensor Installation Details

Rain Sensor Installation Details

Initial Setup and Battery Management

Battery Recommendations and Restart

Mounting Sensors and Setup Menu

Alarm Functions and History

Viewing and Managing History Data

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Outdoor Readings and Rain Issues

Diagnosing and resolving issues with outdoor readings and rain measurements.

Wind Sensor and Data Accuracy

Troubleshooting wind sensor accuracy and interference problems.

Data Reset and Alarm Control

Reception, Positioning, and Maintenance

Outdoor Transmitter Reception Check

Sensor Positioning and Maintenance

Sensor Installation and Specifications

Wind and Rain Sensor Installation

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications including measurement ranges and units for the weather station.

Warranty, Support, and Setup Guide

Quick Setup Guide and Restart

Step-by-step guide for initial setup and performing a system restart.

Battery Usage and Restart Procedure

System Restart Procedure

Step-by-step guide for performing a system restart after battery changes.

Sensor Mounting and Program Setup

Sensor Mounting Guidelines

Navigating Program Setup Menu

Alarm Functions and Data Management

Setting Time and Weather Alarms

Resetting Weather Data Records

Troubleshooting Display and Power Issues

Display and Power Source Problems

Solutions for blank displays, segmented numbers, and battery leakage.

Wind Sensor and Rain Accuracy Troubleshooting

Wind Sensor Accuracy and Interference

Troubleshooting wind sensor accuracy and interference problems.

Rain Sensor Accuracy Test

Data Management and Alarm Settings

Resetting Min/Max Data and Rainfall

Setting Time and Storm Alarms

How to set time alarms and configure storm warning alarms.

Advanced Alarm Configuration

Outdoor Temperature and Humidity Alarms

Wind Speed Alarm and Buzzer Control

History and Forecast Interpretation

Viewing Historical Data Records

Understanding Forecast Icons

Interpreting the meaning of sun, cloud, and rain icons for weather prediction.

Display Information and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Display Issues

Solutions for common display problems like blank screens or missing segments.

Weather Icon Meaning

Troubleshooting and Prevention

Display and Power Source Issues

Solutions for blank displays, segmented numbers, and battery leakage.