Oregon Slim Weather Box User Manual

Slim Weather Box
Model: BAR800 / BAR800A
USER MANUAL

OVERVIEW

FRONT VIEW

1. Indicate outdoor sensor reception status
2. Next 12 -24 hour weather forecast
3. Radio-controlled clock reception icon
4. Outdoor Temperature / Humidity
5. Indoor Temperature / Humidity
6. Clock with seconds/weekday and Calendar

BACK VIEW

1. Battery compartment
2. increase / decrease value of the setting; enable / disable clock reception
3. Wall mount hole
4. : Reset unit to default settings
5. MODE: Change display; set clock
6. °C / °F: Select temperature unit

REMOTE SENSOR

1. RESET: Reset unit to default settings
2. EU / UK Switch (RTGN318D sensor only)
3. Channel Switch
4. Double-sided adhesive tape
5. Wall mount hole
6. Battery compartment

GETTING STARTED

MAIN UNIT INSTALLATION

1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities.
3. Press RESET after each battery change.

NOTE:  Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine or fire.

LOCATION	MEANING
Clock / alarm area	Main unit batteries low
Outdoor sensor area	Sensor batteries low

REMOTE SENSOR INSTALLATION

1. Slide open the battery door.
2. Slide channel switch to channel 1.
3. Select EU/UK. (RTGN318D only)
4. Insert the battery, matching the polarities (+ / -).
5. Press RESET after each battery change.
6. Close the battery door.

ICONS	MEANING
	Main unit is searching for sensor(s)
	A sensor channel has been  found and logged on.
	No sensor found

NOTE:  If no sensor is found,  press   and  hold and  on the main unit.

NOTE:  After every sensor initialisation, the main unit may take up to 30 minutes to receive the time from the sensor.

7. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the wall mount hole or double sided adhesive tape.
For best results:
• Place the sensor within 30 m (100 ft) of the main unit.
• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.
• Position the sensor so that it faces the main 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/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.
TIP: The transmission range may vary depending on many factors. You may need to experiment with various locations to get the best results.

CLOCK

CLOCK RECEPTION

This product is designed to synchronize its clock automatically with a clock signal received from provided remote sensor.
To enable / disable signal reception:
Press and hold to enable to disable signal reception.

NOTE: The reception takes 2-10 minutes. If the signal is weak, it can take up to 24 hours to get a valid signal.

Clock signal reception indicator:

STRONG SIGNAL	WEAK / NO SIGNAL

NOTE:  Clock reception is dependent on the successful transmission of data from remote sensor. If   is displayed, press RESET on sensor and press and  on the main unit and  ensure sensor  has been successfully logged.

MANUALLY SET CLOCK

To set the clock manually, disable the clock signal reception first.
1. Press and hold MODE. 
2. Press to change the settings.
3. Press MODE to confirm.
The settings order is: time zone, 12/24 hr format, hour, minute, year, calendar mode (month – day / day – month), month, day and language. Time zone offset sets the clock  +/- 23 hours from the received clock signal time.

NOTE:  If you enter + 1 in the time offset setting, this will give you your local time plus one hour. If you are in the US (BAR800A) set the clock to:

NOTE:  The language options are English (E), German (D), French (F), Italian (I), and Spanish (S).
To select clock display mode:
Press MODE to toggle between clock with  seconds, clock with weekday and calendar.

WEATHER FORECAS

This product forecasts the next 12-24 hours of weather within a 30-50 km (19-31 mile) radius.

	Sunny
	Partially Cloudy
	Cloudy
	Rainy
	Snowy

TEMPERATURE

To toggle temperature unit: Press °C / °F.

RESET

Press RESET to return to the default settings.

SPECIFICATIONS

MAIN UNIT

REMOTE RF CLOCK THERMO HYGRO SENSOR

PRECAUTIONS

• Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust, temperature or humidity.
• Do not cover the ventilation holes with any items such as newspapers, curtains etc.
• Do not immerse the unit in water. If you spill liquid over it, dry it immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials.
• Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components. This invalidates the warranty.
• Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old batteries.
• Images shown in this manual may differ from the actual display.
• When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected separately for special treatment.
• Placement of this product on certain types of wood may result in damage to its finish for which Oregon Scientific will not be responsible. Consult the furniture manufacturer’s care instructions for information.
• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced without the permission of the manufacturer.
• Do not dispose old batteries as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.
• Please note that some units are equipped with a battery safety strip. Remove the strip from the battery compartment before first use.

NOTE: The technical specifications for this product and the contents of the user manual are subject to change without notice.
NOTE: Features and accessories will not be available in all countries. For more information, please contact your local retailer.

ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC

Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn more about Oregon Scientific products.
If you’re in the US and would like to contact our Customer Care department directly, please visit: www2.oregonscientific.com/service/support.asp
OR Call 1-800-853-8883.
For international inquiries, please visit: www2.oregonscientific.com/about/international.asp.

EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this Slim Weather Box (model: BAR800 / BAR800A) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of  Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the signed and dated Declaration of Conformity is available on request via our Oregon Scientific Customer Service.

COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED
All EU countries, Switzerland
and Norway

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the 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.
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: 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 installation. 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:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.\

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The following information is not to be used as a contact for support or sales. Please call our customer  service number  (listed on our website at www.oregonscientific.com), or on the warranty card for this product) for all inquiries instead.

We

Name:  Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95th Ave.,Tualatin, Oregon 97062 USA
Telephone No. 1-800-853-8883

declare that the product
Product No.: BAR800 / BAR800A
Product Name: Slim Weather Box
Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited
Address: Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,  Phase 1, 41 Man Yue St., Hung  Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Documents / Resources

Oregon Slim Weather Box [pdf] User Manual Slim Weather Box, BAR800, BAR800A