Weather Forecast Station with Atomic Time Model: BAR206 / BAR206A

USER MANUAL

CONTENTS
Overview... 2 Front View.. 2 Back View.. 2 Remote Sensor.. 3 Getting Started... 3 Insert Batteries... 3 Remote Sensor... 3 Sensor Data Transmission.. 4 Clock... 4 Clock Reception.. 4 Manually Set Clock.. 5 Weather Forecast.. 5 Temperature And Humidity.. 6 Ice Warning... 6 Backlight... 6 Reset... 6 Precautions... 6 Specications.. 7 About Oregon Scientic.. 7 EU-Declaration of Conformity.. 7 FCC Statement... 7 Declaration of Conformity.. 8 1
OVERVIEW FRONT VIEW (FIG 1)

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/ : Increase / decrease setting; activate / deactivate clock reception signal Outdoor temperature Weather forecast Clock with weekday MEM: View current, maximum and minimum temperature / humidity Ice alert LED indicator

BACK VIEW (FIG 2)

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Remote sensor reception indicator Indoor temperature Indoor humidity Clock signal reception indicator MODE: Change settings / display LIGHT: Activate backlight for 5 seconds
1. C / F: Select temperature unit 2. RESET: Reset unit to default settings 3. EU / UK: Select the nearest radio signal (BAR206 only)
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities (see FIG 2). 3. Press RESET after each battery change. LOCATION Clock / alarm and indoor temperature area Outdoor temperature area MEANING Main unit batteries low Sensor batteries low

REMOTE SENSOR (FIG 3)

REMOTE SENSOR
The main unit can collect data from up to 3 sensors. To set up the sensor: 1. Open the battery compartment (see FIG 3). 2. Select a channel then press RESET. 3. Close the battery door. 4. Place the sensor within 30 m (98 ft) of the main unit using the table stand or wall mount. TIP Ideal placements for the sensor would be in any location on the exterior of the home at a height of not more than 1.5 m (5 ft) and which can shield it from direct sunlight or wet conditions for an accurate reading.

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LED status indicator Wall mount hole Battery compartment RESET hole CHANNEL switch
GETTING STARTED INSERT BATTERIES
1. Remove the battery compartment. 3
A channel has been found. The sensor cannot be found. TIP The transmission range may vary depending on many factors. You may need to experiment with various locations to get the best results.

1.5 m (5 ft)

CLOCK CLOCK RECEPTION
Use alkaline batteries for longer usage and consumer grade lithium batteries in temperatures below freezing. This product is designed to synchronize its clock automatically with a clock signal. BAR206: Slide EU / UK to select the signal received. EU: DCF-77 signal: within 1500 km (932 miles) of Frankfurt, Germany. UK: MSF-60 signal: within 1500 km (932 miles) of Anthorn, England. BAR206A: WWVB-60 signal: within 3200km (2000 miles) of Fort Collins Colorado. To enable / disable signal reception: Press and hold to enable or to disable signal reception. 4

SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION

To search for a sensor: Press and hold + MODE. The sensor reception icon in the remote sensor area shows the status: ICON DESCRIPTION Main unit is searching for sensor(s).
Reception takes 2-10 minutes. If the signal is weak, it can take up to 24 hours to get a valid signal. If signal reception is unsuccessful, place your unit next to a window, press and hold to force another signal search. Clock signal reception indicator: STRONG SIGNAL WEAK SIGNAL NO SIGNAL
To select display mode: Press MODE to choose between clock with seconds / weekday / calendar.

WEATHER FORECAST

This product forecasts the next 12 to 24 hours of weather within a 30-50 km (19-31 mile) radius with a 75% accuracy. Sunny

MANUALLY SET CLOCK

To set the clock manually, disable the signal reception rst. 1. Press and hold MODE. 2. Press or to change the settings. 3. Press MODE to conrm. 4. The settings order is: time zone, 12/24 hr format, hour, minute, year, calendar mode (day month / month day), month, day and language. BAR206: Time zone offset sets the clock +/- 23 hours from the received clock signal time. BAR206A: Select the time zone: (P) Pacic, (E) Eastern, (C) Central or (M) Mountain. The language options are English (E), German (D), French (F), Italian (I), and Spanish (S). 5

Partially Cloudy

Cloudy

TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY

To toggle temperature unit: Press C / F. To auto-scan between sensors: + MEM to display each sensors data Press and hold for 3 seconds. To end press. To toggle between current, minimum and maximum records for the selected sensor: Press MEM repeatedly. To clear the records: Press and hold MEM.

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 units 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 nish for which Oregon Scientic 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 rst use.

ICE WARNING

If the channel 1 sensor falls between 3C to -2 C (37F to 28F), LED indicator will ash, and will stop ashing once the temperature is out of this range.

BACKLIGHT

Press LIGHT to activate backlight for 5 seconds.
Press RESET to return to the default settings. 6
The technical specications for this product and the contents of the user manual are subject to change without notice.

SPECIFICATIONS

TYPE MAIN UNIT LxWxH DESCRIPTION
com/service/support OR Call 1-800-853-8883. For international inquiries, please visit: oregonscientic.com/about/international www2.
94 x 49 x 164 mm (3.70 x 1.93 x 6.46 in) Weight 241 g (8.5 oz) without battery Temperature range -5C to 50C (23F to 122F) Resolution Signal frequency Humidity range Power 0.1C (0.2F) 433 MHz 25% - 95% 3 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5 V batteries
EU-DECLARTION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Oregon Scientic, declares that this Weather Forecast Station with Atomic Time (Model: BAR206 / BAR206A) 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 Scientic Customer Service.
Humidity resolution 1% REMOTE UNIT (THN132N) LxWxH 96 x 50 x 22 mm (3.78 x 1.97 x 0.87 in) Weight 62 g (2.22 ounces) Transmission range 30 m (98 ft) unobstructed Temperature range -20C to 60C (-4F to 140F) Power 1 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5 V batteries
COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED All EC countries,Switzerland CH and Norway N

ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC

Visit our website (www.oregonscientic.com) to learn more about Oregon Scientic products. If youre in the US and would like to contact our Customer Care department directly, please visit: www2.oregonscientic. 7

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 modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users 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: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and 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. 8

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following information is not to be used as contact for support or sales. Please call our customer service number (listed on our website at www.oregonscientic. com, or on the warranty card for this product) for all inquiries instead. We Name: Address: Telephone No.: Oregon Scientic, Inc. 19861 SW 95th Ave.,Tualatin, Oregon 97062 USA 1-800-853-8883
declare that the product Product No.: BAR206 / BAR206A Product Name: Weather Forecast Station with Atomic Time 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.
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