Z31055 - Weather Station AURIOL - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wireless Weather Station
Model	Z31055
Brand	Auriol
Indoor Temperature Range	0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Outdoor Temperature Range	-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Indoor Humidity Range	20% to 95% RH
Outdoor Humidity Range	20% to 99% RH
Wireless Range	Up to 100 m (328 ft) in open area
Radio Controlled Clock	DCF-77 (Central Europe)
Weather Forecast	Graphical symbols for sunny, cloudy, rainy, snowy
Barometric Pressure	Display with trend arrows
Moon Phase	Display with icons
Alarm	Programmable alarm with snooze function
Backlight	Blue LED backlight (adjustable brightness)
Display	LCD with large digits
Power Supply (Base Station)	2 x AAA batteries (1.5V) plus USB power adapter (optional)
Power Supply (Outdoor Sensor)	2 x AAA batteries (1.5V)
Dimensions (Base Station)	Approx. 160 x 100 x 25 mm
Dimensions (Outdoor Sensor)	Approx. 60 x 80 x 25 mm
Weight (Base Station)	Approx. 200 g (without batteries)
Weight (Outdoor Sensor)	Approx. 80 g (without batteries)
Care and Cleaning	Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use chemicals.
Safety Certifications	CE, RoHS compliant
Spare Parts Availability	Contact Auriol support for replacement sensors or accessories.
Repairability	Not user-serviceable. Refer repairs to qualified personnel.

Frequently Asked Questions - Z31055 AURIOL

How do I set up the weather station?

Insert batteries into the outdoor sensor first, then into the base station. The outdoor sensor should be placed within 100 meters of the base station. The base station will automatically search for the sensor signal and the DCF radio signal. Wait up to 10 minutes for synchronization.

Why is the outdoor temperature not showing?

Check that the outdoor sensor has fresh batteries and is within range. Ensure no large metal objects obstruct the signal. Press and hold the 'CH' button on the base station to manually rescan for the sensor.

How do I change the batteries?

For the base station, open the battery compartment on the back and replace 2 x AAA batteries. For the outdoor sensor, slide off the cover and replace 2 x AAA batteries. Always replace batteries in both units if the display becomes faint or erratic.

What does the weather forecast symbol mean?

The station predicts weather for the next 12-24 hours based on barometric pressure trends. Symbols include: sunny, partly cloudy, cloudy, rainy, and snowy. Note that forecasts are approximate.

How do I set the alarm?

Press and hold the 'ALARM' button for 3 seconds. The hour digits will flash. Use the '+' or '-' buttons to set the hour, then press 'ALARM' again to set the minutes. Press 'ALARM' once more to confirm. Press the 'SNOOZE' button to activate or deactivate the alarm.

Why is the time wrong?

The radio-controlled clock (DCF) synchronizes automatically. If the signal is weak, the time may be off. Try moving the base station closer to a window or away from electronic interference. You can also set the time manually by pressing and holding the 'TIME' button.

How do I reset the weather station?

Remove the batteries from both the base station and outdoor sensor. Wait 30 seconds, then reinsert batteries (sensor first, then base station). This will clear all settings and force a fresh synchronization.

Can I add extra outdoor sensors?

This model supports up to 3 outdoor sensors (included: 1). To add more, purchase compatible Auriol sensors and assign them to different channels (CH1, CH2, CH3) using the 'CH' button.

What is the backlight and how do I adjust it?

Press the 'LIGHT' button to turn on the backlight for 10 seconds. To adjust brightness, press and hold 'LIGHT' for 3 seconds and cycle through levels (high, medium, low). The backlight is only active when powered by USB adapter.

How do I clean the weather station?

Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the display and housing. Do not use abrasive cleaners or liquids. Ensure the outdoor sensor is cleaned gently to avoid damaging the sensors.

USER MANUAL Z31055 AURIOL

Operation and Safety Notes

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Introduction

Proper use ......Page 7

Description of parts and features ......Page 7

Technical data ......Page 9

Safety Page 9

General safety information ......Page 10

Safety instructions for batteries ....Page 11

Before initial use

General information Page 12

Preparing to use the outdoor sensor ......Page 13

Preparing the weather station for use ......Page 13

Weather station Page 15

External sensor Page 15

Setting the language/time zone/time/ date manually....Page 16

Displaying summer time ......Page 18

Calling up the 2 ^nd time zone ......Page 18

Setting the alarm time Page 18

Calling up the alarm times ......Page 19

Switching the alarm on / off Page 19

Using the snooze button ......Page 20

Displaying temperature ......Page 20

Calling up the minimum / maximum values ...Page 20

Displaying temperature trends ......Page 21

Battery state display Page 21

Replacing the batteries ......Page 22

Troubleshooting......Page 22

Cleaning and maintenance......Page 22

Declaration of conformity......Page 24

Radio-controlled weather station

- Introduction

Keep these instructions in a safe place. If you pass the product on to anyone else, please ensure that you also pass

on all the documentation.

- Proper use

The weather station displays the indoor and outdoor temperatures in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F) and their maximum and minimum values. The weather station also displays the time in 12 / 24-hour clock modes and the date. In addition, the weather station has an alarm function. The device is not intended for commercial use.

• Description of parts and features

LC display

1 Temperature trend (outdoor temperature)
2 Outdoor temperature
3 symbol (outdoor sensor)
4 MAX-/MIN display for indoor temperature
5 Temperature trend (indoor temperature)
6 Indoor temperature
7 symbol (weather station)
8 Time
9 Z^Z symbol (snooze function)
10 Seconds display

11 symbol
12 Day of the week display
13 Date display (day / year)
14 DST display (summer time)
15 symbol (Alarm 1 / Alarm 2)
16 2 ^nd time zone (ZONE)
17 MAX-/MIN display (outdoor temperature)

Weather station

18 Z ^Z /REGISTER button (snooze function/REGISTER)

19 SELECT button

20 SET / RESET button

21 ALARM button

22 CLOCK button

23 Hanging slot

24 Battery compartment

25 Stand

26 Screw (ø 4.5 mm)

27 Dowel (ø 7 mm)

Outdoor sensor

28 Control LED

29 Hanging slot

30 Battery compartment

31 Screw (ø 3 mm)

32 Dowel (ø 6 mm)

- Technical data

Weather station:

Temperature

measurement range: 0 - +50 °C

+ 3 2 - + 1 2 2 ^ ° F

Note: If the temperature is ≤ 0°C (32°F), the

LCD display shows "LL.L". If the temperature is

≥ 50 °C (122 °F), the LCD display shows "HH.H".

Temperature interval: 0.1 °C

Radio signal: DCF

Batteries: 2 x AA 1. 5V---

(included)

Outdoor sensor:

Temperature

measurement range: -20°C - +60°C

- 4 ^ ° F - + 1 4 0 ^ ° F

Note: If the temperature is ≤ -20°C (-4°F),

the LCD display shows "LL.L". If the temperature is

≥ 60 °C (140 °F), the LCD display shows "HH.H".

HF transmission signal: 433 MHz

HF transmission range: max. 30 metres over

open ground

Batteries: 2 x AA 1. 5V---

(included)

Safety

YOU SHOULD STORE ALL SAFETY INFORMA-TION AND INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE IN CASE YOU NEED TO REFER TO THEM AGAIN IN THE FUTURE!

General safety information

DANG RACING! LIFE AND ACCIDENT HAZ- ARD FOR TODDLERS AND

SMALL CHILDREN! Never allow children to play unsupervised with the packaging material. There is a danger of suffocation from the packaging material.

WARNING! DANGER TO LIFE! Batteries

can be swallowed, which may represent a danger to life. If a battery has been swallowed, medical help is required immediately.

Children or persons who lack the knowledge or experience to use the device or whose physical, sensory or intellectual capacities are limited must never be allowed to use the device without supervision or instruction by a person responsible for their safety. Children must never be allowed to play with the device. This is not a toy.
- Do not use the device in hospitals or medical facilities, as otherwise this may result in malfunctions of life-support systems.
- Do not expose the device to an extremely high electromagnetic field. This may impair the correct functioning of the device.
■ Please note that the guarantee does not cover damage caused by incorrect handling, non-compliance with the operating instruc-

tions or interference with the device by unauthorised individuals.

Safetyinstructions for batteries

■ Remove the batteries from the device if they are not going to be used for a prolonged period.

■ CAUTION! DANGER OF EX-

PLOSION! Never recharge batteries which are not rechargeable.

• When inserting the batteries, ensure the correct polarity! This is shown in the battery compartments.
  ■ Remove spent batteries immediately from the device. There is an increased danger of leaks!
• Keep batteries away from children; do not throw the batteries in the fire, short-circuit them or take them apart.
  ■ Always replace all the batteries at once.
  ■ Use batteries of the same type only. Otherwise there is a risk of an explosion.
  If the batteries have leaked inside your device, you should remove them immediately in order to prevent damage to the device!
• Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Any parts of the body coming into contact with battery acid should be rinsed off with copious amounts of water and / or a doctor contacted if necessary!

- Before initial use

- General information

CAUTION! When choosing where to position the weather station, make sure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight, vibrations, dust, heat, cold or moisture. Do not place the weather station or external sensor near to heat sources, e.g. radiators, as this may result in damage to the instruments.

Place the weather station on the accompanying stand 25.
☐ Do not place the devices near sources of interference such as television sets, computers, thick walls, thermopane windows etc. Otherwise the transmission of radio waves between the devices may be impaired.
☐ Please ensure that neighbouring devices are not operated at the same frequency of 433 MHz. Such devices may cause interference to the radio connection.
☐ Do not place the devices next to or on metal plates. Otherwise the quality of radio wave transmission may be reduced.

Radio signal (DCF):

The DCF signal (time signal transmitter) is made up of time pulses transmitted from one of the highest precision clocks in the world close to Frankfurt / Main in Germany – it varies by 1 second in 1 million years.

In ideal conditions, your weather station can pick up this signal over a distance of up to approx. 1,500 km around Frankfurt/Main.

● Preparing to use the outdoor sensor

Inserting the batteries:

☐ Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the outdoor sensor.
☐ Insert two 1. 5V--- batteries (AA) (included) into the battery compartment 30.

Note: Make sure you fit the batteries the right way round (polarity). This is shown in the battery compartment.

☐ The outdoor sensor is now ready for use and the control LED 28 illuminates briefly.
☐ Close the battery compartment cover.

● Preparing the weather station for use

Inserting the batteries:

☐ Open the battery compartment 24 on the back of the weather station.
☐ Insert two 1. 5V--- batteries (AA) (included) into the battery compartment.

Note: Make sure you fit the batteries the right way round (polarity). This is shown on the battery compartment (see Figs. C + E).

☐ Close the battery compartment cover.

Connecting the weather station with the outdoor sensor and the DCF radio signal:

After the batteries have been inserted, the weather station attempts to establish a connection with the outdoor sensor. This process can take a few minutes. The 🎨 symbol flashes. Once the

device has successfully connected to the external sensor, the 📌 symbol stops flashing and the temperature is shown in the LC display.

Note: If the weather station does not receive the signal from the outdoor sensor within 3 minutes, the weather station automatically starts with the reception of the radio time signal.

After successful reception of the outdoor sensor signal or after 3 minutes, the weather station starts with the reception of the radio time signal. This process can take up to 5 minutes and is indicated in the LC display by the flashing 🔒 symbol 11.

After successful reception of the DCF radio signal, the ⚙ symbol is displayed continuously in the LC display.

Note: Do not move the weather station while it is receiving the signal. Otherwise this could interfere with reception.

If synchronisation is not possible when the weather station is being first set up, try changing the location (e.g. place the weather station near to a window).

☐ If this does not work, carry out a restart, if necessary. To do this, press and keep pressed the Z^Z/REGISTER button [18].

Reception may be considerably reduced by obstructions (e.g. concrete walls) or sources of interference (e.g. other electrical devices).

If the reception of the radio signal continues to be interrupted, you can set the time and date manually (see "Setting the language / time zone / time / date manually").

Mounting the weather station and / or the outdoor sensor on a wall:

Note: You will require an electric drill and a crosshead screwdriver for this step.

⚠️ CAUTION! DANGER TO LIFE, RISK OF INJURY AND MATERIAL DAMAGE! Read

the operating and safety instructions for your drill carefully.

WARNING! DANGER TO LIFE! Take care

that you do not hit electricity, gas or water lines when you drill into the wall. If necessary, check with a pipe and cable detector before drilling.

● Weather station

☐ Mark the position of the hole ( approx. 7 mm) on the wall.

Drill the hole with an electric drill.

☐ Insert the dowet into the drilled hole.

Using a crosshead screwdriver, screw the screw 26 into the dowel.

☐ Hang the weather station by placing the hanger 23 on the screw.

External sensor

☐ Mark the position of the hole ( approx. 6 mm) on the wall.

Drill the hole with an electric drill.

Insert the dowel into the drilled hole.

Using a crosshead screwdriver, screw the screw 31 into the dowel.
☐ Hang the external sensor by placing the hanger 29 on the screw.

Note: Choose a sheltered position for the external sensor, not directly near the weather station (e.g. separated by a wall). Ensure that the external sensor does not come into contact with water or direct sunlight. Electronic devices may adversely affect the wireless signal reception.

- Setting the language / time zone / time / date manually

The reception of DCF radio signal where the weather station has been positioned may become degraded or interrupted. If this happens you can set the device manually.

1. Press and hold down the CLOCK button ²² for about 3 seconds.
2. Press the SET / RESET button20 to switch between the 12- and 24-hour clock display modes.

Tip: If you press and hold down the SET / RESET button, you accelerate the process and reach the desired value more quickly. This quicker method can also be used for making the following settings. If during a period of 30 seconds no buttons are pressed, the LC display returns automatically to the default display.

1. Press the CLOCK button to confirm your settings. The day of the week display 12 flashes.
2. Press the SET / RESET button to set the desired language: GE = German, FR = French, SP = Spanish, IT = Italian, EN = English).
3. Press the CLOCK button to confirm your settings. The time zone display flashes.
4. Press the SET / RESET button to set the desired time zone for time zone 2 (-12 hours to +12 hours).

Note: Should you be in a country in which the DCF signal can be received but the time is different to your current local time, you can use the time zone setting to have the clock display your current local time. If you find yourself in a country in which, for example, the local time is an hour ahead of Central European Time (CET), you set the time zone to +01. The clock is now still controlled by DCF but shows the time as one hour ahead of CET. If you wish to know what the time is in the USA for example, then simply by setting the time zone value to e.g. -10 you will obtain the current local time in Los Angeles etc.

1. Press the CLOCK button to confirm your settings. The hour display flashes.
2. Press the SET / RESET button to set the desired value.
3. Press the CLOCK button to confirm your settings.
4. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to set the values for, minutes, seconds 10, year and date 13 (month / day).

Note: The seconds display can only be reset to 00.

1. After this, the LC display returns to the default display.

- Displaying summer time

Summer time is indicated by the DST symbol 14 in the LC display. The weather station automatically detects from the DCF radio signal whether it is summer time or not.

- Calling up the 2^nd time zone

The default display shows the time zone according to the information provided by the DCF signal.

☐ Press the CLOCK button 22. The 2nd time zone 16 appears in the LC display.
☐ Press the CLOCK button again to return to the default display.

- Setting the alarm time

You can set two different alarm times.

1. Press and hold down the ALARM button ²¹ for about 3 seconds. Note: If an alarm time has been set before, then that previously set alarm time appears in the LC display. If not, then the display shows 0:00 or 12:00.

2. The hour display flashes. Press the SET / RESET button 20 to set the desired value.

3. Press the ALARM button to confirm your settings. The minute display flashes.

4. Press the SET / RESET button to set the desired value.

5. Press the ALARM button to confirm your settings.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to set the time for Alarm 2.

- Calling up the alarm times

☐ Press ALARM button 21 once or twice to call up the set time for Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 respectively.
☐ Press the ALARM button again to return to the default display.

● Switching the alarm on / off

☐ Press the SET / RESET button 20 once to activate Alarm 1. Press the SET / RESET button twice to activate Alarm 2. Press the SET / RESET button three times to activate Alarm 1 and Alarm 2.

Note: The symbol 🔊 or 🔒 appears in the LC display.

☐ The alarm signal sounds as soon as the set alarm time is reached. The alarm signal ceases automatically after a period of 2 minutes. ☐ Press the ALARM button 21 to switch off the alarm signal before it switches off automatically.

Note: The alarm signal sounds every day at the set time.

☐ Press the SET / RESET button three times to deactivate Alarm 1. Press the SET / RESET button twice to deactivate Alarm 2. Press the

SET / RESET button once to deactivate Alarm 1 and Alarm 2.

● Using the snooze button

☐ Press the Z^Z/REGISTER button 18 while the alarm signal is sounding to activate the snooze function.
☐ The alarm signal is silenced and the displays 🔒 or 🔒 and Z ^z flash.
☐ The alarm signal sounds again after approx. 5 minutes.
☐ Press the SELECT button 19 to deactivate the snooze function.

- Displaying temperature

The LC display shows the indoor temperature 6 and the outdoor temperature 2.

☐ Press and hold down the SELECT button for approx. 3 seconds. The °C display flashes.
☐ Press the SET / RESET button 20 to switch between the °C (Celsius) and °F (Fahrenheit) temperature scales.
☐ Press the SELECT button to confirm your settings.

- Calling up the minimum / maximum values

The weather station stores the maximum and minimum values of the outdoor sensor and of the weather station itself.

☐ Press the SELECT button 19 to display the maximum values of the indoor 4 and outdoor temperature 17.
☐ Press the SELECT button again to display the minimum values of the indoor and outdoor temperature.
☐ Press the SET / RESET button 20 while the maximum and minimum values, are being displayed to reset the values.
☐ Press the SELECT button, to return to the default display.

- Displaying temperature trends

After successfully connecting with the outdoor sensor, the weather station can display the temperature trend (outdoor) 1 and the temperature trend (indoor) 5.

You may see the following displays:

→ = The temperature is rising.
→ = The temperature is constant.
= The temperature is falling.

● Battery state display

The 3 and 7 symbols appear in the weather station's LC display if the batteries in the outdoor sensor or the weather station are weak. Make sure you replace the batteries at the earliest opportunity (see "Replacing the batteries").

● Replacing the batteries

□ Open the battery compartment 24 or 30.
□ Remove the exhausted batteries.
☐ Insert two new 1.5 V--batteries (AA) into the battery compartments.

Note: Make sure you fit the batteries the right way round (polarity). This is shown in the battery compartments (see Figs. C + E).

□ Close the battery compartments.

● Troubleshooting

Note: This appliance has delicate electronic components. This means that if it is placed near an object that transmits radio signals, it could cause interference. This could be, for example, mobile telephones, walkie talkies, CB radios, remote controls and microwaves.

☐ If the display indicates a problem, move such objects away from it or remove the batteries for a short while and then replace them.

● Cleaning and maintenance

☐ The device should only be cleaned on the outside with a soft dry cloth.
☐ Under no circumstances should you spray the outdoor sensor, e.g. with a garden hose. The outdoor sensor is only protected against rain from above.

- Disposal

The packaging is made entirely of recyclable materials, which you may dispose of at local recycling facilities.

Contact your local refuse disposal authority for more details of how to dispose of your worn-out product.

To help protect the environment, please dispose of the product properly when it has reached the end of its useful life and not in the household waste. Information on collection points and their opening hours can be obtained from your local authority.

Faulty or used batteries must be recycled in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC. Please return the batteries and / or the device to the available collection points.

Environmental damage through incorrect disposal of the batteries!

Batteries may not be disposed of with the usual domestic waste. They may contain toxic heavy metals and are subject to hazardous waste treatment rules and regulations. The chemical symbols for heavy metals are as follows: Cd = cadmium,

Hg = mercury, Pb = lead. That is why you should dispose of used batteries at a local collection point.

● Declaration of conformity

We, Milomex Ltd., c / o Milomex Services, Hilltop Cottage, Barton Road, Pulloxhill, Bedfordshire, MK45 5HP, UK, hereby declare under our sole responsibility that the product: Radio-controlled weather station, model no.: Z31055A / Z31055B, Version:10 / 2011, to which this declaration refers, complies with the standards / normative documents of 1999/5/EC.

Heaamerstirling

The complete declaration of conformity can be viewed at: www.milomex.com

EMC CE

Wstep

14 Prikaz DST (poletni čas)
15 A-simbol (alarm 1 / alarm 2)
16 2. časovna cona (ZONE)
17 Prikaz MAX / MIN (zunanja temperatura)

Vremenska postaja

Resolucija temperature: 0,1 °C

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Rádiový signál: DCF

Baterie: 2 x AA 1,5 V

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Heavenerstirling

c/o Milomex Services

Hilltop Cottage

Barton Road

Pulloxhill

Bedfordshire

MK45 5HP

UK

Model no.: Z31055A / Z31055B

Version: 10/2011

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