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USER MANUAL MeteoClock SM1960 LEXIBOOK

Congratulations on your purchase of this weather station, MeteoClock® Pro SM1960. Please take the time to read and understand this manual so you can begin to enjoy the convenience and features this product has to offer. What exactly is a Weather Station? Lexibook digital stations measure not only the time in progress – thanks to their built-in-clock but also the actual and upcoming weather. The MeteoClock® Pro SM1960 incorporates the following functions: - Thermometer: The temperature is displayed in real time to the nearest tenth of a degree Celsius. Thanks to its wireless sensor, the weather station can detect from a distance the outdoor temperature or the temperature of another room. - Hygrometer: Outdoor or indoor hygrometry is expressed in percentage of humidity in the ambient air. The ideal ‘Comfort Zone’ for the human body ranges from 35 to 65% hygrometry for a given temperature between 18º and 24ºC. - Barometer: The station also monitors the atmospheric pressure in real time. It displays the weather forecast by means of animated icons (sun, clouds, rain...) and for the next 8 to 12 hours. - Anemometer: The wind speed and direction is measured by the anemometer sensor and transmitted to the main unit. The direction of the wind is displayed on a digital compass and the speed is given in km/h and mph. - Pluviometer: The rainfall is measured and recorded in the pluviometer; it can be displayed in mm or in inches by the main unit. A total record of the rainfall, for the last hour, for the day and for the day before can be displayed. Main unit layout See image A

1. MODE: to scroll through clock, alarm, altitude and temperature alarm (high & low) setting modes.

2. HOUR/+: to view the rainfall history; adjust clock, alarm, date & year, altitude and temperature alarm

3. MINUTE/-: to change the rainfall & wind speed unit, to adjust the clock, alarm, date, altitude & year

and temperature alarm values.

4. CHN: to scroll through remote channels Outside 1, Outside 2 and Outside 3); to scroll through local

and remote channels (Outside 1, Outside 2 and Outside 3) in (high & low) temperature alarm mode; to activate the learning procedure. To change the weekday setting in alarm mode and to toggle between Cº and Fº temperature display.

5. : to activate the backlight; to show Min and Max records; to toggle between 12 and 24 hour format,

to turn the alarm on and off; to disable (reset) high & low temperature alarms; to snooze the alarm; to set the altitude unit.

6. DCF/MSF RCC Switch

7. Wall-mount holder

1. Rain fall records in mm/inches.

2. Wind speed in km/h or mph.

4. Animated weather forecast symbols.

8. Moon phase display.Before you follow the steps below, make sure you have in hands the following items:

- Compass (not included) - 9 x AA batteries (all not included). - 10 screws (all included) Setting the anemometer sensor The anemometer is an individual sensor that transmits the wind speed and direction to the main unit.

1. To install it, see image F.

2. There are 3 methods to mount the anemometer (See image H).

Note: 4 plugs are provided to screw the anenometer's plate to a concrete or brick surface. Before mounting the anemometer, you must use a compass to align the “N” marking on the plate of anemometer so that it is facing north (see image I). The see the North marking, you must take out the windvane. This step must be performed so that the unit will indicate the correct wind direction. The wind speed on the main unit should read North if the main unit is properly installed.

3. Mount the anemometer as shown on image I.

Notes: Mount the anemometer safely in an open space where the wind can be easily measured. The location of installation should be as high as possible and without any obstacles nearby. - Make sure the anemometer is stable, levelled and that the wind cup and the wind vane are easily movable by the wind for better and more accurate readings. - When the anenometer’s batteries are low, the following indicator will be shown under the wind speed display: . Setting the rain gauge sensor The rain gauge is an individual sensor that transmits rainfall to the main unit and measures the total amount and rainfall history.

1. To install it see image G.

2. There are 3 methods to mount the rain gauge (See image H).

3. Mount the rain gauge as shown on image J.

10. Pressure historical graph.

12. Pressure reading.

13. Pressure trend symbol.

14. Outdoor temperature and humidity reading.

15. Outdoor temperature trend.

16. Indoor temperature and humidity reading.

17. Indoor temperature trend.

Remote sensor layout See image C

1. SET: to enter house code and channel setting mode.

2. C/F: change between °C or °F temperature display, to adjust the channel and house code.

3. Remote channel number.

3. Battery compartment

Rain gauge See image E

GETTING STARTED 26Setting the main unit Use your finger to lift the battery door located at the back of the main unit. If it proves difficult, use a flat screwdriver to lift it. Then, insert 3 AA batteries according to the polarity. Close back the battery compartment. The SM1960 is designed to automatically synchronize its calendar clock once it is brought within the reception range of a radio signal. If the clock is within the range of both the DCF77 and MSF radio signals, you can toggle between the 2 signals by sliding the DCF/MSF RCC key at the back of the unit, inside the battery compartment [6]. The main unit will display the outdoor temperature and humidity data transmitted from the sensor. If this is not the case, there might be interference in your neighbourhood. Please refer the paragraph above (interference). The main unit will also display the data collected from the anemometer and the rain gauge sensors. You are now ready to use your new weather station. Note: this step will take several minutes. LOW BATTERY INDICATION: If the batteries of the main unit are low, the following indicator will be displayed on the screen of the main unit below the inside temperature. When the main unit’s LCD display becomes dim, it indicates that the batteries are low and need to be changed. Automatic Learning Function

1. After batteries have been inserted in the remote sensor, rain gauge, anenometer and in the main unit,

the learning function is launched automatically and runs for approximately 3 minutes.

2. Within these 3 minutes, the main unit (receiver) picks up the temperature & humidity signals from the

remote sensor and displays the readings. Manual-Learning (Searching for Remote Signals) If a new remote sensor is added or if the signal is lost (outdoor display blinking), the learning function must be executed again.

1. Press and hold CHN [4] for 3 seconds to start.

2. A beep sound indicates that the learning function has started.

3. The 'arrow' symbol inside the outside temperature trend box will flash, and unit will beep as each

remote sensor is detected.

4. Temperature & humidity readings of the remote sensor and wind direction, wind speed & rainfall

readings are displayed on the main unit. Note: Auto/Manual Learn will not operate while the radio controlled clock is receiving DCF77 or MSF signals. Notes: The rain gauge measures the rainfall but does not collect any rain. So remember to put it in a location where the water can flow easily. To obtain accurate rain fall readings, there should be no obstacles (walls, trees, etc…) in the proximity of the rain gauge. When the rain gauge’s batteries are low, the following indicator will be shown under the rain fall display: . Setting the remote sensor

1. Pull off the detachable cover at the back of the remote sensor. Use a screwdriver to open the battery

door located at the back of the remote sensor unit. Insert 2 AA batteries according to the polarity. Close back the battery compartment and tighten the screw. The remote sensor will now display the outdoor temperature and humidity alternatively. To toggle between °C or °F temperature display, press the °C/°F key [2]. The SM1960 comes with one remote sensor. If you have not purchased additional sensors, you do not need any additional settings aside from inserting the batteries. Proceed to the next section. If you wish to set your main unit to more than one sensor or experience interference during the settings, please refer to section ‘Multiple sensor use’. Interference The house code is the frequency signal sent by the remote sensor to the receiver. If your weather station detects other signals from neighbouring sources, you need to set the remote sensor to a different house code (default setting = 1). After inserting the batteries, the house code will flash for 8 seconds. Select a house code (1-15) by pressing °C/°F [11] and then press SET [10]. The house code is the frequency signal sent by the remote sensor to the receiver. The remote sensors for each receiver must be set to the same house code. Multiple sensor use If you have purchased several remote sensors, you must set each of them to a different channel. The channel function allows the receiver to identify each remote sensor. Each receiver can receive up to 3 different remote channels. The channel will flash for 8 seconds after setting the house code. Select a channel (1-3) by pressing °C/°F [11] and then press SET [10]. Channel 1 is used for collecting data from outdoor and activating the weather forecast symbols. Low battery indication: If the batteries of the sensor are are low, the indicator will be displayed on the main unit below the outdoor temperature display. Note: If the sensor is exposed to very low temperatures for an extended period of time, the batteries may lose power which may cause the transmission range to be limited. High temperatures also reduce the battery performance. SM1960IM size : 110mm W x 105mm H English English

SETUP 28generally takes about 10 minutes, depending on the strength of the radio signal. During the reception of the RCC signal, the main unit will no longer update the data received from the outdoor remote sensor, the anenometer and the rain gauge.

3. The scan can also be triggered manually by holding the MINUTE/- key [3] for 3 seconds.

4. When the reception is complete, the Radio Tower symbol will stop blinking and remain solid. The

clock automatically scans the time signal at 02:07 everyday to maintain accurate timing. Notes:

• For an optimal reception, place the weather station away from metal objects and electrical appliances (i.e. television, computer, monitor, etc.) to minimize interference.

MANUAL CLOCK SETTING

1. Press and hold MODE [1] for 3 seconds to enter clock setting mode (the time will flash).

2. Press HOUR/+ [2] to set the hour and MINUTE/- [3] to set the minutes.

3. Press [5] during the clock settings to alternate between the 12 and 24 hour display.

4. Once the clock is set, press MODE [1] to accept the time settings. Upon pressing mode, the month

and date will flash.

5. Press the HOUR/+ [2] to set the month.

6. Press the MINUTE/- [3] to set the date.

7. Press MODE [1], the year will flash. Press the HOUR/+ [2] to move the year upwards and MINUTE/-

[3] to move the year downwards. Press MODE [1] to confirm all your settings. Notes:

• If you do not press any key for one minute, the clock will accept the last settings entered.

• February will have either 28 or 29 days. Your weather station will display the 29th day on bissextile years. Fixing your remote sensor and your receiver The receiver (main unit) has a wall mount holder and a tiltable stand. To use it with the stand, just put the main unit and the stand together by ‘clicking” the ball in the hole at the bottom of the unit, than put it anywhere you want on a flat and stable surface. To ensure a good transmission, the receiver should not be installed on, or near, a large metal surface. To fix the receiver on a wall, you need first to remove the stand, for that gently pull it, and then you can put it on a hook or nail on a wall. The remote sensor has a detachable cover with both a wall mount holder and a stand. To fix it on a wall, make sure the stand is not pulled out and fix the holder on a hook or nail. To put the remote sensor on a shelf or table, simply pull the stand out and make sure it is well secured and stable. To ensure a good transmission, the remote sensor should not be installed on, or near, a large metal surface. Before choosing the location of the remote sensor, test that the receiver can receive the signals. It is also recommended that the remote sensor is placed as close as possible to the receiver to eliminate any interference. Backlight The default state of the backlight is ON. To turn the backlight on, press . It will stay on for about 6 seconds. RADIO CONTROL CLOCK (RCC) The SM1960 is designed to automatically synchronize its calendar clock once it is brought within the reception range of a radio signal. There are 2 different radio signals: - DCF77 signal, for GMT +1 (France, Spain, Italy, Germany); - MSF signal, for GMT (UK, Ireland, Portugal). The DCF77 signal will be received if the main unit is within 1500 km of the Frankfurt atomic clock. Your main unit will be automatically synchronised with the MSF signal if located within the UK radio signal range.

1. If the clock is within the range of both the DCF77 and MSF radio signals, you can toggle

between the 2 signals by sliding the DCF/MSF RCC key at the back of the unit, inside the battery compartment [6].

2. The clock automatically starts scanning the RF 433MHz signal approximately 7 minutes after new

batteries are inserted in the main unit. Hence, it will begin after the learning process (see previous section). When receiving radio signal, the Radio Tower symbol starts to blink. A complete reception SM1960IM size : 110mm W x 105mm H English English

30Throughout the 28 days of the lunar month, the aspect of the moon changes. Indeed, the moon, being spherical, is always half lightened up by the sun. As the moon rotates around the Earth, the appearance of its lightened side changes continuously. This phenomenon creates moon phases. The moon phase on your MeteoClock® is automatically updated according to the year/ month/day. Moon Phase Display

1. Press CHN [4] to toggle between the data of your various remote sensors: Outside 1 (channel 1),

Outside 2 (channel 2) and Outside 3 (channel 3). Temperature and humidity readings will alternate on the receiver. Note: if you do not have any additional sensors, please disregard this function.

3. Use the key [5] to select the altitude (m & feet) units in altitude setting mode.

Press MODE [1] to confirm. Note: Since the default altitude is zero (sea level), after reset pressure display shows absolute pressure. To see the relative pressure, enter the altitude for your current location. Alarm Setting Scroll to alarm mode using MODE [1].

1. Press HOUR/+ [2] to set the hour.

2. Press MINUTE/- [3] to set the minutes.

3. Press [5] to toggle alarm on ( is displayed) and off.

4. Press CHN [4] to toggle between the activation day, it can be a particular day or a series of days.

5. When the alarm is set ON, the bell symbol will flash.

When Alarm Sounds a. will flash. b. Press [5] to repeat the alarm in 5 minutes. After that the alarm will sound again. c. Press ANY other key to turn the alarm sound off. If not manually interrupted, the alarm sound will automatically stop after one minute. SM1960IM size : 110mm W x 105mm H English English

Setting the height from sea level Once the synchronization process is complete and the time and date are set, you must enter the height (in metres) of the weather station from sea level:

1. Press MODE [1] until the altitude flashes.

2. Use the HOUR/+ [2] and MINUTE/- [3] keys to increase and decrease the altitude.

ALTITUDE SETTING4. Press [5] key continuously to scroll and select the high temperature alarm , low temperature alarm or disable the alarm function (blank).

5. Press MODE [1] to save your settings.

Outside temperature alarm

1. Scroll to temperature outside alarm mode by pressing MODE [1] 4 times repeatedly.

2. Press CHN [4] to select the channel of the desired transmitter.

3. The default value 14°C or existing preset will flash.

4. Press HOUR/+ [2] or MINUTE/– [3] keys to set the temperature limit value.

5. Press [5] key continuously to scroll and select the high temperature alarm , low temperature

alarm or disable the alarm function (blank).

6. Press MODE [1] to save your settings.

When the temperature alarm sounds The icon signals that the temperature has exceeded the preset temperature limit. a. Press any key to stop temperature alarm. b. If no key is pressed, the temperature alarm will automatically stop itself after one minute. Derived from the Greek word "anemos" (wind), an anemometer is a device measuring the velocity of the wind. The SM1960 anemometer also indicates the wind direction. The Beaufort Wind Scale is the international standard to measure wind speed. Sir Francis Beaufort of the British navy introduced this scale in the early 19th century by using the speed of a fully rigged sailing vessel to describe the wind speed. The table below illustrates the relationship between the Beaufort force and wind speed: Min and Max Temperature & Humidity Press [5] in clock mode to toggle between: maximum wind speed, maximum temperature, minimum temperature; maximum humidity record and minimum humidity record. Display HI & LO "Hi" and "Lo" displayed onscreen mean that the temperature or humidity is outside the range of specification. The trend indicator shows the trend of temperature & humidity determined by the particular sensor in the past half hour interval. You can set high temperature or low temperature alarms for one local channel and for one remote channel. Inside temperature alarm

1. Scroll to temperature inside alarm mode by pressing MODE [1] 3 times repeatedly.

2. The default value 14°C or existing preset will flash.

3. Press HOUR/+ [2] or MINUTE/– [3] keys to set the temperature limit value.

Beaufort Force Wind Speed Wind Speed Terms Indicators (KmPH) (MPH) used in forecasts 0 0-2 0-1 Calm Calm; smoke rises vertically. The sea is mirror-like. 1 2-5 1-3 Light Smoke drift indicates wind direction. 2 6-12 4-7 Light Wind felt on face, leaves rustle. 3 13-20 8-12 Gentle Leaves and small twigs in constant motion. 4 21-29 13-18 Moderate Raises dust, leaves and loose paper; small branches move. At sea, small waves 1-4ft (up to 1.2m) take form. 5 30-39 19-24 Fresh Small trees in leaf begin to sway; crested wavelets form on inland waters. At sea, 4-8ft (1 to 2.5m) waves. 6 40-50 25-31 Strong Large branches in motion; whistling heard in wires; umbrellas used with difficulty. At sea, 8-13ft (2.5-4m) waves. 7 51-61 32-38 Strong Whole trees in motion; inconvenience felt while walking against the wind. At sea, 13-20ft (4-6m) waves. 8 62-74 39-46 Gale Breaks twigs off trees; generally impedes progress. 9 75-87 47-54 Gale Slight structural damage, roofing dislodged, larger branched break off. High waves (20ft/6m), reduced visibility at sea. 10 88-101 55-63 Storm Seldom experienced inland; trees uprooted; considerable structural damage occurs. At sea, 20-30ft (6-9m) waves. 11 102-116 64-72 Storm Very rarely experienced inland; accompanied by widespread damage. Exceptionally high waves 30-45ft (9-14m). 12 117 or more 73 or more Hurricane Very rarely experienced; accompanied by widespread damage. At sea, waves over 45ft/14m, visibility greatly reduced.A rain gauge is a type of instrument which gathers and measures the amount of liquid or solid (snow, sleet, hail) precipitation over a set period of time. Having a rain gauge at home is extremely useful. For example, it can help you keep track of the amount of water your garden is getting or estimate what time of the year it is more likely to rain. Also, the amount of precipitation varies so much locally that your area might get a different level of rainfall than the one recorded at your local weather observatory. - The rainfall can be displayed in mm or inches, moreover it can show the rainfall record in total, at last hour, today, and yesterday. Change the display unit: Press Minute/– [3] to toggle between wind speed in mph with rain fall in inches and wind speed in km/h with rain fall in mm. Display the rainfall record: To display the last hour, today and yesterday’s accumulated rainfall: Press HOUR/+ [2] repeatedly to change the rainfall record. Press [5] during 3 seconds to set the accumulated rainfall values back to 0. Animated weather forecast symbols This weather station is capable of detecting barometric pressure changes, and based on the data collected, can predict the weather for the next 12 to 24 hours. The effective range covers an area of 30 – 50km. Storm Alert

• The storm symbol will flash to warn of a thunderstorm.

• It is activated when pressure falls/rises and temperature plunges. About Snow and Freeze Warning

• The snow symbol will flash to warn that it might snow.

• Activated when the temperature of Channel 1 is between -1.9 °C & +2.9 °C.

• The snow symbol will appear solid when the temperature of channel 1 falls below - 1.9 °C, and it is freezing. REMARKS:

• The remote sensor set at channel 1 displays the weather forecast icons (as well as the trend indication). Please place it outdoors.

• After having completed the settings of your weather station, please discard the readings of the weather forecast for the next 12-24 hours. This will allow sufficient time for the Weather Station SM1960 to operate at a constant altitude and therefore result in a more accurate forecast.

• Absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed regarding weather forecasting. The weather forecasting feature is estimated to have an accuracy level of about 75% due to the varying areas the Weather Station has been designed to be used in. SM1960IM size : 110mm W x 105mm H English English

Wind direction [3]: The long arrow (with arrow tip) indicates the current wind direction. The short arrow indicates the last wind direction. Changing the display unit: The wind speed can be displayed in km/h or in mph. Press MINUTE/– [3] to toggle between wind speed in mph with rain fall in inches and wind speed in km/h with rain fall in mm. Notes: - Data on the wind direction and speed is transmitted to the main unit every minute. - The wind direction may not be accurate in extreme weather (during tornadoes or other extreme conditions in which the wind is changing direction every few seconds).Pressure trend The trend pointer displayed indicates the trend of the barometric pressure. Indicates that the barometric pressure trend is increasing. Indicates that the barometric pressure trend is steady. Indicates the barometric pressure trend is decreasing. The bar graph lets you see the pressure trend over a period of 12 hours. Problem:

1. The main unit cannot receive radio control DCF-77 or MSF signals to update the clock.

2. The temperature measurements of the remote sensor and receiver do not match.

3. Temperature reading of outdoor remote sensor seems too high.

4. Receiver is no longer receiving remote sensor signals or display.

5. An abnormal operation has been observed and certain functions do not work.

6. The anemometer does not display the correct wind direction.

1. Place the clock away from metal objects or electrical appliances such as TVs, computers, monitors,

etc. Trigger the scan manually by holding the MINUTE/- key [3] for 3 seconds.

2. Wait for about 1-2 minutes to ensure the remote sensor and receivers are in phase. Otherwise,

re-synchronize receiver by holding CHN [4] for 3 seconds until a beep is heard. Make sure that no battery is low.

3. Ensure the remote sensor is out of direct sunlight, and away from sources of heat.

4. Repeat the learning procedures.

- Temperature may be below -30°C. - Batteries in remote sensor may need changing. - Move remote sensor closer to the receiver. - Make sure remote sensor is away from sources of electrical disturbance.

5. Reset the unit by replacing the batteries in both the transmitters and receivers.

6. Make sure you have aligned the north marking underneath the anemometer’s windvane with the

real North. SM1960IM size : 110mm W x 105mm H English English

Your weather station displays the existing atmospheric pressure in hectopascal (hPa). It is commonly acknowledged that a value of 1015 hPa is the limit between an anticyclone (good weather > 1015 hPa) and a low-pressure area (bad weather < 1015 hPa). ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE DISPLAYWeather Station Receiver SM1960 Battery Type: 3 X1.5V AA batteries Temp.Range: -20 C to +55 C Measurement Accuracy: +/- 1 C (Within measuring range of 0 to 40 C) Resolution: 0.1 C Humidity Range: 15% to 95% Measurement Accuracy: +/- 5% Resolution: 1% Weather Station Transmitter ASM20 Battery Type: 2 X1.5V AA batteries Temp. Range: -30 C to + 70 C Humidity Range: 15% to 95% Transmission Frequency: 433.92MHz Transmission Range: Up to 40 meters in open area. Weather Station rain gauge transmitter Battery Type: 2 X1.5V AA batteries Rain Volume Resolution: - 0.2mm Weather Station anemometer transmitter Battery Type: 2 X1.5V AA batteries Transmission Frequency: 433.92MHz Transmission Range: Up to 40 meters in open area. Wind Speed Range: 0km/h-127.5km/h Wind Speed Resolution: 0.5 km/h SM1960IM size : 110mm W x 105mm H English English

Additional sensors: Measure temperature and hygrometry in other places! - Upstairs - In baby's bedroom - In the basement - In the garden - In another room To order, phone the Lexibook office located in your country or browse www.lexibook.com ACCESSORIESWe, LEXIBOOK 2, Av de Scandinavie, 91953 Courtaboeuf Cedex Declare under our sole responsibility that the product Kind of product: Weather station MeteoClock® Pro Type number: SM1960 To which this declaration refers, complies with the essential requirements and any other provisions stated in Directive R&TTE (1999/5/EC) for all that applies to: RADIOFREQUENCY: EN 300220-1 (V1.3.1 2000-09), EN300220-3 (V1.1.1 2000-09) CEM (Electromagnetic compatibility): EN 301489-1 (V1.4.1 2002-08), EN301489-3 (V1.4.1 2002-08) Additional information: Certified laboratory being consulted: CETECOM Technical report available from: Lexibook, 2 avenue de Scandinavie, 91953 Courtaboeuf cedex Dated the 29th of March 2006 is suitable for use within the European Union member states. Denis Mauduit Quality Manager Copyright © 2006 LEXIBOOK® SM1960IM size : 110mm W x 105mm H English

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

English English In order to clean the unit, use only a soft cloth moistened with water; do not use any detergent product. Do not dismantle or drop the unit. Remove the batteries if the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time. MAINTENANCE NOTE: Please keep this instruction manual, it contains important information. This product is covered by our two-year warranty. To make use of the warranty or the after-sales service, please contact your retailer and supply proof of purchase. Our warranty covers material or installation-related defects attributable to the manufacturer, with the exception of wear caused by failure to respect the instructions for use or any unauthorised work on the equipment (such as dismantling, exposure to heat or damp, etc.). Lexibook UK Limited Unit 10 Petersfield Industrial Estate Bedford Road, Petersfield Hampshire, GU32 3QA United Kingdom For technical assistance call 0808 100 3015 Web: http://www.lexibook.com Environmental Protection Unwanted electrical appliances can be recycled and should not be discarded along with regular household waste! Please actively support the conservation of resources and help protect the environment by returning this appliance to a collection centre (if available). WARRANTYPresentación de la unidad principal Véase la imagen A

6. Interruptor DCF/MSF RCC.