AcuRite 1036 - Manual

7 A B C SETUP 5-in-1 Sensor Setup 1 A-B-C Switch Set to match display unit 2 Install Batteries 4 AA Batteries 3 Rain Gauge Stabilizer Remove and discard Set the A-B-C Switch Locate the A-B-C switch inside the battery compartment. Set the A-B-C switch to A, B or C. You must select the same letter cho...

8 Display Unit Setup Set the A-B-C Switch The A-B-C switch is located inside the battery compartment. It can be set to A, B or C. However, you must select the same letter choices for both the sensor and the display unit in order for the units to synchronize. Plug Power Adapter into Electric Outlet W...

11 Placement for Maximum Accuracy AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of both the display unit and the sensor are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product. Display Unit Placement Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and...

12 5-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) off the ground in an open area. Higher is better for wind measurement- the National Weather Service recommends 33 feet (10 meters) high! MOUNTING OPTIONS The included mounting bracket is design...

13 PC Connect Overview PC Connect lets you access your Weather Center data in the following ways:• Data File : Display unit logs (or stores) data so that you can download it to a PC in a data file (CSV, or comma-separated values file).• PC Weather Widget : View data on your PC’s screen as a widget. ...

14 Download the PC Connect Software The PC Connect software is available online as a free download. An instruction manual for PC Connect is included (PDF file) when you download the software. Read the manual to learn how to setup PC Connect preferences and features. Download PC Connect software to y...

15 OPERATION Using the Professional Weather CenterLearning Mode Self-Calibrating Forecasting use a unique algorithm to analyze changes in pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude. After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At this p...

16 Additional Messages Include: NEW HIGH TEMPERATURE RECORDNEW LOW TEMPERATURE RECORDNEW WIND SPEED RECORD TODAYCURRENT RAINFALL RATECURRENT RAIN EVENT STARTED NO RAIN RECORDED SINCE ____WEATHER ALARM MESSAGESSENSOR BATTERIES LOWSENSOR SIGNAL LOST Adjust the Weather Ticker Speed 1. Press the “ ▲ “ o...

17 Customize Weather Ticker Messages Customize which messages you want to scroll across the WEATHER TICKER:1. Press the “ ” button to manually cycle through each message available.2. During the MANUAL REVIEW: PRESS the “ ” button to activate the current scrolling message. The corresponding “ ” appea...

18 Programmable Weather Alarms Each Selectable Weather Category features an alarm option. When an alarm sounds, the display unit emits audible beeping and flashes the affected category, its alarm settings, and any other relevant data. Some alarms can be customized to alert you when your programmed v...

19 = Alarm On = Alarm Off = Adjust Mode = Low Value = High Value Press to activate or deactivate an alarm.Press and hold to set or adjust an alarm value. ICON DEFINITIONS BUTTON FUNCTIONS Silence a Sounding Alarm The alarm sounds initially for a few minutes, then silences itself. The alarm then soun...

20 Problem Possible Solution No outdoor sensor reception no bars • Relocate the display unit and/or the 5-in-1 sensor. The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other. • Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet (.9 m) away from electronics that may interfere with the wireless communicat...

22 If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call (877) 221-1252 for assistance. Problem Possible Solution Cannot access data online or on the AcuRite mobile app • Confirm the status readout in PC Connect software on your PC in...

23 Care & Maintenance Display Unit Care Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a gentle puff of air. 5-in-1 Sensor Care Clean the Sensor Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caust...

24 3. Press the “ ▲ “ or “ ▼ “ buttons to calibrate the data value higher or lower from the actual reading. 4. Press the “ ” button to confirm the calibration adjustment. Note: The “ ” icon remains illuminated next to calibrated values. Calibrate the Rain Gauge The rain gauge on the 5-in-1 sensor ca...

26 At AcuRite, we proudly uphold our commitment to quality technology. Chaney Instrument Co. warrants that all products it manufactures to be of good material and workmanship, and to be free of defects when properly installed and operated for a period of one year from the date of purchase. We recomm...

©Chaney Instrument Co. All rights reserved. AcuRite is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co., Lake Geneva, WI 53147. All other trademarks and copy-rights are the property of their respective owners. AcuRite uses patented technology. Visit www.AcuRite.com/patents for details. Printed in...