Long-Range Multi-Channel In-Out Thermometer with Cable Free

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Long-Range Multi-Channel
In-Out Thermometer
with Cable Free Sensor and RF Clock
MAIN FEATURES: MAIN UNIT
MODEL: RMR183/RMR183U
USER'S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the RMR183/RMR183U
Long-Range (60 meters) Multi-Channel In-Out Thermometer with
433MHz cable free sensor and radio-controlled calendar clock.
The basic package comes with a main unit, which is the temperature
and calendar clock station, and a remote unit, the thermo sensor.
The main unit has a large display for indoor temperature,
calendar clock and temperatures collected and transmitted by the
remote unit. The main unit can support up to three remote units.
The main unit is capable of keeping track of the maximum and
minimum temperature of different sites. No wire installation is
required as the RMR183/RMR183U operates at 433MHz.
As for the calendar clock, it is radio-controlled. It automatically
synchronizes its current time and date when it is brought within
an approximate 1500km radius of the radio signal generated from
Frankfurt, Germany (DCF77) (or Radio signal MSF-60 from
Rugby, England for UK version).
You can also set the calendar clock manually when it is off range.
Other features include five-language display, crescendo daily
alarm and interchangeable display modes.
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L [ ] BUTTON
Advances the value of a setting
A FOUR - LINE LCD DISPLAY
Facilitates easy reading of remote and indoor temperatures and
calendar clock
M [ ] BUTTON
Decreases the value of a setting
] RADIO - RECEPTION SIGNAL
B [
Indicates the condition of radio reception
N [RESET] BUTTON
Returns all settings to default values
C TEMPERATURE TREND INDICATOR
Indicates the trend of temperature changes
O °C/°F SLIDE SWITCH
Selects between degree Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
D [
] BATTERY - LOW INDICATOR
(REMOTE SENSOR)
Activates when the remote-sensor battery is low
P BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates two (2) UM-3 or “AA” size 1.5V batteries
E [
] BATTERY - LOW INDICATOR
Activates when the battery of main unit is low
Q REMOVABLE TABLE STAND
For standing the main unit on a flat surface
] ALARM - ON ICON
F [
Appears when the alarm is activated
R WALL - MOUNT HOLE
For mounting the main unit on a wall
G [ (( . )) ] ALARM ICON
Appears when the alarm time is displayed
H [ MODE ] BUTTON
Toggles the calendar clock display modes or activates the
calendar clock setting mode
I [ALARM ] BUTTON
Displays the alarm time or sets the alarm status
J [MEMORY] BUTTON
Displays maximum / minimum temperature
K [CHANNEL] BUTTON
Selects remote-sensor channels
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A LED INDICATOR
Flashes when the remote sensor transmits a reading
MAIN FEATURES: REMOTE UNIT THN128
B CHANNEL SLIDE SWITCH
Designates the remote sensor Channel
C RESET BUTTON
Returns all settings to default values
D BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates two (2) UM-4 “AAA” size 1.5V batteries
E BATTERY DOOR
F
WALL-MOUNT HOLDER
Supports the remote unit in wall-mounting
G REMOVABLE TABLE STAND
For standing the remote unit on a flat surface
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
For best operation,
1. Assign different channels to different remote units.
2. Insert batteries for remote units before doing so for the main
unit.
3. Place the main unit as close as possible next to the remote unit
and reset the main unit after installing batteries. This will
ensure easier synchronization between the transmission and
reception of signals.
4. Position the remote unit and main unit within effective transmission range, which is 60 meters in open area.
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Note that the effective range is vastly affected by the building
materials and where the main and remote units are positioned. Try
various set-ups for best result.
Note:
Though the remote units are weather proof, they should be placed
away from direct sunlight, rain or snow.
2. Once a channel is assigned to a remote unit, it can only be
changed by removing the batteries or resetting the unit.
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND
CHANNEL SETTING: REMOTE UNIT
BATTERY INSTALLATION: MAIN UNIT
1. Replace batteries when the low-battery indicator of a
particular channel activates on the main unit.
1. Open the battery compartment door.
The remote unit uses two (2) UM-4 or “AAA” size 1.5V batteries.
Installation:
2. Install 2 batteries (UM-3 or “AA” size 1.5V) strictly according
to the polarities shown.
1. Remove the screws on the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment door.
2. Select the channel on the CHANNEL slide switch.
LOW BATTERY WARNING
3. Insert the batteries strictly according to the polarities shown.
4. Replace the battery compartment door and screws.
When it is time to replace batteries, the low-battery indicator will
show up when the corresponding channel is selected. The battery
level of the main unit will be shown on the indoor temperature
when it is running low.
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HOW TO USE THE TABLE STAND
OR WALL MOUNTING
THE RESET BUTTON
This button is only used when the unit is operating in an unfavorable way or malfunctioning. Use a blunt stylus to hold down the
button. All settings will return to their default values.
The main unit has a removable table stand, which when installed,
can support the unit on a flat surface. Or you can remove the stand
and mount the unit on a wall using the recessed screw hole.
GETTING STARTED
As for the remote unit, it comes with a wall-mount holder and a
removable stand. Use either to hold the unit in place.
Once batteries are in place for the remote units, they will start
transmitting temperature readings at 30 second intervals.
Main unit
Wall-mount
Table Stand
The main unit will also start searching for signals for about a
minute once batteries are installed. Upon successful reception,
the individual channel temperatures will be displayed on the top
line and the indoor temperature on the second line. The main unit
will automatically update its readings at about 30-second intervals.
If no signals are received, blanks "----" will be displayed and the
". Press [CHANNEL] and
kinetic wave icon will show "
[MEMORY] simultaneously to enforce another search for about
30 seconds. This is useful in synchronizing the transmission and
reception of the remote and main units.
Repeat this step whenever you find discrepancies between the
reading shown on the main unit and that on the corresponding
remote unit.
Remote unit
Wall-mount
Table Stand
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HOW TO CHECK REMOTE AND
INDOOR TEMPERATURES
MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM
TEMPERATURES
The indoor temperature is shown on the second line of the display.
The maximum and minimum recorded indoor temperatures and
those of outdoor channels will be automatically stored in memory.
To display them:
As for the remote sites or channels, press [CHANNEL] to go from
one channel to another. The kinetic wave display on the channel
number indicates if the reception of that particular channel is in
good order.
1. Select the channel to be checked.
2. Press [MEMORY] once to display the maximum temperature
and again the minimum temperature. The respective indicators,
MAX or MIN will be displayed.
If no readings are received from one particular channel for more
than two minutes, blanks “---” will be displayed until further
readings are successfully searched. Check if the remote unit
is sound and secure. You can wait for a little while or press
[CHANNEL] and [MEMORY] simultaneously to enforce an
immediate search. Of course no reading will be shown if no remote
unit is assigned to that channel.
To clear the memory, hold down [MEMORY] for two seconds. The
maximum and minimum temperatures will be erased. If you press
[MEMORY] now, the maximum and minimum temperatures will
have the same values as the current ones until different readings
are recorded.
If the temperature goes above or below the temperature measuring
range of the main unit or the remote unit (stated in specification),
the display will show “HHH” or “LLL”.
NOTE ON °C AND °F
TEMPERATURE TREND
The unit of temperature display is selected with the °C/°F slide
switch. Select °C for Centigrade or °F for Fahrenheit.
The temperature trend indicator on the screen shows the trend of
samplings collected at that particular remote site. Three trends,
rising, steady and falling, will be shown.
HOW TO READ
THE KINETIC WAVE DISPLAY
The kinetic wave display shows the signal receiving status of the
main unit. There are three possible forms:
Arrow
indicator
Temperature
Trend
Rising
Steady
Falling
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transmission and reception of temperature readings will resume
once the interference recedes.
The unit is in searching mode.
Temperature readings are
securely registered.
CALENDAR AND ALARM TIME DISPLAY
The calendar and alarm time share the same section of display. The
calendar is displayed in day-month format. When the calendar is
displayed, pressing [ALARM] once will change the display to the
alarm time. Another press on the button will activate the alarm. A
third press will deactivate it.
No signals.
To display the calendar, press [MODE] once.
DISCONNECTED SIGNALS
If without obvious reasons the display for a particular channel
goes blank, press [CHANNEL] and [MEMORY] to enforce an
immediate search. If that fails, check:
1. The remote unit of that channel is still in place.
2. The batteries of both the remote unit and main unit. Replace as
necessary.
Calendar mode
Note: When the temperature falls below freezing point, the
batteries of outdoor units will freeze, lowering their voltage
supply and the effective range.
Alarm mode
ABOUT RADIO RECEPTION
3. The transmission is within range and path is clear of obstacles
and interference. Shorten the distance when necessary.
The RMR183/RMR183U is designed to automatically synchronize
its calendar clock once it is brought within range of the Frankfurt
DCF77 radio signal. (Rugby MSF-60 Radio signal for UK version).
TRANSMISSION COLLISION
When the RMR183/RMR183U is within range, the radio-controlled mechanism will override all manual settings.
Signals from other household devices, such as door bells, home
security systems and entry controls, may interfere with those of
this product and cause temporary reception failure. This is normal
and does not affect the general performance of the product. The
When the unit is receiving radio signal, the radio-reception Signal
will start to blink. Generally, complete reception take 2 to 10
minutes depending on the strength of the radio signal.
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When the reception is complete, the radio-reception Signal will
stop blinking.
HOW TO SET THE CALENDAR CLOCK
MANUALLY
When the calendar is displayed, press [MODE] for two seconds.
The month digits will start to blink.
- Strong
Enter the month using the [ ] and [ ] buttons. Hold down either
button to rapidly increase or decrease the value.
- Weak
Press [MODE] to confirm and proceed to set the day, display
language, day-of-the-week, hour and minute.
- No Reception
For the display language, you can choose between English (E),
German (D), French (F), Italy (I), Spanish (S).
- Receiving
The day-of-the-week display for the languages is as follows:
Day-of-the-week
Language
For better reception, place the unit away from metal objects and
electrical appliances to minimize interference.
Monday Tuesday
Wed. Thursday
Friday Saturday Sunday
English
If you wish to disable the auto-reception feature, press the [ ] and
[ ] buttons simultaneously for two seconds. The radio-reception
] will disappear. The unit will not respond to radio
Signal [
signals.
German
French
Italian
To enable the feature again, hold down the [ ] and [ ] buttons
again. The radio-reception signal will start blinking to initiate
reception automatically.
Spanish
After setting the minutes, press [MODE] to return to normal
display. If changes are made on the minutes, the seconds will reset
and start from zero.
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To stop the alarm, press any key (except [MEMORY] and
[CHANNEL] ) .
TIME DISPLAY MODE
When the display is in calendar mode, press [MODE] once to
change between the hour, minute, seconds display to hour, minute,
Day-of-Week display.
PRECAUTIONS
This product is engineered to give you years of satisfactory
service if you handle it carefully. Here are a few precautions:
1. Do not immerse the unit in water.
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2. Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials. They
may scratch the plastic parts and corrode the electronic circuit.
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3. Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust,
temperature or humidity, which may result in malfunction,
shorter electronic life span, damaged battery and distorted
parts.
HOW TO SET AND ACTIVATE
THE ALARM
4. Do not tamper with the unit's internal components. Doing so will
invalidate the warranty on the unit and may cause unnecessary
damage. The unit contains no user-serviceable parts.
While in alarm mode, press and hold [ALARM] for two seconds
the hour digits will flash.
Enter the value for the hour digits. Press [ALARM] to confirm and
go to the minute digits. Enter the value and press [ALARM] to
confirm.
5. Only use fresh batteries as specified in the user's manual. Do not
mix new and old batteries as the old ones may leak.
The alarm is automatically activated. To deactivate it, press
[ALARM] once.
6. Always read the user's manual thoroughly before operating the
unit.
ALARM FUNCTION
SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Measurement
When the alarm is active, it will go off at the set time with the
ALARM ON icon flashing.
Main unit
The crescendo function allows the alarm to start off gently and
step up its intensity in three steps. Without interruption, the
alarm will go off for a minute and will go off once again after
approx. 8 minutes.
Indoor Temperature measurement
Operating range
: -5.0°C to +50.0°C
(23.0°F to 122.0°F)
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Temperature resolution
: 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Accuracy
: +/-0.5 second/day
(when RF is disabled)
Remote unit
Proposed operating range
: -20.0°C to +60.0°C
Power
(-4.0°F to 140.0°F)
Temperature resolution
: 0.1°C (0.2°F)
RF Transmission Frequency
: 433 MHz
No. of Remote unit
: Maximum of 3
RF Transmission Range
: Maximum 60 meters
Temperature sensing cycle
: around 30 seconds
: Auto synchronize
current time and date by
Radio signal generated
from Germany DCF77
Clock Time
: Day of week in English,
German, French, Italy or
Spanish, Day/Month
Snooze
: 8 minutes
Main unit
: 154 gm (without battery)
Remote sensing unit
: 56.2 gm (without battery)
Main unit
: 187(L) x 70(W) x 20(T) mm
Remote sensing unit
: 92(L) x 60(W) x 21 (T) mm
CAUTION
- Technical features of this product is subject to change
without notice.
12 hour format
(UK version)
: 1 minute crescendo
: use 2 pcs UM-4 or “AAA”
1.5V battery
- The content of this manual is subject to change
without further notice.
: 24 hour format
Alarm Duration
Remote sensing unit
Dimension
or MSF-60 from UK for
UK version
Calendar
: use 2 pcs UM-3 or “AA”
1.5V battery
Weight
Radio Controlled Clock
Radio Control
Main unit
- Due to printing limitation, the displays shown in this
manual may differ from the actual display.
- The contents of this manual may not be reproduced
without the permission of the manufacturer.
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EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This product contains the approved transmitter module TX 01 and complies
with the essential requirements of Article 3 of the R&TTE 1999/5/EC
Directives, if used for its intended use and that the following standard(s)
has/have been applied:
Efficient use of radio frequency spectrum
(Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive)
applied standard(s)
EN 300 220-1(2,3):1997
Electromagnetic compatibility
(Article 3.1.b of the R&TTE Directive)
applied standard(s)
ETS 300 683:1997
Safety of information technology equipment
(Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE directive)
applied standard(s)
EN 60950:1997
Additional information:
The product is therefore conform with the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EC,
the EMC Directive 89/336/EC and R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC (appendix
II) and carries the respective CE marking.
VS-Villingen / Germany August 2001
Gerhard Preis
R&TTE Representative of manufacturer
RTTE Compliant Countries :
All EC countries, Switzerland
And Norway
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE — RMR183
Trouble
“---” is being displayed for
Remote data on the display of
the Main Unit
Possible Cause
Remedy
(1) Probably due to electromagnetic
interference and/or obstacle in-between
the Main Unit and Remote Sensor (e.g.,
double glass protection or reinforced
concrete wall); or
(1) (i) Move the Main Unit away from any
source of interference such as DECT
phone, mobile phone; and/or (ii) Move
the Remote sensor nearer to the main
unit and start SEARCH mode in the
Main Unit
(2) Batteries of the Remote Sensor are being
discharged
(2) Check LED of Remote Sensor. Replace
with new batteries if it does not flash
in one minute
Displayed remote temperature
and/or humidity data on the
display of the Main Unit are
different from those on the
display of the Remote Sensor
Another Remote Sensor using the same
frequency and same ID code is being in use
within the effective area
Place the Remote Sensor closer to the Main
Unit. Then reset the Remote Sensor and
activate SEARCH mode in the Main Unit
The added Remote sensor is not
read by main unit
Selected Channel is already used by another
Remote sensor
Select another free channel via the Channel
switch. Then reset the Remote Sensor and
activate SEARCH mode in the Main Unit
Displayed Temperature and/or
humidity data are different
from other measuring
instruments
(1) The measurement method is different
(1) Use the same instruments with
consideration of the tolerance of
readings
(2) The area under evaluation is different or
being influenced by climate
(2) Place the 2 instruments very closely for
a time period (no less then 30 minutes),
avoiding direct light and air movements
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Trouble
-
Clock time is not correctly
set; and/or
Possible Cause
The clock radio signal is not received because:
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Electromagnetic interference exist, or the
Main Unit is located within reinforced
concrete wall or shadowed area location
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Orientation of placement is not at
optimum position for reception of clock
radio signal
Reception icon “Antenna”
displays as “No reception”
Warning:
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For other cases not listed in the above, feel free to contact our help line
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Do not dissemble the unit. This will void the warranty
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Remedy
-
Locate the Main Unit far from PC,
mobile phone etc and re-locate it near
the window sill. Wait at least 24 hours
(note: during night-time signal is less
attenuate particularly after raining)
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The clock radio signal is searched at
1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 9:00, 15:00, 21:00
every day automatically
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To force the signal reception please refer
to instructions in the User’s manual