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Instruction Manual
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Questions? Contact Customer Support at
(877) 221-1252 or visit www.AcuRite.com.
CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions ........... 2
Package Contents .................. 2
Product Registration ............... 2
 ....... 3
 ............ 4
 ............... 6
Setup .................................... 7
5-in-1 Sensor Setup ................ 7
 ................. 8
PC Connect Overview ............ 9
PC Connect Modes ................ 9
PC Connect Software ............10
 .....11
 .................. 11
 ............12
 ........ 13
Using the Weather Center .....14
 ...................15
Weather Ticker .....................16
 ....................17
Care & Maintenance ............ 20
 .......................... 20
 ....................... 22
FCC Information .................. 22
Customer Support ................ 23
............................. 23
Professional Weather Center

2


and retain it for future reference.
Unpacking Instructions


Package Contents

2. 5-in-1 sensor
3. Sensor mounting bracket
4. Mounting hardware

6. Power adapter



PRODUCT REGISTRATION



www.AcuRite.com
IMPORTANT


►
Register a Product
3
Features & Benets
7
2
1
8
10
5
6
11
43
5-in-1 SENSOR
1. Rainfall Collector Funnel
2. Solar Cell Panel


Internal Aspirating Fan
(not shown)



temperature measurement.
3. A-B-C Switch



4. Battery Compartment
5. Temperature & Humidity Sensors

6. Mounting Point
7. Wind Speed Anemometer
8. Wind Direction Vane
9. Mounting Bracket
10. Mounting Hardware

Qty Diameter Length
  
  
  
11. Debris Filter


9
4
Features & Benets
Display Unit
1 32 41
27
29
21
24
25
26
28
30
5
7
9
11
14
15
12
6
8
13
10
1617181920
22
23
5
1. Previous 2 Wind Directions
2. Current Wind Speed
3. Current Wind Direction
4. Current Indoor Temperature

temperature is trending.
5. Display Low Battery Indicator
6. Peak Wind Speed

minutes.
7. Current Indoor Humidity


8. Clock
9. Rainfall Alert Indicator


10. AUTO DIM Indicator
11. Current Rainfall

12. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast



13. Storm Alert Indicator
14. Month/Year/All-Time Rainfall
15. Current Barometric Pressure

pressure is trending.
16. RAINFALL Button



17.
T
Button
for setup preferences.
18. SET Button
for setup preferences.
19.
Button
for setup preferences.
20. SELECT Button

 

21. Weather Ticker
TM
22. Heat Index/ Wind Chill Alert
Indicator
23. Learning Mode Icon


24. WEATHER SELECT




25. Date
26. Current Outdoor Humidity


27. Average Wind Speed

28. 5-in-1 Sensor Signal Strength
29. Sensor Low Battery Indicator
30. Current Outdoor Temperature

temperature is trending.
6
Back of Display Unit
1
2
3 4
BACK OF DISPLAY UNIT
1. Plug-in for Power Adapter
2. Plug-in for USB Cable
3. Integrated Hang Hole

4. MAC ADDRESS


5. Backup Battery Compartment
6. A-B-C Switch



7. CLEAR RECORD/ RESET



8. Power Adapter
9. USB Cable for PC Connection
10. Battery Compartment Cover
(not shown)
8
9
6
7
5
7
A B C
SETUP
5-in-1 Sensor Setup
1
A-B-C Switch
Set to match

2
Install Batteries

3
Rain Gauge Stabilizer
Remove and discard
Set the A-B-C Switch






Install or Replace Batteries






recommended.





the 5-in-1 sensor for temperatures


compartment cover.




compartment.

Remove Rain Gauge Stabilizer


the bottom of the sensor. The rain

removed.
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3
1
8
Display Unit Setup
Set the A-B-C Switch




choices for both the sensor and


Plug Power Adapter into
Electric Outlet
Write Down the MAC ADDRESS


Install or Replace Backup
Batteries 




compartment.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.
BATTERY SAFETY: Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be
used for an extended period of time. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. Promptly remove dead batteries from the device. Dispose of used
batteries properly. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire,
as batteries may explode or leak. DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries (alkaline/standard). DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. DO NOT recharge
non-rechargeable batteries. DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals.
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3
4
1
4
Install Backup
Batteries

3
Write Down
MAC ADDRESS
12 digit number
2
Plug in Power
Adapter
A B C
1
A-B-C Switch
set to match
sensor
IMPORTANT: Batteries are a backup
power source to preserve records
in the event of a power outage.
Power adapter is the recommended


24 C8 6E
9
PC Connect Overview

• Data File

• PC Weather Widget
• Web Browser or Smartphone


PC Connect USB Modes


Note


Mode 1: Display Logging ON





Mode 2: Display Logging OFF (DEFAULT)

Mode 3: Display Logging ON/Internet Bridge Mode



Mode 4: Display Logging OFF/Internet Bridge Mode


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Download the PC Connect Software
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


http://www.acurite.com/pc-connect-download
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





computer, open the PC
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




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



modes.


PC Connect is now ready for use. 
1 minute for the PC Connect software to begin receiving data from the
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Set the Time, Date & Units
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
TOP DISPLAY:
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
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
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


TICKER DISPLAY:
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
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Display Backlight Settings








AUTO DIM MODE: 






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Placement for Maximum Accuracy


and performance of this product.
Display Unit Placement




5-in-1 Sensor Placement


the sensor for the most accurate measurements.
Important Placement Guidelines

MAXIMIZE WIRELESS RANGE


PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE

computer, microwave, radio, etc.).
LOCATE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES


LOCATE AWAY FROM HUMIDITY SOURCES


LOCATE AWAY FROM SPRINKLER HEADS


LOCATE AWAY FROM WIND & RAIN OBSTRUCTIONS


structures around to ensure accurate wind measurement.


www.AcuRite.com/5in1

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5-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines
INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at a minimum height of 5 feet
(1.5 meters) off the ground, in an open area. Higher is better for wind

high!
MOUNTING OPTIONS 


stores and home centers).
SOLAR CELL INSTALLATION 
sensor with the solar cell facing SOUTH.


5-in-1 Sensor Installation



bag.

on the bottom of the sensor.
3. Make sure the arrows on the top of
the sensor are pointed in the proper



wind direction.
4. Fasten the sensor into the mounting
base using the 2 shorter screws

The 5-in-1 sensor is now ready to use.
Clear Data Collected During Installation




Basic Setup is Complete



SOUTH
(1.5 meters)
NO OBSTRUCTIONS
ABOVE OR AROUND
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OPERATION
Using the Professional Weather Center
Learning Mode
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Barometric Pressure
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SNOW / RAIN
MIX LIKELY
RAIN
LIKELY
SNOW
LIKELY
STORMY
& WINDY
MOSTLY
CLOUDY
(flashing=stormy)
(flashing rain/snow)
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Rainfall Tracking
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Problem Possible Solution
No outdoor sensor
reception
no bars

The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other.



computers, etc).

ºº

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
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
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


for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection.
Outdoor
temperature
is ashing or
showing dashes



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


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Inaccurate forecast

12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.








Troubleshooting
18
Problem Possible Solution
Inaccurate
temperature or
humidity


(see page 12).

moisture sources (see page 12).

the ground.


No rainfall

has been removed from the bottom of the sensor (see
page 7).



Inaccurate wind
readings


or more. Make sure to compare data using a sensor
positioned at the same mounting height.

minimum of 5 ft in the air with no obstructions around




Display screen
not working





need to be entered after a reset.
Troubleshooting
19
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























• Restart the PC Connect Software.

PC Connect software
data is different than
display unit data




• Restart the PC Connect Software.

minute, re-insert.

port.
Troubleshooting
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Care & Maintenance
Display Unit Care


5-in-1 Sensor Care
Clean the Sensor



Insect Prevention



Snow & Freezing Weather
-

Clean the Rain Collector Cup
-

Clean the Wind Vane & Anemometer
Remove foreign matter from the outside of the sensor for free movement of the wind

or graphite powder on the anemometer for improved movement.
Calibration





T




T



reading.

 



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