Oregon Scientific Weather Radio BARM688 User Manual

Temperature.............................................................7  
Radio.........................................................................7  
Sleep Timer ..............................................................7  
Backlight ..................................................................8  
Reset.........................................................................8  
Precautions..............................................................8  
Specifications ..........................................................9  
About Oregon Scientific .........................................9  
EU-Declaration of Conformity ................................9  
Weather Station  
with FM PLL Radio  
Model: BARM688  
USER MANUAL  
CONTENTS  
Introduction..............................................................2  
Overview...................................................................2  
Front View..............................................................2  
Back View..............................................................2  
LCD........................................................................3  
Remote Sensor......................................................3  
Getting Started.........................................................4  
Adapter ..................................................................4  
Batteries.................................................................4  
Remote Sensor ........................................................4  
Sensor Data Transmission.....................................5  
Light Touch Key-Lock.............................................5  
Clock.........................................................................6  
Clock Reception.....................................................6  
Manually Set Clock................................................6  
Alarm ........................................................................6  
Weather Forecast ....................................................7  
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LCD  
REMOTE SENSOR  
2
3
1
3
4
1
4
5
2
1. LED transmission indicator  
2. Wall mount  
3. Battery compartment  
4. RESET switch  
1. Weather forecast area  
2. Radio area  
3. Temperature area  
4. Clock / alarm area  
5. CHANNEL switch  
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GETTING STARTED  
ADAPTER  
BATTERIES  
Insert the batteries, matching the polarities (+/-) as  
shown.  
Plug adapter into main unit. Make sure the adapter  
socket is easily accessible to the unit.  
shows when the battery is low.  
shows when the adapter is not connected.  
UNIT  
LOCATION  
Weather forecast area  
Temperature area  
Main  
NOTE This product may malfunction when radio  
interference appears on theAC power line. The unit will  
revert to normal operation when interference stops.  
Remote  
REMOTE SENSOR  
The main unit can collect data from up to 3 sensors.  
To set up the sensor:  
1. Open the battery compartment.  
2. Insert battery, matching the polarity (+ / -).  
3. Select a channel, then press RESET.  
4. Close the battery door.  
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5. Place the sensor within 30 m (98 ft) of the main unit  
using the table stand or wall mount.  
ICON  
DESCRIPTION  
Main unit is searching for  
the sensor(s)  
Sensor 1 data received  
The sensor cannot be  
found  
and “- -”  
NOTE If the sensor is not found, check the batteries,  
obstructions, and remote unit location.  
The transmission range may vary depending on many  
factors. You may need to experiment with various  
locations to get the best results.  
For best results:  
• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.  
• Position the sensor facing main unit, minimizing  
obstructions.  
• Place the sensor in a location with a clear view to the  
sky, away from metallic or electronic objects.  
• Position the sensor close to the main unit during cold  
winter months.  
NOTE We recommended that you use alkaline  
batteries with this product for longer usage and  
consumer grade lithium batteries in temperatures  
below freezing.  
SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION  
To search for a sensor:  
Simultaneously, press and hold MEM and CH for 2  
seconds.  
LIGHT TOUCH KEY-LOCK  
When no key has been pressed for 1 minute,  
appears to indicate key-lock is activated. Press any  
key to disable.  
The reception icon shown in the outdoor temperature  
area shows the status.  
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3. Press MODE to confirm.  
CLOCK  
4. The setting sequence is: time zone offset, 12 / 24  
hour format, hour, minute, year, day / month format,  
month, day, and display language.  
CLOCK RECEPTION  
This product is designed to synchronize its clock  
automatically with a clock signal.  
TIPS Time zone offset sets the clock +/- 23 hours  
from the received clock signal time. The language  
options are (E) English, (F) French, (D) German, (I)  
Italian, and (S) Spanish.  
To select clock signal:  
Slide EU / UK to select the signal received.  
• EU: DCF-77 signal: within 1500 km (932 miles) of  
Frankfurt, Germany.  
• UK: MSF-60 signal: within 1500 km (932 miles) of  
Anthorn, England.  
To select clock display mode:  
Press MODE to toggle between:  
• Clock with seconds  
• Clock with weekday  
• Calendar  
To enable / disable signal reception:  
Press and hold TUNE to enable or TUNE to disable  
signal reception.  
ALARM  
NOTE Reception takes 2-10 minutes. If the signal is  
weak, it can take up to 24 hours to get a valid signal.  
To set the alarm:  
1. Press ALARM to view the alarm.  
the display.  
will show on  
Clock signal reception indicator:  
2. Press and hold ALARM for 2 seconds.  
STRONG SIGNAL WEAK SIGNAL  
NO SIGNAL  
3. Press TUNE  
/
to change the hour, minute,  
) alarm. If you select the  
beep ( ) or radio (  
radio alarm, press to select the radio station to be  
played and VOL to set the volume.  
/
4. Press ALARM to confirm.  
To activate or deactivate the alarm:  
MANUALLY SET CLOCK  
Press ALARM when in alarm display.  
appears when the alarm is set.  
or  
1. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds.  
2. Press TUNE  
/
to change the settings.  
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To silence the alarm:  
To end, press CH or MEM.  
Press SNOOZE to silence it for 8 minutes.  
OR  
To toggle between current, minimum and maximum  
records for the selected sensor:  
Press MEM repeatedly.  
Press any key except SNOOZE to turn the alarm off  
and activate it again after 24 hours.  
To clear the records:  
WEATHER FORECAST  
Select the channel to clear the memory, then press  
and hold MEM for 2 seconds. The indoor memory  
record will also be cleared.  
This product forecasts the weather for the next 12 to  
24 hours within a 19-31 mile (30-50 km) radius, with 70  
to 75 percent accuracy.  
RADIO  
SUNNY  
PARTLY  
CLOUDY  
CLOUDY  
RAINY  
You can save up to 8 radio stations.  
To turn the Radio ON / OFF:  
Press RADIO.  
NOTE Plug in the adapter when using the radio.  
To save a station:  
1. Press RADIO to turn the radio ON.  
TEMPERATURE  
To select temperature unit:  
Press °C / °F.  
2. Press TUNE  
/
to manually fine-tune or press  
to activate auto-search.  
and hold TUNE  
/
To view outdoor sensor(s) temperature readings:  
3. Press and hold to save the station.  
Press CH.  
are viewing.  
shows which remote sensor’s data you  
SLEEP TIMER  
To turn the sleep timer ON:  
1. Press SLEEP once to activate the last setting  
To auto-scan between sensors:  
Press and hold CH for 2 seconds. Each sensor’s data  
is displayed for 3 seconds.  
used.  
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2. Press SLEEP to set radio sleep timer duration (120,  
90, 60, 30, 15 or 0 minutes). Select “0” to disable  
the sleep timer.  
Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old  
batteries.  
Images shown in this manual may differ from the  
actual display.  
When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected  
separately for special treatment.  
Placement of this product on certain types of  
wood may result in damage to its finish for which  
Oregon Scientific will not be responsible. Consult  
the furniture manufacturer’s care instructions for  
information.  
3. Press VOL  
/
to change the volume.  
NOTE ZZ” flashes when the sleep timer is activated.  
BACKLIGHT  
To activate the backlight for 8 seconds:  
Press any key.  
The contents of this manual may not be reproduced  
without the permission of the manufacturer.  
Do not dispose old batteries as unsorted municipal  
waste. Collection of such waste separately for  
special treatment is necessary.  
To activate / deactivate continuous backlight:  
Press and hold SNOOZE for 2 seconds.  
Please note that some units are equipped with  
a battery safety strip. Remove the strip from the  
battery compartment before first use.  
RESET  
Press RESET to return to the default settings.  
NOTE The technical specifications for this product  
and the contents of the user manual are subject to  
change without notice.  
PRECAUTIONS  
Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock,  
dust, temperature or humidity.  
Do not cover the ventilation holes with any items  
such as newspapers, curtains etc.  
Do not immerse the unit in water. If you spill liquid  
over it, dry it immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.  
Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive  
materials.  
Do not tamper with the unit ’s internal components.  
This invalidates the warranty.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC  
more about Oregon Scientific products. If you’re in  
the US and would like to contact our Customer Care  
department directly, please visit:  
OR  
TYPE  
DESCRIPTION  
Main unit  
Dimensions  
(L x W x D)  
145 x 134.5 x 55 mm  
(5.7 x 5.3 x 2.2 in)  
Call 1-800-853-8883.  
Weight  
300g (10.6 ounces) without  
battery  
For international inquiries, please visit:  
Indoor range  
Resolution  
Synchronization  
Power  
-5°C to 50°C (23°F to 122°F)  
0.1°C (0.2°F)  
www2.oregonscientific.com/about/international.asp  
EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
Auto or disabled  
Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this Weather  
Station (model: BARM668) is in compliance with the  
essential requirements and other relevant provisions  
of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the signed and dated  
Declaration of Conformity is available on request via  
our Oregon Scientific Customer Service.  
6V adapter and/or  
3 x UM-4 (AAA) batteries  
Remote unit (THN132N)  
Dimensions  
(L x W x D)  
92 x 22 x 50 mm  
(3.6 x 0.9 x 2.0 in)  
Weight  
46 g (1.62 lbs) without battery  
Temperature  
range  
-30°C to 60°C  
(-22°F to 140°F)  
COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED  
All EU countries, Switzerland CH  
N
and Norway  
Channel no.  
Power  
1, 2 or 3  
1 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V battery  
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