In-Out Thermometer with Cable Free
Sensor and Clock
Model: RAR232
User Manual
Reset .......................................................................... 7
Troubleshooting ....................................................... 7
Safety and care ......................................................... 8
Specifications ........................................................... 8
About Oregon Scientific .......................................... 9
Note on compliance ................................................. 9
IN-OUT THERMOMETER
WITH CABLE FREE SENSOR AND CLOCK
(MODEL: RAR232)
USER'S MANUAL
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on you purchase of the Oregon Scientific™
RAR232 Indoor and Outdoor Thermometer with 433MHz
cable free sensor and calendar clock.
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Product overview...................................................... 2
Main unit ................................................................. 2
Remote unit ............................................................ 3
Table stand and wall mounting ............................... 3
Main unit ................................................................. 3
Remote unit ............................................................ 3
Getting started .......................................................... 4
Batteries ................................................................. 4
Kinetic wave display ............................................... 5
Clock and calendar display modes ........................ 6
Set time / date / language ........................................ 6
Inside this box you will find:
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Main unit (RAR232)
Remote thermo sensor unit (THR268)
User guide
Removable table stand
Wall mount
12 month warranty
2 UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V batteries
2 UM-3 (AA) 1.5V batteries
Set alarm ................................................................... 6
Indoor and outdoor temperature ............................. 7
Indoor temperature ................................................. 7
outdoor temperature ............................................... 7
Maximum and minimum temperatures ................... 7
Clear memories ...................................................... 7
Low battery warning ................................................. 7
Product features include:
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Indoor and outdoor temperature display
MIN / MAX temperature record
Wireless sensor
Five language calendar clock display
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Two minute crescendo alarm
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1. Three-line display
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Facilitateseasyreadingofremoteandindoorstemperatures
and calendar clock.
MAIN UNIT
FRONT VIEW
2. Down ( ) button
BACK VIEW
Decreases the value of a setting.
3. Up ( ) button
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3
M
H
z
C
A
B
L
E
F
R
E
E
Increases the value of a setting.
4. MODE/SET button
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Toggles the display modes and confirms entry while setting
the values for display.
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5. Memory (MEM) button
Recallsthemaximumorminimumtemperatureofmainand
remote unit.
6. Alarm (
) button
Displays the alarm time or sets the alarm status.
7. Wall-mount recess hole
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For mounting the main unit on a wall.
8. °C / °F button
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MODE
SET
MEM
Selects between degrees Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit
(°F).
9. RESET button
Returns all settings to factory defaults.
10. Battery compartment
Accommodates2XUM-4“AAA”size1.5Valkalinebatteries.
11. Removable table stand
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For standing the main unit on a flat surface.
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REMOTE UNIT
1. LED indicator
Flashes when the remote unit transmits a reading.
FRONT
BACK
2. RESET button
3. °C / °F switch
SelectsbetweendegreesCentigrade(°C)andFahrenheit (°F).
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4. Battery compartment
Accommodates 2 UM-3 (AA) 1.5V batteries.
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5. Battery compartment cover
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2. Ensure that the base of the stand fits into the 2 small holes
at the bottom of the main unit.
TABLE STAND AND WALL MOUNT
3. To remove the stand from the battery cover, press your
finger against the latch in the opening found at the bottom
of the stand as shown in the diagram.
The main and remote units can either be positioned on a flat
surface or mounted on a wall.
MAIN UNIT
4. Pull the stand out in a downward motion to release.
REMOTE UNIT
(WALL MOUNT)
(TABLE STAND)
TABLE STAND
1. Once the battery cover is on, attach the stand through the
battery cover's rectangular slot.
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GETTING STARTED
Once batteries are in place for the remote unit, temperature
readings will be transmitted at 39-second intervals. The
main unit will search for signals for approximately 4 minutes
after the batteries have been installed.
BATTERIES
1. Remove the remote unit battery compartment cover and
insert batteries.
3. Position the main unit close to the remote unit.
4. Press RESET on the remote unit.
5. Press RESET on the main unit to begin synchronization.
2. Install the main unit batteries.
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KINETIC WAVE DISPLAY
reception of temperature readings will resume once the
interference recedes.
The kinetic wave display shows the signal reception status
of the main unit. There are three possible outcomes:
Searching for signal.
Signal is secure.
No signals.
For best results:
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Place the unit away from electrical or mechanical objects.
Place the unit out of direct sunlight and moisture.
Donotplacetheremoteunitmorethan100feet(30meters)
from the main unit.
Upon successful reception:
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The top line will display outdoor temperature.
The bottom line will display indoor temperature.
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Position the remote unit so that it faces the main unit.
Minimizeobstructionssuchasdoors, walls, andfurniture.
NOTE
You may need to experiment with various locations to get
the best reception.
When the temperature falls below freezing, an
alkaline battery in the outdoor unit may freeze, lowering the
voltage supply and the effective range.
NOTE
Signals from other household devices, such as
If no signals are received, blanks “
the kinetic wave icon will show “
simultaneously to force a 4 minute search. This will re-
establish transmission and reception for the remote and
main unit.
” will be displayed and
”. Press and
doorbells, home security systems and entry controls, may
interfere with this product’s signals and cause temporarily
reception failure. This is normal and does not affect the
general performance of the product. The transmission and
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TIP: During setting, press and hold
increase or decrease a value.
or
to rapidly .
Repeat this step whenever you find that the temperature
displayed on the remote sensor is not the same as the
outdoor temperature display on the main unit.
NOTE The date is displayed in DAY-MONTH format. For
the display language, you can choose from English (E),
German (D), French (F), Italian (I), or Spanish (S).
CLOCK AND CALENDAR DISPLAY MODES
The clock and calendar share the same section of the
display. The calendar is displayed in a day-month format.
PresstheMODEbuttontotogglebetweenclockandcalendar
display modes.
SET ALARM
To set the alarm:
1. Press
once to display the alarm time. If the alarm
is disarmed, the time will be displayed as
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2. Press and hold
will blink.
3. Enter the hour by pressing either or
4. Press . The minute digits will blink.
5. Enter the minutes by pressing either or
for two seconds, The hour digits
Clock mode
Calendar mode
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SET TIME / DATE / LANGUAGE
6. Press
to exit.
Inthismodeyoucansetthetime,date,anddisplaylanguage.
If there is a setting you do not wish to adjust, press MODE/
SET to bypass it.
The alarm
is now armed.
icon will be displayed indicating that the alarm
1. Press and hold MODE/SET for two seconds in clock display
mode. Press
or
to select 12 or 24 hour format.
TIP:
2. Press and hold MODE/SET to confirm.
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You can also arm or disarm an alarm by pressing the
button. Press MODE/SET to return to clock mode.
3. Repeat the same procedures to set the hour, minutes,
year, month, day-of-month and display language.
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Press any key on the unit to stop the alarm.
4. Press MODE/SET to exit. The display will return to the
clock mode.
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INDOOR AND OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE
LOW BATTERY WARNING
If no readings are received from the remote unit for more
When it is time to replace the batteries, the respective low
than 4 minutes, blanks, “
” will be displayed until further
battery indicator
will appear on the indoor and outdoor
readings have been successfully searched. Check that the
remote unit is sound and secure. You can wait for a little
temperature windows.
while or press
and
simultaneously to force an
immediate search.
RESET
INDOOR TEMPERATURE
The indoor temperature is shown in the second line of the
display.
Use this button 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.
OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE
The outdoor temperature is shown on the top line of the
display.Thekineticwaveontheoutdoortemperaturedisplay
shows if remote unit reception is connecting properly.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the temperature exceeds the temperature range
of the main or remote units “HHH” (above) or “LLL” (below)
will display.
NOTE
Problem
Remedy
Symptom
Remote unit,
is displayed on
the main unit
LCD
Check batteries
Check location
Cannot locate
remote unit
MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM TEMPERATURES
Themaximumandminimumindoorandoutdoor temperatures
are automatically stored in memory. To display them:
1. Press MEM to display the maximum temperature.
2. Press MEM again to display the minimum temperature.
The respective indicators, MAX or MIN, will be displayed.
Calendar
Change language
Unusual date /
month
Temp
Temperature is
out-of-range
Shows “LLL” or
“HHH”
CLEAR MEMORIES
To clear the memory, press and hold MEM for two seconds.
If you wish to set the current temperature as the min / max
records, pres MEM again.
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Dimension
SAFETY AND CARE
Main unit:
113(L) x 54(W) x 62(T) mm
96(L) x 50(W) x 28(T) mm
This product is designed to give you years of service if
handled properly. Observe the following guidelines:
Remote sensing unit:
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Never immerse the unit in water. This can cause
electrical shock and damage the unit.
Main unit (indoor temp)
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Do not subject the main unit to extreme force, shock, or
fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
Operating range:
23°F to 122°F (-5°C to
+50°C23)
0.2°F (0.1°C)
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Do not tamper with the internal components.
Resolution:
Do not mix new and old batteries or batteries of different
types.Donotuserechargeablebatterieswiththisproduct.
Remote unit (outdoor temp)
Operating range:
-4°F TO 140°F (-20°C to
+60°C)
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Remove the batteries if storing this product for a long
period of time.
Resolution:
0.2°F (0.1°C)
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Do not scratch the LCD display.
RF transmission frequency: 433 MHz
Donotmakeanychangesormodificationstothisproduct.
Unauthorized changes may void your right to use the
product.
No. of remote unit:
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RF transmission range:
100 feet (30 meters)
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The technical specifications for this product and the
contents of the user guide are subject to change without
notice.
Temperature sensing cycle: Approx. 39 seconds
Display:
12/24 hour, hh:mm
DD:mm
Images not drawn to scale.
Date format:
Languages:
Alarm:
SPECIFICATIONS
E, F, D, I, S
Weight
Main unit:
68g (without battery)
46g (without battery)
2-minute crescendo
Remote sensing unit:
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Power
Warning: Changesormodificationstothisunitnotexpressly
approvedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliancecouldvoid
the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Main unit:
2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V
batteries
Remote sensor unit:
2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
batteries
FCC :
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
NOTE
For best results, use lithium ion batteries in the
remote sensing unit if the outdoor temperature falls below
41°F (-5°C), other battery types will not function at such low
temperatures.
ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
about other Oregon Scientific TM products such as digital
cameras, projection clocks, health and fitness gear, and
weather stations. The website also includes contact
information for our customer service department, in case
you need to reach us.
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
NOTE ON COMPLIANCE
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.Operation
issubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevicemay
not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must
acceptanyinterferencereceived, includinginterferencethat
may cause undesired operations.
Consult the dealer of an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
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Company Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95th Place, Tualatin, Oregon 97062,
USA
Name and model number of the product: Remote
Thermometer RAR232
NOTE
Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by Oregon Scientific for compliance could void the warranty
and your authority to use this equipment.
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