ACURITE 06086 Professional Weather Display Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Acurite
Table of Contents
ACURITE 06086 Professional Weather Display
Congratulations on your new AcuRite product. To ensure the best possible product performance, please read this manual in its entirety and retain it for future reference.
Unpacking Instructions
Remove the protective film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product. Locate the tab and peel off to remove.
Package Contents
- Display with Tabletop Stand
- Power Adapter
- Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT
PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Register online to receive 1-year warranty protection
www.acurite.com/product-registration
Wi-Fi Setup for Weather Underground
This weather station features wireless internet connectivity in order to
connect and send your data to Weather Underground. If you do not already have
a WU (Weather Underground) account, please create your account at
wunderground.com prior to the following Wi-Fi setup.
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1. Add this weather station to your Weather Underground account:
On a desktop or mobile web browser, log in to your Weather Underground account.
Once logged in, navigate to the My Profile menu, select My Devices from the dropdown list, and click Add New Device.
When prompted to Select A Device Type, select AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) Weather Station with Wi-Fi from the dropdown list and hit Next.
Then, enter location information before hitting Next.
Enter the remaining weather station information required by Weather Underground and hit Next.
If all required information was accepted without errors, you’ll be provided with a Weather Underground Station ID and Station Key. Copy and Save these as you will need then in Step 5, below. -
Power on the display (using included power cord).*
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Once the display is on:
Open the Wi-Fi settings of your Wi-Fi-compatible device and select and connect to the Wi-Fi network with “AcuRite” in its name.
If you see any “unsecure network” warnings, know that it’s safe to continue.
You will not be able to access the internet while connected to this “AcuRite” network. -
Once connected to the Wi-Fi network with “AcuRite” in its name:
Open a web browser on the device you used to connect to the display.
To access the AcuRite Wi-Fi display setup page, type the following into the address bar and then press go/enter/return: 192.168.4.1
Troubleshooting if the setup page does not load:
Make sure you are still connected to the AcuRite Wi-Fi network you connected to in step 3.
Unplug the display, plug it back in, and try setup again.
Contact Support at acurite.com/support -
Once the setup page loads:
Select your personal Wi-Fi network name, enter your network password, enter your Weather Underground Station ID and Station Key from Step 1 above, and press Save.
If Wi-Fi credentials are successfully entered, the Wi-Fi indicator on the display will stop flashing and become solid, signifying the signal strength of your Wi-Fi connection.
Troubleshooting if the setup page does not load:
If the Wi-Fi icon continues to flash with a Flashing X [ be configured on the display. Repeat Wi-Fi steps 3-4. -
A Wi-Fi status message will appear confirming your connection to the display. If the connection was not successful, please verify your credentials and/or visit the Troubleshooting section (see page 13).
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Once connected, data from your AcuRite Iris (5-in-1) sensor will automatically begin to upload to Weather Underground. Monitor sensor data remotely at www. wunderground.com or from a mobile device using the Weather Underground app, available from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store.
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The Wi-Fi signal on your display is broadcasted for 30 minutes after the display is powered on. Press the ” ” button to reactivate the Wi-Fi signal broadcast at any time. Please note, however, that the display will not indicate that its Wi-Fi signal is broadcasting. Check your settings on your setup device for the display’s Wi-Fi signal.
To retain Wi-Fi configuration details, backup batteries are strongly recommended for the display. The display can be power cycled at any time to clear Wi-Fi credentials, records, and other settings. Simply remove the batteries, unplug the display, replace the batteries, and plug the display back in to power cycle the unit.
Visit acurite.com/support for additional help on Wi-Fi Setup.
This weather station display only supports 2.4 GHz wireless networks.
About Weather Underground
Weather Underground is a commercial weather service providing real-time weather information via the internet. Weather Underground provides weather reports for most major cities worldwide and local weather reports for newspapers and websites. Its information comes from the National Weather Service and over 250,000 personal weather stations.
Features & Benefits
DISPLAY BACK
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Backlight Button
For momentary backlight and dimmer settings. -
Integrated Keyhole Hangers
For easy wall mounting. -
Backup Battery Compartment
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A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match sensor’s A-B-C switch to ensure units synchronize. -
Plug-in for Power Adapter
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Battery Compartment Cover
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Power Adapter
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RESET Button
Press and release to clear historical record. Press and hold for 10 seconds for full reset to factory defaults.
Features & Benefits
Display
DISPLAY FRONT
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Seasonal Display
Heat Index calculation displays when temperature is 80°F (27°C) or higher. Dew Point calculation displays when temperature is 79°F (26°C) or below. Wind chill calculation displays when temperature is 40°F (4°C) or lower. -
Current Outdoor Temperature
Arrow icon indicates direction the temperature is trending. -
Sensor Low Battery Indicator
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Current Outdoor Humidity
Arrow icon indicates the direction the humidity is trending. -
Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength
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Current Wind Direction
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Wind Speed
now: indicates current wind speed. avg: indicates the average of all speeds over the past 2 minutes. peak: indicates the highest speed form the last 60 minutes. -
Icon
Indicates display is connected to your wireless network. -
. Moon Phase
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Current Rainfall
Rainfall recorded since 12:00 am. -
Icon
Indicates an alarm value has been activated. -
Previous Rainfall Data
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Current Barometric Pressure
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12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast
Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls data from outdoor sensor to generate your personal forecast. -
Button
For viewing high and low records. -
Icon
Indicates display is in auto-dimming
brightness mode (see page 9). -
Down and Up Buttons For setup preferences.
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Clock
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Date
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Setting Button
For setup preferences. -
Display Low Battery Indicator
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Bell Button
For alarm setup. -
Current Indoor Temperature
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Humidity Level Indicator Indicates a low, high or ideal humidity comfort level.
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Current Indoor Humidity
Arrow icon indicates the direction the humidity is trending.
Display Setup
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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 choices for both the sensor and the display in order for the units to synchronize. -
Install or Replace Backup Batteries (optional)
- Remove the battery compartment cover.
- Insert 3 x AAA batteries into the battery compartment, as shown. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment.
- Replace the battery cover.
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Plug in Power Adapter
For the best performance, plug in the power adapter as the main power source for this product.
Display Setup
IMPORTANT: Batteries are a backup power source to preserve records in the event of a power outage. Power adapter is required as the primary power source to enjoy the full functionality of this product.
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-circui the
supply terminals.
Placement for Maximum Accuracy
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper
placement of both the display and the sensor are critical to the accuracy and
performance of this unit.
Display Placement
Place the display in a dry area free of dirt and dust. Display stands upright
for tabletop use and is wall-mountable.
Important Placement Guidelines
- To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place units out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents.
- Display and sensor(s) must be within 330 feet (100 m) of each other.
- To maximize wireless range, place units away from large metallic items, thick walls, metal surfaces, or other objects that may limit wireless communication.
- To prevent wireless interference, place units at least 3 feet (.9 m) away from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.).
Set the Time, Date & Units
Press the ” Setting” button, located on the front of the display, to enter SET
MODE. Once in set mode, the preference you are currently setting will blink on
the display. To adjust the currently selected (flashing) item, press and
release the ” V” or “V ” buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust).
To save your adjustments, press and release the ” ” button to adjust the next
preference. The preference set order is as follows:
- AUTO DST (ON or OFF)*
- CLOCK HOUR
- CLOCK MINUTE
- CALENDAR MONTH
- CALENDAR DATE
- CALENDAR YEAR
- TEMPERATURE UNITS (ºF or ºC)
- WIND SPEED UNITS (mph, km/h, knots)
- RAINFALL UNITS (inches or mm)
- PRESSURE UNITS (inHg or hPa)
You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 8 seconds.
Enter SET MODE at any time by pressing and holding the ” ” button.
*If you live in an area that observes Daylight Saving Time, DST should be set to ON, even if it is not currently Daylight Saving Time.
Display Backlight Settings
This weather station’s color display features three different lighting
settings: High (100%) brightness, Medium (60%) brightness and Low (15%)
brightness.
When display is powered with the power adapter, backlight remains on at 100%
brightness. Press the ” ” button once to dim to 60% brightness; press again to
dim to 15%, press a third time to enter AUTO-DIM mode. ” ” will appear next to
the clock.
NOTE: Pressing and holding the ” ” button for 5 seconds will disable the
backlight. Once any button is pressed, the backlight will return to your
selected setting.
AUTO DIM MODE:
Automatically adjusts display brightness based on time of day.
6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. = 100% brightness
9:01 p.m. – 5:59 a.m.= 15% brightness
Using the Professional Weather Center
Learning 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 self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and
the unit is ready for superior weather prediction.
Weather Forecast
AcuRite’s patented Self-Calibrating Forecasting provides your personal
forecast of weather conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours by collecting data
from the sensor in your backyard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint
accuracy – personalized for your exact location.
View the complete list of icons atwww.AcuRite.com/acurite- icons
Moon Phase
Track the phases of the moon, conveyed through simple lunar phase icons:
High & Low Records
High and low records for today and all-time are displayed for outdoor
temperature and humidity. Rain accumulation data is recorded for today, this
week, by month and by year. Today’s records automatically clear at 12:00am
midnight every day.
Press and release the “forward ” button to cycle through all historical
records. While viewing historical records, a date and timestamp are shown for
when each value was recorded. You will automatically exit records if no
buttons are pressed for 8 seconds. To manually clear a HIGH or LOW record,
press and release the RESET button, located in the battery compartment, while
viewing the record(s) you wish to clear. Dashes display to confirm you have
cleared the record(s).
Programmable Alarms
This display features programmable alarms that sound an alert to notify you
when a value (for outdoor temperature, humidity, wind speed or rainfall) has
been reached or exceeded. When an alarm is triggered, the display emits an
audible beep and flashes data in the affected category. You can customize the
alarms by turning ON or OFF the alarms you’d like activated or deactivated,
and by inputting your own values to trigger the alarm.
Setup an Alarm
- Press and release the “ Volume ” button until the reading for which you wish to set an alarm is shown on the display. “ Volume ” will be shown.
- Press and release the ” ” or ” ” buttons until “ Volume ” appears.
- Press and release the ” Setting” button. The current alarm value will flash on the display.
- Press and release the “Up ” or ” Down” buttons to adjust the alarm’s value.
- Press and release the ” Volume” button to save the alarm value.
- Press and release the ” ” button to cycle to the next reading.
Disable an Alarm
1. Press and release the ” Volume ” button until the reading for which
you wish to disable an alarm is shown on the display. “ Volume ” will be
shown.
2. Press and release the ” Up” or ” ” buttons until ” Volume Down ”
appears.
3. Press and release the ” Volume ” button to cycle to the next reading.
. Repeat steps 1-3, as needed.
NOTE: To disable ALL alarms at once, press and HOLD the Volume ” button for 10 seconds. You will automatically exit alarm SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 10 seconds. Enter alarm SET MODE at any time by pressing the “Volume ” button.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Solution |
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No outdoor sensor reception
no bars
| • Relocate the display 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 communication (such as TVs, microwaves, computers, etc).
• Use standard alkaline batteries (or lithium batteries in sensor when temperature is below -4ºF/-20ºC). Do not use heavy duty or rechargeable batteries. NOTE: It may take
a few minutes for display and sensor to synchronize after batteries are replaced.
• Synchronize the units:
1. Bring both the sensor and display indoors and remove batteries/power adapter from each.
2. Reinstall batteries in outdoor sensor.
3. Reinstall batteries/power adapter in display.
4. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for a few minutes to gain a strong connection.
Outdoor temperature is flashing or
showing dashes
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Flashing of the outdoor temperature may be an indication of wireless interference.
• Make sure the A-B-C switch in the battery compartments of both the display and sensor are switched to the same letter. You may choose A, B or C; but both units must match to sync up. Sometimes changing to a different channel can help.
Inaccurate forecast
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• Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.
• Allow unit to run continuously for 33 days. Battery removal or resetting the display will restart Learning Mode. After 14 days, forecast should be fairly accurate, however Learning Mode calibrates for a total of 33 days.
Display screen not working
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• Check that the power adapter is plugged into the display and an electrical outlet.
• Check that the batteries are installed correctly. Batteries may need to be replaced.
• Reset the display by pressing and HOLDING the “RESET” button, located on the back of the display. Date and time will need to be entered after a reset.
| Problem | Possible Solution |
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Display not connecting to Wi-Fi
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• Your internet router and display must be within range of each other. Relocate your display closer to your router.
• Ensure the network name (SSID) and password you’ve entered are correct. NOTE: Both network name and password are case sensitive.
• Reset the display by pressing and holding the RESET button for 10 seconds, located in the battery compartment of the display. Date and time will need to be entered after a reset.
• Make sure DCHP is enabled on your router. Most routers have DHCP enabled by default.
• Ensure your router is broadcasting a 2.4 GHz network. The weather station display is equipped with a Wi-Fi module that only supports 2.4 GHz wireless networks.
Data not uploading to Weather Underground TM
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Navigate to “192.168.4.1” in your web browser. Confirm that your Station ID and Station Key are entered correctly.
Inaccurate temperature or humidity
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• Make sure both the display and 5-in-1 sensor are placed away from any heat sources or vents (see page 11).
• Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources (see page 11).
• Make sure 5-in-1 sensor is mounted at least 5 ft off of the ground.
Inaccurate wind readings
| • What is wind reading being compared to? Pro weather stations are typically mounted at 30 ft high or more. Make sure to compare data using a sensor positioned at the same mounting height.
• Check location of the sensor. Ensure it’s mounted a minimum of 5 ft in the air with no obstructions around it (within several feet).
• Ensure wind cups are spinning freely. If they hesitate or stop try lubricating with graphite powder or spray lubricant.
If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps, visitwww.acurite.com/support.
Care & Maintenance
Display 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.
Specifications
DISPLAY’S BUILT-IN TEMPERATURE SENSOR RANGE| ****
32ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC
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DISPLAY’S BUILT-IN HUMIDITY SENSOR RANGE| ****
1% to 99%
OPERATING FREQUENCY| 433 MHz
POWER| 5V power adapter
3 x AAA alkaline batteries (optional)
DATA REPORTING| ****
Display: Indoor temperature & humidity: 60 second updates
DATA REPORTING| Wind Speed: 18 second updates; Direction: 36 seconds
Outdoor temperature & humidity: 36 second updates Indoor temperature &
humidity: 60 second updates
WI-FI| 802.11.b/g/n
Weather Underground connectivity requires an active
2.4 GHz broadband internet connection and an active Weather Underground account.
FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may NOT cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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. 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:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
- This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
- Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Customer Support
AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-in-class
service. For assistance, please have the model number of this product
available and contact us in any of the following ways:
Chat with our support team
atwww.acurite.com/support
Email us atsupport@chaney-inst.com
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