ACURITE 06101 Wi-Fi Color Display Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
: Acurite

ACURITE 06101 Wi-Fi Color Display Instruction Manual

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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 Stan
Power Adapter
Quick Setup Guide

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Features & Benefits

Front of Display

Features S Benefits

Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength
Freeze Alert Indicator
Current Outdoor Temperatur
Current Outdoor Humidity
Learning Mode Icon Disappears after weather forecast self-calibration is complete.
Current Barometric Pressure Arrow icon indicates direction pressure is trending.
12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast Self-calibrating technology pulls data from the outdoor sensor to generate a hyperlocal, personalized forecast.
Current Indoor Temperature
Current Indoor Humidity
Daily Average for Indoor Temperature and Humidity
Current Indoor Comfort Monitor Indicates a Dry, Ideal, or Humid indoor comfort level.
Date
Indoor Records Toggle Button Press to cycle through indoor temperature and humidity records for today
14. Moon Phase
Display Low Battery Indicator 16. Clock
and Set Buttons For setup preferences.
, , Icon Indicates display is connected to your wireless network.
Icon Indicates display is in Auto-dim brightness mode (see page 7.)
Outdoor Records Toggle Button Press to cycle through historical records for rainfall, wind speed, and outdoor temperature and humidity (see page 10).
Current Rainfall Displays rainfall from today.
Wind Direction
Current Wind Speed
Outdoor Sensor Low Battery Indicator

Back of Display

Back of Display

Backlight Button For momentary backlight and dimmer nsettings.
Integrated Keyhole Hangers For easy wall mounting.
Backup Battery Compartment
RESET Button Press and release to clear historical records.Press and hold for 10 seconds for full reset to factory defaults.
Power Adapter
Battery Compartment Cover
Plug-in for Power Adapter
B-C Switch ID code that must match outdoor sensor’s A-B-C switch to ensure units synchronize.

Setup

Display Setup

Install or Replace Backup Batteries (recommended for backup)
Remove the battery compartment cover.
Insert 3 x AAA batteries into the battery compartment, as shown. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Plug in Power Adapter
For the best performance, plug in the power adapter as the main power source for this product.

IMPORTANT: Batteries are a backup power source to preserve records in the eventof a power outage and are strongly recommended. Power adapter is required as theprimary 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 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 ma 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. NOT short-circuit the supply terminals

Set the Time, Date & Units

Press the “set” 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 ” ” or ” ” buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust). To save your adjustments, press and release the “set” button to adjust the next preference. The preference set order is as follows:

CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
UNITS SCALE (U.S. standard or metric)
- U.S. Standard: Temperature (F), Wind Speed (mph), Rainfall (inches), Pressure (inHg)
- Metric: Temperature (C), Wind Speed (km/h), Rainfall (mm), Pressure (hPa)

You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 10 seconds. Enter SET MODE at any time by pressing the “set” button.

Display Backlight Settings

This weather station’s color display features three different lighting settings: High (100%) brightness, Medium (60%) brightness and Low (30%) brightness. When display is powered with the power adapter, backlight remains on at 100% brightness. Press the backlight button once to dim to 60% brightness; press again to dim to 30%, press third time to enter AUTO-DIM mode. “ ” will appear next to the clock.
NOTE: Pressing and holding the backlight button for 3 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. = 30% brightness

Placement

Placement for Maximum Accuracy
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of both the display and the outdoor sensor are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product.

Device Placement
Place the display in a dry area free of dirt and dust. Display stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.

Outdoor Device Placement

For optimal performance and the most accurate readings, follow the instructions included with the AcuRite Iris® (5-in-1) outdoor sensor.

Important Placement Guidelines

To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place units out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents.
Display and outdoor sensor must be within 330 ft (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 both units at least 3 ft (90 cm) away from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.).

Setup is Complete

Once the outdoor sensor and indoor display have been placed, ensure both devices are powered and on the same A-B-C switch. If so, the outdoor sensor will now synchronize with the display. It may take a few minutes for synchronization to complete. Please refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual if anything appears to be functioning improperly

Wi-Fi Setup for Remote Monitoring

Setup Requires

Display and AcuRite Iris® Sensor
2.4 GHz Wireless Network
Phone, Tablet, or Computer with Wi-Fi

Before You Begin

Pair the display with the outdoor sensor and mount the sensor outside. Confirm the display is receiving current data.
Ensure your router is broadcasting a 2.4 GHz network. The display is equipped with a Wi-Fi module that only supports 2.4 GHz wireless networks.
Have your Wi-Fi network’s SSID (name) and Password ready. These are case-sensitive.

Connect to Display Wi-Fi

Open a web browser on your device. Type “192.168.4.1” in the address bar but do not press enter.
Go to your network settings to find and select the Wi-Fi signal coming from your display; it will be named by the AcuRite display’s model number.
- Connecting to the display’s Wi-Fi will disconnect your device from your own Wi Fi network, which may result in an error message of “No Internet” on your device.
- If you do not see the display’s model number under network settings, press and release the “SET” button on the display to reactivate the Wi-Fi signal.
Return to the web browser with “192.168.4.1” in the address bar and press enter. This should bring you to AcuRite’s Wi-Fi Display Settings website.
- If the Settings website doesn’t open, disconnect from the display’s Wi-Fi on your device repeat steps 1-3 in a new browser.
- If you get an error stating “This site can’t be reached”, make sure you are still connected to the display’s Wi-Fi network. You may need to have your device forget your own WiFi network so that it stays connected to the display’s signal.
Select your Wi-Fi network name and enter your network password. If you want to download your local forecast through My AcuRite, enter your zip code. Press “Save”.
- Look for the icon next to the clock on your display to confirm it is connected.
- To retain Wi-Fi configurations in the event of a power outage, install backup batteries in the display.
- After entering your credentials and clicking “Save”, the site will move to a page that says “Please wait while we update your settings.” If you receive an error stating that “This site can’t be reached” while waiting for your settings to be updated, please proceed to step 5. Your display should still connect properly to your Wi-Fi network, allowing you to proceed with setup.
Download the My AcuRite mobile app or visit www.myacurite.com to complete setup.
You will need the device ID located on the back of the display.

NOTE: The display can be power cycled at any time to clear Wi-Fi credentials.

OPERATION

Using the Professional Weather Display:

Learning Mode

Self-Calibrating Forecasting uses a unique algorithm to analyze changes in pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude. After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At the point, 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.
Weather Forecast

Moon Phase

Track the phases of the moon, conveyed through simple lunar phase icons:
Moon Phase

Barometric Pressure

Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly affect the weather. This weather station displays the current pressure with an arrow icon to indicate the direction the pressure is trending (FALLING, STEADY, or RISING).

High & Low Records

Historical records are displayed for rainfall, wind speed, and temperature and humidity. Today’s records automatically clear at 12:00 am midnight every day. Press and release the indoor records toggle button to cycle through today’s high and low records for indoor temperature and humidity. Press and release the outdoor records toggle button to cycle through historical rainfall data, as well as daily records for wind speed and outdoor temperature and humidity. 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).

Care and 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.

Calibration

The temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure can be calibrated on the display to improve accuracy. Calibration can improve accuracy when sensor placement or environmental factors impact the data accuracy.

To access calibration mode, press ” “, “set”, and “ ” buttons simultaneously for at least 5 seconds.
To adjust the currently selected (flashing) item, press and release the ” ” or ” ” buttons to calibrate the data value higher or lower from the actual reading.
To save your adjustments, press and release the “set” button to adjust the next preference.
The “ ” icon will remain illuminated next to calibrated values.

The preference set order is as follows:

OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE
OUTDOOR HUMIDITY
INDOOR TEMPERATURE
INDOOR HUMIDITY
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE (must be set to MANUAL mode to calibrate)*

*To change from AUTO to MANUAL pressure mode and vice versa, PRESS AND HOLD the “set” button for at least 10 seconds. The display indicates the current pressure mode selected, “auto” or “manual”. After 10 seconds of inactivity, the display will save the adjustments and exit calibration mode.
NOTE: Calibrations will be erased if the display is reset or if batteries are removed.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Solution

NO OUTDOOR SENSOR
RECEPTION
no bars| If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars: Relocate the display and/or the outdoor sensor. The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other.

Make sure both units are placed at least 3 ft (.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 -4˚F/-20˚C). 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.

OUTDOOR
TEMPERATURE
IS FLASHING OR
SHOWING DASHES| Flashing of the outdoor temperature is generally an indication of wireless interference.

Bring both the sensor and display indoors and remove batteries/power adapter from each.
Make sure the A-B-C switches on both units match.
Reinstall batteries in the outdoor sensor.
Reinstall batteries/power adapter in the display.
Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for a few minutes to gain a strong connection.

INACCURATE FORECAST|

Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.
Has Learning Mode icon disappeared from the display? Learning Mode must complete before forecast and pressure will be accurate.
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|

Check that the power adapter is plugged into the displayand an electrical outlet.• Check that the batteries are installed correctly. Batteriesmay need to be replaced.• Reset the display by pressing and holding the RESET button, located in the battery compartment of the display. Date and time will need to be entered after a rese Check that the power adapt r is plugged into the display Band 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 utton, located in the battery compartment of the display. Date and time will need to be entered after a rese

Problem

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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.
Make sure DCHP is enabled on your router. Most routers have DHCP enabled by default.
nsure your router is broadcasting a 2.4 GHz network. TheM weather station display is equipped with a Wi-Fi module that only supports 2.4 GHz wireless networks.
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.

INACCURATE
TEMPERATURE OR
HUMIDITY

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Make sure both the display and sensor are placed out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents (see page 8).
Make sure both units are M positioned away from moisture sources (see page 8).

INACCURATE WIND
READINGS

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What is wind reading being compared to? Pro weather stations are typically mounted at 30 ft or higher. 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 reely. If they hesitateN or stop, try lubricating with graphite powder or spray lubricant.

Specifications

INDOOR TEMPERATURE RANGE

| 32˚F to 122˚F; 0˚C to 50˚C
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INDOOR HUMIDITY RANGE|

1% to 99%

WIRELESS RANGE

| 330 ft/100 m depending on home construction materials
POWER|

5V power adapter 3 x AAA alkaline batteries (optional)

DATA REPORTING

| Indoor Temperature & Humidity: 60 second updates
WI-FI|

802.11.b/g/n Connectivity requires an active 2.4 GHz broadband internet connection

Customer Support

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For assistance, please have the model number of this product available and visit acurite.com/support. There, you can find:

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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 ortelevision 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:

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* Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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- 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:

This device may not cause interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device

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