FCC ID: OMOTX23R WIRELESS RAIN STATION

by: La Crosse Technology Ltd. latest update: 2015-08-02 model: TX23R

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1		ID Label/Location Info	pdf		/ February 08 2015
1		RF Exposure Info	pdf		/ February 08 2015
1		Test Report	pdf		/ February 08 2015
1		Test Setup Photos	pdf		/ February 08 2015

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Model: 724-1710v2 Instructional Manual Current Date: 070715 Wireless Rain Station with Indoor/Outdoor Temperature Table Of Contents

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Button Location Assembly and Setup TX23R Rain Sensor TX23T Temperature Sensor 724-1710v2 Rain Station LCD Features Button Functions Settings Rainfall Alert (24 Hour) Activate/Deactivate Alert Low Battery Icons Rain Readings and Cylinder Graph

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Clear Current Rainfall Readings

1 2 2 4 5 5 6 7 9 9 9 10 11 Rainfall Daily History 11

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12 Clear Daily History Records

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12 Time Alarm

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12 Activate/Deactivate Time Alarm

12 Snooze

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13 Search for Rain Sensor

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13 Search for Temperature Sensor

13 Position Rain Sensor

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13 Position Temperature Sensor

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Specifications 14

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Care and Maintenance 15

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15 Warranty and Support

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16 FCC Statement

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Canada Statement -------------- 17 Button Location 1. Front View Front Buttons 1 2 3 4 Time Settings Alarm Snooze Rain Alert History Rain 1 2 3 4 Back Buttons 1 2 Daily History/Clear TX Search Back View 1 2 Page | 1 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Assembly and Setup Lets identify the parts of the rain sensor. TX17R Rain Sensor Funnel Portion Base Rocker Tabs either end of funnel portion Tabs for Battery Compartment 1. Press the two tabs on each end of the rain sensor and lift off the funnel portion. Push both white tabs on each side 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Page | 2 2. The battery compartment is under the rocker. Firmly squeeze all four tabs and lift battery compartment off of base and turn it upside down to show battery compartment. Tabs 3. Insert 2 AA Alkaline batteries below the rocker of the TX23R rain sensor. AA AA Two AA Batteries 4. Position the battery compartment over base and press down so all four tabs lock in place. Make sure the alignment tab is facing the arrow on the base. Page | 3 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support 5. Match the UP arrow on the front of the blue base and the DOWN arrow on the front of the white funnel portion. 6. Press down until the white tabs lock in place. Arrows Note: It is important to match up the arrows, as the rocker is offset by the antenna; the funnel needs to center over the rocker in order to record rainfall. TX23T Temperature Sensor 1. Insert batteries into the outdoor temperature sensor. Observe the correct polarity. 2. The red LED will flash during transmission. 2 AA Batteries A A A A Red LED 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Page | 4 A A A A 724-1710v2 Rain Station 1. Insert batteries into the rain station. Observe the correct polarity. 2. Leave the rain station and sensors sit 5 -10 feet apart for 15 minutes to lock in both sensors. 3. Both the temperature and the rain sensor should appear on the rain station in the first minute. 4. You can tip the rocker of the rain sensor to simulate rain and receive a reading to the rain station. 5. After 15 minutes mount the rain sensor in an open area outside. Mount the temperature sensor in a shaded location outside. LCD Features 3 1 4 5 6 2 7 1 2 3 Rainfall Alert Icon Rain Sensor Reception Icon Rainfall: Current, 1hour, 24 Hour, 7 days, Month, and Total 4 5 6 7 Time, Date, Days Ago Rainfall History Indoor Temperature Outdoor Temperature Rainfall Graph Page | 5 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Button Functions SETTINGS Button (Time) Normal Mode:

Hold to enter settings mode. Settings Mode:

Press to confirm a setting and move to next item. SNOOZE Button (Alarm) Normal Mode:

Press to view Alarm time. Alarm Mode:

Hold to set Alarm time. Press to arm/disarm alarm. Alarm Ringing:

Press to arm snooze feature for 10 minutes. Snooze Mode:

Press to exit snooze mode. ALERT Button (Rain) Normal Mode:

Hold to enter rain alert mode. Press to view rain alert Alerts Mode:

Press to arm/disarm rain alert RAIN Button (History) Normal Mode:

Hold to search for rain sensor. Press to view current rain readings. (1HR, 24HR, 7 DAYS, MONTH, TOTAL) 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Page | 6 Back Buttons UP ARROW (Daily History, Clear) Normal Mode:

Hold to clear current rainfall readings. Press to view Days Ago History Days Ago History Mode:

Press to history 1 day at a time. Hold to search history by date. Settings Mode:

Press to increase a value. DOWN ARROW (TX Search) Normal Mode:

Hold to search for outdoor temperature sensor. Settings Mode:

Press to decrease a value. Settings Hold the SETTINGS button to enter set mode. Press the ARROW buttons (back) to adjust a value. Press the SETTINGS button to confirm and move to next item. Settings order:

1. 12/24 hour 2. Year 3. Month 4. Date 5. Hour 6. Minutes 7. Language (English/Spanish/French) 8. F/C 9. MM/IN (millimeters or inches for rain) Note: The rain station will default out of set mode when no buttons are pressed for 20 seconds. Page | 7 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support 1. 12Hr (default) or 24Hr time 2. Select Year or 3. Select Month 4. Select Date 5. Select Hour 6. Select Minutes 7. Set Language or or 8. Set Fahrenheit or Celsius or 9. Select Inches or Millimeter or 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Page | 8 Rainfall Alert (24 Hour) 1. Press the ALERT button to enter Rain Alert Mode. 2. In Alert mode, hold the ALERT button until the rain station beeps to set the 24 hour rainfall alert. 3. Press the ARROW buttons to adjust the alert value. 4. Press the ALERT button to confirm. Activate/Deactivate Rainfall Alert In alert mode press and release the ALERT button to activate or deactivate the alert. The alert bell icon will show when active. When the alert value is reached, the alarm will beep for 5 seconds, then once each minute. Press any button to stop the alert from sounding Low Battery Indicators 1 2 3 Rain sensor batteries Rain station batteries Temperature sensor batteries 1 2 3 Page | 9 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Rain Readings and Cylinder Graph Rain readings with a corresponding cylinder graph. Press and release the RAIN button to view rain readings in the Rain Window. CURRENT Rain readings from the start of a rain event until no rain accumulation for 30 minutes. This will reset to zero after 30 minutes of no rainfall. 1 HR Rainfall of the last 12 consecutive 5 minutes of rainfall. Example: if rain started at 5:50, the data from 5:50 to 6:49 means 1 HR. Reading resets to zero at the top of each hour. 24 HR Based on the past 24, 1-hour increments. This is a running total that changes hourly. 7 DAYS Based on the last 7, 24-hour readings. This is not a subject to the calendar. Be sure time and date are set. MONTH Total rainfall from the first day of the month to last day of the month. TOTAL Total rainfall since powered on or reset. Note: As time passes without rain, the 1 hour, 24 hour, and 7 day rain totals will count down to zero. 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Page | 10 Clear Current Rainfall Readings Press the RAIN button to select which rainfall reading to clear. Hold the UP ARROW button to clear the individual record. Each record can be cleared individually. This will not clear histroy (DAYS AGO) records. Rainfall Daily History Record

(up to 365 days) View rainfall history by toggling back one day at a time or search by date. One Day at a Time:

Press the UP ARROW button to view the rain history. DAYS AGO and the date appear. Press UP ARROW button repeatedly, to scroll back one day at a time.

(365 days of record history maximum) Search by Date:

1. Press the UP ARROW button to view the rain history. 2. DAYS AGO heading and the date appear. 3. In DAYS AGO mode, hold the UP ARROW until the rain station beeps. 4. The Year will flash. Press the ARROW buttons to select the Year. 5. Press SETTINGS button to confirm and move to Month. 6. The Month will flash. Press the ARROW buttons to select the Month. 7. Press SETTINGS button to confirm and move to the Date. 8. The Date will flash. Press the ARROW buttons to select the Date. 9. Press SETTINGS button to confirm and exit. Note: If no buttons are pressed for 20 seconds, the rain station will default to normal mode. Page | 11 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Clear Rainfall Daily History Records Remove batteries. Insert batteries. Hold the ARROW buttons together. Note: removing batteries will clear all current readings. Time Alarm 1. Press the SNOOZE button to enter alarm mode. 2. In alarm mode, hold the SNOOZE button to set alarm. 3. Press the ARROW buttons (back) to adjust a value. 4. Press the SNOOZE button to confirm and move to next item. Settings order:

1. Hour 2. Minutes Alarm Icon Activate/Deactivate Time Alarm The alarm automatically activates when you set the alarm time. To activate or deactive the alarm at any time:

Press the SNOOZE button to enter alarm mode. Press and release the SNOOZE button to activate and deactive the time alarm. The alarm bell icon will show when active. Snooze When the alarm sounds, press the SNOOZE button to silence the alarm for 10 minutes. The snooze function may be repeated. Hold the SNOOZE to exit snooze mode. Press any other button to stop the alarm for one day. 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Page | 12 Search for Rain Sensor Hold the RAIN button for three seconds. The rain reception icon will flash while searching for the sensor. The reception icon will be solid when connected to rain sensor. Search for Temperature Sensor Hold the DOWN arrow button for three seconds. The temperature area will flash dashes. Temperature reading = connected. Position Rain Sensor TX23R 1. Mount in an open area for a more accurate rain count. 2. Install the Rain sensor on a level platform that is stationary. 3. Insert two mounting screws (not included) through the holes in the base of the rain sensor. 4. Ideally, the Rain sensor should be mounted at least 6 ft in the air and have a direct line of sight to the display. 5. The rain sensor should be accessible to allow for periodic cleaning of debris or insects. 6. The maximum wireless transmission range to the rain station is over 300 feet (91 meters) in open air, not including walls or floors. Position Temperature Sensor TX23T 1. Mount the Outdoor Sensor on a north-facing wall or in any well shaded area. Under an eave or deck rail is preferred. 2. Insert one mounting screw (not included) through the hole at the top of the outdoor sensor. 3. The maximum wireless transmission range to the rain station is over 300 feet (91 meters) in open air, not including walls or floors. 4. Be sure the outdoor sensor is mounted vertically. Page | 13 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Specifications Indoor Outdoor Rain Batteries

(not included) Battery Life Dimensions Temperature Range: +14F to 140F (-10C to 60C) Temperature Range: -40F to 140F (-40C to 60C) Distance: Over 330ft. (100 meters) RF 915MHz (open air) Up to 99.99 inches (999.9 mm) Distance: Over 330ft. (100 meters) RF 915MHz (open air) RainStation: 2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries Rain Sensor: 2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries Temperature Sensor: 2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries Over 12 months when using reputable batteries Rain Station: 4.27 L x 1.48 W x 3.88 H

(108 x 38 x 99 mm) TX23R Sensor: 6.00 L x 5.10 W x 4.21 H

(152 x 130 x 107mm) TX23T Sensor: 1.67 L x 0.79 W x 6.1 H

(42.5 x 20 x 155 mm) 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Page | 14 Care and Maintenance Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix Alkaline, Standard, Lithium or Rechargeable Batteries. Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for intended use. Replace all batteries of a set at the same time. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Ensure the batteries are installed with correct polarity (+and -). Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be used for an ex-

tended period. Remove expired batteries promptly. Warranty and Support La Crosse Technology, Ltd. provides a 1-year limited time warranty

(from date of purchase) on this product relating to manufacturing defects in materials & workmanship. Before returning a product, please contact our friendly customer support with questions or visit our online help:

Phone: 1-608-782-1610 Online Product Support:

www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Product Registration:

www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/register View full warranty details online at:

www.lacrossetechnology.com/warranty_info.pdf Warranty Address:

La Crosse Technology, Ltd 2830 S. 26th St. La Crosse, WI 54601 Protected under U.S. Patents:

5,978,738 | 6,076,044 |RE43903 Page | 15 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support FCC Statement 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 interfer-

ence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac-

cordance 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 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. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interfer-

ence that may cause undesired operation. Caution!

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifica-

tions could void the user authority to operate the equipment. All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced in any form, even in part, or duplicated or processed using electronic, mechanical or chemical process without the written permission of the publisher. This booklet may contain errors or misprints. The information it contains is regularly checked and corrections are included in subsequent editions. We disclaim any responsibility for any technical error or printing error, or their consequences. All trademarks and patents are recognized. 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support Page | 16 Canada Statement This device complies with Industry Canadas licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause interference; and(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme aux CNR exemptes de licence d'Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:( 1 ) Ce dispositif ne peut causer d'interfrences; et( 2 ) Ce dispositif doit accepter toute interfrence, ycompris les interfrences qui peuvent causerun mauvais fonctionnement de l'appareil. Page | 17 724-1710v2 www.lacrossetechnology.com/support

		frequency	equipment class	purpose
1	2015-08-02	915 ~ 915	DXX - Part 15 Low Power Communication Device Transmitter	Original Equipment

Application Forms

app s	Applicant Information
1	Effective	2015-08-02
1	Applicant's complete, legal business name	La Crosse Technology Ltd.
1	FCC Registration Number (FRN)	0007283062
1	Physical Address	2809 Losey Blvd. South
1		La Crosse, WI
1		United States

app s	TCB Information
1	TCB Application Email Address	s******@nemko.com
1	TCB Scope	A1: Low Power Transmitters below 1 GHz (except Spread Spectrum), Unintentional Radiators, EAS (Part 11) & Consumer ISM devices

app s	FCC ID
1	Grantee Code	OMO
1	Equipment Product Code	TX23R

app s	Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact
1	Name	A****** J M****
1	Title	President
1	Telephone Number	608-7******** Extension:
1	Fax Number	608-7********
1	E-mail	s******@lacrossetechnology.com

app s	Technical Contact
1	Firm Name	BTL Inc.
1	Name	S****** L**
1	Physical Address	Dongguan
1	Physical Address	China
1	E-mail	s******@newbtl.com

app s	Non Technical Contact
1	Firm Name	BTL Inc.
1	Name	C**** W******
1	Physical Address	Dongguan
1	Physical Address	China
1	E-mail	c******@newbtl.com

app s	Confidentiality (long or short term)
1	Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?:	Yes
1	Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?:	No
	if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant.

app s	Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc
1	Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization?	No
1	Equipment Class	DXX - Part 15 Low Power Communication Device Transmitter
1	Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant)	WIRELESS RAIN STATION
1	Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application?	No
1	Modular Equipment Type	Does not apply
1	Purpose / Application is for	Original Equipment
1	Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization?	No
1	Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization?	No
1	Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application?	No
1	If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded?	No

app s	Test Firm Name and Contact Information
1	Firm Name	BTL Inc.
1	Name	D****** D****
1	Telephone Number	00867******** Extension:
1	Fax Number	0086 ********
1	E-mail	d******@btl.org.cn

Equipment Specifications
	Line	Rule Parts	Grant Notes	Lower Frequency	Upper Frequency	Power Output	Tolerance	Emission Designator	Microprocessor Number
1	1	15C		915.00000000	915.00000000

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