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Solar Weather Station Moon phase............................................................... 7

Advance Backlight ................................................................... 7
Model: BAR808HG / BAR808HGA Reset .......................................................................... 7
USER MANUAL Precautions ............................................................... 7
CONTENTS Specifications ........................................................... 8
Overview.................................................................... 2 About Oregon Scientific .......................................... 9
Front view .............................................................. 2 EU-Declaration of conformity .................................. 9
Back view .............................................................. 3 FCC statement .......................................................... 9
Remote sensor ...................................................... 3
Getting started .......................................................... 4
Solar panel ............................................................ 4
Insert batteries ...................................................... 4
Remote sensor.......................................................... 4
Sensor data transmission ...................................... 4
Clock .......................................................................... 5
Clock reception ..................................................... 5
Manually set clock ................................................. 5
Weather forecast ...................................................... 6
Weather warning message ...................................... 6
Temperature and humidity ...................................... 6
Ice warning ............................................................ 7
Weather trends ....................................................... 7
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OVERVIEW channel selected
3. : Outdoor remote sensor battery low
FRONT VIEW
4. Moon phase display
5. Weather forecast
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6. Indoor temperature (Current / Max / Min) with
temperature trend
7. AM /PM
8. : Clock signal reception indicator
2 9. : Main unit batteries low / no battery
3 12 10. MODE: Change settings / display
11. : Increase value of the setting; activate clock
4 reception signal; toggle between outdoor channels
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(1-3)
14 12. Outdoor temperature (Current / Max / Min) with
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temperature trend
13. Outdoor humidity (Current / Max / Min) with humidity
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7 15 trend
8 16 14. Weather warning message
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17 15. Indoor humidity (Current / Max / Min) with humidity
18 trend
10 19
16. : Time zone offset
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11 17. Calendar / Clock with weekday / second
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18. : Ice alert LED indicator
19. LIGHT: Activate backlight
1. Solar panel 20. MEM: View current, maximum and minimum
2. : Remote sensor reception indicator and outdoor temperature / humidity
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21. : Decrease value of the setting; deactivate clock 1. Wall mount hole
reception signal 2. RESET: Reset unit to default settings
3. EU / UK: Select the nearest radio signal (BAR808HG
BACK VIEW only)
4. °C / °F: Select temperature unit

REMOTE SENSOR
1

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3 5

2
3
4 1. LED status indicator
2. Wall mount hole
3. Battery compartment
4. RESET hole
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GETTING STARTED or wet conditions for an accurate reading.

SOLAR PANEL
The solar panel is an energy saving feature, which is an
environmentally friendly way to provide additional power
to the main unit and prolongs battery life. However, it
cannot replace battery power entirely.

INSERT BATTERIES
1. Remove the battery compartment.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities.
3. Press RESET after each battery change.
150cm(5ft)
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 the battery, matching the polarities.
NOTE Use alkaline batteries for longer usage and
3. Select a channel. Press RESET after each battery
consumer grade lithium batteries in temperatures below
change. freezing.
4. Close the battery door.
5. Place the sensor within 30 m (98 ft) of the main unit SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION
using the table stand or wall mount.
To search for a sensor:
TIP Ideal placements for the sensor would be in any Press and hold + MODE.
location on the exterior of the home at a height of not The sensor reception icon in the remote sensor area
more than 5 ft and which can shield it from direct sunlight shows the status:
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ICON DESCRIPTION To enable / disable signal reception:
Main unit is searching for Press and hold to enable or to disable signal
sensor(s). reception.
A channel has been found.
NOTE Reception takes 2-10 minutes. If the signal is weak,
it can take up to 24 hours to get a valid signal. If signal
The sensor cannot be found. reception is unsuccessful, place your unit next to a window,
press and hold to force another signal search.
TIP The transmission range may vary depending on Clock signal reception indicator:
many factors. You may need to experiment with various
STRONG SIGNAL WEAK / NO SIGNAL
locations to get the best results.

CLOCK
CLOCK RECEPTION
This product is designed to synchronize its clock MANUALLY SET CLOCK
automatically with a clock signal.
To set the clock manually, disable the signal reception
first.
BAR808HG:Slide EU / UK to select the signal 1. Press and hold MODE.
received.
2. Press or to change the settings.
• EU: DCF-77 signal: within 1500 km (932 miles) of
3. Press MODE to confirm.
Frankfurt, Germany.
The settings order is: time zone, 12/24 hr format, hour,
• UK: MSF-60 signal: within 1500 km (932 miles) of minute, year, calendar mode (day – month / month
Anthorn, England. – day), month, day and language.

BAR808HGA: WWVB-60 signal: within 3200km (2000 BAR808HG: Time zone offset sets the clock +/- 23
miles) of Fort Collins Colorado. hours from the received clock signal time.If you have
deactivated the clock signal reception, do not set a value
for time zone.
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BAR808HGA: Select the time zone: (P) Pacific, (E)
Eastern, (C) Central or (M) Mountain. Warning Meaning

NOTE The language options are English (E), German (D), Risk of high temperatures
French (F), Italian (I), and Spanish (S), and Russian (R).
Risk of fast wind speeds
To select display mode:
Press MODE to choose between clock with seconds / Risk of a storm
weekday / calendar / moon phase.
Risk of foggy conditions
WEATHER FORECAST Risk of icy conditions
This product forecasts the next 12 to 24 hours of weather
within a 30-50 km (19-31 mile) radius.

Sunny TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY

To toggle temperature unit:
Partially Cloudy Press °C / °F.

Cloudy To toggle between each outdoor sensor’s readings:

Press repeatedly
OR
Rainy
Press and hold + MEM for 2 seconds to initiate auto
toggle of outdoor channels.
Snowy
To end, press

To toggle between current, minimum and maximum

WEATHER WARNING MESSAGE records:
The weather warning messages provide indications of Press MEM repeatedly.
probable circumstances that may arise based on the
weather station’s calculations. The meanings for the To clear the records:
warnings are illustrated below: Press and hold MEM.
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ICE WARNING NOTE Star icons around the moon phase will be displayed
from 6 o’clock in the evening to 6 o’clock the next morning.
If the channel 1 sensor falls between 3°C to -2 °C (37°F
to 28°F), LED indicator will flash, and will stop flashing
once the temperature is out of this range. BACKLIGHT
Press LIGHT to activate backlight for 5 seconds.
NOTE As ice alert is only applicable to channel 1,
to prevent flashing of LED, select channel 2 or 3 on RESET
outdoor sensor. Press RESET to return to the default settings.
WEATHER TRENDS
PRECAUTIONS
The temperature, humidity and pressure trend icons are
• Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock,
based on recent sensor readings.
dust, temperature or humidity.
RISE STEADY FALL
• 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.
MOON PHASE • Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive
In moon phase mode, press or to scan through materials.
the years (2001 to 2099). • Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components.
New Moon Full Moon This invalidates the warranty.
• Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old
Waxing Crescent Waning Gibbous batteries.
• Images shown in this manual may differ from the
First quarter Last quarter actual display.
• When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected
Waxing Gibbous Waning Crescent separately for special treatment and not as normal
household waste.
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• Placement of this product on certain types of wood
SPECIFICATIONS
may result in damage to its finish for which Oregon
Scientific will not be responsible. Consult the furniture TYPE DESCRIPTION
manufacturer’s care instructions for information. MAIN UNIT
• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced LxWxH 94 x 46 x 175 mm
without the permission of the manufacturer. (3.7 x 1.8 x 6.9 in)
• Do not dispose old batteries as unsorted municipal
Weight 242 g (8.5 oz) without battery
waste. Collection of such waste separately for special
treatment is necessary. Temperature range -5°C to 50°C (23°F to 122°F)
• Please note that some units are equipped with a Signal frequency 433 MHz
battery safety strip. Remove the strip from the battery Humidity range 25% - 95%
compartment before first use.
Power 3 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5 V batteries

NOTE The technical specifications for this product and

the contents of the user manual are subject to change REMOTE UNIT (THGN132N)
without notice.
LxWxH 50 x 22 x 96 mm
(1.97 x 0.87 x 3.78 in)
NOTE Features and accessories will not be available
in all countries. For more information, please contact Weight 62 g (2.22 ounces)
your local retailer. without battery
Transmission range 30 m (98 ft) unobstructed
Temperature range -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Humidity range 25% - 95%
Power 1 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5 V battery

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ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn (2) This devi ce must accept any interference received,
more about Oregon Scientific products. If you’re in including interference that may cause undesired
the US and would like to contact our Customer Care operation.
department directly, please visit: www2.oregonscientific.
com/service/support.asp
WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly
For international inquiries, please visit:
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
www2.oregonscientific.com/about/international.asp void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY NOTE This equipment has been tested and found
Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this Solar to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
Weather Station Advance (Model: BAR808HG / pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
BAR808HGA) is in compliance with the essential are designed to provide reasonable protection against
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive harmful interference in a residential installation.
1999/5/EC. A copy of the signed and dated Declaration
of Conformity is available on request via our Oregon
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
Scientific Customer Service.
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
COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
All EU countries, Switzerland CH can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
and Norway N the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
FCC STATEMENT
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
receiver.
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• 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.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following information is not to be used as contact
for support or sales. Please visit our website at www2.
oregonscientific.com/service for all enquiries.

We
Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95th Ave.,Tualatin,
Oregon 97062 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-853-8883

declare that the product

Product No.: BAR808HG / BAR808HGA
Product Name: Solar Weather Station Advance
Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited
Address: Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,
Phase 1, 41 Man Yue St.,
Hung Hom, Kowloon,
Hong Kong

is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device
may not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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