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Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor
weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
I have an old La Crosse, more than 5 years old,
still going... Have you tried different locations, especially your indoor station? Sometimes that helps. marc |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On 1/22/2013 10:23 AM, Art Harris wrote:
About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art There could have been corrosion to the electrical connection on the outdoor sensor or if it has wires on the outside, squirrels are bad about chewing on wires. ^_^ TDD |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On Tue, 22 Jan 2013 08:23:54 -0800 (PST), Art Harris
wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. If you followed them exactly-- removing the batteries from the inside one- then replacing the batteries in the outside one before replacing the inside batteries--- Then try reversing the procedure and making the receiver hot before the sender. It matters, and I have several remote thingies- and some need an active receiver first, others need an active sender first. Jim [and of course- check for on/off switches- or dead batteries.] |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On 01/22/13 11:23 am, Art Harris wrote:
About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. How cold is it where you are? What batteries did you use in the outdoor unit? I think that the Lithium ones (e.g., Energizer Lithium) are supposed to work at much lower temperatures than the regular ones. Perce |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
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Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
elbrecht wrote:
Art Harris wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. If you followed them exactly-- removing the batteries from the inside one- then replacing the batteries in the outside one before replacing the inside batteries--- Then try reversing the procedure and making the receiver hot before the sender. It matters, and I have several remote thingies- and some need an active receiver first, others need an active sender first. Thanks to all for the suggestions. I just tried powering up the receiver first, but no joy. Was worth a try though. I think it's most likely that the transmitter unit is at fault (since it has has been outside in the heat and cold, though sheltered from rain and snow). I put brand new Dura-cell batteries in both units, and checked their voltage. Maybe I can get a new transmitter unit only from La Crosse. I like this product because it looks good, is easy to read, and gives me all I need to know and nothing more. It worked perfectly for about two years. Art |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On Jan 22, 10:23*am, Art Harris wrote:
About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art Have you switched batteries between the units? HAve you placed the outdoor transmitter just a couple of feet away from the receiver to see if there is a response at the close-in distance? |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On 1/22/2013 10:23 AM, Art Harris wrote:
About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art Are you sure that it is a model 8300? I have several La Crosse units but I am not familiar with that model nor can I find it on their website. On the units that I am familiar with you must reset the unit after changing batteries. On some models you simply press the "+" key for a couple of seconds until you hear a short beep. This synchronizes the transmitter and receiver together. To take a look at one of mine just point your browser to www.dongares.com/weather.htm Don |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
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Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
"Art Harris" wrote in message ... elbrecht wrote: Art Harris wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. If you followed them exactly-- removing the batteries from the inside one- then replacing the batteries in the outside one before replacing the inside batteries--- Then try reversing the procedure and making the receiver hot before the sender. It matters, and I have several remote thingies- and some need an active receiver first, others need an active sender first. Thanks to all for the suggestions. I just tried powering up the receiver first, but no joy. Was worth a try though. I think it's most likely that the transmitter unit is at fault (since it has has been outside in the heat and cold, though sheltered from rain and snow). I put brand new Dura-cell batteries in both units, and checked their voltage. Maybe I can get a new transmitter unit only from La Crosse. I like this product because it looks good, is easy to read, and gives me all I need to know and nothing more. It worked perfectly for about two years. Art Art The ones I have (not your brand) have 3 different settings to match the receiver. When the batteries die I need to match them up after replacing the batteries. WW |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On 1/22/2013 12:37 PM, Art Harris wrote:
elbrecht wrote: Art Harris wrote: .... I think it's most likely that the transmitter unit is at fault (since it has has been outside in the heat and cold, though sheltered fromrain and snow). Well, that's where it's supposed to be so I wouldn't presume that should cause a problem.. :) I put brand new Dura-cell batteries in both units, and checked their voltage. I have a Davis Instruments unit and when it occasionally loses the signal from the outside unit I walk the receiver closer until it synch's again and then can return it to the spot in the house where it normally resides (the remote unit is behind the silo and the house has steel siding from direct site of the unit but it was the only convenient place at the time and I've not worked on rigging up a special location for it). Anyway, I'd suggest trying that as someone else also suggested--get the two in close proximity. There should be a way to test the communications on the base unit I'd think. Contact LeCrosse directly--I presume they have a tech support group--the Davis Instruments folks are very helpful. -- |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On Tuesday, January 22, 2013 2:32:41 PM UTC-5, IGot2P wrote:
On 1/22/2013 10:23 AM, Art Harris wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art Are you sure that it is a model 8300? I have several La Crosse units but I am not familiar with that model nor can I find it on their website. On the units that I am familiar with you must reset the unit after changing batteries. On some models you simply press the "+" key for a couple of seconds until you hear a short beep. This synchronizes the transmitter and receiver together. To take a look at one of mine just point your browser to www.dongares.com/weather.htm Don Yes, it is an 8300. Here's what it looks like: http://lacrossetechnology.com/8300/ Their instruction is to put batteries in the Transmitting unit first, then the receiving unit (with the units a few feet apart). I've tried both ways. I got this unit a couple of years ago, so it may be discontinued. Has worked flawlessly until now. The coldest it gets around here is around 5F and that's rare. The night it failed was only around 27F. Art |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On 2013-01-22, Art Harris wrote:
About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station This is jes my two cents. First, be aware La Crosse is about the cheapest weather stuff available. Walmart carries it. My LC remote temp thingie lasted 1 yr before dying most especially dead for no particular reason. Second, I wouldn't buy Duracell at gunpoint! I've seen their alkaline coppertop batteries stop working in sub-freezing temps. That has never happened with Energizers, IME. Free bonus fyi cent: Don't waster yer money on Energinzer lithiums. IMO, they're worth more than any la crosse unit you put 'em in. ;) nb |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On 1/22/2013 1:37 PM, Art Harris wrote:
elbrecht wrote: Art Harris wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. If you followed them exactly-- removing the batteries from the inside one- then replacing the batteries in the outside one before replacing the inside batteries--- Then try reversing the procedure and making the receiver hot before the sender. It matters, and I have several remote thingies- and some need an active receiver first, others need an active sender first. Thanks to all for the suggestions. I just tried powering up the receiver first, but no joy. Was worth a try though. I think it's most likely that the transmitter unit is at fault (since it has has been outside in the heat and cold, though sheltered from rain and snow). The unit we have has a small LED on the sender. It winks when the sender is sending a reading. Does your unit have an LED? I put brand new Dura-cell batteries in both units, and checked their voltage. Maybe I can get a new transmitter unit only from La Crosse. I like this product because it looks good, is easy to read, and gives me all I need to know and nothing more. It worked perfectly for about two years. Art |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
notbob wrote:
On 2013-01-22, Art Harris wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station This is jes my two cents. First, be aware La Crosse is about the cheapest weather stuff available. Walmart carries it. I'm not a "serious" weather guy. This unit was a gift. It looks nice and uncluttered in my kitchen, and gives accurate outdoor temp data so I can decide what to wear before going outside. I had no trouble for about two years (never even had to replace the batts). If I can get new sensor for around $20 I'll be a happy camper. Art Art |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
My remote temp from Walmart, has a teeny tiny reset button on the back.
Needs tip of pen or pencil to push the remote. I think both TX and RX have reset button. As someone else suggested, test the batteries you put in. I've seen duds from the package. Visually also check for corroded spring and terminal inside the unit. Please let us know how it works out. Christopher A. Young Learn more about Jesus www.lds.org .. "Art Harris" wrote in message ... About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On Tue, 22 Jan 2013 08:23:54 -0800 (PST), Art Harris
wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art That should do it. Maybe try the outside ones again. |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:59:13 -0500, Metspitzer
wrote: On Tue, 22 Jan 2013 08:23:54 -0800 (PST), Art Harris wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art That should do it. Maybe try the outside ones again. BTW I love mine. I wish I could buy a couple more for the bedrooms that use the same outside temp. sensor. The small bedroom size ones do not come with the outside temp. |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On Tue, 22 Jan 2013 08:23:54 -0800 (PST), Art Harris
wrote: About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art I have another brand and you connect the components together with what is essentially phone wire with connectors. The connectors corroded and needed to be cleaned up. I use lithium batteries and get at least two years out of them. |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
In article a4023691-a14b-4832-b2a5-ec67ce3e0944
@p17g2000vbn.googlegroups.com, says... About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently... I have bought several *wireless* indoor/outdoor thermometers... They ALL are a piece of crap! None of them worked very long. One worked a year and a half, but I don't consider that long. And not a battery problem. Anyway I switched to the "wired" type and those have been working fine for several years. The only problem with these is you need to run a wire from the inside unit to the outside sensor. |
UPDATE: Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem Solved
Since it seemed more likely than not that the outdoor sensor was the culprit, I located and ordered a replacement sensor. I installed batteries in the new sensor first, then in the indoor unit. After about ten seconds, the indoor unit started to respond. Moved the sensor to it's usual outdoor location, and all is back to normal.
Thanks to all who responded! Interesting footnote: The online shop I bought the sensor from is for wine enthusiasts. They sell the weather station to folks who want to monitor the temperature and humidity of their wine cellar! Art Harris |
Indoor/Outdoor Weather Station Problem
On Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 11:23:54 AM UTC-5, Art Harris wrote:
About two years ago, my daughter gave us a La Crosse Indoor / Outdoor weather station (Model 8300) with an outdoor sensor/transmitter unit. It worked perfectly until recently, and we've become addicted to it. Two days ago, the outdoor readings disappeared. I replaced the batteries in both the indoor and outdoor units, following the procedure in the manual, but cannot get any outdoor readings. Would welcome any helpfull hints or recomendations for a similar weather product. Thanks, Art open up the transmitter clean the curcuit board with a paper towel THERE IS SOME WHITE POWDER ON THE TERMINALS BEHIND THE JACKS Clean off the corrosion and any bugs that have got inside Clean the inside of the jacks Shold work now |
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