V61 / C75716 Set Up and Mounting

Setup:  How Do I Setup My V61?

Your station is a fully functional standalone station. 

1. Insert 3 “AA” batteries into the LTV-WSDTH04 sensor.
2. Insert 2 “AA” batteries into the LTV-R3 sensor.
3. Install 5 volt power cord into outlet, and into the station. Remove the insulation tab from the CR2032 battery in your station.
4. Let sensor and station sit within 10 feet of each other for several minutes to lock the sensor signal to the display.

Once the sensor is connected, you can choose to connect to the La Crosse View™ app or continue to use as a standalone station.  You can always connect later if you choose. 

 

Where Do I Mount/Position My Sensors?

LTV-WSDTH04:

• Place your wind sensor two times higher than any large object within 50 feet. Wind does not pass through hard objects; it is distorted by them. If your sensor is too close you will measure the air turbulence and not actual wind
• Place away from Wind passing through trees moves slower than wind in open areas.
• Mount your sensor in a vertical position with the wind cups on
• Maximum transmission distance from your multi-sensor to your station, in open air is 400 feet (121.92meters).
• Use the included mounting bracket or your own mounting pole (no more than 1 inch outer diameter to fit). Secure to the sensor with screws Tighten the screws to snug (do not over tighten).
• Solar panel must face South to provide correct Wind
• General Wind Sensor mounting video: http://bit.ly/wind sensor mounting

LTV-R3:

• Mount the Rain Sensor horizontally and ensure its
• The sensor should be mounted more than 3 feet above
• Your Rain sensor needs to be in an open area for accurate
• Make sure the base of your Rain Sensor is not in a
• This Rain Sensor has drainage holes in the bottom to allow it to self-empty.
• View sensor mounting video at: http://bit.ly/Rain_SensorMounting

Where Do I Place My Station?

Your station is designed for flexible placement on a desk or countertop, or to position on the wall. When the stand is closed, it provides wall mounting holes.

• Position within reach of an outlet that is always Some outlets in living rooms and in bedrooms may only be active when the light switch is on.
• This station must operate with the 5 volt power cord to receive sensor updates and/or to update Wi-Fi data when Operation on battery power will only maintain time/date settings if you need to move your station.
• Best reception occurs when only one wall is between your station and each sensor outside.
• Position you station six feet from other electronics and wireless devices. If you suspect RF (radio frequency) interference, simply move your weather station a few feet.

 

What is Distance / Resistance / Interference?

Distance:

• The maximum transmitting range in open air is over 400 feet (121.92 meters) between each sensor and your
• Consider the signal path from your station to each sensor as a straight
• Consider the distance the station is from other electronics in the

Resistance:

• Each obstacle: walls, windows, vegetation, stucco, concrete, and large metal objects will reduce the effective signal range by about one-half.
• Mounting your sensors on a metal fence can significantly reduce the effective signal

Interference:

• Consider electronics in the signal path between the sensors and your
• Simple relocation of the sensors or the station may correct an interference
• Windows can reflect the radio
• Metal will absorb the RF (radio frequency)
• Stucco held to the wall by a metal mesh will cause
• Transmitting antennas from: ham radios, emergency dispatch centers, airports, military bases, may cause interference.
• Electrical wires, utilities, cables, may create interference if too close.