La Crosse Technology WS-9005U-IT Wireless Rain Center for Home

Track rain conditions effortlessly with this innovative wireless rain center. Part of La Crosse Technology’s The Weather Channel collection, this system includes a TX24U-IT rain bucket sensor and a sleek white LCD receiver. The receiver can either stand independently on a tabletop or be mounted on a wall, providing flexibility in its placement.

The rain sensor is designed to measure total rainfall, offering an impressive range from 0 to 787 inches. It also provides data on rainfall over the past 24 hours and assesses the heaviness of the current rainfall. To avoid overflow, the rain bucket is equipped with a self-emptying feature through its internal tilting cup design, ensuring reliable performance.

When it comes to transmitting data, the sensor operates seamlessly from a distance of up to 330 feet, sending updates every six seconds on a 915 MHz frequency. The receiver presents the total rainfall and the 24-hour rainfall measurements with precision, displaying readings to the hundredth of an inch. Users will find graphic indicators on the display illustrating current rain conditions. Specifically, if rainfall exceeds ten 0.2-inch readings in a ten-minute span, the heavy rainfall indicator illuminates. This animated graphic differentiates itself from the light rainfall indicator, offering clear visual cues.

Another useful feature of this rain center is its customizable rainfall alarm, which alerts users with a beeping sound once a user-defined amount of rain—ranging from 0.05 to 4 inches—is reached over a 24-hour period. The intuitive two-button interface makes it easy to set the alarm and reset the total rainfall. Notably, the 24-hour rainfall total resets to 0.00 every day, allowing for consistent tracking.

For optimal accuracy in rain measurement, it’s essential to install the rain bucket in a stable, flat position without any obstructions that might interfere with its function. The system requires the separate purchase of two AA and two AAA batteries to operate. Additionally, a limited one-year manufacturer's warranty accompanies this product for peace of mind.

The dimensions of the receiver are 2-9/10 inches wide, 1-1/5 inches deep, and 3-5/6 inches high, while the rain bucket measures 5-2/3 inches wide, 2-1/5 inches deep, and 3-1/2 inches high.

In summary, this wireless rain center is a remarkable gadget equipped with a self-tipping rain sensor, displaying total rainfall and the rainfall recorded over the last 24 hours. Its dual indicators for current rain conditions—light and heavy—along with its impressive transmission capabilities make it an invaluable tool for rain monitoring. The display updates every 4.5 seconds, ensuring that users remain informed of changing conditions in real-time.

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