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    EN 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................. 2 Description Of Parts ............................................... 2 Installing And Replacing Batteries ........................ 3 General Operation Of The Altimeter ...................... 4 •A ltitude Calibration ................................[...]

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    EN 2 A weather forecast device, the EB833 uses barometric information to make forecasts as sunny, slightly cloudy, cloudy, and rainy. It also has a built-in thermometer. As a timepiece, this unit functions as a clock / calendar, daily alarm, and count-up timer. To optimize the usefulness of this device, be sure to read this instruction manual caref[...]

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    EN 3  [BARO] Barometer Button - Alternates between Barometric displays √ TIME Button -A lternates between Time displays  [+ -] Button - Changes the value of a setting -C lears memories - Activates / deactivates alarm - Selects units of measure - Switches from fast to slow sampling rate ≈ Battery Compartment - Houses 2 (two) CR-2032 batter[...]

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    EN 4 GENERAL OPERATION OF THE ALTIMETER In Altimeter Mode, by detecting changes in air pressure, the EB833 determines a given altitude level. Subsequently, the unit can be set to show changes in altitude and maximum / minimum elevations. It can store altitude-related data and display elevation trends over a 12-hour period of time. The unit can also[...]

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    EN 5 2. Press [ALT] to view the Altitude Max Memory Display. Display shows: 3. Press [ALT] again, to view the Altitude Min Memory Display. Display shows: 4. Press [ALT] again, Altitude History Display. Display show: * Previous altitude levels can be displayed for up to 12-hours. Press [+] or [-] to display previous altitude levels at one-hour inter[...]

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    EN 6 ALTITUDE CALIBRATION If the altitude on the display is different from the actual current altitude, the unit can be manually calibrated to reflect the true altitude level. To calibrate the altitude: 1. In Normal Altitude Display. 2. Press and hold [ALT] and [TIME] simultaneously for about 2 seconds. The CAL Hx indicator shows on the display and[...]

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    EN 7 Point B: At this point, check the Altitude Change Memory. The unit will display the net vertical difference between point A and point B. CLEARING ALTITUDE MEMORY, MAX / MIN ALTITUDE MEMORY, AND VERTICAL ASCENT / DECENT MEMORY Altitude related memories are cleared sequentially. During the sequence, correct information can be bypassed by pressin[...]

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    EN 8 activate at the specified elevation. 7. Press [ALT] again and the Altimeter exits the setting sequence. If the alarm is set to activate at a specified altitude, the will be displayed. NOTE The unit will return to the Altimeter Display if no buttons are pressed for 2 minutes. The altitude alarm setting ranges is between –500m and 7000m. ALTIT[...]

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    EN 9 NOTES ON THE ALTIMETER FUNCTIONS Altitude readings may be affected by air pressure change. Sudden changes in pressure, temperature and weather may cause an inaccurate altitude reading. The unit cannot distinguish between change of air pressure caused by a weather change or by an altitude change. However, accurate functioning of the unit can be[...]

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    EN 10 To View Different Displays in Barometric Mode: 1. Press [BARO] to move between barometric functions. Normal Barometric Display The first display in Barometric Display Mode. NOTE The unit will automatically enter Normal Barometric Display when first entering the Barometric Mode. Display shows: 2. Press [BARO] again to view the Barometric Press[...]

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    EN 11 PRESSURE HISTORY DISPLAY Barometric pressure readings can also be displayed numerically. To numerically display previous barometric pressure levels: 1. Enter Barometric History Display. 2. Press [+] or [-] to display the corresponding barometric pressure for the specified time period. NOTES ON THE BAROMETER FUNCTIONS Barometer readings may be[...]

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    EN 12 2. Press [TIME] to view the Current Date / Month Display. Display shows: 3. Press [TIME] again to view the Alarm Time Display Display shows: 4. Press [TIME] again to view the Timer Display Display shows: GENERAL OPERATION OF THE TIME AND DATE FUNCTIONS The EB833 has a Time and Date Mode. This mode also includes a count-up timer and daily wake[...]

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    EN 13 TIME AND DATE The current time and date can be set sequentially. To Set the Current Date and Time: 1. Enter Normal Altitude Display or Normal Barometer Display. 2. Press and hold [TIME] for 2 seconds, the EU or US indicator starts flashing. 3. Press [+] or [-] to select US for US format shown as month / date or EU for European format shown as[...]

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    EN 14 6. Press [TIME] again to set and activate / deactivated the alarm. 7. Press [+] or [-] to select between activation and deactivation. The alarm icon will only appear when the alarm is set. 8. Pressing [TIME] a last time to exit. The ALARM indicator stops flashing. NOTE If no buttons are pressed for 2 minutes during setting sequence, the unit [...]

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    EN 15 MAINTENANCE When handled properly, this unit is engineered to give you years of satisfactory service. Here are a few product care instructions: 1. Do not immerse the unit in water. If the unit comes in contact with water, dry it immediately with a soft lint- free cloth. 2. Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials. Abrasive c[...]

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    EN 16 Resolution 0.1 ° C (0.2 ° F) Sampling rate 10 seconds Units of measure ° C or ° F Calendar Clock Functions Calendar Date/month (European format) or month/Date (US format) Clock time 12-hour AM /PM format or 24-hours format Time resolution 1 second Timer Functions Range counts up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds Resolution 1 second CAUT[...]

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    EN 17 ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn more about Oregon Scientific products such as digital cameras; MP3 players; children's electronic learning products and games; projection clocks; health and fitness gear; weather stations; and digital and conference phones. The website also includes contact inf[...]

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    EN 18 © 2004 Oregon Scientific. All rights reserved. P/N: 086-001667-234 EB833(EN3) 8/31/04, 3:40 PM 18[...]

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    EN 19 Altimeter / Barometer W ith W eather Forecasts And Clock / Calendar Model: EB833 User Manual EB833(EN3) 8/31/04, 3:40 PM 19[...]