La Crosse Technology V61 User manual

SET UP GUIDE

Wi-Fi PROFESSIONAL

WEATHER STATION

MODEL NUMBER V61

Table of Contents

RAINBASICS LA CROSSE VIEW

ALERTS

PRESSURE

EXTRA SENSORS

Positioning Your Sensor

Cleaning & Storage

Rain Readings

Reset Individual Rain Readings

Days Since Last Rain

Initial Setup

Station Settings

Buttons

LCD Display Brightness

Auto-Dim Settings

Connecting to the App

Adding & Connecting Your Station

Adding Your Sensors to the App

Customizable Alerts

Activating/Deactivating Alerts

Alert Sounds

Relative Pressure

Add-On TH Sensor

Add-On Sensor Info

Adding an Extra Sensor

Initial Setup

Power Up

TEMP. & HUMIDITY (TH)

Viewing Your TH Data

Temperature & Humidity Records

“Feels Like” Temperature

APPENDIX

SUPPORT

Speciﬁcations

Warranty

Recycling & Disposal

Cautions/Statements

Support Information

Patents

Factory Reset

Stay in Touch

27-28

WIND

Positioning Your Sensor

Installation Options

Viewing Your Wind Data

Wind Speed Graph

History Records

Note: When the station is ﬁrst powered on, it will begin searching for your sensors,

which will connect within 10 minutes.

BASICS

1. Unlatch the Locking Tabs on the sides of the Rain Sensor to remove the Funnel.

Then install 2 “AA” batteries into the Battery Compartment.

Install 3 “AA” batteries into the Battery Compartment of your Breeze Pro Sensor.

Insert the 5V Power Adapter into an outlet, and then plug it into the Power Jack

on the back of the station. Next, remove the Insulation Tab from the station’s

Battery Compartment.

Bottom of Breeze Pro Sensor Back of StationInside of Rain Sensor

Power Jack

FORECAST

Standalone Forecast Icons

Moon Phase

AccuWeather Forecast Data

Daily/Hourly Forecast

Precipitation & HI/LO Temperature

Precipitation Graph

03 04

Connecting to the App Adding & Connecting Your Station to Wi-Fi

LA CROSSE VIEW LA CROSSE VIEW

Download the La Crosse View App

Visit the App Store or Google Play Store to download the free

La Crosse View app onto your mobile device.

Stay connected to your home anytime, anywhere with the

La Crosse View app.

Monitor your home environment and set custom alerts to

notify you when conditions change.

Connecting your station is optional and the display will

function as a standalone unit without the Wi-Fi connection.

However, we recommend connecting during the initial

setup, as it will save you time and allows access to some

advanced features right away.

Launch the App

Connecting Your Station to the App

Open the La Crosse View app. Follow the on-screen setup instructions

to create an account, add new devices, and connect your station to

your Wi-Fi network.

Stay Connected to Your Home

Anytime, Anywhere.

Now that you’ve created your La Crosse View account, it’s time to add your station into your account

and connect your station to your home router using the La Crosse View app.

NOTE: For the steps listed on the next page, you’ll need your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password.

Make sure your mobile device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Checking Your Station’s Wi-Fi Status

Press the SET button on the top of the station to view your Wi-Fi Status.

Having Trouble Connecting to Wi-Fi?

The app should guide you through the best method for your Wi-Fi network and router.

However, if you have trouble connecting, please go to: bit.ly/v61_wiﬁ or scan the QR code.

This will explain additional connectivity options, including connecting by WPS

or contacting our technical support team for further assistance.

ALL OK CONNECTED: Your station is connected to your

Wi-Fi and its data should be available on the station and in

the app.

SEE APP TO CONNECT: Check the app for notiﬁcations.

NO WEATHER SERVICE: Your Internet weather and time

services are not connecting. These should resolve on their

own, please be patient.

LOST WIFI: Check your router and network connections.

The La Crosse View app is required to connect the station to your Wi-Fi network. Download, install,

and log into your La Crosse View account ﬁrst.

New User Initial Setup: When ﬁrst setting up

your station, the app will lead you through a

series of instructions to help get your station

added into your account and connected to

your home Wi-Fi network.

Manually Add & Connect Display: After the

initial walk-through, stations can be added and

connected via the Devices tab in the app’s main

menu. Simply tap the Add Device or +button at

the bottom of the Devices page in the app.

Follow the initial app instructions or manually add the display into your account.2.

Next, the app will prompt you to use your phone to scan the device ID barcode located on the back of

the station. Please note, adding a device to your account and connecting it to Wi-Fi are two dierent

steps. You can complete either step separately after if you have any trouble.

When connected, the station will beep, and time and forecast information should populate on the

display. The indicator will become solid.

Station Settings

BASICS

* This step is only required if you do not receive the Add Device notiﬁcation within the app.

Prior to mounting/positioning your sensors, make sure your station is receiving sensor data.

Settings Menu Order

• Greeting/HELLO

• Language (English/Spanish/French/German)

• Beep ON/OFF

• 12/24 Hour Time Format

• Hour | Minute | Year | Month | Date

• Calendar Order Month/Date or Date/Month

• Temperature Units (Fahrenheit/Celsius)

• Temperature Decimal or No Decimal

• Pressure Units (InHg/hPa)

• Pressure Number Setting

The default pressure reading is 29.91 INHg (1013 hPa).

The station will acclimate on it’s own if the pressure

number is not set. Learn more on page 19

• Wind Speed Units (MPH/KPH)

• Wind Direction (Letters/Degrees)

• Rainfall (Inches or Millimeters)

• THANK YOU

Adding Your Sensors to the App

LA CROSSE VIEW

Upon getting the station connected to your Wi-Fi network, the app will explain

how your connected sensors should be brought in. Within the next 15 minutes,

you should receive an Add Device notiﬁcation in your app. This is indicated by

the Red Cloud and the numbers inside of it. Tap this icon to begin adding your

sensors into the app.

123456-ABC

Manually Add Sensors Into the App*

Open your La Crosse View app. On the Main Menu, scroll to

ADD/EDIT and select DEVICES.

Scan the Barcode on your Sensor or type in the Device ID

manually.

Conﬁrm the sensor image and Device ID and add a Device

Name and Location Name. Select DONE.

On the Devices page, select the ADD DEVICE or PLUS (+) button.

When the station is ﬁrst powered on, it will begin searching for your sensors, which should

connect within 10 minutes.

Important: Settings such as language and units of measure must

be set manually within the station’s Settings Menu. These are not

controlled by the La Crosse View app.

When a language is selected, the following instructions and

weekday will be presented in that language.

Weekday will set automatically after year, month, and date

settings are adjusted.

When in 24 hour time format, seconds will show in place of

AM/PM markings.

If you’re connected to Wi-Fi, the time/date will automatically

update from the Internet. See pages 3-4 for more info.

Navigating the Settings Menu

To manually set language, time/date, and

other settings, hold the SET button to

enter the Settings Menu.

Use the +/- buttons on the top of the

station to adjust the values.

Press the SET button to conﬁrm your

selection and move to the next setting.

You may exit the Settings Menu at any

time by pressing the LIGHT button.

Buttons

BASICS

1. ALERTS: Hold to enter Alert Settings. Press to

conﬁrm and move to next item.

2. WIND: Press to view Wind Speed History.

While viewing, hold the MINUS button to reset

the history value.

3. SET: Press to view Wi-Fi status. Hold to enter

Settings Menu.

* Your display must be connected to Wi-Fi to receive Daily/Hourly forecast information.

Please Note: Only the hour can be set.

LCD Display Brightness

Auto-Dim Settings

Program your display to automatically dim during preselected times.

The icon will appear on the LCD when the Auto-Dim feature is activated.

BASICS

6. TEMP: Press to view Temp. & Humidity History.

While viewing, hold MINUS button to reset the

history value. Hold to search for TH reading.

7. RAIN: Press to view Rain History. While viewing,

hold the MINUS button to reset the history value.

5. EXTRA SENSOR: Press to view sensor ID

numbers. Hold to add sensors. While viewing,

hold the MINUS button delete the sensor.

4. PLUS/MINUS (+/-): Use to adjust values.

When in Alert Settings, press to arm/disarm alert.

10.WIFI: Press during initial setup for Wi-Fi

Connection. Hold to re-enter Conﬁguration

Mode and clear previous Wi-Fi settings.

Adjusting the LCD Display Brightness

Press the LIGHT button on the front of the station

to adjust the backlight intensity. There are 4

brightness levels, plus an o option.

1. Hold the LIGHT button to enter

the Auto-Dim Settings Menu.

2. Press the +/- buttons to turn the

Auto-Dim feature on or o. Press

LIGHT to conﬁrm.

3. Press the +/- buttons to adjust

the starting hour. Press LIGHT to

conﬁrm.

4. Press the +/- buttons to adjust the

stopping hour. Press LIGHT to

conﬁrm and exit.

Front of Station Back of Station

8. FORECAST: Press to see Daily or Hourly

Forecast. Hold to auto-scroll Forecast data.*

9. LIGHT: Press to adjust backlight. Hold to enter

Auto-Dim settings.

Cleaning Your Rain Sensor

Winter Storage Options

•Leaves, grass, or other debris may need

to be removed periodically from the funnel

of your Rain Sensor.

•Be sure to check inside your Rain Sensor

as well. Insects or dirt can begin to restrict

the movement of the Rocker.

•Unlatch the Locking Tabs on the side

of the Rain Sensor to remove the Funnel.

This will allow you to easily clean each part

separately.

•Remove batteries and store in a safe place.

•Remove batteries and cover in place.

•Leave outside, uncovered. While the Rain

Sensor cannot accurately record snowfall,

when the snow melts the water will be

counted as rain.

•The Rain Sensor is self-emptying, so water

should not freeze inside.

Rain Sensor Cleaning & Storage

RAIN

Locking Tabs

Rocker

Battery

Compartment

Funnel

•This Rain Sensor is designed for outdoor

use and will withstand temperatures below

freezing.

For Accurate Measurements

•Mount the Rain Sensor horizontally

and ensure it’s level.

•The sensor should be mounted more

than 3 feet (91.4 cm) above ground.

•Your Rain Sensor needs to be in an

open area for accurate readings.

•Ensure the base of your Rain Sensor is not in

a depression.

•This sensor has drainage holes in its base that

allow it to self-empty.

•For more info, watch our sensor mounting

video here: bit.ly/mounting_rain

Position Your Rain Sensor

RAIN

09 10

11 12

Viewing Your Rain Data

RAIN

Press the RAIN button to view Rainfall Records

and/or initiate the Auto-Scroll function.

When viewing the monthly total, press the +button

to toggle through the past 11 months’ rainfall.

1 HOUR: Last hour of rainfall. Example: if current time

is 6:49, 1HR rain is the accumulated total between

5:50 and 6:49.

7 DAYS: Rainfall from the last 7 consecutive 24HR

readings. Updates each day at midnight.

1 YEAR: Current month’s rainfall plus the past 11

monthly totals.

24 HOURS: A running total for the past 24 hours of

accumulated rain. This will update at the top of each

hour.

1 MONTH: Current Month Total (Jan. 1 to Jan. 31).

This will reset to zero & the start of each new

calendar month.

TOTAL: Total rainfall since the station was powered

on or last reset.

Rain Readings

RAIN

Reset Individual Rain Records

Days Since Last Rain

After 24 hours of no rainfall, the station will

start counting days without rain.

Rainfall readings can be viewed by pressing

the RAIN button.

When rain starts it will automatically switch

back to last rainfall reading unit.

When new rainfall occurs, your station will

automatically switch back to the last

rainfall reading viewed.

< Days Since Last Rain Example

Press the RAIN button to view individual Rainfall

Records.

Hold the - button to reset the Rainfall Record you

are viewing to zero.

Example 7-Day Rainfall Total Example 1-Year Rainfall TotalExample 1-Hour Rainfall Total

RAIN AUTOSCROLL: When the Rain Auto-Scroll Icon is visible, the station will rotate through the

rain readings every 5 seconds. Press and release the RAIN button until the Rain Auto-Scroll Icon

disappears and the station will stay on the last rain reading viewed.

Positioning the Breeze Pro Sensor

For Accurate Measurements

Included Mounting Accessories

•Ensure the sensor is mounted level with the Solar Panel facing

directly to the south. This will help optimize battery life and transmit

correct wind direction readings.

•Ideally, the Breeze Pro Sensor should be mounted on the tallest

object in your area. Avoid positioning the sensor in line or below

eaves, rooﬂines, trees, or other objects that may obstruct wind

readings.

•Make sure all screws on the Mounting Bracket, Winds Cups,

Wind Vane, and Battery Compartment are securely fastened.

•The sensor should be mounted with the Wind Cups on top.

Mast

The horizontal conduit where the sensor

attaches. This piece will connect to either

the Adjustable Base or Pole Adapter.

Adjustable Base

The main bracket used for mounting onto ﬂat surfaces or with

added U-bolts (not included). The grooves and Hand Screw allow

the bracket to secure to angled surfaces while still ensuring the

Mast and sensor are level.

Hand Screw

Used to lock down and secure the Mast

to the Adjustable Base or Pole Adapter.

Alignment Arrows

Provide exact 90 or 180 degree

angles when aligned with the arrow

on the Mast.

Pole Adapter

Used in place of the Adjustable Base

for mounting on top of cylindrical

conduits.

1-Inch Maximum Pole Diameter

WIND

Installation Options

For Accurate Measurements

Basic Assembly

Advanced Installation Options

Fence posts, poles, decks, and even mailboxes are all common mounting options due to their convenience.

Many users prefer these types of locations as the data they provide is accurate from their ground level

perspective. However, because wind in these spots is often aected by obstructions, the readings may

dier compared to local reporting stations.

Some advanced installation options include tripods, wall mounts, eave cross mounts, chimney mounts,

and many others. Any of these can be combined with U-bolts for attachment onto a tall cylindrical conduit

using our Adjustable Base. Please note that these advanced options will require additional equipment and

possibly professional help for best results.

The illustrations above are

not to scale and are for

informative purposes only.

La Crosse Technology is not

responsible for any damages

or injury that may occur during

installation.

U-Bolt Adapters

1B Pole

Adapter

1A.

1B.

Mount the Adjustable Base onto a ﬂat surface

using the four long screws provided.

Secure the Pole Adapter to a cylindrical

conduit using the two smaller screws provided.

Insert the Mast into the Breeze Pro Sensor and

tighten the provided screws on the sides.

Use the Hand Screw to attach the Mast to either the Adjustable

Base or Pole Adapter. Ensure the sensor is level, facing south,

and securely fastened at all mounting points.

1A Adjustable Base

Tripod

Setup

Chimney

Mount

WIND

Viewing Your Wind Data

WIND

Wind Speed Graph

WIND

Viewing Wind Speed Records

Press the WIND button to toggle through

wind speed records with time and date

stamps.

Wind Speed records include: 24 hours,

7 days, 1 month, and 1 year data.

Monthly Wind Speed Record Example

Indicates station is receiving wind direction from the Breeze Pro Sensor

Indicates wind direction data

is provided by the internet

Indicates wind direction data is

provided by an add-on sensor

Your Wind Speed Graph will ﬁll in colors based on the data from your sensor.

Wind Direction data can come from 2 dierent sources: Breeze Pro Sensor

(included), or from the Internet/AccuWeather (when connected to the La Crosse

View app). Corresponding icons will appear on the LCD to denote the data

source.

Wind Data Source Icons

1. PREVAILING DIRECTION: Prevailing Wind Direction

over the past hour

2. RECEPTION ICON: Indicates if the station is

receiving data from the sensor

4. WIND SPEED GRAPH: Visual representation of

Wind Speed from Sensor

5. CURRENT WIND SPEED: The top wind speed in

the past 31 seconds

6. WIND SPEED ALERT: Appears if a wind speed

alert is set and active

7. TOP WIND SPEED: The top wind speed in the

past 60 minutes

8. WIND CUP ANIMATION: Wind Cups will spin fast

at speeds above 5 MPH

3. WIND DIRECTION: Choose between cardinal points

(letters) or degrees in the Settings Menu for Current

Wind Direction

1 MPH

(2 KMH)

Over 2 MPH

(3 KMH)

Over 3 MPH

(5 KMH)

Over 4 MPH

(7 KMH)

Over 9 MPH

(15 KMH)

Over 10 MPH

(17 KMH)

Over 12 MPH

(20 KMH)

Over 14 MPH

(23 KMH)

Over 5 MPH

(9 KMH)

Over 6 MPH

(10 KMH)

Over 7 MPH

(12 KMH)

Over 8 MPH

(14 KMH)

Over 16 MPH

(26 KMH)

Over 20 MPH

(33 KMH)

Over 24 MPH

(39 KMH)

Over 25 MPH

(40 KMH)

1. INDOOR TEMPERATURE

Indicates readings are provided

by an add-on TH sensor

2. INDOOR HUMIDITY

Indicates if the station is

receiving data from the sensor

3. BREEZE SENSOR ICON

4. OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE

Indicates TH readings are

provided by the Breeze Pro

Sensor

6. DAILY FORECASTED HI & LO*

Based on current temp. & wind

speed (heat index/wind chill)

Current Outdoor Temperature

+ HI/LO Alert Icons

7. “FEELS LIKE” TEMPERATURE

Current Indoor Temperature

+ HI/LO Alert Icons

5. RECEPTION ICON

Daily Forecasted Highs & Lows

from AccuWeather*

9. OUTDOOR HUMIDITY

Current Outdoor Humidity

+ HI/LO Alert Icons

8. TH SENSOR ICON**

Current Indoor Humidity

+ HI/LO Alert Icons

* Your station must be connected to Wi-Fi to receive AccuWeather forecast data. If you’re not connected, outdoor

daily history records will be displayed instead.

** An add-on Thermo-Hygro (TH) Sensor must be connected to view readings separate from you Breeze Pro Sensor. 18

Temperature & Humidity Records

TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY

Viewing Records

Resetting Individual Temperature &

Humidity Records

Records Viewing Order

“Feels Like” Temperature

Press the TEMP button to toggle through

indoor/outdoor temperature and humidity

records with time and date stamps.

Press the TEMP button to view the individual

temperature & humidity values you’d like to reset.

Hold the MINUS (-) button until dashes appear.

This will reset the value to your current temperature

or humidity reading.

This reading indicates both Wind Chill and Heat index values when conditions

are met.

•Outdoor High Temperature

•Outdoor Low Temperature

•Outdoor High Humidity

•Outdoor Low Humidity

•Indoor High Temperature

•Indoor Low Temperature

•Indoor High Humidity

•Indoor Low Humidity

•“Feels Like” High Temperature

•“Feels Like” Low Temperature

•Dew Point

•Wind Chill: When temperature is below 50°F and there is 5 MPH sustained wind speed.

•Heat Index: When temperature is above 80°F.

•Current Temperature: When the temperature is between 50°F and 80°F, the reading will

remain the same as the outdoor value regardless of humidity or wind speed.

Decimal Display Option for

Indoor, Outdoor, & “Feels Like”

Temperature Readings

Program your desired display

option in the Settings Menu.

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