327-1417BW Wind Speed Weather Station Setup

[@DJMichaelAngelo]

@5:05 = ohhhhhhhhh okay so THAT'S where those 4 screws come in handy! I bought a brand new LaCrosse Wind-Speed Weather Station (model #327-1414BW) recently, and inside the box were these 4 unidentified screws in a little baggie, with no mention of where or how to use them. I guess now the mystery is now solved! Why not put a sticker/label on the baggie, in future packaging? Why make the customer chase down this random misc. piece of info on their own, which 95% of users probably won't do? It wouldn't cost more than a penny or two to make this change, but it would go a long way in customer confidence in their own product they just bought communicating things clearly and transparently.

[@lacrossetechnology]

We do apologize for the confusion and appreciate the feedback. We will be sure to pass along your comments to our R&D department to help improve the manuals or quick start guides packaged with our products. For additional information bout your product, the full manual and FAQ documents can be found on our website here: www.lacrossetechnology.com/products/327-1417bw#support

[@dv2874]

Agreed. The instructions for this sensor on how to mount it and what the accessories are for could be vastly improved.

[@danielwhitaker9021]

I can't find an explanation anywhere for the forecast feature and what the icons mean. How does the forecast feature work? Thanks for the video!

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hi Daniel, we’re glad you liked the video. As for your forecast icons, these are based on the station's barometric pressure reading. The icons are not necessarily designed to display your current weather, but more of a future prediction of your forecast to come in the next 12 hours. After setting up your station for the first time, these icons can act a little funny, which is why we recommend allowing 7-10 days for the station to acclimate to your location. More information on these and your other weather station features can be found in your full manual here: www.lacrossetechnology.com/media/catalog/product/3/2/327-1417bw_manual_032018_1_.pdf - Of course if you have further questions, please just let us know.

[@AllanLoveJr]

I bought this same unit at Walmart and I love it.

[@billcreery3501]

how do I get my wind to show in the center of the screen?

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hi Bill, we're not quite sure what you mean by "center" of your screen, as the LCD elements are locked in place as per your station's design. Now, if you're not seeing any wind data, please see our restart video here: bit.ly/LaxTech_BasicRestart to see if you can get your sensor reconnected. Should these instructions still not provide a resolution, please get in touch with our support team here: www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/index/form/ and we will work with you should you need a replacement.

[@vintageguitarz1]

What a stupid question.

[@philsmith6583]

I bought one of these , however the wind cups jam due to moister that has worn out the inside and the scews have rusted so I cannot undo the main part to attempt to fix it. So I would not recomend getting this product as it only lasted a year

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Phil, we are deeply sorry to hear this and apologize for the trouble. If you haven't done so already, please message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport. Or alternatively, send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook or Twitter: bit.ly/LaxTech__Twitter page. We'd love to help get this corrected.

[@annaz2152]

your video says to put in an open spot high on a pole, the instruction for Model 327-1417BW DC09118, says to put the wind sensor in the shade. You don't mention shade on the video and in order to have shade it will be buffered from the wind almost anywhere I put it.

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hi Anna, sorry for the confusion here! The sensor should indeed be mounted in an open area as instructed in this video. This was actually a typo in your Quick Start Guide and we thank you for bringing this to our attention. We'll be sure to get this corrected on our website and in any future printed version.

[@berniceboswell4765]

I have tried to reconnect the sensor multiple times without success. It only worked for about a month and now will not connect again.

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Bernice, we are truly sorry for the trouble with your outdoor sensor. If you've followed our Basic Restart instructions covered in our video here: bit.ly/LaxTech_BasicRestart and the sensor will still not reconnect with a new set of alkaline batteries in both the display and sensor (other battery types should be avoided), please message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport. Or alternatively, send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook or Twitter: bit.ly/LaxTech__Twitter page. We are here to help get this corrected and apologize for any inconvenience.

[@not2say]

Does the sensor have to be mounted and used or can I just have the weather station set up in my upstairs apartment without the sensor?

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Connie, the weather station display can still be set up and used providing you with accurate indoor temperature and humidity, time and date information, and forecast data. However, without the use of the outdoor sensor, the 327-1417BW display will show dashes for the outdoor temperature and humidity, wind speed, and feels like sections. It sounds like a more basic weather station may be a better fit for your situation. You can check out our current lineup here: www.lacrossetechnology.com/collections/weather-stations -- For inquiries about a possible switch/refund, please reach out to our store directly at 608-785-7939 or via email at: [e-mail] -- We apologize for any inconvenience and are here to help if you should have any further questions. 😊

[@granthallman7721]

I use my 327-1417BW on a boat, i need the wind-rising alarm to wake me if a squall comes up in the night. Following the manual carefully i was able to turn on the high wind alarm to a default value of 16 kph, but can't change it. The manual says under Set Alerts: "3.Once activated, press and release the + or - to adjust the values." Instead + or - toggles the alert on or off. Just hate it when the manual and the device work differently! I need that wind alert up at 30 kph to be useful. Any ideas?

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Grant, our sincere apologies for the confusion. When in the Alerts Settings Menu, for the high wind speed alert, press the ALERTS button when the word ON is showing; this will bring you to the actual custom high wind speed alert setting adjustment, where you'll then use the +/- buttons to adjust and press the ALERTS button again to confirm. We hope this helps, but if you need further assistance, please message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport. Or alternatively, send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook or Twitter: bit.ly/LaxTech__Twitter page.

[@granthallman7721]

@@lacrossetechnology I press Alert, that gets me to the first alert option (wind speed). ON is showing. Then i press Alert again, and it just goes to the next kind of alert (Outdoor Lo). No joy!

[@lacrossetechnology]

@@granthallman7721 Thank you for bringing this to our attention; we will look into updating our manual with the correct instructions. Here are the steps to edit your alert value: 1. Press and release the ALERTS button to view your alert options 2. Use the +/- buttons to turn an alert ON 3. With the word ON showing for an alert, hold the ALERTS button until ON begins flashing 4. Then press and release the ALERTS button again until the alert value begins to flash 5. And finally, use the +/- buttons to adjust the alert value 6. Press the ALERTS button to move to the next alert, or the WARNING button to save and exit the menu Sorry again for the inconvenience. If you need further help, please use the links in our previous comment to reach out to our support team. 😊

[@granthallman7721]

@@lacrossetechnology That doesn't do it either. I got the ON flashing but the +/- buttons just toggle the alarm ON/OFF. I tried holding Alerts button a second time, that got the alert **value** flashing, then +/- buttons change the value. Suggest putting that in the manual. :-)

[@thegamingshow2763]

Can 1 sensor work on 2 weather stations?

[@lacrossetechnology]

As long as they are the same model display, or one that uses the same outdoor sensor(s), yes indeed. 😊

[@christopherjack5843]

I cannot get a Wind Direction reading

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Christopher, our apologies for any confusion, but if you own the 327-1417BW featured in this video, it is a wind SPEED weather station and unfortunately does not offer wind direction readings. For more info you can find your full manual and FAQ documents here: www.lacrossetechnology.com/products/327-1417bw#support -- If you'd like more information on other models that do offer wind direction, please just let us know, we're here to help.

[@dennisbreck156]

My wind direction is off 180degrees ...what could be the answer?

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hi Dennis, assuming you're using one of our multi-sensors with a provided wind vane (not shown in this video), you'll want to ensure the solar panel faces south for accurate wind direction measurements in the northern hemisphere. If you're in the southern hemisphere, make sure the solar panel is facing north. For further assistance, please message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport. Or alternatively, send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook page.

[@markpanic4513]

How do you completely disable the alarm From beeping all the time

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Mark, our apologies for the trouble. Assuming you mean the temperature, humidity, or wind speed alerts, pages 8-9 of your full manual here: bit.ly/327-1417bw_manual should help walk you through how to activate, deactivate, or choose different custom values for your alert options. If you should need further assistance, please message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport. Or alternatively, send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook or Twitter: bit.ly/LaxTech__Twitter page.

[@dr.aaroncarver1121]

It worked for 12 hours. I did basic restart fresh batteries. No blinking red light on sensor. No switches no buttons. No connection.

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Aaron, our sincere apologies for the trouble. For further assistance, please message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport. Or alternatively, send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook or Twitter: bit.ly/LaxTech__Twitter page. Sorry again for the inconvenience, we look forward to helping get this corrected.

[@joycecieslewicz5495]

my wind speed sensor is not showing on my station

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hi Joyce, we apologize for the trouble. Please try resetting your unit using the steps in our video here: bit.ly/LaxTech_BasicRestart -- If this should prove ineffective, you'll want to reach out to our support staff directly, as they will be happy to help get you a replacement sensor. Send them a message with your information here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport -- Sorry again for the inconvenience.

[@jeffreygarnett1244]

I cannot get my wind speed connected and I cannot get the day of the week right

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Jeffrey, sorry for the trouble with your outdoor sensor. Our first suggestion would be to try a basic restart following the steps in our other video here: bit.ly/LaxTech_BasicRestart -- As for your day of the week not being correct, this is often due to having the incorrect date and/or year programmed in the settings menu. If the restart and setting changes don't work or if you'd like further assistance, please message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport. Or alternatively, send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook or Twitter: bit.ly/LaxTech__Twitter page. Our apologies again for any inconvenience.

[@lyquidsnake4202]

Read carefully before purchasing. Absolutely thought this model would connect to my phone with the lacrosse view app. Nope. Never kept receipt because most of us dont. 60 bucks wasted.

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Honey, we are deeply sorry for any confusion or misleading information. For further help with a possible exchange or return, please reach out to our store directly at 608-785-7939 or via email at: [e-mail] -- For further information on our current selection of WiFi connected models, please visit our website here: www.lacrossetechnology.com/collections/complete-systems

[@larrysushelnicki1854]

Absolute garbage , uses set of batteries in 1 week . I've tried several different spots and types of batteries nothing helps .

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Larry, we're deeply sorry to hear this! Batteries draining this quickly is often a sign that the sensor is going bad. Please send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook or Twitter: bit.ly/LaxTech__Twitter page. Or alternatively, you can message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport -- and we'll help to get this corrected.

[@brianl1442]

my windspeed has never worked on this piece of chinese junk. company should send me a new one. no I dont have receipt. it was a gift

[@lacrossetechnology]

Hey Brian, we sympathize with the frustration and sincerely apologize for the sensor trouble. Asking for a purchase receipt with a date is part of our standard protocol, as this helps with warranty claims such as the one you're describing. Please let our team know this was a gift; they will do whatever they can to help. You can message our support staff directly here: bit.ly/contact_techsupport. Or alternatively, send us a private message on our Facebook: bit.ly/LaxTech_Facebook page.