It is not uncommon to want to stay connected to the weather while on-the-go. With advances in technology, we now have weather stations that can be synced with our smartphones and other devices. La Crosse Technology makes some of the best weather stations available on the market, and this guide will show you how to connect them to WiFi so you can get real-time updates on the forecast no matter where you are.
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Connecting La Crosse Weather Station to Wi-Fi
It can be used for personal or professional purposes. There are many different types of La Crosse weather stations on the market today, but they all have one thing in common: they need to be connected to a power source and an internet connection in order to work properly.
Most La Crosse weather stations come with a base unit that needs to be plugged into an outlet, and a separate sensor unit that can be placed outside. The base unit will usually have a display where you can see the current temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, and other information. The sensor unit will collect data from the environment and send it back to the base unit.
Now that you’ve decided to take the plunge and connect your La Crosse Weather Station to Wi-Fi, it’s time to get started. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you get up and running:
Download the La Crosse View App
The first thing you need to do is download the La Crosse View app onto your smartphone or tablet. This app is available for both iOS and Android devices. Make sure to get the latest version of the app so that you have all the latest features and bug fixes.
Open the app and connect to Wi-Fi network
Once the app is installed, open it and configure your device to connect to your home Wi-Fi network. The La Crosse View app will walk you through the process of connecting to Wi-Fi. You can connect either to your home Wi-Fi or a temporary one, provided by your La Crosse display.
You’ll need to provide your Wi-Fi password so that the app can connect to your network.
Scan the device’s bar code
Since the app can’t find my La Crosse weather station’s serial number, you’ll need to scan the device’s bar code. The bar code is located on the bottom of the base unit. Once you’ve scanned the barcode, the app will connect to your La Crosse weather station and display a list of available Wi-Fi networks.
Note: If you don’t see your Wi-Fi network listed, make sure that your router is broadcasting its SSID (name).
You can also try moving closer to your router or restarting your router.
Check the Wi-Fi status on your station
Finally, check the Wi-Fi status on your La Crosse weather station to make sure that it’s connected to your network. The Wi-Fi icon should be lit up and you should see the name of your Wi-Fi network next to it. Now that you’re connected, you can start using all the features of your La Crosse weather station! [1], [2]
Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Problems
Set-up is only half the battle. What happens when your Wi-Fi connection starts acting up?
If you’re having trouble connecting to Wi-Fi, there are a few things you can try!
Make sure the route is in close proximity to your station
This seems like an obvious one, but making sure that your router is within range of where you’re trying to set up the connection is crucial.
So you’ll want to make sure that your station is placed in an area where it can receive a strong Wi-Fi signal. This may mean moving the location of your router or placing the weather station closer to the router.
Make sure your station’s ID is not missing
The common reason for a Weather Station to fail in connecting to Wi-Fi is because the Station ID is missing or entered incorrectly. To check this, press and release the sensor button on the back of your Weather Station. The display should show a serial number starting with “ID:”. If you see anything else, or nothing at all, please follow instructions in your User Manual to re-enter your Station ID.
If you have verified that your Station ID is entered correctly and the display still does not show “ID:” when the sensor button is pressed, please contact La Crosse Technical Support Department for assistance.
Reset app permissions
Sometimes the solution isn’t as hard as it seems. If you’re having trouble connecting to Wi-Fi, try resetting the app permissions. This will allow the app to have full access to your phone’s data and storage.
To reset app permissions:
- Go to Settings > Apps > La Crosse Weather Station
- Then, manually disable and re-enable all the permissions for the app.
This should fix most connection problems! If you’re still having trouble, try the next solution.
Uninstall and reinstall the La Crosse View App
Sometimes, the La Crosse View app can get bogged down with updates and run slowly. If you’re having trouble connecting to your weather station, try uninstalling and reinstalling the app.
Make sure your weather station is connected to power
If your weather station isn’t plugged in, it can’t connect to Wi-Fi! Make sure the power adapter is securely inserted into the back of the unit, then plug it into an outlet.
Next, check that the batteries are properly installed in the battery compartment. If they’re loose, tight them up or replace them with fresh batteries.
Factory reset your station and power cycle it
If nothing seems to help, try resetting your station to its factory settings. To do this, press two outside buttons on the top of the station and hold for about 15 seconds. This will reset all the settings on your station, including the Wi-Fi settings.
After you’ve reset your station, unplug it from the power source and then plug it back in. This is called a “power cycle” and can often fix minor software issues.
If neither of these solutions works, try connecting your station to a different Wi-Fi network. If you’re able to connect to another network without any trouble, that means the issue is most likely with your original Wi-Fi network and not with the weather station itself. In that case, you’ll need to troubleshoot your Wi-Fi connection by calling a La Crosse support team. [1], [3]
FAQ
How do I connect my weather station to WiFi?
The process for connecting your weather station to WiFi depends on the model you have. In general, you will need to connect the station to the La Crosse View app first and then follow the instructions for your specific model.
How do I reset the WiFi on my lacrosse weather station?
If you need to reset the WiFi settings on your La Crosse weather station, you can do so by entering your weather station model in the search bar and following the specific instructions for your model.
Make sure you are connected to at least 2.4GHz network, as La Crosse weather stations cannot properly function with a network of lower speeds.
How do I set up La Crosse View?
Once you insert the batteries into your La Crosse View device, you will need to configure it. Luckily it’s pretty simple, all you need is to download the official La Crosse View app. Once you have it installed, open the app and trace your device’s barcode to connect it to your home’s WiFi network and adjust other settings.
If you’re having trouble connecting or the process is taking too long, make sure that you are in close proximity to your router and that there aren’t any interference issues. You can also try restarting your La Crosse View device by removing and reinserting the batteries.
Where is the Device ID on the lacrosse weather station?
The device ID is inside the barcode on the back of your La Crosse weather station. You can use your phone camera to track it and configure it in the official app.
You can also check your Device ID by pressing and releasing the sensor button. The device ID will be the first thing that appears on the display. If you only see dashes or nothing appears, you should contact customer support.
Useful Video: La Crosse View – Wi-Fi Connection Troubleshooting
Conclusion
This concludes our guide on how to connect your La Crosse weather station to WiFi. Hopefully, you found this post helpful and were able to follow along without any issues. As you can see, there’s nothing hard about it! Simply install the official La Crosse app and scan your device’s code to get started. From the app you can configure a variety of settings, including WiFi.
We also covered some troubleshooting steps in case you run into any problems along the way. If all else fails, make sure to contact La Crosse’s customer support for assistance.
If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave them below. We’ll do our best to answer as quickly as possible. Thanks for reading!
References
- https://lacrossetechnology.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405783172123-La-Crosse-View-App-How-do-I-connect-
- https://www.lacrossetechnology.com/pages/weather-connect-wifi
- https://www.lacrossetechnology.com/pages/viewtroubleshooting1