[. . . ] Flip out the built-in plastic stand on the back side of the thermo-hygrometer. [. . . ] Doing so will terminate the unit's warranty and may cause damage. This thermo-hygrometer has been designed specifically with performance and ease-of-use in mind. This thermo-hygrometer is made to the highest quality standards using precision electronic components and should give you many years of trouble free use. Please read the User's Guide carefully before use to ensure you get the best out of your new thermo-hygrometer. It can help you control humidity and your heating / cooling system, for an ideal living environment. Easy Operation: Displays the temperature and relative humidity reading automatically. Error-free Reading: Digital display system ensures clear, error-free reading at a glance. temperature compensation: Assures accurate relative humidity measurement unaffected by temperature change. [. . . ] You can set your thermo-hygrometer on a table as follows: For more info visit www. [. . . ]