Ambient WS-3000 User Manual

Ambient WS-3000 User Manual

Thermo-hygrometer, dew point, heat index wireless monitor with graphing, alarming, and radio controlled clock

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Ambient Weather WS-3000 Thermo-Hygrometer, Dew
Point, Heat Index Wireless Monitor with Graphing,
Alarming, and Radio Controlled Clock User Manual

Table of Contents

1
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 3
2
Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 3
2.1
Parts List ................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2
Recommend Tools .................................................................................................................. 3
2.3
Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor Set Up ....................................................................................... 3
2.4
Display Console Set Up ......................................................................................................... 5
2.4.1 Display Console Layout ......................................................................................................... 6
2.4.2
Sensor Operation Verification ............................................................................................ 7
3
Remote Sensor Installation ............................................................................................................. 7
4
Console Operation........................................................................................................................... 8
4.1
Setup Mode ............................................................................................................................ 8
4.1.1
Display Selection ............................................................................................................... 9
4.1.2
Graph Time ...................................................................................................................... 10
4.1.3
Time Format ..................................................................................................................... 11
4.1.4
Date Format ...................................................................................................................... 11
4.1.5
Date and Time Format ...................................................................................................... 11
4.1.6
Temperature Units of Measure ......................................................................................... 12
4.2
Calibration ............................................................................................................................ 12
4.2.1
Notes about Calibration .................................................................................................... 14
4.2.2
Humidity Calibration Methods ......................................................................................... 14
4.2.3 Temperature Calibration Methods ........................................................................................ 15
4.3
Min / Max and Alarm Mode ................................................................................................. 15
4.3.1
Min / Max ......................................................................................................................... 15
4.3.2
Alarms .............................................................................................................................. 16
4.4
Factory Settings .................................................................................................................... 19
4.4.1
Factory Reset .................................................................................................................... 19
4.4.2
Clear Max/Min Values ..................................................................................................... 20
4.4.3
Re-register Sensors ........................................................................................................... 20
4.4.4
About ................................................................................................................................ 20
4.4.5
Language .......................................................................................................................... 21
4.4.6
Back Light ........................................................................................................................ 21
5
Other Features ............................................................................................................................... 22
5.1
Radio Controlled Clock (RCC) ............................................................................................ 22
5.2
SD Card Export and Firmware Updates ............................................................................... 22
5.2.1
SD Data Export ................................................................................................................ 23
5.2.2
Back Up Graph Data ........................................................................................................ 23
5.2.3
Firmware Updates ............................................................................................................ 23
5.3
PC Software.......................................................................................................................... 24
5.3.1
Getting Started ................................................................................................................. 24
5.3.2
Time, Date and Display Setup .......................................................................................... 25
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    SD Data Export ........................ 23 5.2.2 Back Up Graph Data ......................23 5.2.3 Firmware Updates ......................23 PC Software.......................... 24 5.3.1 Getting Started ......................... 24 5.3.2 Time, Date and Display Setup ..................25 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 1...
  • Page 2 Specifications ..........................30 Wireless Specifications ......................30 Measurement Specifications ....................30 Power Consumption ......................30 Troubleshooting Guide ......................31 Liability Disclaimer ........................32 FCC Statement .......................... 32 Warranty Information ....................... 33 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 2...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Note: The power up sequence must be performed in the order shown in this section (insert batteries in the remote transmitter(s) first, Display Console second). The WS-3000 weather station consists of a display console (receiver), and up to 5 thermo-hygrometers (remote transmitters), based on your order configuration.
  • Page 4 2. BEFORE inserting the batteries, locate the dip switches on the inside cover of the lid of the transmitter. 3. Channel Number: The WS-3000 supports up to eight transmitters, and includes three transmitters. To set each channel number (the default is Channel 1), change Dip Switches 1, 2 and 3, as referenced in Figure 2.
  • Page 5: Display Console Set Up

    With multiple transmitters, make sure all transmitters are powered up and displaying different channels on the display. 2. Connect the console to AC power with the included AC adapter (Figure 4). Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 5...
  • Page 6: Display Console Layout

    Figure 4 If the remotes do not update, please reference the troubleshooting guide in Section 10. 2.4.1 Display Console Layout Figure 5 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 6...
  • Page 7: Sensor Operation Verification

    Figure 6. Alternately, you can hang the sensor with fishing wire or a string. This insures the sensor does not come into contact with any radiant heat source. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 7...
  • Page 8: Console Operation

    Menu Key Press this key to enter menu and scroll to different modes Figure 7 Setup Mode In the Normal mode, press the MENU key once to enter Setup Mode. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 8...
  • Page 9: Display Selection

    You can customize or even scroll between various parameters within each one of the Channel areas. Scroll to selected channel area (1-5), and press the plus key to modify the home display screen area: Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 9...
  • Page 10: Graph Time

    4.1.2 Graph Time To change the Graph Time on the main display, scroll to the Graph Time, and select the key to change between 12, 24, 48 and 72 hours. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 10...
  • Page 11: Time Format

    Turn ON the DST setting, unless you reside in Arizona or Hawaii, which do not observe Daylight Savings Time. Adjust your time zone according to the table below: Hours from Time Zone Cities -12 IDLW: International Date Line West -11 NT: Nome Nome, AK Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 11...
  • Page 12: Temperature Units Of Measure

    To change the temperature units of measure, scroll to the Temperature Units field, and press the key to toggle between °F and °C. 4.2 Calibration To enter the calibration mode, press the MENU key twice. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 12...
  • Page 13 Cancel the calibration and resume. Figure 13 Scroll the temperature or humidity field you wish to calibrate, press the to perform the calibration, and press the key to match your calibration source. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 13...
  • Page 14: Notes About Calibration

    ± 5%. To improve this accuracy, the indoor and outdoor humidity can be calibrated using an accurate source, such as a sling psychrometer or one step humidpak calibration kits available at AmbientWeather.com. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 14...
  • Page 15: Temperature Calibration Methods

    Press this key to scroll down/right. Selection/value increase key Press this key to select parameter to check according max/min records. Switch on/off alarms and increase the value during alarm setup. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 15...
  • Page 16: Alarms

    If the measured value is greater than the high alarm, an audible alert will sound and the alarm icon will flash on the alarm panel, and the alarm icon will appear on the main panel. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 16...
  • Page 17 Scroll to the alarm field and press the key to turn the alarm bell on our off to activate the alarm. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 17...
  • Page 18 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 18...
  • Page 19: Factory Settings

    To enter the Factory mode, press the MENU key four times. Figure 19 4.4.1 Factory Reset To restore to factory default, scroll to the Factory Reset field and press to clear all settings and restore to factory default. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 19...
  • Page 20: Clear Max/Min Values

    Press the button to highlight Yes and press to confirm. 4.4.4 About Scroll to the About field, and press to view to view the hardware and firmware version. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 20...
  • Page 21: Language

    Backlight control field, and select the key to check the Backlight Conrol switch. Scroll to adjust the backlight on and off time. Press the keys to adjust the hours and minutes up or down. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 21...
  • Page 22: Other Features

    SD Card Export and Firmware Updates With the use of an optional Micro SD Card (available from Ambient Weather), you can export data to a computer, save historical graphs (in the event of a power failure) and update firmware when new versions are released.
  • Page 23: Sd Data Export

    Card is inserted into the SD Card Slot. The graph back up data file located on the SD Card is labeled GRAPH.bin. 5.2.3 Firmware Updates Firmware updates and instructions are available at the following link: http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/ws3000 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 23...
  • Page 24: Pc Software

    Run the installer. Make a note of where you installed the software: Figure 24 3. Run the program. Reference Figure 25. The main display screen will display “Connected” if properly communicating through the USB port. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 24...
  • Page 25: Time, Date And Display Setup

    (temperature, humidity, dew point or heat index). For details, reference Figure 26. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 25...
  • Page 26: Alarm Settings

    For more information on time, date and display settings, please reference Section 4.1. 5.3.3 Alarm Settings Select Menu | Alarm to set the high and low temperature and humidity alarms for each of the 8 supported channels. Figure 27 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 26...
  • Page 27: Calibration

    °C. For example, if you enter 0.6 °F in the field, 0.5 °F may be displayed the next time you open this panel. For more information on Calibration, please reference Section 4.2. 5.3.5 SDCard File Note: The Micro SD Card is optional, not included and sold separately. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 27...
  • Page 28 3. Enter the start and end date and times in the appropriate fields identified in Step 1 (Figure 30). 4. Select the parameter you wish to graph, and press the Select button. Figure 29 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 28...
  • Page 29: Best Practices For Wireless Communication

    The following is a table of reception loss vs. the transmission medium. Each “wall” or obstruction decreases the transmission range by the factor shown below. Medium RF Signal Strength Reduction Glass (untreated) 5-15% Plastics 10-15% Wood 10-40% Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 29...
  • Page 30: Glossary Of Terms

    Battery life: Minimum 12 months for base station with one sensor and excellent reception. Intermittent reception and multiple sensors may reduce the battery life. Minimum 12 months for thermometer-hygrometer sensor (use lithium batteries in cold weather climates less than -4 °F) Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 30...
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting Guide

    Allow up to one hour for the sensors to stabilize due to signal filtering. The indoor and outdoor humidity sensors should agree within 10 % (the sensor accuracy is ± 5 %) under worst case conditions. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2016, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 31...
  • Page 32: Liability Disclaimer

    This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children. No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization of the manufacturer. Ambient, LLC WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT.
  • Page 33: Warranty Information

    To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact Ambient, LLC for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a Ambient, LLC. The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to Ambient, LLC.

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