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Ambient Weather WS-0265 8 WiFi 8-Channel Wireless
Thermo-Hygrometer User Manual
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1.
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2.
Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 2
2.1
Parts List ................................................................................................................................. 2
2.2
Indoor / Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer Setup ......................................................................... 2
2.3
Sensor Placement ................................................................................................................... 4
2.4
Best Practices for Wireless Communication .......................................................................... 5
2.5
Display Console ..................................................................................................................... 6
2.6
Display Console Probe ........................................................................................................... 7
3.
Display Console Operation ............................................................................................................. 8
3.1
Screen Display ........................................................................................................................ 8
3.2
Console Initialization ............................................................................................................. 8
3.2.1
Button Operation ................................................................................................................ 9
3.3
Set Mode .............................................................................................................................. 10
3.3.1
Time Zones ....................................................................................................................... 11
3.3.2
Auto Set Time .................................................................................................................. 12
3.3.3
Setting Time Alarm .......................................................................................................... 12
3.4
Max/Min Mode .................................................................................................................... 12
3.4.1
Viewing Max/Min Values ................................................................................................. 13
3.5
Multiple Channels and Scroll Mode ..................................................................................... 13
3.6
Resynchronize Wireless Sensor ............................................................................................ 13
3.7
Backlight Operation ............................................................................................................. 13
3.7.1
With AC Adapter .............................................................................................................. 13
3.7.2
Without AC Adapter ......................................................................................................... 13
4.
Live Internet Publishing ................................................................................................................ 13
4.1
Connecting the Weather Station Console to WiFi ................................................................ 14
4.1.1
Download the awnet Console Configuration App ............................................................ 14
4.1.2
Place the Console in WiFi Broadcast Mode ..................................................................... 15
4.1.3
awnet Connection Wizard ................................................................................................ 15
4.2
Console WiFi Icon Status ..................................................................................................... 25
5.
Registering with Weather Servers ................................................................................................. 25
5.1
AmbientWeather.net ............................................................................................................. 25
5.1.1
IFTTT ............................................................................................................................... 27
5.1.2
Amazon Alexa .................................................................................................................. 28
5.1.3
Works with Google Assistant ........................................................................................... 28
5.2
WeatherUnderground.com .................................................................................................... 29
5.3
WeatherCloud ....................................................................................................................... 29
6.
Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................................... 30
7.
Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 31
7.1
Wireless Specifications ........................................................................................................ 31
7.2
Measurement Specifications ................................................................................................. 32
7.3
Power Requirements ............................................................................................................ 32
8.
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................. 32
9.
Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 33
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Ambient Weather WS-0265 8 WiFi 8-Channel Wireless Thermo-Hygrometer User Manual Table of Contents Introduction ............................. 2 Getting Started ..........................2 Parts List ..........................2 Indoor / Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer Setup ................. 2 Sensor Placement ........................4 Best Practices for Wireless Communication ................5 Display Console ........................ -
Page 2: Introduction
Warranty Information ....................... 34 1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS-0265 WiFi Wireless Thermo-Hygrometer. The following user guide provides step by step instructions for installation, operation and troubleshooting. To download the latest manual and additional troubleshooting tips, please visit: https://www.AmbientWeather.net/help... - Page 3 1. Remove the battery door on the back of the transmitter(s) by sliding down the battery door, as shown in Figure 1 . Figure 1 2. BEFORE inserting the batteries, locate the dip switches on the inside cover of the lid of the transmitter.
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Page 4: Sensor Placement
Figure 2 5. Insert two AA batteries. 6. Verify the correct channel number (CH) and temperature units of measure (°F vs. °C) are on the display, as shown in Figure 3. Figure 3 temperature (2) temperature units ( °F vs. °C) (3) channel number (4) relative humidity 7. -
Page 5: Best Practices For Wireless Communication
1. Use a screw or nail to affix the remote sensor to the wall, as shown in Figure 4. 2. Hang the remote sensor up on string or zip tie, as shown in Figure 5. Note: Make sure the sensor is mounted vertically and not lying down on a flat surface. This will insure optimum reception. -
Page 6: Display Console
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% Brick 10-40% Concrete 40-80% Metal 90-100%... -
Page 7: Display Console Probe
Figure 6 2.6 Display Console Probe The display console includes a 90 cm (about 3 feet) dry probe to accurately measure air temperature, since the console generates heat. The probe should not be touching any surface to accurately measure air temperature. Figure 7 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2018, Ambient LLC. -
Page 8: Display Console Operation
3. Display Console Operation 3.1 Screen Display The display console home screen layout is shown in Figure 8. Figure 8 Description Description Time Temperature Units of Measure Sensor Channel Number Indoor Hi/Low Temperature Sensor Scroll Icon Sensor Hi/Low Temperature RF Reception Date Sensor Low Battery Indicator Alarm icon... -
Page 9: Button Operation
Figure 9 The console will display all of the LCD segments for three seconds after power up as shown in Figure 10, the indoor conditions will immediately update, and the remote sensors array will register within a few minutes. Figure 10 3.2.1 Button Operation The operation buttons are on the side and top of the console, as shown in Figure 11: (a) ALARM, -/Reset-MIN, +/Reset-MAX, SET/CH... -
Page 10: Set Mode
The console has 5 buttons at the bottom for easy operation: Description SET/CH Press the SET/CH button to change between channels 1-8. Press and hold the SET/CH button for two seconds to enter Set Mode. • + / Reset-MAX Press the + / Reset-MAX button for five seconds, and the maximum indoor and outdoor temperature will reset to the current value on the display console. -
Page 11: Time Zones
Command Mode Description Settings BEEP Turns on or off the beep with each Press +/Reset-MAX to toggle OFF SET/CH + keystroke. and ON 2 seconds SET/CH Observe Daylight Savings Time (set to Press +/Reset-MAX to toggle OFF OFF in Arizona and Hawaii, ON and ON everywhere else) Time Zone (TZ) -
Page 12: Auto Set Time
Hours from Time Zone Cities 0 GMT: Greenwich Mean London, England WET: Western European 1 CET: Central European Paris, France 2 EET: Eastern European Athens, Greece 3 BT: Baghdad Moscow, Russia 4 --- Abu Dhabi, UAE 5 --- Tashkent 6 --- Astana 7 --- Bangkok... -
Page 13: Viewing Max/Min Values
4. Live Internet Publishing The WS-0265 sends data to three free hosting services: Hosting Service Website Description Ambient Weather AmbientWeather.net AmbientWeather.net is the most user friendly design for monitoring your data across different platforms. Quickly view detailed information with our animated expandable modules. -
Page 14: Connecting The Weather Station Console To Wifi
From your mobile device, visit the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and search for the “awnet” application with the Ambient Weather Logo. Download this application to your mobile device. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2018, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. -
Page 15: Place The Console In Wifi Broadcast Mode
Note: This is only a configuration app. It is not used to remotely view your data from the Ambient Weather Dashboard. 4.1.2 Place the Console in WiFi Broadcast Mode Reference Figure 15. (1) Press and hold the ALARM and LIGHT/SNOOZE buttons at the same time for four seconds. - Page 16 4.1.3.1 Apple iOS Open the WiFi settings on your phone or tablet by selecting the Settings Icon . Connect your phone to the 2.4 GHz WiFi router. Figure 16 is an example. Your router’s name or SSID will be different. Figure 16 Most dual band routers (2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz) use the same name (SSID) for both bands.
- Page 17 Make sure the WiFi icon is Click Add Device. Select your weather station flashing rapidly. If not, press type. and hold the WIND+ and PRESSURE- buttons for four Tap Next. seconds. Tap Next. Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2018, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 17...
- Page 18 Enter your WiFi password for Tap the Home button on your your 2.4 GHz band router. iPhone or iPad to minimize this Tap Settings from your app. home screen and select Wi-Fi. Tap Next. Below CHOOSE A NETWORK… , tap the console’s AMBWeather-WIFIxxxxxx and close Settings.
- Page 19 The app will connect to the The popup message will appear: Upload your data console automatically and then AmbientWeather.net connect to your router. Device Configuration Complete. Check your Display Select an upload interval in Several status messages will be Console. The Wi-Fi icon minutes and tap Save.
- Page 20 Upload your weather data to Upload your weather data to Once completed successfully, Wunderground.com. WeatherCloud.net. your Device ID, IP address and MAC address will be displayed. Register an account and station Register an account and station at Wunderground.com per at WeatherCloud Section per If you have more than one Section 5.2.
- Page 21 Figure 18 Version 1.1 ©Copyright 2018, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 21...
- Page 22 Run the Ambient Weather awnet app, and following instructions below. Make sure the WiFi icon is Click Add Device to connect Select your weather station flashing rapidly. If not, press your console WiFi. type. and hold the WIND+ and PRESSURE- buttons for four Tap Next.
- Page 23 Tap the Scan button. Select the The app will connect to the Upload your data SSID for your router. console automatically and then AmbientWeather.net connect to your router. If it is a dual band router and Tap ON and select an upload the SSIDs are different, make Several status messages will be interval in minutes and tap Save.
- Page 24 Upload your weather data to Upload your weather data to Once completed successfully, Wunderground.com. WeatherCloud.net. your Device ID, IP address and MAC address will be displayed. Register an account and station Register an account and station at Wunderground.com per at WeatherCloud Section per To change any of the console Section 5.2.
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Page 25: Console Wifi Icon Status
Figure 20 4.2 Console WiFi Icon Status The following describes the console’s WiFi icon operational status. The WiFi icon is in the time field of the display console. 1) Slow Flash – connected to WiFi but not the Internet 2) Fast Flash – configure WiFi from awnet app 3) Solid –... - Page 26 Figure 21 Next, enter the MAC address found on Ambient Tools (Section Error! Reference source not found.). Note that this is an example only and your MAC address will be different. Figure 22 Register an account on AmbientWeather.net (email address and password). Once registered, select the dashboard to view your data, as shown in Figure 23.
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Page 27: Ifttt
AmbientWeather.net is a responsive design and mobile friendly, so there is no need for a mobile app. Simply open your mobile devices web browser, browse to AmbientWeather.net, and bookmark your dashboard. If you save the bookmark to your desktop, it will automatically save the Ambient Weather icon, as shown in Figure 24. -
Page 28: Amazon Alexa
AmbientWeather.net. Enable the skill and get started: say "Alexa, ask Ambient Weather for a weather report.". This will provide you with your outdoor weather report, but you can ask for your indoor weather report as well by saying, "Alexa, ask Ambient Weather about the indoor conditions."... -
Page 29: Weatherunderground.com
5.2 WeatherUnderground.com We recommend using a PC or Mac desktop computer to register on WeatherUnderground.com. There are a lot of details that can be missed when registering on a phone or mobile device. Note: The Weather Underground website is subject to change. 1. -
Page 30: Glossary Of Terms
Figure 26 2. Respond to the validation email from WeatherCloud (it may take a few minutes). Figure 27 3. Select Create Device and enter your weather station information. After registering your station, make a note of the following: Weathercloud ID ... -
Page 31: Specifications
Term Definition Heat Index The Heat Index, sometimes referred to as the apparent temperature, is a measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored with the actual air temperature. To find the Heat Index temperature, look at the Heat Index chart below. As an example, if the air temperature is 96°F and the relative humidity is 65%, the heat index (how hot it feels) is 121°F. -
Page 32: Measurement Specifications
Line of sight WiFi RF transmission (in open air): 80 feet Update Rate: Outdoor Sensor: 48 seconds, Indoor Sensor: 64 seconds Sensor Array RF Frequency: 915 MHz WiFi Console RF Frequency: 2.4 GHz 7.2 Measurement Specifications The following table provides the specifications for the measured parameters. -
Page 33: Liability Disclaimer
Problem Solution an RF shield), or earth barrier (down a hill). Move the display console around electrical noise generating devices, such as computers, TVs and other wireless transmitters or receivers. Move the remote sensor to a higher location. Move the remote sensor to a closer location. - Page 34 Reading the “User manual” is highly recommended. The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place. This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of weather conditions. This product is not to be used for medical purposes or for public safety information.
- Page 35 only to the original purchaser of this product. 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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