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Ambient Weather WS-08 Wireless Indoor/Outdoor 8-
Channel Thermo-Hygrometer with Daily Min/Max
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1. Introduction ..........................................................................................................
2.Getting Started ......................................................................................................
2.1 Parts List .......................................................................................................
2.2 Recommend Tools .........................................................................................
2.3 Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor Set Up ..............................................................
2.4 Display Console Set Up ................................................................................4
2.4.1 Display Console Layout .........................................................................5
2.4.2 Sensor Operation Verification ................................................................6
3.Remote Sensor Installation ...................................................................................6
4.Display Features ...................................................................................................7
4.1 Comfort Icon ..................................................................................................7
4.2 Rate of Change Icon .....................................................................................7
5.Console Operation ................................................................................................7
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5.8.1 Humidity Calibration .............................................................................10
5.8.2 Temperature Calibration .......................................................................11
6.Glossary of Terms ...............................................................................................12
7.Specifications ......................................................................................................12
7.1 Wireless Specifications ...............................................................................12
7.2 Measurement Specifications .......................................................................12
7.3 Power Consumption.....................................................................................12
8.Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................12
9.Accessories .........................................................................................................14
10.Liability Disclaimer ............................................................................................15
11.FCC Statement .................................................................................................15
12.Warranty Information ........................................................................................16
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Ambient Weather WS-08 Wireless Indoor/Outdoor 8- Channel Thermo-Hygrometer with Daily Min/Max Display User Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction ......................2.Getting Started ...................... 2.1 Parts List ....................... 2.2 Recommend Tools ..................2.3 Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor Set Up .............. 2.4 Display Console Set Up ................4 2.4.1 Display Console Layout .................5... -
Page 2: 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-08 weather station consists of a display console (receiver), and a thermo-hygrometer (remote transmitter). 2.1 Parts List... - Page 3 OFF position (factory default setting). Figure 2 3. Channel Number: The WS-08 supports up to eight transmitters. To set each channel number (the default is Channel 1), change Dip Switches 1, 2 and 3, as referenced in Table 1 .
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Page 4: Display Console Set Up
5. Insert two AAA batteries. 6. After inserting the batteries, the remote sensor LED indicator will light for 4 seconds, and then flash once per 60 seconds thereafter. Each time it flashes, the sensor is transmitting data. 7. Verify the correct channel number (CH) and temperature units of measure (°F vs. -
Page 5: Display Console Layout
Figure 4 All of the LCD segments will light up for a few seconds to verify all segments are operating properly. 3. Replace the battery door, and fold out the desk stand and place the console in the upright position. The console will instantly display time, indoor temperature and humidity as designated by the icon. -
Page 6: Sensor Operation Verification
2.4.1 Display Console Layout Figure 5 2.4.2 Sensor Operation Verification Verify the indoor and outdoor humidity match closely with the console and sensor array in the same location (about 5 to 10' apart). The sensors should be within 10% (the accuracy is ± 5%). Allow about 30 minutes for both sensors to stabilize. -
Page 7: Display Features
Figure 6 4. Display Features 4.1 Comfort Icon The comfort icon is based on humidity ranges specified in Figure 7 . The icon is displayed for indoor humidity, remote channel 1 humidity and optional remote channels 2 through 8 humidity. RH<45% RH45%~65% RH>65%... -
Page 8: Day Month/Year/Alarm Display
To enter the set mode, press and hold the SET key for 3 seconds 1. 12 hr/24 hr time format. Press the [+] key to switch between 12 and 24 hour format. Press the SET key to advance to the next setting. 2. -
Page 9: Indoor/Outdoor Channel Selection
5.5 Indoor/Outdoor Channel Selection Press the CHANNEL/+ button to switch the display between the indoor temperature and humidity , remote sensors 1 through 8, and scroll mode In scroll mode, all of the indoor and detected outdoor sensors will be displayed in five second intervals. -
Page 10: Adjustment Or Calibration
5.8 Adjustment or Calibration Note: The calibrated value can only be adjusted on the console. The remote sensor(s) always displays the un-calibrated or measured value. Note: The measured humidity range is between 10 and 99%. Humidity cannot be accurately measured outside of this range. Thus, the humidity cannot be calibrated below 10% or above 99%. -
Page 11: Temperature Calibration
Official stations recalibrate or replace humidity sensors on a yearly basis. Due to manufacturing tolerances, the humidity is accurate to ± 5%. To improve this accuracy, the indoor and outdoor humidity can be calibrated using an accurate source, such as a sling psychrometer: http://www.ambientweather.com/mafaredspslp.html or one step humidpak calibration kits (reference Section 9 ). -
Page 12: Glossary Of Terms
6. Glossary of Terms Term Definition Accuracy is defined as the ability of a measurement to match Accuracy the actual value of the quantity being measured. A hygrometer is a device that measures relative humidity. Hygrometer Relative humidity is a term used to describe the amount or percentage of water vapor that exists in air. - Page 13 1. Email Support: support@ambientweather.com 2. Live Chat Support: www.ambientweather.com/chat.html (M-F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time) 3.Technical Support: 480-283-1644 (M-F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time) Problem Solution If any of the sensor communication is lost, dashes (--.-) Wireless remote (thermo-hygrometer) will be displayed on the screen. To reacquire the signal, not reporting in to press and hold the CHANNEL/+ button for 3 seconds, console.
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Page 14: Accessories
Ambient Weather F007TH Add additional remote thermo-hygrometers. Supports Wireless Thermo-Hygrometer up to eight remote sensors. for WS-08 Weather Stations Ambient Weather WS-08-C Add as many display consoles as you like to your WS-08 Big Digit 8-Channel existing system to display the remote sensor in Wireless Thermo- different locations. -
Page 15: Liability Disclaimer
10. Liability Disclaimer Please help in the preservation of the environment and return used batteries to an authorized depot. The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances. Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and/or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment. Reading the “User manual”... -
Page 16: Warranty Information
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ●...
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