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Ambient Weather WS-16 8-Channel Wireless Thermometer
with Min/Max Display User Manual
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1
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2
Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Parts List ....................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Thermometer Sensor Set Up ......................................................................................................... 3
3
Remote Sensor Installation ............................................................................................................. 5
4 Display Console Set Up ....................................................................................................................... 6
4.1 Display Console Layout ................................................................................................................ 7
4.2 Sensor Operation Verification ....................................................................................................... 7
5 Display Features ................................................................................................................................... 7
5.1 Console Operation......................................................................................................................... 7
5.1.1 Set Mode ................................................................................................................................ 7
5.1.2 Viewing the High and Low Alarms ........................................................................................ 8
5.1.3 Alarm Defaults ....................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.3
Setting the Min and Max Alarm ......................................................................................... 8
5.2 Manually Reset Max/Min ............................................................................................................. 9
5.3 Channel Selection ......................................................................................................................... 9
5.4 Sensor Search Mode ...................................................................................................................... 9
5.5 Best Practices for Wireless Communication ................................................................................. 9
5.6 Adjustment or Calibration ........................................................................................................... 10
5.6.1 Remote Sensor Temperature Calibration.............................................................................. 10
5.6.2 Indoor (Console) Temperature Calibration .......................................................................... 10
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Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................................... 11
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Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 11
7.1 Wireless Specifications ............................................................................................................... 11
7.2 Measurement Specifications ....................................................................................................... 11
7.3 Power Consumption .................................................................................................................... 11
8
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................. 12
9
Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 13
10
FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................... 13
11
Warranty Information ............................................................................................................... 14
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Ambient Weather WS-16 8-Channel Wireless Thermometer with Min/Max Display User Manual Table of Contents Introduction ............................. 2 Getting Started ..........................3 2.1 Parts List ............................3 2.2 Thermometer Sensor Set Up ......................3 Remote Sensor Installation ......................5 4 Display Console Set Up ........................6 4.1 Display Console Layout ........................ -
Page 2: Introduction
1 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS-16 Wireless 8-Channel Thermometer with Daily Min/Max Display. 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 the FAQ website: http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/ws16... -
Page 3: Getting Started
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-16 weather station consists of a display console (receiver), and a probe thermometer (remote transmitter). - Page 4 Figure 2 3. Channel Number: The sensor 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. 4. Temperature Units of Measure: To change the transmitter display units of measure (°F vs.
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Page 5: Remote Sensor Installation
(3) channel number 8. Close the battery door. Make sure the gasket (around the battery compartment) is properly seated in its trace prior to closing the door. Tighten the set screw. 3 Remote Sensor Installation It is recommended you mount the remote sensor on a north facing wall, in a shaded area. Direct sunlight and radiant heat sources will result in inaccurate temperature readings. -
Page 6: Display Console Set Up
4 Display Console Set Up Move the remote sensor(s) about 5 to 10’ away from the display console (if the sensor is too close, it may not be received by the display console). If you have more than one remote sensor, make sure they are all powered up and transmitting on different channels. -
Page 7: Display Console Layout
is no longer constantly on, otherwise the remote sensor search mode will be terminated. When the remote sensor temperature has been received, the console will automatically switch to the normal mode, and all further settings can be performed. If the remote does not update, please reference the troubleshooting guide in Section 8. 4.1 Display Console Layout Figure 6 4.2 Sensor Operation Verification... -
Page 8: Viewing The High And Low Alarms
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. Hour. Press the [+] or [-] key to increase or decrease the hour. Press the SET key to advance to the next setting. -
Page 9: Manually Reset Max/Min
alarm. The alarm icon will appear when set, and disappear when disabled. 5.2 Manually Reset Max/Min In normal mode, press the MIN/MAX button once to view the MAX values. Press the MIN/MAX button again to view the MIN values. Press the MIN/MAX button again to return to normal mode. To reset the Max/Min values, press and hold the MIN/MAX- button for 3 seconds. -
Page 10: Adjustment Or Calibration
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 11: Glossary Of Terms
Once the displayed temperature equals the calibrated source, press and hold the SET button for three seconds, or wait 15 seconds for timeout, and the temperature value will stop flashing. Discussion: Temperature errors can occur when a sensor is placed too close to a heat source (such as a building structure, the ground or trees). -
Page 12: Troubleshooting Guide
8 Troubleshooting Guide If your question is not answered here, you can contact us as follows: 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 Wireless remote (thermo-hygrometer) not... -
Page 13: Liability Disclaimer
Problem Solution Use the calibration feature to match the indoor and probe temperature to a known source. Display console contrast is weak Replace console batteries with a fresh set of batteries. 9 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. -
Page 14: Warranty Information
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 11 Warranty Information Ambient, LLC provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
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