Ambient Weather Copyright 2019 User Manual

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Ambient Weather WS-2000 WiFi OSPREY Solar Powered

Wireless Weather Station User Manual

Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2

Warnings and Cautions ................................................................................................................... 2

Quick Start Guide ............................................................................................................................ 3

Pre-Installation Checkout and Site Survey...................................................................................... 3

4.1

Pre Installation Checkout ........................................................................................................ 3

4.2

Site Survey .............................................................................................................................. 3

Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 4

5.1

Parts List ................................................................................................................................. 4

5.2

Recommend Tools ................................................................................................................... 4

5.3

Sensor Array Set Up ................................................................................................................ 6

5.3.1

Install Wind Vane ............................................................................................................... 6

5.3.2

Install Wind Cups ............................................................................................................... 7

5.3.3

Install U-Bolts .................................................................................................................... 7

5.3.4

Install the Rain Gauge Funnel ............................................................................................ 8

5.3.5

Install Batteries................................................................................................................... 9

5.3.6

Install Mounting Pole ....................................................................................................... 10

5.5 Best Practices for Wireless Communication ............................................................................... 10

5.6

Indoor-Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer-Barometer Transmitter .............................................. 11

5.7

Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer, 8 Channel (optional) ................................................. 12

5.8

PM2.5 Air Quality Sensor ..................................................................................................... 14

5.9

Sensor Placement .................................................................................................................. 15

5.10

Best Practices for Wireless Communication ......................................................................... 15

5.11

Display Tablet ....................................................................................................................... 16

Display Tablet Operation .............................................................................................................. 17

6.1

Initial Display Tablet Operation ............................................................................................ 17

6.2

Home Screen Display ............................................................................................................ 18

6.3

Display Buttons ..................................................................................................................... 20

6.4

Multi-Chanel and Scroll Mode for Optional Sensors ............................................................ 21

6.5

Other Console Features ......................................................................................................... 21

6.5.1

Weather Forecasting ......................................................................................................... 21

6.5.2

Wireless Signal Quality Icon ............................................................................................ 21

6.5.3

Weather Forecasting Description and Limitations ........................................................... 22

6.5.4

Lightning Icon .................................................................................................................. 22

6.5.5

PM2.5 Sensor (optional) .................................................................................................. 22

6.6

History Mode ........................................................................................................................ 22

6.6.1

Min/Max ........................................................................................................................... 22

6.6.2

Archive Memory Mode .................................................................................................... 23

6.6.3

Graph ................................................................................................................................ 26

6.7

Set Mode ............................................................................................................................... 27

6.7.1

Set Date and Time ............................................................................................................ 28

6.7.2

Set Time Format ............................................................................................................... 30

6.7.3

Set Date Format................................................................................................................ 30

6.7.4

Temperature Units of Measure ......................................................................................... 30

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Set Mode ..........................27 6.7.1 Set Date and Time ......................28 6.7.2 Set Time Format ....................... 30 6.7.3 Set Date Format........................ 30 6.7.4 Temperature Units of Measure ..................30 Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 1...
Page 2: Introduction
California Prop 65 ........................68 1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS-2000 WiFi OSPREY Solar Powered Wireless Weather Station. 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://ambientweather.net/product/ws-2000...
Page 3: Quick Start Guide
330 feet, providing there are no interfering obstacles such as buildings, trees, vehicles and high voltage lines. Wireless signals will not penetrate metal Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 3...
Page 4: Getting Started
Please take this into consideration when choosing tablet or mounting locations. Make sure your display tablet is at least five feet away from any electronic device to avoid interference. 8. Visit Ambient Weather Mounting Solutions for assistance and ideas for mounting your weather station: http://www.ambientweather.com/amwemoso.html 5.
Page 6: Sensor Array Set Up
The added resistance allows the wind vane to change direction with 2 – 3 mph, providing a much better wind direction tracking. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 6...
Page 7: Install Wind Cups
(c) Insert the sensor array and U-Bolt assembly onto the mounting pole. (d) Tighten the U-Bolts around the pole with an adjustable wrench. Make sure the sensor array is level. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 7...
Page 8: Install The Rain Gauge Funnel
Figure 4 5.3.4 Install the Rain Gauge Funnel Reference Figure 5. Install the rain gauge funnel. Rotate clockwise to attach the funnel to the sensor array. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 8...
Page 9: Install Batteries
We do not recommend rechargeable batteries. They have lower voltages, do not operate well at wide temperature ranges, and do not last as long, resulting in poorer reception. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 9...
Page 10: Install Mounting Pole
100 feet maximum under most real-world installations, which include passing through barriers or walls. 4. Metal Barriers. Radio frequency will not pass through metal barriers such as aluminum Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 10...
Page 11: Indoor-Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer-Barometer Transmitter
Wood 10-40% Brick 10-40% Concrete 40-80% Metal 90-100% 5.6 Indoor-Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer-Barometer Transmitter Remove the battery door on the back of the sensor, as shown in Figure 8. Figure 8 Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 11...
Page 12: Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer, 8 Channel (Optional)
Note: Do not use rechargeable batteries. We recommend fresh alkaline batteries for outdoor temperature ranges between -4 °F and 140 °F and fresh lithium batteries for outdoor temperature ranges between -40 °F and 140 °F. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 12...
Page 13 4. Temperature Units of Measure: To change the transmitter display units of measure (°F vs. °C), change Dip Switch 4, as referenced in Figure 11. Switch in up position. Switch in down position. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 13...
Page 14: Pm2.5 Air Quality Sensor
8. Repeat for the additional remote transmitters, verifying each remote is on a different channel. 5.8 PM2.5 Air Quality Sensor The WS-2000 supports one PM2.5 Air Quality sensor. For more information, please visit: https://ambientweather.net/product/pm25 Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 14...
Page 15: Sensor Placement
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% Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 15...
Page 16: Display Tablet
Place the sensor array and indoor thermo-hygrometer transmitter about 5 to 10 feet from the display tablet and wait several minutes for the remote sensors to synchronize with the display tablet. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 16...
Page 17: Display Tablet Operation
Connect the display tablet power jack to AC power with the power adapter. The tablet starts to receive from the indoor and outdoor transmitters, as shown in Figure 17 . Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 17...
Page 19 Feels Like, Dew Point, Humidity Currently Raining Indicator Low Daily Outdoor Temperature Daily Rain Outdoor Temperature Rain Rate, Event, Hourly, Weekly, High Daily Outdoor Temperature Monthly, Yearly Rain Rain Rate Icon Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 19...
Page 20: Display Buttons
& humidity and scroll mode, where the channels scroll every 5 seconds. History key Press this key to enter History Mode Set key Press this key to enter Set Mode Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 20...
Page 21: Multi-Chanel And Scroll Mode For Optional Sensors
5 bars. If the signal is lost once, four bars will be displayed, a shown in Figure 20. A bar is removed for each consecutive loss of signal. Five Bars Four Bars No signal loss Lost signal once Figure 20 Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 21...
Page 22: Weather Forecasting Description And Limitations
250.5 – 500 Figure 21 6.6 History Mode 6.6.1 Min/Max View high and low records, and clear specific records in the history mode. View and reset minimum and maximums. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 22...
Page 23: Archive Memory Mode
6.6.2 Archive Memory Mode You can view and clear archived memory from the Archive Memory Mode. View archive memory for all parameters, based on the date and time. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 23...
Page 24 Press the down arrow once to confirm . The Yes button will be highlighted in Green. Press the Plus button to clear all archived records. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 24...
Page 25 Plus or Minus button to change the number up or down. Press to change the activated option field, toggle OK or Cancel then press key to confirm. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 25...
Page 27: Set Mode
12, 24, 48 and parameters 72 hours. 6.7 Set Mode The Set Mode allows you to customize your display, manage archive data, and connect your display tablet to the Internet. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 27...
Page 28: Set Date And Time
1. Set Time. (hour:minute:second) Press to set the time. The hour field will turn red. Press Press to select hour, minute or second. Press increase or decrease the value. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 28...
Page 29 Note: The time server will not work until the WiFi connection has been set up. Figure 28 scroll scroll Select Select Scroll field Scroll return value up value value value field to Setup down down Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 29...
Page 30: Set Time Format
6.7.6 Wind Speed Units of Measure Press to change the wind speed units of measure between mph, bft (beufort scale), ft/s, m/s, km/h and knot. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 30...
Page 31: Rainfall Units Of Measure
W/m^2, lux and fc. 6.7.9 Multi-Channel Sensor Press to view, check the status, re-register and modify the name of optional sensor channels 1-8. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 31...
Page 32: Backlight Display
Figure 30 6.7.10 Backlight Display x 10 k ey to automatically turn on and off the backlight or adjust the brightness based Press the Plus on the time of day. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 32...
Page 33: Longitude And Latitude
The longitude x 10 will turn red. Press to increase or decrease the value. Press to change the remaining latitude variables. Longitude. Press to set the Western or Eastern Hemisphere. In the USA, the Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 33...
Page 34 2. The latitude (first number) and longitude (second number) are returned. In this example: Latitude = 33.2981181889772 Longitude = -111.960209459066 The table below defines the hemisphere based on the positive or negative sign: Position Positive Negative Latitude Northern Southern Longitude Eastern Western Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 34...
Page 35: Barometer Display
Because the air pressure decreases as you rise in altitude, the sea-level corrected pressure (the pressure your location would be at if located at sea-level) is generally higher than your measured pressure. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 35...
Page 36: Rainfall Season
Wunderground.com and AmbientWeather.net. For Wunderground.com, enter the Station ID and Station Key obtained from Wunderground.com. For AmbientWeather.net, make a note of the MAC address (write it down). Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 36...
Page 37 Wunderground.com. Press to display the keyboard. Press to scroll to the character and press to select the character. Select Ok when complete. Press to return to the Server Setup page. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 37...
Page 38 3. Once registered, you receive a station ID and password. Make a note of this. You will need to enter it into your weather station tablet, as shown in Figure 34 (Figure 36 is an example and your station ID and password will be different. Figure 36 Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 38...
Page 39 Figure 37 6.7.15.1.1.2 Mobile Apps Visit: https://www.wunderground.com/download for a complete list of Mobile apps for iOS and Android. Alternately, you can find your data on your mobile device’s web browser. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 39...
Page 40 Next, enter the MAC address found on your Weather Network Panel (Figure 34), as shown in Figure 40. Note that this is an example only and your MAC address will be different. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 40...
Page 41 Register an account on AmbientWeather.net (email address and password). Once registered, select the dashboard to view your data, as shown in Figure 41. Figure 41 For a complete list of Ambient Weather apps, visit: https://ambientweather.net/help/community/ 6.7.15.3 IFTTT The AmbientWeather.net service connects to IFTTT, the platform that allows devices and services to work together seamlessly.
Page 42 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 43: Wifi Scan
If you are uploading to AmbientWeather.net successfully, the icon will show on the left top of the display tablet. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 43...
Page 44 Password. Press to display the keyboard and start to enter your password.. Press to scroll to the character and press enter the character. Press to return to the setup page. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 44...
Page 46: Background
Press Plus to view additional settings. Note: You must be running Firmware Version 1.5.3 or greater. Select field Scroll field up Scroll field down return to Setup Figure 45 Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 46...
Page 47: Soil Moisture Calibration
Next, place the soil sensor in the medium and allow the sensor to stabilize for one hour. Next, set the 100%AD calibration set point to the Now AD value. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 47...
Page 48: Multi-Channel Tempearture And Humidity Calibration
Figure 47 The calibrated temperature and humidy equations are as follows: Calibrated Temperature = Measured Tempearture + Temp. Offset Calibrated Humidity = Measured Humidity + Humi. Offset Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 48...
Page 49: Pm2.5 Air Quality Sensor Calibration
6.7.22 Sensors ID The console supports multiple sensors and sensor arrays. You can disable or enable specific sensors. To view a complete list of sensor IDs, visit: Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 49...
Page 50 Select field Scroll field up Scroll field down return to Setup Figure 49 button to edit and save settings. To register, disbale or select a specific sensor, press the Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 50...
Page 53: Calibration Mode
6.9 Calibration Mode For multi-channel soil moisture, temperature and humidity, and PM2.5 sensor calibration, refer to Section 6.7.18. Press to Enter the Calibration (Correct) Mode Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 53...
Page 54 To adjust the parameter, press to scroll to the parameter you wish to change. Press highlight the sign (positive vs. negative, if applicable) and significant digit. Press to change the calibrated value. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 54...
Page 55 ± 5%. To improve this accuracy, the indoor and outdoor humidity can be calibrated using an accurate source, such as a sling Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 55...
Page 56 Without a calibrated source, wind speed can be difficult to measure. We recommend using a calibrated wind meter (available from Ambient Weather) and a constant speed, high speed fan. (7) The rain collector is calibrated at the factory based on the funnel diameter. The bucket tips every 0.01”...
Page 57: Factory And Data Export
6.10 Factory and Data Export Press to Enter the Factory Default Mode Figure 54 Select Select Scroll left Scroll Scroll field Scroll Enter return Setting Setting right field sub-setup to home down mode Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 57...
Page 58 5. Reset to Factory. Clears all stored memory, calibrations and other variables to factory default. Press to highlight this field. Press to proceed. Press key to popup the Message Box ”Are you Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 58...
Page 59: Exporting Data File Format (Data Logging)
History_YYYYDD.csv: The history data file as shown in Figure 56. YYYYDD.csv: The remaining data during the download. For example, if it takes three minutes to download, it the last three minutes of data. Figure 55 Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 59...
Page 60: Exporting Channel 1-8 Data
The sensor data is not saved to on-board flash due to memory constraints, it is only saved to the SD card. YYYYCH1A.csv is the channel sensor data and is only generated when the SD Card is inserted into the tablet. 6.10.3 About Provides detailed information for troubleshooting purposes. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 60...
Page 61: Glossary Of Terms
Relative humidity of 100% indicates the dew point is equal to the current temperature and the air is maximally saturated with water. When the dew point remains constant and temperature increases, Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 61...
Page 62 A wind vane is a device that measures the direction of the wind. The wind vane is usually combined with the anemometer. Wind direction is the direction from which the wind is blowing. Figure 58 Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 62...
Page 63: Specifications
Remove any dirt, debris and insects. If bug infestation is an issue, spray the array lightly with insecticide. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 63...
Page 64: Troubleshooting Guide
The LED next to the battery compartment will flash every 16 seconds. If the LED is not flashing every 16 seconds… Replace the batteries in the outside sensor array. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 64...
Page 65 If there is an exclamation point ! next to the WiFi icon on the WS-2000 next to the WiFi icon display, it means the display is connected to WiFi but the WiFi is not Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 65...
Page 66: Accessories
The following software and hardware accessories are available for this weather station at www.AmbientWeather.com Accessory Description Ambient Weather Mounting Ambient Weather provides the most comprehensive mounting solutions Solutions for weather stations, including tripods, pole extensions, pole mounting kits, ground stakes and more. WS-2000-C Add as many display tablets as you like to your weather station.
Page 67: Warranty Information
This warranty covers only actual defects within the product itself, and does not cover the cost of installation or removal from a fixed installation, normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation-related circumstances. Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 67...
Page 68: California Prop 65
15. California Prop 65 WARNING: Use of the Ambient Weather Products can expose you to chemicals, including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and bisphenol A (BPA), and phthalates DINP and/or DEHP, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 69 For further information about California's Proposition 65, please visit https://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/background/p65plain.html Version 2.9 ©Copyright 2019, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 69...

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