ECOWITT WH5360 User Manual
ECOWITT WH5360 User Manual

ECOWITT WH5360 User Manual

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Digital Rain Gauge Receiver
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Model: WH5360
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  • Page 1 Digital Rain Gauge Receiver User Manual Model: WH5360 https://s.ecowitt.com/9JEK24...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ..............1 2. Unpacking ..............2 2.1 Part list ............... 2 2.2 View and Size ............ 2 3. Set up Guide ..............4 3.1 Rain Gauge Sensor Pre-Setup ......4 3.2 Console power-up and connect with the WH40/WH40H rain gauge ........5 3.2.1 Power up ..........
  • Page 3 4.4 Calibration Mode ..........16 4.5 Rain History Mode .......... 17 4.6 MIN/MAX Mode ..........18 4.7 Alarm/Alert Setting Mode ....... 19 5. Factory Reset and Rain Gauge Sensor Registration ..21 5.1 Reset to Factory ..........21 5.2 Rain Gauge Sensor Registration: ....21 6.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1. Introduction Thanks for your purchasing of the WH5360 High Precision Digital Rain Gauge with indoor temperature and humidity sensors. To ensure the best product performance, please read this manual and retain it for future reference. The WH5360 needs to be used with Ecowitt WH40/WH40H Rainfall sensor to obtain outdoor rainfall data.
  • Page 5: Unpacking

    2. Unpacking 2.1 Part list Item WH5360 Display Console User manual Table 1: Package content 2.2 View and Size Figure 1 Main view...
  • Page 6 Figure 2 Side view Figure 3 Rear view...
  • Page 7: Set Up Guide

    Note: We recommend assembling all components of the  WH40/WH40H rain gauge first. Place the WH40/WH40H and the WH5360 console together in one location to easily test functionality. After testing, install the rain sensor in its desired location. However, that movement during and after ...
  • Page 8: Console Power-Up And Connect With The Wh40/Wh40H Rain Gauge

    3.2 Console power-up and connect with the WH40/WH40H rain gauge Note: This connection does not require Wi-Fi.  Make sure that the RF frequency matches (the  frequency is different for various countries because of regulations). 3.2.1 Power up Insert three AA alkaline batteries (not included). Once powered on, the unit will show the start-up display for 1 second (Figure 4), followed by a full-screen display for 1 second (Figure 5), and then enter Normal Mode...
  • Page 9: Connect With The Wh40/Wh40H

    Figure 5 Full-screen Figure 6 Normal Mode Display Display 3.2.2 Connect with the WH40/WH40H 1. After powering up, the next step is to connect it with the WH40/WH40H rain gauge, the console will begin searching for the rain gauge sensor (WH40/WH40H) data.
  • Page 10: Console Display

    3.3 Console Display Figure 7 Display Console Screen Layout Figure 8 Rear Layout...
  • Page 11: Best Practice For Wireless (Rf) Communication8

    1.Rainfall data display 8.Alarm icon 2.Rainfall grade graph 9.Date/Week 3.Rainfall of day/week/month/ 10.Signal icon year display 4.Time 11.Wall-mounted hole 5.Rain rate/event/1h/24h display 12.Table stand 6.Indoor temperature 13.Battery door 7.Indoor humidity Table 2 Display console detailed items 3.4 Rain Gauge Sensor(WH40/WH40H) Mounting Place the rain sensor in the desired location.
  • Page 12 Indoor/outdoor sensor placement: The sensor will have the longest reach for its signal when mounted or hung vertically. Avoid laying it down on a flat surface. Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI). Keep the console several feet away from computer monitors and TVs. Radio Frequency Interference (RFI).
  • Page 13: Wireless Signal Strength Indicator

    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% Table 3 RF Signal Strength reduction 3.6 Wireless Signal Strength Indicator During the synchronization, it will reduce one signal segment if it has not received the signal once from the transmitter.
  • Page 14: Rainfall Grade Graph

    3.7 Rainfall Grade Graph The rainfall graph displays five colors: cyan, green, blue, dark blue, and red, each representing different rainfall levels. The colors correspond to various rainfall parameters across different modes. 3.7.1 Rainfall Range Represented by Colors a) mm: b) Inch: Table 4 3.7.2 Rainfall Data Represented...
  • Page 15: Button Operations And Operating Different Modes

    4. Button operations and Operating Different Modes The device supports multiple operating modes to perform specific functions. Each mode offers unique features and button operations. The following sections explain: 4.1 Button Operations Figure 9 Buttons next to the display There is a set of five buttons on the right side of the display console.
  • Page 16 Button Description Hold for 2 seconds to enter the setting mode. Press to switch the display between RATE, EVENT, 1H, and 24H (in normal mode). Press to increase (+) in Setting Mode. RAIN 1/+ Hold for over 5 seconds to clear the currently displayed Rain Rate, Rain Event, or Rainfall Total data.
  • Page 17: Normal Mode

    4.2 Normal Mode Description: In Normal Mode, the device displays real-time data. You can switch between different rainfall displays using the RAIN 1/+ and RAIN 2/- buttons. Using the RAIN 1/+ button:  Function: Cycles through:  Rain Rate (/H) ...
  • Page 18: Setting Mode

    4.3 Setting Mode Entering Setting Mode: While in Normal Mode, hold the SET button for 2 seconds. The first setting parameter will begin flashing. You can press SET again to skip any step. Available Settings:  Beep On/Off  12/24 - Hour Format ...
  • Page 19: Calibration Mode

    4.4 Calibration Mode Entering Calibration Mode: From within Setting Mode, press SET to toggle till CAL appears. Function:  Adjust the calibration coefficient for rainfall measurements.  Adjustment Range: 0.1 to 5.0 (default is 1.00) Operation:  Use the RAIN 1/+ and RAIN 2/- buttons to adjust the coefficient.
  • Page 20: Rain History Mode

    approximately 14.1 mm. Compare Readings: Compare this calculated rainfall depth with the reading on your console or a calibrated manual gauge. Adjust for Discrepancies: Note that due to residual water in the tip bucket and on the collector, the measured rainfall is usually slightly less (within 5%) than the actual amount.
  • Page 21: Min/Max Mode

    History Mode. Double Press of the HISTORY button: Enters Month Rain History Mode. Operation: Use the RAIN 1/+ or RAIN 2/- buttons to scroll through historical rainfall data records by day or month. 4.6 MIN/MAX Mode Entering MIN/MAX Mode: While in Normal Mode, press the HI/LO button. Function: Press the HI/LO button to cycle through maximum and minimum records (with timestamps) for:...
  • Page 22: Alarm/Alert Setting Mode

    4.7 Alarm/Alert Setting Mode Entering Alarm/Alert Setting Mode: While in Normal Mode, hold the HI/LO button for 2 seconds. The first alarm setting will begin flashing. Press HI/LO again to skip any step. Available Settings:  TIME ALARM: ON/OFF  TIME ALARM Value (Hour/Minute) ...
  • Page 23 Operation Tips:  Use the RAIN 1/+ or RAIN 2/- buttons to change or scroll through values. Holding these buttons for 2 seconds will change values rapidly.  When an alarm threshold is reached, the corresponding alarm icon flashes and the buzzer rings for 2 minutes.
  • Page 24: Factory Reset And Rain Gauge Sensor Registration

    5. Factory Reset and Rain Gauge Sensor Registration 5.1 Reset to Factory Step 1: Remove the battery from the device. Step 2: Hold the SET and the HI/LO buttons. Step 3: While still holding these buttons, reinsert the battery to power up the display. The device will boot into Factory Mode, and all previously configured settings will be reset to their default values.
  • Page 25: Features

    6. Features 1. Date & Time:  Calendar display: Month/Day, year range (2017-2099, default year 2019).  Selectable 12/24-hour format.  Built-in alarm clock with customizable settings. 2. Indoor Temperature & Humidity:  Measures indoor temperature and humidity every 60 seconds.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting Guide

    7. Troubleshooting Guide Problem Solution Check the remote-transmitter LED for flashing. The outside sensor has an LED under the plastic, just above the battery compartment. The LED will flash every 49 seconds. If the LED is not flashing every 49 Wireless remote seconds, replace the batteries in the (outdoor...
  • Page 27 Problem Solution 1. Make sure you have fresh batteries in the display console. 2. With the sensor array and console 10 feet away from each other, remove the batteries from the display console and wait 10 seconds. Put the batteries back in. 3.
  • Page 28 Problem Solution communication range is 300" but most users will get 100" or less due to environmental conditions. Move the sensor and remote closer together. 3. If the sensor assembly is too close (less than 5’), move the sensor assembly away from the display console.
  • Page 29: Specifications

    Problem Solution contrast is weak set of batteries. 8. Specifications Transmission distance(from WH40/WH40H) in open 100m(328 ft) field 915/868/433MHz depending on location Frequency (North American:915MHz; Europe:868MHz; Other areas:433MHz) Indoor temperature and humidity data measuring interval Indoor temperature -9.9˚C–60˚C (14℉– measuring range 140℉) Indoor temperature accuracy ±...
  • Page 30: Warranty Information

    3xAA Alkaline batteries Power supply (not included) Battery life 12 months Table 7 9. Warranty Information We disclaim responsibility for any technical error or printing error or the consequences thereof. All trademarks and patents are recognized. We provide a 2 years limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects or defects in materials and workmanship.
  • Page 31: Fcc

    misrepresentation by the seller, or performance variations resulting from installation-related circumstances. Manufacture: Shenzhen Fine Offset Electronics Co., Ltd. Address: 4/F, Block C, JiuJiu Industrial City, Shajing Town, Baoan District, Shenzhen City, China 10. FCC This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must...
  • Page 32 interference to radio communications. 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: -- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Page 33 transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 34: Contact Us

    11. Contact Us 11.1 After-sales Service Order Issues: If you encounter any missing or incorrect shipments of Ecowitt products purchased, please reach out to the respective platform's customer service from the store where you bought the product for assistance. Usage Inquiries: Our product is continuously changing and improving, particularly online services and associated applications.
  • Page 35: Stay In Touch

    11.2 Stay in Touch Ask questions, watch setup videos, and provide feedback on our social media outlets. Follow Ecowitt on Discord,Facebook,YouTube and Twitter. Copyright © 2025 ecowitt All Rights Reserved. DC030425...

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