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Ambient Weather WS-23-C Wireless Indoor/Outdoor

8-Channel Thermo-Hygrometer with Backlit Display

(Console Only) User Manual

Table of Contents

1.Introduction ....................................................................................................................

2.Getting Started ......................................................................................................3

2.1 Parts List

.......................................................................................................3

2.2 Display Console Set Up

................................................................................3

2.2.1 Display Console Layout

.........................................................................5

2.2.2 Sensor Operation Verification

................................................................5

3.Remote Sensor Installation

...................................................................................6

4.Console Operation

................................................................................................6

4.1 Min/Max Mode

........................................................................................6

4.2 Clearing Min/Max Daily

...................................................................................... 7

4.3 Outdoor Channel Selection and Scroll Mode .......................................................7

4.4 Temperature Units of Measure

..................................................................7

4.5 Sensor Search Mode

and Resyncing the Sensors ..................................7

4.6 Best Practices for Wireless Communication

................................................ 8

4.7 Backlight Operation

..................................................................................9

4.7.1 Backlight Operation, Battery Power...

...............................................9

4.7.2 Backlight Operation, AC Power(optional)

......................................9

4.8 Adjustment or Cali

bration ..............................................................................9

4.8.1 Indoor Temperature and Humidity Calibration

.........................................10

4.8.2 Outdoor Temperature and Humidity Calibration

.....................................11

5.Glossary of Terms

...............................................................................................12

6.Specifications

......................................................................................................13

6.1 Wireless Specifications

...............................................................................13

6.2 Measurement Specifications

.......................................................................13

6.3 Power Consumption

.....................................................................................13

7.Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................13

8.Accessories .........................................................................................................15

9.Liability Disclaimer ............................................................................................16

10.FCC Statement ..................................................................................................17

11.Warranty Information ........................................................................................18

WS23C

Summary of content (19 pages)

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Ambient Weather WS23C WS-23-C Wireless Indoor/Outdoor 8-Channel Thermo-Hygrometer with Backlit Display (Console Only) User Manual Table of Contents 1.Introduction ....................................................................................................................2 2.Getting Started ...................................................................................................... 3 2.1 Parts List .............................................................................................
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1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS23C Wireless Indoor/Outdoor 8-Channel Thermo-Hygrometer with Backlit Display (Console Only). 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: http://ambientweather.wikispaces.
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Add as many display consoles as you like to your existing system. For example, you can have one remote sensor display temperature and place a display console in every room. WS23C 2. Getting Started The WS23C (console only) works perfectly fine as a standalone unit (no sensors required) if you simply want to monitor indoor temperature and humidity. The WS23C is also sold without any remote sensors so that you can add additional consoles to your system.
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Figure 1 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 indoor temperature and humidity. The remote temperature and humidity will update on the display within a few minutes on the appropriate channel. While in the search mode, the remote search icon displayed next to the channel number.
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If the remote does not update, please reference the troubleshooting guide in Section 7. 2.2.1 Display Console Layout Note: The following illustration shows the full segments of the LCD for description purposes only and will not appear like this during normal operation. 1 10 2 3 9 4 8 6 7 6 5 Figure 2 1. Channel 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8, indictor 2. Scroll mode (CH 1-8) 3. Transmitter low battery indicator 4. Min/Max Record mode 5. Min/Max reset for 24h 6. Indoor Relative Humidity (%) 7.
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Verify the indoor and outdoor temperature match closely with the console and sensor array in the same location (about 5 to 10’ apart). The sensors should be within 2°F (the accuracy is ± 1°F). Allow about 30 minutes for both sensors to stabilize. The temperature can be adjusted or calibrated later to match each other or a known source. 3.
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Prior to entering the MIN/MAX mode, press the CHANNEL/+ button to select the temperature and humidity values you wish to view. 1. Display Maximum. Press the MIN/MAX button once to display the maximum. The MAX icon will be displayed. 2. Clear Maximum. To reset the maximum values to the current values, press and hold the CLEAR button for 3 seconds. 3. Display Minimum. Press the MIN/MAX button again to display the minimum. The MIN icon will be displayed. 4. Clear Minimum.
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1.If a specific channel is lost, press the CHANNEL/+ button to display this channel, then Press and hold the CHANNEL/+ button for 3 seconds, and the remote search icon will be constantly displayed for up to 10 minutes. Once the signal is reacquired, the remote search icon will turn off, and the current values will be displayed. 2.
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Medium Glass (untreated) Plastics Wood Brick Concrete RF Signal Strength Reduction 5-15% 10-15% 10-40% 10-40% 40-80% 90-100% Metal 4.7 Backlight Operation The backlight operation is different when operating on batteries to save power. 4.7.1 Backlight Operation, Battery Power To temporarily turn on the back light for five seconds, press the LIGHT button on the top of the console. To turn on the backlight for 30 minutes, press and hold the LIGHT button on the top of the console for two seconds.
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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%. The purpose of calibration is to fine tune or correct for any sensor error associated with the devices margin of error. The measurement can be adjusted from the console to calibrate to a known source. Calibration is only useful if you have a known calibrated source you can compare it against, and is optional.
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Once the displayed temperature or humidity equals the calibrated source, press and hold the ADJUST button for three seconds, or wait 15 seconds for timeout, and the indoor temperature or humidity value will stop flashing. 4.8.2 Outdoor Temperature and Humidity Calibration Prior to entering the calibration mode, press the CHANNEL/+ button to select the outdoor temperature and humidity you wish to adjust.
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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 8). You can also use common table salt, water and a plastic bag: http://ambientweather.wikispaces.
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6. Specifications 6.1 Wireless Specifications Line of sight wireless transmission (in open air): 300 feet, 100 feet under most conditions. ● ● Frequency: 433 MHZ UHFHLYH RQO\ ● Update Rate: 60 seconds 6.2 Measurement Specifications The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters. Measurement Range Indoor Temperature 32 to 140 °F Indoor Humidity 10 to 99 % Accuracy ± 1 °F ± 5% (only guaranteed between 20 to 90%) Resolution 0.1 °F 1% 6.
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Solution Problem Wireless remote If any of the sensor communication is lost, (thermo-hygrometer) dashes (--.-) will be displayed on the screen. To not reporting in to reacquire the signal, press and hold the console. CHANNEL/+ button for 3 seconds, and the remote search icon will be constantly displayed. Once the signal is reacquired, the remote search icon will turn off, and the There are dashes current values will be displayed. (--.-) on the display console.
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Solution Problem Temperature sensor Make sure the thermo-hygrometer is mounted in reads too high in the a shaded area on the north facing wall. Consider the following radiation shield if this is not day time. possible: http://www.ambientweather.com/amwesrpatean. html Indoor and Outdoor Temperature do not agree Allow up to one hour for the sensors to stabilize due to signal filtering. The indoor and outdoor temperature sensors should agree within 2 °F (the sensor accuracy is ± 1 °F).
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Description Accessory Ambient Weather F007TH Wireless ThermoHygrometer for WS23 Weather Stations Add additional remote thermo-hygrometers. Supports up to eight remote sensors. Ambient Weather Add as many display consoles as you like to your WS23C existing system to display the remote sensor in WS23 Big Digit 8different locations.
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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 information. The specifications of this product may change without prior notice. This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children.
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generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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other than home use (5) applications and uses that this product was not intended (6) the products inability to receive a signal due to any source of interference or metal obstructions and (7) extreme acts of nature, such as lightning strikes or floods.