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Wireless Internet Remote Monitoring Weather Station User

Manual

Table of Contents

1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2

2. Quick Start Guide ............................................................................................................................ 2

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

3.1 Parts List ................................................................................................................................. 2

3.2 Recommend Tools .................................................................................................................. 3

3.3 Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor Set Up ......................................................................... 3

3.4 Mounting the Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor .............................................................. 4

3.5 Indoor Thermo-Hygrometer-Barometer Transmitter .............................................................. 5

3.5 Best Practices for Wireless Communication ................................................................................. 6

3.6 ObserverIP Receiver ............................................................................................................... 6

3.6.1 Hardware Requirements ..................................................................................................... 6

3.6.2 Software Requirements ...................................................................................................... 7

3.6.3 ObserverIP Connections ..................................................................................................... 7

3.7 Finding the ObserverIP from your computer.......................................................................... 8

3.7.1 PC Users ............................................................................................................................. 8

3.7.2 Mac Users .......................................................................................................................... 9

5.7.3 Linux Users .......................................................................................................................... 10

3.7.3 Local Device Network Settings ........................................................................................ 11

3.8 Weather Network Settings .................................................................................................... 12

3.9 Viewing your Data on Wunderground.com .......................................................................... 15

3.9.1 Web Browser .................................................................................................................... 15

3.9.2 WunderStation iPad App .................................................................................................. 15

3.9.3 Mobile Apps ..................................................................................................................... 16

3.9.4 Station Settings ................................................................................................................. 17

3.9.5 Live Data .......................................................................................................................... 18

3.9.6 Calibration ........................................................................................................................ 19

4. Updating Firmware ....................................................................................................................... 21

5. Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................................... 23

6. Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 24

6.1 Wireless Specifications ........................................................................................................ 24

6.2 Measurement Specifications ................................................................................................. 24

6.3 Power Consumption ............................................................................................................. 24

7. Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................. 25

8. Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 25

9. FCC Statement .............................................................................................................................. 26

Summary of content (26 pages)

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Wireless Internet Remote Monitoring Weather Station User Manual Table of Contents 1. 2. 3. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2 Quick Start Guide............................................................................................................................ 2 Getting Started ..............................................................................................................
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1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Wireless Internet Remote Monitoring Weather Station. The following user guide provides step by step instructions for installation, operation and troubleshooting. 2. Quick Start Guide Although the manual is comprehensive, much of the information contained may be intuitive. In addition, the manual does not flow properly because the sections are organized by components.
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QTY 1 Item Outdoor thermo-hygrometer transmitter (WH32E) Dimensions (LxWxH): 4.8” x 1.6” x 0.7” (122 x 42 x 18 mm) 1 Sensor screw (for hanging sensor) 1 Zip Tie (for hanging sensor) 1 5V DC Adaptor 1 Ethernet Cable 1 User manual Image 3.2 Recommend Tools   Precision screwdriver (for small Phillips screw on battery cover door and mounting bracket) Drill for mounting bracket 3.
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Remove the battery door on the back of the sensor by sliding off the battery door. Insert two AA batteries as shown in Figure 1, and close the battery door. Note that the temperature and humidity will be displayed on the LCD display. We recommend lithium batteries for cold weather climates, but alkaline batteries are sufficient for most climates. We do not recommend rechargeable batteries.
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Figure 2 The sensor can also be hung from a nylon zip tie (included) or string (not included). Figure 3 3.5 Indoor Thermo-Hygrometer-Barometer Transmitter The indoor thermometer, hygrometer and barometer measures and displays the indoor temperature, humidity and pressure and transmits this data to the ObserverIP receiver. Note: Do not install the thermo-hygrometer-barometer transmitter outside. This will cause errors Version 1.
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in the barometric pressure due to large variations in temperature (barometric pressure is temperature compensated for accuracy). Note that pressure readings made inside your home, business, or facility will correspond closely to the actual barometric pressure outside. Note: The thermo-hygrometer-transmitter transmits directly to the ObserverIP receiver. For best results, place between 5 to 20 feet from the ObserverIP receiver.
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3.6.2 Software Requirements An IP scan tool is required to locate the ObserverIP on the network. 3.6.3 ObserverIP Connections Connect the ObserverIP receiver power jack to AC power with the power adapter (included), as shown in Figure 5, reference 10. Connect the OberverIP receiver to your router using the Ethernet cable (included), as shown in Figure 5, reference 8.
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Ref. 8 9 10 Description LAN connection (connect to router) Reset button AC Power connection Figure 5 3.7 Finding the ObserverIP from your computer 3.7.1 PC Users To find the ObserverIP receiver, launch the IP Tools application The HostIP (your computers IP address) will be displayed. Press the OK button to continue. Figure 6 Select the Search button to find the ObserverIP on your local area network. Version 1.
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Figure 7 Select the ObseverIP module on your network as shown in Figure 8 (the field will be highlighted) and select the Open button (or double click this field) to view the ObserverIP module’s webpage within your browser. Alternately, you can type the IP address in your web browser address bar (example, Figure 9): Figure 8 Figure 9 You are now communicating directly to the ObserverIP and can proceed to Section 3.7. 3.7.2 Mac Users The file is compressed as a zip file and must be extracted to run.
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Figure 10 Select the ObseverIP module on your network as shown in Figure 10 (the field will be highlighted) and select the Open button (or double click this field) to view the ObserverIP module’s webpage within your browser. Alternately, you can type the IP address in your web browser address bar (example, Figure 9): Figure 11 You are now communicating directly to the ObserverIP and can proceed to Section 3.7. 5.7.
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Figure 12 Type the IP address you located from the IP Scan Tool into your web browser (example, Figure 13): Figure 13 You are now communicating directly to the ObserverIP and can proceed to Section 3.7. 3.7.3 Local Device Network Settings From your web browser, access the ObserverIP from the IP address obtained in the previous section. Select the Local Network tab to program the local network settings. Reference Figure 14: 1. IP Address.
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Figure 14 3.8 Weather Network Settings Select the Weather Network tab to program the Weather Underground station settings. Reference Figure 15: Figure 15 Enter the Station ID and password obtained from Wunderground.com®. Select the Apply button to confirm changes. Note: How to create a Wunderground.com® account and station ID. 1. Join the Wunderground.com® Community. Visit: https://www.wunderground.com/members/signup.asp and sign up with Wunderground.com. Version 1.
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2. Join the Personal Weather Station (PWS) network. Visit: http://www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/signup or select More | Register Your PWS from the menu at the top of the WeatherUndeground.com website: Version 1.
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Enter the Station ID obtained and password you entered into the ObserverIP Weather Server panel. Note: If Wunderground.com is not updating, make sure the Station ID and Password are correct. The Station ID is all capital letters, and the password is case sensitive. The most common issue is substituting an O for 0 in the Station ID.
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3.9 Viewing your Data on Wunderground.com There are several ways to view your data on Wunderground: 3.9.1 Web Browser Visit: http://www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/dashboard?ID=STATIONID where STATIONID is your personal station ID (example, KAZSEDON12). Figure 16 3.9.2 WunderStation iPad App Visit: http://www.WunderStation.com to download the WunderStation iPad app. Version 1.
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Figure 17 3.9.3 Mobile Apps Visit: http://www.wunderground.com/download/index.asp 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 1.
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Figure 18 3.9.4 Station Settings Select Apply to confirm any of the changes in this section. 3.9.4.1 Wireless Transmitter Settings Weather Station Model Number: Enter our weather station model number. 3.9.4.2 Time Zone Setting Enter your local time zone and daylight Savings Time. 3.9.4.3 Daylight Savings Time Enter off if you live in Hawaii or Arizona, where DST is not observed. Enter on if you live anywhere else, even if you are currently observing standard time. 3.9.4.
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Figure 19 3.9.5 Live Data Select the Live Data tab to view your live data from the weather station. To freeze the live data updates, select the Stop Refresh button. Figure 20 Version 1.
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3.9.6 Calibration Select the Calibration tab to view your calibration data from the weather station. Select the Apply button to confirm changes. Calibration of most parameters is not required, with the exception of Relative Pressure, which must be calibrated to sea-level to account for altitude effects. For more information on sea-level pressure calibration, please reference note (3) below. 3.9.6.
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Parameter Temperature Type of Calibration Offset Default Typical Calibration Source Current Value Red Spirit or Mercury Thermometer (1) Humidity Offset Current Value Sling Psychrometer (2) ABS Offset Current Value Calibrated laboratory grade Barometer barometer REL Barometer Offset Current Value Local airport (3) (1) Temperature errors can occur when a sensor is placed too close to a heat source (such as a building structure, the ground or trees).
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Note: The purpose of calibration is to fine tune or correct for any sensor error associated with the devices margin of error. Errors can occur due to electronic variation (example, the temperature sensor is a resistive thermal device or RTD, the humidity sensor is a capacitance device), mechanical variation, or degradation (contamination of sensors). Calibration is only useful if you have a known calibrated source you can compare it against, and is optional.
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Figure 23 5. Select the Upgrade Firmware button. Reference Figure 24. The dialog box will display Received a Read Request from the ObserverIP module. A green progress bar will provide you with the upgrade status. DO NOT OPERATE THE MOUSE OR KEYBOARD WHEN UPGRADING to prevent interruption of the upgrade. Figure 24 6. Once the firmware upgrade is complete, the dialog box will display Read session is completed successfully, as shown in Figure 25. Version 1.
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Figure 25 7. Wait about one minute for the ObserverIP module to reboot. You can now Exit the upgrade window, and access the module again, as referenced in Section 3.7. You may be required to enter some settings, so check all of the panels for completeness. 5. Glossary of Terms Term Absolute Barometric Pressure Accuracy Barometer Calibration Dew Point HectoPascals (hPa) Version 1.
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Term Hygrometer Inches of Mercury (inHg) Range Relative Barometric Pressure Resolution Thermometer Definition as millibars (1 hPa = 1 mbar) A hygrometer is a device that measures relative humidity. Relative humidity is a term used to describe the amount or percentage of water vapor that exists in air. Pressure in Imperial units of measure. 1 inch of mercury = 33.86 millibars Range is defined as the amount or extent a value can be measured.
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7. Troubleshooting Guide Problem Wireless remote(s) not reporting in to ObserverIP Receiver. Solution The maximum line of sight communication range is about 300’. Move the sensor assembly closer to the ObserverIP receiver. Install a fresh set of batteries in the remote sensor(s). Do not lay the sensor(s) flat. Make sure the remote sensors are not transmitting through solid metal (acts as an RF shield), or earth barrier (down a hill).
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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 safety information. The specifications of this product may change without prior notice. This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children. No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization of the manufacturer.