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Advanced Color Wireless Weather Station User Manual

Table of Contents

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

1.1 What’s New with the WH2812......................................................................................... 2

1.2 Features ............................................................................................................................ 2

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

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

3.1 Parts List ........................................................................................................................... 3

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

3.3 Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor (WH32M) Set Up .............................................................. 4

3.4 Display Console ............................................................................................................... 6

3.4.1 Display Console Layout ................................................................................................... 6

3.4.2 Display Console Set Up ............................................................................................... 6

3.4.3 Display Console Set Up ............................................................................................... 7

3.5 Sensor Operation Verification .......................................................................................... 8

3.6 Sensor Placement ............................................................................................................. 8

3.7 Best Practices for Wireless Communication .................................................................... 9

4 Console Operation................................................................................................................... 10

4.1 Set Mode ........................................................................................................................ 10

4.1.1 Time Zones ................................................................................................................. 12

4.2 Barometric Pressure ....................................................................................................... 12

4.2.1 Barometric Pressure History ...................................................................................... 12

4.2.2 Relative Pressure Calibration ..................................................................................... 13

4.2.3 Relative vs. Absolute Pressure ................................................................................... 13

4.3 Dew Point ....................................................................................................................... 13

4.4 Multiple Channel Selection ............................................................................................ 13

4.5 Alarms ............................................................................................................................ 13

4.5.1 View Alarm Time ....................................................................................................... 13

4.5.2 Time Alarm Settings Mode ........................................................................................ 14

4.5.3 Cancelling the Alarm .................................................................................................. 14

4.5.4 Low Temperature Alarm ............................................................................................ 14

4.6 Calibration ...................................................................................................................... 15

4.7 Max/Min Mode .............................................................................................................. 16

4.8 Other Console Features .................................................................................................. 17

4.8.1 Display Brightness ..................................................................................................... 17

4.8.2 Weather Forecasting ................................................................................................... 17

4.8.3 Weather Forecasting Description and Limitations ..................................................... 17

4.8.4 Moon Phase ................................................................................................................ 17

4.8.5 Pressure Tendency Arrows ......................................................................................... 18

4.8.6 Rate of Change of Pressure Graph ............................................................................. 18

4.8.7 Resynchronizing Lost Sensor ..................................................................................... 19

Receiver model:WH2812

Sensor model:WH32M

Summary of content (24 pages)

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Advanced Color Wireless Weather Station User Manual Receiver model:WH2812 Sensor model:WH32M Table of Contents Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 2 1.1 What’s New with the WH2812......................................................................................... 2 1.2 Features .........................................................................................................................
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5 6 Glossary of Terms ................................................................................................................... 20 Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 20 6.1 Wireless Specifications .................................................................................................. 20 6.2 Measurement Specifications.....................................................................
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2 Quick Start Guide Step Description Section 1 Power up Remote Sensor 3.3 2 Power Up Display Console 3.4 3 Set Up or Program Display Console 4.1 4 Install Sensor 3.6 5 Calibrate Barometer 4.2 and 4.6 3 Getting Started The WH2812 weather station consists of a display console (receiver), thermos-hygrometer sensor and AC adapter.
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QTY 1 Item Image Power Adapter Figure 1 3.2 Recommend Tools  Hammer and nail for hanging remote thermo-hygrometer transmitter. 3.3 Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor (WH32M) Set Up Remove the battery door on the back of the sensor, as shown in Figure 2. Figure 2 Version 2.
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1. BEFORE inserting the batteries, switch the channel switch to the appropriate channel. If you have one sensor, set the switch to Channel 1. If you have two sensors, set the second sensor to Channel 2. If you own three sensors, set the third sensor to Channel 3. 2. To change the temperature units of measure, press the ºC/ºF button. 3. Insert two AA batteries. 4. After inserting the batteries, the remote sensor will display temperature and humidity and channel number on the display, as shown in Figure 3.
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3.4 Display Console 3.4.1 Display Console Layout The display console layout is shown in Figure 4. Figure 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Daylight Savings Time Radio controlled reception Time Week day Date Moon phase Pressure rate of change Barometric pressure Barometric pressure trend arrow Sensor channel number Outdoor humidity Min outdoor humidity Max outdoor humidity 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Outdoor temperature 24. Transmitter signal strength 25.
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Figure 5 3.4.3 Display Console Set Up Place the remote thermo-hygrometer about 5 to 10 feet away from the display console (if the sensor is too close, it may not be received by the display console). 1. Insert the power adapter into the power jack of the console, and plug in the adapter. The LCD display will beep once and then light up. The brightness selection is set to high when plugged into the adapter. 2. Remove the battery door on the back of the display.
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4. After initialization, the console will instantly display indoor temperature, humidity, barometer, moon phase, date and time. The remote search icon will turn on： Do not touch any buttons until the remote sensor reports in, otherwise the remote sensor search mode will be terminated and the search icon will turn off. When the remote sensor data has been received, the console will automatically switch to the normal mode, and all further settings can be performed. 3.4.
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at a height at or above the receiver. If a north facing wall is not possible, choose a shaded area, under an eve. Direct sunlight and radiant heat sources will result in inaccurate temperature readings. Although the sensor is weatherproof, it is best to mount in a well-protected area, such as an eve. 1. Use a screw or nail to affix the remote sensor to the wall, as shown in Figure 6. 2. Hang the remote sensor up on string, as shown in Figure 7.
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Medium RF Signal Strength Reduction Glass (untreated) 5-15% Plastics 10-15% Wood 10-40% Brick 10-40% Concrete 40-80% Metal 90-100% 4 Console Operation Note: The console has four keys for easy operation: TEMP/+ key, ALARM key, BARO/key and SET/CH/CH key. There are four program modes: Set Mode, Alarm Mode, Calibration Mode and Min/Max Mode.
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Command Function Description Settings SET/CH + 2 seconds BEEP Turns on or off the beep with each keystroke Press TEMP/+ or BARO/- to toggle OFF and ON SET/CH RST Reset max/min daily at 12:00am (on) or manually (off) Press TEMP/+ or BARO/- to toggle OFF and ON SET/CH ZON Time Zone (TZ) Press TEMP/+ to increase or BARO/- to decrease (reference Figure 9).
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4.1.
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4.2.2 Relative Pressure Calibration You will want to calculate your barometric pressure to an official reporting station in your area. Since barometric pressure does not drastically change in a 50 mile radius (unless the weather is rapidly changing), this method of calibration is acceptable. To determine the relative pressure for your location, locate an official reporting station near you (the internet is the best source for real time barometer conditions, such as Weather.com or Wunderground.
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4.5.2 Time Alarm Settings Mode To enter the Alarm Mode, press and hold the ALARM key for two seconds (ALARM + 2 seconds). To advance each command, press (do not hold) the SET/CH key. Command Function ALARM + 2 seconds Alarm Hour Set the Alarm Hour Time Press TEMP/+ or BARO/- to increase or decrease the alarm hour. SET/CH Alarm Minute Set the Alarm Hour Minute Press TEMP/+ or BARO/- to increase or decrease the alarm minute. SET/CH ALARM ON/OFF Turn the Time Alarm On or Off.
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4.6 Calibration While in the normal node, press and hold the SET/CH and BARO/- keys for five seconds to enter calibration mode (note: the SET/CH mode will appear after three seconds. Continue pressing the two keys until you see the CAL icon appear in the upper right hand corner of the display). Enter the calibration offset to match the calibration source.
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The calibrated absolute pressure from a calibrated pressure sensor, or actual absolute pressure is 28.61 inHg. The uncalibrated or measured absolute pressure measured by the weather station is 28.66 inHg. Offset = 28.66 – 28.61 = -0.05 inHg Enter the absolute pressure offset -0.05 inHg Note: The absolute pressure offset will also affect the relative pressure. To adjust the relative pressure, only (independent of the absolute pressure), reference Section 4.1.
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4.8 Other Console Features 4.8.1 Display Brightness Press the LIGHT/SNOOZE button to toggle the screen brightness between HIGH, MEDIUM and LOW. 4.8.2 Weather Forecasting The five weather icons are Sunny, Partly Cloudy, Cloudy, Rainy and Stormy. The forecast icon is based on the rate of change of barometric pressure. Please allow at least one month for the weather station to learn the barometric pressure over time.
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southern hemisphere, as shown in Figure 15. Northern Hemisphere: New Waxing Crescent First Quarter Waxing Gibbous Full Waning Gibbous Third Quarter Waning New First Quarter Waxing Gibbous Full Waning Gibbous Third Quarter Waning New Southern Hemisphere: New Waxing Crescent Figure 15 4.8.5 Pressure Tendency Arrows The forecast trend arrow updates every 30 minutes. The trend reflects changes in pressure (1 hPa) over the past 3 hours.
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4.8.7 Resynchronizing Lost Sensor If the signal is lost between the remote sensor (or transmitter) and the display console (or the receiver), to resynchronize, while in normal mode, Press and hold SET/CH and TEMP/+ button for 5 seconds, to register the outdoor transmitter. The sensor search icon will flash. Please wait several minutes for the remote sensor reports in. Do not touch any buttons until synchronization is complete.
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5 Glossary of Terms Term Definition Accuracy Accuracy is defined as the ability of a measurement to match the actual value of the quantity being measured. Hygrometer 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. Range Range is defined as the amount or extent a value can be measured.
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6.2 Measurement Specifications The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters. Measurement Range Accuracy Resolution Indoor Temperature -14 to 140 °F -10 to 60 °C ± 1.8 °F ± 1 °C 0.1 °F 0.1 °C Outdoor Temperature -40 to 140 °F -40 to 60 °C ± 1.8 °F ± 1 °C 0.1 °F 0.1 °C Indoor Humidity 10 to 99 % ± 5% (only guaranteed between 20 to 90%) 1% Outdoor Humidity 10 to 99% ± 5% (only guaranteed between 20 to 90%) 1% Barometric Pressure 8.85 inHg to 32.
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Problem Solution Make sure the remote sensor LCD display is working on both the console and the remote sensor. Install a fresh set of batteries in the remote thermo-hygrometer. For cold weather environments, install lithium batteries. Make sure the remote sensors are not transmitting through solid metal (acts as an RF shield), or earth barrier (down a hill). Move the display console around electrical noise generating devices, such as computers, TVs and other wireless transmitters or receivers.
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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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