Ambient Devices WS-0202 User's Manual
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1. seconds to increase rapidly The SET mode will return to Normal mode if no key is pressed for 30 seconds The following table provides times zones throughout the world Locations in the eastern hemisphere are positive and locations in the western hemisphere are negative Hours from Time Zone GMT IDLW International Date Line West Nome AK 10 AHST Alaska Hawai Standard Honolulu HI CAT Central Alaska HST Hawaii Standard YST Yukon Standard Yukon Territory PST Pacific Standard Los Angeles CA USA 7 MST Mountain Standard Denver CO USA CST Central Standard Chicago IL USA Caracas pr Si Paulo Brazil 2 Azores Cape Verde Islands SO GMT Greenwich Mean London England 5 EST Eastern Standard New York NY USA Version 1 0 Copyright 2010 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 4 3 ambient weather Hours from Time Zone Cities GMT WET Western European o pe Ab Dhabi UAB pS Tashkent tana Te Bangkok 8 CCT ChinaCoast Bejing 9 JST JapanStandad Tokyo Ooo Uje 12 IDLE International Date Line East Wellington New Zealand NZST New Zealand Standard 4 2 Rain Mode 4 2 1 Displaying Rainfall While in normal mode press the RAIN key and the 1 hour rainfall will be displayed Press RAIN key again and the 24 hour rainfall will be displayed Press the RAIN key a third time and the weekly rainfall record will be displayed Press the RAIN key a fourth time and the TOTAL rainfal2. 3 ambient weather Ambient Weather WS 0202 Advanced Weather Station User Manual ambient weather Table of Contents k PME OCICT G10 ralla 2 Geine A O A aneducbiuwdwuasoaahacthawtbarsbiesterebugetas Zel A AA IT 22 Recommend TOONS aseaeartaccosestccctcecccossaatenatecacaneseestaectencsecaneastecasaeteaeteaneanstunasscaneasiaaesenstecntene 2 3 Rain Gauge Sensor Sel UP isis tale citando itinere 2 4 Display Console Sc UP eesse a 2 5 Radio Controlled Clock RCC Teseo eaP a ENERETT EE e N raneh dy Remote sensor Installation rcil idd ie e deaa i 4 AAA A 4 1 DC CO ii IOS AAA NA 4 2 PPP saat seacaseeecatcactenciscanenuteaceenateaat lt caececeuucssaateanioocees ececnteest 4 2 1 Displaying Rainfall cnnnnnccnccnnnnnnononononcnnncnononnnnnnnnnnnononnnonnnnnnnnncnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnaninnnnnnss 422 2 Reset Ram Data sion dci lat liada 3 Elle ota ge sil lo a PEOR PPP o o E E Os CMC ANOS sala T E TTO 6 1 Wireless Se CHIC AMONG csiga annan RE EAN EE EAEE AEREE 6 2 Measurement Specifications lis a Go Pover 0 Ts 001 8 006 iassa dieta Troubleshooting GIGS uss tose scsacdiscosishssssanedidsedocherereneelicnshsban suuevsiioephveusoanncbblansnabes svarebiisubbebaacsenebidonss E A RU a a a E a E R y Liability DisclaiMet intra erta ic cavnasanatintaretainenventinceesnieanieidaninae tienen ea E e AEE E aia oaia 0 PEC AAA A A A ek 1 7 8 9 1 ici AAPP O Version 1 0 OCopyright 2010 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 1 3 ambie
3. Copyright 2010 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 2 3 ambient weather Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 2 4 Display Console Set Up N Note To avoid permanent damage please take note of the battery polarity before inserting the batteries Move the rain gauge at least 10 away from the display console if the sensor is too close 1t may not be received by the display console Remove the battery door on the back of the display Insert two AA alkaline or lithium avoid rechargeable batteries in the back of the display console The display will light up for a few seconds to verify all segments are operating properly 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 date and time The rainfall will update on the display within a few minutes Do not touch any buttons until the remote sensor reports in otherwise the remote sensor search mode will be terminated When the remote sensor data has been received the console will automatically switch to the normal mode and all further settings can be performed If the remote does not update please reference the troubleshooting guide in Section 7 2 5 Radio Controlled Clock RCC After the remote sensor 1s powered up the sensor will transmit weather data for 30 seconds and then the sensor will begin radio controlled clock RCC reception During the RCC time reception period m
4. aximum 10 minutes no weather data will be transmitted to avoid interference If the signal reception 1s not successful within 1 minute the signal search will be cancelled and will automatically resume every two hours until the signal is successfully captured The regular RF link will resume once RCC reception routine is finished In some locations RCC reception may take a couple of days to receive the signal Version 1 0 Copyright 2010 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 3 3 ambient weather 3 Remote Sensor Installation It is recommended you mount the rain gauge sensor on a flat well drained surface where there is no vibration Use 2 screws not included to affix the rain gauge to a flat surface 4 Console Operation as Note The console has two keys for easy operation SET key RAIN key Any program mode can be exited by waiting for the 30 second time out to take effect 4 1 Set Program Mode While in Normal Mode press and hold the SET key for at least three seconds to enter the Set Mode The first setting will begin flashing You can press the SET key again to skip any step as defined below DST daylight savings time ON OFF Time Zone Setting 12 24 hour format Manual time setting hours minutes Calendar setting year month date Temperature display units Celsius or Fahrenheit Rainfall display units mm or in AA PS In the Set mode press the RAIN key to scroll the value Hold the RAIN key for 3
5. g The maximum line of sight communication range 1s in to console 300 Move the sensor assembly closer to the display console There are dashes on the display console If the sensor assembly 1s too close less than 10 move the sensor assembly away from the display console Cycle power on the console The console may have exited the search mode Install a fresh set of batteries in the remote rain gauge 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 Move the remote sensor to a higher location Move the remote sensor to a closer location Radio Frequency RF Sensors cannot transmit through metal barriers example aluminum siding or multiple thick walls Indoor temperature sensor innacurate Check Replace the batteries Also make sure that the base station is not placed near objects that can act as Version 1 0 Copyright 2010 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 6 3 ambient weather Problem ss sources of heat or coll Display console contrast 1s weak Replace console batteries with a fresh set of batteries 8 Accessories The following software and hardware accessories are available for this weather station at www AmbientWeathe
6. l record will be displayed 4 2 2 Reset Rain Data Press the RAIN key for approximately 3 seconds while displaying TOTAL rainfall and the 1hour 24hour week and TOTAL rainfall record will be reset to 0 00 5 Glossary of Terms Accuracy Accuracy is defined as the ability of a measurement to match the actual value of the quantity being measured Range Range is defined as the amount or extent a value can be measured 6 Specifications 6 1 Wireless Specifications e Line of sight wireless transmission in open air 300 feet e Frequency 433 MHz e Update Rate 48 seconds Version 1 0 OCopyright 2010 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 5 3 ambient weather 6 2 Measurement Specifications The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters Measurement Indoor Temperature 15 8 to 140 F Rain 0 to 394 in 6 3 Power Consumption e Base station 2 x AA 1 5V Alkaline batteries e Rain gauge 2 x AAA 1 5V Alkaline batteries e Battery life Minimum 12 months for base station Minimum 24 months for rain gauge sensor use lithium batteries in cold weather climates 7 Troubleshooting Guide If your question 1s not answered here you can contact us as follows 1 Email Support support ambientweather com 2 Live Chat Support www ambientweather com chat html M F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time 3 Technical Support 480 283 1644 M F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time Wireless remote rain gauge not reportin
7. nnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 11 Warranty Information Ambient LLC provides a 1 year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase is valid only on products purchased and only to the original purchaser of this product To receive warranty service the purchaser must contact Ambient LLC for problem determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed by a Ambient LLC The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to Ambient LLC Your Ambient LLC warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions 1 damage caused by accident unreasonable use or neglect lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance 2 damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner s manual 3 damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other than an authorized Ambient LLC authorized service center 4 units used for 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
8. nt weather 1 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS 0202 Wireless Rain Gauge with Indoor Temperature 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 com ws0202 2 Getting Started N Note The power up sequence must be performed in the order shown in this section remote rain gauge transmitter first Display Console second The WS 0202 weather station consists of a display console receiver and a rain guage remote transmitter 2 1 Parts List Display Console Frame Dimensions LxWxH 4 50 x 2 75 x 1 25 in LCD Dimensions LxW 2 0 x 1 5 1 Rain Gauge Dimensions LxWxH 4 75 x 2 75 x 3 2 2 Recommend Tools e Philips screwdriver e Drill for mounting rain gauge 2 3 Rain Gauge Sensor Set Up N Note To avoid permanent damage please take note of the battery polarity before inserting the batteries 1 Remove the rain gauge cover as shown in Figure Push in the side tabs on both sides of the rain gauge cover and lift to expose the base 2 Remove the battery cover as shown in Figure 2 Lift both sides of the battery cover exposing the battery compartment 3 Insert two AA batteries into the battery compartment as shown in Figure 3 Replace the battery cover and the rain gauge cover Version 1 0
9. or floods 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 pst Version 1 0 Copyright 2010 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 8
10. part 15 19 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions Version 1 0 Copyright 2010 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 7 3 ambient weather 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Statement according to FCC part 15 21 Modifications not expressly approved by this company could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Statement according to FCC part 15 105 NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment 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 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Co
11. r com Energizer AAA Lithium AAA lithium batteries for cold weather Battery 2 pack Batteries climates for Long Life and Cold Weather Ambient Weather RG100 Made with UV inhibited ABS plastic Rain Gauge Mounting Shelf EN universal rain gauge mounting shelf and ME hardware mounts to a fence post or mounting pole 9 Liability Disclaimer Please help in the preservation of the environment and return used batteries to an authorized depot The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment 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 No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization of the manufacturer Ambient LLC WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL PUNITIVE OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT 10 FCC Statement Statement according to FCC
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