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Ambient Weather OBSERVERIP 2.0 User Manual

Ambient Weather OBSERVERIP 2.0
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Ambient Weather OBSERVERIP2.0 Receiver User Manual
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2. OBSERVERIP2.0 Receiver ............................................................................................................ 2
2.1 Hardware Requirements .......................................................................................................... 2
2.2 Software Requirements ........................................................................................................... 2
2.3 OBSERVERIP2.0 Network Connection Options .................................................................... 2
2.4 Finding the OBSERVERIP2.0 from your device (computer, smart phone, or tablet with a
browser) when connected to your network via WiFi .......................................................................... 4
2.4.1 PC Users ................................................................................................................................. 4
2.4.2 Mac Users .............................................................................................................................. 5
2.4.3 Linux Users ............................................................................................................................ 6
2.5 Finding the OBSERVERIPIP2.0 from your device (computer, smart phone, or tablet with a
browser) when connected to your Local Area Network via Ethernet" ................................................ 7
2.6 Weather Network Settings ....................................................................................................... 8
2.6.1 AmbientWeather.net ........................................................................................................... 9
2.6.2 Additional AmbientWeather.net Features ........................................................................... 9
2.6.2.1 IFTTT ........................................................................................................................ 9
2.6.2.2 Compatible with Alexa .............................................................................................. 9
2.6.2.3 Works with Google Assistant ................................................................................... 10
2.7 Station Settings ..................................................................................................................... 10
2.8 Weather Station Settings ....................................................................................................... 10
2.8.1 Time Zone Setting ............................................................................................................ 10
2.8.2 Daylight Savings Time ..................................................................................................... 11
2.8.3 Units of Measure .............................................................................................................. 11
2.9 Live Data ............................................................................................................................... 13
2.9.1 Reset and Change Rain Totals .......................................................................................... 13
2.10 Calibration ............................................................................................................................. 15
2.10.1 Relative Barometric Pressure Calibration Example ..................................................... 15
2.11 Adding Additional Sensors ................................................................................................... 18
2.11.1 Accessories .................................................................................................................. 20
2.11.2 Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer, 8 Channel (optional, Model WH31E) ............. 20
2.11.3 Sensor Placement ......................................................................................................... 25
3. Updating Firmware ....................................................................................................................... 26
3.1 PC Users ................................................................................................................................ 26
3.2 Mac Users ............................................................................................................................. 27
3.3 Linux Users ........................................................................................................................... 28
4. Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................................... 30
5. Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 31
5.1 Wireless Specifications ......................................................................................................... 31
5.2 Power Consumption .............................................................................................................. 31
6. Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................. 31
7. Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 33
8. FCC Statement .............................................................................................................................. 33
9. Warranty Information .................................................................................................................... 34

Questions and Answers:

Ambient Weather OBSERVERIP 2.0 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmbient Weather
ModelOBSERVERIP 2.0
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

OBSERVERIP2.0 Receiver

Hardware Requirements

Lists the necessary hardware components for the OBSERVERIP2.0 Receiver.

Software Requirements

Lists the software prerequisites for using the OBSERVERIP2.0 Receiver.

Network Connection Options

Details the available methods for connecting the OBSERVERIP2.0 Receiver to a network.

Finding Receiver via WiFi

Guides users on locating the OBSERVERIP2.0 receiver using various devices on a Wi-Fi network.

Finding Receiver via Ethernet

Instructs users on finding the OBSERVERIP2.0 receiver via Ethernet connection on a LAN.

Weather Network Settings

Details how to configure network settings for weather services.

Station Settings

Allows users to configure general station settings.

Weather Station Settings

Enables configuration of specific weather station parameters.

Live Data Monitoring

Displays real-time weather data received from the station.

Calibration Procedures

Covers calibration procedures for various weather parameters.

Adding Additional Sensors

Guides on how to add and configure extra sensors to the system.

PC User WiFi Connection

Mac User WiFi Connection

Linux User WiFi Connection

Local Network Configuration

AmbientWeather.net Setup

Additional AmbientWeather.net Features

Time Zone and DST Settings

Units of Measure Configuration

Rain Totals Management

Barometric Pressure Calibration Example

Registering Additional Sensors

Indoor Thermo-Hygrometer-Barometer Setup

Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer Setup

Transmitter Dip Switch Settings

Accessory Product List

Sensor Channel and Unit Configuration

Sensor Placement Guidelines

Updating Firmware

PC User Firmware Update

Steps for updating the OBSERVERIP2.0 firmware on a PC.

Mac User Firmware Update

Steps for updating the OBSERVERIP2.0 firmware on a Mac.

Linux User Firmware Update

Steps for updating the OBSERVERIP2.0 firmware on Linux.

Access Point Deactivation

Glossary of Terms

Specifications

Wireless Specifications

Provides details on wireless transmission range, update rate, and frequency.

Power Consumption

Information on the receiver's power requirements.

Troubleshooting Guide

Wireless Communication Issues

Troubleshooting steps for issues with remote sensor communication.

Data Reporting Problems

Solutions for problems related to reporting data to Wunderground.com.

Liability Disclaimer

FCC Statement

Warranty Information

California Proposition 65 Warning