Ambient Weather WS-08 User Manual

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1. Introduction ..........................................................................................................
2.Getting Started ......................................................................................................
2.1 Parts List .......................................................................................................
2.2 Recommend Tools .........................................................................................
2.3 Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor Set Up ..............................................................
2.4 Display Console Set Up ................................................................................4
2.4.1 Display Console Layout .........................................................................5
2.4.2 Sensor Operation Verification ................................................................6
3.Remote Sensor Installation ...................................................................................6
4.Display Features ...................................................................................................7
4.1 Comfort Icon ..................................................................................................7
4.2 Rate of Change Icon .....................................................................................7
5.Console Operation ................................................................................................7
5.1 .......................................................................................................7
5.2 .....................................................................8
5.3 ...................................................................................................8
5.4 ..............................................................................................8
5.5 ................................................................9
5.6 .....................................................................................9
5.7 ..................................................9
5.8 .............................................................................10
5.8.1 Humidity Calibration .............................................................................10
5.8.2 Temperature Calibration .......................................................................11
6.Glossary of Terms ...............................................................................................12
7.Specifications ......................................................................................................12
7.1 Wireless Specifications ...............................................................................12
7.2 Measurement Specifications .......................................................................12
7.3 Power Consumption.....................................................................................12
8.Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................12
9.Accessories .........................................................................................................14
10.Liability Disclaimer ............................................................................................15
11.FCC Statement .................................................................................................15
12.Warranty Information ........................................................................................16
Set Mode
Day Month/Year/Alarm Display
Time Alarm
Reset Max/Min
Indoor/Outdoor Channel Selection
Sensor Search Mode
Best Practices for Wireless Communication
Adjustment or Calibration
Ambient Weather WS-08 Wireless Indoor/Outdoor 8-
Channel Thermo-Hygrometer with Daily Min/Max
Display User Manual

Ambient Weather WS-08 Specifications

General

Humidity Accuracy	± 5%
Transmission Frequency	433 MHz
Display Type	LCD
Humidity Measurement Range	10% to 99%
Power Source	2 x AA batteries
Transmission Range	300 feet (91 meters) line of sight
Update Rate	60 seconds
Temperature Resolution	0.1°F
Battery Life	Up to 1 year
Indoor/Outdoor Use	Both
Mounting	Tabletop or wall mount

Summary

Getting Started

Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor Set Up

Provides instructions for setting up the remote sensor, including battery recommendations and initial setup steps.

Channel Number

Explains how to set the channel number for up to eight transmitters using dip switches 1, 2, and 3.

Temperature Units of Measure

Details how to change the temperature units between Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C) using dip switch 4.

Display Console Set Up

Guides the user through the process of setting up the display console, including battery installation.

Sensor Operation Verification

Remote Sensor Installation

Console Operation

Set Mode

Indoor/Outdoor Channel Selection

Sensor Search Mode

Best Practices for Wireless Communication

Adjustment or Calibration

Humidity Calibration

Provides step-by-step instructions for calibrating the humidity reading on the console using specific button presses.

Temperature Calibration

Outlines the process for calibrating the temperature reading on the console using a reference thermometer.

Troubleshooting Guide