Ambient Weather WS-0802 User Manual

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Ambient Weather WS-0802 8-Channel Wireless
Thermometer with Min/Max Display User Manual
Table of Contents
1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 1
2 Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Parts List ....................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Thermometer Sensor Set Up ......................................................................................................... 3
3 Remote Sensor Installation ............................................................................................................. 5
4 Display Console Set Up .................................................................................................................. 6
4.1 Display Console Layout ................................................................................................................ 7
4.2 Sensor Operation Verification ....................................................................................................... 7
5 Display Features .............................................................................................................................. 8
5.1 Console Operation......................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.1 Set Mode ............................................................................................................................ 8
5.1.2 Viewing the High and Low Alarms .................................................................................... 8
5.1.3 Alarm Defaults ................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.4 Setting the Min and Max Alarm ......................................................................................... 9
5.2 Backlight Operation ...................................................................................................................... 9
5.3 Manually Reset Max/Min ............................................................................................................. 9
5.4 Channel Selection ......................................................................................................................... 9
5.5 Sensor Transmission ............................................................................................................... 9
5.5.1 Sensor Search Mode ............................................................................................................... 9
5.5.2 Best Practices for Wireless Communication .................................................................... 10
5.6 Adjustment or Calibration ........................................................................................................... 10
5.6.1 Remote Sensor Temperature Calibration.............................................................................. 11
5.6.2 Indoor (Console) 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 .................................................................................................................. 13
9. Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 14
10. FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................... 14
11. Warranty Information ............................................................................................................... 15
1 Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS-0802 Wireless 8-Channel Thermometer

Ambient Weather WS-0802 Specifications

General

Brand	Ambient Weather
Model	WS-0802
Category	Thermometer
Language	English

Summary

Getting Started

Parts List

Lists the components included with the WS-0802 weather station, including the transmitter and display console.

Thermometer Sensor Setup

Provides instructions for installing batteries and setting up the remote thermometer transmitter.

Remote Sensor Installation

Display Console Setup

Display Console Layout

Details the various elements and indicators displayed on the main console screen.

Sensor Operation Verification

Explains how to verify that the indoor and outdoor sensors are working correctly and matching.

Display Features

Console Operations and Settings

Covers console button functions, setting time/alarms, viewing min/max, and backlight. Includes alarm defaults and min/max alarm setup.

Channel Selection and Sensor Transmission

How to select channels, manage sensor transmission, and best practices for wireless communication.

Adjustment and Calibration

Guidance on fine-tuning sensor readings for accuracy against a known source.

Glossary of Terms

Specifications

Wireless Specifications

Details the wireless transmission range, frequency, and update rate.

Measurement Specifications

Provides accuracy and resolution for indoor and remote temperature measurements.

Power Consumption

Information on battery requirements and expected battery life for the console and sensors.

Troubleshooting Guide

Wireless Communication Issues

Solutions for when the remote sensor is not reporting or shows dashes on the display.

Inaccurate Temperature Readings

Troubleshooting steps for high readings or disagreements between sensors.

Display Console Issues

Resolving problems like weak contrast on the display console.

Liability Disclaimer

FCC Statement

Warranty Information