Ambient Weather WS-16 User Manual

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Ambient Weather WS-16 8-Channel Wireless Thermometer
with Min/Max Display User Manual
Table of Contents
1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2
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 ................................................................................................................................... 7
5.1 Console Operation......................................................................................................................... 7
5.1.1 Set Mode ................................................................................................................................ 7
5.1.2 Viewing the High and Low Alarms ........................................................................................ 8
5.1.3 Alarm Defaults ....................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.3 Setting the Min and Max Alarm ......................................................................................... 8
5.2 Manually Reset Max/Min ............................................................................................................. 9
5.3 Channel Selection ......................................................................................................................... 9
5.4 Sensor Search Mode ...................................................................................................................... 9
5.5 Best Practices for Wireless Communication ................................................................................. 9
5.6 Adjustment or Calibration ........................................................................................................... 10
5.6.1 Remote Sensor Temperature Calibration.............................................................................. 10
5.6.2 Indoor (Console) Temperature Calibration .......................................................................... 10
6 Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................................... 11
7 Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 11
7.1 Wireless Specifications ............................................................................................................... 11
7.2 Measurement Specifications ....................................................................................................... 11
7.3 Power Consumption .................................................................................................................... 11
8 Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................. 12
9 Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 13
10 FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................... 13
11 Warranty Information ............................................................................................................... 14

Ambient Weather WS-16 Specifications

General

Temperature Measurement Range	-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Temperature Resolution	0.1°F (0.1°C)
Humidity Accuracy	±5%
Update Interval	60 seconds
Power Source (Remote Sensor)	2 x AA batteries (not included)
Display Type	LCD
Humidity Measurement Range	10% to 99%
Power Source (Base Station)	AC adapter
Weight	8 ounces
Indoor Temperature Range	32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)

Summary

Getting Started

Thermometer Sensor Setup

Instructions for inserting batteries and configuring the remote sensor's dip switches.

Remote Sensor Installation

Mounting Guidance

Display Console Setup

Console Setup Procedure

Steps to power up and initialize the main display console unit with batteries.

Adjustment and Calibration

Temperature Calibration

Procedures for adjusting remote and indoor sensor temperature readings for accuracy.

Troubleshooting Guide

Sensor Communication Issues

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

Temperature Reading Accuracy

Addresses problems with high temperature readings or disagreements between sensors.