Ambient Weather WS-1900 User Manual

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Required
Step Description Section
1
Assemble
and
power up the sensor array
5.3
2
Power up the display console
and synchronize with sensor array
5.6
3
Mount the sensor array
5.3.6
4
Set dat
e and time
on console
6.3
5 Calibrate the relative pressure to sea-level conditions (local airport) on
console
6.3
6
Reset the rain to zero on console
6.5.2
4. Pre-Installation Checkout and Site Survey
4.1 Pre Installation Checkout
Before installing your weather station in the permanent location, we recommend operating the weather
station for one week in a temporary location with easy access. This will allow you to check out all of
the functions, insure proper operation and familiarize you with the weather station and calibration
procedures.
4.2 Site Survey
Perform a site survey before installing the weather station. Consider the following:
1. You must clean the rain gauge every few months and change the batteries every 2-3 years.
Provide easy access to the weather station.
2. Avoid radiant heat transfer from buildings and structures. In general, install the sensor array at
least 5’ from any building, structure, ground, or roof top.
3. Avoid wind and rain obstructions. The rule of thumb is to install the sensor array at least four
times the distance of the height of the tallest obstruction. For example, if the building is 20’
tall and the mounting pole is 6’ tall, install the sensor array 4 x (20 – 6)’ = 56’ away.
4. Mount the sensor array in direct sunlight for accurate temperature readings.
5. Installing the weather station over sprinkler systems or other unnatural vegetation may
affect temperature and humidity readings. We suggest mounting the sensor array over natural
vegetation.
6. Wireless Range. Radio communication between receiver and transmitter in an open field can
reach a distance of up to 330 feet, providing there are no interfering obstacles such as
buildings, trees, vehicles and high voltage lines. Wireless signals will not penetrate metal
buildings. Under most conditions, the maximum wireless range is 100’.
7. Radio Interference. Computers, radios, televisions and other sources can interfere with radio
communications between the sensor array and console. Please take this into consideration
when choosing console or mounting locations. Make sure your display console is at least five
feet away from any electronic device to avoid interference.
8. Visit Ambient Weather Mounting Solutions for assistance and ideas for mounting your
weather station:
http://www.ambientweather.com/amwemoso.html
5. Getting Started
The Ambient Weather WS-1900OSPREY WiFi Personal Weather Station consists of an indoor display
console (receiver + WiFi transmitter) and an all-in-one outdoor weather sensor array.

Ambient Weather WS-1900 Specifications

General

Brand	Ambient Weather
Model	WS-1900
Category	Weather Station
Language	English