Ambient Weather WS-2000 User Manual

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5.3.6 Install Mounting Pole
Reference Figure 7. The mounting assembly includes two U-Bolts and a bracket that tightens around
a 1 to 2” diameter pole (not included) using the four U-Bolt nuts.
(a)
(b)
Figure 7
Use the bubble level next to the rain sensor to make sure the sensor array is completely level. If the
sensor array is not level, the rain gauge, UV and solar radiation sensors will not measure properly.
Note: If you cannot read the bubble level due to mounting constraints, place straddle a line or
ruler level across the top of the rain gauge for easier viewing.
5.3.6.1 Aligning the Wind Direction
Locate the four-wind vane compass rose indicators of N, E, S, W (representing North, East, South and
West) at the base of the wind vane. Align the compass rose direction upon final installation with a
compass or GPS.
5.5 Best Practices for Wireless Communication
Wireless communication is susceptible to interference, distance, walls and metal barriers. We
recommend the following best practices for trouble free wireless communication.
1. Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI). Keep the tablet several feet away from computer
monitors and TVs.
2. Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). If you have other 915 MHz devices and
communication is intermittent, try turning off these other devices for troubleshooting
purposes. You may need to relocate the transmitters or receivers to avoid intermittent
communication.
3. Line of Sight Rating. This device is rated at 300 feet line of sight (no interference, barriers or
walls) but typically you will get 100 feet maximum under most real-world installations,
which include passing through barriers or walls.
4. Metal Barriers. Radio frequency will not pass through metal barriers such as aluminum

Ambient Weather WS-2000 Specifications

General

Display Type	Color LCD
Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Power Source (Console)	AC Adapter
Transmission Frequency	915 MHz
Data Logging	Yes
Indoor Temperature Range	32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
Indoor Humidity Range	10% to 99%
Outdoor Humidity Range	10% to 99%
Wind Direction	0° to 360°
UV Index Range	0 to 15
Console Display	Color
Sensors Included	Temperature, Humidity, Wind Speed, Wind Direction, Rainfall, UV, Solar Radiation
Power Source (Sensor Array)	Solar Panel with Battery Backup
Outdoor Sensor Range	Up to 330 feet (100 meters)
Transmission Range	Up to 330 ft (100 m) line of sight
Update Rate	16 seconds
Data Update Interval	16 seconds
Outdoor Temperature Range	-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Rainfall Accuracy	+/- 5%
Rainfall Range	0 to 393.7 inches (0 to 9999 mm)
Wind Speed Range	0 to 100 mph (0 to 160 km/h)
Solar Radiation Range	0 to 1800 W/m²