Ambient Weather WS-5000 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Grace PhamAug 14, 2025
What to do if my Ambient Weather Station is not reporting data to Wunderground.com?
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  Michelle LandryAug 14, 2025
  If your Ambient Weather Station isn't reporting data to Wunderground.com, first, double-check that your station ID and key are entered correctly. Next, ensure the date, time, and time zone settings on the tablet are accurate, as incorrect settings can cause old data to be reported. Finally, verify that your router's firewall isn't blocking the data transmission via Port 80.
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Roberto RoachAug 17, 2025
Why is the time off by an hour on my Ambient Weather Station?
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  erika46Aug 17, 2025
  If the time on your Ambient Weather Station is off by increments of an hour, or the date is off by one day, it is likely that the time zone is entered incorrectly.
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Matthew JimenezAug 20, 2025
Why is there an exclamation point next to the Wi-Fi icon on my Ambient Weather Station?
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  Nicholas RoseAug 20, 2025
  If there's an exclamation point next to the Wi-Fi icon on your Ambient Weather Station WS-5000 display, it indicates that the display is connected to Wi-Fi but the Wi-Fi is not connected to the Internet. Ensure that the 2.4 GHz band on your router is connected to the Internet. If the problem continues, try rebooting your router.
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Crystal BurnsAug 25, 2025
How to fix no Wi-Fi connection on Ambient Weather Station?
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  Andrew KnightAug 25, 2025
  If your Ambient Weather Station is not connecting to Wi-Fi, first, check for the Wi-Fi symbol on the display. If connectivity is successful, the Wi-Fi icon will be displayed. Ensure your modem Wi-Fi settings (network name and password) are correct. Make sure the tablet is plugged into AC power, as it won't connect on battery power alone. The tablet only supports 2.4 GHz routers; if you have a dual-band router, disable the 5 GHz band and enable the 2.4 GHz band.
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Jo DixonAug 27, 2025
How to fix Ambient Weather Station temperature sensor that reads too high in the daytime?
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  Amanda TranAug 27, 2025
  If the temperature sensor on your Ambient Weather Station reads too high during the daytime, ensure that the sensor array is not located near heat-generating sources such as buildings, pavement, walls, or air conditioning units. You can also use the calibration feature to offset installation issues related to radiant heat sources.
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Phyllis MeltonAug 30, 2025
What to do if the outdoor sensor array on my Ambient Weather Station is not communicating with the display tablet?
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  emilydavisAug 30, 2025
  To resolve the issue of the outdoor sensor array not communicating with the display tablet of your Ambient Weather Station, try the following: Reset the sensor array by pressing the reset button for 3 seconds. Remove the batteries, wait one minute while covering the solar panel, then reinsert the batteries and resync the tablet about 10 feet away. Ensure the LED next to the battery compartment flashes every 5 seconds; if not, replace the batteries, checking their polarity. If the sensor flashes every 5 seconds, power cycle the tablet by removing AC power for 10 seconds and then reinserting it.
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qcampbellSep 3, 2025
Why does my Ambient Weather Station rain gauge report rain when it is not raining?
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  Shelia ParkerSep 3, 2025
  If your Ambient Weather Station's rain gauge reports rain when it is not raining, it might be due to an unstable mounting. Ensure you have a stable and level mounting solution, as sway in the mounting pole can incorrectly increment rainfall.
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Megan MartinezSep 6, 2025
Why doesn't the relative pressure on my Ambient Weather Station agree with the official reporting station?
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  brittanymarquezSep 6, 2025
  If the relative pressure on your Ambient Weather Station does not agree with an official reporting station, first, make sure you are viewing the relative pressure and not the absolute pressure. Then, properly calibrate the sensor to an official local weather station.
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Shawn ToddSep 9, 2025
Why doesn't the wind vane on my Ambient Weather Station spin as freely as the wind cups?
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  Edward FrenchSep 9, 2025
  This is by design. The dampening prevents the wind vane from spinning with the slightest breeze, which will result in variable wind all the time. The added resistance allows the wind vane to change direction with 2 – 3 mph, providing a much better wind direction tracking.

Ambient Weather WS-5000 Specifications

General

Wireless Frequency	915 MHz
Wind Speed Accuracy	± 1 mph
UV Index Range	0 to 16
Light Range	0 to 200, 000 Lux
Solar Radiation Range	0 to 1800 W/m²
Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Display Type	TFT LCD
Transmission Distance	1000 feet
Temperature Range	-40 to 140 °F
Humidity Range	10% to 99%
Wind Direction	0° to 360°
Rainfall Measurement	0 to 999.9 inches
Power Source (Outdoor Sensor)	Solar panel with battery backup
Console Power Source	5V DC adapter
Data Storage	Ambient Weather Network
Compatibility	Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT