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Glossary of Terms 

 

Term 

Definition 

Accuracy 

Accuracy is defined as the ability of a measurement to match the actual 
value of the quantity being measured. 

Hygrometer 

A hygrometer is a device that measures relative humidity.    Relative 
humidity is a term used to describe the amount or percentage of water 
vapor that exists in air. 

Range 

Range is defined as the amount or extent a value can be measured. 

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Specifications 

6.1

 

Wireless Specifications 

 

Line of sight wireless transmission (in open air): 265 feet, 100 feet under most conditions. 

 

Frequency: 433 MHz 

 

Update Rate: 60 seconds 

6.2

 

Measurement Specifications 

The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters.   
 

Measurement 

Range 

Accuracy 

Resolution 

Indoor Temperature 

14 to 140 °F 

± 1 °F 

0.1 °F 

Outdoor Temperature 

-40 to 140 °F 

± 1 °F 

0.1 °F 

Indoor Humidity 

1 to 99 % 

± 3% (only guaranteed 
between 20 to 90%) 

1 % 

6.3

 

Power Consumption 

 

Base station (display console) : 1 x AA    Alkaline or Lithium batteries (not included) 

 

Remote sensor : 1 x AA 1.5V Alkaline or Lithium batteries (not included) 

 

Battery  life:    About  2  years  for  base  station  with  one  sensor  and  excellent  reception. 
Intermittent reception and multiple sensors may reduce the battery life.   
Minimum 12  months for thermometer sensor (use lithium batteries in cold weather climates 
less than -4 °F) 

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Troubleshooting Guide 

If your question is not answered here, you can contact us as follows: 
 

1.

 

Email Support: 

[email protected]

 

2.

 

Technical Support: 480-346-3380 (M-F 8am to 3pm Arizona Time) 
 
 

Problem 

Solution 

Wireless remote (thermometer) not 
reporting in to console. 
 
There are dashes (--.-) on the display 
console. 

If  sensor  communication  is  lost,  dashes  (--.-)  will  be 
displayed  on  the  screen.  To  reacquire  the  signal,  To 
resynchronize,  press  both  the 

°C  /  °F

  and

  High  /  Low 

Record

  buttons  at  the  same  time  for  five  seconds.,  and 

the  remote  search  icon 

  will  flash.  Once  the  signal 

Summary of Contents for WS-0270

Page 1: ...n 6 5 Glossary of Terms 7 6 Specifications 7 6 1 Wireless Specifications 7 6 2 Measurement Specifications 7 6 3 Power Consumption 7 7 Troubleshooting Guide 7 8 Liability Disclaimer 8 9 FCC Statement 9 10 Warranty Information 9 1 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS 0270 Wireless Indoor Outdoor Thermometer with Indoor Humidity The following user guide provides step by ...

Page 2: ...e temperature range and do not last as long as non rechargeable batteries We recommend fresh alkaline batteries for outdoor temperature ranges between 4 F and 140 F and fresh lithium batteries for outdoor temperature ranges between 40 F and 140 F 1 Remove the battery door on the back of the sensor by sliding the compartment door down as shown in Figure 1 Figure 1 1 Integrated hanger for zip tie 2 ...

Page 3: ... 2 1 Suspension eye for wall hanging 2 Desk Stand 3 C F button 4 High Low Record button 5 Battery Compartment 6 Battery Compartment door All of the LCD segments will light up for a few seconds to verify all segments are operating properly 3 Replace the battery door and fold out the desk stand and place the console in the upright position The console will instantly display indoor temperature and hu...

Page 4: ...cation Verify the indoor and outdoor temperature match closely with the console and sensor array in the same location about 5 to 10 apart The sensors should be within 2 F the accuracy is 1 F Allow about 30 minutes for both sensors to stabilize 3 Wireless Sensor Installation It is recommended you mount the remote sensor in a shaded area Direct sunlight and radiant heat sources will result in inaccu...

Page 5: ...er Figure 5 4 Console Operation Note The console has two buttons for easy operation C F button on the left and High Low Record button on the right 4 1 Temperature Units of Measure To change the temperature units of measure press the C F button on the left 4 2 High Low Record The indoor temperature indoor humidity and outdoor temperature can be reset every 24 hours based on when the batteries are i...

Page 6: ...ay from computer monitors and TVs 2 Radio Frequency Interference RFI If you have other 433 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...

Page 7: ... F 0 1 F Indoor Humidity 1 to 99 3 only guaranteed between 20 to 90 1 6 3 Power Consumption Base station display console 1 x AA Alkaline or Lithium batteries not included Remote sensor 1 x AA 1 5V Alkaline or Lithium batteries not included Battery life About 2 years for base station with one sensor and excellent reception Intermittent reception and multiple sensors may reduce the battery life Mini...

Page 8: ...oser location Temperature sensor reads too high in the day time Make sure the thermometer is mounted in a shaded area on the north facing wall Consider the following radiation shield if this is not possible http www ambientweather com amwesrpatean html Display console contrast is weak Replace console batteries with a fresh set of batteries 8 Liability Disclaimer Please help in the preservation of ...

Page 9: ...to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected C...

Page 10: ...f nature such as lightning strikes or floods This warranty covers only actual defects within the product itself and does not cover the cost of installation or removal from a fixed installation normal set up or adjustments claims based on misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation related circumstances ...

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