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Ambient Weather WS-16 8-Channel Wireless Thermometer

with Min/Max Display User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2

Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 3

2.1 Parts List ....................................................................................................................................... 3

2.2 Thermometer Sensor Set Up ......................................................................................................... 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

Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................................... 11

Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 11

7.1 Wireless Specifications ............................................................................................................... 11

7.2 Measurement Specifications ....................................................................................................... 11

7.3 Power Consumption .................................................................................................................... 11

Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................. 12

Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 13

FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................... 13

Warranty Information ............................................................................................................... 14

Summary of Contents for WS-16

Page 1: ...peration 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 Ter...

Page 2: ...nd receivers additional sensors and receivers are sold separately Item Number Image Description F007T 8 channel sensor measures temperature Applications include indoor and outdoor air temperature measurement F007TP 8 channel sensor measures probe temperature Applications include refrigerators and freezers where the probe is placed inside the appliance s and the display is outside water temperature...

Page 3: ...Console Frame Dimensions LxHxW 4 0 x 2 95 x 1 00 in LCD Dimensions LxW 1 96 x 1 77 LCD Segment Height 0 78 inches 1 User Manual 2 2 Thermometer Sensor Set Up Note Do not use rechargeable batteries We recommend fresh alkaline batteries for temperature ranges between 4 F and 140 F and fresh lithium batteries for temperature ranges between 40 F and 140 F 1 Remove the battery door on the back of the s...

Page 4: ...CTION 1 2 3 4 DOWN DOWN DOWN Channel 1 DOWN DOWN UP Channel 2 DOWN UP DOWN Channel 3 DOWN UP UP Channel 4 UP DOWN DOWN Channel 5 UP DOWN UP Channel 6 UP UP DOWN Channel 7 UP UP UP Channel 8 DOWN F UP C Table 1 5 Insert two AAA batteries 6 After inserting the batteries the remote sensor LED indicator will light for 4 seconds and then flash once per 60 seconds thereafter Each time it flashes the sen...

Page 5: ...n the set screw 3 Remote Sensor Installation It is recommended you mount the remote sensor on a north facing wall in a shaded area Direct sunlight and radiant heat sources will result in inaccurate temperature readings Although the sensor is water resistant it is best to mount in a well protected area such as under an eve Use a screw or nail not included to affix the remote sensor to the wall as s...

Page 6: ...h quality batteries in the back of the display console All of the LCD segments will light up for a few seconds to verify all segments are operating properly 1 Replace the battery door and place the console in the upright position with the desk stand folded out The console will instantly display time and indoor temperature as designated The remote temperature will update on the display within a few...

Page 7: ...4 2 Sensor Operation Verification Verify the indoor and outdoor temperature match closely 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 The temperature can be adjusted or calibrated later to match each other or a known source 5 Display Features 5 1 Console Operation Note The console has three butto...

Page 8: ...ears Daily and Clears Manually Press the SET key to exit setting 5 1 2 Viewing the High and Low Alarms The high and low alarms can be set for Channels 1 and 2 only Press the CH button to switch the display between Channel 1 and 2 Next press the SET button to view the High MAX and LOW MIN alarm along with the alarm time Press the SET button again to return to the normal mode 5 1 3 Alarm Defaults Ch...

Page 9: ... subtracted or multiple sensor channels are lost press and hold the CH button for 5 seconds on any channel and the remote search icon will be constantly displayed for up to 10 minutes Once the signal is reacquired the remote search icon will turn off and the current values will be displayed 5 5 Best Practices for Wireless Communication Wireless communication is susceptible to interference distance...

Page 10: ...ch vary significantly from location to location 5 6 1 Remote Sensor Temperature Calibration Prior to entering the calibration mode press the CH button to select the remote temperature sensor you wish to adjust To enter the temperature calibration mode press and hold the SET and CH buttons at the same time for 5 seconds and the remote temperature value will begin flashing Press the CH button to inc...

Page 11: ... hours Compare this temperature to the fluid thermometer and adjust the console to match the fluid thermometer 6 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 Range Range is defined as the amount or extent a value can be measured 7 Specifications 7 1 Wireless Specifications Line of sight wirel...

Page 12: ...e sensor assembly is too close less than 5 move the sensor assembly away from the display console Make sure the remote sensor LCD display is working and the transmitter light is flashing once per 60 seconds Install a fresh set of batteries in the remote thermo hygrometer For cold weather environments install lithium batteries Make sure the remote sensors are not transmitting through solid metal ac...

Page 13: ...ES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT 10FCC Statement Statement according to FCC part 15 19 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Statement according...

Page 14: ... Your Ambient LLC warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions 1 damage caused by accident unreasonable use or neglect lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance 2 damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner s manual 3 damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other than an author...

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