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7. 

Specifications

      

7.1 Wireless Specifications

Line of sight wireless transmission (in open air): 300 feet, 100 feet  under 

most conditions.

Frequency: 433 MHz

Update Rate: 60 seconds

  

7.2 Measurement Specifications

      The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters. 

   7.3 Power Consumption

Base  station  (display  console):  4  x AAA  1.5V Alkaline  or  Lithium  batteries 

(not included)

Remote sensor : 2 x AAA 1.5V Alkaline or Lithium batteries (not included)

Battery life:  Minimum 12 months for base station with one sensor and 

excellent reception. Intermittent reception and multiple sensors may 
reduce the battery life.

  Minimum  12  months  for  thermometer-hygrometer  sensor  (use  lithium 

batteries in cold weather climates less than -4°F)

8. Troubleshooting Guide

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

6. Glossary of Terms

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

Version 1.0

        

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Term                                Definition

    

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

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

Range

Accuracy

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.

Hygrometer

Measurement

Range

Resolution

Indoor Temperature

32 to 140°F

± 1°F

0.1°F

Outdoor Temperature

-40 to 140°F

± 1°F

0.1°F

Accuracy

10 to 99 %

10 to 99 %

± 5% (only guaranteed 
between 20 to 90%)

± 5% (only guaranteed 
between 20 to 90%)

1%

1%

Indoor Humidity

Outdoor Humidity

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Страница 1: ... 8 5 5 9 5 6 9 5 7 9 5 8 10 5 8 1 Humidity Calibration 10 5 8 2 Temperature Calibration 11 6 Glossary of Terms 12 7 Specifications 12 7 1 Wireless Specifications 12 7 2 Measurement Specifications 12 7 3 Power Consumption 12 8 Troubleshooting Guide 12 9 Accessories 14 10 Liability Disclaimer 15 11 FCC Statement 15 12 Warranty Information 16 Set Mode Day Month Year Alarm Display Time Alarm Reset Max...

Страница 2: ...hygrometer remote transmitter 2 1 Parts List 2 2 Recommend Tools Hammer and nail for hanging remote thermo hygrometer transmitter 2 3 Thermo Hygrometer Sensor Set Up Note Do not use 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 d...

Страница 3: ...annel 1 change Dip Switches 1 2 and 3 as referenced in Table 1 4 Temperature Units of Measure To change the transmitter display units of measure F vs C change Dip Switch 4 as referenced in Table 1 Table 1 displays all four switches in the OFF position factory default setting Version 1 0 Copyright 2013 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 3 DIP SWITCH FUNCTION Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel ...

Страница 4: ...asket around the battery compartment is properly seated in its trace prior to closing the door Tighten the set screw 2 4 Display Console Set Up 1 Move the remote thermo hygrometer s about 5 to 10 away from the display console if the sensor is too close it may not be received by the display console If you have more than one thermo hygrometer make sure they are all powered up and transmitting on dif...

Страница 5: ...ll be constantly displayed If you have more than once remote sensor up to eight remotes are supported the display will automatically toggle between sensors until all sensors have reported in Do not touch any buttons until the remote sensor has reported in or the radio search icon is no longer on otherwise the remote sensor search mode will be terminated When the remote sensor temperature and humid...

Страница 6: ... 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 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 ina...

Страница 7: ...rate of 2 F per 30 minutes or greater or humidity is increasing at a rate of 5 per 30 minutes or greater If the arrow points downward the temperature is decreasing at a rate of 2 F per 30 minutes or less or humidity is decreasing at a rate of 5 per 30 minutes or less 5 Console Operation Note The console has three buttons for easy operation CLEAR button SET ADJUST button and CHANNEL button 5 1 Set ...

Страница 8: ... the SET key to advance to the next setting 8 Alarm Hour Press the or key to increase or decrease the alarm hour Press the SET key to advance to the next setting 9 Alarm Minute Press the or key to increase or decrease the alarm minute Press the SET key to advance to the next setting 10 Temperature Units of Measure Press the key to switch between F and C units of measure Press the SET key to advanc...

Страница 9: ...nutes Once the signal is reacquired the remote search icon will turn off and the current values will be displayed 5 7 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 console several feet away...

Страница 10: ...tion is to measure conditions of your surroundings which vary significantly from location to location 5 8 1 Humidity Calibration Prior to entering the calibration mode press the CHANNEL button to select the humidity sensor you wish to adjust To enter the humidity calibration mode press and hold the SET ADJUST and CLEAR buttons at the same time for 5 seconds and the humidity value will begin flashi...

Страница 11: ...ton To return the temperature to the actual or uncalibrated measurement press the ADJUST button Once the displayed temperature equals the calibrated source press and hold the ADJUST button for three seconds or wait 15 seconds for timeout and the temperature value will stop flashing Discussion Temperature errors can occur when a sensor is placed too close to a heat source such as a building structu...

Страница 12: ...or use lithium batteries in cold weather climates less than 4 F 8 Troubleshooting Guide If your question is not answered here you can contact us as follows 6 Glossary of Terms Version 1 0 Copyright 2013 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 12 Term Definition Accuracy is defined as the ability of a measurement to match the actual value of the quantity being measured Range is defined as the amount o...

Страница 13: ...erved Page 13 There are dashes on the display console If the 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...

Страница 14: ... software and hardware accessories are available for this weather station at www AmbientWeather com Accessory Description AAA lithium batteries for cold weather climates Energizer AAAS Lithium Battery 2 pack Batteries for Long Life and Cold Climates Solar Radiation Shield improves temperature accuracy for hot weather climates Remove the rain guard and install over thermo hygrometer Ambient Weather...

Страница 15: ...NCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL PUNITIVE OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT 11 FCC 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 receive including interference...

Страница 16: ...ranty service can only be performed by a Ambient LLC The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to Ambient LLC 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...

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