AMBIENT WEATHER WS-2000 (01) PDF MANUAL

AMBIENT WEATHER WS-2000 (01) PDF SUMMARY:

How do I assemble and power up the sensor array?

1. Install the wind vane. Locate and align the flat key on the wind vane shaft to the flat key on the wind vane and push the vane on to the shaft. Tighten the set screw with a precision screw driver and make sure the wind vane spins freely. Note: You may need to back out the set screw first before sliding the vane onto the shaft. The wind vane shaft does not spin as freely as the wind cups. This is by design. The dampening prevents the wind vane from spinning with the slightest breeze, which will result in variable wind all of the time. The added resistance allows the wind vane to change direction with 2 – 3 mph, providing a much better wind direction tracking.
2. Install wind cups. Push the wind cups on to the shaft. Tighten the set screw with a precision screw driver and make sure the wind cups spin freely. Note: You may need to back out the set screw first before sliding the cups onto the shaft.
3. Install U-Bolts. Note: Your U-bolts may have come preassembled at the factory. (a) Insert the U-Bolts into the sensor array mounting bracket and hand tighten the nuts. (b) Tighten the nuts to fit the size of your mounting pole (between 1” and 2” diameter). © Insert the sensor array and U-Bolt assembly onto the mounting pole. (d) Tighten the U-Bolts around the pole with an adjustable wrench. Make sure the sensor array is level.
4. Install the rain gauge funnel. Rotate clockwise to attach the funnel to the sensor array.
5. Install batteries. Insert 2 x AA non-rechargeable batteries (not included) into the battery compartment. The LED indicator on the back of the transmitter will turn on for four seconds, and then flash once every 16 seconds (the sensor transmission update period). Note: If the LED does not light up, or stays on permanently, make sure the battery polarity is correct, or the batteries are fresh. Do not install the batteries backwards. You can permanently damage the thermo-hygrometer. We recommend lithium batteries for cold weather climates, but alkaline batteries are sufficient for most climates. We do not recommend rechargeable batteries. They have lower voltages, do not operate well at wide temperature ranges, and do not last as long, resulting in poorer reception.
6. Install mounting pole. 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. 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.
7. 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.

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How do I power up the display tablet and synchronize with sensor array?

Connect the display tablet power jack to AC power with the power adapter. Place the sensor array and indoor thermo-hygrometer transmitter about 5 to 10 feet from the display tablet and wait several minutes for the remote sensors to synchronize with the display tablet.

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How do I mount the sensor array?

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. 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.

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How do I set the date and time on the tablet?

1. Set Time. (hour:minute:second) Press to set the time. The hour field will turn red. Press or to select hour, minute or second. Press or to increase or decrease the value.
2. Set Date. (month:day:year) Press to set the date. The month field will turn red. Press or to select month, day or year. Press or to increase or decrease the value.
3. Set Time Zone. Press to set the time zone. Press to increase the time zone and to decrease the time zone. With time zone highlighted, press to set Daylight Savings Time (DST). Press to toggle ON or OFF. Note: the DST should be always checked to automatically update the time when DST changes.
4. Set Time Server. The default time server is time.nist.gov. Press to set the time server. Press again to turn ON. Press to toggle ON or OFF. Press to immediately to highlight Update and to immediately update. Note: The time server will not work until the WiFi connection has been set up.

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How do I calibrate the relative pressure to sea-level conditions (local airport) on the tablet?

Refer to section 6.9.

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How do I reset the rain to zero on the tablet?

Refer to section 6.9.

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How do I configure WiFi?

Refer to section 6.7.16.

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How do I register and upload to Weather Servers?

Refer to section 6.7.15.

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What should I consider in a pre-installation checkout?

Before installing your weather station in the permanent location, it is recommended to operate the weather station for one week in a temporary location with easy access. This will allow you to check out all of the functions, insure proper operation and familiarize you with the weather station and calibration procedures.

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What should I consider in a site survey?

1. You must clean the rain gauge every few months and change the batteries every 2-3 years. Provide easy access to the weather station.
2. Avoid radiant heat transfer from buildings and structures. In general, install the sensor array at least 5’ from any building, structure, ground, or roof top.
3. Avoid wind and rain obstructions. The rule of thumb is to install the sensor array at least four times the distance of the height of the tallest obstruction. For example, if the building is 20’ tall and the mounting pole is 6’ tall, install the sensor array 4 x (20 – 6)’ = 56’ away.
4. Mount the sensor array in direct sunlight for accurate temperature readings.
5. Installing the weather station over sprinkler systems or other unnatural vegetation may affect temperature and humidity readings. We suggest mounting the sensor array over natural vegetation.
6. Wireless Range. Radio communication between receiver and transmitter in an open field can reach a distance of up to 330 feet, providing there are no interfering obstacles such as buildings, trees, vehicles and high voltage lines. Wireless signals will not penetrate metal buildings. Under most conditions, the maximum wireless range is 100’.
7. Radio Interference. Computers, radios, televisions and other sources can interfere with radio communications between the sensor array and tablet. Please take this into consideration when choosing tablet or mounting locations. Make sure your display tablet is at least five feet away from any electronic device to avoid interference.

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What are the parts included with the Ambient Weather WS-2000 OSPREY WiFi Personal Weather Station?

• Display Tablet
• Outdoor Sensor Body with built-in: Thermo-hygrometer / Rain Gauge / Wind Speed Sensor/ Wind Direction Sensor, Light and UV sensor, Solar panel
• Thermo-hygrometer-barometer transmitter
• Wind speed cups (to be attached to outdoor sensor body)
• Wind vane (to be attached to outdoor sensor body)
• 2 U-Bolts for mounting on a pole
• 4 Threaded nuts for U-Bolts (M5 size)
• Metal mounting plate to be used with U-Bolts
• Wrench for M5 bolts
• AC adapter
• User manual

Note: Batteries are not included. You will need 4 AA size batteries, Alkaline or Lithium batteries (for colder climates). Note: AC adapter is included. The adapter is a switching-type adapter and can generate a small amount of electrical interference with the RF reception in the tablet, when placed too close to the tablet. Please keep the tablet display at least 2 ft. or 0.5 m away from the power adapter to ensure best RF reception from the outdoor sensor package.

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What tools are recommended for setting up the weather station?

• Precision screwdriver (for small Phillips screw on wind vane and wind cups)
• Adjustable wrench (for mounting pole)
• Compass or GPS (for wind direction calibration)

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What are some 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 siding. If you have metal siding, align the remote and tablet through a window to get a clear line of sight.

The following is a table of reception loss vs. the transmission medium. Each “wall” or obstruction decreases the transmission range by the factor shown below.

Medium	RF Signal Strength Reduction
Glass (untreated)	5-15%
Plastics	10-15%
Wood	10-40%
Brick	10-40%
Concrete	40-80%
Metal	90-100%

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How do I set up the Indoor-Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer-Barometer Transmitter?

1. Remove the battery door on the back of the sensor.
2. Insert two AA batteries.
3. After inserting the batteries, the remote sensor will display temperature, humidity and barometric pressure on the display.

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How do I set up the optional Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer, 8 Channel?

The WS-2000 supports up to 8 additional thermo-hygrometer sensors (WH31), which can be viewed on the display tablet and Internet.

1. Remove the battery door on the back of the transmitter(s) by sliding down the battery door.
2. BEFORE inserting the batteries, locate the dip switches on the inside cover of the lid of the transmitter.
3. Channel Number: The WS-2000 supports up to eight transmitters. To set each channel number (the default is Channel 1), change Dip Switches 1, 2 and 3.
4. Temperature Units of Measure: To change the transmitter display units of measure (°F vs. °C), change Dip Switch 4.
5. Insert two AA batteries.
6. Verify the correct channel number (CH) and temperature units of measure (°F vs. °C) are on the display. (1) temperature (2) temperature units (°F vs. °C) (3) channel number (4) relative humidity.
7. Close the battery door.
8. Repeat for the additional remote transmitters, verifying each remote is on a different channel.

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.

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Where should I place the sensor?

It is recommended you mount the remote sensor outside on a north facing wall, in a shaded area, at a height at or above the receiver. If a north facing wall is not possible, choose a shaded area, under an eve. Direct sunlight and radiant heat sources will result in inaccurate temperature readings. Although the sensor is weatherproof, it is best to mount in a well-protected area, such as an eve.

1. Use a screw or nail to affix the remote sensor to the wall.
2. Hang the remote sensor up on string.

Note: Make sure the sensor is mounted vertically and not lying down on a flat surface. This will insure optimum reception. Wireless signals are impacted by distance, interference (other weather stations, wireless phones, wireless routers, TVs and computer monitors), and transmission barriers, such as walls. In general, wireless signals will not penetrate solid metal and earth (down a hill, for example).

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How do I operate the display tablet?

Connect the display tablet power jack to AC power with the power adapter (included).

Note: The display tablet includes buttons at the bottom with icons signifying the menu functions. This manual includes “quick menu boxes” signifying how to access a setting from home screen. For example, to access calibration panel, from the home screen, press the Set Key three times to view the calibration panel.

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What is the home screen display layout?

1. WeatherUnderground.com connection icon
2. AmbientWeather.net connection icon
3. WiFi signal strength icon. An exclamation point ! indicates the display is connected to WiFi but not the Internet.
4. Outdoor Sensor Array Low Battery Indicator
5. Outdoor Sensor Array Signal Quality
6. Lightning icon appears when then Dew Point exceeds 70 ºF, which signifies conditions may be possible for lightning storms to form in the area.
7. Wind Direction
8. Wind Speed
9. Wind Gust
10. 10 minute average Wind Direction pointer
11. Wind Direction pointer
12. Indoor, Channel 1-8 Temperature
13. Indoor, Channel 1-8 Temperature low battery indicator
14. Indoor, Channel 1-8 Temperature Signal Quality
15. Channel Indicator
16. Indoor, Channel 1-8 Humidity
17. Indoor, Channel 1-8 Scroll Mode (optional sensor)
18. Date and Time
19. Currently Raining Indicator
20. Daily Rain
21. Rain Rate, Event, Hourly, Weekly, Monthly, Yearly Rain
22. Rain Rate Icon
23. Forecast Icon
24. Barometer Rate
25. Barometer Rising or Falling Indicator
26. Barometer
27. Relative (REL) vs. Absolute (ABS) Pressure
28. Sunset
29. Moon Phase
30. UV Index
31. Sun Location
32. Sun Arc
33. Solar Radiation
34. Sunrise
35. Max Daily Wind Gust
36. 10 minute Wind Direction average
37. PM2.5 sensor signal quality
38. PM2.5 low battery indicator
39. PM2.5, PM2.5 24 hour running average
40. Feels Like, Dew Point, Humidity
41. Low Daily Outdoor Temperature
42. Outdoor Temperature
43. High Daily Outdoor Temperature

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What are the display button functions?

Icon	Description
Brightness control key	Press this key to enhance the brightness
Brightness control key	Press this key to decrease the brightness
Backlight on/off key	Press this key to turn on/off the display
Background key	Press this key to choose between dark background display and light background display
Pressure display key	Press this key to choose the display between Absolute pressure and Relative pressure.
Channel key	Press this key to change the display between indoor temperature & humidity, multiple channel temperature & humidity and scroll mode, where the channels scroll every 5 seconds.
History key	Press this key to enter History Mode
Set key	Press this key to enter Set Mode

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How does the multi-channel and scroll mode work for optional sensors?

You can add up to 8 additional thermo-hygrometer sensors. Press the Channel Button to switch between indoor and Channels 1-8. After the last channel is selected, press the Channel button one more time to scroll all of the sensors every 5 seconds. Note: For multi-channel sensor data, it will only be fed to ambientweather.net server, and no history data will be saved in the display tablet.

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How does weather forecasting work?

The five weather icons are Sunny, Partly Cloudy, Cloudy, Rainy and Stormy. The forecast icon is based on the rate of change of barometric pressure. Please allow at least one month for the weather station to learn the barometric pressure over time.

Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Rainy	Stormy
Pressure increses for a sustained period of time	Pressure increases slightly, or initial power up	Pressure decreases slightly	Pressure decreases for a sustained period of time	Pressure rapidly decreases

In general, if the rate of change of pressure increases, the weather is generally improving (sunny to partly cloudy). If the rate of change of pressure decreases, the weather is generally degrading (cloudy, rainy or stormy). If the rate of change is relatively steady, it will read partly cloudy. The reason the current conditions do not match the forecast icon is because the forecast is a prediction 24-48 hours in advance. In most locations, this prediction is only 70% accurate and it is a good idea to consult the National Weather Service for more accurate weather forecasts. In some locations, this prediction may be less or more accurate. However, it is still an interesting educational tool for learning why the weather changes. The National Weather Service (and other weather services such as Accuweather and The Weather Channel) have many tools at their disposal to predict weather conditions, including weather radar, weather models, and detailed mapping of ground conditions.

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How does the wireless signal quality icon work?

The wireless signal strength displays reception quality. If no signal is lost, the signal strength indicator will display 5 bars. If the signal is lost once, four bars will be displayed. A bar is removed for each consecutive loss of signal.

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What does the lightning icon signify?

The lightning icon appears when then Dew Point exceeds 70 ºF, which signifies temperature and humidity conditions may be possible for lightning storms to form in the area.

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What does the PM2.5 sensor measure?

An optional PM2.5 sensor is available for the WS-2000. The display shows the current PM2.5 measurement, and the 24 hour running average, which is a better indication of the accumulative effect of particulates on overall health. The display features a color coded icon.

AQI Category	Color	Breakpoints (µg/m3)
Good	Green	0.0 – 12.0
Moderate	Yellow	12.1 – 35.4
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups	Orange	35.5 – 55.4
Unhealthy	Red	55.5 – 150.4
Very Unhealthy	Purple	150.5 – 250.4
Hazardous	Maroon	250.5 – 500

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How does history mode work?

View high and low records, and clear specific records in the history mode. View and reset minimum and maximums.

Press the up or down button to scroll to the parameter you wish to clear. Press the button to check the parameter you wish to clear. Once checked, press the Enter Key. To confirm the selection, press and. The high and low will be reset for the checked parameters. Press the Return Key to return to the main screen. Refer to Factory 6.10 to clear all of the highs and lows at Midnight, or manually clearing all of the highs and lows at once.

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How do I use the archive memory mode?

You can view and clear archived memory from the Archive Memory Mode. View archive memory for all parameters, based on the date and time.

To clear all of the records, press the Clear All History button and you will be prompted to clear the data. Press the down arrow once to confirm. The Yes button will be highlighted in Green. Press the Plus button to clear all archived records. To scroll to a specific page, press the Recall Page button. Press the left or right button to select a digit in the page number, press Plus or Minus button to change the number up or down. Press or to change the activated option field, toggle OK or Cancel then press key to confirm.

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How does the graph function work?

Graph memory for all parameters, based on the date and time. Change x-axis time between 12, 24, 48 and 72 hours.

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What can I do in the Set Mode?

The Set Mode allows you to customize your display, manage archive data, and connect your display tablet to the Internet.

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How do I set the time format?

Press to change the time format between hour:minute:second (h:mm:ss), AM hour:minute:second (AM h:mm:ss) and hour:minute:second AM (h:mm:ss AM).

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How do I set the date format?

Press to change the date format between MM-DD-YYY, DD-MM-YYYY and YYYY-MM-DD.

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How do I set the temperature units of measure?

Press to change the temperature units of measure between °F and °C.

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How do I set the barometer units of measure?

Press to change the temperature units of measure between inHg, mmHg and hpa.

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How do I set the wind speed units of measure?

Press to change the wind speed units of measure between mph, bft (beufort scale), ft/s, m/s, km/h and knot.

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How do I set the rainfall units of measure?

Press to change the rainfall units of measure between in and mm.

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How do I set the solar radiation units of measure?

Press to change the solar radiation units of measure between W/m^2, lux and fc.

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How do I use the multi-channel sensor?

Press to view, check the status, re-register and modify the name of optional sensor channels 1-8. To edit the channel name, Press or key to select the channel name. The name field will turn green. Press the key to view the keyboard, and enter the sensor name. Press to scroll to the character and press to select the character. Press to return to the setup page.

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How do I adjust the backlight display?

Press the Plus key to automatically turn on and off the backlight or adjust the brightness based on the time of day.

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How do I set the longitude and latitude?

Press the Plus key to Set longitude and latitude for your location. This calculation is used for the sunrise and sunset calculation.

1. Latitude. Press to set the Northern or Southern Hemisphere. In the USA, the hemisphere setting is NORTH. To change to SOUTH, press the key. Press to change your latitude. The longitude x 10 will turn red. Press or to increase or decrease the value. Press or to change the remaining latitude variables.
2. Longitude. Press to set the Western or Eastern Hemisphere. In the USA, the hemisphere setting is WEST. To change to EAST, press the key. Press to change your longitude. The longitude x 100 will turn red. Press or to increase or decrease the value. Press or to change the remaining longitude variables.

To determine your longitude and latitude, we recommend the following website: http://www.bing.com/maps.

1. Enter your address and select the search button
2. The latitude (first number) and longitude (second number) are returned. In this example: Latitude = 33.2981181889772 Longitude = -111.960209459066

The table below defines the hemisphere based on the positive or negative sign:

Position	Positive	Negative
Latitude	Northern	Southern
Longitude	Eastern	Western

In this example, the location entered into the display is as follows: Latitude = 33.30 North Longitude = 111.96 West after rounding to two significant digits.

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How do I change the barometer display?

Press to change the barometer display between REL (relative pressure) and ABS (absolute pressure). Note: The weather station tablet displays two different pressures: absolute (measured) and relative (corrected to sea-level). To compare pressure conditions from one location to another, meteorologists correct pressure to sea-level conditions. Because the air pressure decreases as you rise in altitude, the sea-level corrected pressure (the pressure your location would be at if located at sea-level) is generally higher than your measured pressure.

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How does the Ambient Weather WS-2000 calculate relative pressure, and what do the measurements indicate?

To compare pressure conditions across different locations, pressure is corrected to sea-level conditions. The sea-level corrected pressure is the pressure your location would have if it were at sea-level, and it’s typically higher than your measured pressure because air pressure decreases with altitude. The standard sea-level pressure is 29.92 in Hg (1013 mb), representing the average sea-level pressure worldwide. Relative pressure measurements above 29.92 inHg (1013 mb) are considered high pressure, while those below are considered low pressure. To determine the relative pressure for your location, compare your weather station’s reading to an official reporting station nearby.

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How do I change the rainfall season start month?

Press the X button, then press the 13 button to change the beginning of the rainfall yearly season month. The default is January.

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How do I change the archive interval for historical data and graphing?

Press the X button, then press the 14 button to change the archive interval. You can adjust the 100 x minute field, the 10 x minute field, and the minute field by pressing the corresponding buttons to highlight and change the values.

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How do I send real-time data to Wunderground.com and AmbientWeather.net?

Press the X button, then press the 15 button to send real-time data. For Wunderground.com, enter the Station ID and Station Key obtained from their website. For AmbientWeather.net, note the MAC address displayed.

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How do I set up my station ID on Wunderground.com?

1. Press the X button, then press the 15 button to access the Weather Server settings.
2. Highlight the Station ID field and press the button.
3. Enter the station ID obtained from Wunderground.com using the on-screen keyboard. Use the scroll buttons to find the character and press the enter button to select it.
4. Select “Ok” when complete, then press the return button to return to the Wunderground.com setup page.

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How do I set my password for Wunderground.com?

1. Press the X button, then press the 15 button to access the Weather Server settings.
2. Highlight the Password field and press the button.
3. Enter the password obtained from Wunderground.com using the on-screen keyboard. Use the scroll buttons to find the character and press the enter button to select it.
4. Select “Ok” when complete, then press the return button to return to the Server Setup page.

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How do I register on Wunderground.com?

1. Go to Wunderground.com and select the “Join” link to create a free account.
2. From the menu, select “More | Add a Weather Station” or visit https://www.wunderground.com/member/devices/new.
3. After registering, note your station ID and password. You’ll need to enter this information into your weather station tablet.

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How do I view my data on Wunderground.com?

• Web Browser: Visit https://www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/STATIONID, replacing “STATIONID” with your personal station ID.
• Mobile Apps: Visit https://www.wunderground.com/download for a list of mobile apps for iOS and Android, or access the data through your mobile device’s web browser.

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How do I register on AmbientWeather.net?

1. Visit www.AmbientWeather.net to create an account.
2. Select “Add Device”.
3. Enter the MAC address found on your Weather Network Panel.
4. Once registered, select the dashboard to view your data.

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Where can I find Ambient Weather apps?

Visit https://ambientweather.net/help/community/ for a complete list of Ambient Weather apps.

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How does the AmbientWeather.net service connect to IFTTT?

The AmbientWeather.net service connects to IFTTT, a platform that allows devices and services to work together.

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What are some examples of things I can do with IFTTT and Ambient Weather?

• Turn off Rachio sprinklers when it rains, there is too much wind, or the temperature is below freezing.
• Close Hunter blinds when the sun is too intense.
• Close your garage door when it is too windy.
• Blink your hue lights when it starts raining.
• Connect to other web services like Gmail, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest.

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Where can I find more information on IFTTT and how it can work for me?

Visit https://ambientweather.net/help/ifttt/.

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How do I use the Ambient Weather skill with Alexa?

Enable the skill and say “Alexa, ask Ambient Weather for a weather report” to get your outdoor weather report. You can also ask for indoor conditions or a report about a specific day, month, or year.

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Where can I find more information and enable the Alexa skill?

Visit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074PGCM1D/.

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How do I use the Ambient Weather Google Assistant app?

Link your account and say “hey google, Ambient Weather… weather report” to get your outdoor weather report. You can also ask for indoor conditions.

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What are some sample commands for the Google Assistant app?

• Weather Report
• Outdoor conditions
• Indoor conditions
• Yesterdays weather
• Conditions for October 15, 2017
• Conditions for September 2017
• Conditions for 2016

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Where can I find more information and enable the Google Assistant app?

Visit https://assistant.google.com/services/a/id/668e6f3369f27209/.

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How do I perform a WiFi scan?

Press the X button, then press the 16 button to perform a WiFi Scan. Your wireless router will appear.

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How do I select my wireless network?

Press the up or down scroll button to select your wireless network. Press the button to enter the password. Use the scroll buttons to select the character and press to select it. Press OK when complete.

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What should I do if the WiFi network is not encrypted?

Leave the password blank.

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What does the WiFi signal strength icon on the home page mean?

It indicates wireless connectivity. If wireless connectivity is successful and you are reporting to Wunderground.com, the WiFi icon will show on the top left hand side of the display tablet.

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What do the icons on the top left of the display tablet mean?

If you are uploading to Wunderground.com successfully, the icon will show. If you are uploading to AmbientWeather.net successfully, the icon will show.

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What should I do if I don’t see my wireless network?

Press the Return button and perform another Wi-Fi scan. If the problem persists, power down and up your display tablet and perform another Wi-Fi scan.

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How do I connect to a hidden SSID?

1. Press the X button, then press the 16 button to access the WiFi settings.
2. Select “Hidden SSID setup” and press the enter button to enter.
3. Highlight the SSID field and press the button to display the keyboard and enter your SSID (case-sensitive).
4. Press the scroll buttons to find the character and press the enter button to select it.
5. Press the return button to return to the setup page.
6. Highlight the Password field and press the button to display the keyboard and enter your password.
7. Press the scroll buttons to find the character and press the enter button to select it.
8. Press the return button to return to the setup page.
9. Highlight the OK button to connect. After connecting successfully, the status will display “Connected”.

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How do I toggle between Light Mode and Dark Mode?

Press the Plus button when on the home screen to toggle between Light Mode and Dark Mode.

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How do I view additional settings?

Press the Plus button when on the home screen to view additional settings. Note that you must be running Firmware Version 1.5.3 or greater.

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What calibrations are available in the “More” settings?

• Soil Moisture Calibration
• Multi CH T&H Calibration
• PM2.5 Calibration
• Sensors ID Setup

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What is the soil moisture calibration equation?

% Soil Moisture (calibrated) = (Now AD – 0%AD) *100 / (100%AD – 0%AD) Where AD stands for “analog to digital” and is the unscaled digital value, Now AD is the currently measured AD.

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How do I determine the 0% soil moisture set point?

1. Collect a soil sample in a cup from where the sensor will be installed and allow the soil to completely dry out.
2. Place the soil sensor in the medium and allow the sensor to stabilize for one hour.
3. Set the 0%AD calibration set point to the Now AD value.

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How do I determine the 100% soil moisture set point?

1. Collect a soil sample in a cup from where the sensor will be installed, and add water and mix until the soil is saturated, and there is no standing water.
2. Place the soil sensor in the medium and allow the sensor to stabilize for one hour.
3. Set the 100%AD calibration set point to the Now AD value.

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How do I adjust the soil moisture calibration parameters?

Press the scroll buttons to scroll to the parameter you wish to change. Press the enter button to highlight the sign (positive vs. negative, if applicable) and significant digit. Use the increase/decrease value buttons to change the calibrated value.

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What are the calibrated temperature and humidity equations?

Calibrated Temperature = Measured Temperature + Temp. Offset Calibrated Humidity = Measured Humidity + Humi. Offset

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How do I adjust the temperature and humidity calibration parameters?

Press the scroll buttons to scroll to the parameter you wish to change. Press the enter button to highlight the sign (positive vs. negative, if applicable) and significant digit. Use the increase/decrease value buttons to change the calibrated value.

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What is the calibrated PM2.5 equation?

Calibrated PM2.5 = Measured PM2.5 + PM2.5 Offset

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How do I adjust the PM2.5 calibration parameters?

Press the scroll buttons to scroll to the parameter you wish to change. Press the enter button to highlight the significant digit. Use the increase/decrease value buttons to change the calibrated value.

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How can I disable or enable specific sensors?

The console supports multiple sensors and sensor arrays. To view a complete list of sensor IDs, visit: https://ambientweather.net/help/sensor-abbreviations-for-ws-2000-c-display-console/. Press the button to edit and save settings.

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How do I set an alarm?

1. Press the Alarm button to enter the Alarm Mode.
2. The upper alarm is displayed on the right, and the lower alarm is displayed on the left.
3. To adjust the alarm, press the scroll buttons to scroll to the alarm setting you wish to change.
4. Press the enter button to highlight the sign (positive vs. negative) and significant digit.
5. Press the increase/decrease value buttons to change the value.
6. To set the alarm, press the scroll buttons to highlight the alarm symbol and press the enter button to toggle the alarm ON or OFF.

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What happens when a weather alarm condition is triggered?

The alarm will sound for 120 seconds, and the corresponding icon will flash red for the high alert limit and blue for the low alert limit until the weather condition is no longer present. Press any key to mute the alarm. You can also set a time of day alarm using the same method.

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How do I enter Calibration Mode?

Press the Correct button to Enter the Calibration Mode.

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How do I adjust the calibration parameters?

Press the scroll buttons to scroll to the parameter you wish to change. Press the enter button to highlight the sign (positive vs. negative, if applicable) and significant digit. Press the increase/decrease value buttons to change the calibrated value.

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What calibration options are available, and what sources should I use?

The following table outlines the calibration options, their defaults, and typical calibration sources:

Parameter	Type of Calibration	Default	Typical Calibration Source
Temperature	Offset	Current Value	Red Spirit or Mercury Thermometer
Humidity	Offset	Current Value	Sling Psychrometer
ABS Barometer	Offset	Current Value	Calibrated laboratory grade barometer
REL Barometer	Offset	Current Value	Local airport
Wind Direction	Offset	Current Value	GPS, Compass
Solar Radiation	Gain	1.00	Calibrated laboratory grade solar radiation sensor
Wind	Gain	1.00	Calibrated laboratory grade wind meter
Rain	Gain	1.00	Sight glass rain gauge with an aperture of at least 4”
Daily Rain	Offset	Current Value	Apply an offset if the weather station was not operating for the entire day
Weekly Rain	Offset	Current Value	Apply an offset if the weather station was not operating for the entire week
Monthly Rain	Offset	Current Value	Apply an offset if the weather station was not operating for the entire month
Yearly Rain	Offset	Current Value	Apply an offset if the weather station was not operating for the entire year
Solar Radiation Gain	Gain	126.7 lux	Solar radiation conversion from lux to w/m2 for wavelength correction

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How do I enter the Factory Default Mode?

Press the Setting button to Enter the Factory Default Mode.

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What options are available in the Factory Default Mode?

• Re-register Transmitter Indoor
• Re-register Transmitter Outdoor
• Clear History
• Automatic Clear Max/Min
• Reset to Factory
• Backup data

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How do I re-register the indoor transmitter?

1. Press the Setting button to enter the Factory Default Mode.
2. Highlight “Re-register Transmitter Indoor”.
3. Press the increase/decrease button to select “re-register indoor transmitter”.
4. Press the increase/decrease button to display the message box “Are you sure you want to register the new indoor transmitter?”.
5. Press the increase/decrease button to select Yes or No.
6. Press the enter button to confirm the selection.

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How do I re-register the outdoor transmitter?

1. Press the Setting button to enter the Factory Default Mode.
2. Highlight “Re-register Transmitter Outdoor”.
3. Press the increase/decrease button to select “re-register outdoor transmitter”.
4. Press the increase/decrease button to display the message box “Are you sure you want to register the new outdoor transmitter?”.
5. Press the increase/decrease button to select Yes or No.
6. Press the enter button to confirm the selection.

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How do I clear the history?

1. Press the Setting button to enter the Factory Default Mode.
2. Highlight “Clear History”.
3. Press the increase/decrease button to select “re-register indoor transmitter”.
4. Press the increase/decrease button to display the message box “Are you sure you want to clear history?”.
5. Press the increase/decrease button to select Yes or No.
6. Press the enter button to confirm the selection.

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How do I set automatic clear max/min?

1. Press the Setting button to enter the Factory Default Mode.
2. Highlight “Automatic Clear Max/Min”.
3. Press the increase/decrease button to switch between automatic clear manually (OFF) or automatic clear daily (ON).

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How do I reset to factory settings?

1. Press the Setting button to enter the Factory Default Mode.
2. Highlight “Reset to Factory”.
3. Press the increase/decrease button to proceed.
4. Press the increase/decrease button to display the message box “Are you sure you want to reset to factory default?”.
5. Press the increase/decrease button to select Yes or No.
6. Press the enter button to confirm the selection.

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How do I backup data?

1. Insert the micro SD / TF Card into the slot.
2. Press the Setting button to enter the Factory Default Mode.
3. Select “Backup data”.
4. Press the enter button to display the message box “Copy history data to SD card?”.
5. Press the increase/decrease button to select OK or Cancel.
6. Press the enter button to confirm the selection. The data is stored in comma separated value (csv) file format, which can be opened in Microsoft Excel.
7. The TF card can be read by a computer with an SD card adaptor.

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What is the format of the data when exporting?

The format of the data is csv (comma separated value) and can be opened in a spreadsheet program such as Microsoft Excel for advanced data analysis.

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What data is included in the exported data file?

The exported data file includes the following columns:

1. No (data point number)
2. Time
3. Indoor Temperature (°F)
4. Indoor Humidity (%)
5. Outdoor Temperature (°F)
6. Outdoor Humidity (%)
7. Dew Point (°F)
8. Feels Like (°F)
9. Wind (mph)
10. Gust (mph)
11. Wind Direction (°)
12. ABS Barometer (inHg)
13. REL Barometer (inHg)
14. Solar Rad. (lux)
15. UV Index
16. Rain Rate (in/h)
17. Event Rain (in)
18. Daily Rain (in)
19. Weekly Rain (in)
20. Monthly Rain (in)
21. Yearly Rain (in)

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What are the two files listed on the SD Card after data export?

• History_YYYYDD.csv: The history data file.
• YYYYDD.csv: The remaining data during the download. For example, if it takes three minutes to download, it the last three minutes of data.

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What is the YYYYCH1A.csv file?

YYYYCH1A.csv is the channel sensor data and is only generated when the SD Card is inserted into the tablet. The sensor data is not saved to on-board flash due to memory constraints, it is only saved to the SD card.

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Where can I find a glossary of terms?

A glossary of terms is available.

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What is “Absolute Barometric Pressure”?

Absolute pressure is the measured atmospheric pressure and is a function of altitude, and to a lesser extent, changes in weather conditions. Absolute pressure is not corrected to sea-level conditions.

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What is “Accuracy”?

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

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What is a “Barometer”?

A barometer is an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure.

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What is “Calibration”?

Calibration is a comparison between measurements – one of known magnitude or correctness of one device (standard) and another measurement made in as similar a way as possible with a second device (instrument).

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What is “Dew Point”?

The dew point is the temperature at which a given parcel of humid air must be cooled, at constant barometric pressure, for water vapor to condense into water. The condensed water is called dew. The dew point is a saturation temperature and is associated with relative humidity.

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What is “Feels Like” temperature?

The Feels Like temperature is a combination of Heat Index when it is hot outside, and Wind Chill when it is cold outside.

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What are “HectoPascals (hPa)”?

Pressure units in SI (international system) units of measurement. Same as millibars (1 hPa = 1 mbar).

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What is a “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.

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What are “Inches of Mercury (inHg)”?

Pressure in Imperial units of measure. 1 inch of mercury = 33.86 millibars.

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What is a “Rain Gauge”?

A rain gauge is a device that measures liquid precipitation (rain), as opposed to solid precipitation (snow gauge) over a set period of time. All digital rain gauges are self emptying or self dumping (also referred to as tipping rain gauge). The precision of the rain gauge is based on the volume of rain per emptying cycle.

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What is “Range”?

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

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What is “Relative Barometric Pressure”?

Measured barometric pressure relative to your location or ambient conditions.

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What is “Resolution”?

Resolution is defined as the number of significant digits (decimal places) to which a value is being reliably measured.

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What is “Solar Radiation”?

A solar radiation sensor measures solar energy from the sun. Solar radiation is radiant energy emitted by the sun from a nuclear fusion reaction that creates electromagnetic energy.

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What is a “Thermometer”?

A thermometer is a device that measures temperature. Most digital thermometers are resistive thermal devices (RTD). RTDs measure changes in temperature as a function of electrical resistance.

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What is a “Wind Vane”?

A wind vane is a device that measures the direction of the wind. The wind vane is usually combined with the anemometer. Wind direction is the direction from which the wind is blowing.

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What are the wireless specifications of the WS-2000?

• Line of sight wireless sensor array RF transmission (in open air): 330 feet, 100 feet under most conditions
• Line of sight WiFi RF transmission (in open air): 80 feet
• Update Rate: Outdoor Sensor: 16 seconds, Indoor Sensor: 64 seconds
• Sensor Array RF Frequency: 915 MHz
• WiFi Tablet RF Frequency: 2.4 GHz

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What are the measurement specifications of the WS-2000?

Measurement	Range	Accuracy	Resolution
Indoor Temperature	14 to 140 °F	± 2 °F	0.1 °F
Outdoor Temperature	-40 to 149 °F (lithium batteries) -23 to 140 °F (alkaline batteries)	± 2 °F	0.1 °F
Indoor Humidity	10 to 99%	± 5%	1 %
Outdoor Humidity	10 to 99%	± 5%	1 %
Barometric Pressure	8.85 to 32.50 inHg	± 0.08 inHg (within range of 27.13 to 32.50 inHg)	0.01 inHg
Light	0 to 200,000 Lux	± 15%	1 Lux
Rain	0 to 236 in.	± 5%	0.01 in
Wind Direction	0 – 360 º	± 10º	1º
Wind Speed	0 to 100 mph (operational)	± 2.2 mph or 10% (whichever is greater)	1.4 mph

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What is the power consumption of the WS-2000?

• Display Tablet: 5V DC Adaptor (included), Power Consumption: 0.5 Watts (1.25 Watts during WiFi configuration mode)
• Outdoor sensor array: 2xAA batteries (not included). The primary power source is the solar panel. The batteries provide backup power when there is limited solar energy.
• Indoor sensor: 2xAA batteries (not included).

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How do I maintain the WS-2000?

1. Clean the rain gauge once every 3 months. Rotate the funnel counter-clockwise and lift to expose the rain gauge mechanism, and clean with a damp cloth. Remove any dirt, debris, and insects. If bug infestation is an issue, spray the array lightly with insecticide.
2. Clean the solar radiation sensor and solar panel every 3 months with a damp cloth.
3. Replace batteries every 1-2 years. If left in too long, the batteries may leak due to environmental challenges. In harsh environments, inspect the batteries every 3 months (when cleaning the solar panel).
4. When replacing the batteries, apply a corrosion preventive compound on the battery terminals.
5. In snowy environments, spray the top of the weather station with anti-icing silicon spray to prevent snow build up.

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What should I do if the outdoor sensor array does not communicate with the display tablet?

1. Reset the sensor array. Press the reset button for 3 seconds to completely discharge the voltage.
2. Take out the batteries and wait one minute, while covering the solar panel to drain the voltage.
3. Put batteries back in and resync the tablet with the sensor array about 10 feet away. The LED next to the battery compartment will flash every 16 seconds.
4. If the LED is not flashing every 16 seconds, replace the batteries in the outside sensor array. If the batteries were recently replaced, check the polarity.
5. If the sensor is flashing every 16 seconds, there may be a temporary loss of communication due to reception loss related to interference or other location factors, or the batteries may have been changed in the sensor array and the tablet has not been reset. The solution may be as simple as powering down and up the tablet (remove AC power, wait 10 seconds, and reinsert AC power).

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What should I do if the temperature sensor reads too high in the daytime?

Make certain that the sensor array is not too close to heat-generating sources or structures, such as buildings, pavement, walls, or air conditioning units. Use the calibration feature to offset installation issues related to radiant heat sources.

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What should I do if the relative pressure does not agree with an official reporting station?

Make sure you are viewing the relative pressure, not the absolute pressure. Calibrate the sensor to an official local weather station.

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What should I do if the rain gauge reports rain when it is not raining?

An unstable mounting solution (sway in the mounting pole) may result in the tipping bucket incorrectly incrementing rainfall. Make sure you have a stable, level mounting solution.

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What should I do if data is not reporting to Wunderground.com?

1. Confirm your station ID and station Key are correct.
2. Make sure the date and time are correct on the tablet. If incorrect, you may be reporting old data, not real-time data.
3. Make sure your time zone is set properly. If incorrect, you may be reporting old data, not real-time data.
4. Check your router firewall settings. The tablet sends data via Port 80.

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What should I do if there is no WiFi connection?

1. Check for the WiFi symbol on the display. If wireless connectivity is successful the WiFi icon will be displayed in the time field.
2. Make sure your modem WiFi settings are correct (network name, and password).
3. Make sure the tablet is plugged into AC power. The tablet will not connect to WiFi when powered by batteries only.
4. The tablet only supports and connects to 2.4 GHz routers. If you own a 5 GHz router, and it is a dual band router, you will need to disable the 5 GHz band, and enable the 2.4 GHz band.
5. The tablet does not support guest networks.

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What does the exclamation point next to the WiFi icon mean?

If there is an exclamation point ! next to the WiFi icon on the WS-2000 display, it means the display is connected to WiFi but the WiFi is not connected to the Internet. Make sure the 2.4 GHz band on your router is connected to the Internet. If the problem persists, try rebooting your router.

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Why doesn’t the wind vane spin as freely as the wind cups?

This is by design. The dampening prevents the wind vane from spinning with the slightest breeze, which will result in variable wind all of the time. The added resistance allows the wind vane to change direction with 2 – 3 mph, providing much better wind direction tracking.

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What should I do if the time is off by increments of an hour, or the date is off by one day?

The time zone is entered incorrectly. Reference Section 6.7.1.

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What accessories are available for the WS-2000?

• Ambient Weather Mounting Solutions
• WS-2000-C Additional display tablets