Ambient Weather WS-14 User manual

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Ambient Weather WS-14 Wireless 8-Channel Floating Pool
and Spa Thermometer with Daily Min/Max Display User
Manual
Table of Contents
1Introduction.....................................................................................................................................2
2Getting Started ................................................................................................................................3
2.1 Parts List .......................................................................................................................................3
2.2 Floating Pool and Spa Thermometer Sensor Set Up.....................................................................3
2.3 Sensor Placement..........................................................................................................................8
3Maintenance....................................................................................................................................8
4Display Console Set Up..................................................................................................................9
4.1 Display Console Layout..............................................................................................................10
4.2 Sensor Operation Verification.....................................................................................................10
5Display Features............................................................................................................................10
5.1 Rate of Change Icon....................................................................................................................10
5.2 Console Operation....................................................................................................................... 11
5.2.1 Set Mode .............................................................................................................................. 11
5.2.2 Viewing the High and Low Alarms...................................................................................... 11
5.2.3 Alarm Defaults..................................................................................................................... 11
5.2.4 Setting the Min and MaxAlarm....................................................................................... 11
5.3 Manually Reset Max/Min ...........................................................................................................12
5.4 Channel Selection .......................................................................................................................12
5.5 Sensor Search Mode....................................................................................................................12
5.6 Best Practices for Wireless Communication...............................................................................12
5.7 Adjustment or Calibration...........................................................................................................13
5.7.1 Remote Sensor Temperature Calibration..............................................................................13
5.7.2 Indoor (Console) Temperature Calibration ..........................................................................13
6Glossary of Terms.........................................................................................................................14
7Specifications................................................................................................................................14
7.1 Wireless Specifications...............................................................................................................14
7.2 Measurement Specifications.......................................................................................................14
7.3 Power Consumption....................................................................................................................14
8Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................................................................15
9Liability Disclaimer ......................................................................................................................16
10 FCC Statement..........................................................................................................................16
11 Warranty Information ...............................................................................................................17

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1Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WS-14 Wireless 8-Channel Floating Pool and
Spa Thermometer with Daily Min/Max Display. The following user guide provides step by step
instructions for installation, operation and troubleshooting. To download the latest manual and
additional troubleshooting tips, please visit the FAQ website:
http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/ws14
The WS-14 supports any combination of the following sensors and 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, soil temperature
and ground temperature.
F007PF
8-channel pool float thermometer. Applications include
pools, spas, and lakes.
WS-14-C
Add as many display consoles as you like to your
existing system. For example, you can have one remote
sensor display temperature and place a display console
in every room.

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2Getting Started
Note: The power up sequence must be performed in the order shown in this section (insert
batteries in the remote transmitter(s) first, Display Console second).
The WS-14 weather station consists of a display console (receiver), and a thermometer (remote
transmitter).
2.1 Parts List
QTY
Item
1
Thermometer transmitter (F007PF) for pool/spa
Dimensions (LxHxW): 8.5” x 4.2” x 3.7”(216 x 106 x 95mm)
LCD Dimensions (LxW): 1.1 x 0.62”(27 x 16mm)
Remote sensor depth: 7.1’’ (180mm)
1
Display 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 Floating Pool and Spa Thermometer Sensor Set Up
Note: 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. The solar panel does not
charge the batteries, so rechargeable batteries are not needed.
Figure 1

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1. To insert the batteries,, (1) Twist the KEY lid to unlock, (2) remove the key, and (3) twist the
main body of the sensor by removing the lid, as shown in Figure 2 .
Figure 2
2. The floating thermometer includes dip switches for assigning channel numbers. BEFORE
inserting the batteries, locate the dip switches on the inside cover of the lid of the transmitter.
Figure 3 displays all four switches in the OFF position (factory default setting).
Figure 3

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Channel Number: The F007PF supports up to eight transmitters. To set each channel number (the
default is Channel 1), change Dip Switches 1, 2 and 3, as referenced in Table 1.
Temperature Units of Measure: To change the transmitter display units of measure (°F vs. °C),
change Dip Switch 4, as referenced in Table 1.
DIPSWITCH
FUNCTION
1
2
3
4
DOWN
DOWN
DOWN
---
Channel 1
DOWN
DOWN
UP
---
Channel 2 (optional)
DOWN
UP
DOWN
---
Channel 3 (optional)
DOWN
UP
UP
---
Channel 4 (optional)
UP
DOWN
DOWN
---
Channel 5 (optional)
UP
DOWN
UP
---
Channel 6 (optional)
UP
UP
DOWN
---
Channel 7 (optional)
UP
UP
UP
---
Channel 8 (optional)
---
---
---
DOWN
°F
---
---
---
UP
°C
Table 1
3. Reference Figure 4. Install 4 x AAA batteries.
Figure 4
(1) Open the battery compartment and (2) insert 4 x AAA batteries into the battery compartment,
observing the correct battery polarity.

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4. 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 sensor is transmitting data.
5. Verify the correct channel number (CH) and temperature units of measure (°F vs. °C) are on
the display, as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5
(1) temperature
(2) temperature units (°F vs. °C)
(3) channel number
6. Close the battery door. Make sure both red colored gaskets are properly seated in their traces
prior to closing the battery door, as shown in Figure 6. Failure to properly seal the floating
thermometer will result in water leakage and damage.
Figure 6

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7. To close the lid, (1) Twist the lid until it is firmly locked and the key is aligned. (2) Insert the
key and turn 90 degrees to lock the lid, as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7
A tether can be added into the key as shown in Figure 8.
Figure 8
Place the sensor in the water and make sure that it is within the effective transmission range from the
display console.

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2.3 Sensor Placement
i. Place the sensor in the pool or spa within 100 feet of the display console (Figure 9,
reference A). Avoid transmitting through solid earth or ground (Figure 9, reference B).
Use a tether (string) to fix the sensor in the pool or spa.
ii. Place the console at least three feet away from computers, TVs and wireless phones.
iii. Avoid transmitting through solid metal barriers.
Figure 9
3Maintenance
During each battery change (1-2 years), we recommend applying waterproof silicon grease to the
seals:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silicone_grease

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Silicone grease is available at most hardware and pool stores.
4Display Console Set Up
Move the remote sensor(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 remote sensor, make sure they are all powered up and transmitting on
different channels. Remove the battery door on the back of the display, as shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10
Fold out the desk stand, remove the battery cover, and insert three AAA (alkaline or lithium, avoid
rechargeable unless fully charged and high 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 minutes on the appropriate channel.
While in the search mode, the remote search icon will be constantly displayed.
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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 constantly on, otherwise the remote sensor search mode will be terminated.
When the remote sensor temperature has been received, the console will automatically
switch to the normal mode, and all further settings can be performed.
If the remote does not update, please reference the troubleshooting guide in Section 8.
4.1 Display Console Layout
Figure 11
4.2 Sensor Operation Verification
Verify the indoor and floating pool 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.
5Display Features
5.1 Rate of Change Icon
The rate of change icon detects rapid changes in remote temperature. If the arrow points
upward, the temperature is increasing at a rate of +2°F 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).