Ambient Weather WS11 User manual

WS11 Wireless 8 Channel Advanced Weather Station
with Temperature Spectrum Color Changing Backlight
User Manual
Table of Contents
1 Introduction...............................................................................................................................2
2 Getting Started ..........................................................................................................................2
2.1 Parts List...........................................................................................................................2
2.2 Recommend Tools............................................................................................................3
2.3 Thermo-Hygrometer Sensor Set Up.................................................................................3
2.4 Display Console Set Up ...................................................................................................5
2.4.1 Display Console Layout...................................................................................................6
2.4.2 Sensor Operation Verification ..........................................................................................7
3 Remote Sensor Installation .......................................................................................................8
4 Display Features........................................................................................................................8
4.1 Comfort Icon ....................................................................................................................8
4.2 Rate of Change Icon .........................................................................................................9
4.3 Low Battery Icon..............................................................................................................9
5 Console Operation.....................................................................................................................9
5.1 Quick Display Mode ........................................................................................................9
5.4 Sensor Search Mode.......................................................................................................13
5.5 History Graph Mode.......................................................................................................13
5.6 Reset Min/Max record....................................................................................................13
5.7 Snooze Mode..................................................................................................................14
5.8 Backlight Mode ..............................................................................................................14
5.9 Adjustment or Calibration ..............................................................................................14
5.9.1 Temperature Calibration.............................................................................................15
5.9.2 Setting Calibrated Humidity.......................................................................................15
5.9.3 Setting Calibrated Barometric Pressure .....................................................................16
6 Alarm Mode ............................................................................................................................17
6.1 Alarm Operation.............................................................................................................17
6.2 Alarm Settings................................................................................................................17
6.3 Setting the Alarms ..........................................................................................................17
6.4 Alarm and Command Key Beeper ON/OFF Mode ........................................................18
7 Other Console Features...........................................................................................................18
7.1 Weather Forecasting .......................................................................................................18
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7.2 Weather Icons .................................................................................................................18
7.3 Storm Threshold Indicator..............................................................................................19
7.4 Pressure Threshold Setting .............................................................................................20
7.5 Personalizing Color Ranges ...........................................................................................20
8. Glossary of Terms .......................................................................................................................21
9. Specifications..............................................................................................................................21
9.1 Wireless Specifications ..................................................................................................21
9.2 Measurement Specifications .................................................................................................22
9.3 Power Consumption..............................................................................................................22
10 Troubleshooting Guide...............................................................................................................22
11 Accessories.................................................................................................................................24
12 Liability Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................24
13 FCC Statement ...........................................................................................................................24
14 Warranty Information.................................................................................................................25
1 Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the WS11 Wireless 8 Channel Advanced Weather Station. 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:
http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/ws11
2 Getting 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 unit consists of a display console (receiver), and a thermo-hygrometer (remote transmitter).
2.1 Parts List
QTY
1Display Console
Item
1
1
Frame Dimensions (LxHxW): 7.7 x 5.4 x 1.1 in
LCD Dimensions (LxW): 5.1 x 4.3in
Thermo-hygrometer transmitter (FT007TH)
Dimensions (LxHxW): 4.5 x 2.0 x 0.75in
Manual
1 Power Adapter
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2.2 Recommend Tools
Hammer and nail for hanging remote thermo-hygrometer transmitter.
2.3 Thermo Hygrometer Sensor Set Up
1. Remove the battery door on the back of the sensor by removing the set screw, as shown in
Figure 1.
Figure 1
2. BEFORE inserting the batteries, locate the dip switches on the inside cover of the lid of
the transmitter.
Figure 2 displays all four switches in the OFF position (factory default setting).
Figure 2
3. Channel Number: The WS11 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.
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.
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DIP SWITCH
34
FUNCTION
DOWN
DOWN
DOWN
DOWN
UP
UP
UP
UP
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DOWN
DOWN
UP
UP
DOWN
DOWN
UP
UP
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DOWN
UP
DOWN
UP
DOWN
UP
DOWN
UP
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Table 1
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DOWN
UP
Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5
Channel 6
Channel 7
Channel 8
°F
°C
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 sensor is transmitting
data.
7. Verify the correct channel number (CH) and temperature units of measure (°F vs. °C) are
on the display, as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3
(1) temperature
(2) temperature units (°F vs. °C)
(3) channel number
(4) relativehumidity
8. Close the battery door. Make sure the gasket (around the battery compartment) is properly
seated in its trace prior to closing the door. Tighten the set screw.
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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 transmitter, make sure they are all powered up and transmitting on different
channels.
2. Remove the battery door on the back of the display, as shown in Figure 4. Insert four AA
(alkaline or lithium)) batteries in the back of the display console.
The display will beep once and all of the LCD segments will light up for a few seconds
to verify all segments are operating properly. The console will cycle through a spectrum
of colors.
Note: The character contrast is best from a slightly elevated viewing angle.
Figure 4
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, humidity, barometer, tendency,
date and time. The remote temperature and humidity will update on the display within a
few minutes on the appropriate channel.
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While in the search mode, the remote search icon will 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 humidity 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 10.
Note: The power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor
mounted position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a
ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.
Figure 5
Note: If the power adapter is plugged in, AC ON will display in the time area for three
seconds when powered up. Conversely, if the power adapter is not plugged in, AC OFF will
be displayed.
2.4.1 Display Console Layout
Note: The following illustration shows the full segment LCD display for description purposes
only and will not appear like this during normal operation.
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1. Indoor temperature display
2. Indoor humidity display
3. Humidity Comfort Icon
4. Temperature units (°F or °C)
5. Temperature and humidity, Rate of
Change indicator
6. Indoor temperature and humidity
Mix/Max information
7. Indoor and outdoor humidity low
alarm and high alarm
8. Indoor and outdoor temperature low
alarm and high alarm
9. Indoor alarm icon
10. Dew point temperature display
11. Channel 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 indictor
12. Scroll mode indicator
13. Low power indicator
14. Outdoor temperature display
15. Outdoor temperature and humidity Mix/Max
information
16. Outdoor humidity display
17. Outdoor alarm icon
18. Temperature, humidity and pressure history graph
19. Weather tendency indicator
20. Barometer air pressure
21. Time and date
22. Time alarm
23. Pressure display unit (inhg, hpa or mmHg)
24. Time format of history graph (12h or 24h)
25. Temperature, humidity and pressure variation in past
12h or 24h
Figure 6
2.4.2 Sensor Operation Verification
Verify the indoor and outdoor humidity match closely with the console and sensor array in the
same location (about 5 to 10’ apart). The sensors should be within 10% (the accuracy is ± 5%).
Allow about 30 minutes for both sensors to stabilize. The humidity can be adjusted or calibrated
later to match each other a known source.
Verify the indoor and outdoor temperature match closely with the console and sensor array in the
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same location (about 5 to 10’ apart). The sensors should be within 3°F (the accuracy is ± 2°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 outside in a shaded area. A north facing wall is
preferred because it is in the shade most of the day. 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 shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7
4 Display Features
4.1 Comfort Icon
The comfort icon is based on humidity ranges specified in Figure 8. The icon is displayed for
indoor humidity, remote channel 1 humidity and optional remote channels 2 through 8 humidity.
RH<45%
Dry
RH 45%~65%
Comfortable
Figure 8
RH >65%
Wet
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4.2 Rate of Change Icon
The rate of change icon detects rapid changes in temperature and humidity. If the arrow
points upward, the temperature is increasing at a 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).
4.3 Low Battery Icon
A low battery indicator icon is shown in the display window for each sensor. When the low battery
icon appears (the battery voltage is lower than 2.4V), replace the batteries in the sensor with fresh
batteries. Be sure to never mix old and new batteries, and never mix battery types such as alkaline
and lithium together.
5 Console Operation
Note: The console has five keys for easy operation: HISTORY/- key, SET key, ALARM key,
CHANNEL/+ and SNOOZE/LIGHT key.
5.1 Quick Display Mode
While in Normal Mode, press (do not hold) the SET key to enter the Quick Display Mode as
follows:
• once for time, date and time/week,
• twice for absolute pressure and relative pressure,
• three times for outdoor temperature and dew point
• four times for 12h or 24h graph record
1. Time, Date, Time/Week. Press the CHANNEL/+ or HISTORY/- key to toggle between
Time, Date , Time/Week
2. Absolute Pressure and Relative Pressure. Press the CHANNEL/+ or HISTORY/- key
to toggle between absolute and relative pressure.
3. Outdoor Temperature and Dew Point. Press the CHANNEL/+ or HISTORY/- key to
toggle between the outdoor temperature and dew point.
4. 12h or 24h Graph Record. Press the CHANNEL/+ or HISTORY/- key to toggle
between the last -12 hours or -24 hours record time. Each bar represents the
corresponding data and time for pressure, temperature or humidity.( default is -24 hours)
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Figure 9
Note: The graph displays hours on the horizontal or x-axis (the most recent data to the right of
the graph). For example, 0h is the current data and -12 is 12 hours ago. The vertical axis or y-axis
auto-scales, displays the deviation from the current value (the most recent data will always display
0). For example, when in temperature mode, if the bar displays +4, this represents 4 degrees
higher than the current value.
5.2 Set (Program) Mode
While in Normal Mode, press and hold the SET key for at least three seconds to enter the Set
Mode. The first setting will begin flashing. You can press the SET key again to skip any step, as
defined below.
Note: In the Set mode, press the [+] key or [-] key to change or scroll the value. Hold the [+]
key or [-] key for three seconds to increase/decrease rapidly.
Note: In Set mode, to enter the normal mode, complete all set mode operations or wait 30
seconds for timeout.
1. 12/24 Hour Format (default: 12h):. Press the SET key again to adjust the 12/24 hour format
setting (FMT). Press the [+] key to change between 12 hour and 24 hour format.
2. Change Hour. Press the SET key again to set the hour. Press the [+] key or [-] key to adjust
the hour up or down. Note the PM icon is present during afternoon hours.
3. Change Minute. Press the SET key again to set the minute. Press the [+] key or [-] key to
adjust the minute up or down.
4. Date Format (default: DD-MM): Press the SET key again to enter the day/month format
mode. Press the [+] key to switch between MM-DD-YY, DD-MM-YY or YY-MM-DD.
5. Change Day. Press the SET key again to set the calendar day. Press the [+] key or [-] key to
adjust the calendar day.
6. Change Month. Press the SET key again to set the calendar month. Press the [+] key or [-]
key to adjust the calendar month.
7. Change Year. Press the SET key again to set the calendar year. Press the [+] key or [-] key to
adjust the calendar year.
8. Max/Min Clearing. Press the SET key again to set the max/min clearing mode (CLR).
The Max/Min can be programmed to clear daily (at midnight) or manually. Press the [+] key
to switch between “Clears Daily” and Clears Manually.
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9. Temperature Units of Measure (default: °F):. Press the SET key again to change the
temperature units of measure (the UNITSET icon will be displayed). Press the [+] key to
switch between °F and °C units of measure.
10. Barometric Pressure Display Units (mmhg, inHg or hPa). Press the SET key again to
change the pressure units of measure (the UNITSET icon will be displayed). Press the [+]
key to toggle the pressure units between mmhg, inHg or hPa.
11. Pressure Threshold Setting (default level 2). Press the SET key again adjust the Pressure
threshold setting (the WEATHER icon will be displayed). Press [+] key or [-] key to adjust
the pressure threshold setting up or down. Refer to Section 7.4 for more details on this
function.
12. Storm Threshold Setting (default level 4). Press the SET key again entering into the storm
threshold setting (the STORM icon will be displayed). Press the [+] key or [-] key to adjust
the storm threshold up or down. Refer to Section 7.3 for more details on this function.
13. Weather Forecast Icon Setting (default: partly cloudy). Press the SET key again to set the
weather forecast icon initial conditions (based on the current weather conditions). Press the [+]
key or [-] key to toggle weather icons between sunny, partly cloudy, cloudy, or rainy.
Note: On a sunny day, from 7:01 am to 6:59 pm, the daytime icon is displayed (sun).
From 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, the nighttime icon is displayed (moon and stars).
14. Backlight Color Setting (default: Indoors). Press the SET key again to set the backlight
color defined parameter (the LED icon will be displayed). Press [+] key or [-] key to toggle
between IN (uses the indoor temperature to automatically display backlight color), OUT (uses
the outdoor temperature to automatically display backlight color) or USE (manually set your
own backlight color to one of 11 choices).
The following section is based on the IN, OUT or USE setting selected.
14.1 IN Backlight Color Setting (reference Figure 10).
14.2 Indoor Backlight Color Low (IN default: 58): Press the SET key again to change
the lower range of the color changing backlight spectrum (the LOWER icon will be
displayed). Press the [+] key or [-] key to adjust the low temperature limit.
14.3 Indoor Backlight Color High (default: 84): Press the SET key again to change the
upper range of the color changing backlight spectrum (the UPPER icon will be
displayed).
14.4 OUT Backlight Color Setting (reference Figure 10).
14.5 Outdoor Backlight Color Low (OUT default: 10): Press the SET key again to
change the lower range of the color changing backlight spectrum (the LOWER icon
will be displayed). Press the [+] key or [-] key to adjust the low temperature limit.
14.6 Indoor Backlight Color High (default: 100): Press the SET key again to change
the upper range of the color changing backlight spectrum (the UPPER icon will be
displayed).
14.7 USE Backlight Color Setting (reference Figure 10).
14.8 Backlight Color (USE): Press the SET key again to manually select the backlight
color (the COLOR icon will be displayed). Press [+] key or [-] key to choose among
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11 different colors.
The following table provides 11 different backlight colors for reference:
Color Colors Comments (Manually set
No
0
(USE)
Cold
White
Outdoor
Temperature
<10
Indoor
Temperature
<58
maximum and minimum
values)
LOW


1 Fuchsia
2 Purple
3 Blue
4 Aqua
Dark
5


1020



2030



3040



4050



5060


5861



6164



6467



6770



7073



















Color Increment =
6
Green
Light
Green 6070



7376
(HI-LOW)/11
7 Yellow
8 Orange
9 Red
10 Red Hot
7080



8090



90100



>100


7679



7981



8184



>84

Figure 10
HI

Note: This manual is not printed in color. To view the actual color chart,
visit:
http://site.ambientweatherstore.com/Manuals/ws11.pdf
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to view the actual color.
Note: Reference Section 7.5 Personalizing Color Ranges to modify the color changes to best
suit your comfort level and location.
15. Backlight Contrast: Press the SET key again to change the backlight brightness (the
BRIGHT icon will be displayed). Press the [+] key or [-] key to adjust the backlight
contrast from 1 (dim) to 8 (bright).
5.3 Chanel Selection
Press the CHANNEL/+ button to switch the display between remote sensors 1 through 8, and
scroll mode . In scroll mode, all of the indoor and detected outdoor sensors will be displayed
in five second intervals.
5.4 Sensor Search Mode
If any of the sensor communication is lost, dashes (--.-) will be displayed on the screen. To
reacquire the signal:
1. If a specific channel is lost, press the CH/+ button to display this channel, then Press and
hold the CH/+ button for 3seconds, and the remote search icon will be constantly
displayed for up to 3 minutes. Once the signal is reacquired, the remote search icon
will turn off, and the current values will be displayed.
2. If new sensors are added, subtracted, or multiple sensor channels are lost, Press and hold
the CH/+ button for 5seconds (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 History Graph Mode
The historical graph on the display changed to display the measured parameters.
In normal mode, press the HISTORY/- key to toggle between:
• the barometer graph (the BAROREL icon is displayed),
• indoor temperature graph (the TEMP-IN icon is displayed)
• indoor humidity graph (the HUMI-IN icon is displayed)
• outdoor temperature graph (the TEMPOUT icon is displayed)
• outdoor humidity graph (the HUMIOUT icon is displayed)
5.6 Reset Min/Max record
If you own more than one remote sensor, press the CHANNEL/+ button first to display the
specific channel you wish to clear.
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In normal mode press and hold the HISTORY/- key for 3 seconds, and the maximum values will
begin flashing and the MAX CLR icon will be displayed. Press the SET key to clear the
maximum values. The maximum values will now display the current values.
Press the HISTORY/- key again (do not hold), and the minimum values will begin flashing and
the MIN CLR icon will be displayed. Press the SET key to clear the minimum values. The
minimum values will now display the current values.
Pres the ALARM key to exit the min/max checking and cleaning mode, return to normal display
mode.
5.7 Snooze Mode
If the alarm sounds, and you wish to silence the alarm, press the SNOOZE/LIGHT key, the
backlight will turn. The alarm icon will continue to flash and the alarm will silence for five
minute. Press any key (HISTORY/+ ,SET, ALARM,CHANNEL/+) to permanently exit the
Snooze mode.
5.8 Backlight Mode
IF the LED is off, press the LIGHT button once. The backlight will turn on for five seconds, and
if no operation is performed for three seconds, the backlight will turn off.
Press and hold the LIGHT key for two seconds, and the backlight will turn on permanently, and
display LED ON icon will be displayed for three seconds in the time field.
IF the LED is on, press and hold the LIGHT button once, and the LED will turn off.
Note: If the LED is on, press LIGHT key once to select the backlight contrast level between
1 and 8.
Note: If plugged into AC power, the time area will display AC ON and backlight will remain
on. It is not recommended leaving the LED on for a long period of time when operating on
batteries only, or the batteries will run down quickly.
5.9 Adjustment or Calibration
Note: The calibrated value can only be adjusted on the console. The remote sensor(s) always
displays the un-calibrated or measured value.
Note: The measured humidity range is between 10 and 99%. Humidity cannot be accurately
measured outside of this range. Thus, the humidity cannot be calibrated below 10% or above 99%.
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The purpose of calibration is to fine tune or correct for any sensor error associated with the
devices margin of error. The measurement can be adjusted from the console to calibrate to a
known source.
Calibration is only useful if you have a known calibrated source you can compare it against, and is
optional. This section discusses practices, procedures and sources for sensor calibration to reduce
manufacturing and degradation errors. Do not compare your readings obtained from sources such
as the internet, radio, television or newspapers. They are in a different location and typically
update once per hour.
The purpose of your weather station is to measure conditions of your surroundings, which vary
significantly from location to location.
The WS-11 supports up to eight remote sensors. Each of the eight sensors can be calibrated.
If you own more than one remote sensor, press the CHANNEL/+ button first to display the
specific channel you wish to calibrate.
5.9.1 Temperature Calibration
In normal mode, press and hold the SET and CHANNEL/+ keys at the same time for five
seconds to enter the temperature calibration mode. The indoor temperature will begin flashing.
Press the [+] or [-] key to increase or decrease the temperature reading (in increments of 0.1).
Press and hold the [+] or [-] key for three seconds to increase or decrease rapidly.
Press the ALARM key to reset current value.
Press the SET key switch to next channel (1through 8). If no operation is performed, the
calibration mode will timeout in 30 seconds.
5.9.2 Setting Calibrated Humidity
In normal mode, press and hold the SET and HISTORY/- keys at the same time for five seconds
to enter the humidity calibration mode. The indoor humidity will begin flashing.
Press the [+] or [-] key to increase or decrease the humidity reading (in increments of 1%). Press
and hold the [+] or [-] key for three seconds to increase or decrease rapidly.
Press the ALARM key to reset current value.
Press the SET key switch to next channel (1through 8). If no operation is performed, the
calibration mode will timeout in 30 seconds.
Note: Humidity is a difficult parameter to measure accurately and drifts over time. The
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calibration feature allows you to zero out this error. To calibrate humidity, you will need an
accurate source, such as a sling psychrometer or Humidipaks One Step Calibration kit.
5.9.3 Setting Calibrated Barometric Pressure
In normal mode, press and hold the SET and ALARM keys at the same time for five seconds to
enter the barometric pressure calibration mode. The absolute relative pressure (ABS) will begin
flashing.
1. Absolute Pressure. Press the [+] or [-] key to increase or decrease the absolute pressure
reading (in increments of 0.01). Press and hold the [+] or [-] key for three seconds to increase
or decrease rapidly.
Press the ALARM key to reset current value.
Press the SET key to adjust the relative pressure.
2. Relative Pressure. Press the [+] or [-] key to increase or decrease the relative pressure
reading (in increments of 0.01). Press and hold the [+] or [-] key for three seconds to increase
or decrease rapidly.
Press the ALARM key to reset current value.
If no operation is performed, the calibration mode will timeout in 30 seconds.
Note: The display console 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.
Thus, your absolute pressure may read 28.62 inHg (969 mb) at an altitude of 1000 feet (305 m),
but the relative pressure is 30.00 inHg (1016 mb).
The standard sea-level pressure is 29.92 in Hg (1013.2hpa). This is the average sea-level pressure
around the world. Relative pressure measurements greater than 29.92 inHg (1013.2hpa) are
considered high pressure and relative pressure measurements less than 29.92 inHg are considered
low pressure.
To determine the relative pressure for your location, locate an official reporting station near you
(the internet is the best source for real time barometer conditions, such as Weather.com or
Wunderground.com), and set your weather station to match the official reporting station.
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6 Alarm Mode
The WS-11 includes time alarm, temperature alarm and humidity alarm features for indoor and
Channel 1.
6.1 Alarm Operation
When an alarm condition is exceeded, the alarm icon will flash (visual) and the alarm beeper
will sound (audible). To silence the beeper, press any key. The alarm beeper can be permanently
silenced by referencing Section 6.4.
6.2 Alarm Settings
Time of day, indoor and channel 1 alarms are supported. Channels 2-8 alarms are not supported.
To view the current alarm settings, press the ALARM key to enter the alarm mode.
6.3 Setting the Alarms
To set the alarms, press and hold the SET key for three seconds. The alarm parameter will begin
flashing. To adjust the alarm parameter, press the [+] or [-] key to increase or decrease the alarm
setting slowly, or press and hold the [+] or [-] key for three seconds to increase or decrease the
alarm setting rapidly.
Press the ALARM key to turn on (the alarm icon will appear ) and off the alarm.
To save the alarm setting and proceed to the next alarm parameter, press (do not hold) the SET
key.
After 30 seconds of inactivity, the alarm mode will time out and return to normal mode.
The following is a list of the individual alarm parameters that are set (in order):
1. Alarm hour
2. Alarm minute
3. Indoor temperature high alarm
4. Indoor temperature low alarm
5. Indoor humidity high alarm
6. Indoor humidity low alarm
7. Outdoor 1 (channel 1) temperature high alarm
8. Outdoor 1 (channel 1) temperature low alarm
9. Outdoor 1 (channel 1) dew point high alarm
10. Outdoor 1 (channel 1) dew point low alarm
11. Outdoor 1 (channel 1) humidity high alarm
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12. Outdoor 1 (channel 1) humidity low alarm
Note: To prevent repetitive alarming of temperature, there is a 0.9 °F tolerance band. For
example, if you set the high alarm to 80.0 °F and silence the alarm, the alarm icon will continue to
flash until the temperature falls below 79.1 °F, at which point, the alarm will reset and must
increase above 80.0 °F to activate again.
Note: To prevent repetitive alarming of humidity, there is a 4% tolerance band. For example,
if you set the high alarm to 60% and silence the alarm, the alarm icon will continue to flash until
the humidity falls below 56%, at which point, the alarm will reset and must increase above 60% to
activate again.
6.4 Alarm and Command Key Beeper ON/OFF Mode
The beeper can be silenced for both alarms and key strokes.
In normal mode, press and hold the ALARM key for five seconds to toggle the beeper on or off
(depending on the current setting).
The BUZZON (beeper on) or BUZZOFF (beeper off) icon will appear in the time area for three
seconds. Press and hold the ALARM button again for five seconds to toggle the BUZZON or
BUZZOFF command.
7 Other Console Features
The following section describes additional features and display icons.
7.1 Weather Forecasting
Note: The weather forecast or pressure tendency is based on the rate of change of barometric
pressure. In general, when the pressure increases, the weather improves (sunny to partly cloudy)
and when the pressure decreases, the weather degrades (cloudy to rain).
The weather forecast is an estimation or generalization of weather changes in the next 24 to 48
hours, and varies from location to location. The tendency is simply a tool for projecting weather
conditions and is never to be relied upon as an accurate method to predict the weather.
7.2 Weather Icons
The following icons are displayed based on the rate of change threshold defined in Section 7.4.
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Condition
Sunny
Stars and Moon
Partly Cloudy
Cloudy
Rainy
Sunny and high
pressure
Rainy and low
pressure
Icon
Figure 11
Description
Pressure is rising and the
previous condition is partly
cloudy.
On a sunny day, between
7:00pm and 7:00am (night
time), the stars and moon will
be displayed instead of the
sunny icon.
Pressure is falling and the
previous condition is sunny or
Pressure is rising and the
previous condition is cloudy.
Pressure is falling and the
previous condition is partly
cloudy or
Pressure is rising and the
previous condition is rainy.
Pressure is falling and the
previous condition is cloudy.
Previous condition is sunny
and pressure continuous to
rise, designating rising, high
pressure system.
Previous condition is rainy
and pressure continuous to
fall, designating falling, low
pressure system.
7.3 Storm Threshold Indicator
The storm threshold (the negative rate of pressure change signifying a storm is expected) can be
adjusted from 3 mbar/hour to level 9 mbar/hour (the default level 4 mbar/hour). The lower the
level pressure threshold setting, the higher sensitivity for weather forecast changes. Locations that
experience frequent changes in air pressure require a higher setting compared to locations where
the air pressure is typically stagnant.
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When negative rate of change of pressure is exceeded for three hours, the storm warning indicator
will be activated, and the clouds with rain icon will flash for three hours, indicating the storm
warning feature is active.
7.4 Pressure Threshold Setting
The pressure threshold (the negative or positive rate of change of pressure signifying a change in
the weather) can be adjusted from 2 mbar/hour to 4 mbar/hour (default level 2 mbar/hour).
The lower the level pressure threshold setting, the higher sensitivity for weather forecast changes.
Locations that experience frequent changes in air pressure require a higher setting compared to
locations where the air pressure is typically stagnant.
7.5 Personalizing Color Ranges
You can customize your background color ranges to suit your location, or personal preferences.
For example, if you live in Alaska, your definition of hot and cold may be very different if you
live in Arizona.
Likewise, if you track your indoor comfort level, your comfort range may be very different than
someone else.
Example 1: I live in Arizona, and the temperature ranges from 10 °F to 120 °F.
Color Increment = (HI-LOW)/11 = (120 – 10)/11 = 10 °F.
Yellow = 7 x 10 + 10 = 80 °F, which is comfortable for Arizona.
Example 2: I live in Alaska, and the temperature ranges from -20°F to 90°F.
Color Increments = (HI-LOW)/11 = (90 – (-20))/11 = 10 °F.
Yellow = 7 x 10 - 20 = 50 °F, which is comfortable for Alaska.
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