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Problem 

Solution 

Wireless remote (probe thermometer) not 
reporting in to console. 
 
There are dashes (--.-) on the display 
console. 

If  any  of  the  sensor  communication  is  lost,  dashes  (--.-) 
will be displayed on the screen.  To reacquire the signal, 
press  and  hold  the 

C

  button  for  3  seconds, 

and  the  remote  search  icon 

  will  be  constantly 

displayed.  Once  the  signal  is  reacquired,  the  remote 
search  icon 

  will  turn  off,  and  the  current  values 

will be displayed. 
 
The maximum line of sight communication range is 300’ 
and 100’ under most conditions. Move the sensor 
assembly closer to the display console. 
 
If the sensor assembly is too close (less than 5’), move 
the sensor assembly away from the display console. 
 
Make sure the remote sensor LCD display is working 
and the transmitter light is flashing once per 60 seconds. 
 
Install a fresh set of batteries in the remote probe 
thermometer. For cold weather environments, install 
lithium batteries. 
 
Make sure the remote sensors are not transmitting 
through solid metal (acts as an RF shield), or earth 
barrier (down a hill). 
 
Move the display console around electrical noise 
generating devices, such as computers, TVs and other 
wireless transmitters or receivers. 
 
Move the remote sensor to a higher location. Move the 
remote sensor to a closer location. 

Temperature sensor reads too high in the 
day time. 

Make sure the probe thermometer is mounted in a shaded 
area on the north facing wall. Consider the following 
radiation shield if this is not possible: 

http://www.ambientweather.com/amwesrpatean.html

 

 

Indoor and Outdoor Temperature do not 
agree 

Allow up to one hour for the sensors to stabilize due to 
signal filtering. The indoor and outdoor temperature 
sensors should agree within 2 °F (the sensor accuracy is 
± 1 °F). 
 
Use the calibration feature to match the indoor and 
outdoor temperature to a known source. 

Display console contrast is weak 

Replace console batteries with a fresh set of batteries. 

Summary of Contents for WS-09

Page 1: ...ounting 8 4 Console Operation 9 4 1 Channel Selection 9 4 2 Min and Max Alarm 9 4 2 1 Turning On and Off the Alarm 9 4 2 2 Alarm Defaults 10 4 2 3 Setting the Min and Max Alarm 10 4 2 4 Viewing the Min and Max Alarms 10 4 3 Reset Max Min 10 4 4 Temperature Units of Measure 10 4 5 Sensor Search Mode 10 4 6 Best Practices for Wireless Communication 11 4 7 Adjustment or Calibration 11 5 Glossary of T...

Page 2: ...reezer In addition to the refrigerator freezer application the probe thermometer can be placed in any medium where temperature is required including ground temperature air temperature and water temperature 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 WS 09 weather stat...

Page 3: ...the first transmitter to Channel 1 refrigerator and the second transmitter to Channel 2 freezer Figure 2 displays all four switches in the OFF position factory default setting Figure 2 3 Channel Number The WS 09 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 tr...

Page 4: ...sor 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 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 2 2 Display Console Set Up 1 Mov...

Page 5: ...be constantly displayed for each sensor If you have more than two remote sensors additional channels 3 8 are supported the display will automatically toggle between sensors until all sensors have reported in Do not touch any buttons until all of the remote sensors has reported in or the radio search icon is no longer visible otherwise the remote sensor search mode will be terminated When the remot...

Page 6: ...r Temperature Indicator 17 Temperature Channels 3 4 5 6 7 8 18 Scroll mode indicator 19 Channel indicator 20 Low battery indicator 21 Channel 2 Temperature 22 Channel 2 Indicator 23 Low battery indicator 2 2 2 Sensor Operation Verification Verify the temperature sensors match closely with the console and sensor array in the same location about 5 to 10 apart The sensors should be within 2 F the acc...

Page 7: ...talling the sensor to the outside of the refrigerator freezer If the refrigerator freezer is a metal box the wireless signal cannot escape and the sensors must be placed on the outside Figure 6 To attach the suction cup to the remote sensor reference Figure 7 1 Locate the mounting hole on the back of the unit 2 Press the suction cup into the mounting hole 3 While applying pressure with your thumb ...

Page 8: ...rface is smooth and clean so that suction cups will not fall off It is recommended to wet the surface of the suction cup first to improve the seal 3 2 Wall Mounting The remote sensor can be mounted to a wall or horizontal surface to measure any temperature medium including air water and soil Use a screw or nail not included to affix the remote sensor to the wall as shown in Figure 8 Note If measur...

Page 9: ...n and max temperature alarm on the Channel 1 and Channel 2 thermometers If the alarm is exceeded for more than 10 minutes as audible alert will occur and the alarm value will flash To silence the alarm press any button To set the alarm or adjust the min and max alarm settings press the CHANNEL button until the channel indication arrow points at the selected channel 4 2 1 Turning On and Off the Ala...

Page 10: ...ointing at the appropriate channel press and hold the CLEAR button for 3 seconds to restore the MAX and MIN values to the current value 4 4Temperature Units of Measure With the indicator arrow pointing at the indoor temperature channel press and hold the ALARM button for 3 seconds to change between degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit units of measure 4 5 Sensor Search Mode If any of the sensor ...

Page 11: ...ent 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 newspa...

Page 12: ... value can be measured 6 Specifications 6 1 Wireless Specifications Line of sight wireless transmission in open air 300 feet 100 feet under most conditions Frequency 433 MHz Update Rate 60 seconds 6 2 Measurement Specifications The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters Measurement Range Accuracy Resolution Indoor Temperature 32 to 140 F 1 F 0 1 F Channel 1 8 Temperatu...

Page 13: ... batteries in the remote probe thermometer For cold weather environments install lithium batteries Make sure the remote sensors are not transmitting through solid metal acts as an RF shield or earth barrier down a hill Move the display console around electrical noise generating devices such as computers TVs and other wireless transmitters or receivers Move the remote sensor to a higher location Mo...

Page 14: ...al of electronic waste in wild country and or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment Reading the User manual is highly recommended The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of weather conditions Thi...

Page 15: ...ear limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase is valid only on products purchased and only to the original purchaser of this product To receive warranty service the purchaser must contact Ambient LLC for problem determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed ...

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