Frequently Asked Questions

Simply moving your display console (or receiver) to a different location may easily fix the communication issue.

We recommend the following best practices for trouble free wireless communication.

1. Fresh Batteries. If applicable, make sure there are fresh batteries in both the console and remote. Remember to power up the console last when changing batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. They have a lower voltage and lower range than non-rechargeable batteries.
2. Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI). Keep the console several feet away from computers, TVs and electronic cables.
3. Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). If you have other 433/915 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.
4. Cold Weather. If the temperature is below < 10 degF, use e2 energizer batteries (Lithium), available in most stores batteries are sold (blue in color). Alkaline and NMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries do not operate below 10 degF.
5. Sensor orientation.  To insure proper communication, mount the remote sensor on a vertical surface, such as a wall.  Do not lay the sensor flat if this is a small remote sensor.
6. 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.
7. Metal Barriers. Radio frequency will not pass through metal barriers such as aluminum siding. If you have metal siding, align the remote and console through a window to get a clear line of sight.
8. Defective Sensor. It is possible the remote sensor is defective. If you have not done so already, to replace under one year warranty, please visit AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

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.

The peak of the luminosity function is at 555 nm (green); the eye’s visual system is more sensitive to light of this wavelength than any other. For monochromatic light of this wavelength, the irradiance needed to make one lux is minimum, at 1.464 mW/m².

That is, one obtains 683.002 lux per W/m² (or lumens per watt) at this wavelength.  Other wavelengths of visible light produce fewer lumens per watt.

Solar Radiation is a shorter wave length and different color spectrum, so it has a different factor of Lux to W/m²:

Bright sunlight is approximately 136000 lux = 1075 W/m² = 126.7

The factor changes slightly depending on time of day, conditions such as cloud cover, moisture in the air etc. and most sources  agree on the 126.7 as a reasonable factor to use.

The conversion in the green visible light spectrum spectrum at 555nm is  1W/m² = 683 lux, and is used of human eyes.

Some of our weather stations allow to calibrate the gain to whatever light spectrum you wish to base solar radiation on.

Your weather station may only display some of the following increments of rain. Please refer to your User Manual for details. Here are how increments of rain are defined:

• Rain Rate is defined as the rainfall in the last 10 minutes, multiplied by 6  (10 minutes x 6 = 1 hour). This is also referred to as instantaneous rain per hour.
• Hourly Rain is defined as the rainfall in the last hour.
• Rain event is defined as continuous rain, and resets to zero if accumulated rainfall is less than 1 mm (0.039 in) in a 24 hour period.  Some weather stations may calculate this slightly differently and the customer should reference the User Manual.
• Daily Rain is defined as the rainfall since midnight (00:00).
• 24 Hour Rain is defined as the rainfall in the last 24 hours. For example, if it is currently 5:00 pm, 24 hour rain would be the amount of rain that has fallen since 5:00 pm yesterday.
• Weekly Rain is defined as the calendar week total, and resets on Sunday morning at midnight (Sunday thru Saturday).
• Monthly Rain is defined as the calendar month total, and resets on the first day of the Month.
• Yearly Rain is defined as the calendar year total, and resets on the first day of the Year. The WS-1000 series weather stations allow you to change the month rain is reset to 0.00 (referred to as Rainfall Season).
• Total Rain is defined as the running total since station was powered up.

1. If the display is showing rain rate, change to daily rain to track the rain accumulation better.
2. Make certain the rain gauge is level. If not perfectly level, the tipping mechanism will not work properly and under report rain.
3. Make certain there are no obstructions in the funnel and tipping mechanism.
4. In heavy downpours or sideways wind, the rain droplets can “bounce” out of the rain gauge. Use Teflon spray:https://www.amazon.com/DuPont-Silicone-Lubricant-Aerosol-14-Ounce/dp/B00D3ZKVASto prevent accumulation of the droplets on the walls of the rain gauge.

Yes and No…..

Not directly, not at the moment. We have developed an API:

API

which allow programmers to create apps, including uploading to CWOP.

The API documentation is available here:

https://ambientweather.docs.apiary.io

As you and others create apps, they are posted at our community listing:

Community

We have also created a website to assist in uploading data to CWOP via our API, which is

https://www.ambientcwop.com

You will need to create an account first.

You will need to create an API key first using the guide below.

How Do I Generate An API Key For Third Party Applications?

Then you can add your API Key to send data from The Ambient Weather Network to CWOP.

Also, you can purchase our Weatherbridge (https://www.ambientweather.com/amweatherbridge.html) and OBSERVERIP (https://www.ambientweather.com/amobserverip.html ) which together will report to CWOP, APRS and 30 other Weather Networks.

Including:

• Ambient Weather Network
• Weather Underground
• Weather Underground Weather Camera
• Meteobridge Weather Camera
• AWEKAS
• WeatherForYou (also known as PWSweather)
• UK MetOffice WOW
• Windfinder
• Windguru
• Citizen Weather Observer Program (CWOP)
• APRS
• Open Weather Map
• Previmeteo
• Idokep
• Weatherflow
• Wetter.com
• Weather Cloud
• Agroclima
• Meteonews
• Terre-net
• AnythingWeather
• Wetterring
• Meteoagro Net
• Meteoplug Cloud Graphing
• Meteotemplate
• Home Weather Station
• Meteoclimatic
• Cabure
• Windy
• Local Dashboard
• WSWIN Data Feed
• MeteoMap Cloud

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

Wind Chill temperature is defined by the National Weather Service for temperatures at or below 40 °F and wind speeds above 5.0 mph.

Heat Index is not valid or calculated below 80 degF.

Thus, when the outdoor temperature is between 40 degF and 80 degF, the feels like temperature is the same as the outdoor temperature.

If the temperature is below 40 degF, the feels like temperature is the same as the outdoor temperature when the wind speed is less than 5 mph.

If you receive the message:

There’s no real-time data yet. Give us a sec…

Waiting for data to load…

and the AmbientWeather.net never updates, it usually means you incorrectly entered the MAC address on AmbientWeather.net.

You can locate the MAC address on your device using this guide:  How Do I Find My MAC Address?

Check the MAC address on your device vs. the MAC address you entered on AmbientWeather.net to make sure there is not a typo.

Also, you must own an Ambient Weather weather station or appliance to work with AmbientWeather.net.

Most weather stations use self-emptying rain gauges, which do not count snow and will not operate when frozen.

It requires the snow melt before the precipitation is “counted”.

Snow build up is difficult to prevent, especially “wet snow”. You can spray the top of the unit with teflon snow and ice repellent like this:

https://www.amazon.com/DuPont-Teflon-Snow-Repellant-10-Ounce/dp/B0031T82NO

but this is not 100% effective.

Snow is considered normal maintenance, and accumulated snow can be brushed off gently with a broom.

Even the smaller  memory sized Micro SD Card will store more data than the life of the weather station.

It just needs to be FAT32 formatted (standard).

We recommend smaller than larger SD Cards (4 GB) because they are less expensive and fail or have to be reformatted less often:

https://www.ambientweather.com/kisdc48gb.html

Rainfall spikes, or over reporting is generally caused by pole vibration.

Pole vibration can occur when it is very windy, or a bird lands on the weather station.

Hail can also cause the rain gauge mechanism to vibrate.

Make certain the pole is not vibrating during windy conditions, causing false readings.

If you were working on the weather station, the vibration may also result in rainfall spikes.

Debris and snow melt can also cause a delayed reporting of rain.

No, it is not possible to access the raw data from the WiFi Weather Stations.

We have developed an API:

API

which allow programmers to create apps, and archive data.

As you and others create apps, they are posted at our community listing:

Community

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If data is not being written to your Micro SD Card:

1. Make sure the Micro SD Card is blank.
2. We recommend an SD Card memory size of 32 GBytes or less. If the card is larger than 32 GBytes, it must be partitioned.
3. Make sure the SD Card is FAT32 formatted. Right click on the SD Card Drive from your computer:
   
4. Try a different SD Card.
5. If the problem persists, we have a one year warranty. For details, please visit:www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

Temperature can read too low (or inaccurate) at night when placed close to a radiant heat source, like a house, building or structure.  It can also read lower then other stations in your area due to irrigation or sprinklers.

1. Place the sensor inside next to the indoor console sensor. Wait about 1 hour for stabilization. The sensors should agree within the accuracy specifications. Most RTD (resistive thermal device) sensors are accurate within +/- 2 degF. Thus, the sensors should agree within 4 degF.
2. Mercury or red spirit thermometers are very accurate. Inside your house, place a red spirit thermometer next to the digital thermometer. The thermometers should agree within 2 degF.
3. For colder temperature verification, place the sensor with the red spirit thermometer in the regrigerator or freezer.
4. If the sensor is separate, place the sensor in a shaded area on the north side of the structure to avoid direct and radiant heat.
5. Temperature sensors that do not have radiation shields will absorb solar energy and read higher than the ambient temperature. To prevent this problem, purchase a solar radiation shield from Ambient Weather.
6. We have a one year warranty and a 30 day return policy. For details, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html
7. While at the website, enter the part number of the transmitter in the Search by Keyword to locate the product.

To calibrate the wind direction, select the Calibration Panel from your display by tapping the Tool Icon four times:

Enter the correct current Wind Direction into the Display Console:

If you live in the Southern Hemisphere, point the solar panel to the North and calibrate the wind direction with a 180 degrees offset.

An ultraviolet sensor (UV sensor) is a device that measures UV light from the Sun.

The UV index is an international standard measurement of how strong the ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is at a particular place on a particular day. It is a scale primarily used in daily forecasts aimed at the general public.

Its purpose is to help people to effectively protect themselves from UV light, of which excessive exposure causes sunburns, eye damage such as cataracts, skin aging, and skin cancer (see the section health effects of ultraviolet light).

• Wear sunglasses on bright days.
• If you burn easily, cover up and use broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen.
• Watch out for bright surfaces, like sand, water and snow, which reflect UV and increase exposure.

A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 means moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure.

• Stay in shade near midday when the sun is strongest.
• If outdoors, wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
• Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating.
• Watch out for bright surfaces, like sand, water and snow, which reflect UV and increase exposure.

A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 means high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed.

• Reduce time in the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• If outdoors, seek shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
• Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating.
• Watch out for bright surfaces, like sand, water and snow, which reflect UV and increase exposure.

A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 means very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly.

• Minimize sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• If outdoors, seek shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
• Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating.
• Watch out for bright surfaces, like sand, water and snow, which reflect UV and increase exposure.

A UV Index reading of 11 or more means extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes.

• Try to avoid sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• If outdoors, seek shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
• Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating.
• Watch out for bright surfaces, like sand, water and snow, which reflect UV and increase exposure.

This model has a small back up battery inside the console that is not replaceable. It will store all of your settings if you lose power.

Once power is restored, the console will automatically reconnect to your wireless router and the Internet.

However, the console will not continue to archive data during the outage.

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. The spectrum of solar radiation is close to that of a black body with a temperature of about 5800 K. About half of the radiation is in the visible short-wave part of the electromagnetic spectrum. The other half is mostly in the near-infrared part, with some in the ultraviolet part of the spectrum.

The units of measure are Watts per square meter (W/m²), Lux or Foot Candles (fc).

The device is typically used in agricultural applications, and is used in the calculation of Evapotransportation. Evapotransportation is the potential for evaporation of moisture from the soil (or the reverse of rainfall) and is a function solar energy, wind and temperature.

Yes, you can, but you will need to change the following Gain Factors on the console:

Wind Gain: 0.46

Rain Gain: 0.85

Here is how you change the gain factors on the WS-1000 series console:

1. Press the Settings button three times to display the calibration panel:
2. Press the down button until the temperature field is highlighted, and press plus  or minus  to adjust. Press the left  or right  button to change each multiple value.
3. Press the return button  to return to the main screen.

How to report to Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS) using Weatherbridge

1. In the Weatherbridge Control Panel select the ‘Weather Network’ tab.
2. Select APRS from the ‘Add more Weather Networks’ drop down list
3. APRS Server: rotate.aprs2.net:14580
4. APRS ID is your Ham radio Call Sign
5. APRS RegNum is generated here ( https://apps.magicbug.co.uk/passcode/ ). Enter your callsign, and it’ll return a passcode
6. Click the ‘Save’ button at the bottom.
7. You will soon be reporting to APRS: http://www.aprs-is.net/

To obtain your CWOP ID using Weatherbridge:

1. In the Weatherbridge Control Panel select the ‘Weather Network’ tab.
2. Select CWOP from the ‘Add more Weather Networks’ drop down list
3. In order to upload data, you need credentials from CWOP. Visit:
   http://www.findu.com/citizenweather/cw_form.html.
4. Check your email for your CWOP ID.
5. Enter your new CWOP ID into Weatherbridge
6. Click the ‘Save’ button at the bottom
7. You will soon be reporting to CWOP at the following URL: http://www.findu.com/cgi-bin/wx.cgi?call=YOUR_CWOP_ID

CITIZEN WEATHER PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM

A computer is not required to connect our weather stations to the Internet. They are WiFi enabled weather stations that connect directly to your router and the Internet. They communicate via Port 80, which is standard for most web browser (https) operations.

To retrieve the SD Card:

3. Gently pry the front and back plastic apart using a thin flat head screw driver or any this blade tool  (be very careful).  The gap only needs to be 3/8″ – 1/4″.

4. Tilt the console back and forth or upside down until the micro SD card falls out
Note: The SD Card is very small and easy to lose when it falls out. Perform over a surface and not the ground.

5. Click the plastic back together, you’ll see the clips on the outer edge.

6. Reinstall the three screws

7. Plug in the AC adapter.

Heat Index is not valid or calculated below 80 degF, according to the National Weather Service:

No, the data will still be stored in the console and can be accessed with the Micro SD Card option.

However, it will not write this data to the Internet while the Internet is down, and it does not make up the data when the Internet comes back.

The indoor thermo-hygrometer-barometer measures absolute pressure. The display console displays relative pressure.

Here is a guide on the difference between absolute and relative pressure:

What Is The Difference Between Absolute And Relative Pressure?

WS-8478/WS-8478A/WS-8480

WS-1900/WS-2902/WS-2902A/WS-2902B

WS-2000/WS-2002/WS-5000

WS-1000/WS-1001/WS-1002

It will not. The device will only connect to a wifi routers main 2.4GHz signal. It will not connect to a guest account or a Mesh networks secondary nodes. To get around having to use a wifi router you can use our Observerip module which will connect directly to a router via an ethernet cable and remove the need for wifi.

The saturated salt solution test is an easy method for testing the accuracy of your humidity sensor. Most electronic sensors are accurate from +/- 3 to 5% humidity, and some weather stations or weather centers can be calibrated from the display console by applying a bias.

1. Mix common table salt with tap water until you have a completely saturated solution with no standing water.
2. Place about 1 inch of the saturated salt solution in an open container or bowl that is approximately 4 inches high. The 3 inches above the solution will contain air with a predictable humidity value. You can use a cut away container as shown in the figure below. One edge of the container is cut slightly lower to rest the sensor on the lip.
3. Place this container and the sensors in a waterproof zip lock plastic bag, as shown in the figure below. Leave one of the corners open and remove all of the remaining air with a straw. Close the air tight bag.
4. Leave the sensor in the bag for four days or 96 hours to completely stabilize.
5. The sensor should read 75% plus or minus the sensors rated margin of error. For example, if the sensor is rated at +/- 5%, the display should read between 70 and 80% relative humidity.
6. If the sensor is adjustable or calibrateable, set the humidity on the display to 75%.
7. Repeat this procedure once per year to account for electronic drift (sensor contamination).

   
   The images above show a table salt slurry of 1″ height mixed in a container about 3″ tall. This solution is then placed in a plastic bag with the sensor.

You cannot add a second sensor to your existing weather station listed below, but one of the products below would allow you to add sensors to AmbientWeather.net which are then seamlessly integrated online (you can add as many devices as you wish to AmbientWeather.net).

Here are a few of options:

WS-50-C:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws50c.html

Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q248FDK

The WS-50-C supports up to 8 thermo-hygrometers (F007TH), floating pool, spa and lake thermometers (F007PF) or temperature probes for any medium (F007TP).

WS-0265:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws0265.html

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L5YQCH6

The WS-0265 supports up to 8 remote thermo-hygrometers (WH31B).

WS-8482:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws8482.html

Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BMGPJQ2

The WS-8482 supports up to 7 thermo-hygrometers (TX-3110B), pool, spa and pond thermometers (TX-3107) or soil temperature and moisture sensors (TX-3102).

To determine the accuracy of a digital rain gauge, you need to know the surface area of the funnel.

If the rain gauge has a rectangular inlet:

Area = length x width

If the rain gauge is circular:

Area = ( π x d² ) / 4, where d is the diameter of the rain gauge and π = 3.14159

The calculation is as follows:

Total Rain = Water Volume / Area

Example 1:

Rectangular Rain Gauge:

Area = 11 x 5 cm or 55 cm²

If you pour in 100 ml of water (or 100 cm³) SLOWLY (over a 10 minute period), one would expect the rainfall to equal:

Total Rain = 100 cm³/ 55cm² = 1.81 cm or 18 mm of rain (+/- the accuracy specification of the rain gauge).

Since 1 mm = 0.03937 inches, the total rain (inches) = 18 x 0.03937 inches/mm = 0.71 inches.

Take into account the resolution of the rain gauge.

If the resolution is 0.04 inches for example, the measurement would be 0.04 inches/tip x 17 tips = 0.68 inches.

Example 2:

Circular Rain Gauge (Osprey):

Diameter = 11.28 cm

Area = ( π x 11.28² ) / 4 = 100 cm²

If you pour in 100 ml of water (or 100 cm³) SLOWLY (over a 10 minute period), one would expect the rainfall to equal:

Total Rain = 100 cm³/ 100cm² = 1 cm or 10 mm of rain (+/- the accuracy specification of the rain gauge).

Since 10 mm = 0.3937 inches, the total rain (inches) = 0.3937 inches.

Take into account the resolution of the rain gauge.

If the resolution is 0.01 inches for example, the measurement would be 0.01 inches/tip x 39 tips = 0.39 inches.

Important Note: Make sure the weather station display is set to total rain and not rain rate.

Your relative pressure likely does not match the official source because you have not calibrated it properly. You will need to reference your User Manual for correcting relative pressure.

You can locate an official source for your area to cailbrate by visiting https://ambientweather.net/baro

Discussion:

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 pressure may read 28.62 inHg (969 mb) at an altitude of 1000 feet (305 m), but the corrected pressure is 30.00 inHg (1016 mb).

The standard sea-level pressure is 29.92 in Hg (1013 mb). Pressure conditions greater than 29.92 inHg (1013 mb) are considered high pressure and less than are considered low pressure.

Most weather stations instruct you to find a reporting station near your location to identify the corrected pressure.

1. Place the sensor inside next to the indoor console sensor. Wait about 24 hours for stabilization. The sensors should agree within the accuracy specifications. Most digital capacitive hygrometer sensors are accurate within +/- 5%. Thus, the sensors should agree within 10% when considering full tolerance stack up.Note that humidity accuracy, like most other measurement parameters, are a percentage of full scale, and not a percentage of point.
2. Sling psychrometers are very accurate. Perform a formal calibration. The humidity should agree within 5% of the  rating. You can also make your own calibration kit. For details, visit:

Testing The Accuracy Of A Hygrometer - Saturated Salt Test?

3.   Place the sensor in a shaded area on the north side of the structure to avoid direct and radiant heat.

4.  Humidity is significantly impacted by external factors like location and water (grass, lakes, rivers, etc). Insure proper installation. You cannot use a source like the National Weather Service. There are several reasons:

• The NWS may update once per hour.
• The NWS has strict installation guidelines (no unnatural structures, bodies of water, or unnatural vegetation nearby).

5.  If the problem persists, we have a one year warranty. Visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

In general, when following the regular maintenance schedule in the user manual a user can expect a 3 to 10 year life before fully replacing the sensor array. A weather station’s life expectancy is greatly impacted by it’s environment see examples below:

1. Coastal, Marsh or Wetland environments. Salt air, salt spray and acidification are the most difficult environments for weather stations to have a long life. The salt air, salt spray and acidification corrode bearings, sensor boards (temperature, humidity, etc.), mounting hardware and other moving parts. Expect a 1-3 year product life span in this type of environment. Ambient Weather's sensors boards are all conformal coated to prevent this corrosion. The nature of digital thermometer and hygrometer sensors relying on electrical resistance of metal changes allows the corrosion to occur more quickly
2. Long term high humidity environments. Prolonged exposure to high levels of humidity, whether salt, acidic or not, predisposes metal parts to fail prematurely. In a hot and dry environment weather stations are known to last 7-10 years.
3. Hurricanes and tropical storms can also reduce the life of a weather station.

Ambient Weather’s weather stations carry a one year warranty.

None of the Ambient Weather Stations support repeaters or boosters at this point in time.

Wind Chill is the lowering of body temperature due to the passing-flow of lower-temperature air.

The wind chill calculation is based on wind speed and outdoor temperature, as shown in the table below.

Wind Chill temperature is defined only for temperatures at or below 10 °C (50 °F) and wind speeds above 4.8 kilometres per hour (3.0 mph).

Thus, for consistency,  our weather stations and software display outdoor temperature when Wind Chill when invalid.

For more information regarding Wind Chill, please reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wind_chill

No, it does not.  Virtual Weather Station (VWS) has been discontinued. Most of our weather stations are direct to Internet and communicate with our hosting service at AmbientWeather.net.

Please visit or Community Page to find a list of applications that work with AmbientWeather.net:

Community

No, it does not.  Virtual Weather Station (VWS) has been discontinued. Most of our weather stations are direct to Internet and communicate with our hosting service at AmbientWeather.net.

Please visit or Community Page to find a list of applications that work with AmbientWeather.net:

Community

To check your current version of firmware, go to the Factory About| Display from your Display Console (press the tool icon on the display four times, or ):

The firmware in this example is 2.3.1.

The update procedure is as follows:

1. Download the latest zip file (below) to your your computer. Make a note of where you saved this file.

https://www.ambientweather.com/amwewswsdo.html

2. Extract the zip file.
3. Copy the extracted folder Update EasyWeather to your MicroSD Card (the SD card must be empty).
4. Power down your display console by removing AC power.
5. Insert the SD Card into the display console.
6. Power up the display console.
7. The console will verify the firmware was updated.

If this process does not work, it usually means the Update EasyWeather is not in the root directory of your MicroSD Card.

Your SD card root directory will look as follows:

1. If the rain is under reporting, loss of reception may result in uncounted rain with older firmware. You can update to the latest firmware here:
   https://www.ambientweather.com/amwewswsdo.html
2. For WS-1000, WS-1001, WS-1002, WS-1200, WS-1201 owners: Your display may be showing rain rate (in/hr) and it has not rained in the last ten minutes. Change the console rain increment from 1h (one hour) to daily, weekly, monthly or total rain. Do these increments of rain also read 0.00? If so, and it has recently rained, reference the next step.Note that instantaneous rain rate = rain in the last 10 minutes x 6.
3. Make sure the rain gain is set to 1.0 on the calibration screen.Setting the rain gain to 0.1 for example will under report rain by a factor of 10 and would require 0.1” of rain to report 0.01”.
4. The tipping mechanism may be stuck because of debris.  Pour water slowly through the rain bucket and listen for clicking of the rain gauge mechanism. Each click represents 0.01 in of rain. See if this rain is accurately recorded on the console.
5. The tipping mechanism has not been recently cleaned and bugs have nested inside the rain gauge or debris has collected in the funnel.Clean the rain gauge funnel per the User Manual.Clean the interior of the rain gauge until free from bugs and debris. Spray with bug spray to prevent future nesting.To clean the interior of the rain gauge, reference the Advanced Troubleshooting guide in the manual. Important Note: Do not stress the wires when opening the sensor array.
   
6. The rain gauge is beyond repair.If under one year warranty, visit:
   www.ambientweather.com/rma.html
7. If out of warranty, replace the sensor array here:
   https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

The weather station uses alkaline batteries because of their wide temperature range.  However, any AA battery will work in the unit, including non-rechargeable batteries.

However, we now recommend non-rechargeable Energizer Lithium Ultimate batteries over rechargeable batteries:

https://www.ambientweather.com/enaaliba3baf.html

They operate between -40 °F and 140 °F (-40 to 60 °C).  They will not damage the weather station or the batteries because of the low charging current.

Using Ni-Mh or Ni-Cad rechargeable batteries are fine but expect a very limited temperature operating range.

Our newest sensor array (WS-5000-ARRAY) :

https://ambientweather.com/amwewsreulan.html

uses a super capacitor as the energy storage device, and back up non-rechageable Lithium batteries. It is a better design because of the limited life of rechargeable batteries.

The MAC address is found on the weather station console’s Weather Server panel:

To view the Weather Server panel,  press the Tools icon  to go to the Setup panel.   Select the down button  until Weather Server Setup  is highlighted in green.   Press the plus  button to view the timer and MAC.

If you do not see the AmbientWeather.net settings on the WeatherNetwork panel, you need to update the firmware:

How Do I Update The Console Firmware, Observer Series ?

If the sensor array is not communicating to the console, or loses communication on cloudy days or night:

1. Replace the batteries. We recommend Lithium Energizer Ultimate Batteries. Please read the following:
   My Rechargeable Batteries No Longer Work. Which Batteries Are Recommended For My Weather Station?
2. The LED on the bottom of the sensor array (next to the sensor mounting point) should flash once every 14 seconds.  If it does not, the sensor array needs replacing.
3. If the light stays on all of the time, the sensor array needs replacing.
4. If the sensor array is flashing, place the sensor array about 10 feet from the console, and power down and up the console by removing and reinserting the AC adapter. If the problem persists, the sensor array needs replacing.
5. We have a one year warranty.
   Please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html
6. If out of warranty, the sensor array can be replaced here:
   https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

1. The console needs to be connected to WiFi.   Configure the console to connect to your WiFi router per the User Manual. Make sure you observe the WiFi icon on the display.
2. The console needs to be reporting to Wunderground.com.  Configure the console to connect to Wunderground per the User Manual. Make sure you observe the server icon on the display.
3. The computer and console must be connected to the same network.
4. If you own a PC, there may be a firewall setting in Microsoft Windows.Open Windows Firewall by clicking the Start button Picture at the bottom left hand corner of Windows, clicking  Control Panel, clicking  Security Center, and then clicking  Windows Firewall.Click Change Settings and the Exceptions tab, and check all instances of EasyWeather as an exception to allow the program to communicate through the windows firewall.
5. If you are running a MAC, try connecting the MAC via LAN cable instead of WiFi.
6. Security setting is preventing unpublished app from running.

1. The WS-1000-WiFi series will not connect to a guest account.
2. The WS-1000-WiFi will not connect to a hidden SSID. Temporarily unhide your SSID, connect to the wireless router, and then hide the SSID.
3. The WS-1000-WiFi series connects to the 2.4 GHz band on your router. Make sure the 2.4 GHz band is operating and connected to the Internet.
4. If you own a Mesh Network or multiple repeaters, power off all of the secondary nodes, and leave the primary node (connected to the Internet) on.
5. Reboot the router.
6. Perform a factory reset on the console.

How Do I Reset The Console To Factory Default, Observer Series?

6. Update the console firmware:

How Do I Update The Console Firmware, Observer Series ?

8 Contact support@ambientweather.com for assistance and include your router type.

9. One option is to add the ObserverIP Module (see below).

https://www.ambientweather.com/amobserverip.html

If the Humidity and resultant Dew Point is inaccurate,  the sensor array will need calibrating or replacing.

1. The hygrometer can be calibrated from the display console or Observer IP Module if it is off by a small amount. Reference the User Manual for details on calibration.
2. Here is a guide on testing the hygrometer accuracy:

   How Can I Test The Accuracy Of My Hygrometer (Humidity Calibration)?

3. If the humidity error is excessive, the sensor array will need replacing. We have a one year warranty. Visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html
4. For out of warranty sensor replacement, please visit: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html
   The new WS-1002-ARRAY sensor array replacement includes a longer life digital sensor. Earlier models (WS-1000, WS-1001, WS-1200, WS-1400) used analog sensors.

1. 1. If AmbientWeather.net used to work and then stopped,  power down and up your display console. It may be related to a DNS server change.
   2. Make sure you are running firmware Version 2.4.1 or greater. Visit:https://www.ambientweather.com/amwewswsdo.html
      for the latest firmware download and instructions.
   3. To view the current firmware you are running, press the Tools icon  button four times, until you get to the Factory Panel.  Select the down button  until About Display is highlighted in green. Press the plus  button and look for Firmware revision number.
   4. Check the Weather Server panel and make sure a schedule is set and your MAC address matches the MAC address you registered on AmbientWeather.net.
      
      
      To view the Weather Server panel,  press the Tools icon  to go to the Setup panel.   Select the down button  until Weather Server Setup  is highlighted in green.   Press the plus  button to view the timer and MAC.
   5. Double check the MAC address exactly matches between what is entered on the  AmbientWeather.net
      My Devices panel:

   https://ambientweather.net/devices

If the temperature does not change, or is stuck at a specific value:

1.  Cover the solar collector with your hand.  Press and hold the reset button on the sensor array (#6) for about 10 seconds:
2. Replace the batteries. We recommend Lithium Energizer Ultimate Batteries. Please read the following:

   My Rechargeable Batteries No Longer Work. Which Batteries Are Recommended For My Weather Station?

3.  If the problem persists, the sensor array needs replacing.

We have a one year warranty. For details, please visit:

www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

For out of warranty replacement, please visit:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

Reset to Factory Default. Clears all stored memory, calibrations and other variables to factory default.

To restore your display console to factory default, press the Tool icon four times to display the Factory Page.

Press    to select Reset to Factory Default. Press  or  key to popup the Message Box ”Are you sure you want to reset to factory default?” Press   to select Yes. Press the   key to confirm the selection.

The 1st generation weather stations listed below use a alkaline rechargeable battery as the energy storage, and solar collector recharged the batteries.

WS-1200

WS-1200-IP

WS-1400-IP

WS-1001-WiFi

The second generation weather stations below add a super capacitor as the primary energy storage device.

The super capacitor is charged by the solar collector in the day, and non-rechargeable batteries at night.

This is a more efficient and reliable design.

We recommend Lithium Energizer Ultimate batteries, because of their wide temperature range:

Why Are Lithium Ultimate Batteries Recommended And Not Alkaline Or Rechargeable Batteries?

WS-1201

WS-1201-IP

WS-1401-IP

WS-1002-WiFi

The second generation sensor array is compatible with the first generation sensor array.

Temperature errors can occur when a sensor is placed too close to a heat source (such as a building structure, the ground or trees).

To calibrate temperature, we recommend a mercury or red spirit (fluid) thermometer. Here is an example:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00551N8Q2

Bi-metal (dial) and digital thermometers (from other weather stations) are not a good source and have their own margin of error. Using a local weather station in your area is a poor source, due to changes in location, timing (airport weather stations are only updated once per hour) and possible calibration errors (many official weather stations are not properly installed and calibrated).

1. Place the sensor in a shaded, controlled environment next to the red spirit thermometer, and allow the sensor to stabilize for 3 hours. We recommend bringing both sensors inside.  Compare this temperature to the red spirit thermometer and adjust the console to match the fluid thermometer.
2. Adjust the temperature from the console to match the red spirit thermometer. Press the Settings button three times to display the calibration panel:
   
3. Press the down button until the temperature field is highlighted, and press plus  or minus  to adjust. Press the left  or right  button to change each multiple value.
4. Press the return button  to return to the main screen.

Yes, the WeatherBridge will communicate with an ObserverIP Module.

The ObserverIP module also communicates with your sensor array.

Visit the following product page for more information: https://www.ambientweather.com/amobserverip.html

1. If you own an Observer Series, you need only add an ObserverIP module.
   Choose WS-1400-IP under Station Settings when setting up the module.
2. If you own an Osprey Series, you also need the indoor thermo-hygrometer-barometer: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1000bth.html
   Choose WS-1600-IP under Station Settings when setting up the module.

To connect your console to WiFi, select the Tool Icon  to go to the Setup Screen.

Select the down arrow button  19 times and highlight Wi-Fi Scan Setup. Select  .

Scroll down to highlight the WiFi network you wish to connect to and select the enter  button to enter the password.

Press   to scroll to the character and press enter  to select the character. Press OK when complete.

Press return  to return to the WiFi Network setup page. Leave the password blank of the WiFi network is not encrypted.
Note: The WiFi signal strength icon  is displayed on the home page .

If wireless connectivity is successful and you are reporting to AmbientWeather.net or Wunderground.com, the WiFi icon will be displayed under the wind chill display on the home page.

The reset button on the sensor array is on the bottom, next to the mounting bracket (#6, below):

If your screen does not power up, or the console is blank, press any of the keys on the display. If it does not display:

The issue may be with the AC adapter. Measure the output voltage of the AC adapter, and it should be about 5 Volts.

If the AC adapter is not registering a voltage, we have a one year warranty here: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

If out of warranty. the AC adapter is available here for purchase:  https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1000acadapter.html

If the voltage is fine, the console needs replacing, we have a one year warranty here: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

If out of warranty, the console is available here for purchase:

WS-1000-WiFi, WS-1001-WiFi, WS-1002-WiFi: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1001wificonsole.html

WS-1200, WS-1201, WS-1200-IP, WS-1201-IP: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1200console.html

User Manual (Required):

WS-1000-WiFi | PDF

WS-1001-WiFi | PDF

WS-1002-WiFi | PDF

Firmware Update Procedure:

Important Notes:

• Before you upgrade the firmware, check the About Page on your display console, and make certain you are running Firmware Version 2.0.0 or greater Failure to do so may cause your console to stop working.
• You will lose all of your stored data in memory, Calibration Settings, WiFi Settings and Server Settings (Wunderground.com) if you upgrade. Please back up your data prior to upgrading the firmware (Section 6.6 #6 of the WS-1001-WiFI User Manual). You can not restore this data at the present time.
• To determine your firmware version, select Factory | About | Display from the console.

Instructions:

1. Download the latest zip file (below) to your your computer. Make a note of where you saved this file.
2. Extract the zip file.
3. Copy the extracted folder “Update EasyWeather” to your MicroSD Card (the SD card must be empty).
4. Power down your display console by removing AC power.
5. Insert the SD Card into the display console.
6. Power up the display console.
7. The console will verify the firmware was updated.

Where to purchase a MicroSD Card:

You can purchase one at Amazon, here (4, 8, 16 or 32 GB will work):

Ambient Weather SDC4-4GB SanDisk Mobile Class4 MicroSDHC Flash Memory Card

Firmware Update Downloads And History:

September 10, 2019 | Version 2.5.2

Changes: Fixed issue with peak daily wind gust.

June 17 2019 | Version 2.5.1

Changes: PC software communication protocol changed to fix solar data reading error. History data graph time scale error bug fix.

February 1 2018 | Version 2.4.6

Changes: Fixes issue with EasyWeatherIP software turning on random alarms on the console and sometimes locking up the console.

September 5 2017 | Version 2.4.4

Changes: Resets Max Daily Gust on AmbientWeather.net. This was not being reset at midnight.

June 27 2017 | Version 2.4.3

Changes: Improvements to WiFi reconnection if router loses power.

June 15 2017 | Version 2.4.2

Changes: A customer found the wind speed displayed 65531 degrees, which was introduced in Version 2.4.1.

May 15 2017 | Version 2.4.1

Changes: Now supports www.AmbientWeather.net, a free hosting service provided by Ambient Weather. Note – you can publish to both AmbientWeather.net and Wunderground.com at the same time. Select the Weather Server panel, set a schedule, make a note of your MAC address, and then visit www.AmbientWeather.net to sign up. AmbientWeather.net allows you to view indoor conditions remotely, supports email and text alerts and is designed to work like an app (responsive and mobile friendly) on any platform (phone, tablet, desktop or laptop).

February 14 2017 | Version 2.3.7

Changes: Fixes bug where yearly rain resets February 1 (not January 1).entWeather.net allows you to view indoor conditions remotely, supports email and text alerts and is designed to work like an app (responsive and mobile friendly) on any platform (phone, tablet, desktop or laptop).

December 30 2016 | Version 2.3.6

Changes: Fixes connection issues with the EasyWeatherIP software introduced in Version 2.3.5.

December 12 2016 | Version 2.3.5

Changes: Some users were reporting that the console would connect to WiFi but would not report to Wunderground.com. The problem was likely due to the console constantly pinging the network to see if software is being run. This is now performed much slower and less often, and has resolved the Wunderground.com issue for those that reported this issue.

September 8 2016 | Version 2.3.3

Changes: Modified French translation text mistake. Modified unit conversion for windspeed Beaufort scale (bft) Changes to Time Zone display Added character “\” for keyboard input Modified French translation text mistake. Corrected rain calculation when RF transmission is lost between the console and rain gauge. Wunderground.com password field text changed from “password” to “station key” to reflect upcoming changes to Wunderground.com.

February 19 2016 | Version 2.2.9

Changes: Will display Mac Address prior to being connected to WiFi. Now supports connectivity to EasyWeatherIP Software for PC and Mac (beta).

August 28 2015 | Version 2.2.5

Changes: Further improvements to WiFi connectivity if signal is temporarily lost. Now supports connectivity to EasyWeatherIP Software for PC (beta). To download the software application, visit:

August 12 2015 | Version 2.2.3

Changes: Improves WiFi connectivity if signal is temporarily lost.

April 21 2015 | Version 2.2.2

Changes: Restores graph on front of screen if power is lost.

March 25 2015 | Version 2.2.1

Changes: Fixes problem with hidden SSID networks.

February 5 2015 | Version 2.2.0

Changes: Resets WiFi if internet connectivity is lots for 20 minutes. Filters our spikes in temperature due to noise generated from the environment.

January 5 2015 | Version 2.1.9

Changes: Fixes issues with password and Windows CE bug when entering WEP password.

December 29, 2014 | Version 2.1.8

Changes: Fixes issue with network displaying open when encrypted.

November 19 2014 | Version 2.1.7

Changes: Fixes issue with sunrise and sunset off by one hour when daylight savings time is selected.

In order for your sunrise and sunset to be correct, your date, time zone, longitude and latitude must be entered correctly.

To find your longitude and latitude, enter your address into Bing Maps:

https://www.bing.com/maps

1. To view your longitude and latitude, select the Tools icon  to enter the Setup screen. Press the down arrow button  until Longitude_Latitude Setup is selected, and press Plus  to view the settings. Make sure your longitude, latitude and hemisphere settings (north vs south, east vs west) are correct.Note that if your longitude is negative, choose the western hemisphere. If your latitude is negative, choose the southern hemisphere.

2. To view your time zone settings, select the select the Tools icon  to enter the Setup screen.  Press the down arrow button  until Date and Time Setup is selected,  and press Plus  to view the settings. Make sure your time zone is set correctly.

The most common issues are:

1. Longitude and latitude are reversed.
2. The hemisphere is selected incorrectly.
3. The time zone is set incorrectly.

If AmbientWeather.net is working fine, but Wunderground.com is not updating, this is usually a typo.

It is easy to confuse the lower case letter l, upper case I and the number 1, as well as the number 0 and the letter O.

Check your Weather Server panel on the display console and type the station ID and Key in again if you have to:

1. Make sure your station ID and password match exactly.
2. If you continue to have issues, email the following to support@ambientweather.com
   1. Your Wunderground sign in email address.
   2. Your Wunderground sign is password.
   3. Your Wunderground Station ID.
   4. Your Wunderground Station Key.
   5. The type of weather station.and will check for any typos.
3. It is possible Wunderground.com is temporarily down.

1. Replace the batteries. We recommend the following batteries:
   My Rechargeable Batteries No Longer Work. Which Batteries Are Recommended For My Weather Station?
2. Clean any corrosion around and on the battery terminals.
3. If the problem persists, the sensor array must be replaced. We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbienetWeather.com/rma.html
   
4. If out of warranty, a replacement array can be purchased here: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

If the console does not boot up and is displaying Starting…. or blue lines are flashing across the screen.

1. Update the firmware. To update the firmware, visit: https://www.ambientweather.com/amwewswsdo.html
   
2. If the problem persists, the console must be replaced.We have a one year warranty. Visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.htmlIf out of warranty, replacements are available here:WS-1000, WS-1001, WS-1002-WiFi replacement console: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1001wificonsole.html
   WS-1200, WS-1201, WS-1200-IP, WS-1201-IP replacement console: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1200console.html

Yes, the ObserverIP communicates to the same sensors as models WS-1001-WiFi, WS-1002-WiFi, WS-1200 and WS-1201 weather stations.

The ObserverIP connects directly into your router and you communicate over your Local Area Network with a PC to set it up.

Some reasons why you may want to upgrade:

1. You are having issues with the WiFi (WS-1001-WiFi, WS-1002-WiFi),
2. You want to add Internet connectivity to your existing station (WS-1200, WS-1201).
3. You want to connect to a WeatherBridge, which supports all of the major cloud services. For details, visit:
   Can I Use My Observer Or Osprey Sensor Array To Communicate With A WeatherBridge? I Want To Report To CWOP, PWSWeather And More.

Available here:  https://www.ambientweather.com/amobserverip.html

Yes, you can add as many displays as you like. Here is a link to the display units:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1001wificonsole.html

You don’t really need two consoles reporting to the Internet, since they both read from the same sensor array, so we recommend the lower cost WS-1200 Display Console, which is identical to the WS-1002-WiFi display console, except it is missing the WiFi Chip:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1200console.html

To synchronize the new display to the sensor array, simply power it up and it will receive data automatically.

The sensor array LED normally flashes once per 16 seconds. If the LED is flashing rapidly, there is an issue with the sensor array.

1. Replace the batteries. We recommend Energizer Ultimate Lithium.
2. Clean the terminals of any corrosion.
3. If the problem persists, the sensor array must be replaced. We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbienetWeather.com/rma.html
4. If out of warranty, a replacement array can be purchased here:  https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

To download the weather station data and Channel 1-8 sensor data to the SD Card, insert the SD Card into the display console:

How to insert Micro SD Card into Console, Observer Series.

1. Go to the Factory page on the console by selecting the Settings button 5 times, or:

2. Select the down arrow   until the Backup data Backup Field is highlighted and select plus button .

Select a year by pressing the right arrow .  The year will be highlighted in green.

Press  the plus button  to confirm the selection, and the year field will turn from green to purple.

3. Press  play  to start the backup, or press play  again to cancel the backup.

4. A progress bar will appear at the bottom of the page. Once complete (100%), you can return to the main page.

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, with the following headers:

If the sensor array drains batteries quickly after the batteries are replaced:

1. Remove the batteries and replace with non-rechargeable Energizer Lithium batteries. We have a discussion here:

My Rechargeable Batteries No Longer Work. Which Batteries Are Recommended For My Weather Station?

2.  Clean any corrosion around and on the battery terminals.

3. If the problem persists, the sensor array must be replaced. We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

4. If out of warranty, a replacement array can be purchased here: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

Since the wind cups are integrated into the sensor array, the entire sensor array must be replaced:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

Console : Input 5V DC; 6.5′ 110-240V 50-60 Hz wall charger included, Power Consumption: 7.5 Watts, 1.0A output power rate.

DC barrel connector dimensions:  7.5mm ( L )  x 3.5mm ( OUT D) x 1.35mm ( Inner D)

Note that the center pin is positive (+).

To change the rain fall totals, select the calibration screen on your display console.

To select the calibration screen, press the Settings button  three times.

To adjust the parameter, press   to scroll to the parameter you wish to change. Press  to highlight the sign (positive vs. negative, if applicable) and significant digit.  Press   or   to change the calibrated value.

After each firmware update, you will need to reset the rain totals.

Yes, the WS-1002 sensor array is compatible with the WS-1000, WS-1001, WS-1200 consoles.

If the indoor thermo-hygrometer-barometer (WH25B) stops reporting:

1. Replace the batteries in the sensor.
2. The sensor has an LCD display. Make sure the display is updating properly.
3. Place the sensor about 10 feet from the console or receiver, and power down and up the console or receiver.
4. If the problem persists, we have a one year warranty. Please visit: www.ambientweather.com/rma.html
5. For out of warranty replacement, visit: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1000bth.html

The wind cups are integral to the weather station and cannot be replaced. The sensor array, which includes the wind cups, can be replaced here:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

The specification sheet for the Solar Radiation sensor is here:

https://p10.secure.hostingprod.com/@site.ambientweatherstore.com/ssl/sensors/TEPT5700.pdf

The specification for the UV sensor is here:

https://p10.secure.hostingprod.com/@site.ambientweatherstore.com/ssl/sensors/Si1132.pdf

The USB port is used for loading the Windows CE Operating System. It serves no other purpose.

To inert the SD card into the console, the slot is on the right side of the console when viewing the display (#1, below):

1. The gold pins should be facing towards you.
2. The micro SD card slot is spring loaded. Push until the SD Card is flush with the console casing.
3. The micro SD Card will be locked in place.
4. To remove, push on the micro SD card, and the console card slot will unlock the SD Card.

1. Replace the batteries.We recommend Energizer Lithium Ultimate batteries like the following:https://www.amazon.com/Energizer-Ultimate-Lithium-Batteries-Each/dp/B00003IEMEhave a wide temperature operating range. They operate between -40 degF and 140 degF. Alkaline batteries only operate to about +10 degF. Rechargeable batteries often have a limited life and mean constant replacing, as well as a narrow temperature range.
2. If the problem persists, the sensor array needs replacing. We have a one year warranty.Please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.htmlIf out of warranty, the sensor array can be replacedhttps://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

If the indoor thermometer-hygrometer-barometer sensor does not report to the console:

1. Replace the batteries in the sensor with fresh alkaline non-rechargeable batteries.
2. Place the sensor about 10 feet from the console.
3. Power down and up the console.
4. If the problem persists:
   We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: http://www.ambientweather.com/rma.html
   
5. If out of warranty, the sensor can be replaced here: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1000bth.html

1. If the UV Index reads low, first we recommend you check your local UV Index here:

https://weather.com/maps/current-uv-index

You will find the UV Index to be 0 or 1 in many parts of the country during the winter.

Courtesy The Weather Channel

2. Clean the UV and solar radiation sensors on your array with a damp cloth (#9 and #10 in the figure below:

3. If the problem persists, there is an adjustment gain on your console or IP Module.  For example, if your UV is reading 50% low, you would set the UV gain to 2.

UV Calibrated = 2 x UV Measured

4. The sensor array needs replacing.

If under one year warranty, visit:
www.ambientweather.com/rma.html
If out of warranty, replace the sensor array here:
https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

1. Remove the batteries and replace with non-rechargeable Energizer Lithium batteries. We have a discussion here:My Rechargeable Batteries No Longer Work. Which Batteries Are Recommended For My Weather Station?
   
2. Clean any corrosion around and on the battery terminals.
3. If the problem persists, the sensor array must be replaced. We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbienetWeather.com/rma.html
   
4. If out of warranty, a replacement array can be purchased here: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

To calibrate the relative pressure (REL) to a local airport, select the Calibration Panel from the display console by pressing the tool icon three times :

Press the down arrow button  until REL Barometer is highlighted in Yellow.

Press   to highlight the significant digit.  Press   or   to change the calibrated value.

1. Remove the batteries and replace with non-rechargeable Energizer Lithium batteries. We have a discussion here:My Rechargeable Batteries No Longer Work. Which Batteries Are Recommended For My Weather Station?
   
2. Clean any corrosion around and on the battery terminals.
3. If the problem persists, the sensor array must be replaced. We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbienetWeather.com/rma.html
   
4. If out of warranty, a replacement array can be purchased here: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

No, sorry, the wind cup bearings cannot be cleaned or disassembled.  You can try compressed air to remove any debris, but the sensor array likely needs replacing.

We have a one year warranty here: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

Otherwise, the sensor array can be replaced here: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

If the humidity reads 1% (humidity sensor is closed circuit), 99% (humidity sensor is open circuit) or dashes all of the time, the sensor array needs replacing.

We have a one year warranty. Please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

If out of warranty, the sensor array can be replaced here:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

Check to see if the WiFi icon is on (above the Indoor Temperature and Humidity field (#7 below):

If the WiFi icon is on:

1. Power down and up the console by removing AC power. If the problem persists,
2. Reboot your router.

If the WiFi icon is off:

1. Power down and up the console by removing AC power. If the problem persists,
2. Reboot your router. If the WiFi icon is still off, reconnect your console to your wireless router:

How Do I Connect My Console To WiFi?

There may be a firewall issue. To check, press the Set icon  on the display console.

Tap the down arrow button  to highlight Setup and Time Setup.

Press  to display the Time Settings Page.

Press the arrow button  to highlight the Time Server Update box.

Press  to update.

If you receive an error, this means that both inboard and outboard Port 80 commands are being blocked.

If you do not receive an error (Next Synchronization with time shown), this means only outboard Port 80 commands are being blocked.

If you own a dual band router, make sure the 2.4 GHz band is connected to to the Internet and no commands are getting blocked.

1. Make sure your console back light settings are correct.
2. From your display console, press the SET button and then the DOWN arrow button 10 times to highlight Backlight Setup.

   Press the PLUS button  to enter the backlight setup screen.

   

3. Make sure the automatic control backlight is appropriately checked and the times are correct. For example, Turn on the backlight is normally in the morning and turn off backlight is normally in the evening.

To view the Maximum and Minimum values recorded by the weather station, select the Clipboard icon  from the main screen:

To clear the maximum and minimum daily, go to the Factory Page by selecting the Tool icon  three times. Press the down arrow  until Automatic Clear Max/Min is highlighted, and press the  key to turn this feature ON or OFF. When turned ON, the highs and lows or minimum and maximums will reset at Midnight every day.

If the temperature drifts when it rains, it appears there is an issue with the sensor and needs to be replaced.

We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit:

www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

For out of warranty replacement, please visit:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

Clear History. Clears all of the historical data in archive memory. To clear the history, press the Tool icon four times to display the Factory Page.    

Press    to select Clear History. Press  or  key to popup the Message Box ”Are you sure you want to reset to clear the history?” Press   to select Yes. Press the   key to confirm the selection.

This is likely due to the Season Rain being set to a month other than January.

Please refer to your User’s Manual to find the Rainfall Season Setting (default in January).

If the wind cups have resistance and come to an abrupt stop after rotation, the sensor array must be replaced.

We have a one year warranty. For warranty replacement, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

For out of warranty replacement, please visit: https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

The wind speed resolution for the Observer Series weather stations is about 2.5 mph, so the gust will appear in increments of about 2.5 mph.

The wind gust is defined as the peak wind speed calculated by the sensor array in the 14 second update period, sampled once per second, or 14 samples.

The wind speed is defined as the average wind speed calculated by the sensor array in the 14 second update period, sampled once per second, or 14 samples.

Thus, the gust will have a resolution of about 2.5 mph and the speed will have a resolution of 0.1, since it is an average.

Check to see if the WiFi icon is on (above the Indoor Temperature and Humidity field (#7 below):

If the WiFi icon is on:

1. Power down and up the console by removing AC power. If the problem persists,
2. Reboot your router.

If the WiFi icon is off:

1. Power down and up the console by removing AC power. If the problem persists,
2. Reboot your router. If the WiFi icon is still off, reconnect your console to your wireless router:

How Do I Connect My Console To WiFi?

1. If the temperature or humidity is spiking, it may be a sign of low or weak batteries.  Replace with high quality Lithium batteries:

Why Are Lithium Ultimate Batteries Recommended And Not Alkaline Or Rechargeable Batteries?

2. Make sure the sensor is not in direct sunlight. Does it happen the same time every day?

3. If the problem persists, the sensor needs replacing.

We have a one year warranty. For details, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

If out of warranty, a replacement sensor is available here:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

To view the Weather Server Settings Panel by tapping the Settings Icon and down  to Weather Server Setup.

Press  to view this panel:

The sticker is there to cover a borescope or inspection hole, so the sensor array body can be inspected.  We recommend you do not remove the sticker. It is not a drain hole.

The rain drain vents are shown below:

1. Power down the old sensor array. Remove the batteries, cover the solar collector (#3), and press and hold the reset button (#6) for about a minute to drain the battery.  Place the sensor array in an enclosed box if you are going to store it, to make sure the solar panel does not charge the array.

2. Power up the new array by removing the solar collector cover and inserting batteries.

3. Power down and up the console or receiver to synchronize with the new sensor array.

1. Press the history key to review and clear the historical data.
2. Press the enter key to clear memory. The memory fill icon will be flashing.
3. Press and hold enter key for 3 seconds to clear memory.

Note:

The console stores up to 4080 complete sets of weather data with associated time and date stamp. The base station will lose all of the weather data if there a power interruption. In the event the memory is full, the old data is overwritten by the new data.

If the wind speed reads low, has a lot of bearing resistance, and comes to an abrupt stop, you can try spraying compressed air into the gap next to the wind cups, but it is likely the sensor array will need replacing.

We have a one year warranty. Please visit:  www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

For out of warranty replacement, visit:  https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

If the UV sensor spikes to 15, the sensor array must be replaced.

If under one year warranty, visit:

www.ambientweather.com/rma.html

If out of warranty, replace the sensor array here:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

The screw size for the Observer Weather Station is:

PM (machine type) 3.0 x 15 mm  stainless steel

Yes, you can purchase as many consoles as you like.

Two purchase a second console, visit:  https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1001wificonsole.html

If your second console does not require connection to the Internet, and is for display purposes only, you can save by ordering the WS-1200 console:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1200console.html

The only difference between the WS-1200 Console and the WS-1002-WiFi console is the WS-1002-WiFi console includes a WiFi chip, and the WS-1200 does not.

The indoor thermometer-barometer-hygrometer units of measure cannot be changed.

The sensor was designed for use within the USA. However, the console and both websites, AmbientWeather.net and Wunderground.com support both metric and imperial units of measure.

It is not possible to reload your data from the SD Card to the console or another console. The concept is you download data to your computer where all of the data is backed up and stored.

If the indoor humidity is stuck at a fixed value:

1. Replace the batteries.
2. If the problem persists, we have a one year warranty. For details, visit:  www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html
3.  For out of warranty replacement, visit:  https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1000bth.html

The North South East West Markers are located at the base of the shaft of the wind vane.

They are raised in the plastic and are not colored,  so they may be hard to see, but if you still cannot locate them, the solar panel points South.

The WS-1000-WiFi Series weather station will set the date and time automatically when connected to WiFi. The only requirement is to set the Time Zone.

To manually set the date and time, press the Settings icon  to go to the Setup page.

Press the down arrow button  to highlight Date and Time Setup, and press the plus  button. The Setup Date and Time Panel will be displayed.

Press the down  button and the Time: field will be highlighted in yellow and the hour will be highlighted in red.

Press the plus or minus  buttons to increase or decrease the hour.

Press the right arrow button to highlight the minute field.  Press the plus  or minus  buttons to increase or decrease the minute.

Press the right arrow button to highlight the second field.  Press the plus  or minus  buttons to increase or decrease the second.

Press the down  button and the Date: field will be highlighted in yellow and the month will be highlighted in red.

Press the plus or minus  buttons to increase or decrease the month.

Press the right arrow button to highlight the day field.  Press the plus  or minus  buttons to increase or decrease the day.

Press the right arrow button to highlight the year field.  Press the plus  or minus  buttons to increase or decrease the year.

Press the right arrow button to highlight the time zone field.  Press the plus  or minus  buttons to increase or decrease the time zone.

Press the down button and and the Update field will be highlighted.  Press the Press the plus  button to automatically synchronize the date and time based on the Internet NIST Time Server.

Press the return  button to exit the Set Date and Time field.

If the wind speed reads 0 and the cups are spinning, the sensor array will need replacing.

We have a one year warranty. For details, please visit:

www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

For out of warranty replacement, please visit:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

If the console locks up, this is usually an indication of an issue with the AC adapter outputting a lower than nominal voltage.

We recommend replacing the AC adapter.

We have a one year warranty. For details, please visit:

www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

To replace out of warranty, please visit:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1000acadapter.html

If the barometer reads dashes or –.– on the LCD, the sensor needs replacing.

We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

For out of warranty replacement, please visit:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1000bth.html

The flag icon  is static and does not change. It is a universal symbol for Wind Direction.

Heat Index is not valid or calculated below 80 degF, according to the National Weather Service.

Thus, if the temperature is less than 80 degF, the field is blank on the display console.

If the display console locks up or freezes, and the date and time stops updating, it is possible there is an AC adapter issue.

We have a one year warranty. To replace the AC adapter, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

For out of warranty replacement, visit:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1000acadapter.html

To change the graph parameters in the upper left hand corner of the display (#1), press the graph button (#12) to toggle barometer, indoor and outdoor temperature, and indoor and outdoor humidity:

If the sensor array is reading zero (0.00) all of the time, the solar radiation sensor needs replacing.

We have a one year warranty. To replace under warranty, please visit: www.AmbientWeather.com/rma.html

If out of warranty, a new sensor array can be purchased here:

https://www.ambientweather.com/amws1002array.html

The peak RF transmission power is 10 dbm or 10 mW.

The console stores up to 4080 complete sets of weather data with associated time and date stamp. The base station will lose all of the weather data if there a power interruption. In the event the memory is full, the old data is overwritten by the new data.

Show button presses to get to interval setting

Example 1: 4,080 complete sets of weather data = 68 hours of memory at 1 minute interval

Example 2: 4,080 complete sets of weather data = 204 hours of memory at 5 minute interval

Example 3: 4,080 complete sets of weather data = 1,020 hours of memory at 15 minute interval

Ambient Weather stations are not designed to connect and send data over an open-air Internet connection such as cellular or satellite-based Internet. Even though the station may connect we cannot guarantee that it will send data consistently. This is due to a concept called Time to Live or TTL which states that our website is expecting data to arrive at a specific interval. The way data packets are handled by these type of connections does not allow the data to arrive when our website is expecting it. Therefore, the data is rejected as being invalid for not arriving at the correct time and you may see no data transmitting or inconsistent data transmission.

Ambient Weather stations are not designed to connect and send data over an open-air Internet connection such as cellular or satellite-based Internet. Even though the station may connect we cannot guarantee that it will send data consistently. This is due to a concept called Time to Live or TTL which states that our website is expecting data to arrive at a specific interval. The way data packets are handled by these type of connections does not allow the data to arrive when our website is expecting it. Therefore, the data is rejected as being invalid for not arriving at the correct time and you may see no data transmitting or inconsistent data transmission.