Wireless Weather Station O WN E R ’ S MA N UA L WS2 63 5
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................3 Diagram reference......................................................................................5 Transmitter setup........................................................................................8 Interference ................................................................................................10 Set channel................................................
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this UPM Wireless Weather Station WS2635. Please take the time to read and understand this manual, to enjoy the features and convenience of this product. What is a Weather Station? A weather station is a device that measures the current weather conditions and transmits these readings from outdoor sensors to an indoor receiver. Then, based on these outdoor sensor readings, predicts the upcoming weather forecast for the next 8-12 hours.
INTRODUCTION - Air Pressure (WS2635 / Barometer): A barometric pressure sensor is located within the receiver unit itself. The barometer monitors the atmospheric pressure, which is the amount of downward force exerted by the weight of the air, and is measured in inches of mercury (Hg). Air pressure fluctuations are an important factor in predicting changes in the weather.
DIAGRAM REFERENCE Receiver layout - (refer to the diagram sheet) See diagram A 1. MODE : to scroll through clock, alarm, altitude and temperature alarm (high & low) setting modes. 2. HOUR/+ : to view the rainfall history; adjust clock, alarm, date, altitude, year and temperature alarm values. 3. MINUTE/– : to view the rainfall & wind speed, adjust the clock, alarm, date, altitude, year and temperature alarm values. 4.
DIAGRAM REFERENCE Receiver LCD display - (refer to the diagram sheet) See diagram B 1. Rain fall records in mm/inches 2. Wind speed in km/h or mph 3. Wind direction 4. Animated weather forecast symbols 5. Clock (HH:MM) 6. Alarm on icon 7. Radio controlled clock icon and time zone selection map 8. Moon phase display 9. Weekday 10. Pressure historical graph 11. Month/Day 12. Pressure reading 13. Pressure trend 14. Outdoor temperature and humidity reading 15. Outdoor temperature trend 16.
DIAGRAM REFERENCE Temperature / Humidity remote sensor (WT440H) See diagram C 1. SET: to enter house code and channel setting mode. 2. C/F: change between Cº or Fº temperature display, to adjust the channel and house code 3. Remote channel number (1-3) 4. Alternating outdoor temperature/humidity display Wind Gauge (Anemometer & Wind vane ) See diagram D 1. Wind vane 2. Wind gauge’s body and sensor 3. Battery compartment 4. Wind cups 5. Mounting pole 6.
TRANSMITTER SETUP Before following the steps below, make sure you have the following items: - Compass (not included) - 9 x AA batteries (included) - 10 screws (included) Setting the wind gauge The wind gauge is a sensor that transmits the wind speed and the direction to the receiver. 1. To install, (see diagram F) 2. There are 3 methods to mount the wind gauge (See diagram H). If you are installing the shaft in a horizontal position, remove the cap first.
TRANSMITTER SETUP - When the wind gauge's batteries are low, the following symbol will display on the receiver, under the wind speed display: Setting the rain gauge sensor The rain gauge is an individual sensor that transmits rainfall to the receiver and measures the total rainfall and precipitation history. 1. To insert batteries into the rain gauge(see diagram G) 2. To view possible locations to install the rain gauge. (See diagram H) 3.
INTERFERENCE Interference occurs when radio waves or electronic signals are blocked or interrupted by consumer electronic products. In the case of a weather station, the signal from the transmitter to the receiver may be interrupted by a wireless telephone, or other electronic equipment. Additionally, if your next door neighbor is operating a similar weather station, your receiver might pick up a signal from their temperature sensor by mistake.
SET CHANNEL Set Channel for one or multiple sensors The WS2635 comes with only one temperature/humidity transmitter (WT440H) but it is compatible with up to three. If only one sensor is used the transmitter will default to channel one. However, if you have purchased additional remote temperature sensors, you must set each of them to a different channel (1, 2 or 3) but be sure to select the same house code (1-15) on all temperature sensors. After setting the house code, the channel will flash for 8 seconds.
RECEIVER SETUP Setting the receiver Lift the battery door located at the back of the receiver and insert 3 AA batteries according to the indicated polarity, then close the battery compartment. The WS2635 is designed to automatically synchronize it’s calendar and clock once it is brought within the reception range of a WWVB radio signal. The receiver will display the outdoor temperature and humidity data transmitted from the sensor.
SYNCHRONISATION Automatic Learning Function 1. After batteries have been inserted into the temperature/humidity sensor, wind gauge, rain gauge and receiver, the learning function will automatically begin and runs for approximately 3 minutes. 2. Within these 3 minutes, the receiver will begin to read the temperature & humidity signals and displays the readings.
INSTALLATION Receiver installation (WS2635) The receiver has an adjustable stand and a wall mount hole. To attach receiver to the stand, simply click stand ball into the hole at the bottom of the receiver. The receiver can then be placed onto any flat stable surface. To ensure reliable signal transmission, the receiver should not be installed near a dense wall, electronic devices or a large metal surface. To mount the receiver on a wall, use a nail or hook to hang the unit.
CLOCK AND DATE SETTING RADIO CONTROLLED CLOCK (RCC) The WS2635 is designed to automatically synchronize it’s calendar and clock, if it is brought within the reception range of a radio signal. In most regions of North America, this weather station will be able to receive a time signal from Fort Collins, Colorado. The clock will automatically start scanning for the radio signal approximately 7 minutes after new batteries are inserted in the receiver.
CLOCK AND DATE SETTING Clock setting (See Diagram A) 1. Press and hold MODE [1] for 3 seconds to enter clock setting mode (the time will flash). 2. Press HOUR/+ [2] to set the hour and MINUTE/- [3] to set the minutes. 3 .Press [5] during the clock settings to alternate between the 12 and 24 hour display. 4. Once the clock is set, press MODE [1] to accept the time settings. (Then the month and the date will flash.) 5. Press HOUR/+ [2] to set the month. 6. Press MINUTE/- [3] to set the date. 7.
ALARM CLOCK SETTING Alarm setting (See diagram A) Scroll to alarm mode using MODE [1]. (Alarm bell symbol will appear ) 1. Press HOUR/+ [2] to set the hour. 2. Press MINUTE/- [3] to set the minutes. 3. Press key [5] to toggle alarm on ( is displayed) and off. 4. Press CHN [4] to scroll between the activation day(s) (The alarm may be activated one weekday or for a series of weekdays.) 5. When the alarm is set ON, the bell symbol will appear on the main screen. When Alarm Sounds a. The bell symbol will flash.
ALTITUDE SETTING Setting the altitude (height from sea level) (See diagram A) Once the synchronization process is complete and the time and date are set, you must enter the height (in meters or feet) of the weather station from sea level. 1. Press MODE [1] repeatedly until the "Altitude" flashes. 2. Use the HOUR/+ [2] and MINUTE/- [3] keys to increase or decrease the altitude setting. 3. Use the [5] to select the altitude units (M=meters & Ft=feet) 4. Press MODE [1] to confirm.
MOON PHASES The moon phase on your WS2635 is automatically updated according to the year/month/day. Moon Phase Display 1. New Moon 2. Young Crescent 3. First Quarter 4. Waxing Gibbous 5. Full Moon 6. Waning Gibbous 7. Last Quarter 8.
TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY DISPLAY Checking Outside Temperature & Humidity (See diagram A) 1. Press CHN [4] to toggle between the data of your temperature sensors: Outside 1 (channel 1), Outside 2 (channel 2) and Outside 3 (channel 3). Temperature and humidity readings will alternate on the receiver. Note: If you do not have additional temperature sensors, disregard this function.
TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY TREND The trend arrow displays the temperature & humidity trend, determined by the sensor in the past half hour interval. Arrow Indicator Trend Steady Rising Falling TEMPERATURE ALARM You can set high or low temperature alarms for one local (indoor) channel and for one remote (outdoor) channel. Inside temperature alarm (See diagram A) 1. Scroll to the inside temperature alarm mode by pressing MODE [1] 3 times 2. The default value 14°C or the existing alarm preset will flash 3.
TEMPERATURE ALARM Outside temperature alarm (See diagram A) 1. Scroll to the outside temperature alarm mode by pressing MODE [1] 4 times repeatedly. 2. Press CHN [4] to select the channel (1-3) of a specific transmitter. 3. The default value 14°C or the existing alarm preset will flash. 4. Press HOUR/+ [2] or MINUTE/- [3] button to set the temperature limit value. 5. Press [5] key to scroll and select the high temperature alarm, low temperature alarm or disable the alarm function (blank).
WIND SPEED DISPLAY Beaufort Force Wind Speed Wind Speed Terms used (MPH) in forecasts (KmPH) Indicators 0 0-2 0-1 Calm Calm; smoke rises vertically. The sea is mirror like. 1 2-5 1-3 Light Smoke drift indicates wind direction. 2 6-12 4-7 Light Wind felt on face, leaves rustle 3 13-20 8-12 Gentle Leaves and small twigs in constant motion 4 21-29 13-18 Moderate Raises dust, leaves and loose paper; small branches move. At sea, small waves 1-4ft (up to (1.2m) take form.
WIND SPEED DISPLAY Beaufort Force Wind Speed Wind Speed Terms used (MPH) in forecasts (KmPH) Indicators 7 51-61 32-38 Strong Whole trees in motion; Inconvenience felt while walking against the wind. At sea, 13-20ft 4-6m waves. 8 62-74 39-46 Gale Breaks twigs off trees; generally impedes progress. 9 75-87 47-54 Gale Slight structural damage, roofing dislodged, large branches break off. High waves (20ft/6m), reduced visibility at sea. Protect wind gauge.
WIND SPEED & DIRECTION (See diagram B) Wind direction [3]: The long arrow in the LCD compass (with the arrow tip) indicates the current wind direction. The short arrow indicates the previous wind direction. Changing the wind speed to imperial or metric units: The wind speed may be displayed in km/h or mph. Press MINUTE/- [3] to toggle between imperial or metric units.
RAIN GAUGE DISPLAY The rain gauge is a device which collects and measures precipitation (rainfall or melting snow). The precipitation can be displayed in metric or imperial units (mm or inches). The rain gauge transmits the precipitation total, for the last hour, for the present day, and for the previous day. (See diagram A) Change the display unit: The rain level may be displayed in inches or mm. Press MINUTE/- [3] to toggle between imperial or metric units.
ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE DISPLAY Your weather station displays the existing atmospheric pressure in inches of mercury (inHg). It is commonly acknowledged that a value of 30 in Hg is the limit between an anticyclone (good weather > 30 in Hg) and a low-pressure area (bad weather < 30 in Hg). Pressure Trend The trend pointer displayed indicates the trend of the barometric pressure. Indicates that the barometric pressure trend is increasing. Indicates that the barometric pressure trend is steady.
PRESSURE HISTORICAL BAR GRAPH The bar graph lets you see the pressure trend over a period of 12 hours.
WEATHER FORECASTING Sunny Cloudy Raining Snowing Freeze Warning Fl ash ing snow Storm Alert flash ing thu nde rst or m and rai n toge ther Animated weather forecast symbols This weather station is capable of detecting barometric pressure changes, and based on the data collected, can predict the weather for the next 8 to 12 hours. The forecast range covers an area of 30 - 50km or 18 - 30m. Storm Alert * The storm symbol will flash to indicate a thunderstorm warning.
WEATHER FORECASTING REMARKS: * The temperature/humidity transmitter should be placed outdoors on channel 1, since this is the default weather forecasting channel. The data from channel 1 is responsible for determining which weather forecast icons display on the receiver's LCD screen (as well as the temperature and humidity trends). * After installation is completed, allow 12-24 hours for the weather station to operate at a steady state, as this will ensure a more accurate forecast.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Solution The temperature readings of the transmitter and receiver do not match. Wait for about 1-2 minutes to ensure the units are not in a phase change. Otherwise, re-synchronize receiver by holding the CHN "Channel" button for 3 seconds until a beep is heard. Transmitter temperature readings seem to high. Ensure the remote sensor is out of direct sunlight, and away from other sources of heat. The receiver stops receiving remote data or the display is incorrect.
FCC / Industry Canada COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
SPECIFICATIONS Weather Station Receiver WS2635 Battery Type: Temp Range: Measurement Accuracy Resolution: Humidity Range: Measurement Accuracy: Resolution: 3 x1.5V AA batteries -20°C to +55°C +/- 1ºC (Within measuring range of 0 to 40ºC) 0.1ºC 15% to 95% +/-5% 1% Temperature Transmitter WT440H Battery Type: Temp Range: Humidity Range: Transmission Range: 2 x1.5V AA batteries -30°C to +70°C 15% to 95% Up to 30 meters in open area. Rain gauge transmitter Battery Type: Rain Volume Resolution: 2 x1.
MAINTENANCE To clean the exterior of the unit, use only a soft cloth moistened with water; do not use soap or detergent. Do not dis-assemble the receiver or allow moisture to drip inside the unit. Remove the batteries if the unit us not going to be used for an extended period. WARRANTY This product carries a one (1) year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials. If the product is defective, return it, with a dated proof of purchase, to the retailer from which you purchased it.
