BRAPILOT BP-WS100 Home Weather Station User Manual

USER MANUAL
Model
BP-WS100

Weather Station

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Package Contents

1. Display with Tabletop Stand
2. Outdoor Sensor
3. Instruction Manual
4. Power Adapter

Warranty

BRAPILOT warrants that for a period of 2 years from time of purchase, it will refund without charge if it fails to function properly due to a defect in workmanship or materials in this indoor outdoor weather station as long as you contact us timely.

Feathers & Benefits

OUTDOOR SENSOR

1. Integrated Hanger
   For easy placement.

2. Wireless Signal Indicator
   Flashes when data is being sent to the display.

3. Battery Compartment

4. 1-2-3 Switch
   ID code that must match display’s
   1-2-3 channel to ensure units synchronize.

BACK OF DISPLAY

1. Integrated Hang Hole
   For easy wall mounting.

2. Plug-in for Power Adapter

3. Backup Battery Compartment

4. Detachable Tabletop Stand

5. Power Adapter

6. Operating buttons

FRONT OF DISPLAY

1. Current Barometric Pressure (inHg/hPa)
   (Arrow icon indicates the direction pressure is trending.)

2. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast
   Self-calibrating forecasting pulls data from the outdoor sensor to generate your personal forecast.

3. Current Outdoor Temperature / Outdoor High/Low Temperature Records (°C/°F) .
   (Arrow icon indicates the direction temperature is trending)

4. Current Indoor Temperature
   Indoor High/Low Temperature Records.

5. Current Indoor Humidity
   Indoor High/Low Humidity Records.

6. Atomic Clock (12/24 hours)
   (Maintains time with split-second accuracy and automatically updates for daylight saving time.)

7. Date (Day/Month/Year)

8. Remote Sensor Low Battery Indicator

9. Radio-controlled clock(RCC) signal

10. DST (Daylight Saving Time) signal

11. Moon Phase

12. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength

13. Display Backlight Setting

Sensor Setup

1. Set the 1-2-3 Switch
   The 1-2-3 switch is located inside the battery compartment. It can be set to 1, 2 or 3. However, you must select the same number choices for both the sensor and the display in order for the units to synchronize.

2. Install or Replace Batteries
   We recommends high quality alkaline or lithium batteries for the best product performance.
   Heavy-duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended.

The sensor requires lithium batteries in low-temperature conditions. Cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to function improperly. Use lithium batteries in the sensor for temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC .

1. Slide off the battery compartment cover. Take note of the A-B-C switch setting inside the battery compartment.
2. Insert 2 x AA batteries into the battery compartment, as shown. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment.

Display Setup

1 Insert 3 x AAA alkaline batteries into the battery compartment, as shown.
Follow the polarity (+/–) diagram in the battery compartment.
2 Plug in Power Adapter
For the best performance, plug in the power adapter as the main power source for this product.
3 Set the 1-2-3 Switch
Press “ ” button of display unit to select 1, 2 or 3. You must select the same number choices for both the display and the sensor in order for the units to synchronize.
If you set “ ”, the display unit will show by turn the outdoor temperature of all ourdoot sensors (If have).
Press and hold “ ” button, you will turn OFF/OFF the RF signal reception.
IMPORTANT: Batteries are a backup power source to preserve records in the event of a power outage. Power adapter is recommended as the primary source to enjoy the full functionality of this product.

Atomic Clock

BRAPILOT atomic clocks use a radio-controlled clock (RCC) signal to synchronize to the correct time broadcast by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Radio Station WWVB, located near Fort Collins,Colorado. WWVB broadcasts the current time and date with split-second accuracy.

Pls note:

1. RCC will synchronize to the correct time automatically at 3:00 every night, if fails to synchronize at 3:00, the RCC will do next hour, maximum 3 times every day to synchronize. RCC will NOT synchronize all the time, so it is important to manually set the time and date after powering.
2. RCC signal will be displayed on the screen when synchronize successfully.
3. RCC signal will NOT be displayed on the screen if fails to synchronize.

Set the Time, Date & Units
Press the “SET” button, located on the back of the display, to enter SET MODE.
Once in set mode, the preference you are currently setting will blink on the display.

To adjust the currently selected (flashing) item, press “ ” or “ ” buttons
(Press and HOLD to fast adjust).
To save your adjustments, press the “SET” button again to adjust the next preference. The preference set order is as follows:

1. Clock 12/24
2. DST ON/OFF
3. Clock Hour
4. Clock Minute
5. Calendar Month
6. Calendar Date
7. Calendar Year
8. Temperature Units (ºF or ºC)
9. Barometric Pressure Units: (hPa or inHg)
10. Timer & Zero
    (EST, CST, MST, PST, AKT, HAT, NST, AST)

• If you live in an area that observes Daylight Saving Time, DST should be set to ON,even if it is not currently Daylight Saving Time.
• You will automatically exit SETUP MODE if no buttons are pressed for 5 seconds. Enter setup mode at any time by pressing the “SET” button.

Display Backlight Settings
This weather station’s color display features three different lighting settings: High (100%) brightness, Medium (60%) brightness and Low (30%) brightness.
When display is powered with the power adapter, backlight remains on at 100% brightness. Press the button once to dim to 60% brightness; press again to dim to 30%, press a third time to enter AUTO-DIM mode. “ ” will appear next to the clock.

AUTO DIM MODE
Automatically adjusts display brightness based on time of day.

brightness
9:01 p.m. – 5:59 a.m.= 30% brightness| 7:01 p.m. – 7:29 a.m.= 30% brightness

Placement for Maximum Accuracy

BRAPILOT sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of both the display and the outdoor sensor are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product.

Display Placement
Place the display in a dry area free of dirt and dust. Display stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.

Outdoor Sensor Placement
Sensor must be placed outside to observe outdoor conditions.
Sensor is water-resistant and is designed for general outdoor use, however, to extend its life place the sensor in an area protected from direct weather elements.

Hang the sensor using the integrated hang holes or hanger, or by using string (not included) to hang it from a suitable location, like a well covered tree branch. The best location is 4 to 8 feet (1 to 2 meters) above the ground with permanent shade and plenty of fresh air to circulate around the sensor.

Important Placement Guidelines

• To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place units out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents.
• Display and outdoor sensor must be within 328 feet (100 m) of each other.
• To maximize wireless range, place units away from large metallic items, thick walls, metal surfaces, or other objects that may limit wireless communication.
• To prevent wireless interference, place both units at least 3 ft (90cm) away from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.).

Setup is Complete
The sensor will now synchronize with the display. It may take a few minutes for synchronization to complete. Please refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual if anything appears to be functioning improperly.

Using the Weather Station

Learning Mode
Self-calibrating forecasting uses a unique algorithm to analyze changes in pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude. After 14 days, the learning mode icon disappears from the display screen. At this point, the self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and the unit is ready for superior weather prediction.

BRAPILOT’s self-calibrating forecasting provides your personal forecast of weather conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours by collecting data from the sensor in your backyard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint accuracy – personalized for your exact location.

Barometric Pressure
Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly affect the weather. This weather station displays the current pressure with an arrow icon to indicate the direction the pressure is trending (FALLING, STEADY, or RISING).

High & Low Records
Today’s high and low records are displayed for indoor temperature and humidity.
Today’s records automatically clear at 12:00am midnight every day.
View today’s indoor high or low records by pressing the “ ” button.

RCC ON/OFF Switch
RCC = Radio Control Clock (Atomic Clock)
You can press and hold “ ” button for 3 seconds to START/STOP the RCC searching.
The display will become dimmer if you press and hold the “ ” button for 3 seconds.

Troubleshooting

No outdoor sensor reception
no bars| If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:
•Relocate the display and/or the outdoor sensor. The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other.
•Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet (90cm) away from electronics that may interfere with the wireless communication (such as TVs, microwaves, computers, etc.).
•Use standard alkaline batteries (or lithium batteries in sensor when temperature is below -4°F/-20°C, Do not use heavy-duty or rechargeable batteries. NOTE: It may take a few minutes for display and sensor to synchronize after batteries are replaced.
Ourdoor temperature is flashing or showing dashes| Flashing of the outdoor temperature is generally an indication of wireless interference.
1.Bring both the sensor and display indoors and remove batteries from each.
2.Make sure the 1-2-3 switches on both units match.
3.Reinstall batteries in the outdoor sensor.
4.Reinstall batteries in the display.
5.Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for a few minutes to gain a strong connection.
Inaccurate forecast| •Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.
•Has the learning mode icon disappeared from the display? Learning Mode must complete before forecast and pressure will be accurate.
•Allow unit to run continuously for 33 days. Battery removal or resetting the display will restart Learning Mode. After 14 days, forecast should be fairly accurate, however, Learning Mode calibrates for a total of 33 days.
Inaccurate temperature or humidity| •Make sure both the display and sensor are placed out of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents (see page 8).
•Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources (see page 8).
Display screen not working| •Check that the power adapter is plugged into the display and an electrical outlet.
Atomic signal or time syncing problems| For additional troubleshooting, please visit: http://www.nist.gov/pml/div688/grp40/radioclocks.cfm
If your BRAPILOT product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps, contact us via: lucas@brapilot.com.

Care and Maintenance

Display Care
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a gentle puff of air.
Outdoor Sensor Care
Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives.

Product Specifications

Indoor: 32 °F to 122 °F; 0°C to 50 °C
HUMIDITY RANGE| Outdoor: 1% to 99% RH
Indoor: 1% to 99% RH
WIRELESS RANGE| 328 ft/100 m depending on home construction materials
OPERATING FREQUENCY| 433 MHz
POWER| Display: 5V, AC 110-240V 300mA power adapter (Included) 3 x AAA alkaline batteries (Not Included)
Sensor: 2 x AA alkaline/lithium batteries (Not Included)
DATA REPORTING| Outdoor: 30 second updates
Indoor: 30 second updates

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Documents / Resources

| BRAPILOT BP-WS100 Home Weather Station [pdf] User Manual
BP-WS100 Home Weather Station, BP-WS100, Home Weather Station, Weather Station
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References

• Help with WWVB Radio Controlled Clocks | NIST

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