What are the Key Features of Ambient Weather WS-1400-IP?

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     In our previous article we discussed - Is Ambient Weather WS-1400-IP worth buying? While discussing it's Pros and Cons, we found out that the Ambient Weather WS-1400-IP is probably the best option for you to choose if you are looking for a user-friendly and high-quality weather station for your home.

Build Quality

    When it comes to design and material, it bears an uncanny resemblance to its predecessors. One can be forgiven for thinking that they are the same device. But we aren’t complaining as it’s well-built and looks stylish. But it can struggle a little bit in severe weather conditions as it hasn’t been made with the industry-grade material. There is a bubble at the top of the device to make sure that it’s levelly installed. But unfortunately, it also makes it impossible to install a bird deterrent.

Sensors

    The sensor suite of the WS-1400-IP gives it an edge over its competitors. Along with the regular ones, it comes with additional sensors: UV and solar sensor. Let’s break down each sensor:

Outside Temperature

    The unit includes a radiation shield for the temperature sensor to protect it from sunlight. The radiation shield is of EXCELLENT quality and well-sized. The range of the sensor is ±2°F. That means if the actual reading is 20°F, then the reading can report between 18°F and 22°F. Rainfall
The size and design of the rain gauge are suitable for catching rainfall properly. The data resolution rate for this sensor is 0.01”.

Wind Speed and Direction

    Due to being all-in-one sensor array, it’s not possible to mount the anemometer at the recommended height. Hence, you should expect it to under-report the speed of wind by approximately 30%. The spinning cups that are used in the anemometer are of fine quality. It has an accuracy rating of 10%. Considering the price of the device, it’s good enough. The wind vein is nothing remarkable and does an average job. The update is sent to the observer IP every 16 seconds.

Humidity

    Humidity report depends on three things:

    Data resolution rate: ±1%, which is EXCEPTIONALLY good.
    Accuracy rate: ±5%, acceptable.
    Relative humidity range: 10-99%, which is fine but could have been better.

UV And Solar Radiation

    They have an accuracy rating of ±15%.

Installation

    You will find the installation process incredibly EASY, even if you’re a novice. To provide you with a wide range of mounting options, the unit comes with two U shaped bolt and two steel mounts. You can even a get a tripod for a few extra bucks. The bubble level can come in handy while installing the sensors. It allows the sensor array to be leveled easily. Installing the station on a roof would be easier than to mount it on a pole. While installing on a pole it becomes quite difficult to see whether the array is stable as you are balancing on a ladder. If you go for the pole, please try not to break a leg or two.

Accuracy

One simply does not expect average accuracy from a weather station. Especially, when it costs a considerable amount of money. However, you shouldn’t expect perfect accuracy either. That would require you to mount each sensor separately according to specific instructions……and a lot of GREEN. Nonetheless, Ambient has employed the best possible technologies to obtain accurate readings. So, you can expect it to provide you with accurate data as long as you keep it within the recommended range. Keep in mind that its accuracy can suffer a bit if there’s severe weather.  However, I wouldn’t call it a major drawback as other competitors don’t fare much better.

Connectivity

No indoor console display is INCLUDED in the package; rather it transmits weather data directly to the observer IP. The observer IP then directs the data to the router. From there the information finds its way to the customers desktop or mobile. In addition, weather data can be received from people who live in other areas. As you can monitor the info from your web browser or app, you won’t be required sit in front of your PC all day long to get the weather reports. The WS-1400-IP allows you to connect with the Wunderground, meaning that you can share your valuable weather data with others. Both Google Assistant and Alexa are compatible with the device.

If you are feeling lazy to check the readings, just say,”Alexa I want weather report from the ambient weather”, and the weather report will be presented to you.

Easy Peasy.

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