Product Overview
The X-SENSE WS-C Weather Station provides real-time weather data, including outdoor and indoor temperature, humidity, time, date, weather forecasts, and alerts. It features a main weather station unit and a wireless outdoor sensor.
Main Unit: Features a large LCD display showing animated forecasts (☀️ Sunny, ?️ Partly Sunny, ☁️ Cloudy, ?️ Rainy, ⛈️ Stormy), pressure, moon phase, time, calendar, and temperature/humidity alerts. Control buttons include SET, ALARM, ALERT, LIGHT/SNOOZE, DEW/HEAT, MEM, and +/CH. The rear has a mounting socket, 5.0V AC power jack, speaker, and a battery compartment for 3 AAA batteries.
Outdoor Sensor: Transmits data wirelessly. It has a TX Button, battery cover, and a battery compartment for 2 AAA batteries. Lithium AAA batteries are recommended for temperatures below -20 °C (-4 °F).
Setup and Settings
Device Powering
Power the main unit using the included 5V AC adapter or 3 AAA batteries. Power the outdoor sensor with 2 AAA batteries (Lithium recommended for cold temperatures). Ensure correct battery polarity for both units. The outdoor sensor's red LED flashes during transmission.
Pairing with Outdoor Sensors
The station is pre-paired. To pair additional sensors or re-pair:
- Select channel (#1-#3) with +/CH button.
- Hold +/CH for 3 seconds (values flash). Hold again for 3 seconds to cancel pairing.
- Press the TX button on the outdoor sensor.
- A beep confirms successful pairing; a ? signal icon will display.
Time, Language, and Format Setting
Hold SET for 3 seconds to enter settings. Use MEM and +/CH to adjust values. Press SET to confirm and proceed.
Settings sequence: 12/24hr format, Time Zone (see table), Time (H/M/S/Y/M/D), Language (EN/DE/FR/IT/ES), Date Format (DD/WW or WW/DD), Radio Clock (ON/OFF), C/F, Pressure Unit (hPa/inHg).
Time Zone Table
| Time Zone Name (Abbreviation) | Europe | North America | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western European Time (WET) (e.g., UK) | Central European Time (CET) (e.g., FR, DE, IT) | Eastern European Time (EET) | Moscow Time (MST) | Hawaii Standard Time (HST) | Alaska Standard Time (AST) | Pacific Standard Time (PST) | Mountain Standard Time (MST) | Central Standard Time (CST) | Eastern Standard Time (EST) | |
| Time Zone Codes | UTC+0 | UTC+1 | UTC+2 | UTC+3 | UTC-10 | UTC-9 | UTC-8 | UTC-7 | UTC-6 | UTC-5 |
| Corresponding Setting Index Number | 00 | 01 | 02 | 03 | -10 | -09 | -08 | -07 | -06 | -05 |
A beep confirms setting completion.
Alarm Setting
To set the alarm: Hold ALARM for 3 seconds, adjust Hour/Minute with MEM/+CH, press ALARM to save. Press ALARM to toggle the alarm; ? icon appears when active.
Temperature Alert Setting
Press ALERT to view current settings. To configure alerts: Hold ALERT for 3 seconds, adjust values with MEM/+CH, press ALARM to enable/disable alerts (● icon appears when active). Press ALERT to cycle through settings: Indoor High, Indoor Low, Outdoor High, Outdoor Low. A beep confirms completion.
Important Placement Guidelines
- Place units away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and vents for accuracy.
- Maximum wireless range: 150 m (500 ft).
- Position away from large metallic objects, thick walls, and metal surfaces to maximize range.
- Keep away from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave) to prevent signal interference.
Using the Weather Station
Viewing Measurements of Outdoor Sensors
Press +/CH repeatedly to view data from paired sensors. No data displays if no sensor is paired or connected (?? may appear).
24 Hour Temperature and Humidity Memory
Hold HEAT/DEW, then press MEM/+CH to view the last 24 hours of temperature and humidity data.
Weather Forecast
The station predicts weather for the next 12-24 hours with 75% accuracy based on air pressure. It displays animated icons: ☀️ Sunny, ?️ Partly Sunny, ☁️ Cloudy, ?️ Rainy, ⛈️ Stormy. Allow 7 days for barometer calibration.
Heat Index/Dew Point
Press HEAT/DEW repeatedly to view current dew point and heat index.
View/Reset Min/Max Values
- Press MEM once for maximum temperature values.
- Press MEM twice for minimum temperature values.
- Hold MEM for 3 seconds to reset min/max values.
Radio Clock
- ? icon: RCC signal received.
- No signal: RCC signal not received.
Moon Phase
The station displays 8 moon phase states. A new moon is shown when no icon is visible (?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?).
Backlight Function
Press LIGHT/SNOOZE repeatedly to cycle through backlight settings: high, low, off.
Specifications
| Radio clock signal | WWVB/DCF77 |
| RF transmission frequency | 433.92 MHz |
| RF transmission range | Maximum 152 m (500 ft) in open environment |
| Max. outdoor sensors per station | 3 units |
| Max. weather stations per sensor | 9 units |
| Temperature sensing cycle | 60 seconds |
| Operating voltage | Weather Station: 4.5 V (3 x AAA 1.5 V batteries) Outdoor Sensor: 3 V (2 x AAA 1.5 V batteries) |
| Input voltage | 5 V DC |
| Dimensions | Weather Station: 194.9 × 130.8 × 35.7 mm Outdoor Sensor: 57.1 × 102.7 × 32.4 mm |
| Waterproof rating | Weather Station: None Outdoor Sensor: IPX5 |
| Measurement range | Weather Station: -10 °C to 60 °C (14°F to 122 °F), 1% to 99% RH Outdoor Sensor: -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F), 1% to 99% RH |
| Temperature accuracy | Weather Station: ±0.2 °C at -10 °C to 50 °C Outdoor Sensor: ±0.2 °C at -10 °C to 50 °C, ±0.4 °C at -40 °C to -10 °C |
| Humidity accuracy | Weather Station: ±2% at 20-80%, 25 °C; ±4% at 80-99%, 25 °C Outdoor Sensor: ±2% at 20-80%, 25 °C; ±4% at 80-99%, 25 °C |
| Resolution | 0.1 °C, 1% RH |
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Radio clock not synchronizing or incorrect time. | Incorrect time zone setting. | Refer to time zone setting section and set correctly. |
| Radio clock not turned on. | Turn on the radio clock. | |
| Weather station shows measurements after disconnecting outdoor sensor. | Weather station not paired with outdoor sensor. | Ensure successful pairing with the outdoor sensor. |
| Environmental interference. | Keep station and sensor away from interference sources (TV, computer, radio). | |
| Indoor/outdoor temp/humidity differ when units are together. | Measurements held for 30 min after disconnection. | - |
| Influenced by environment. | - | |
| Temperature and humidity unstable. | Wait for stabilization, then compare again. | |
| Outdoor temp/humidity not displayed. | Unsuccessful pairing. | Place outdoor sensor near station and re-pair. |
| Outdoor sensor batteries depleted. | Replace batteries. | |
| Outdoor temp/humidity inaccurate. | Outdoor sensor influenced by environment. | Keep away from direct sunlight; place in a cool, dry location. |
| Outdoor sensor poor battery life. | Batteries depleted. | Replace with new, high-performance batteries. |
| Outdoor temp below -20 °C (-4 °F). | Use Lithium batteries for the outdoor sensor. | |
| Time changes incorrectly. | Device set to wrong time zone, displaying RCC default. | Refer to time zone setting section and set correctly. |
Warranty
X-SENSE offers a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects. For support, contact support@x-sense.com.
FCC Regulations and Information
Complies with FCC Part 15. Operation subject to conditions: no harmful interference, and acceptance of received interference. Privacy of communications not ensured.
WARNING: Unauthorized modifications void user authority.
NOTE: Tested and compliant with Class B limits for residential installations. May cause radio interference if not used per instructions.
If interference occurs, try:
- Reorient/relocate antenna.
- Increase separation between equipment and receiver.
- Connect to a different circuit.
Disposal
Do not dispose of as household waste. Recycle at authorized collection points for electrical appliances. Contact local authorities or retailer for disposal information.
