Introduction
This guide provides essential steps for setting up your Sainlogic SA8 Plus weather station. It covers unboxing, initial power-up, and connecting the device to your home network for real-time weather data monitoring.
Product Includes
- Integrated outdoor transmitter
- Display Console
- Rain collector
- Wind Cups
- Wind Vane
- Mounting brackets and accessories
- Instruction manual
- Power Adapter
Recommended Tools
- Precision screwdriver (for small Phillips screws)
- Compass or GPS (for wind direction calibration)
- Adjustable wrench
Setup Steps
- Step 1: Locate the battery door on the bottom of the transmitter. Remove retaining screws, open the door, insert 3 new AA batteries, and close the door.
- Step 2: After installing batteries, the Integrated Outdoor Sensor LED will illuminate for 3 seconds and then blink every 60 seconds. If it does not flash, press the reset button.
- Step 3: Plug the display console into a power source using the provided power adapter. For optimal viewing, position the console at a 20 to 30-degree angle. It is recommended to keep the power adapter plugged in to conserve battery life.
Connecting to WiFi
To access advanced features and data logging, connect your weather station to WiFi using the 'Weatherseed' APP. Download the app from the Google Play Store or iOS App Store.
- Step 4: Search for the "Weatherseed" APP.
- Step 5: Register and log in to your Weatherseed account by providing your email address, setting a password, and confirming your details.
- Step 6: Follow the in-app instructions for WiFi connection. This typically involves selecting the SA8 Plus model, entering your WiFi credentials (ensure it's a 2.4GHz network), and pairing the device. You may use Bluetooth, WiFi, or Web page distribution modes for connection.
Note: The display console only supports 2.4 GHz WiFi signals.