BloomSky Outdoor Weather Station
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1. BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 8 of 12 damage including battery leakage or damage to the electrical cord as applicable Do not use the Product or handle before unplugging if it has been damaged Avoid Harsh Environments The Product is designed to be operated in temperatures between 4 F 20 C to 131 F 55 C Extreme temperatures may affect battery life or functionality While the Product is designed for use Outdoors and in rain avoid immersion in water or other liquids If the Product gets extremely wet allow it to dry thoroughly before handling Do not attempt to dry the Product with an external heat source such as an oven microwave oven or hair dryer Warranty BloomSky warrants that for a period of 1 year from shipment the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use In the event of a defect contact BloomSky at https www BloomSky com contact or 1 650 666 0855 for return instructions BloomSky s sole obligation under this warranty will be at its option to repair or replace the product This warranty does not apply to products damaged by misuse accident or normal wear and tear The product is not designed for or warranted against damage from use in areas subject to electrical interference extreme heat or cold immersion under water or other inherently hazardous environments In addition BloomSky does not warrant the accuracy of weather data or forecasts obtained from use o2. Below are guidelines for a successful setup Before starting setup you must install the BloomSky app on your iOS or Android mobile device Links are available at www bloomsky com Or you can download directly from the App store or Google Play e Connect your device to the same 2 4GHz Wi Fi network you will connect your BloomSky to e To ensure a strong signal strength stay within 5 feet of your router during setup If it takes longer than 3 minutes for your device to connect you may be too far from your Wi Fi router or you may have entered the wrong Wi Fi password Perform a hard reset of the device and restart the setup process e After you open the BloomSky app and create your account select Setup a BloomSky Device Once you ve completed the setup of your Outdoor Station you may add an Indoor Station at any time e After you complete the initial setup the Outdoor Station will connect automatically to your Wi Fi barring a connection interruption to upload weather data and pictures to the BloomSky Cloud every three to eight minutes Placing your BloomSky Your BloomSky Weather Station will perform best when it s fully exposed to the elements Try to install your device where it will see direct sunlight and is as far as possible from tall obstacles like trees buildings or fences artificial heat sources like ventilation ducts and air conditioning units and moisture sources such as garden irrigation systems and r
3. Terms of Service for further details Requirements e iOS version 7 0 or higher or e Android version 4 0 or higher e 2 4GHz wifi connection e BloomSky app installed on a smartphone or iPod App is available from the App Store or Google Play Store BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 3 of 12 In the Box e One Outdoor Module e One Power Adaptor e One Ground Stake e One Installation Guide Your Outdoor Station 1 UV sensor 2 Camera Lens 3 Light sensor 4 Wifi indicator 5 Wifi button 6 Power port 7 Power button 8 Charging indicator 9 Power indicator 10 Adjustable camera angle Indicator Lights Indicator Light Status Meaning Power Indicator Flashes green 1 time Device is powering up Flashes green 3 times every 3 Low battery seconds Charger Indicator Solid Red Device is charging Wi Fi Indicator Flashing Red with a solid green Waiting for a network to be configured power indicator Wi fi setting mode Flashing Orange with a solid Station is connecting to Wi Fi green power indicator Flashing Green A network has been successfully configured and the device is in Real Time Mode Used for completing setup Solid Green for 10 seconds Device is in normal working mode and busy transmitting a picture BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 4 of 12 Getting Started setup Guidelines Detailed setup instructions are available in the Outdoor Station Installation Guide
4. BloomSky Outdoor Weather Station User Guide for Model SKY 1 Join the Weatherlution facebook com bloomsky instagram com bloomskyweather Blog at weatherlution com www bloomsky com 1 650 666 0855 support bloomsky com BloomSky Accessories INDOOR WEATHER STATION SOLAR PANEL KIT MOUNTING KIT BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 1 of 12 Table of Contents Join the Weatherlution 1 BloomSky Accessories 1 Meet your BloomSky Intended Use Requirements In the Box Your Outdoor Station Indicator Lights Getting Started Setup Guidelines Placing your BloomSky Troubleshooting Technical Specifications Camera Sensors Power Options Connectivity Material Design App Features and Operating Systems Firmware Updates For your Safety Installation and Use Keeping the Lens Clean Handling Avoid Harsh Environments Warranty Disposal O O O o wow o o oO wo N NN NN OO OH OF aa on BB LK LKR WHO WO W _ Federal Communications Commission Compliance FCC IC Rules 11 Explanation of Symbols 12 BloomSky BloomSky TM 2 of 12 www bloomsky com Meet your BloomSky Thank you for purchasing the BloomSky Outdoor Station the personal weather station sky camera compatible with iOS and Android devices The Outdoor Station is a weather measurement device that uses internal sensors to give you a hyper local weather report based on its location It provides visually rich accurate hyperlocal weather data that is updated e
5. ake attention that changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body Cet equipement doit tre install et utilis une distance minimale de 20 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 10 of 12 IC Rules This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Le pr sent appareil est conforme aux CNR d industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi m me si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement Under Industry Canada regulations this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum or lesser gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada To reduce potential radio interference to other users the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically rad
6. d after 2 seconds the power indicator will flash green again After 1 more second the Wi Fi indicator will start flashing red Your device has now returned to the Wi Fi Setting Mode Note DO NOT manually power off device when resetting Wi Fi The device will automatically restart and the Wi Fi will return to a blinking red icon Technical Specifications Camera e Ultra wide angle HD camera built in with 49 degree adjustable shooting angle and fisheye lens e Capture sky pictures around every 5 minutes or upon sudden change of temperature humidity or precipitation e Compressed time lapse video of sky view generated at end of the day e Turn on at dawn and turn off at dusk based on sunrise and sunset in your area Sensors e 5 in 1 Sensors measure temperature humidity barometric pressure UV exposure and precipitation detection only with the following tolerances e Operating temperature range 4 F 20 C to 131 F 55 C e Temperature accuracy 3 C max BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 6 of 12 e Relative humidity precision 4 RH max 0 80 RH e UV exposure range 280nm 400nm UV A UV B e Absolute pressure range 260 1260 mbar e Smart photometric sensor measures daylight brightness and ensures correct exposure e Patented smart rain sensor distinguishes precipitation from other moisture and responds instantly when rain starts to fall Power Options e Powered by a rechargeable lithium ion batte
7. f the product ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY BLOOMSKY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW IN NO EVENT WILL BloomSky BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES HOWEVER CAUSED ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT EVEN IF BloomSky HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES IN NO EVENT WILL BloomSky S LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary by jurisdiction Disposal Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your local Authority or retailer for recycling advice BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 9 of 12 Federal Communications Commission Compliance FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules 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
8. iated power e i r p is not more than that necessary for successful communication Conform ment la r glementation d Industrie Canada le present metteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d un type et d un gain maximal ou inf rieur approuv pour l metteur par Industrie Canada Dans le but de r duire les risques de brouillage radio lectrique a l intention des autres utilisateurs il faut choisir le type d antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonn e quivalente p i r e ne d passe pas l intensit n cessaire l tablissement d une communication satisfaisante BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 11 of 12 Explanation of Symbols Symbol for the Owner s Manual Must be read Symbol for Caution symbol for TYPE BF APPLIED PARTS Symbol for ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your local Authority or retailer for recycling advice x Bb BP Q Manufactured for BloomSky Inc 723 N Shoreline Blvd Mountain View CA 94043 www BloomSky com BloomSky is the trademark of BloomSky Inc iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Android is a trademark of Google Inc 2015 BloomSky Inc All rights reserved BloomSky BloomSky TM 12 of 12 www bloomsky com
9. may cause undesired operation Cet appareil est conforme a la section 15 des reglementations de la FCC Le fonctionnement de l appareil est sujetaux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interferences nefastes et 2 cet appareil doit tol rer les interferences re ues y compris celles qui risquent de provoquer un fonctionnement ind sirable Note This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This product generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Please t
10. nds and family Track the sky and cloud movement throughout your day Use the app to set up your BloomSky Outdoor Station and BloomSky Indoor Station Receive rain alerts and notifications of major weather events Firmware Updates The firmware inside of your Outdoor Station can be automatically updated through its Wi Fi connection to the BloomSky Cloud For your Safety WARNING Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire electric shock or other personal injury or loss or damage to the Product or other property Installation and Use Please read and follow all installation instructions carefully To avoid risk of shock or falls do not install in wet weather or at night Use only as specified in the user manual including being sure to orient the camera away from homes windows walkways or areas where people are likely to pass through Not for use as a general webcam security monitor or surveillance device Keeping the Lens Clean Clean lens immediately if it comes into contact with any contaminants that may cause stains such as ink dyes makeup oils and lotions To clean the lens use a soft slightly damp cloth Avoid window cleaners household cleaners aerosol sprays solvents alcohol ammonia or abrasives Handling The Product contains sensitive components Do not drop disassemble crush puncture incinerate paint or insert foreign objects into the Product Inspect the Product periodically for
11. oof gutters Accordingly e Install your BloomSky in a location with a clear view of the sky Trees roof eaves or other obstacles can cause the pictures to be overexposed e Keep your BloomSky raised above paved surfaces especially blacktop Blacktop radiates heat and could confuse the sensors e Be sensitive to sprinklers triggering the precipitation sensor e Try to place your BloomSky at least 10 feet away from any artificial heat or cooling source this includes air conditioning units heating vents chimneys etc to aid in accurate reporting e Finally the higher your device the better Troubleshooting BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 5 of 12 Problem Solution e The Power indicator quickly flashes green 3 The battery is low and the device needs to times every 3 seconds charge e When the device is in Wi Fi setting mode e The device cannot get the IP address from Network LED always shows orange color router Please confirm your router s DHCP and flash function is enabled If the Network Indicator light continues to e The device can not receive the Wi Fi flash red while you are completing setup network information correctly Please confirm Your Wi Fi is not on a 5 GHz band Your device is close within 5 feet of your router A Hard Reset restores your device to factory settings Press and hold the Wi Fi button for about 5 6 seconds or until the power indicator stays green Release the button an
12. ry Battery operating and charging temperature range 4 F 20 C to 131 F 55 C e Operating time up to two weeks per charge e Low battery alert sends push notifications on mobile apps e Charging Option 1 through A C Input 100 240V 50 60Hz worldwide use Output DC 12V 2A e Charging Option 2 through solar panel e Output DC 12V 1A Connectivity e Wi Fi connection e WLAN Standard Single band 2 4GHz IEEE 802 11b g n e Frequency Range 2412 MHz 2462 MHz 2 4 GHz ISM Band Number of Channels 2 4GHz Ch1 Ch11 Material Design e Water dust UV resistant when the Outdoor Station is positioned upright e Stake apparatus stands upright on for insertion in patio or garden soil e Mounting hardware designed for placement on roof railing App Features and Operating Systems e Smartphone and tablet apps available e iOS version 7 0 or higher e Android version 4 0 or higher e Access real time weather data sky pictures alert notifications and time lapses via the App e View real time photos of the sky to learn more about your weather Pictures are updated every five minutes BloomSky www bloomsky com BloomSky TM 7 of 12 Learn about real time Temperature Humidity UV Pressure and Precipitation for your Outdoor Weather Station Data is updated every five minutes Search and follow other BloomSky users to access their weather stations hyper local weather reports Share your weather and sky pictures with your frie
13. very three to eight minutes The camera turns on 30 minutes before sunrise and turns off 30 minutes after sunset During the first and last hour of the day when the camera is on it takes a pictures every 3 minutes to better capture sunrise and sunset These images will be automatically combined at the end of every day into a spectacular time lapse video for you to view and share To begin download the BloomSky app for your phone if you have not already done so The BloomSky app is used for setup of your weather station and to view save and share the weather data Read this manual before use and keep it for your future reference It will help you through the setup process of your BloomSky Outdoor Station model SKY1 introduce you to your device guide you through troubleshooting and completing a hard reset If you need any further assistance with your BloomSky Outdoor Station you can call our customer support line at 1 650 666 0855 or email us at support bloomsky com Intended Use The BloomSky Outdoor Station is designed to allow you to record and share weather data and pictures from its location The data and images will be sent to the cloud through Wi Fi Users can search view and share these data and images anywhere through the BloomSky mobile application For your privacy you can choose for your BloomSky s data to not be publicly searchable This can be set and changed in settings menu of the BloomSky app Please refer to our
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