Everything You Need to Know About Our Wi-Fi Instruments
In addition to our full line of classic, traditional weather instruments, Maximum also offers several models that are Wi-Fi compatible. (Measuring wind speed and direction, temperature & humidity as well as rain fall.) The chief benefits of choosing Wi-Fi instruments include having no need to run wires through the walls of your home, the ability to add instruments to your array, and the ability to access real time weather information at your home from anywhere in the world over the internet. Wi-Fi instruments do require the purchase of additional equipment including Wi-Fi sensor(s) and Instrument Interface(s). Please see below for more information and feel free to reach out to us anytime with questions. (Mon-Fri 8:30AM-5:30PM EST)
The Four Steps to Buying Maximum’s Wi-Fi Instruments
Choose Your Wi-Fi Compatible Instruments
Going Wi-Fi is easy. Start by browsing the Wi-Fi compatible instruments section on this website to choose the functions and models you prefer, select the face and dial color and other specs to suit your design sensibilities. Add them to your cart and then proceed to order the number of Wi-Fi sensor and Instrument Interfaces you require (as described below).
Purchase Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Sensor and Instrument Interfaces
Each Wi-Fi instrument arrangement will require both a Wi-Fi Sensor Interface (placed near where the outside sensors are located) and an Instrument Interface (placed near where your instruments will be displayed inside your home). Maximum offers a Wi-Fi set-up kit that has everything you to set up from 1 to 4 wifi instruments in a single location. If you would like to add more Wi-Fi instruments in a different room, simply purchase an additional Wi-Fi Instrument Interface for each additional location.
Choose Your Accessories
Next, you will choose your accessories. Maximum offers high quality wooden mounting panels for displaying 3 to 6 instruments. These accessories add to the visual appeal of these fine instruments inside your home. There is a variety of panel options and all come in your choice of oak or mahogany.
Install and Enjoy Your Maximum Weather Instruments
Once your Wi-Fi compatible instruments arrive, all that’s left is to install the sensors, interfaces and instruments, connect them to your Wi-Fi network and the Weather Underground App (Optional but highly recommended) and enjoy! The installation process is very straightforward, but our team stands ready to assist by answering any questions you may have! (Mon-Fri 8:30AM-5:30PM EST)
How Does Our Wi-Fi Weather Station System Work?
- Wind Speed and Direction – Typically attached to the roof of your home, a wind sensor will be able to inform you of the speed and direction of the wind just outside.
- Temperature and Humidity – We usually place temperature and humidity sensors on the north side of your home in a shaded or sheltered area for the most accurate readings.
- Rainfall – Of course, a rainfall instrument will be placed outside. Most often through a collector bucket, you will be able to measure exactly how much rain you’ve received.
- WiFi Sensor Interface – Place your WiFi sensor interface in whatever discrete location works best for your home, as long as you and your family have easy access.
- WiFi Instrument Interface – You should also be mindful of where you place the WiFi weather instrument interface, as you will need to be able to have easy access to this component in addition to your sensor.
- Weather Station – Display your classic weather station in the center of your home for an elegant touch. With our WiFi weather stations, you will never lose the special, classic feel of a traditional instrument.
- Desktop and Mobile Devices – With your own devices, through Weather Underground, you can access all of your instrument weather readings wherever you are in your home!
Features & Benefits of a Wi-Fi Weather Station
- Utilizes home Wi-Fi network to send weather information from the outdoor sensor to indoor weather instruments and to the Weather Underground App.
- Wiring from outdoor sensors through the home to the weather instruments is not needed.
- Outdoor sensors will only need to be connected to the sensor interface box and one power supply.
- Weather instruments only need to be connected to the indicator interface box and a single power supply near the installation location.
- Get real-time data about the weather conditions in your area.
- Be able to track trends over time to see how the weather is changing.
- Have peace of mind knowing that you and your family are safe from the elements.
- Save money on your energy bills by being able to adjust your thermostat based on the current conditions.
- Find answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Wi-Fi instruments here.
Once Maximum Wi-Fi is set up, connect it to Weather Underground!
- Once you’ve set up your Maximum Wi-Fi weather station in your home, you can access your home weather information anywhere in the world by connecting with Weather Underground.
- WIth Weather Underground, You Can..
- Check current conditions or forecasts wherever you are in the world.
- Access an interactive map with high resolution satellite imagery and weather alerts.
- Customize your experience with light and dark modes and map styles.
