Question : What is the measuring range of wind speed?
Answer : The measuring range of wind speed is 0.3 – 30 m/s.
Question : What is the accuracy of wind speed measurement?
Answer : The accuracy of wind speed measurement is ±5%.
Question : Is the device suitable for outdoor activities?
Answer : Yes, the device is suitable for outdoor activities such as kite flying, sailing, drone flying, shooting, hunting, boating, climbing, and skiing.
Question : How do I see the data on my computer?
Answer : The Wintact WT816 wind meter does not have data logging function, but you can order the other model WT8907 which is designed with USB for connection with computer and real-time measurement, record up to 960 datas, and you can import and export data.
Question : How long does this unit take to get the temperature?
Answer : It takes around 10-15 minutes to get the temperature. When placed alongside a weather station in the backyard, it reads about 2 degrees warmer.
Question : Is it easy to change the battery?
Answer : Yes, the battery is CR2032 and it has an O-ring in the back cover to prevent it from coming out. You can screw on the battery cover by making the concave and convex points coincide, then rotate clockwise. It comes with a red rubber protector case that protects it and also a string to attach to the bottom part of the unit to prevent it from falling out of your hand.
Question : What is the unit of air velocity? Can the wind meter measure ambient temperature?
Answer : You can use the mode button to set the air speed unit to mph, m/s, km/h, knots, or ft/min. Yes, it can measure temperature in C and F.
Question : Is there a small case that fits this wind speed anemometer?
Answer : No, there is no case provided. However, you can keep it in a small zip-lock bag.
Question : Is the wind speed anemometer water-resistant?
Answer : Yes, it does have a silicone cover on it.
Question : How do I clear the max reading? Can I take another reading in an alternate place?
Answer : The only way to clear the maximum reading is to remove the battery and reinstall it.
Question : What is the screen size of the wind speed indicator? Can I manual/auto power off backlight?
Answer : The screen size is 1.5 inches. The backlight can be turned on by pressing any key or will turn off automatically within 12 seconds. The handheld anemometer will auto power off without any operation for 14 minutes. You can press the MODE + SET buttons at the same time to turn off the wind anemometer.
Question : Does the anemometer thermometer show history?
Answer : No, this wind meter can only show the current value, maximum value, and average value. It is an ideal tool for windsurfing, sailing, kite flying, measuring the speed and temperature of CPU computer fans, air-conditioners, etc.
Question : What is the screen size of the wind speed gauge? Does it support backlight and manual/auto power OFF?
Answer : The screen size is 1.5 inches. The backlight will turn on by pressing any key or automatically turn off within 12 seconds if the ambient light is too dark. The anemometer will automatically power off without any operation for 14 minutes. You can press MODE + SET buttons at the same time to turn off the wind anemometer. It supports various measurement scales, automatic backlight and display timeouts. The 18.5in lanyard provided by the supplier will be useful if you want to set it up and leave it at a location while monitoring the ground winds.