User Manual Air Quality Guide
Table of contents FAQs Add an AirVisual Pro..........................................18 View PM2.5 concentration.......................19 Wi-Fi connection........................................20 Historical data.............................................21 Factory reset..............................................22 Automatic switch on/off...... ....................23 Serial number..............................................24 Run an experiment.....................................
Temperature & humidity PM2.5 introduction Temperature and humidity are often overlooked. Cold, dry environments, however, may cause respiratory irritations and eczema exacerbation, while overly humid environments can produce dust mites and mold. The diagram below is a rough guide for explaining the relationship between temperature and humidity, and the long-term related effects. WHAT IS PM2.5? PM2.5 refers to particulate matter in the air with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less. Due to its size, PM2.
Air Quality Index (AQI) AQI, or Air Quality Index, is a system for reporting the severity of air quality levels in a way that is easy to understand. AQI The index ranges from 0 to 500, where higher index values indicate higher levels of air pollution. AQI is computed in different ways around the world. The United States and China, however, represent the two most widely used AQI systems. Your AirVisual Pro supports both systems.
CO2 introduction WHAT IS CO2? SOURCES CO2 (carbon dioxide) is a naturally occurring, odorless gas that occurs outdoors in concentrations between 380 (rural) and 500 ppm (urban). Because humans exhale carbon dioxide (CO2), concentrations of CO2 in occupied indoor spaces are higher than concentrations outdoors.
Status bar AirVisual Pro controls Power / Sleeping Mode / Back Get a quick overview of your air quality on the top of each screen.
Home screen - offline Home screen - online Familiarize yourself with the offline home screen. This display provides all the information you need to achieve the perfect balance of clean and fresh air. When connected to Wi-Fi, the home screen display will shift so that the left side depicts collected AirVisual Pro data, and the right side depicts outdoor air quality information.
Indoor screen - online Forecast screen - online This screen provides indoor air quality data including CO2 concentration, temperature and humidity. Know before you go! Use the air pollution and weather forecast to guide your schedule of outdoor activities so that you can maximize comfort and well-being.
Recommendations screen Icon index The recommendations screen provides practical insights to help optimize your health and comfort.
FAQs - Add an AirVisual Pro FAQs - View PM2.5 concentration How can I view my AirVisual Pro’s data remotely? How can I view PM2.5 concentrations? You can stay connected and view your AirVisual Pro’s readings anywhere, anytime by registering your AirVisual Pro on our dedicated data platform, powered by AirVisual. Registering your AirVisual Pro allows you to: If you wish, it is possible to display PM2.5 concentration along with AQI readings.
FAQs - Wi-Fi connection FAQs - Historical data How can I connect my AirVisual Pro to Wi-Fi? How can I download my AirVisual Pro’s historical data? The AirVisual Pro gives you the option to connect to Wi-Fi using either the device, or the mobile application (handy for users with private/hidden networks or long Wi-Fi passwords). Your AirVisual Pro’s complete history of air quality data is available for download. This data can be used as you wish to gain further insight.
FAQs - Factory reset FAQs - Automatically switch on/off How can I reset or clear data stored on the AirVisual Pro? Can I set the screen to switch on/off automatically? Air quality measurements are saved to your AirVisual Pro’s memory. At any time you can reset your AirVisual Pro to its factory settings to wipe this data. Save energy and extend your sensor’s lifetime* by setting up the Auto power ON / OFF (sleep mode).
FAQs - Serial number FAQs - Run an experiment Where can I find my AirVisual Pro’s serial number? Tips for running an air quality experiment: You may be asked for your AirVisual Pro’s serial number either when activating your device or receiving help from AirVisual’s customer service. The AirVisual Pro is a great tool for running experiments. Here are a few friendly tips for getting started: Your serial number can be found in two places: 1) On a sticker on the back of your AirVisual Pro.
Care & maintenance The Air Quality Community DON’T DO Put the AirVisual Pro on a flat, stable surface Expose to direct sunlight (even indoors) Clean the AirVisual Pro using a slightly damp cloth Expose to water (e.g. rain) The AirVisual Pro is not waterproof Connect the AirVisual Pro to an electrical outlet Expose to strong wind Extend the sensor’s lifetime by using power saving mode Expose to extreme heat (e.g.
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