
BF5 User Manual v 2.3
Getting Started
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Getting Started
The BF5 is shipped with the internal alkaline batteries installed and
connected.
To check readings, record or log readings use either:
a Windows PC running SunRead, or
an external data logger fully programmed and wired up, or
a SunScan system.
Each require their own special cable(s) - see page 11
See also
BF5 Quick Start Guide
In the field you need something on which to mount the BF5 horizontally.
Use a camera tripod, e.g. type
BFT1
, or
Bolt onto a suitable horizontal surface using the four M4 bolt holes
in the base of the BF5 plastic housing, or
Use the
BF5-M
cross arm. This is compatible with the Delta-T 2m
weather station mast and with many builder’s scaffolding
systems.
See also the
BF5 Quick Start Guide
.
PC software
The
SunRead
software runs under Microsoft Windows 98 or later, with a
free RS232 port or USB-Serial adapter.
SunRead Installation
You need
SunRead
version 1.5 (or later).
This is provided on the
Software and Manuals DVD
.
On most PCs, the CD will start automatically when inserted.
If it does not, run the file SETUP.EXE in the root folder
On the Contents Page scroll down to Software and click on
Install
SunRead software
Follow the links to install the software.
Note also the
SunRead Release Notes
information in the ReadMe.txt file
on the DVD.