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Summary of Contents for TurfWeather

Page 1: ...TurfWeather Weather Station Revision 5 11 C o p y r i g h t 2 0 0 4 2 0 1 1 C a m p b e l l S c i e n t i f i c I n c...

Page 2: ...glect accidents of nature or shipping damage This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose CSC is no...

Page 3: ...s Area 1 in2 square inch 645 mm2 Length 1 in inch 25 4 mm 1 ft foot 304 8 mm 1 yard 0 914 m 1 mile 1 609 km Mass 1 oz ounce 28 35 g 1 lb pound weight 0 454 kg Pressure 1 psi lb in2 68 95 mb Volume 1 U...

Page 4: ...1b Ground Installations 22 2 4 1 3 Procedure 2 16772 Guy Wire Kit Installation 23 2 4 1 4 Procedure 3 Mounting the TurfWeather Station on a Tripod or Pole 24 2 4 1 5 Procedure 4 SP5 Solar Panel Instal...

Page 5: ...A 4 A 3 5 16772 Tripod Guy wire Kit A 5 A 3 6 16775 Tripod Grounding Kit A 6 Figures 1 1 Box of standard and wireless equipment The lift straps allow easy removal of the weather station from the box...

Page 6: ...oot surface For permanent sites install user supplied bolts through the holes in each tripod foot 22 2 7 The TurfWeather weather station assembly properly seated on a mast or pole 24 2 8 Two views of...

Page 7: ...TurfWeather Table of Contents iv...

Page 8: ...e box 1 2 TurfWeather Setup Procedure 1 Remove the top foam packing from the TurfWeather weather station box and verify you have all ordered equipment see Equipment List 2 Unpack equipment a Use the l...

Page 9: ...ailable from Campbell Scientific P N 16878 USB AD If the TurfWeather station has been configured for use with the optional external battery back no internal battery is inside of the weather station Th...

Page 10: ...station 6 Load and start the Campbell Scientific PC200W software 7 The first time PC200W opens it will open with the EZSetup Wizard or it can be accessed by clicking on the add button It is the green...

Page 11: ...urfWeather Weather Station 9 Select CR200Series from the drop down menu in the Datalogger Type and Name window Highlight the CR200Series under the Datalogger Name and rename it TurfWeather Click Next...

Page 12: ...TurfWeather Weather Station 10 Select the COM Port used to connect to the weather station from the COM Port drop down box Leave the COM Port Communication Delay set to 00 seconds and click Next 5...

Page 13: ...TurfWeather Weather Station 11 Select 9600 from the Baud Rate drop down box the PakBus Address 1 and the Extra Response Time 00 and then click Next 6...

Page 14: ...tation 12 This will be the Communication Setup Summary click on Next If changes need to be made then click on Previous to go to the Correct window to make changes Then click on Next to advance back to...

Page 15: ...TurfWeather Weather Station 13 This will be the Communication Test window With Yes selected click on Next 8...

Page 16: ...TurfWeather Weather Station 14 Communication Test Succeeded window will inform you after table definitions have been updated This may take several minuets Click Next 9...

Page 17: ...Weather Station 15 The Datalogger Clock window will display the PC clock and the Datalogger clock Click on the Set Datalogger Clock to sync the Datalogger date and time with the PC if needed then cli...

Page 18: ...TurfWeather Weather Station 16 The Datalogger Program window will display the current program Verify the correct program for application is shown as Current Program Click Next 11...

Page 19: ...fWeather Weather Station 17 The Wizard Complete window is now displayed Click on Finish This will bring you to the main PC200W window 18 From this Main Screen click on the Monitor Data tab at the top...

Page 20: ...can also be used to verify communication with radios after setting them up using the following instructions 21 Proceed to Radio Setup Section 1 3 if using radio communication If the TurfWeather weath...

Page 21: ...or marked Antenna Figures 1 4 and 1 5 FIGURE 1 4 The radio antenna may be a surface mount antenna left a whip antenna right that connects directly to the radio or other optional antennas not shown FIG...

Page 22: ...irm communication 6 Monitor the sensor displays After a few minutes numeric values should appear if the weather station and radio are communicating Also indicator lights on the RF401 series radio will...

Page 23: ...ommunications considerations The installation procedures start in Section 2 4 2 1 Power Sources TurfWeather weather stations are provided with an internal sealed rechargeable lead acid battery that mu...

Page 24: ...the wind sensors even if the fence is chain link NOTE b Accurate wind measurements require your weather station to be located at the highest point in a particular region c The tripod mast height cann...

Page 25: ...tion 2 40GHz x Up to 7 miles if an optional higher gain antenna is installed on both the weather station and the RF401 Base Station a The transmission ranges assume standard weather station antennas a...

Page 26: ...Only turn key switch on during testing when charging cable is not connected to avoid battery damage If obstructions in the line of sight are preventing the weather station from communicating try the f...

Page 27: ...determine power drain in your application and do not allow the battery voltage to drop below 12 volts Adjust the update interval as needed to prevent battery discharge and communication failure 2 4 In...

Page 28: ...metal hammer to pound in the mast extension since this will deform the top of the mast extension CAUTION 3 If using the guy wire kit loosely install the guy wire kit by following Procedure 2 Guy wire...

Page 29: ...ome adjustment is available by loosening tightening the upper and lower collar bolts If more adjustment is required then for temporary sites remove or replace soil under the feet For permanent install...

Page 30: ...y wire Bracket bolts until they deform the mast by dimpling the surface to assure the Bracket does not slide when the turnbuckles are tightened 6 Unscrew the turnbuckle until approximately 80 of both...

Page 31: ...en the turnbuckles as required until they stop stretching 2 4 1 4 Procedure 3 Mounting the TurfWeather Station on a Tripod or Pole This procedure assumes the weather station has been setup and tested...

Page 32: ...ments require the reference line on the wind direction sensor right to be aligned with Magnetic North 4 Firmly tighten the U bolt nuts 5 If the Guy wire Kit has been installed assure that its orientat...

Page 33: ...ply you need to assure it was purchased with the weather station or if not that it has an output of 18 VDC and that all connections are weatherproof a The internal sealed rechargeable battery must be...

Page 34: ...ion Section 2 4 1 6 10 Turn the weather station key to the on position and return to the computer site to confirm the weather station is working properly CAUTION a The Ground Kit is for ground located...

Page 35: ...om of the weather station marked Solar DC Charger 2 4 1 6 Procedure 5 16775 Ground Kit Installation a Because proper earth grounding of the system is required for both personal safety and reliable sys...

Page 36: ...gure 2 13 3 Drive the ground rod into the soil using a fence post driver or sledge hammer leaving about 3 inches 7 5 cm above the ground 4 Loosen the middle screw in the tripod coupling 5 Place one en...

Page 37: ...w mount antenna to the RF401 or RF416 base radio Remove the strip covering the adhesive on the antenna and stick it vertically to a window 3 Attach the serial cable from the calling computer s serial...

Page 38: ...e has four wires that are labelled as follows Red RCV Black RCV Green XMT White XMT Connect these wires to the customer supplied cable using the direct burial splice kits The wire used from the user s...

Page 39: ...nt electrical noise from interfering with communication Cable lengths exceeding mile are not recommended due to additional splices and increased probability of cable becoming damaged Maximum of 2 mile...

Page 40: ...TurfWeather Weather Station FIGURE 2 17 The Cables Connected to Enclosure FIGURE 2 18 The Cables Connected to Weather Station 33...

Page 41: ...d below 11 0 volts it may become damaged and no longer accept a charge regardless of the age of the battery PC200W and most weather software will display the weather station battery voltage Typical me...

Page 42: ...stainless steel nose on the other end To check the sensor for wear gently rotate the sensors top half The sensor should move freely and feel very smooth See Section 3 16 Wind Direction Sensor Removal...

Page 43: ...en the two U bolt nuts securing the weather station to its mast Make note of the orientation of weather station NOTE Do not remove the mast bracket from the weather station d Bring the weather station...

Page 44: ...ctronics section It is a gray and black rectangular component at the front of the electronics section It is retained by a white metal bracket that is held in place with two Phillips head screws There...

Page 45: ...station NOTE The weather station uses a maintenance free lead acid battery and must be properly disposed of Do not dispose of this battery pack in a municipal landfill or by burning it If you do not k...

Page 46: ...ections together f Reinstall TurfWeather weather station in original location and orientation Reconnect Solar Charger cable as before 4 Enclosure Installation a Locate the enclosure underneath or oppo...

Page 47: ...TurfWeather Weather Station 40...

Page 48: ...wdriver Customer supplied materials required 9 Antenna mounting pole 1 2 inch O D metal pipe or tripod assembly 9 Pole tripod mounting hardware 9 Spade or ring lug connector 00 gage Antenna kit compon...

Page 49: ...ion d Connect the heavy gage 00 gage ground wire to the ground plane or buss bar using a 00 bolted ring or spade lug connector not supplied Connect the other end of the heavy gage ground wire to the g...

Page 50: ...CHARGE EVENT THE GROUND SYSTEM SHOULD BE REVALIDATED ON AN ANNUAL BASIS TO ASSURE THAT CORROSION AT CONNECTORS HAS NOT COMPROMISED THE GROUND SYSTEM NOTE 3 11 Battery Pack P N 14159 Removal and Replac...

Page 51: ...the purpose b Remove the seven Phillips head screws on the base of the main body that hold the base section to the electronics enclosure section Do not remove the Phillips head screws that connect the...

Page 52: ...or components on the boards inside the weather station g Use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the battery pack bracket into the electronics section and remove the bracket h Li...

Page 53: ...crews when the sections are secured f Reinstall and tighten the seven screws that hold the weather station main body sections together 4 System Test a Turn on the weather station power switch b Look i...

Page 54: ...lt nuts that secure the weather station to its mast NOTE Do not remove the mast bracket from the weather station e Bring the weather station to an enclosed location preferably near the Host computer a...

Page 55: ...ld slowly decrease until the sensors return to equilibrium with the surrounding environment c Re install the weather station on its mast and then reconnect power and earth ground cables 3 13 Solar Rad...

Page 56: ...hillips head screw on the side of the sensor Remove the screw but do not pull on or attempt to remove the sensor at this time c Invert the weather station main body and rest it on a support that elimi...

Page 57: ...from the new solar radiation sensor into the weather station electronics module through the mounting post hole where the previous solar radiation sensor was located b Again touch a finger to a screw...

Page 58: ...directly at the top of the solar radiation sensor and verify that the solar radiation sensor is reporting a value NOTE When the weather station is reinstalled at its permanent location the solar radi...

Page 59: ...in the center on top of the weather station b Grasp the main body of the rain gauge and gently pull it off of the weather station This will expose two wires leaving the rain gauge base attached to the...

Page 60: ...the PC200W or T Weather Each click is equal to 0 04 inches 1 mm of rain NOTE Every rain gauge is factory calibrated before it is shipped If you want to validate calibration please refer to the calibr...

Page 61: ...s sensor removal replacement process as it may cause them to break off of the weather station main body b Just below the sensor rotating cups there is a flexible boot that will peel down from the top...

Page 62: ...s are interchangeable d Unroll the rubber protective boot and assure that it completely covers the lower portion of the wind speed sensor just as it did when you started this process 4 System Test a C...

Page 63: ...weather station d Bring the weather station to an enclosed location preferably near the Host computer and place it on a flat stable surface 2 Sensor Removal a Identify the wind direction sensor as th...

Page 64: ...e correct threaded terminal studs and tighten the nuts using the inch wrench NOTE If you did not note the correct threaded terminal studs look at the base of the sensor and count clockwise from the em...

Page 65: ...ersonal electrical hazard involved and this procedure can be accomplished by anyone possessing basic mechanical skills Please read this entire procedure before beginning work Tools Required 9 inch wre...

Page 66: ...e electronics section It is the largest green rectangular electronics board in the weather station electronics section Locate the screws at the corners of the main electronics board and touch one of t...

Page 67: ...st equipment However it is not a user repairable item and must be returned to an authorized local Toro distributor for evaluation and repair Additionally the main body of the weather station does need...

Page 68: ...t connect the mast bracket to the weather station base Notice that the three screws along the end with the wind sensors are shorter than the remaining four screws c Gently separate the electronics enc...

Page 69: ...Orient the main electronics board so that the connector will mate with the connector on the sensor connector board Press the two connectors together until they are firmly seated c If your weather sta...

Page 70: ...be accomplished by anyone possessing basic mechanical skills Please read this entire procedure before beginning work Tools Required 9 inch wrench 9 5 16 inch wrench 9 2 Phillips screwdriver 1 Preparat...

Page 71: ...a green Velcro strap e Locate the screws on the corners of the main electronics board and touch one finger to one of the screws NOTE Touching the screw will ground any electro static energy difference...

Page 72: ...trap c Place the two sections of the weather station main body together making sure that none of the wiring bundles will be crushed by the edges or by the seven housing screws when the two sections ar...

Page 73: ...TurfWeather Weather Station 66...

Page 74: ...put on a computer Data rates up to 230 kbps are supported The 17394 includes x Universal Serial Bus USB Converter with a 1 meter cable x Software supports Windows 98 98SE ME 2000 XP Linux operating sy...

Page 75: ...ng the selection of the proper solar panel kit to use with your weather station NOTE A 2 2 16876 AC Converter The 16876 recharges the weather station battery by converting 110 220 VAC 50 60 Hz power t...

Page 76: ...d sensors at a height of 38 to 60 99 to 156 cm x Kit that includes 3 tripod feet with hardware 6 lag bolts used for rooftop installations only and 3 sealing pads used for rooftop installations only A...

Page 77: ...ter solid steel spikes with a welded hammer cap on one end Sites that may experience high wind speeds should not use this kit For those sites anchor the tripod with bolts and guy wires fastened to a c...

Page 78: ...5 16772 Tripod Guy wire Kit The 16772 is used to increase the tripod s stability see Section 2 4 1 3 Procedure 2 Guy wire Kit Installation It is intended for permanent installations installations sub...

Page 79: ...onnection to the ground rod and tripod x 5 ft length of plastic coated 4 stranded copper cable x 3 ft length of 14 AWG stranded copper wire with a connection lug on one end a Because proper grounding...

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