Appendix B: Optional Accessories: Using Multiple Transmitting Stations
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Using Multiple Transmitting Stations
This table shows the maximum number of each type of station that can be used with a
single Vantage Pro console.
Appendix B: Optional Accessories
For more information on these accessories and other weather products, call Davis
Instruments or visit our website: www.davisnet.com/eather/. See “Contacting Davis
Instruments” on page 18. Also see “Additional Mounting Options” on page 15.
Solar Radiation and UV Sensors
You can upgrade your ISS to an ISS Plus by installing a solar radiation sensor and a UV
sensor. For ease of installation, use the mounting bracket listed below:
•
UV Sensor #6490
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Solar Radiation Sensor #6450
•
Sensor Mounting Shelf #6672
Other Accessories
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Daytime Fan-Aspirated Radiation Shield Kit #7745 - Uses a solar-powered fan to
reduce the effect of solar radiation on temperature readings.
•
Rain Collector Heater #7720 - For use in cold climates, to measure the moisture
content of frozen precipitation (freezing rain, snow, hail, etc.).
•
Wireless Repeater #7624 or #7625 - For extending the range of wireless trans-
mission. Go around corners or increase the distance between transmitter and
console.
•
Extension Cables #7876 - Extends the anemometer, solar radiation, UV, and con-
sole cable lengths. Available in lengths of 8’ (2.4m), 40’ (12m), 100’ (30m), and
200’ (61m).
•
Complete System Shelter #7724 - To locate your Vantage Pro console outside.
•
Complete System Shelter Heater #7726 - For use in sub-freezing temperatures.
•
Solar Power Kit #6610 - To mount your Cabled Vantage Pro console outside
where there is no AC power supply or to mount your wireless console outside
without having to replace the console batteries as often.
•
Car/Boat/RV Lighter Cord #6604 - To power your Cabled Vantage Pro console
from a standard cigarette lighter.
•
AC Power Adapter for Vantage #6625 - If your wireless ISS is mounted near a
standard AC outlet, use the AC adapter as backup to solar power. (And leave the
battery installed as backup to the AC power in case electricity goes out during a
storm.)
Transmitter Type
Maximum (8 total)
Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS)
1
Anemometer Transmitter Kit
1
Leaf Wetness/Temperature Station
1
Soil Moisture/Temperature Station
1
Temperature Station
8
Temperature/Humidity Station
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