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Introduction: Included Components and Hardware

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Introduction

The Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS) collects outside weather data and sends the data to a 
Vantage Pro console or Weather Envoy. Wireless and cabled versions of the ISS are 
available, as well as standard and plus versions. The Wireless ISS is solar powered and 
sends data to the console via a low-power radio. The Cabled ISS sends data and 
receives power via the console cable. 

Standard versions of the ISS include a rain collector, temperature sensor, humidity 
sensor and anemometer. The ISS Plus adds a solar radiation sensor and an ultra-violet 
(UV) sensor. Temperature and humidity sensors are mounted in a passive radiation 
shield to minimize the impact of solar radiation on sensor readings. The anemometer 
measures wind speed and direction and can be installed adjacent to ISS or apart from it, 

see “Siting the ISS and Anemometer” on page 9

 for siting guidelines. 

The solar and UV sensors are mounted next to the rain collector cone. Solar and UV 
sensors are available separately to upgrade a standard ISS. See “Appendix B: Optional 
Accessories” on page 20.

The Sensor Interface Module (SIM) contains the “brains” of the ISS and is located on the 
bottom of the radiation shield. The SIM collects outside weather data from the ISS 
sensors and then transmits the data to your Vantage Pro console or Weather Envoy. 

Included Components and Hardware

The ISS comes with all the components and hardware shown in the following illustra-
tions. If you purchased your ISS as part of a Weather Station, additional components may 
be included in the package that are not shown here.

Components

Note:

Do not touch the small white diffusers on top of the UV and solar radiation sensors. Oil from skin 
reduces their sensitivity. Clean using ethyl alcohol on a soft cloth. NO RUBBING ALCOHOL.

Debris Screen

(Place inside cone  

after installation)

Rain 
Collector

Solar Panel 
(Wireless 
ISS Only)

Radiation
Shield

Anemometer 

Base

Anemometer 

Vane

Drip 

Ring

Wind Cups

Anemometer Cable 

40' (12.2 m)

Anemometer

Arm

Control

Head

Console Cable 100' (30 m) 

(Cabled ISS Only)

SIM Housing

ISS Base

UV and  
Solar Sensors
(ISS Plus Only)

Sensor 
Mounting Shelf 
(ISS Plus Only)

Summary of Contents for 6320

Page 1: ...Product 6320 6320C 6321 6321C 6325 6325C 6326 6326C Integrated Sensor Suite Installation Manual for Vantage Pro Weather Stations...

Page 2: ...rence to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep...

Page 3: ...one Solar and UV sensors are available separately to upgrade a standard ISS See Appendix B Optional Accessories on page 20 The Sensor Interface Module SIM contains the brains of the ISS and is located...

Page 4: ...ter sensor cable to the Sensor Interface Module or SIM Apply power to the ISS and test communications with the console Change the transmitter ID for wireless communication if necessary Assemble the An...

Page 5: ...lt used to mount the ISS can pinch or cause wear on the anemometer cable if the cable is not pressed completely into the channel Attaching the Drip Ring and Wind Cups The drip ring attaches to the bot...

Page 6: ...able to see the SIM Check the Factory Installed Sensor Connections 1 Verify that the rain sensor and temp hum sensor cables are plugged into the recepta cles labeled RAIN and TEMP HUM on the SIM 2 If...

Page 7: ...is sent through the cable that you connected during the preceding step in order to power the ISS Verifying Communication Use these steps to verify reception of ISS data at the console for a Cabled Van...

Page 8: ...capacitor is depleted Applying Power to a Wireless ISS 1 Insert the 3 volt lithium battery into the SIM Once powered your ISS will immediately begin transmitting data to the console CAUTION Be sure to...

Page 9: ...a valid reading dashes are displayed if no data comes from the sensors 6 Display of current weather data confirms communication If the console is not receiv ing ISS data proceed to Troubleshooting Wir...

Page 10: ...ng 1 Remove the rain collector cone from the ISS base by rotating the cone counter clockwise When the cone s latches line up with openings in the base lift the cone off the ISS base Note When new the...

Page 11: ...eter as a single unit 6 5 2 m above the ground This is especially important for evapotranspiration ET calculations Anemometer Siting Guidelines Generally the anemometer and ISS have different siting r...

Page 12: ...und a suitable place for your wireless ISS it is very important to test reception from that location before permanently mounting it there 1 Set the ISS where you intend to install it You may want to h...

Page 13: ...the Wind Vane If you are near the equator aim the solar panel east or west Pick the direction that receives the maximum sunshine at your location Guidelines for Securing Cables To prevent fraying or...

Page 14: ...e downward into the latch openings on the base Rotate cone clockwise 6 Place the debris screen shown in the illustration on page 2 inside the cone feet down over the funnel hole Installing the Anemome...

Page 15: ...er diameter pole obtain a U bolt that fits the base openings but that has a shorter threaded section If you try to mount on a smaller pole with the included U bolts the threaded parts of the bolt will...

Page 16: ...wrench or 7 16 wrench tighten all four hex nuts until the ISS is firmly fastened on the pole 7 Re attach the rain collector cone by setting the cone back on the base so its latches slide downward into...

Page 17: ...SIM cover fastened during windy conditions Use screws to secure the SIM Cover in place Clearing Data Collected During Testing and Installation Now that your ISS is mounted outside you may want to clea...

Page 18: ...Vantage Pro system To be sure they will work order Davis extension cables from your dealer or directly from Davis Instruments Optional Wireless Stations Use our optional wireless sensor stations to c...

Page 19: ...and a soft cloth to remove any debris from the cone cone screen and tipping bucket Watch out for spiders they seem to like rain collectors 3 Use pipe cleaners to clear the funnel hole in the cone and...

Page 20: ...d direction working contact Technical Support and ask for a wind test cable The wind cups don t spin or don t spin as fast as they should First check for and clear out any spider webs Also the anemome...

Page 21: ...ady uses transmitter ID 1 You purchased additional wireless transmitting stations with your Vantage Pro or Vantage Pro Plus and want to designate one of them as Station No 1 instead of the ISS On the...

Page 22: ...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...

Page 23: ...le to display current wind direction in degrees 4 Use a reliable map or a landmark to determine in which direction S E W etc the anemometer arm is now pointing 5 Use the wind direction chart or compas...

Page 24: ...UK and OV Transmitter ID codes 8 user selectable License low power less than 1 mW no license required Primary power Solar power Davis solar charger Backup power CR 123A 3 volt lithium battery 2 year...

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