DAVIS Vantage Pro ISS Retrofit Kit Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 1

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These instructions describe how to install the Vantage Pro

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 Fan-Aspirated 

Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS) Retrofit Kit.

This retrofit kit applies to all cabled and wireless versions of the fan-aspirated 
ISS.

Components

The Fan-Aspirated ISS Retrofit Kit includes the following components: 

• Externally-mounted SIM with housing

• Temperature/Humidity sensor module

• Rain Collector cable extension

• New SIM Power cable

• Splice kit to attach extension cables

• Mounting hardware for new SIM housing

Tools for Setup

In addition to the kit, you will need the following tools:

• Small Phillips-head screwdriver

• Pliers or other crimping tool

• Other hand tools depending on your installation

Tip: If your Wireless Fan-Aspirated ISS has been in service for over a year, this would 

be a good opportunity to replace the C-cell batteries used by the fan.

Installation Outline

Early version of the fan-aspirated ISS mounted the sensor interface module 
internally inside the radiation shield. Newer versions of the fan-aspirated ISS 
mount the SIM module in an external housing. The installation procedure for 
the two different versions are outlined separately below.

CAUTION:

Please work on your Vantage Pro ISS in a safe place. We strongly recommend 

that you remove the ISS from its installed position before beginning these steps.

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Summary of Contents for Vantage Pro ISS Retrofit Kit

Page 1: ...ousing Tools for Setup In addition to the kit you will need the following tools Small Phillips head screwdriver Pliers or other crimping tool Other hand tools depending on your installation Tip If you...

Page 2: ...9 Decommission the Old SIM Wireless models only 10 Test Communication between the ISS and the console 11 Mount the ISS and the SIM Housing 12 Return the old SIM to Davis ISS With Externally Mounted S...

Page 3: ...to disconnect the console cable from the ISS CAUTION Please work on your Vantage Pro ISS in a safe place 1 At your Vantage Pro console press and hold the DONE key and then press the down arrow key to...

Page 4: ...s from the SIM and remove the SIM The Sensor Interface Module SIM consists of a PC board and cover The SIM contains the ISS s sensor and communications electronics 1 Unplug all cables from the SIM Sen...

Page 5: ...section of the radiation shield Procedure 3 Mount the New Temp Hum Module 1 Remove the fan and fan deflector from the lower section of the radiation shield 2 Remove the old Temp Hum module from the r...

Page 6: ...rminal of the new SIM power cable into the junction board connector labeled VSIM Procedure 4 Re assemble the radiation shield 1 Line up the threaded rods on the upper section of the radiation shield w...

Page 7: ...e extension For the best connection note the following suggestions Try to place the spliced connections in a location shielded from rain When securing cables place a cable clip or tie on each side of...

Page 8: ...or base Procedure 7 Connect Sensor Cables to the New SIM The ISS sensors are connected by cables to the Sensor Interface Module SIM located inside the new SIM housing The SIM contains electronics that...

Page 9: ...Cabled versions of the ISS receives power from the console via the 100 30m cable that runs between them Plug the console cable into the SIM connector labeled CONSOLE UV SUN RAIN WIND 3 Volt Lithium B...

Page 10: ...erroneous data to your console change the DavisTalk transmitter DIP switch setting on the old board 1 Remove the battery from the old SIM 1 Use a pen or other device with a fine point to change the s...

Page 11: ...Mode by pressing and holding the DONE key while you press the down arrow key 2 Install the ISS in it s former location 3 Install the SIM housing adjacent to the ISS as shown in the illustra tions 4 Wh...

Page 12: ...ld SIM to Davis 1 Please return the old SIM and SIM housing if you have one in the Fan Aspirated ISS Retrofit Kit shipping box 2 Include the shipping paperwork you received with the Retrofit Kit 3 Shi...

Page 13: ...key and then press the down arrow key to put the console in Setup Mode This will pre vent the reception of erroneous rain counts from the rain collector 2 Open the SIM housing and unplug the anemomete...

Page 14: ...mounting bracket to the radia tion shield 5 Lift the mounting bracket off of the radiation shield Rain Collector Base 1 Screws 3 Lock Washers Flat Washers Mounting Bracket with Solar Panel SOLAR MODEL...

Page 15: ...rd 2 Screws 3 Lock Washers Flat Washers Closed Plate no hole in center Open Plate hole in center Solar Power Cable SOLAR MODELS Power Cable AC MODELS Sensor Cable Fan Plate Battery Compartment Mountin...

Page 16: ...Remove the old Temp Hum module from the radiation shield and replace with the new Temp Hum module 3 Reinstall the fan making sure the sensor cable is set into the cable channel Fan Unit Fan Deflector...

Page 17: ...ree screw holes and also being very careful not to move the top two 2 radiation shield plates Note Solar ISS Place the mounting bracket with the solar panel positioned opposite the location of the jun...

Page 18: ...1 Take one of the square rubber grommets from the bottom of the SIM hous ing and run the cables for the UV and Solar Radiation sensors through it if included on your station 2 Wireless ISS Run the SI...

Page 19: ...e that runs between them Plug the console cable into the SIM connector labeled CONSOLE Powering the Wireless ISS SIM Wireless versions of the ISS receive most of their power from the solar panel insta...

Page 20: ...ole by spinning the wind cups or turning the weather vane If your console is in Setup Mode you will need to exit Setup Mode to perform this test Exit Setup Mode by pressing and holding the DONE key Th...

Page 21: ...Installation Outline Page 21 1 4 Flat Washers 1 4 Lock Washers 1 4 x 1 1 2 Lag Screws 1 4 Flat Washer 1 4 Lock Washer 1 4 Hex Nut U Bolts...

Page 22: ...CA 94545 Troubleshooting Please contact Davis Technical Support if you have any questions or if you encounter problems installing the Fan Aspirated ISS Retrofit Kit Retrofit Kit Contacting Davis Instr...

Page 23: ...Troubleshooting Page 23...

Page 24: ...stallation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications...

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