Gill Instruments Ltd
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WindObserver 65
Page 8
Issue 4
Doc. No. 1390-PS-0039
June 2016
5.3.
Installation requirements
Host system
- One of the following:
PC with an internal or external interface compatible with the RS422 output from
the WindObserver 65.
Gill WindDisplay.
Other equipment with I/O compatibility to the WindObserver 65 option selected.
For example if the unit has Analogue outputs, a Data Logger, Chart Recorder, or PC
fitted with an ADC card.
Networking - Multiple WindObserver 65 units can be networked
Software
- One of the following:
Gill Wind Software used as a Terminal program only (Wizard and Sync Comms
not applicable). Wind will run on PC’s up to and including Windows 10 and can be
downloaded free from:-
http://www.gillinstruments.com/main/software.html
HyperTerminal (supplied with Windows™ 9x to XP).
Other Terminal Emulation software packages
Cable and Junctions Box
To connect between the WindObserver 65 and the host system. The unit is supplied with a
base mounted connector system or flying cable options (requiring a mast mounted
junction box (not provided)) for onward connection.
If using a flying cable option it must be retained with a cable tie within 150mm of the base
of the anemometer.
Mounting Bracket
The WindObserver 65 can be supplied with a short or long base mount to use with a
mounting bracket (not provided). The WindObserver 65 can be attached to the bracket via
the four tapped holes in the base mount fitted to the unit. The gasket supplied can be fitted
between the sensor and its mounting bracket when it is important to minimise the effects
of corrosion should two dissimilar metals be used.
In the event that the mounting bracket supplied by the customer is not flat or does not
form complete support for the anemometer base; the customer must fit a mounting ring as
shown in Figure 2.
Mounting Pole
The WindObserver 65 can be supplied with a pole mount that provides the option to attach
to a pole with or without a thread (pole not provided). The WindObserver 65 can be
retained to the pole via the three tapped holes in the pole mount fitted to the unit.
