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Cable connection between the wind sensor and
the thermo-hygro transmitter
OPTIONAL
Wireless transmission at
915 MHz–rain gauge to
weather station
Wireless transmission
at 915 MHz—thermo-
hygro transmitter to
weather station
View MIN/MAX data
by pressing the MIN/MAX button in normal weather station mode.
Reset MIN/MAX Data:
Reset each set of minimum and maximum data independently.
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Press MIN/MAX button to show the desired weather data.
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Press and hold the SET/MODE button for about 2 seconds, then the 'RESET' icon will appear at the bottom part of the LCD.
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Press the PLUS button once, then the stored value will be reset to the current value and current time.
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Press the ALARM button to return to normal weather station mode.
Total Rainfall
The TOTAL RAINFALL measurement is displayed in the fourth section of the LCD, in the unit of mm or inch. This is the total rainfall accumulated since last
reset of the Weather Station.
In normal weather station mode, press the MIN/MAX button 14 times to show the Total Rainfall value. The 'RESET' icon will also be shown at the same time.
To Reset the Rainfall reading, press the PLUS button once when the Rainfall value and 'Reset' icon is shown. Then the total rainfall amount will be reset to 0,
and the time updated to current time. The 24 hour rain cannot be reset.
MOUNT SENSORS AND PLACEMENT OF WEATHER STATION
IMPORTANT:
Ensure that all of the sensor data can be received at the intended mounting locations before you drill mounting holes. The outdoor sensors
have a wireless range of
330 feet.
Keep in mind that the
330 foot
range equates to an
open air
scenario with no obstructions. Each obstruction (roof, walls,
floors, ceilings, etc.) will reduce the range.
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The
thermo-hygro
sensor measures outdoor temperature & humidity and receives the data from the wind sensor, then sends the data to the weather
station. The thermo-hygro sensor must be within the
330 foot
wireless range of the weather station.
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The
wind sensor
measures wind speed, and wind gust. This information is transmitted to the thermo-hygro sensor by the 32 foot cable, hardwired to the
wind sensor, with a connector head that plugs into the port on the thermo-hygro sensor. The batteries in the thermo-hygro sensor provide power for the
wind sensor.
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The optional wireless
rain gauge
sends the data directly to the weather station. The rain gauge must be within the
330 foot
wireless range of the
weather station.
If the sensor wireless icons
drop from the weather station as you move them into their intended locations, the sensors may be too far from the weather
station. Try moving the weather station or the sensors closer and wait a few minutes to see if the wireless icons
weather station again. If the wireless icons
are still not displayed after re-positioning the sensors or the weather station, remove all batteries for 15 minutes and complete the setup procedure from
step 2.
WIND:
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The Wind sensor should be within 30 feet of the thermo-hygro sensor to allow a secure cable connection with a drip loop. Cups should be on the bottom.
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Carefully thread the Wind Cable through the mast holder and be sure the cable fits in the slot or hole at the end, designed to prevent the cable from
being pinched.
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Straight mast holder:
Be sure the mast holder is positioned correctly before locking into the Wind sensor. This is a secure lock that takes time and
patience to undue.
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Elbow mast holder:
Double-check that the wind sensor, elbow mast holder and straight mast holder are positioned correctly before locking together.
This is a secure lock that takes time and patience to undue.
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Fasten the wind sensor to a suitable mast using the U-bolt, washers and nuts included.
Note:
Mount the wind sensor onto a mast so the wind can reach the sensor unobstructed 50 feet in all directions, for an accurate reading. The ideal mast
is between 0.62" and 1.3” in diameter.
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Do not
wrap sensor cable around mast. Secure cable in a straight line down the mast and over to the thermo-hygro sensor.
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Note:
Do not over tighten the U-bolts around the mast attached to the mast holder, as that can crack the mast holder.
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Cable:
Extra sensor cable should be wound up tightly as it was in the package. Then squeeze the cable together and secure with a tie. Loose coils or
cable wrapped around a pole will create a magnetic field that can interfere with the signal.
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Drip Loop:
Allow enough cable to hang below the port on the thermo-hygro sensor and secure to cord. Failure to allow a drip loop may result in water
following the sensor cable into the port of the thermo-hygro sensor, which would ruin two sensors.
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Secure
the entire sensor cable from blowing around. Use the hooks designed for holiday lights, twist ties or zip ties. Run the sensor cable in a straight,
level line from the wind sensor to the thermo-hygro sensor. Secure the cable at regular intervals to avoid dragging on the wind sensor or dragging on the
connection to the thermo-hygro sensor.
Roof Mounting:
In most cases, at least 6 ft above the peak of the roof (or more) is required for accurate readings. Avoid tall trees or other obstructions that
may block or reflect the wind. A 50 foot clearance in all directions is best.
Ground Mounting:
Place at least 6 feet up on a pole in an open area—higher is better. The wind sensor should be the highest item in the immediate area.
An ideal location to mount the wind sensor is away from all obstacles that will block wind activity, such as trees and houses. A 50 foot clearance in all
directions is best.
THERMO-HYGRO SENSOR:
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The Thermo-hygro sensor transmits directly to the indoor weather station, and must be in range of the cable from the wind sensor. When considering the
distance from the weather station (330 feet open air), cut that distance in half for each wall, window, tree, bush or other obstruction in the signal path.
Closer is better. Material such as stucco or metal will absorb a wireless signal. Windows can reflect the signal.
Wind
