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Manual | MET-LINK 

Status: Final | Not confidential 

  

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V20200225 

1  Applications 

Typical use of the MET-LINK device includes applications such as: 
 

1.  Quick & remote deployments. 
2.  Portable accurate weather readings. 
3.  Firefighting. 
4.  Tactical/defence. 
5.  Civil works and safety. 
6.  Wind related sports (paragliding). 
7.  Military 

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 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) launching. 

8.  Boat applications. 
9.  Police deployment. 
10. Pollution & chemical hazard. 

 

The MET-LINK system is a great reference tool for instant wind and weather checking. The freedom to 
port data directly to a phone, tablet or laptop offers the end user, work efficiencies and an ordered means 
of managing data. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Summary of Contents for MET-LINK

Page 1: ...al MET LINK Status Final Not confidential Page 1 31 V20200225 Manual MET LINK Version 20200225 Status Final Confidentiality Not confidential Date 25 February 2020 Author Ludovic Grosjean www observator com ...

Page 2: ...ions Observator Australia Document Controller 2017 11 13 Updated product images battery specification Observator Australia Document Controller 2018 04 09 Introduced document control Observator Australia Document Controller 2019 03 11 Replaced product images compress document images Observator Australia Document Controller 2019 07 12 Quality review Observator Australia Document Controller 2020 01 3...

Page 3: ...compact field instrument The sensor is connected to the wireless module for quick field or process reading Logged records can be exported directly from the Android application to email Drobox or any number of data destinations The MET LINK interface module provides rechargeable power to the sensor and manages wireless communication to a Bluetooth enabled Android device The sensor can be powered fo...

Page 4: ... interface 16 8 1 Activate the GPS location Bluetooth 16 8 2 Pair the sensor via Bluetooth 17 8 3 Launch the app connect to sensor 18 8 4 Record data 19 8 5 Export data 20 8 6 View a record 21 8 7 Comment on a record 22 8 8 Turn off MET LINK interface 23 8 9 Quit the application 23 8 10 Delete a record 24 8 11 Access additional information 25 8 12 Read the Bluetooth battery level 25 8 13 Export in...

Page 5: ...ting 4 Tactical defence 5 Civil works and safety 6 Wind related sports paragliding 7 Military Unmanned Aerial Vehicle UAV launching 8 Boat applications 9 Police deployment 10 Pollution chemical hazard The MET LINK system is a great reference tool for instant wind and weather checking The freedom to port data directly to a phone tablet or laptop offers the end user work efficiencies and an ordered ...

Page 6: ...vator MET LINK the sensor must be set up according to the installation instructions Always read and follow the Maximet instructions Always make sure to securely attach the MET LINK interface module After end of life please dispose this product according to your local regulations or return it to the manufacturer ...

Page 7: ...inal Not confidential Page 7 31 V20200225 3 Specifications MET LINK dimensions Length 424 3mm Diameter 142 72mm Connectivity MET LINK interface Bluetooth module Scalable Parallel Processor SPP profile up to one hundred meters ...

Page 8: ...s and gust Compass GPS optional gives height above sea level latitude and longitude GPS option Height above sea level m Mean Sea Level MSL pressure Parameters Temperature C F K Relative humidity RH g m3 g kg Barometric pressure hPa bar mm Hg Absolute humidity g m3 Wind speed m s km hr mph kts ft min Wind direction True apparent wind Android application features Adjustable parameter visualization w...

Page 9: ... km hr mph kts Ft min Wind direction Range 0 359 Accuracy 3 to 40m s 5 to 60m s Resolution 1 Sampling rate 1Hz Units degrees Temperature dew point Range 40 C to 70 C Accuracy 0 3 C 20 C Resolution 0 1 C Sampling rate 1Hz Units C F K Humidity Range 0 100 0 100 Accuracy 2 20 C 10 90 RH Resolution 1 Sampling rate 1Hz Units RH g m3 g kg Humidity Range 300 to 1100 Accuracy 0 5hPa 25 C Resolution 0 1hPa...

Page 10: ... 10 31 V20200225 4 Pinout wiring diagram Used pinout for MET LINK are Pin number Meaning 1 Not used 2 Supply Ve 3 Supply Ve 4 RS422 485 TxD 5 Not used 6 RS422 RS485 RxD 7 Not used 8 Not used 9 Not used Charging connector configuration Output 12 0V 1 0A ...

Page 11: ...V20200225 5 What you will find in the box When the product is delivered this is what you will find in the box Items found in the box Maximet sensor GMX 550 MET LINK interface module Charging cable MET LINK CHARGE Hex key Standard Li Ion battery MET LINK BATT ...

Page 12: ...nts offers a wide range of accessories for the MET LINK range of products These are directly available from the website also Accessories Spare Maximet sensor GMX 550 Spare charging adapter MET LINK CHARGE Spare Li Ion batteries MET LINK BATT Case MET LINK CASE Spare Bluetooth MET LINK interface module ...

Page 13: ...1 Unscrew the back cover of the MET LINK interface module using the hex key provided Switch on the long term storage switch using a small screw driver pin Connect the Li Ion battery to the MET LINK interface module normally installed when provided If not please follow the instructions described in the chapter 10 Maintenance calibration section 10 1 Battery replacement Note If storing the wireless ...

Page 14: ...lashing blue Bluetooth available for pairing Flashing green Device is paired Flashing red blue green Battery is charging or charged No LED MET LINK interface module off Flashing green red blue off MET LINK is being powered off 4 Run the application go to the chapter 8 Android application interface of this document Note In the event where the indicator is not lighting up ensure that the MET LINK in...

Page 15: ... to indicate that the battery is charging 3 We highly recommend to use the application to monitor the battery level please refer to section 8 12 Read the Bluetooth battery level in the chapter 8 Android application interface 4 When the battery is fully charged disconnect the charging cable Note The best way to verify if the battery is fully charged is to use the Android application to monitor the ...

Page 16: ...NK Status Final Not confidential Page 16 31 V20200225 8 Android application interface 8 1 Activate the GPS location Bluetooth 1 Go to your phone options 2 Activate the GPS location of your phone 3 Activate Bluetooth ...

Page 17: ...tton Make sure that the blue LED indicator turns on 2 Go to the Bluetooth settings scan to find the new device Select the new sensor to pair and press pair 3 Wait while pairing the sensor 4 Allow pairing by pressing OK 5 The sensor is now shown as paired You can now run the MET LINK application Note Step 2 to 5 are to be completed only at the first time when you connect a new sensor Blue indicator...

Page 18: ... load 3 Search for the device to connect to by pressing on Find Device If you cannot see the device make sure that the MET LINK interface module is available and the blue LED is on 4 Select device from the available list You will notice the LED indicator turns green when the app is successfully connected to the module Note If you want to turn off the module make sure you disconnect the wireless mo...

Page 19: ...select Logging menu 2 Press on Start Logging to start the record 3 A record message will be displayed while recording Press Stop Logging when required 4 If the user did not take a picture the application will offer the user to record a picture on the database press OK 5 Take a picture 6 Press SAVE to save the picture in the database Alternatively press DISCARD to take another picture ...

Page 20: ... Select View records menu 3 View records menu will display the records available from the most recent to the oldest Click on the icon of the selected record to display options 4 Select Export option 5 Select your export method 6 Compose your email including the recipient and click on the send button to send the log file and the pictures attached ...

Page 21: ... recent to the oldest Click on any record to display the logged data 3 The reading displays a record of all wind measurements Click on the graph to access individual measurements Alternatively click on the drop down menu to select which graph you want to visualize 4 Select which graph you want to display from the available choices 5 Scroll down to see attachments pictures GPS map or comments ...

Page 22: ... Status Final Not confidential Page 22 31 V20200225 8 7 Comment on a record 1 Follow steps 1 2 of the previous section View a Record 2 Type your comments in the comments box 3 Press the green icon to save your comment ...

Page 23: ...t the sensor This will immediately turn off the MET LINK interface module and turn off the Bluetooth LED indicator 8 9 Quit the application 1 You can quit the application at any time by pressing on the return button of your phone 2 Click on OK to confirm that you are ready to shut down the application This action will immediately turn off the MET LINK interface module Note Unplugging the sensor fr...

Page 24: ...5 8 10 Delete a record 1 On the menu select View records menu 2 View records menu will display the records available from the most recent to the oldest Click on the icon of the selected record to display options 3 Select Delete 4 Select OK to confirm and delete data ...

Page 25: ...ight corner 2 Select More to access the drop down menu 3 Documentation links are available on the Download buttons 8 12 Read the Bluetooth battery level 1 On the menu page select Live data menu 2 The battery level is displayed in the top right hand corner 3 When Bluetooth Interface module is charging sensor real time data is no longer available ...

Page 26: ... into your local folder 3 To open the file search on your local folder 4 Select and open the csv file using Excel or equivalent 5 Open the csv file to view the logged data The file name includes the date and timestamp of the recording Comments and picture names are displayed in the header Wind speed wind direction temperature pressure humidity longitude and latitude data are displayed in columns a...

Page 27: ...nsors 1 Start by considering the environment of operation always wear appropriate safety equipment in safe operating conditions 2 Install the module on the tripod and make sure the sensor is securely attached and steady NB In a simple application the sensor can be held while performing the measurement ...

Page 28: ...live data disconnect and reconnect the sensor to the MET LINK interface module and start the application again 9 2 Retrieve the sensor Carefully remove the sensor from the tripod Make sure the sensor is dry and store the sensor in appropriate conditions After each use do not disconnect the sensor from the Bluetooth interface module Note We highly recommend to verify the reading by doing the measur...

Page 29: ...0200225 10 Maintenance calibration 10 1 Battery replacement 1 Please unscrew the cover of the Bluetooth interface module 2 Disconnect the Lithium Ion battery pack by pulling the battery up Warning remove the battery gently in order not to bend the charging pins ...

Page 30: ...products we highly recommend to switch off the long term storage internal switch of the Bluetooth interface module Note The internal switch should be only used to turn off the unit if the device is in storage more than 6 months or when transporting by air Normally it is best to leave it on the ON position with the cover closed at all times Switch off the long term storage switch using a small scre...

Page 31: ...s evolved to be a trend setting developer and supplier in a wide variety of industries Originating from the Netherlands Observator has grown into an internationally oriented company with a worldwide distribution network and offices in Australia Germany the Netherlands Singapore and the United Kingdom www observator com ...

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