WXLINE Strike Guard, User Manual

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four years. To ensure total immunity from lightning disruption of communications during
a local thunderstorm, the Strike Guard Sensor is connected to the Strike Guard Lightning
Data Receiver via a non-conducting, fiber-optic link.
The Strike Guard Lightning Warning System is designed for easy installation using a
minimum of tools and specialized knowledge.
B. ABOUT THE STRIKE VIEW SOFTWARE
The optional Strike View Software provides lightning data display features that
complement and expand on the capabilities of the LDR.
The computer running Strike View is normally connected to the fiber-optic (FIBER OUT)
transmitter (blue connector) on the Lightning Data Receiver, or directly to the Strike
Guard Lightning Sensor via fiber-optic cable and the Strike Guard RS-232 to Fiber-optic
Converter (the “Converter”). Strike View provides data display, data logging functions,
and Email notification.
C. STORING FOR MAXIMUM BATTERY LIFE
Always store the Strike Guard Lightning Warning System package in the upright position
as indicated on the outside of the factory-shipping box. When storing a Strike Guard
Sensor alone, use the interior box with foam protection and make sure that the Sensor is
stored in the upside-down position (with the glass diffuser pointing down). Battery power
is switched off when the Sensor is turned upside down.
D. UNPACKING AND CONTENTS OF THIS PACKAGE
Carefully unpack the carton containing the Strike Guard Lightning Warning System
components. Save the smaller inner boxes and custom foam protection in case the
product is returned or stored for any reason.
NOTE
If the Strike Guard System is shipped with a WAVE Siren System
that includes a Wxline Equipment Indoor Bulkhead (WxEIB), a
different packing scheme is used.
Make sure that the following items are included in the package:
1. Strike Guard Lightning Sensor
2. Strike Guard Lightning Data Receiver
3. 30 m (98.5 ft) length of fiber-optic cable (or custom-ordered length)
4. A mounting tripod and mast
5. A package of pitch-pads and ¼-inch lag-bolts for tripod roof mounting
6. A package of Sensor mounting brackets and mounting hardware
7. Strike View Software Installation thumb-drive
If Strike View Software was purchased, the shipment also contains:
8. Strike Guard RS-232 to Fiber-optic Converter
9. 10 m length of fiber-optic cable (or custom-ordered length)
NOTE
Instructions for Strike View Software and related accessories can
be found in the Strike View Software User’s Guide.
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