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3.4.1
Initial Display Console Set Up
Note:
The sensor array must be powered and updating before powering up the console, or the
console will give up searching for the sensors. Perform this step last.
Make certain the weather station sensor array is at least 10’ away from the console and within 300’ of
the console. If the weather station is too close or two far away, it will not receive a proper signal.
Insert three AA batteries into the battery compartment on the back of the display. After inserting the
batteries into the console, all of the LCD segments will light up for a few seconds to verify all
segments are operating properly.
The unit will instantly display indoor temperature, humidity, barometer, tendency, date and time.
The wind speed, rain, and outdoor temperature and humidity will update on the display within a few
minutes. Do not touch the LCD until the outside transmitter report in, otherwise the outdoor sensor
search mode will be terminated. When the outdoor transmitter data has been received, the console will
automatically switch to the normal mode from which all further settings can be performed.
If it does not update, please reference the troubleshooting guide in Section 8.
3.4.2
Sensor Operation Verification
The following steps verify proper operation of the sensors prior to installing the sensor array.
1.
Verify proper operation of the rain gauge
. Tip the sensor array back and forth several times.
You should hear a “clicking” sound within the rain gauge. Verify the rain reading on the
display console is not reading 0.00. Each “click” represents 0.01 inches of rainfall.
2.
Verify proper operating of the wind speed
. Rotate the wind cups manually or with a fan.
Verify the wind speed is not reading 0.0.
3.
Verify proper operation of the indoor and outdoor temperature
. Verify the indoor and
outdoor temperature match closely with the console and sensor array in the same location
(about 10’ apart). The sensors should be within 4°F (2°C) (the accuracy is ± 2°F / 1°C).
Allow about 30 minutes for both sensors to stabilize.
4.
Verify proper operation of the indoor and outdoor humidity
. Verify the indoor and
outdoor humidity match closely with the console and sensor array in the same location (about
10’ apart). The sensors should be within 8% (the accuracy is ± 4%). Allow about 30 minutes
for both sensors to stabilize.
4.
Weather Station Installation
4.1
Pre Installation Checkout
Before installing your weather station in the permanent location, we recommend operating the weather
station for one week in a temporary location with easy access. This will allow you to check out all of
the functions, insure proper operation, and familiarize you with the weather station and calibration
procedures. This will also allow you to test the wireless range of the weather station.
4.2
Site Survey
Perform a site survey before installing the weather station. Consider the following: