Gill Instruments Limited
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MetStream 100
Page 7
Issue 2
Doc. No. 1955-PS-001
March 2016
Packaging
4.3
Whilst the MetStream 100 is being moved to its installation site, the unit should be kept in
its packaging. Retain the packaging for use if the unit has to be moved or returned to Gill
Instruments.
Installation requirements
4.4
4.4.1
Host system
Select from the following:
Router with Ethernet input. Or
Wi Fi Modem with Ethernet input. Or.
LAN Ethernet input.
Plus:-
PC with Wi Fi or Ethernet input to view MetStream Data.
Internet Browser (we recommend Firefox, Chrome or IE9.0 or later)
Optional USB 2.0/3.0 data stick to export store logged data.
Gill Instruments MetPak or MaxiMet Range Unit set for ASCII, RS232, and
RS422 output (see
http://www.gillinstruments.com/products/anemometer/weather-
station-range.htm
for the range of MetPak units or
http://gillinstruments.com/products/anemometer/maximet-compact-weather-
stations.html
for MaxiMet units).
4.4.2
Software
Gill MScan Software to detect the MetStream IP address.
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Note MScan app works on Windows devices.
4.4.3
Cables
To connect MetStream to the host unit (e.g. MetStream 100 to a MetPak
unit).
Use a suitable RS232 or RS422/485 cable, there are restrictions on cable type and
length for suitable operation, refer to the connecting equipment Manual.
To connect the MetStream 100 to an Ethernet port.
Use a CAT 5, CAT5e or CAT 6 cable to connect between the MetStream 100 and
the user interface equipment.
Ethernet cables of up to 100 metres can be supported.
A 2 Metre Ethernet test cable is supplied (non-crossover type).
To connect the MetStream 100 directly to a PC.
Use a CAT 5, CAT5e or CAT 6 crossover cable to connect between the MetStream
100 and the PC Ethernet port.
Ethernet cables of up to 100 metres can be supported.
A 1 Metre Ethernet crossover test cable is supplied.
To connect DC power to the MetStream unit
A 12v dc power supply and lead with wired connector are supplied otherwise use a
cable suitable for connecting a dc supply of nominally 12v dc (1 amp
recommended). If requiring full current then take into account volt drops if a long
cable run is needed.