7.6 Performing the Guided Accuracy Test (check measurement)
The “OTT Pluvio
2
S Software” flash drive is available as an accessory to the
OTT Pluvio
2
S (refer to Appendix E).
In addition to the Operating Instructions (PDF file), USB interface driver, and OTT
datalogger example configurations, this flash drive includes the OTT Pluvio
2
Oper-
ating Software. Alternatively, the individual files are found on our website
www.ott.com/resources for free download.
Using the OTT Pluvio
2
Operating Software, a Guided Accuracy Test may be per-
formed. Using this test, the OTT Pluvio
2
S can be easily and quickly checked for
proper operation on site.
In addition to this feature, other operations are provided by this Operating Software:
e.g. modify OTT Pluvio
2
S basic settings, start measurements, or update the
firmware.
Please note:
Perform the Accuracy Test on calm days without precipitation!
(Otherwise, the test will be affected by wind and unwanted precipitation.) The USB
interface also supplies operating voltage to the OTT Pluvio
2
S. No additional
power supply is required. However, if present, it does not have to be removed.
Preparatory work
Prerequisite: PC (notebook) running Microsoft Windows 7 or later operating system.
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Log on to the PC as an administrator
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Installing the OTT Pluvio
2
Operating Software:
– copy the file “setup.exe” into a directory of the PC;
– start the file “setupe.exe”
➝
the “InstallShield Wizard” (installation program)
opens;
– follow the installation instructions on the screen.
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Installing the USB interface driver (FTDI drivers):
– copy the file “CDM v2.12.00 WHQL Certified“
1)
into a directory of the PC;
– remove the USB interface cover and connect the OTT Pluvio
2
S to the PC via
the USB cable (included); refer to Fig. 21;
– complete the device driver installation wizard that is automatically started;
– start the file “CDM v2.12.00 WHQL Certified“
1)
.
1)
or higher release
USB interface
USB cable
Cover
Fig. 21: Connecting the OTT Pluvio
2
S
to the PC using the USB interface.
Once the PC supplies power to the
OTT Pluvio
2
S via the USB interface, a
green LED below the USB interface is lit.
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