Sutron
Corporation
SDI
‐
TB
Users
Manual
Rev.
1.1
5/24/2018
pg.
3
1.
Introduction
The
SDI
‐
TB
is
an
ultra
low
power,
compact
and
rugged
SDI
‐
12
rain
gauge
sensor.
It
can
be
configured
to
work
with
most
tipping
bucket
sizes
and
configurations
and
supports
a
correction
polynomial
for
high
rainfall
rate
compensation.
The
SDI
‐
TB
also
has
numerous
built
in
features
like
programmable
daily
rainfall
reset
time,
programmable
yearly
reset.
The
SDI
‐
TB
sensor
has
a
backup
power
source
that
permits
un
‐
interrupted
operation
for
up
to
10
hours
in
case
SDI
‐
12
power
is
lost.
2.
Quick
Start
2.1
Unpacking
Remove
SDI
‐
TB
sensor
from
the
shipping
container
and
visually
inspect
the
unit
for
signs
of
damage
during
shipment.
Report
any
such
damage
to
the
factory
immediately
to
ensure
a
prompt
response
and
resolution.
Retain
one
shipping
container
in
the
event
a
factory
return
is
necessary.
Please
note
that
if
a
return
is
required,
a
return
material
authorization
(RMA)
number
is
required.
To
get
this
RMA
number,
call
the
Sutron
Customer
Service
Department
at
703
‐
406
‐
2800.
