DAVIS 6322C installation manual Testing Wireless Transmission at ISS Location

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Testing Wireless Transmission at ISS Location

Locating the ISS and Anemometer

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For best reception, orient antennas so they are parallel to each other.

If your ISS is directly overhead, the orientation illustrated here might work best.

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If possible, align the pivot joints of both the ISS and the console antennas so that they are facing each other for maximum signal strength.

The ISS and console antennas do not rotate in a complete circle. Avoid forcing the antennas when rotating it.

Turn the gain on to improve reception of a weak signal. Refer to the Vantage Pro2 Console Manual for information on setting the console gain.

Consider using a Wireless Repeater (#7626 or #7627) or Long-Range Wireless Repeater (#7653 or #7654) to strengthen the signal or to increase the distance between the ISS and the console.

Testing Wireless Transmission at ISS Location

After a suitable place has been found for the wireless ISS, it is very important to test reception from the installation location before permanently mounting it there.

1.Set the ISS in the desired installation location.

2.Set the console in the desired location.

3.Press and hold TEMP and press HUM to display statistical and reception diagnostics on the console.

It’s a good idea to test the console’s reception anywhere that you might want to use or mount it now or in the future. Take your time. If you aren’t picking up a strong signal where you intend to place your console, try rotating the antenna on the con- sole and ISS or try moving the console and ISS to different positions.

Irregular terrain in the area may interfere with the signal. For example, if the ISS is mounted downhill from the console, the ground may block a large percentage of the transmitted signal.

4.Press and hold DONE to return to the Current Weather Mode when finished testing.

Note:

See the Troubleshooting section of the Vantage Pro2 Console Manual for information on how to

 

check wireless signal strength and for more information on troubleshooting reception problems.

 

 

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Contents Integrated Sensor Suite Installation Manual Contents Components IntroductionIncluded Components and Hardware Hardware Preparing the ISS for InstallationTools for Setup Assemble the Anemometer Check SIM Sensor Connections Check the Factory Installed Sensor Connections Open the SIM BoxConnect the Anemometer Cable to the SIM Verifying Communication with the Console Cabled ISS AssemblyApplying Power Troubleshooting Cabled ISS Communication Troubleshooting Cabled ISS CommunicationWireless ISS Assembly Applying Power to a Wireless ISSChecking Transmitter ID to eight different wireless stations. The defaultVerifying Data from the ISS Sensors Troubleshooting Wireless ISS ReceptionVerifying Data from the ISS Sensors Optional Changing ISS Transmitter ID Using Multiple Transmitting Stations Prepare the Rain Collector Preparing the ISS for InstallationClose the SIM Box Optional Insert the Metric Measurement Adapter Locating the ISS and Anemometer General ISS Siting GuidelinesAnemometer Siting Guidelines Locating the ISS and AnemometerOptional Wireless Transmission Considerations Optional Anemometer Cable Length ConsiderationsTesting Wireless Transmission at ISS Location Installing the ISS General ISS Installation Guidelinesping tape around both the cables and the pole Orient the Wind VaneInstallation Instructions Installing the ISS on a Flat SurfaceGeneral Guidelines for Installing on a Pole Installing the ISS on a PoleAccessories for Pole Mounting Option 2 Installing ISS Only Guidelines for Installing the ISS on a PoleOption 1 Installing ISS and Anemometer Together Finishing the Installation Additional Mounting OptionsExtending Wireless Transmission Range Level the Solar and UV SensorsRelocating the Anemometer Optional Wireless StationsExtending the Console Cable Cabled ISS Only Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the Radiation Shield4 Screw 3 Lock Washer Flat Washer Rain Collector BaseTroubleshooting Cleaning the Rain Collector ConeMost Common Rain Collector Problem Most Common Anemometer ProblemsContacting Davis Instruments To re-orientthe wind vane AppendicesAppendix A Re-orientingthe Wind Vane Appendix B Specifications Wireless ISSISS Weather Variable Update Intervals Cabled ISSSIM Board Display and Contents SENSORINTERFACE MODULE