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  • Page 1 O r i o n W e a t h e r S t a t i o n U s e r M a n u a l...
  • Page 2 Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Orion Weather Stations™ User Manual Version 3.02 Serial Number: ___________________ Date Purchased: __________________ All specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in U. S. A. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 3 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ © Copyright 2017 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Proprietary Notice: Orion, Capricorn 2000, Capricorn 2000MP, Capricorn 2000EX, Capricorn FLX, Magellan, Magellan MX, Vela, and Pulsar Weather Stations are trademarks of Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 4: Welcome

    Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of an Orion Weather Station. Please read this manual completely prior to installation. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 5 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 6: Important Notice: Shipping Damage

    3. Request the transport company’s representative inspect the shipment personally. 4. After inspection, request a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) from Columbia Weather Systems by calling (503) 629-0887. 5. Return approved items to us at the following address: Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 7: Esd Protection

    2. Always hold the boards by the edges and avoid touching the component contacts. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    ................ 21 RION ENSOR RANSMITTER Sensor Transmitter Components ..............22 Orion (complete/536 model) ..............24 Orion 531 ....................27 Orion LT (532) ................... 29 Orion 533 ....................31 Orion 534 ....................33 Orion 535 ....................35 Mounting Adapter ..................37 Internal Terminal Block ................
  • Page 9 RIPOD AND IEDOWN Tripod Parts List: ..................81 Specifications ..................... 82 RS-232 Interface Module ................83 Installing the Mounting Adapter ..............84 ..................84 NSTRUCTIONS Site Selection: .................... 84 Mast Set Up and Sensor Alignment: ............85 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 10 Aspirating Radiation Shield ..............106 Barometric Pressure ................106 Celsius Temperature Scale............... 106 Dew Point ....................106 Density Altitude ..................106 Fahrenheit Temperature Scale ..............106 Global Radiation ..................107 Heat Index ....................107 Pyranometer ..................... 107 Relative Humidity..................107 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 11 ONVERSION Speed ......................108 Temperature ..................... 108 Distance ....................108 Pressure ....................108 ................109 ABLES AND ORMULAS Wind Chill Chart ..................109 Wind Chill Equation ................110 Heat Index ....................111 Dew Point ....................112 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 12: Section 1: Introduction

    Software, as well as with third-party software. The Weather MicroServer is available for Ethernet connectivity, Modbus/TCP, Modbus RTU and SNMP interface, DNP3 Ethernet, BACnet, Weather Underground, Anything Weather and CWOP interface, XML weather data, and FTP. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Resolution: 0.1 mph Units Available: knots, mph, km/hr, m/s Wind Direction Azimuth: 0-360° Accuracy: ±3° Resolution: 1° Units Available: ° Azimuth Relative Humidity Range: 0 - 100% Accuracy: ±3% (0-90%), 5% (90-100%) Resolution: 1% Units Available: %RH Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 14: Temperature

    ±0.03 InHg (1 hPa) at -60 to 140°F (-52 to 60°C) Resolution: 0.01 InHg (0.1 hPa) Units Available: Kpa, mbar, InHg Precipitation Range: cumulative Collection Area: 602cm Accuracy: ±5% (spatial variations may exist) Resolution 0.001 in. (0.0254mm) Units Available: mm, inches Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 15: Input Voltage

    Heating Power Source Input: 5 to 30 VDC (1.1 A at 12 VDC) Sensor Housing Protection class: IP66 (with mounting adapter) Materials: Polycarbonate + 20% glass fiber, stainless steel (AISI 316) Weight: 650 g (1.43 lbs) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 16: Emc Compliance

    Surge 2 kV IEC 60945 Conducted RF immunity IEC 60945 Conducted low 10 %Vnom frequency interference immunity IEC 60945 Extreme power -10 % +30 % supply variation IEC 60945 Power supply 3 times 60 s failure Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 17 - Performance: A = Normal performance B = Temporary degradation (self-recoverable) C = Temporary degradation (operator intervention needed) D = not recoverable - Within frequency range 600 ... 700 MHz immunity for PTU is 8 V/m. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 18: Principles Of Measurements

    The wind speed is represented as a scalar speed in selected units (m/s, kt, mph, km/h). The wind direction is expressed in degrees (°). The wind Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 19: Barometric Pressure, Temperature, And Humidity (Ptu) Module

    The white outer surface reflects radiation, while the black inside absorbs accumulated heat. The internal sensor module is easily replaceable and readily available as a spare component. To order a replacement module, please use Part No. 9581. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 20: Rainfall Measurement

    Advanced noise filtering technique is used to filter out signals originating from other sources than raindrops. The measured parameter is accumulated rainfall. Detection of each individual drop enables computing of rain amount with high resolution. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 21 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 22: Section 2: Physical Description

    Please reference the chart below to identify your specific model. Sensors by Orion 532 (LT) Model # (536) Temperature Relative Humidity Barometric Pressure Wind Speed Wind Direction Rainfall Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 23: Sensor Transmitter Components

    Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Sensor Transmitter Components 1: Top of the transmitter 2: Radiation Shield 3: Bottom of the transmitter 4: Screw cover Cut Away View 1: Wind Transducers (3 pcs) 2: Precipitation Sensor Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 24 3: Pressure sensor inside the Sensor Module 4: Humidity and temperature sensor inside the Sensor Module Bottom of the Transmitter 1: Alignment direction sign 2: Service port 3: Watertight cable gland 4: Unused cable gland, covered 5: Optional M12 connector Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 25: Orion (Complete/536 Model)

    The standard Orion Sensor Transmitter measures wind speed and direction, temperature, relative humidity, barometric pressure and rainfall. The temperature, relative humidity and barometric pressure sensors are combined in a single module housed in a self-aspirating radiation shield. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 26 Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Orion (complete) Dimensions Dimensions in mm (inches) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 27 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Top and bottom view Dimensions in mm (inches) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 28: Orion 531

    Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Orion 531 The Orion 531 Sensor Transmitter measures rainfall using an impact rain sensor. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 29 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Orion 531 Dimensions Top and bottom view Dimensions in mm (inches) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 30: Orion Lt (532)

    Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Orion LT (532) The Orion LT Sensor Transmitter measures wind speed and direction using an ultrasonic wind sensor. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 31 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Orion LT (532) Dimensions Top and bottom view Dimensions in mm (inches) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 32: Orion 533

    Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Orion 533 The Orion 533 Sensor Transmitter measures wind speed and direction using an ultrasonic wind sensor. The sensor also measures rainfall using an impact rain sensor. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 33 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Orion 533 Dimensions Top and bottom view Dimensions in mm (inches) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 34: Orion 534

    Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Orion 534 The Orion 534 Sensor Transmitter measures temperature, relative humidity, barometric pressure. The sensors are combined in a single module housed in a self-aspirating radiation shield. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 35 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Orion 534 Dimensions Top and bottom view Dimensions in mm (inches) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 36: Orion 535

    The Orion 535 Sensor Transmitter measures temperature, relative humidity, barometric pressure. The sensors are combined in a single module housed in a self-aspirating radiation shield. The Orion 535 also measures rainfall using an impact rain sensor. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 37 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Orion 535 Dimensions Top and bottom view Dimensions in mm (inches) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 38: Mounting Adapter

    The north alignment needs to be performed only once. 1. Mounting Adapter with adapter sleeve for Ø1.05” mast 2. Mounting Adapter without adapter sleeve for Ø1.18” mast Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 39: Internal Terminal Block

    The sensor transmitter is shipped with a one (1) foot cable terminated by an 8-pin connector half. This cable is connected to the sensor transmitter (at the factory) via a terminal block. 1: Grounding jumper (remove for ship marine applications). Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 40: Heating (Optional)

     When ambient temperature (Ta) falls below +4 °C, heating is enabled.  Heating keeps T > +4 °C until T < -1 °C  Heating keeps T > 0 °C until T < -15 °C Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 41: Interface Module

    LED is a data indicator. In normal operation, the red LED will flash every second to indicate a data record being transmitted. The green LED will remain solid to indicate power is being supplied to the Orion sensor transmitter. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 42: Surge/Lightning Protector

    Both differential and common mode protection on each channel  Filtering against HF and RF noise  Two power channels and two data channels  Environmental protection class IP66 Part Number: 8355 Includes adjustable mounting kit Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 43: Weathermaster Software (Optional)

    WeatherMaster utilizes Microsoft Access database for easy data access and manipulation. Please refer to the WeatherMaster user manual for installation and operation procedures. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 44: Weather Display Console (Optional)

    Screens can be factory-customized to meet specialized market and industry requirements. The Weather Display is also available in a 19” rack-mount chassis and a panel-mount configuration. Please refer to the Weather Display Console user manual for more information. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 45: Weather Microserver (Optional)

    Weather Underground & Anything Weather interface  CWOP interface  Years’ worth of data logging at 1-minute interval  Interface to optional visibility, solar radiation sensors, and temperature sensors Please refer to the Weather MicroServer user manual for more information. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 46: Section 3: Fixed Mount Installation

    The Fixed Mount Orion Weather Station can be installed in multiple configurations depending on communication options, power availability and viewing options. Cabled System with multiple monitoring options The following is an example of a cabled configuration. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 47 The 2.4GHz transceivers are capable of communicating at a distance of 1 mile with a clear line-of-sight. The 900MHz transceivers are capable of communicating at a distance of 20 miles with a clear line-of-sight. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 48 The following is an example of a solar powered configuration. The Orion Sensor is powered by a solar power system which depending upon the configuration includes a 20 Watt solar panel and 36 Amp-hour battery or 40 Watt solar panel and 58 Amp-hour battery. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 49 The 2.4GHz transceivers are capable of communicating at a distance of 1 mile with a clear line-of-sight. The 900MHz transceivers are capable of communicating at a distance of 20 miles with a clear line-of-sight. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 50: Installation Overview

     6-foot RS-232 cable + additional cable length if ordered 2. Weather Display Console (Optional)  Display Console  Power supply  6-foot RS-232 cable + additional cable length if ordered  User manual 3. WeatherMaster software and user manual (Optional) 4. Weather MicroServer (Optional) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 51 NOTE: Save the shipping carton and packing material in case the unit needs to be returned to the factory. If the system does not operate or calibrate properly, see Maintenance and Troubleshooting sections, for further instructions. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 52: Installing The Orion Sensor Transmitter

    If the mounting hardware is not obtained from the factory, be certain to use metal parts which are plated or galvanized to assure maximum longevity. Secure the mast to the roof, using guy wires with sufficient tensile strength or to building wall using a wall-mount hardware kit. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 53: Routing Cable

    (A good solder splice, and water proof insulation are essential; merely twisting the respective wires together is not adequate.) Additional cable (Part No. 81547) is available from the factory. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 54: Installing The Mounting Adapter

    Wind direction can be referenced to true north, which uses the earth’s geographic meridians, or magnetic north, which is read with a magnetic compass. The magnetic declination is the difference in degrees between the true north and magnetic north. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 55 3. Tighten the fixing screw on the mounting adapter when done. Once the sensor transmitter is aligned to north, the transmitter can be removed from the mounting adapter without losing the north orientation. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 56: Installing The Surge Arrestor

    6. Tighten the fastener’s screw in order to secure the unit to the pole. 7. If the mast is not grounded, ground the unit using the grounding screw located on the back of the unit with an AWG 6 (16 mm copper wire. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 57: Connecting The Sensor Transmitter To The Interface Module

    Orange * For optional heater For heated sensor transmitters, connect the brown wire along with the red wire to position 1 and connect the blue wire along with the white and bare wires to terminal 2. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 58: Optional Sensor Mounting Hardware

    To install, insert the legs into the main body and secure with stainless steel retainer pins. Extend the mast to the desired height and insert another retainer pin. Install the guy wires to complete the set-up. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 59: Specifications

    3 Wires and Turnbuckles Anchor Screw with Chain Clamp with Strap Specifications Capacity: Supports up to 60 lbs. Shipping Weight: 17 lbs Shipping Box Dimensions: 71" x 9" x 9" Tripod and Tiedown Kit Part Number: 88019 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 60: Sensor Mast

    1/4" x 2 1/4" (for comp. roofs) Guy Wire Clamp, 1/8" 88070 Steel Guy Wire, Galvanized 50ft. 88080 Eye Bolt Wood Screws, 1/4" x 3" 88090 Turnbuckles, 6" open x 4" closed (not shown) 3 88100 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 61: Wall Mounting

    The figure and table below illustrates and describes the individual parts in the Wall Mounting Kit (Part No. 88003). Individual parts are also available. Description Ref. Qty. Part No. Mast, 10 ft. 88005 4" Wall Mount Bracket 88120 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 62 Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 63 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 64: Section 4: Vehicle Mount Installation

    Installing the telescoping mast and truck-mount brackets Installing the vehicle mount connector and routing cable Installing the Interface Module Installing and connecting the Weather Display Console and Computer Software Installing the Orion sensor transmitter and Quick-North Orientation Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 65: Unpacking The Unit

    Inspect all system components for obvious shipping damage (Refer to “Important Notice: Shipping Damage” in case of damage). Save the shipping carton and packing material in case the unit needs to be returned to the factory. If the system does not operate or calibrate Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 66: Installing The Telescoping Mast And Vehicle-Mount Brackets

    5. To extend the mast, locate the large textured locking ring at the top of the nested mast. This ring loosens and tightens the mast extension. A counter-clockwise rotation loosens the ring and allows the mast to be fully extended. Clockwise ring rotation tightens the extension in place. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 67 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 68: Installing Vehicle Mount Sensor Connector And Routing Cable

    4. Connect the cable to the 3-position connectors, as listed in the chart below. 5. Affix the connector with mounting screws on the external side of the vehicle and ensure the associated all-weather connector cap is securely attached. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 69: Installing The Interface Module

    Using a #1 Straight Slot screwdriver, attach the wires from the end of the sensor cable to the terminal block screws on the Interface Module as follows: Terminal Number Signal Color +12 V Ground White and Bare No Connection Signal Ground Green Black Orange Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 70: Connecting The Weather Display Console And Computer

    1 or 2. On the computer end, the DB-9 connector is plugged into the computer serial port (normally COM port 1). If the computer does not have a serial port, then a USB to Serial Port converter will be needed. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 71: Installing The Sensor Transmitter And North Orientation

    4. Align the transmitter in such a way that the arrow (on the underside of the transmitter) points to the front of the vehicle (see North Alignment). 5. Tighten the Allen screw  to firmly and permanently fix the adapter firmly to the sleeve adapter. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 72: North Alignment

    Wind direction can refer to either Magnetic North, which is read with a magnetic compass, or True North, which uses the earth’s geographic meridians. The magnetic declination is the difference in degrees between the true north and magnetic north. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 73 3. Tighten the fixing screw on the mounting adapter when done. Once the sensor transmitter is aligned to north, the transmitter can be removed from the mounting adapter without losing the north orientation. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 74 Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 75 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 76: Section 5: Orion Nomad Portable Installation

    Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ SECTION 5: ORION NOMAD PORTABLE INSTALLATION The Orion Weather Station can be configured as a portable system for rapid deployment applications. Orion Nomad System Configurations Orion Nomad with WeatherMaster Software: Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 77 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Orion Nomad with Weather Display Console: Orion Nomad with WeatherMaster Software and Weather Display Console: Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 78: Orion Nomad With Datalogging

    MicroServer inside of the carrying case. To retrieve the data the MicroServer can be accessed directly through the Etherenet port on the carrying case. Please refer to the MicroServer User Manual for more information. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 79: Unpacking The Unit

     6-foot computer cable 6. Weather MicroServer (Optional)  MicroServer  User manual  7-foot Ethernet cable  Power supply Inspect all system components for obvious shipping damage (Refer to “Important Notice: Shipping Damage” in case of damage). Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 80: Orion Carrying Case

    The Orion Nomad carrying case stores the sensor head, batteries, transceivers and other accessories. It serves as a weatherproof enclosure with a wiring harness, antenna, and connection to the sensor head for power and communication via the wireless transceiver. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 81: Telecscoping Tripod And Tiedown Kit

    Constructed from welded aluminum and powder coated for appearance and longevity, the 15-pound tripod can easily support up to 60 pounds of equipment. An optional tie-down kit allows for additional security in high- wind areas. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 82: Tripod Parts List

    Install the guy wires to complete the set-up. Tripod Parts List: Description Ref. Qty. Body/Mast Assembly Legs Retainer Pins Guy Wire Ring with 3 Wires and Turnbuckles Anchor Screw with Chain Clamp with Strap Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 83: Specifications

    Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Specifications Capacity: Supports up to 60 lbs. Shipping Weight: 17 lbs Shipping Box Dimensions: 71" x 9" x 9" Tripod and Tiedown Kit Catalog Number: 88019 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 84: Rs-232 Interface Module

    Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ RS-232 Interface Module The RS-232 Interface Module connects up to four devices to the wireless transceiver, such as computers, display consoles and other such devices. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 85: Installing The Mounting Adapter

    3-miles (Line of Sight - LOS) away from where the weather data is viewed. 2. Site location should be away from trees, buildings or other obstructions that will alter accurate wind direction and speed- readings. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 86: Mast Set Up And Sensor Alignment

    5. Holding the tripod vertical, place tripod legs in their respective slots, one leg at a time. Once the first leg is in, balance the tripod until the other legs are inserted and the tripod is free standing. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 87 Anchor the end of each guy wire to the corresponding tripod foot using the wing nuts. Extend the mast fully and adjust the guy wires using the turnbuckles to tighten the guy wires evenly. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 88: Transportation Case And Sensor Plug-In

    2. Once the transceiver lights are all operational, data is being transmitted. If the green transmission light is not blinking once per second, data is not being transmitted. Re-check the RS-232, power, and antenna connections. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 89: Monitoring

    Yellow Data Out LED: OFF Signal Strength: OFF Receiver (900MHz) Red TX/Power LED: ON Solid Green Data In LED: OFF Yellow Data Out LED: Blinks Once/Second Signal Strength: All three LEDs should be lit depending on line-of-sight. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 90: Section 6: Operation

    Ri = Rain intensity (I = inches/h) Hc = Hail accumulation (I = inches) Hi = Hail intensity (I = inches/h) BuM = CRC-16 code Note: The # sign after a parameter value indicates an invalid value. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 91: Rs-485 Output

    Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ RS-485 Output For cable lengths greater than 250ft, the Orion Sensor can be programmed to output the data over RS-485. This configuration requires an RS-485 to RS-232 converter. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 92: Connecting The Orion Sensor To A Computer

    Module. Connect the other end of the RS-232 cable and DB-9 connector to an available serial port on the computer. A serial to USB converter may be required if the computer or laptop does not have a serial port installed. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 93: Connecting The Orion Sensor To The Weather Microserver

    Weather MicroServer Connect the provided RS-232 cable to either serial port on the Interface Module. Connect the other end of the cable and DB-9 connector to COM 1 on the MicroServer, securing it with the attached screws. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 94: Connecting The Orion Sensor To The Weather Display Console

    Connecting the Orion Sensor to the Weather Display Console Connect the provided RS-232 cable to either serial port on the Interface Module. Connect the other end of the cable to the serial port (bottom port) on the Weather Display Console. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 95: Crc-16 Computation

    =1 to 8 if the least significant bit of the CRC is one right shift the CRC one bit set CRC equal to the exclusive OR of 0xA001 and itself right shift the CRC one bit Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 96: Encoding The Crc As Ascii Characters

    Parity is applied to all three characters, if selected for the character frame. The CRC computation code is added to the end of the response, if the first letter of the command is sent by using lower case. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 97 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 98: Section 7: Calibration

    ±0.015 inches Hg, the sensors reading can be adjusted using WeatherMaster software or the Weather Display console. Please refer to their user manual for more information. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 99 Orion Weather Station ____________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 100: Section 8: Maintenance

    PTU module from the plastic connector base (5). 1. Disconnect Orion sensor connector from cable and remove from mounting adapter. 2. Loosen the three screws at the bottom of sensor and slide out completely as shown below. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 101: Factory Calibration And Repair Service

    7. Re-install on mounting adapter and reconnect cable connector. Factory Calibration and Repair Service Send the device to Columbia Weather Systems, Inc. for calibration and adjustment, see USER SUPPORT INFORMATION section for more information. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 102: Section 9: Troubleshooting

    PTU module. module. Wind measurement Blockage (trash, Remove the failure. Both the leaves, branches, blockage. speed and direction debris) between the sensors are not wind transducers. reporting correct Confirm the wind data transducers are not damaged. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 103: Loss Of Communication With Orion Sensor Module

    The PTU module may not be properly connected. Ensure the proper connection of the PTU module by following the “Replacing PTU module” procedure in Section 8. There may be water in the PTU module. Remove and dry the module before reconnecting the sensor. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 104: Section 10: User Support Information

    Follow the packing instructions carefully to protect your instrument in transit. Limited Warranty Columbia Weather Systems, Inc. (CWS), warrants the Orion Weather Station to be free from defects in materials and/or workmanship when operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s operating instructions, for one (1) years from date of purchase, subject to the provisions contained herein.

  • Page 105: Return For Repair Procedure

     Write the RMA number on the outside of the box. Shipping  Send freight prepaid (UPS recommended).  Insurance is recommended. (The factory can provide the current replacement value of the item being shipped for insurance purposes.) Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 106 Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Send to: Columbia Weather Systems, Inc. 5285 NE Elam Young Parkway, Suite C100 Hillsboro, Oregon 97124 C.O.D. shipments will not be accepted. If your unit is under warranty, after repair or replacement has been completed, it will be returned by a carrier and method chosen by Columbia Weather, Inc.

  • Page 107: Reference

    Fahrenheit Temperature Scale A temperature scale with the ice point at 32 degrees and the boiling point of water at 212 degrees. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 108: Global Radiation

    0.4 to 0.7 microns, and most of the other half lies near infrared, a small additional portion lying in the ultraviolet. Wind Chill That part of the total cooling of a body caused by air motion. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 109: Unit Conversion

    Millimeters = 25.4 x inches Pressure Millibars = 33.86 x inches of mercury Kilopascals = 3.386 x inches of mercury Pounds per square inch = 0.49 x inches of mercury Standard atmospheres = 0.0334 x inches of mercury Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 110: Tables And Formulas

    (e.g. Wind chill Index). The current formula uses advances in science, technology, and computer modeling to provide a more accurate, understandable, and useful formula for calculating the dangers from winter winds and freezing temperatures. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 111: Wind Chill Equation

    WC = wind chill temperature in °F V = wind velocity in mph T = air temperature in °F Note: Wind chill Temperature is only defined for temperatures at or below 50 degrees F and wind speeds above 3 mph. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 112: Heat Index

    101 110 123 137 151 104 115 129 143 107 120 135 150 110 126 142 100 114 132 149 102 119 138 106 124 144 109 130 150 113 136 117 140 102 122 150 105 126 108 131 Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

  • Page 113: Dew Point

    Dew Point B = (ln (RH/100) + ((17.2694*T) / (238.3+T))) / 17.2694 Dew Point in °C = (238.3 * B) / (1-B) Where: RH = Relative Humidity T = Temperature in °C Ln = Natural logarithm Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.
  • Page 114 Orion Weather Station ___________________________________________________________________ Columbia Weather Systems, Inc. 5285 NE Elam Young Parkway, Suite C100 Hillsboro, OR 97124 Telephone (503) 629-0887 (503) 629-0898 Web Site http://www.columbiaweather.com Email info@columbiaweather.com Part Number: 81650 Version 3.02 Printed in U.S.A. Columbia Weather Systems, Inc.

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