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- Page 1 +Temp Wireless Rain Station PRODUCT MANUAL Item # 3200R2...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WatchDog Wireless Rain Station. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your instrument. For customer support, or to place an order, call Spectrum Technologies, Inc. (800)248-8873 or (815) 436-4440 between 7:30 am and 5:30 p.m. CST, FAX (815)436-4460, E-Mail: info@specmeters.com. -
Page 3: General Overview
The Watchdog Rain+Temp Station is just another tool from Spectrum Tech- nologies, empowering users to make actionable decisions in an increasingly complex environment. -
Page 4: Components
Components +Temp The following parts are included with the Watchdog Rain Station Standard • Rain Bucket Assembly (comes pre- assembled) Internal Electronics Plastic rain bucket with base Metal mounting bracket Temperature sensor with radiation shield External mounted antenna ... -
Page 5: Specifications
Specifications Mounting 1 5/8 to 1 3/4 inch u-bolt, aluminum bracket Hardware Weight 3.6 lbs (1.64 kg) Power 3 x AA lithium batteries Battery Life 1yr (subject to amount of rain) Operating -40 to 140 °F (-40 to 60 °C) Temperature Frequency bands: Region 1: 868MHz... -
Page 6: Configuration
Configuration Configuring your Device through SpecConnect: +Temp Your Watchdog Wireless Rain Station can be configured on Spectrum’s SpecConnect web portal. To log on to SpecConnect, type spec- connect.net into your web browser and enter the user name and password for your account. - Page 7 Confirm Transmission When viewing the Equipment table, click on the device name to display the current conditions. Ensure you are getting data from the device. Remember, in the absence of rain, the +Temp Watchdog Wireless Rain Station will only report temper- ature once per hour.
- Page 8 General A Time Zone must be selected from the dropdown menu A device location can be manually entered in the Latitude/ Longitude/Altitude fields. Alternately, click the “Locate on Map” or “Use My Location” buttons. You have the option of creating a device name. There is an option for automatically cor- recting for daylight savings time.
- Page 9 Important device data can be seen on the equipment activity screen. Slide the equipment tile to the left and press on the magnifying glass icon. The upper bar shows the last time the server received data from the device. The lower bar shows the current device configuration status.
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Page 10: Installation
Rain Station will be perfectly level when mounted to the mast. Use of a level for mast installation is recommended. • Alternatively, the Tripod Kit can be ordered from Spectrum for mounting purposes − (#3396TPS): Kit contains tripod mount for... - Page 11 3. Remove the Rain Bucket Start by loosening the four screws at the base of the rain bucket. They should be loose enough to twist the bucket in relation to the base. Remove and discard the rubber band from the tipping spoon.
- Page 12 While holding the bracket close enough to the container to avoid wire tension, move the power switch into the “ON” position. The correct “ON” position (see image to the right) will reveal the circular hole in the switch body (also see the ‘ON’ label on the circuit board).
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Page 13: Service/Calibration
Service/Calibration The rain collector can be calibrated if it is not reading correctly 1. Check the inside of the rain bucket for debris such as leaves that may be blocking the grid at the bottom of the bucket. 2. Remove the rain bucket from the base and check for any ob- stacles (spider webs, debris, etc.) that may be preventing the tipping spoon from moving freely. -
Page 14: Changing Batteries
Changing Batteries +Temp The Watchdog Wireless Rain Station is designed to run an entire growing season (or more) on one set of batteries. Actual battery life depends upon the number of data transmis- sions which is related to rainfall. The battery level indicator in SpecConnect and the Watchdog mobile App is based upon a count of transmissions. - Page 15 Important: Use SpecConnect or the Watchdog Mobile App to reset the battery level SpecConnect Click the “Reset Battery” button Watchdog Mobile App Tap the “Reset Battery” button on the Equipment Status page. Access the Equipment Status screen by clicking the magnifying glass icon (see p.
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
Ensure time zone is set in device config- Bad Configura- uration on SpecConnect. Try re-saving tion the configuration. Defective Unit/ Contact Spectrum for service Provisioning issue Loose Antenna Check for loose Antenna Connections Connection above and below mounting bracket. Radio Reception... - Page 17 Connector on Take blue cap off of electronics cylin- PCB not seated/ der and carefully inspect the ‘rain con- corroded/broken nector’ on PCB. Contact Spectrum for wire service if required. Defective Rain Contact Spectrum for service Sensor Sensor value out...
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Page 18: Warranty
Before returning a failed unit, you must obtain a Re- turned Materials Authorization (RMA) from Spec- trum. Spectrum is not responsible for any package that is returned without a valid RMA number or for the loss of the package by any shipping company. -
Page 20: Spectrum Technologies, Inc
Type: Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use The undersigned hereby declares, on behalf of Spectrum Technologies, Inc. of Aurora, Illinois, USA, that the above referenced product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the provisions of:...
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