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Biral BTD-200 User Manual

Biral BTD-200 User Manual

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  • Page 1 BTD-200 Accessory Direction Finder BTD-200 Accessory Direction Finder...
  • Page 3 The information contained in this manual (including all illustrations, drawings, schematics and parts lists) is proprietary to BIRAL. It is provided for the sole purpose of aiding the buyer or user in operating and maintaining the sensor. This information is not to be used for the manufacture or sale of similar items without written permission.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ..............4 GENERAL INFORMATION ............... 5 Equipment covered in this manual ..............5 BTD-200 Direction Finder Description ............5 Customer Satisfaction .................. 5 After Sales Support ..................5 Contacting Biral ................... 6 One year warranty ..................6 If you need to return the Direction Finder ............
  • Page 5 Certification and Compliance ..............18 Physical ....................18 Maintenance ..................... 18 INDEX ....................19 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 4-1 Direction Finder Mounting ............ 10 Figure 4-2 Direction Finder Connection Terminals ........11 LIST OF TABLES Table 4-1 Configuration Switch Settings ..........12...

  • Page 6: How To Use This Manual

    We realise however that different people will be involved in the installation and use of the system, so the following guidance is given. The BTD-200 Direction Finder is an accessory of the BTD-200 Lightning Warning System, before attempting to install the Direction Finder we recommend you familiarise yourself with the BTD-200 Lightning Warning System manual.

  • Page 7: General Information

    Lightning Works software map display as a series of dots which fade with time. The Direction Finder thus allows the BTD-200 system to provide a clear picture of the track of thunderstorms in the area.

  • Page 8: Contacting Biral

    If you bought your system from a local agent, you may wish to contact them in the first instance. No matter how you got your system Biral is here to help. One year warranty The BTD-200 Direction Finder comes with a one year limited warranty against defective materials and workmanship.

  • Page 9: Ce Certification

    CE Certification All Biral’s BTD sensors comply with the requirements for CE marking. Once installed, it is the user’s responsibility to ensure that all connections made to the equipment comply with all Local and National safety requirements. Safety 2.9.1 Operating Voltages This product is intended for use with Non-Hazardous voltages only.

  • Page 10: Supplied Equipment

    SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT The following equipment is supplied in the Direction Finder carton. Please check the contents carefully and immediately report any missing items to your supplier.  Direction Finder, mounted on support arm with cable and U-bolt attached  2 Black nylon cable ties...

  • Page 11: Sensor Installation

    The Direction Finder mounts to BTD-200 sensor mounting pole a little below the sensor. If the Direction Finder is to be installed at the same time as the BTD-200 sensor it is recommended the physical installation of the BTD-200 sensor is performed first.

  • Page 12: Mounting The Direction Finder

    The Direction Finder is supplied attached to the mounting arm with the cable attached. Mount the arm to the pole below the BTD-200 sensor using the supplied U- bolt as shown in Figure 4-1 below. The top of the arm should be at least 260mm (10.5”) below the sensor mount to allow room to lower the sensor enclosure for...

  • Page 13: Connecting The Direction Finder

    Connecting the Direction Finder Remove the BTD-200 sensor outer cover following the instructions supplied in the sensor manual. Route the Direction Finder cable through one of the large cable glands on the sensor’s base to the terminal board. Take care to avoid looping the cable around the cover’s earth strap or you will not be able to refit the cover.

  • Page 14: Setting Your Configuration

    Switch Number Table 4-1 Configuration Switch Settings For example, if you have a Direction Finder and your BTD-200 is connected to a User Computer using a Radio Module and there are no other components, the switches should be as follows:...

  • Page 15: Completing The Physical Installation

    Using the cable ties provided, secure the Direction Finder cable to the mounting pole as shown in Figure 4-1. The installation is now complete. Power to the BTD-200 can now be switched on. Software Compatibility & Updates When installing accessories for the BTD-200 it is recommended the BTD-200 sensor software as well as the Lightning Works server and clients are updated to the latest revision.

  • Page 16: Using The Direction Finder

    General After the Direction Finder has been installed and the system software has been updated the BTD-200 system can be started and used in the normal manner. 5.1.1 Lightning Direction Display When a Direction Finder is attached the Main tab of the Lightning Works client display will have the distant and vicinity circles divided into eight equal segments.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    (nuts and bolts) are checked to ensure they are corrosion free and tight. Check the condition of the cable going to the BTD-200. Ensure the cable is secured so it cannot be damaged by moving around in the wind.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Direction Finder Offset

    BTD-200 and the direction from the BTD-200 to the flash as shown on the lightning location network. For best results choose a small localised storm and average the BTD-200 direction and lightning network direction for several flashes.

  • Page 19: Entering The Direction Finder Offset

    Average the direction reported by the BTD-200 for several lightning flashes and estimate the direction from the BTD-200 location to the heart of the storm on the rainfall radar. The direction is measured clockwise from North at the sensor’s location to the flash reported by the lightning network.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Measurement Direction Resolution 1° Power Requirements Supply Voltage Powered by BTD-200 Sensor Power Consumption Less than 3 W (DC) Environmental Operating temperature -20°C to 50°C Relative humidity 0 to 100% Protection rating IP66 Wind speed 60 m/s Altitude -200m to 2,000m...

  • Page 21: Index

    INDEX ..................16 DJUSTING THE IRECTION INDER FFSET ........................ 5 FTER ALES UPPORT CE C ......................7 ERTIFICATION AFETY ..........................15 LEANING ....................12 ONFIGURATION WITCH ABLE ........................6 ONTACT ETAILS ......................16 IRECTION INDER FFSET ........................18 NVIRONMENTAL ....................14 LASHES ITHOUT IRECTION...
  • Page 22 ........................18 PECIFICATIONS ......................... 8 UPPLIED QUIPMENT ......................12 YSTEM ONFIGURATION ....................14 SING THE IRECTION INDER ..........................6 ARRANTY...
  • Page 23 Notes:...

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