Wind Accuracy: Why Is My Wind Speed Inaccurate - La Crosse Technology S81120 Faqs

Try this:
• Bring your wind sensor within 10 feet of your station and make sure it is connected to the
station.
• After 15 minutes move the wind sensor into the next room with a wall between the sensor
and the station for 1 hour.
• If there is no loss of signal in that hour, move the wind sensor just outside.
• Continue moving the wind sensor back to its original location.
• If you lose connection, look for sources of interference.

WIND ACCURACY: WHY IS MY WIND SPEED INACCURATE?

• What are you comparing your wind speed to? Your local reporting station is miles from your
location and should not be used for comparison.
• Check the unit of measure (MPH, or KMH).
• Check to see if your station receives the same repetitive wind speed recording from the
sensor multiple times.
• Check that the cups turn freely.
• Check for obstructions that prevent clear wind flow to the cups.
• Check mounting. In most cases, the wind sensor needs to be 6 feet or more above the
highest point on the roof in order to clear nearby obstructions and read accurately. A 50-foot
clearance in all directions is best.
• It is helpful to send pictures of the sensor mounting, if you need to contact customer support.
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