Spectrum WatchDog 3000 Series Product Manual

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3000 Series
Wireless Stations
PRODUCT MANUAL
Model #'s
3210MU, 3220MU, 3240MU, 3250MU

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  • Page 1 3000 Series Wireless Stations PRODUCT MANUAL Model #’s 3210MU, 3220MU, 3240MU, 3250MU...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    General overview Thank you for purchasing a WatchDog 3000 Wireless Weather Station. With internal modem/radio, integrated solar power, and Bluetooth connectivity to smartphones running the free Watch- Dog Mobile app to configure the station and check current condi- tions, the 3000 Series stations are easy to install and operate. Contents Installation Initial Power-Up...
  • Page 3: Installation

    (40mm) OD or larger pole should be used for any station with a rainfall sensor. If that size is not available, then the station should be mounted on a tripod, such as Spectrum Technologies item # 3396TPS. Mounting the station at a greater height requires both the 1.5 inch (40mm) OD or larger pole and guy wires to keep the...
  • Page 4 Installation Assembly — Continued 1. Attach the paddle antenna to the top of the bracket by twist- ing it into the SMA connector. Tighten finger tight so that the antenna does not unscrew. See images below. Temperature Alert Station ET Station. The Weather Station and Rain Station have the same design with different sensor sets.
  • Page 5 Installation 3. For ET Stations: Slightly loosen the left screw and remove the right screw from the Solar Radiation Sensor bracket, then rotate the sensor into position and replace the right screw. 4. For Rain, Weather, and ET Sta- tions: Open the Bird Guard pack- aging and follow the included in- structions.
  • Page 6: Initial Power-Up

    Installation Initial Power-Up 1. Open the door and turn the power switch “ON”. 2. Monitor the LED. You should see the following signals. The LED will be off for several seconds between these. • Long Green to indicate startup is occurring. •...
  • Page 7: Configuration Using Bluetooth

    Configuration WatchDog Mobile (Bluetooth) 1. If you have not already done so, go to the app store on your phone (Apple or Google Play) and download the free Watch- Dog Mobile app. If it has been installed for a while, check if you have the latest version installed.
  • Page 8 Configuration WatchDog Mobile - Continued 7. Click the “General” tab located on the top left of the screen. 8. Set Latitude and Longitude by clicking the “Use My Location” button. Alternatively, the “Locate on Map” button can also be used for setting Latitude and Longitude. 9.
  • Page 9: Setting North For The Wind Vane

    Configuration Set North for the Wind Vane The Wind Vane on the Weather and ET Stations senses where it is pointing with respect to the anemometer arm, not the Earth. You must use the WatchDog Mobile app to configure the station to “know”...
  • Page 10: Configuration Using Specconnect

    Configuration SpecConnect 1. Open a web browser and navigate to www.specconnect.net. Log in with credentials. 2. Click on the “Equipment” tab on the left side of the screen. 3. Navigate to the device on the equipment page and click the “Configure”...
  • Page 11: External Sensors

    External Sensors The WatchDog 3000 Wireless Stations have an external port for additional sensor input. The following table lists some of the available optional sensors. See www.specmeters.com for a com- plete list. Most sensors include a 6-foot cable with pin-type connector.
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  • Page 13: Rain Collector Adjustment

    Rain Collector Adjustment If rain collector is not reading correctly (or at all): 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. Remove the rain bucket from the base by loosening the four screws, rotating the bucket slightly counter-wise, and lifting it off.
  • Page 14: Specifications

    Specifications Included Sensors by Model 3210 3220 3240 3250 Temp Rain Weather Alert Station Station Station     Temperature Relative     Humidity    Rainfall Optional     Wind Speed   ...
  • Page 15 Specifications Modem/Radio Cellular LTE-M (CAT-M1, NB-IoT) Bluetooth 5.2 For WatchDog Mobile app on smartphones External Interfaces: USB Type A Port, for Flash Drive AUX Port, Modular connector (RS-232 9600bpi, 6VDC Power out ) Power In, 5.5/2.1mm Barrel, 12VDC 3-color (Red, Amber, Green) External Sensor Port 1 x 2.5mm stereo jack , 0 to 3.0VDC analog input Data Capacity...
  • Page 16: Warranty, Ce Certificate

    This product is warranted to be free from defects in material or work- manship for one year from the date of purchase. During the warranty period Spectrum will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective. This warranty does not cover damage due to im-...

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