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DAVIS Wireless Temperature/Humidity Station Installation Manual

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Wireless Temperature/Humidity Station
Installation Manual
™
For Vantage Pro2
and Vantage Pro2 Plus
The Wireless Temperature/Humidity Station, referred to as the Temp/Hum Station
in this manual, is for use with Wireless Vantage Pro2 weather stations. It is not com-
patible with original Vantage Pro wireless weather stations. Owners of original Van-
tage Pro Weather stations should use Davis product number 6380 or 6380OV.
Components
The Temp/Hum Station consists of a temperature and humidity sensor located in a
radiation shield, plus a sensor interface module and transmitter located in a separate
protective housing.
8" Cable Ties
3-Volt
Lithium
Battery
2-1/8" U-Bolts
1/4" Flat Washers
1/4" Lock Washers
1/4" Hex Nuts
SIM Shelter
™
1/4" x 1-1/2"
Lag Screws
Mounting
Bracket
Radiation Shield
Assembly
Sensor Interface Module Housing
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  • Page 1 Wireless Vantage Pro2 weather stations. It is not com- patible with original Vantage Pro wireless weather stations. Owners of original Van- tage Pro Weather stations should use Davis product number 6380 or 6380OV. Components...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    • Mounting the Temp/Hum Station, page 7 • A Note on Securing Cables, page 10 For maintenance information, see “Maintenance” on page 10. For Technical Sup- port, see “Contacting Davis Instruments” on page 10. Product specifications are located on page 11. Preparing the Temp/Hum Station Rotating the Mounting Bracket.

  • Page 3: Applying Power

    3. When the screws are completely loos- ened, lift the mounting bracket away from the radiation shield. 4. Rotate the mounting bracket and replace it on the radiation shield. 5. Fasten the mounting bracket in place using the three long screws as shown in the illustration right.

  • Page 4: Setting The Transmitter Id

    2. Plug the Temp/Hum Sensor Cable into the jack labeled TEMP/HUM on the bot- tom right hand corner of the SIM board. Take care to carefully dress the cable through the black rubber grommet on the bottom right hand side of the shelter. Also, dress the cable through the cable clamp by first removing the screw con- necting it to the shelter, dressing the cable through the round part of the clamp, and then driving the screw back through the holes in the clamp and into the cable...

  • Page 5: Setting Console Station Id On The Console

    Battery Holder DIP Switches in Top-right Corner of SIM (Illustration has been enlarged for clarity) Setting Console Station ID on the Console 1. Put your console into Setup Mode — press and hold DONE and press the DOWN arrow (-). The console will show you Screen 1: Transmitters.

  • Page 6: No Communication With Temp/Hum Station

    3. Reception is being disrupted by RF (radio frequency) interference. 4. There is a problem with the console or Temp/Hum station. See “Contacting Davis Instruments” on page 10. Note: Remember to set the Test DIP switch OFF when you’re finished testing wireless transmission. If...

  • Page 7: Choosing A Location For The Temp/Hum Station

    Choosing a Location for the Temp/Hum Station Consider the following factors as you choose a location: • Do not mount the station near any source of cold or heat that might distort tem- perature measurements. • The station’s radiation shield works best in a location with a steady breeze. Mount it away from fences, buildings, trees, or other obstructions.
  • Page 8 Tighten all four sets of washers and hex nuts until the mounting bracket is firmly mounted on the pole. 3. Next, install the SIM Shelter. While holding the shelter against the pole, place a U-bolt around the pole and through the two holes on at the top of the shelter. 4.
  • Page 9 2. Next, install the SIM Shelter. With a 3/16" (5 mm) drill bit, drill two holes approximately 2" (50 mm) apart. Use a carpenter’s level to ensure the holes will be level. 3. Drill two more holes 7-1/32" below the upper holes. 4.

  • Page 10: A Note On Securing Cables

    Contacting Davis Instruments If you have questions about your Temp/Hum station, or encounter problems install- ing or operating the station, please contact Davis Technical Support. Note: Please do not return items to the factory for repair without prior authorization.
  • Page 11 Through Walls ......200 to 400 feet (75 to 150 m) Sensor Output (as used by Davis Instruments weather station consoles.) Temperature (Air) Resolution and Units.
  • Page 12 Product Numbers: 6382, 6382OV Davis Instruments Part Number: 07395.242 Wireless Temperature/Humidity Station Installation Manual Rev. A Manual (12/5/04) This product complies with the essential protection requirements of the EC EMC Directve 89/336. 3465 Diablo Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545-2778 510-732-9229 • Fax: 510-732-9188...

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