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Revision: 10/2021
Copyright © 2020 – 2021
Campbell Scientific
CSL I.D - 1360

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  • Page 1 Product Manual Revision: 10/2021 Copyright © 2020 – 2021 Campbell Scientific CSL I.D - 1360...
  • Page 2 Quotations for repairs can be given on request. It is the policy of Campbell Scientific to protect the health of its employees and provide a safe working environment, in support of this policy a “Declaration of Hazardous Material and Decontamination”...
  • Page 3 About this manual Please note that this manual was originally produced by Campbell Scientific Inc. primarily for the North American market. Some spellings, weights and measures may reflect this origin. Some useful conversion factors: Area: 1 in (square inch) = 645 mm Mass: 1 oz.
  • Page 4 • Periodically (at least yearly) check electrical ground connections. WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS, THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS, TOWERS, OR ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    2.2 System assembly 2.2.1 WEATHERPAK M display connections 2.2.2 Connecting to a computer with USB to serial converter 2.2.3 Connecting the WEATHERPAK M display to a network 2.2.4 Tripod and WEATHERPAK M setup 2.2.5 Additional mounting options 3. System operation 3.1 WEATHERPAK M display...
  • Page 6 5.2.2 Computer 5.3 Replacing tripod batteries and fuse 5.3.1 Tripod batteries 5.3.2 Tripod fuse Appendix A. WEATHERPAK M USB connection and set up Appendix B. Important information for North American users Table of Contents - ii...

  • Page 7: System Description

    The WEATHERPAK measures wind speed and wind direction, air temperature, relative humidity, and barometric pressure. In addition, the WEATHERPAK M calculates the wind stability class and provides location information. Atmospheric conditions are sampled every second and the system computes a 5-minute running average. Data is then transmitted every 30 seconds to the display and plume model.
  • Page 8 Built-in electronic compass allows the WEATHERPAK M to be set up in any orientation – will automatically determine True North and give you true wind direction. Set-up time is less than one minute.

  • Page 9: Siting And Setup

    The following siting considerations must be addressed: 2.1.1 Compass accuracy The WEATHERPAK M contains an electronic compass for automatic alignment to True North. To prevent erroneous compass readings, install the WEATHERPAK M at least 30 metres (99 feet) laterally from large vans, buses, cranes, or other large magnetic objects. (The top of a van is suitable, but next to it is not an ideal location.

  • Page 10: Radio Transmission

    The GPS will begin to compute position solutions within the first two minutes. NOTE: Immediately power up the WEATHERPAK M system as soon as you arrive on site to allow the GPS to find the satellite and computer position. 2.2 System assembly 2.2.1 WEATHERPAK M display connections...
  • Page 11 FIGURE 2-1. Side of WEATHERPAK M display 2. Plug the WEATHERPAK M display power supply into an AC power source then insert the power supply barrel connector into the power jack on the bottom of the display and tighten. FIGURE 2-2. Bottom of WEATHERPAK M display...

  • Page 12: Connecting To A Computer With Usb To Serial Converter

    The WEATHERPAK M display comes with a USB-to-serial converter cable. Use this cable to connect the display to a computer or server. The WEATHERPAK M software can be configured to output ALOHA messages to the display USB ports. Refer to ALOHA Export Configuration (p.

  • Page 13: Tripod And Weatherpak M Setup

    1. Insert and lock the legs onto the tripod base. 2. Align the slot on the WEATHERPAK M with the guide pin on the quick release and push straight in. The cam lock connector provides a precision sealed fit and may require an extra push to seat the WEATHERPAK M properly.
  • Page 14 The battery indicator LED (on the tripod junction box) should illuminate when the WEATHERPAK M is properly seated into the cam lock connector. 4. Place the entire unit (tripod top and WEATHERPAK M) onto the tripod base, engage the twist-lock and turn clockwise a quarter turn.

  • Page 15: Additional Mounting Options

    For example, customers have found it convenient to mount the system on a vehicle (or trailer when the WEATHERPAK M is used for wildland or structure fires. The following describes the other mounting options:...
  • Page 16 1. The telescopic mast vehicle mount includes a modified, side-mount telescopic pole (Model 530), provided by Fire Resources Corporation, Inc., a premier manufacturer of emergency lighting products, to accept the WEATHERPAK M. It also includes a power cable for connecting the station to a 12 V source.
  • Page 17 2. The quick release option allows the user to mount the WEATHERPAK M to a mast of your choice. It includes a quick-release cam lock with a male 1 1/2-inch NPT (national pipe thread) on the bottom and a 7.6 m (25-foot) power cable that must be connected to a 12 VDC source.

  • Page 18: System Operation

    24 V power Common NOTE: To use these mounting solutions, the WEATHERPAK M must be serial number 1325 or higher, have radio telemetry, and a 17-pin cam lock connector. 3. System operation Once set up, the WEATHERPAK M automatically begins sampling weather conditions and transmits data to the WEATHERPAK M display every 30 seconds.

  • Page 19: Weatherpak M Display

    3.1 WEATHERPAK M display The main WEATHERPAK M display screen shows a summary of current values from all reporting WEATHERPAK M systems available to the display. Use Field Configuration (p.

  • Page 20: Station View

    FIGURE 3-1. WEATHERPAK M display 3.2 Station view FIGURE 3-2. Station summary Click the station number to get the station summary. If there is a GPS connected, Status will show the Distance between the station and the display, and the Bearing of the station compared to the display.

  • Page 21: Graph View

    Field Configuration. This screen displays all values for the station. Enter the Display Name that will be used for each field on the WEATHERPAK M display. Under Included in Summary, select each field that should be included in the summary on the main WEATHERPAK M screen.

  • Page 22: Aloha Export Configuration

    Station to be exported, as well as the ALOHA Export Serial Port and ALOHA Export Serial Baud to use for the export. Export to TCP Client: WEATHERPAK M connects as a client to a TCP server and exports the ALOHA strings. Specify the ALOHA Export Station to be exported, as well as the ALOHA TCP Server Address and ALOHA TCP Port to use for the export.

  • Page 23: Alarm Status

    Export to TCP Server: WEATHERPAK M accepts connections from multiple TCP clients and exports the ALOHA strings to each client. Specify the ALOHA Export Station to be exported, as well as the ALOHA TCP Port to use for the export. The colour of the ALOHA Export button on the main screen indicates the status of the exports:...

  • Page 24: Received Aloha Station Messages

    Use Raw and Table to toggle between raw (comma separated) messages and a tabular format. Click to temporarily pause the log and analyze messages. Click to restart a paused log. Clear a Station ID check box to filter out that station messages from the log. WEATHERPAK M...

  • Page 25: Weatherpak M Log

    3.9 Changing the user password Campbell Scientific recommends that you change the default user password. To change the password: 1. Click the down arrow in the upper black bar and then click to open the Settings.
  • Page 26 2. Click Details. 3. Click Users. WEATHERPAK M...
  • Page 27 4. Click in the Password field. 5. Enter the current password, campbell21X. Enter and confirm the new password. CAUTION: Do not forget your password. A forgotten password can only be reset at the factory. WEATHERPAK M...

  • Page 28: Station Time

    3.10 Station time The station time reported by the WEATHERPAK M is the time received by GPS, corrected with the system time zone setting. To change the time zone setting: 1. Click on the upper black bar and then click to open the Settings.
  • Page 29 3. Click Date & Time. 4. Click Time Zone. WEATHERPAK M...

  • Page 30: Weatherpak M And Plume Modelling Software

    5. Select the time zone. 4. WEATHERPAK M and plume modelling software When the WEATHERPAK M is assembled and operational and a computer is connected to the WEATHERPAK M display, real-time data is available to run air dispersion plume modelling software.
  • Page 31 Relative humidity is not captured automatically by the ALOHA model but may be entered manually using data from the WEATHERPAK M display. 5. (Optional) To confirm that WEATHERPAK M data is being delivered to ALOHA, go to SAM Options > Processed Data and the Processed SAM Data window will display the data delivered to ALOHA.
  • Page 32 8. (Optional) Select the Display menu to produce graphs for source strength and concentration. FIGURE 4-1. ALOHA window WEATHERPAK M...
  • Page 33 Replace the WEATHERPAK M batteries when the battery voltage falls below 10.7 VDC. To display the ASCll data being sent by the WEATHERPAK M, go to Main > SAM Options and select Raw Data. The data should be similar to the following: 421, 0.9, 225, 1.0, 23.9, 1.0, 226, 23.9, 14.0, 1917, 999, 46, 2536...

  • Page 34: Aloha Data Line Interpretation

    ASCII value of the data line (each character, such as numbers, letters, and punctuation, have a numeric value universal to all computers) to make sure the computer received the same number that the WEATHERPAK M transmitted. 4.1 ALOHA data line interpretation...

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    5.1 Periodic maintenance schedule Perform routine maintenance on the WEATHERPAK M every 12 to 24 months to ensure that the overall system and its sensors are within specification. In addition, the entire WEATHERPAK M should be examined for wear, damage, or other non-conforming variances.

  • Page 36: Data Receipt

    Check the power indicator light on the On/Off button on the front panel. Make certain you have direct line-of-sight to the WEATHERPAK M, that it is within 5 to 7 miles, and not blocked by obstructions such as hills, vehicles, or steel buildings.

  • Page 37: Replacing Tripod Batteries And Fuse

    5.3.1 Tripod batteries The WEATHERPAK M uses ten alkaline D-cell batteries, located in the upper vertical section of the tripod. Rechargeable and bargain batteries do not perform well in the WEATHERPAK M. Always use high-quality alkaline batteries. (See FIGURE 5-1 (p.

  • Page 38: Tripod Fuse

    WEATHERPAK M display. If monitoring multiple WEATHERPAK M stations, ensure the status window for the appropriate WEATHERPAK M station is viewed by using the ALOHA plume model. To use ALOHA, open it on the computer, and go to MISC > Processed SAM Data.

  • Page 39: Appendix A. Weatherpak Musb Connection And Set Up

    Depending upon the type of connection, when the WEATHERPAK M system is first connected to a computer, Windows® automatically establishes a communications link between the WEATHERPAK M display and the computer, which allows data to pass to the plume model or other software. USB or Ethernet connections may require additional drivers.
  • Page 40 SAM Options on the top menu bar and select Raw Data. A window displays a string of numbers similar to the following. The data line should refresh every 30 seconds (window blinks and overwrites the previous data string). WEATHERPAK M...

  • Page 41: Appendix B. Important Information For North American Users

    Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. The following Note and Warning pertain to WEATHERPAK M stations using the UHF or 900 MHz radio options. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 42 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Campbell Scientific could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. WEATHERPAK M...
  • Page 43 Campbell Scientific Regional Offices Australia France Thailand Location: Garbutt, QLD Australia Location: Vincennes, France Location: Bangkok, Thailand Phone: 61.7.4401.7700 Phone: 0033.0.1.56.45.15.20 Phone: 66.2.719.3399 Email: info@campbellsci.com.au Email: info@campbellsci.fr Email: info@campbellsci.asia Website: www.campbellsci.com.au Website: www.campbellsci.fr Website: www.campbellsci.asia Brazil Germany Location: São Paulo, SP Brazil...

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