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SDI-RAINE-HYDRO
USER MANUAL
Features
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Latest weighing technology · overfl ow proof
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Low Power (LP) version with minimal energy consumption
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High resolution of 0.001 mm (amount) and 0.001 mm/h (intensity)
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Measurement of precipitation · amount and intensity
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Signal outputs:
○ 2 independently confi gurable pulse outputs
○ SDI-12
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All-metal housing · weatherproof and long durability
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The compact housing reduces the infl uence of wind
SDI-RAINE-HYDRO
700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021
Part# 21184
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- Page 1 Measurement of precipitation · amount and intensity • Signal outputs: ○ 2 independently confi gurable pulse outputs ○ SDI-12 • All-metal housing · weatherproof and long durability • The compact housing reduces the infl uence of wind 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Total Precipitation p. 24 Pulse Output p. 24 Inspection and Troubleshooting p. 24 Maintenance and Repair p. 25 Equipment and Spare Parts p. 25 Download of Updates p. 26 Technical Data p. 27 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184... -
Page 3: Scope Of Delivery
USB-to-mini-USB cable Software rain[e]-Commander (download from the FTS Support website (https://support.ftsinc.com) • >Product Documentation>Sensors> SDI-RAINE-HYDRO> Resources. ) Check the delivery for transport damage. Document any damage and contact FTS Customer Service at 1-800-548-4264. Order Codes SDI-RAINE-HYDRO The order codes for accessories and spare parts can be found in chapter “Equipment and Spare Parts”. -
Page 4: Dimensional Drawing And Product Drawing
SDI-RAINE-HYDRO USER MANUAL Dimensional Drawing and Product Drawing Dimensions in mm Fig. 1a Measuring edge Protective covering Fastening screw Connector sensor Mounting pedestal Connector heating power Mounting screws Pole/tube Fig. 1b 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184... -
Page 5: Introduction
Fig. 2 Introduction The SDI-RAINE-HYDRO sensor (referred to as the RAINE-HYDRO in this document) measures precipitation amount and intensity. It combines the latest weighing technology with a self-emptying collecting vessel, allowing higher resolution and precision with minimal total volume compared to common tipping bucket sensors. -
Page 6: Installation
(above the gauge's orifice), and preferably at a distance of four times the Vegetation around the site has to be clipped regularly to the height of the sensor to prevent it obstacle height. from disturbing the measurement and at the same time reduce wind influence. 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184... -
Page 7: Mounting
The other end of the cable should be connected to a ground nail. Fig. 3 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184... -
Page 8: Integrated Collecting System
There is a risk of cuts. It is therefore recommended that the measuring edge not be pressed on and/or that gloves are worn! Fig. 4 • Place the housing aside. • Lift inner protection cylinder. Inner protection cylinder Fig. 5 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184... - Page 9 Insert collecting vessel against the bearing spring with the site of the magnet facing towards the reed contact (Fig. 7) ◦ Insert the other axis into the other bearing. ◦ Test for fl awless tipping. Fig. 7 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
- Page 10 Removing the dirt trap spiral Grab the dirt trap spiral in such a way that a complete turn in the anti-clockwise direction is possible and pull it in a circular motion towards the funnel opening. Fig. 10 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
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Page 11: Power And Signal Connection
Connecting cable sensor with flying leads 10 m (42.8ft) FTS Part # RAINE-CBL-10M The maximum distance between the RAINE-HYDRO and the data acquisition system depends on the interfaces being used. The value for SDI-12 is obtained from the respective definitions of these standards. -
Page 12: Connecting Diagram
SDI-RAINE-HYDRO USER MANUAL T T erminal Assignment All unused wires must be connected to unused pins or insulated to avoid malfunctions. Connecting Diagram Connecting Diagram 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184... -
Page 13: Confi Guration Software - Rain[E] Commander
SDI-RAINE-HYDRO USER MANUAL Confi guration Software - rain[e] Commander The RAINE-HYDRO is configured using rain[e] Commander found on the FTS Support website (https://support.ftsinc.com/) >Product Lambrecht.net Documentation>Sensors> SDI-RAINE-HYDRO> Resources. This tool is used to configure the output signals of the RAINE-HYDRO. - Page 14 Heating ON / OFF • Standard Resolution Pulse Output (isolated) Resolution 0.10 mm/m² Closing Time 300 ms • High Resolution Pulse Output (isolated) Resolution 0.01 mm/m² Closing Time 10 ms Expert Confi guration Fig. 14 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
- Page 15 Start Adjustment button. Pressing the button with the red ‘X’ will stop the running adjustment. Adjustment has to done again if the deviations in the diagnostics are higher than ± 30 mg. 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
- Page 16 USER MANUAL Firmware Update Fig. 16 Firmware updates will be posted on the FTS Customer Support website (https://support.ftsinc.com/). Firmware updates are published to enhance or improve sensor performance and should be applied when released to ensure optimal sensor performance. To update the firmware, use the firmware Update screen. Select the COM port of the connected RAINE- HYDRO from the drop-down menu, click Browse for Firmware File 9folder icon) and select the firmware file on your computer or tablet.
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Page 17: Sdi-12 Interface
Generate Heating Data and Request CRC atttnn<CR><LF> aCC3! Start Intensity Measurement Average Value, atttnn<CR><LF> Maximum and Minimum and Request CRC Start Verifi cation atttn<CR><LF> a = address of the respective sensor; standard sensor address = 0 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184... - Page 18 15184x – 6 characters sensor type (= precipitation sensor rain[e]) 1.0 – Sensor version (= version 1) 781129.0001 – 11 characters serial No. ! – End of command <CR><LF> – End of answer Example: Command Answer 013LMGmbH1515184x1.0781129.0001<CR><LF> 113LMGmbH1515184x1.0781129.0002<CR><LF> 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
- Page 19 06 – Number of provided measured data ! – End of command <CR><LF> – End of answer Example: Command Answer 10036<CR><LF> The measured data can be requested with the commands aD0! and aD1!. (see Send Data). 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
- Page 20 6 – Number of provided measured data ! – End of command <CR><LF> – End of answer Example: Command Answer 200306<CR><LF> The measured data can be requested with the commands aD0! and aD1!. (see Send Data). 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
- Page 21 Precipitation intensity since last request mm/min Measured data Unit Buff er 1 Precipitation intensity since last request in mm/h mm/h Precipitation amount since last request mm/m² Precipitation amount total * mm/m² * see also chapter ‘Total Precipitation’ 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
- Page 22 Generation of the heating data aM2! a0033<CR><LF> Measured variable Unit Buff er 0 aC2! a00303<CR><LF> Temperature interior °C Heating ON (1) / OFF (0) with CRC aMC2! a0033<CR><LF> checksum Heating power total aCC2! a00303<CR><LF> 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
- Page 23 For internal use 0 or 1 +0 = ok; +1 = error The data will not be overwritten until the next C, M, or V command and can be read several times until then. 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
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Page 24: Total Precipitation
Please be careful while cleaning the collecting vessel to prevent it from taking damage. The RAINE-HYDRO and the collecting vessel must not be cleaned with steel brushes or similar tools or aggressive detergents. 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184... -
Page 25: Maintenance And Repair
Check if the RAINE-HYDRO is correctly connected to the Laptop/Tablet and the correct COM port is • selected. • Restart the rain[e] Commander. Maintenance and Repair For technical assistance, contact FTS Support at: Toll free 1-800-548-4264 E-mail: service@ftsinc.com Equipment and Spare Parts PART Cable, 10M (32' 9.7") with flying leads... -
Page 26: Download Of Updates
USER MANUAL Connecting Diagram for Customised Confi guration Fig. 18 Download of Updates Firmware updates can be found on the FTS Support web page (https://support.ftsinc.com/) >Product Documentation>Sensors> SDI-RAINE-HYDRO> Firmware Updates. Fig. 19 How to download the latest updates: Open an account with a valid e-mail address and your own password. -
Page 27: Technical Data
Max. 24 V DC / max. 0.1 A / max. 0.5 W CONTACT INFORMATION 1.800.548.4264 Toll-free Canadian Headquarters: Local 250.478.5561 1065 Henry Eng Place service@ftsinc.com E-Mail Victoria, BC | V9B 6B2 | Canada Technical support portal: http://support.ftsinc.com www.ftsinc.com rain[e]LP FTS Operating Instructions 700-SDI-RAINE-HYDRO Rev1 03 Mar 2021 Part# 21184...
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