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- Page 1 3000 Series Wireless Stations PRODUCT MANUAL 3210xx, 3220xx, 3240xx, 3250xx xx=MU, ME, HU, WF, DU, DE, DA, DR...
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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. To translate WatchDog 3000 model numbers into sensor and modem/radio configurations, please see the Specifications on pages 18-19. -
Page 3: Installation Preparation
(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. For all models except 32nnDR: Attach the antenna to the top of the bracket by twisting it into the SMA connector. Tighten finger tight so that the antenna does not unscrew. See imag- es below. Temperature Alert Station ET Station.
- 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.
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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
Configuration WatchDog Mobile (Bluetooth) 1. Download the free WatchDog Mobile app from the app store (Apple or Google Play) to your phone. If it has been installed for a while, check that you have the latest version installed. 2. Turn Bluetooth on in the station by pressing and holding the red “Select”... - 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.
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Page 9: Set 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: Connecting To A Wifi Network
Configuration Connecting to a WiFi Network In order to connect your station to a WiFi network you will need the network’s Access Point name (SSID) and its passphrase (password). 1. If you haven’t already, please follow all the instructions on page 7 to use the WatchDog Mobile app with Bluetooth con- nectivity. -
Page 11: Connecting To A Retriever & Pup Network
Configuration Connecting to a Retriever & Pup Network If you are setting up a new network, please see the “WatchDog Retriever & Pup Product Manual” for complete instructions. To add a 32x0DU, 32x0DE , or 32x0DA station to an existing net- work, use the following steps. -
Page 12: 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 13: Downloading Data To A Flash Drive
Downloading Data To a Flash Drive Logged data can be collected from a WatchDog 3000 station us- ing a USB flash drive. The data will be stored in a file named ssssssss.WD3, where “ssssssss” is the station’s serial number. Note that if there is a previous file by that name on the flash drive, the new file will erase and write over it. -
Page 14: Status Led Meaning
STATUS LED Meanings Depending on the current state of the station, the STATUS LED conveys different information. Except as noted below, the LED color indicates the battery status. • GREEN = 81-100% • AMBER = 41-80% • RED = 0—40% When connecting or connected via Bluetooth to a smartphone running WatchDog Mobile: •... -
Page 15: Using The Select Button
Using the SELECT Button Short (under 2 second) press (LED turns GREEN): Turns Bluetooth on. 2 to 4 second press (LED turns AMBER): Export Logged Data • Save all records in station flash memory to a plugged-in USB drive. Time varies by the volume of data stored on the station and the USB flash drive used, generally under one minute. -
Page 16: 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. -
Page 17: 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 18: Specifications
Specifications Included Sensors by Model 3210 3220 3240 3250 Temp Rain Weather Alert Station Station Station Temperature Relative Humidity Rainfall Optional Wind Speed Optional ... - Page 19 Specifications 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 30,000 records (312 days at 15 minute inter-...
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Page 20: 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-...