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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PC/Laptop Set Up using Gill MScan Software......... 20 6.1.2 PC/Laptop Set Up if Gill MScan Software is not available....... 22 Accessing the MetStream GUI using a PC and a Wi-Fi Router ....... 24 Accessing the MetStream GUI using a PC and a LAN Port......27 MetStream Front Page GUI Features.
  • Page 3 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.5 Dashboard Settings (Administrator Use) ..........41 6.5.6 Measurement Log ..................42 6.5.7 Network Settings ..................45 6.5.8 Weather Observation Website (WOW) ............. 47 6.5.9 Weather Underground ................48 6.5.10 Date and Time ..................49 6.5.11 About ......................

  • Page 4: Foreword

    INTRODUCTION The Gill MetStream 100 is a robust unit which allows automatic detection of a connected Gill Instruments MetPak or MaxiMet Range Weather Station to its Digital input and with the use of its Ethernet Output allow Weather Data to be viewed and logged over a PC network.

  • Page 5: Specification

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SPECIFICATION MetStream 100 - Parts 1955-100-0X-XX Input Power Requirement (MetStream only) Voltage 9-30V DC Current 145mA max@12V DC (2W) MetStream only 500mA max @ 12V DC, (6W max) including external sensor Power over Ethernet Built-in receiver (IEEE 802.3af-2003)
  • Page 6 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MetStream Power Supply Unit - Part 026-04969 (Supplied with all MetStream Parts 1955-100-0X-XX) Input Voltage Range 100v to 240V AC @ 300mA max (50/60Hz) Mains Adaptors UK, Euro, US and AUS types supplied. Output Power Regulated 12V DC ± 2%...

  • Page 7: Pre-Installation

    2 Metre one to one Ethernet lead. 1 Metre crossover Ethernet lead. Terminal block 8-way connector. DC Input Power Plug 2.1mm. MetStream 100 Part Numbers. Available spare parts and optional extras are as detailed below:- Item Part Number MetStream 100 (Supplied unit).

  • Page 8: Packaging

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Packaging Whilst the MetStream 100 is being moved to its installation site, the unit should be kept in its packaging. Retain the packaging for use if the unit has to be moved or returned to Gill Instruments.

  • Page 9: Mounting

    Mounting  The MetStream 100 is designed for indoor use.  The MetStream 100 can be positioned laid flat down or on its side.  For outdoor use the unit should be enclosed in a box that provides the necessary sealing that will meet the outdoor climatic conditions.

  • Page 10: Metstream Rear Panel Connectors

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4.5.4 MetStream Rear Panel Connectors Ethernet Link LED Ethernet Link Activity LED Power Data Comms and Earthing Stud Ethernet Supply Power Out 4.5.5 Rear Panel Power Socket Two contact power socket Use with 2.1mm x 5.5mm plug (supplied, see below).

  • Page 11: Rs232/422/485 Connector

    Wires connected to this plug should be stripped back 8 mm for insertion into the push/lock connector. NOTE: A similar 8 way plug is used on Gill MetPak units, refer to the appropriate MetPak manual for wiring to the 8 way connector as contact 1 to 8 number positions are not as above.

  • Page 12: Installation

    Ensure the power supply operates to the MetStream 100 specification at all times. Bench system test Note: Prior to physically mounting the MetStream 100 in its final location, we strongly recommend that a bench system test be carried out to confirm the system is configured correctly, is fully functional and electrically compatible with the selected host system and cabling (preferably utilising the final cable length).

  • Page 13: Ethernet To Ethernet Connection

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Cable length The maximum cable length is dependent on the chosen communication method. The following table shows the maximum cable lengths for the supported communication protocols at the given baud rates, using the recommended cable. If any problems of data corruption etc.

  • Page 14: Cable Length

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The table below shows some set up cable options. Cable type required for setup Wi Fi Router Crossover Straight Straight MetStream to:- 5.1.3 Cable length The typical maximum length at Ethernet 10Mbps data rate is 100 Metres, using the recommended cable.

  • Page 15: Power Supplies

    5.1.6 Power over Ethernet Connection. It is possible to Supply Power to a MetStream 100 and connected MetPak unit for instance through the use of a Single Port MidSpan PoE Injector. Typically the Power over Ethernet device will inject 48v dc on the Ethernet cable to connect to the MetStream 100 unit.

  • Page 16: Metpak To Metstream Rs232 Digital Input Connections

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5.2.1 MetPak to MetStream RS232 Digital Input Connections The following example shows a MetPak with its COMMS set for RS232 connected to MetStream. This is the MetPak default communication configuration setting. NOTE: The 8 way connectors fitted to MetStream and MetPak are identical, take care when connecting the lead to the equipments to ensure that cable wiring matches that required of the connecting equipment.

  • Page 17: 5.2.4 Maximet To Metstream Rs232 Digital Input Connections

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5.2.4 MaxiMet to MetStream RS232 Digital Input Connections The following example shows a MaxiMet with its COMMS set for RS232 connected to MetStream. This is the MaxiMet default communication configuration setting. MaxiMet 9 way Clipper MetStream 8 way Connector...

  • Page 18: Mechanical Installation

    Location It is advised to not site the MetStream 100 in close proximity of electrical noise, Radar or RF transmitters. A site survey may be required if there is any doubt about the strength of external electrical noise.

  • Page 19: Metstream External Protection Box - Part 1955-Pk-052

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MetStream External Protection Box - Part 1955-PK-052 (Supplied with MetStream Part 1955-100-02-XX). Note the environmental temperature conditions etc. under which the Protection Box and MetStream will be used to ensure there is no conflict (see manual Specification pages 4 and 5).
  • Page 20 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ To install the MetStream unit loosen the 2 Philips screws identified below, slide the clamp plate to the right. Slide in the MetStream unit as shown and clamp in MetStream and tighten the 2 screws. Connect the supplied pre-wired Earth Tag, Power and 8 Way MetStream plugs to MetStream.

  • Page 21: Metstream Graphical User Interface

    MetStream before connection). View MetStream GUI with a PC and Ethernet Crossover Cable. Connect equipment as per the following system diagram. On first applying power to the MetStream 100, wait for 90 seconds before attempting to access it for data. 6.1.1 PC/Laptop Set Up using Gill MScan Software.
  • Page 22 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Select ‘Direct Connection between PC and MetStream’. Click on the ‘Find MetStream(s)’ button. A MetStream should be found at 192.168.67.67. Click on MetStream found at 192.168.67.67 to highlight the MetStream IP Address. Click on ‘Connect to MetStream’.

  • Page 23: Pc/Laptop Set Up If Gill Mscan Software Is Not Available

    If the PC/laptop has a Wi Fi connection then temporarily disable this function to connect to MetStream via a direct Ethernet crossover cable connection. Apply power to MetStream 100 (wait for 90 seconds before attempting to access it for data).
  • Page 24 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ On the PC open Internet Explorer (or equivalent) browser window. Type in a default MetStream IP address 192.168.67.67. This IP address can be used irrespective of any fixed IP address that may have been previously set.

  • Page 25: Accessing The Metstream Gui Using A Pc And A Wi-Fi Router

    Note:- Alternative Wi-Fi connected devices may be used to connect to the MetStream unit to view the GUI if required e.g. Tablet or Smart Phone however the Gill MScan Software will only run on a PC to determine the IP address. Alternative IP Scan app software will be needed.
  • Page 26 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Once connected to the Wi Fi network load and open Gill MScan Software on to the PC. Select ‘MetStream Connected to Network’. Click on the ‘Find MetStream’ button. A list of available MetStreams will be listed with their IP addresses.
  • Page 27 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ NOTE the MetStream IP address is detected by the Wi Fi Router and can change each time MetStream is powered up if the MetStream unit is set for DHCP. Use Configure to fix the IP Address of MetStream if required.

  • Page 28: Accessing The Metstream Gui Using A Pc And A Lan Port

    Connect MetStream to a LAN connection using the 2 metre Ethernet Cable supplied or any standard non crossover Ethernet cable. On first applying power to the MetStream 100, wait for 90 seconds before attempting to access it for data. Open Gill MScan Software load and Open Gill MScan Software on to the PC.
  • Page 29 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Click on and highlight the MetStream found at IP address that you want to connect Click on ‘Connect to MetStream’. Your default browser will be launched and will connect to the MetStream homepage. If the opening screen does not appear to reflect the currently connected equipment then clear the Browser Cache and refresh the display.

  • Page 30: Metstream Front Page Gui Features

    MetStream will communicate with the attached RS232/422/485 connected device, read settings, log data automatically and display data in a graphical format. In this case a Gill MaxiMet GMX600 is connected to the MetStream device and the Graphical User Interface (GUI) opens with the following display.
  • Page 31 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dashboard 2 instrument display shown as follows:- Dashboard 3 instrument display shown as follows:- ________________________________________________________________________________________________ MetStream 100 Page 30 Issue 5 Doc. No. 1955-PS-001 August 2021...

  • Page 32: Trend Graphs

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Where applicable at the bottom of the MetStream parameter display there are 2 tool signs. 6.4.3 Trend Graphs Click on the Trend Graph icon to open a trend graph of the parameter of interest. E.g. Wind Direction.
  • Page 33 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.4.4 Change Reading Measurement Type, Gauge Range and Reset Max/Min. Click on the icon. For example choose the on screen Wind Speed Measurement Type e.g. m/s. Set the on screen Gauge Range Start and End values e.g. 0 and 70.

  • Page 34: Metstream Configuration (Administrator Use)

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MetStream Configuration (Administrator Use) Access to the Configure pages is dependent on having username and password access. Click on the Configure icon at the top of the main screen. 6.5.1 Login Enter Username and Password. (MetStream units are shipped with a default username and password as follows).

  • Page 35: Exit/Reboot/Shutdown/Thru Mode/Logout

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.2 Exit/Reboot/Shutdown/Thru Mode/Logout On the left hand side of the Configuration screen there are five buttons:- ) – Go back to GUI front screen without changing settings Exit without saving (and but will still logged into configure screen. If you then click on Configure you will be taken to the Configure tabs without having to login again.

  • Page 36: Username And Password

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.3 Username and Password If it is required to change the default Username and Password then select this page as follows:- To change the Password complete the fields identified below and click on Submit. Click on OK as below and this takes you back to the Main Dashboard screen to log in with the new Password.

  • Page 37: Input Device Settings

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.4 Input Device Settings When Input Device Settings is selected Connection Type will show Auto as the default setting. Auto Mode The Auto selection (default setting) allows MetStream to automatically detect any of the instruments detailed in the Supported Devices list and log the data string data that they are outputting.
  • Page 38 MetPak Pro. If a device needs to be connected that is not on the supported list use Manual Mode set up or contact Gill Instruments for advice. NOTE: ASCII Setup, Message Delimiter Comma only is currently supported.
  • Page 39 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Manual Mode The following example covers displaying and logging data from a Gill WindSonic or WindObserver settings with unit set for default output and with an RS422 connection to MetStream. Select comma separated fields for WindSonic/WindObserver as below, Wind Speed units are set to match those coming from the WindSonic/WindObserver (default Metres/Second).
  • Page 40 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Below is an example of the settings required for an NMEA device (Baud rate would typically be 4800). Leave Wind Speed units at Metres/Second. Change Wind Direction to 0 and 359 Change Wind Speed Scale to that required e.g. 0-60m/s Select required direction style.
  • Page 41 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ POLLED MODE Poll Character to match that of the instrument node letter. Poll Rate 1-32 to match the capability of the connected unit polled mode. Message Delimiter - Comma. Space, tab, semi-colon, other. Comma only is currently supported.

  • Page 42: Dashboard Settings (Administrator Use)

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.5 Dashboard Settings (Administrator Use) Note: Changing Dashboard Settings affects the MetStream data view seen by all PC’s using the same MetStream Web browser IP address. Select a background image from the available options or choose custom to upload a user image.

  • Page 43: Measurement Log

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.6 Measurement Log Data Logging Notes: MetStream logs data to an internal SD card (not user removable). Data logging occurs continuously once MetStream is connected to a recognised/configured external instrument; in this case data logging cannot be disabled.
  • Page 44 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Saving Data to a USB Flash Drive Data logged and saved to the internal SD card can be manually copied to an external USB flash drive. Data is not automatically or directly sent to the USB flash drive.
  • Page 45 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Click on Ok After 5-10 seconds MetStream will report. Data is saved on the USB flash drive as a .CSV file identified as for example by MSLOG_20171003 (Year 2017/Month10/Day03). This file can automatically open in a spreadsheet format if for instance Microsoft Excel or Libre Office Calc are installed on the PC as per the following example.

  • Page 46: Network Settings

    When connecting MetStream in a system that has no DNS or DHCP server, it may be necessary to set up a static IP address (see Para 6.1.2 to determine the IP address). WLAN Interface The Wireless LAN Interface connection is not applicable to MetStream 100 (Use MetStream 105). ________________________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 47 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Thru Mode TCP Port If the MetStream is placed into Thru Mode, the TCP Port is by default set to 8023. This can be changed here if a different port is required. For further information on Thru Mode, please see section 6.5.12.

  • Page 48: Weather Observation Website (Wow)

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.8 Weather Observation Website (WOW) Applies to MetStream units that are connected to a device that has internet access. The UK Meteorological Office have created a platform for collecting weather observation readings primarily from across the United Kingdom see http://wow.metoffice.gov.uk/ (other countries have contributed data).

  • Page 49: 6.5.9 Weather Underground

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.9 Weather Underground Applies to MetStream units that are connected to a device that has internet access. Weather Underground is an internet based commercial weather service capable of providing real-time information based on data from the national weather service and personal weather stations registered with the website.

  • Page 50: Date And Time

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.10 Date and Time When MetStream is first powered up it opens with a default Time Zone, default 01/01/2000 date, zero hour time and default NTP. Select the required Time Zone from the drop down menu and click on ‘Save Time Zone’.

  • Page 51: About

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Precision Time Protocol (PTP) looks for the network provider master clock for specific closed networks. PTP options data will show the IP address of the PTP source. 6.5.11 About Reports various MetStream attributes that can be useful for record of unit build and fault finding.

  • Page 52: Thru Mode (Diagnostic Connection)

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.12 Thru Mode (Diagnostic Connection) It is possible to communicate directly with a sensor attached to a MetStream using a terminal program, allowing you to view/log the raw sensor data in real time and if necessary re-configure the sensor.
  • Page 53 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ If required re-open the MetStream Web page e.g. 10.10.10.153 to confirm that Thru Mode has been enabled (see screen shot). Close the Web Browser page connection. Open a Telnet terminal programme e.g. HyperTerminal. Type in a Name, e.g. MetStream Thru Mode.
  • Page 54 (MetPak Pro data illustrated). Should it be necessary to place the connected instrument into a Set Up mode/Configuration mode then send the necessary command (for Gill sensors this is the * command). To interrogate the connected instrument:- Type * to place the unit into Set up Mode (Enter key may be needed).
  • Page 55 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Logging Data Hyperterminal can be used to log MetStream data (but note it will not add a Date/Time stamp to the data). Start Logging Select Transfer /Capture Text. Then select Browse to choose a location/file on the PC to log the data.
  • Page 56 Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Disable Thru Mode With any terminal connection to MetStream closed, open the Web Browser page and Log- In to the Configure pages. Click on Disable Thru Mode. Click on OK. MetStream will now Re-Boot. After 1 minute Refresh the Web Browser IP address page to view normal connected instrument data.

  • Page 57: 6.5.13 Port Forwarding

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.5.13 Port Forwarding If the router/server that the MetStream is linked to is connected to the internet, it will have a Public IP Address. This is assigned by the Internet Service Provider (ISP) and more often than not it isn’t fixed. If a fixed IP address is required a fee usually has to be paid to the ISP.

  • Page 58: Maintenance & Fault-Finding

    Maintenance There are no MetStream user-serviceable parts requiring routine maintenance. Opening the unit will void the warranty. In the event of failure, prior to returning the unit to your authorised Gill distributor, it is recommended that:  All cables and connectors are checked for continuity, bad contacts, corrosion etc.

  • Page 59: Fault-Finding

    Gill Instruments Limited _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Fault-finding To Support fault finding Gill Instruments Manuals can be downloaded from:- http://www.gillinstruments.com/data/manuals/manuals.htm Gill Instruments Software can be downloaded from:- http://www.gillinstruments.com/main/software.html Symptom Action  Check DC power is applied to the MetStream, the front panel Yellow LED should be constantly illuminated.

  • Page 60: Returning Units

    Returning Units If the unit has to be returned, it should be carefully packed in the original packaging and returned to your authorised Gill distributor, with a full description of the fault condition. Gill Instruments Distributors can be found at:- http://www.gillinstruments.com/main/an_distributors.htm...

  • Page 61: Guarantee

    Weather Observation Website Positive Negative Guarantee For terms of guarantee contact your supplier or refer to the Gill Instruments Terms & Conditions here: https://gill.group/wp-content/uploads/Gill-Group-Company-Terms-Conditions-of-Sale- 9170-0003-Issue-02-March-20.._.pdf Warranty is void if the black security seal covering MetStream box screws are damaged or broken.

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