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WatchDog 550 Operation Manual

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Operation
Manual
Model #'s
525, 550, 600,
700 and
900et
thoroughly before using your instrument. For customer support, or to
CONTENTS
This manual will familiarize you with the features and operation of
your new WatchDog Weather Station. Please read this manual
place an order, call Spectrum Technologies, Inc. at (800)248-8873 or
(815) 436-4440 between 7:30 am and 5:30 p.m. CST, FAX at (815)
436-4460, or E-Mail at info@specmeters.com
Spectrum Technologies, Inc
23839 W Andrew Rd.
Plainfield, IL 60544
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Warranty This manual will familiarize you with the features and operation of your new WatchDog Weather Station. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your instrument. For customer support, or to place an order, call Spectrum Technologies, Inc. at (800)248-8873 or (815) 436-4440 between 7:30 am and 5:30 p.m.

  • Page 2: General Overview

    64 days. station. Sensor Measurement Range Accuracy The WatchDog Weather Station will allow you to record and monitor Wind Speed 0-175 mph ±5% real-time local weather information at remote sites. Your weather station can also be connected to as many as 4 additional sensors via...

  • Page 3: External Sensors

    A p a r t f r o m t h e sensor input (Models 525, 550, 600 and 700 have 4, Model 900ET has 3). a n e m o m e t e r , t h e The following table lists the available optional sensors.

  • Page 4: Lcd Display Panel

    Anemometer setup (cont.) LCD Display Panel Calibrating the Wind Vane The digital LCD screen displays on-site readings and calculated pa- When the weather station is initially placed in the field or moved, the rameters such as evapotranspiration (900ET station), dewpoint wind direction must be calibrated.

  • Page 5: Connecting To Computer

    Connecting to Computer Sensor Information is displayed as follows: Remotely Located Stations If you are using the WatchDog Data Shuttle (item # 3679) to interface Wind Current speed and direction, with your weather station, the weather station’s datalogger must be...

  • Page 6: Weather Bulletin

    Connecting to Weather Bulletin Computer (cont.) When the station is hard-wired directly to the computer, it is The 100 and 200 ft. cables have modular (telephone-type) connectors possible to see current weather conditions by clicking on the on one end and a 9-pin female connector on the other. Plug the modular connector into the port labeled “Aux”...

  • Page 7: Mounting The Weather Station

    SpecWare Software The weather station should be located in an open, unobstructed, grassy To use the WatchDog Weather Station, SpecWare 6.0 software is area to ensure accurate measurement of wind, rainfall, sunlight, and required. SpecWare software is an integral part of the WatchDog evapotranspiration.

  • Page 8: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement Each WatchDog weather station is powered by four AA alkaline bat- The WatchDog Data Loggers are easy to use and reliable. Should you tery cells. The batteries have a life of 8 months continuous use. They have a problem, or have questions: are user replaceable and can be purchased locally.

  • Page 9: Warranty

    Warranty Trouble Shooting This product is warranted to be free from defects in material or Commonly asked questions include: workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase. During the warranty period Spectrum will, at its option, either repair or replace Q.

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