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- Page 1 User’ s Guide Shop online at omega.com ® ® www.omega.com e-mail: info@omega.com WMS-16 Complete Weather Station...
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Page 2: Data Logging
For permanent storage, the data logged by the WMS-16 can be for years to come. copied to a magnetic disk. The format of the logged data has... -
Page 3: Barometric Pressure
Rain The rain gauge used with the WMS-16 is a traditional tipping bucket design. Resolution is 0.01 inches. Using the Data Once the weather data generated by the WMS-16 has been... -
Page 4: Installation Considerations
Installation of the WMS-16 is simple and straight forward, thanks to its modular design and terminal-strip connections. Prior to installing the WMS-16, you should be aware of Figure 1 shows the control module’s rear panel and the several important points that must be taken into consideration locations of the various connections. -
Page 5: Power Connections
Xon/Xoff Power Connections Under this protocol the computer sends ASCII character DC3 (19 decimal, 13H) to the WMS-16 to halt its transmission, and The WMS-16 can be operated from either standard 110VAC DC1 (17 decimal, 11H) to resume. outlet, or from an external 12V battery. -
Page 6: Sensor Installation
Omega WMS-16 Modular Weather Station Barometric Pressure Module © Omega 2000 Sensor Configuration Wire the three wires of the barometric pressure module into the terminal strip on the WMS-16 module as shown in Figure Sensor Type Model Input Calibration Since pressure varies with elevation, the barometric pressure 1.Wind Speed... -
Page 7: Temperature/Humidity Sensors
Wire the cable from the Temperature/Humidity sensor into the terminal strip on the WMS-16 module as shown in Figure 1. Call up the main screen (Figure 3) on the display terminal by pressing “Esc” for main menu. Press “2” for Current Observations at the main menu. -
Page 8: Station Setup
Station Setup procedure. This procedure allows you to specify certain operational parameters that the WMS-16 uses in its calculations and on its display. Run Station Setup when using the weather station for the first time. After that, ignore it – unless you wish to change one or more of the settings. -
Page 9: Date And Time
Do you want to continue/ [Y or running average that reaches back in to previous logging N]:”. Enter, “Y” and the Weather Port WMS-16 Station periods. Sensor configuration will appear. If all of the sensors that you intend to use are shown as being configured then press “Q”... -
Page 10: Weather Trends
Ø To view the next screen, simply press the Press “3”, at the main menu to view the WMS-16’s stored data space bar. Each successive screen may be and to specify the amount of data to be retrieved in hours. If viewed by pressing the space bar. - Page 11 You may format. not, however, return to a previous screen, you must return to the main menu and begin To display logged data sorted by days: the retrieval procedure anew. WMS-16 Weather Station Operator’s Manual...
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Page 12: Data Download
Selection “5” on the main menu “Data download” – allows Ø Click on “OK’’ and download will start. you to save a permanent record of the WMS-16’s stored data. The data retrieval procedure is dependent on the Transfer time from a full memory may take up to eleven communications software program used. -
Page 13: Setting Up The Alarms
9600 baud, between the ALARM THRESHOLDS. WMS-16 and a telephone line so that the WMS-16 can be Select ADD, DELETE or QUIT. If you select Add, the next accessed remotely via telephone from a computer. -
Page 14: Wind Speed And Direction
GROUND terminal; the GREEN wire (wind direction signal) is connected to the A7 terminal and the WHITE wire (wind speed signal) is connected to the P1 terminal. The WMS-16 is now ready for wind speed and wind direction initializing. - Page 15 GROUND terminal. INITIALIZATION OF TEMPERATURE AND RELATIVE HUMIDITY INITIALIZATION OF THE AUXILIARY TEMPERATURE SENSOR. Press EXC to get the MAIN MENU. From the MAIN MENU press number 1. STATION SET UP. WMS-16 Weather Station Operator’s Manual...
- Page 16 Model Input Calibration Humidity WMS-16-PN Temperature WMS-16T If you intend to add another sensor select A. If you do not want to add another sensor select Q. You will be asked if you are sure that you want to erase memory. If you have added or deleted a sensor select Y if not select N and press ENTER.
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Page 17: Rain Gauge Installation
Precipitation All models 0.01 Changing units on the SETUP menu will not change the reported value for rainfall. That change must be made from the ADD OR REMOVE SENSORS menu. Installation of Auxiliary Temperature Sensor WMS-16 Weather Station Operator’s Manual... - Page 18 The auxiliary temperature sensor is a thermistor attached to a two conductor cable. Connect one conductor to A5 terminal and the other conductor to a GROUND terminal. INITIALIZATION OF THE AUXILIARY TEMPERATURE SENSOR. Press EXC to get the MAIN MENU. From the MAIN MENU press number 1.
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Page 19: Relative Humidity
5' Tripod & 5’Sensor Mast (8' total) Range: 0-360° Resolution: > 1% WMS-16EPA High Sensitivity Modular Weather Accuracy: ± 3% Station same as above but with: WMS-16-5E High Sensitivity Wind Sensor, 40' Cable TEMPERATURE Range: -40° to +140°F Resolution: > .1°F WMS-16 Weather Station Operator’s Manual... - Page 20 Options: WMS-16SR Solar Radiation Sensor, includes mounting arm and 40' cable WMS-16T Auxiliary Air Temperature Sensor, 40’ Cable WMS-16TWS Water or Soil Temperature Sensor, 40’ Cable RG-2501/40 Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge, 40’ Cable WMS-16PE Power Supply 220 VAC WMS-ENCL-16A NEMA-4X Enclosure Assembly, includes mounting brackets, 12V 7AH battery and 10 watt solar panel battery charger WMS-ENCL-16B NEMA-4X Enclosure Assembly, includes...
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Page 21: Data Acquisition
Where Do I Find Everything I Need for Process Measurement and Control? OMEGA…Of Course! Shop online at www.omega.com TEMPERATURE Thermocouple, RTD & Thermistor Probes, Connectors, Panels & Assemblies Wire: Thermocouple, RTD & Thermistor Calibrators & Ice Point References Recorders, Controllers & Process Monitors... - Page 22 Toll Free in United Kingdom: 0800-488-488 e-mail: sales@omega.co.uk It is the policy of OMEGA to comply with all worldwide safety and EMC/EMI regulations that apply. OMEGA is constantly pursuing certification of its products to the European New Approach Directives. OMEGA will add the CE mark to every appropriate device upon certification.
- Page 23 Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purchaser, including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of design limits, improper repair, or unauthorized modification.
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