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TurfWeather Weather Station
Revision: 5/11
C o p y r i g h t
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  • Page 1 TurfWeather Weather Station Revision: 5/11 C o p y r i g h t © 2 0 0 4 - 2 0 1 1 C a m p b e l l S c i e n t i f i c ,...
  • Page 2 WARRANTY AND ASSISTANCE This equipment is warranted by CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC (CANADA) CORP. (“CSC”) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for twelve (12) months from date of shipment unless specified otherwise. ***** Batteries are not warranted.
  • Page 3 PLEASE READ FIRST About this manual Please note that this manual was originally produced by Campbell Scientific Inc. (CSI) primarily for the US market. Some spellings, weights and measures may reflect this origin. Some useful conversion factors: 1 in (square inch) = 645 mm Area: 1 in.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    2.4.1.1 Procedure 1a: 16776 Tripod Preparation for Installation ...20 2.4.1.2 Procedure 1b: Ground Installations........22 2.4.1.3 Procedure 2: 16772 Guy-Wire Kit Installation ....23 2.4.1.4 Procedure 3: Mounting the TurfWeather Station on a Tripod or Pole ..............24 2.4.1.5 Procedure 4: SP5 Solar Panel Installation ......27 2.4.1.6 Procedure 5: 16775 Ground Kit Installation ......28...
  • Page 5 TurfWeather Table of Contents 3.13 Solar Radiation Sensor (P/N 14009) Removal and Replacement Procedure................... 48 3.14 Rain Gauge (P/N 25585) Removal and Replacement Procedure..51 3.15 Wind Speed Sensor (Anemometer) (P/N 14010) Removal and Replacement Procedure ..............53 3.16 Wind Direction Sensor (P/N 14011) Removal and Replacement Procedure...................
  • Page 6 2-7. The TurfWeather weather station assembly properly seated on a mast or pole ..................24 2-8. Two views of the TurfWeather station. The U-bolt and nuts are shown....................25 2-9. Accurate wind direction measurements require the reference line on the wind direction sensor (right) to be aligned with Magnetic North................25...
  • Page 7 TurfWeather Table of Contents...

  • Page 8: Quick Start Guide

    FIGURE 1-1. Box of standard and wireless equipment. The lift straps allow easy removal of the weather station from the box. 1.2 TurfWeather Setup Procedure Remove the top foam packing from the TurfWeather weather station box and verify you have all ordered equipment (see Equipment List). Unpack equipment.

  • Page 9: Serial Cable Male Connector Connects. A Dust Cover Must Be Removed From The Weather Station Rs-232 Port Before Connecting The Cable

    If you’re connecting the cable to a USB port, a serial-to-USB converter cable is required and optionally available from Campbell Scientific P/N 16878,USB-AD. If the TurfWeather station has been configured for use with the NOTE optional external battery back, no internal battery is inside of the weather station.

  • Page 10: Keyed Power Switch Is Located On The Bottom Of The Weather Station

    FIGURE 1-3. Keyed power switch is located on the bottom of the weather station. Load and start the Campbell Scientific PC200W software. The first time PC200W opens, it will open with the “EZSetup Wizard” or it can be accessed by clicking on the add button. It is the green “+” in the top left area of the main screen.
  • Page 11 TurfWeather Weather Station Select CR200Series from the drop down menu in the Datalogger Type and Name window. Highlight the CR200Series under the Datalogger Name and rename it “TurfWeather”. Click Next.
  • Page 12 TurfWeather Weather Station 10. Select the COM Port used to connect to the weather station from the COM Port drop down box. Leave the COM Port Communication Delay set to 00 seconds, and click Next.
  • Page 13 TurfWeather Weather Station 11. Select 9600 from the Baud Rate drop down box, the PakBus Address 1, and the Extra Response Time 00 and then click Next.
  • Page 14 TurfWeather Weather Station 12. This will be the Communication Setup Summary, click on Next. If changes need to be made, then click on Previous to go to the Correct window to make changes. Then click on Next to advance back to the...
  • Page 15 TurfWeather Weather Station 13. This will be the Communication Test window. With Yes selected, click on Next.
  • Page 16 TurfWeather Weather Station 14. Communication Test Succeeded window will inform you after table definitions have been updated. This may take several minuets. Click Next.
  • Page 17 TurfWeather Weather Station 15. The Datalogger Clock window will display the PC clock and the Datalogger clock. Click on the Set Datalogger Clock to sync the Datalogger date and time with the PC if needed then click Next.
  • Page 18 TurfWeather Weather Station 16. The Datalogger Program window will display the current program. Verify the correct program for application is shown as Current Program. Click Next.
  • Page 19 TurfWeather Weather Station 17. The Wizard Complete window is now displayed. Click on Finish This will bring you to the main PC200W window 18. From this Main Screen, click on the Monitor Data tab at the top.
  • Page 20 21. Proceed to Radio Setup (Section 1.3) if using radio communication. If the TurfWeather weather station is a direct connect, Turn off key switch on weather station and proceed to the TurfWeather Site Installation Guide.

  • Page 21: Radio Setup

    TurfWeather Weather Station 1.3 Radio Setup Attach the antenna or cable to the radio connector marked Antenna (Figures 1-4 and 1-5). FIGURE 1-4. The radio antenna may be a surface mount antenna (left), a whip antenna(right) that connects directly to the radio, or other optional antennas (not shown).

  • Page 22: Radio Connections. The Serial Cable (Left) Connects To The Port Marked Rs232 And The Ac Adapter Connects To The Port Marked Dc Pwr Input

    Contact your local distributor for assistance. If your radio is working properly, close the Campbell Scientific PC200W software and turn the key to the off position. You are now ready to install your weather station at the site.

  • Page 23: Help And Support

    Campbell Scientific customer support 435-752-2342 2. Installation This guide includes procedures for installing your TurfWeather weather station on a tripod or pole and for installing our associated mounting/installation kits as required. Before installing your weather station at your site, read over the sections on power sources, site selection, and communications considerations.

  • Page 24: Communications Considerations

    TurfWeather Weather Station FIGURE 2-1. Ten Times the Height Rule. If the height of the tree, T, is 8 feet and the height of the shed, H, is 7 ft then the weather station should be placed at least 80 ft away from the tree (i.e., 10T = 10x8 =80 ft) and 70 ft away from the shed (i.e., 10H = 10x7 = 70 ft).

  • Page 25: Grounding Issues

    2.3.2 Wireless Communications 2.3.2.1 Transmission Ranges Site your TurfWeather weather station within the spread spectrum radio transmission range. Typical transmission ranges are listed below: Up to ½ mile (0.8 km)for the weather station 916MHz and weather station 922MHz Up to ¼...

  • Page 26: Testing Radio Transmissions

    To test the radio transmission of your weather station, carry the weather station to the site attached to the tripod or mounting pole then attempt to communicate with the weather station using the host computer. See the TurfWeather Quick Start Guide section for instructions. Only turn key switch on during testing when charging cable is not connected to avoid battery damage.

  • Page 27: Installation Procedures

    Externally powered systems that do not use solar panels for battery recharge have no update limitations. TurfWeather weather station wireless systems located above 40 degrees North/South Latitude should set the update interval for 60 seconds, or greater, during periods of limited solar incidence.

  • Page 28: Second Extension Into The Top Of The First Extension

    TurfWeather Weather Station If using mast extension(s), pound extension(s) into the mast by inserting the tapered end of the extension into the top of the mast and striking the extension top with a wooden block or hard rubber mallet (Figure 2-4).

  • Page 29: Procedure 1B: Ground Installations

    TurfWeather Weather Station Once the mast height has been set, tighten all six collar bolts. Install the tripod at the site. Refer to “Procedure 1b: Ground Installations”. 2.4.1.2 Procedure 1b: Ground Installations If needed, prepare the site. A temporary site may require brush or tall weeds to be removed and footings dug if the site is not level.

  • Page 30: Procedure 2: 16772 Guy-Wire Kit Installation

    TurfWeather Weather Station 2.4.1.3 Procedure 2: 16772 Guy-Wire Kit Installation Guy-Wire Clamps Turnbuckles Bracket S-Hooks Cut the guy-wire cable into three equal length pieces. Loop one end of each guy-wire through a Bracket eye-bolt and clamp the guy-wire using one of the Clamps provided.

  • Page 31: Procedure 3: Mounting The Turfweather Station On A Tripod Or Pole

    Guy-wires will stretch for a few weeks after installation. You should periodically check them for tension and re-tighten the turnbuckles as required until they stop stretching. 2.4.1.4 Procedure 3: Mounting the TurfWeather Station on a Tripod or Pole NOTE This procedure assumes the weather station has been setup and tested at the computer location (see Quick Start Guide), and that a tripod or pole has been installed at the site.

  • Page 32: Two Views Of The Turfweather Station. The U-Bolt And Nuts Are

    (Figure 2-8). U-Bolt Nuts FIGURE 2-8. Two views of the TurfWeather station. The U-bolt and nuts are shown. As a reference, use a magnetic compass (supplied in the optional Tripod Installation Kit) and rotate the weather station assembly until the reference line on the wind direction sensor is aligned with Magnetic North (Figure 2-9).

  • Page 33: The Bubble Level (In Red Box) Confirms The Station Is Level

    TurfWeather Weather Station Bubble level FIGURE 2-10. The bubble level (in red box) confirms the station is level, which is required for accurate rainfall and solar radiation measurements. Connect the power source that will recharge the internal sealed rechargeable battery. If using a solar panel, follow Procedure 4: Solar Panel Installation (Section 2.4.1.5).

  • Page 34: Procedure 4: Sp5 Solar Panel Installation

    TurfWeather Weather Station Remove the red or green cap from the solar radiation sensor (Figure 2-11) FIGURE 2-11. The red or green cap protects the solar radiation sensor while the weather station is being shipped and installed. Accurate measurements require the cap to be removed 9.

  • Page 35: Procedure 5: 16775 Ground Kit Installation

    TurfWeather Weather Station Loosely tighten the U-bolt so that the solar panel is stable but can be rotated on the mast or pole. Use a compass (supplied in the optional Tripod Installation Kit) to properly align the solar panel. If your installation site is in northern hemisphere locations such as the United States and China, the glass surface of the panel should face south.

  • Page 36: The Right Close Up Is The 14 Awg Wire And The #4 Cable Attached

    TurfWeather Weather Station FIGURE 2-13. The right close up is the 14 AWG wire and the #4 cable attached to the tripod coupling. Mount the tripod coupling on the tripod mast so that it clamps the 14 AWG wire against the tripod (1 of Figure 2-13).

  • Page 37: Procedure 6: Base Radio And Standard Antenna Installation

    TurfWeather Weather Station 2.4.1.7 Procedure 6: Base Radio and standard antenna installation Picture of ½ whip antenna installed on w/s here 1. Install the ½ whip antenna onto the bottom of the weather station. This will thread onto the connector marked “antenna”.

  • Page 38: Procedure 7: 17342 Short-Haul Modem Installation

    2.4.1.8 Procedure 7: 17342 Short-Haul Modem installation 1. Attach the enclosure from 17342 kit onto the tripod or mounting pipe under the TurfWeather weather station using the U-Bolts supplied. Mount this underneath or opposite of the solar panel if used to prevent shadowing on the solar panel.

  • Page 39: The Short Haul Enclosure Mounted

    TurfWeather Weather Station a. 18 AWG is recommended for the user supplied cable, CAUTION and must have at least 4 conductors plus shielding with a bare wire. This bare wire and any unused conductors should be connected to an earth ground on one end or the other to help prevent electrical noise from interfering with communication.

  • Page 40: The Cables Connected To Enclosure

    TurfWeather Weather Station FIGURE 2-17. The Cables Connected to Enclosure FIGURE 2-18. The Cables Connected to Weather Station...

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    TurfWeather Weather Station 3. Maintenance Proper maintenance of the TurfWeather weather station is essential to obtain accurate data. Equipment must be in good operating condition, which requires a program of regular inspection and maintenance. Routine and simple maintenance can be accomplished by the person in charge of the weather station.

  • Page 42: Rain Gauge P/N 25585

    3.9 Auxiliary Battery Unit Installation Procedure The installation of a TurfWeather weather station Auxiliary Battery Unit does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. However, the main body of the weather station does need to be opened, and the person performing this...
  • Page 43 TurfWeather Weather Station P/N 18914 Auxiliary Battery Unit kit components: Enclosure with 7AHr battery 18971 Battery Cable U-bolt, washers and brass nuts 1. Preparation: Turn the power switch on the weather station to the “OFF” position. b. Disconnect the power input cable and ground wire connections from the weather station, using the 5/16 inch wrench for the ground wire connection.
  • Page 44 TurfWeather Weather Station b. Remove the seven Phillips head screws on the base of the main body that hold the base section to the electronics enclosure section. Do not remove the Phillips head screws that connect the mast bracket to the weather station base.
  • Page 45 TurfWeather Weather Station Disconnect the white battery pack cable connector from the main electronics board. NOTE: Maintain ESD isolation by not touching any electronics boards or components on the boards inside the weather station. g. Use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the battery pack bracket into the electronics section, and remove the bracket.
  • Page 46 Locate the enclosure underneath or opposite of the solar panel to prevent shadowing on the solar panel. b. Attach the enclosure to TurfWeather weather station mounting pole using the U-bolt, flat washers, locking washers, and brass nuts supplied. Using the ½ inch wrench tighten the two U-bolt nuts.
  • Page 47 TurfWeather Weather Station...

  • Page 48: High Gain Base Station Antenna Installation Procedure

    TurfWeather Weather Station 3.10 High Gain Base Station Antenna Installation Procedure The physical installation of a TurfWeather weather station high gain base station antenna system does not require training or special tools. However, assurance that the antenna system is properly grounded should be confirmed by a qualified RF systems technician or engineer.
  • Page 49 TurfWeather Weather Station 1. Location Preparation: Determine the best location for the antenna, assuming that the distance from the antenna to the RF401 base station is equal to, or less than, the length of the NTN-Lxx antenna cable. b. Assure that the ground rod is installed into the soil as close to the location of the Polyphaser as is possible.

  • Page 50: Battery Pack (P/N 14159) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    3.11 Battery Pack (P/N 14159) Removal and Replacement Procedure The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station battery pack does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. However, the main body of the weather station does need to be opened, and the person replacing...
  • Page 51 TurfWeather Weather Station Remove the weather station from its location by using the ½ inch wrench to loosen the two U-bolt nuts securing the weather station to its mast. Make note of the orientation of weather station. NOTE: Do not remove the mast bracket from the weather station.
  • Page 52 TurfWeather Weather Station Locate the other end of the battery pack cable on the main electronics board. It terminates in a white connector plugged into the main electronics board marked “Battery”. The wires are restrained along their length with either plastic cable ties, or with reusable cable restraints.

  • Page 53: Temperature/Relative Humidity Sensor Assembly (P/N 14144) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    14144) Removal and Replacement Procedure Please read this entire procedure before beginning work. The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station temperature/relative humidity (Temp/RH) sensor assembly does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. However, the main body of the...
  • Page 54 TurfWeather Weather Station should observe basic electro-static discharge (ESD) precautions (described below) to avoid damage to the weather station electronics inside the main body of the weather station. There is no personal electrical hazard involved, and this procedure can be accomplished by anyone possessing basic mechanical skills.

  • Page 55: Solar Radiation Sensor (P/N 14009) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    3.13 Solar Radiation Sensor (P/N 14009) Removal and Replacement Procedure The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station solar radiation sensor does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. However, the main body of the weather station does need to be opened, and the person...
  • Page 56 TurfWeather Weather Station Tools Required: 9 ½ inch wrench 9 5/16 inch wrench 9 #2 Phillips screwdriver 1. Preparation: Turn the power switch on the weather station to the “OFF” position. b. Disconnect the power input cable and ground wire connections from the weather station, using the 5/16 inch wrench for the ground wire connection.
  • Page 57 TurfWeather Weather Station g. Use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the battery pack bracket into the electronics section, and remove the bracket. h. Lift the battery pack from the electronics section and rest it next to the weather station.

  • Page 58: Rain Gauge (P/N 25585) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    3.14 Rain Gauge (P/N 25585) Removal and Replacement Procedure Introduction: The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station rain gauge does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. The main body of the weather station does not need to be opened, there is no electrical hazard involved, and this procedure can be accomplished by anyone possessing basic mechanical skills.
  • Page 59 TurfWeather Weather Station Tools Required: 9 ½ inch wrench 9 5/16 inch wrench 9 Small needle nosed pliers 1. Preparation: Turn the power switch on the weather station to the “OFF” position. b. Disconnect the power input cable and ground wire connections from the weather station, using the 5/16 inch wrench for the ground wire connection.

  • Page 60: Wind Speed Sensor (Anemometer) (P/N 14010) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    3.15 Wind Speed Sensor (Anemometer) (P/N 14010) Removal and Replacement Procedure The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station wind speed sensor does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. The main body of the weather station does not need to be opened, there is no electrical hazard involved, and this procedure can be accomplished by anyone possessing basic mechanical skills.
  • Page 61 TurfWeather Weather Station Tools Required: ½ inch wrench 5/16 inch wrench ¼ inch wrench #2 Phillips screwdriver. 1. Preparation: Turn the power switch on the weather station to the “OFF” position. b. Disconnect the power input cable and ground wire connections from the weather station, using the 5/16 inch wrench for the ground wire connection.
  • Page 62 TurfWeather Weather Station b. Install and tighten the Phillips head screw on the side of the sensor body one half turn beyond when it is initially tight in the hole (after it has bottomed against the sensor post). Gently pull on the sensor body to assure it is firmly attached to the sensor post.

  • Page 63: Wind Direction Sensor (P/N 14011) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    3.16 Wind Direction Sensor (P/N 14011) Removal and Replacement Procedure The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station wind direction sensor does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. The main body of the weather station does not need to be opened, there is no electrical hazard involved, and this procedure can be accomplished by anyone possessing basic mechanical skills.
  • Page 64 TurfWeather Weather Station Remove the sensor from its post by gently twisting and pulling it away from the post. 3. Sensor Replacement: Press the new wind direction sensor on the post until it is seated firmly on the top of the post.

  • Page 65: Memory Battery (P/N 15598) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    3.17 Memory Battery (P/N 15598) Removal and Replacement Procedure The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station memory battery does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. However, the main body of the weather station does need to be opened, and the person...
  • Page 66 TurfWeather Weather Station d. Bring the weather station to an enclosed location, preferably near the Host computer, and place it on a flat stable surface with an area of at least three times the size of the weather station base.

  • Page 67: Main Electronics Board (Motherboard) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    3.18 Main Electronics Board (Motherboard) Removal and Replacement Procedure The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station main electronics board does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. However, it is not a user repairable item and must be returned to an authorized local Toro distributor for evaluation and repair.
  • Page 68 TurfWeather Weather Station 1. Preparation: Turn the power switch on the weather station to the “OFF” position. b. Disconnect the power input cable and ground wire connections from the weather station, using the 5/16 inch wrench for the ground wire connection.
  • Page 69 TurfWeather Weather Station h. If you received a replacement main electronics board, it was shipped in a special ESD protective bag. Remove the replacement main electronics board from this bag and put the board you removed from your weather station into the same ESD bag.

  • Page 70: Spread Spectrum Radio (All Frequencies) Removal And Replacement Procedure

    3.19 Spread Spectrum Radio (all frequencies) Removal and Replacement Procedure The removal and replacement of a TurfWeather weather station spread spectrum radio does not require training, special tools, or test equipment. However, the main body of the weather station does need to be opened, and the...
  • Page 71 TurfWeather Weather Station 2. Spread Spectrum Radio Removal: Invert the weather station main body and rest it on a support that eliminates any stress on the wind speed or wind direction sensors, and/or the rain gauge. A rolled bath towel placed in the center of the main body, next to the rain gauge will generally suit the purpose.
  • Page 72 TurfWeather Weather Station b. Once the radio frequency has been verified, orient the spread spectrum radio board so that the main electronics board connectors will mate with the proper pins on the bottom of the radio board. Presses the spread spectrum radio board into its mating connectors until it is firmly seated, and then tightly attach the Velcro board retaining strap.
  • Page 73 TurfWeather Weather Station...

  • Page 74: Communications Options

    A.1.1 17394 Serial-to-USB Adapter The 17394 Serial-to-USB Adapter is required if your computer has a USB port to communicate with the TurfWeather weather station. The 17394 is a Universal Serial Bus (USB) converter that provides a plug and play RS-232 serial connection to a USB input on a computer.

  • Page 75: 16876 Ac Converter

    Appendix A. TurfWeather Equipment The 16851 includes: 5 W solar panel Mounting hardware NOTE This solar panel is recommended if your site Latitude is greater than 40º, and/or the site experiences extended periods of night, evening, or overcast skies. Contact Customer Service if there are questions regarding the selection of the proper solar panel kit to use with your weather station.

  • Page 76: Mounting/Installation Kits

    Appendix A. TurfWeather Equipment A.3 Mounting/Installation Kits A.3.1 16776—Tripod/Mast Assembly The 16776 tripod/mast assembly provides a stable support for the weather station and is suitable for ground installations (see Section 2.4.1.1 for 16776 installation procedures). The 16776 includes: Tripod Mast that places the weather station wind sensors at a height of 38” to 60”...

  • Page 77: 16773-Tripod Stake Kit

    Appendix A. TurfWeather Equipment The 16770 includes: Multi-axis bubble level Compass Rubber band for attaching the bubble level to the tripod mast A.3.3 16773—Tripod Stake Kit The 16773 is for anchoring the tripod to the soil. It is intended for temporary installations and sites that experience light to moderate wind speeds (see Section 2.4.1.2 for 16776 tripod ground installation procedure).

  • Page 78: 16772-Tripod Guy-Wire Kit

    Appendix A. TurfWeather Equipment The 16771 includes: ¼” (32.5 cm) OD, 35” (89 cm) long steel post with one end crimped Do not use more than two 16771 extensions with the CAUTION 16776 Tripod Assembly. b. When two 16771 extensions are used, the 16772 Guy- wire Kit should also be used.

  • Page 79: 16775-Tripod Grounding Kit

    Appendix A. TurfWeather Equipment A.3.6 16775—Tripod Grounding Kit The 16775 provides hardware needed to properly ground the weather station and tripod. Properly grounding the station prevents electrical surges and lightning from damaging the weather station (see Section 2.4.1.6 ‘Procedure 5: 16775 Ground Kit Installation’).
  • Page 81 Campbell Scientific Companies Campbell Scientific, Inc. (CSI) 815 West 1800 North Logan, Utah 84321 UNITED STATES www.campbellsci.com • info@campbellsci.com Campbell Scientific Africa Pty. Ltd. (CSAf) PO Box 2450 Somerset West 7129 SOUTH AFRICA www.csafrica.co.za • cleroux@csafrica.co.za Campbell Scientific Australia Pty. Ltd. (CSA)

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