Instromet Weather Systems Ltd

Climatica Weather StationUser Guide

Contents:

1) Introduction2) Specifications3) Package Contents4) Installation5) Operating instructions6) Multi Weather display Features7) Trouble shooting guide

Introduction.

Welcome to your new Climatica weather station. This is Instromet’s most featurepacked unit to date and gives the operator access to both weather information not pre-viously found in any Instromet weather station product and also incorporates auto sen-sor detection technology which makes this the most versatile Instromet weather stationyet with the ability to display any of the Instromet weather sensors.

This product handbook only covers the installation and use of the standard suppliedsystem. Details regarding the installation of extra sensors can be found either via theweb site or with the enclosed leaflet with each sensor.

System Specifications.

Display Unit size: 178mm High, 390mm Wide, & 68mm Deep

Display Parameters:

Wind Direction: Analogue read-out 4 cardinal points sub-divided into 5 degree increments, electronically damped.

Accuracy: ± 10 degrees, resolution > 10 degreesWind speed: Analogue read-out with gust indicator pointer, calibrated 0-

90 mph, 0-80 knots and Beaufort scale. Alternative kph and metres/second scales are available

Accuracy: ± 5% or 3 knotsBarometer: Analogue read-out with set pointer, range 950 -1050 mBar

(28 -31 inches Hg)Temperature: digital read-out in degrees F or C Range - 40 to + 50° C (- 40 to + 120° F), resolution 0.1° CClock: 24hr time with day/month/year date

System Contents:

Upon opening, the below items should be present:

1) Climatica Display2) Sensor Junction box3) 5m Display cable4) Wind / Temp Sensor with 25m of cable ( 480 1000 045/01 )5) Plug in power supply6) Compass

The below are optional extras for system expansion:

1) Wet and Dry Sensor ( 480 1000 042/01 )2) Humidity Sensor ( 480 1000 041/01 )3) Rainfall sensor ( 480 1000 121/01 )4) Sunshine sensor ( 480 1000 039/02 )5) Temperature sensor ( 480 1000 063/01 )6) Datalogger inc PC software ( 480 1000 148 )7) Electronic Barometer PCB (Datalogger use only) ( 480 1000 036/02 )8) Battery back up module ( 480 1000 147 )9) 2m mast kit ( 480 1000 096 )10) 1m mast kit ( 480 1000 094 )

The above options are available separately from Instromet sales:e-mail: sales@instromet.co.uk Tel: ++ 44 (0)1692 502800

Installation instructions:

Before getting started a small flat bladed screw driver will be required for adjusting thevarious screw terminal connections.

Upon receipt the sensor PCB will be packaged within an anti static bag, and this willneed to be removed. The PCB can then be slotted into the box and the two way plugon the trailing wire from the PSU socket will need to be connected to CON4 on thesensor PCB.

The Diagram on the adjacent page shows details for attaching the sensors to the sensorbox PCB. Each sensor is supplied with 25m of cable as standard and each core of thecable is colour coded to match the sensor PCB and the sensor itself. This being thecase each connection made needs to be matched colour to colour at both ends of thecable, this ensures a simple to follow installation which can be done by anyone.

The diagram shows the basic wind sensor being utilized with a four core cable. But thestandard supply of wind sensor with the Climatica display is our temperature versionwith a six core cable. The extra “green” and “white” wires for the temperature need tobe connected into the “Air” Temp connections.

The wind sensor should ideally be mounted on a 25-50mm diameter pole and as highas possible and away from any thing which could obstruct the “flow” of wind hittingthe cups or anything which could cause wind turbulence as this to could lead to incor-rect readings. Other wise the only other setup for the wind sensor is to ensure its point-ing “North” using the compass provided.

For the installation of “extra” sensors, please see separate installation documents en-closed with each sensor.

Once the sensors are connected to the sensor PCB, The display cable will also needconnecting. Again this is colour coded to match the sensor PCB. The plug end of thecable will need to be connected to the back of the display and can only be fitted in onedirection.

The display itself can either be shelf mounted or wall mounted using the Key holeslots in its back panel. The Key hole slot centres are 292mm apart.

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Operating Instructions:

Once the display is connected and before powering up for the first time the “Dip”switch for the internal back up battery on the rear of the display needs to be set to onfor the display to be able to store its memory in the event of a power failure. This canbe found in the cut out slot next to the display cable position and is marked as the cen-tral switch on the rear panel label. This is a rechargeable battery which is charged bythe display and so should not need attention.

Regarding the other “Dip” switches only the “sounder on/off” and Humitter / Wet &Dry” switches may need to be adjusted, the other two can be left where they arefactory set.

The mechanical Barometer will need to be set locally as this is only set to its midposition when assembled in the factory. Its adjustment point is next to the rear panellabel through the circular hole in the back panel. Gently rotate the adjustment screwclockwise or anti clockwise to reach the desired barometric pressure. Local pressurereadings can be obtained from the MetOffice web site at the below address:

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/surface-pressure/

When the display is initially powered the displays back lighting will come on and the“multi weather display” will activate. Also the dials for the wind speed and directionshould also start to move as long as the wind sensor is connected.

Adjusting the “multi weather display” is done via the five end panel buttons:

1) Up - A2) Down - B3) Enter - C4) Exit - D5) Scroll

The top four buttons are used to navigate the display while the bottom “Scroll” buttonis to enable the display scroll function where by it will cycle each relevant screenautomatically. With the “Scroll” switch off the “Up” and “Down” buttons can be usedto manually change screen.

The diagram gives details on each screen plus its relevant button presses for eachfunction. Please be aware that the display will only show the sensors connected.For example if no rain sensor is connected, no rain sensor display will be available.

The clock will need to be set first to enable correct time keeping and also for the cor-rect months to be displayed on the “Sun” & “Rain” screens.

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“Multi Weather Display” features:

The “Multi Weather Display” (MWD) fitted to the Climatica display has an auto de-tect feature which automatically displays details about any Instromet sensor which isconnected to it. Below are details regarding each sensors display attributes / features:

Wind Speed: MPH, MPS, & KPH selectable (“MWD” only) Maximum gust measured Last 10 minute wind speed average X2 function for high wind events Programmable gust alarm

Wind Direction: Daily Prevailing wind direction

Air Temp: Current temperature – C / F selectable Min / Max readings On screen calibration

Aux Temp: Current temperature – C / F (select on air temp screen) Min / Max readings On screen calibration User definable heading up to 8 characters

Rainfall: Daily rain reading to 0.01mm resolution mm / inch selectable previous and current monthly totals

Sunshine hours: Daily rain reading to 0.01 hour resolution previous and current monthly totals

Humidity: Current humidity reading - % Min / Max readings Humitter or Wet & Dry sensor selectable Built in Dew point tables for Wet & Dry calculation.

Clock: 24Hr Date – day / month / year

Note:When using a Wet & Dry bulb the “Aux” temperature display is no longer available asthe display uses this reading for the Humidity calculation.If a second temperature is required along with humidity then it is necessary to use theInstromet Humitter instead of the Wet & Dry bulb.

Trouble shooting guide:

Despite careful consideration when installing the system, if a feature does not operateas expected then please consult the notes below:

Display not working: Check if the back lights are on – if not then no power is gettingto the display. If they are try powering down the system andthen powering up again after 30 seconds.

Check “con4” on the sensor PCB has been connected to thePSU socket via the trailing lead.

Check the colour coded connections for the Display cable arecorrect and that the plug end is firmly connected to the display.

Check the PSU is actually connected to the wall outlet andswitched on.

Display is on but no sensor readings being displayed:Check the individual sensor cables to ensure they are connectedfirmly both in the sensor box and at the sensor.

Ensure the sensor cables are colour coded correctly.

Power the system down for 30 seconds before re-connectingthe power to see if the sensor is then recognised.

Wind direction incorrect: Check sensor arm orientation is pointing North.

If all else fails call the service department on ++44 (0)1692 502800 or return thesystem to us for testing or replacement.

DisclaimerInstromet® products are designed to monitor current and previous weather conditions fordomestic use and should not be considered as predictive weather forecasting equipment. Contactyour regional Met Office centre if you need weather forecasting data (www.metoffice.gov.uk)Our products are tested in-house for operation and functionality but have not been independentlytested by a UKAS accredited laboratory.As part of our ongoing policy to improve the design and specification of our products, we reservethe right to change any detail given without prior notice.Instromet Weather Systems Ltd shall not be responsible for any liability or loss of any naturewhich may result from the use of any information provided in technical literature.

Notes:

Enter the system Serial number here for future reference:

Enter the code here shown on the back of the display below the serial number:

Notes:

Instromet Weather Systems Ltd.10b, Lyngate Industrial Estate,

North Walsham,Norfolk,

NR28 0AJ.

E-mail: sales@instromet.co.uk Web: www.instromet.co.uk Tel: ++44 (0)1692 502800 Fax: ++ (0)1692 502801

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