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WeatherStation
U.S. Patent No. 8,326,561; 8,714,007
UK Patent No. 2 460 158
Record the serial number found on the underside of the WeatherStation® Instrument.
Serial No._____________________Date of Purchase_________________________
Instrument
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Land Models:
110WX
120WXH
150WX
200WX
200WXR
220WXH
Marine Models:
120WX
120WXH
220WX
220WXH
Off-shore Model:
200WX-IPX7
17-461-01 rev.11
01/08/16
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- Page 1 Owner’s Guide & Installation Instructions WeatherStation Instrument ® Land Models: 110WX 120WXH 150WX 200WX 200WXR 220WXH Marine Models: 120WX 120WXH 220WX 220WXH Off-shore Model: 200WX-IPX7 U.S. Patent No. 8,326,561; 8,714,007 UK Patent No. 2 460 158 Record the serial number found on the underside of the WeatherStation® Instrument. Serial No._____________________Date of Purchase_________________________ 17-461-01 rev.11 01/08/16...
- Page 2 Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Airmar reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction & Features..............4 Functions & Outputs................5 Safety Instructions................6 Importance of True Wind..............7 Adding External Sensors..............7 Hardware..................8 Tools & Materials................9 Where to Purchase Parts..............9 Choosing the Mounting Location..........10 Installing..................11 Cable Routing & Connecting Guidelines........14 Connecting to an NMEA 0183 Display.........15 Connecting to an NMEA 2000®... -
Page 4: Introduction & Features
IMPORTANT: Please read the Owner’s Guide completely before proceeding. Introduction Thank you for purchasing Airmar’s ultrasonic, WeatherStation Instrument. This exciting product has multiple sensors in a single unit—without any moving parts. The compact housing is waterproof with a single removable cable. Functions and features vary by model. -
Page 5: Functions & Outputs
Table 1: Functions & Outputs Apparent wind speed and angle True wind speed and direction True wind speed relative to water Heater keeps wind channel free of ice Air temperature Apparent wind chill temperature True wind chill temperature Barometric pressure Relative humidity Dew point temperature Heat index temperature... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
WARNING Navigation Aid Only—The WeatherStation Instrument is an aid to navigation only and should never be solely relied upon. It is not a replacement for traditional navigation aids and techniques. Only official government charts contain all the information needed for safe navigation. Follow the safety precautions below to reduce the risk of poor product performance, property damage, personal injury, and/or death. -
Page 7: Importance Of True Wind
For the WeatherStation Instrument to accurately calculate the true direction of the wind, it must be installed and oriented correctly. To learn more about true and apparent wind direction, visit www.airmar.com and go to Installation Instructions and Owner’s Guides > WeatherStation Instruments or see the “How the WeatherStation Instrument Works”... -
Page 8: Hardware
Cables & Connecting/Converting Hardware The WeatherStation Instrument can be connected to a device and/or network in several ways. You must have the correct cable and any needed converting/ connecting hardware before beginning the installation. WeatherStation Cables Length Part No. • NMEA 0183 Cable 10m 33-862-02 •... -
Page 9: Tools & Materials
Figure 1. Antenna mounts (not supplied) Copyright © 2007 Airmar Technology Corp. Tools & Materials Safety goggles Dust mask Ear plugs Pencil Level Electric drill Drill bits Phillips screwdrivers Teflon pipe-thread tape (optional) -
Page 10: Choosing The Mounting Location
Choosing the Mounting Location For accurate readings and a reliable GPS signal, selecting the best location for the WeatherStation Instrument is very important. Easy access and appearance should be secondary considerations. Since each installation is unique, the best separation distances from other equipment will vary depending on the particular equipment and how it is configured. -
Page 11: Installing
(where air travels through the WeatherStation) reflector plate (heated) lower housing alignment indentation Figure 3. WeatherStation Instrument (120/220WXH shown) Copyright © 2008 - 2015 Airmar Technology Corp. - Page 12 6. Screw an extension tube onto the antenna mount if desired (see Figure 4). WeatherStation lower housing alignment indentation nut assembly extension tube (most installations) cable exit (some installations) antenna mount (some installations) Figure 4. Installation (150WX shown) Copyright © 2007 - 2011 Airmar Technology Corp.
- Page 13 WeatherStation connector alignment captive nut assembly antenna mount or extension tube Figure 5. Attaching the cable to the WeatherStation Instrument Copyright © 2007 - 2011 Airmar Technology Corp.
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Page 14: Cable Routing & Connecting Guidelines
Cable Routing & Connecting Depending on the equipment you will be using, route the WeatherStation cable to a Converter, Combiner, or Splitter; an NMEA 0183 display or an NMEA 2000 network. After reading the cautions below, go to the appropriate instructions. CAUTION: Do not remove the waterproof connector(s) to ease cable routing. -
Page 15: Connecting To An Nmea 0183 Display
Connecting to a Data Converter, Combiner, or Splitter Follow the installation instructions that are supplied with the unit. Connecting to an NMEA 0183 Display Route the WeatherStation cable to the display. Do not fasten the cable in place at this time. Connector on Display End If your WeatherStation cable has a connector on the display end, and it can be plugged into the port on your NMEA 0183 display;... - Page 16 A/+ IN RX IN B/- IN NO CONNECTION B/- OUT NO CONNECTION SHIELD SHIELD Figure 6. NMEA 0183 WeatherStation Cable—no heater Copyright © 2007 - 2014 Airmar Technology Corp. locator WeatherStation connector optional optional RS422 RS232 A /+ OUT A /+ OUT...
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Page 17: Connecting To An Nmea 2000® Network
Figure 8. NMEA 2000® WeatherStation Cable [6m (20') shown] Copyright © 2008 - 2011 Airmar Technology Corp. NOTE: WeatherStation cables longer than 6m (20') have a termination resistor built into the WeatherStation connector (see Figure 9). termination resistor in connector locator 120Ω... -
Page 18: Calibrating The Compass
Calibrating the Compass WARNING: The internal compass may need to be calibrated after the WeatherStation Instrument is installed for maximum accuracy. Perform the pretest below to determine if calibration is necessary. CAUTION: Boat—The Pretest and AutoCalibration Procedure must be done in calm seas in a 0.8 km (0.5 mile) open area away from other boats and ferrous objects such as structures and aids to navigation. -
Page 19: Maintenance
Gently thread an alcohol wipe through the wind channel to remove spider webs and any debris. rain sensor waterproof film wind channel reflector plate lower housing serial number humidity sensor temperature sensor screw (3) Figure 10. Maintenance (200WXR shown) Copyright © 2008 - 2011 Airmar Technology Corp. -
Page 20: Installing The Humidity Sensor
Software Revisions Airmar may release updated versions of both the WeatherStation firmware and the WeatherCaster™ software. Periodically check Airmar’s website at www.airmar.com to down-load the latest revision or contact Technical Support for a CD. Installing WeatherCaster™ Software... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Move the WeatherStation instrument farther back and higher (see Figure 12). Figure 12. Boat/vehicle mounting location (boat shown) Copyright © 2007 Airmar Technology Corp. Rain Sensor Not Working The rain sensor functions by detecting individual rain drops. To check whether the rain sensor is working, tap gently and rhythmically with a pencil to imitate rain drops. -
Page 22: Technical Information
Note that those parameters not transmitted are, nevertheless, retained in the WeatherStation Instrument. For more detailed information, visit www.airmar.com and go to Installation Instructions and Owner’s Guides > WeatherStation Instruments or see the “Technical Manual”... -
Page 23: Abbreviations, Acronyms, Glossary, Trademarks
WeatherCaster™ software The PC application program Trademarks Airmar® is a registered trademark of Airmar Technology Corporation. NMEA 2000® is a registered trademark of the National Marine Electronics Assoc. Smart™ Sensor is a trademark of Airmar Technology Corporation. WeatherCaster™ is a trademark of Airmar Technology Corporation. - Page 24 35 Meadowbrook Drive, Milford, New Hampshire 03055-4613, USA www.airmar.com...