IDT Technology WGR800X-01 Integrated Wind Sensor User Manual
IDT Technology Limited Integrated Wind Sensor
User Manual
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Integrated Wind Sensor
USER MANUAL
WGR800X
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Integrated Wind Sensor
Model: WGR800X
USER MANUAL
CONTENTS
Introduction ...................................................................... 1
Packaging Contents ........................................................ 1
Overview ........................................................................... 2
Getting Started ................................................................. 2
Set Up Remote Integrated Wind Sensor ........................ 2
Battery Installation .......................................................... 2
Mounting the Sensor ....................................................... 2
Precautions ...................................................................... 3
Specications ................................................................... 4
About Oregon Scientic .................................................. 4
EU-declaration of Conformity ......................................... 4
Information for users ....................................................... 5
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientic Integrated
Wind Sensor (WGR800X).
The sensor is battery and solar power operated. It is
capable of transmitting data to the base station wirelessly
within an approximate operating range of 100 meters
(328 feet).
NOTE Please keep this manual handy as you use
your new product. It contains practical step-by-step
instructions, as well as technical specications and
warnings you should know about.
PACKAGING CONTENTS
1 x Wind Sensor (1
x Wind Vane Above
and 1 x Anemometer
Below)
1 x sensor
connector 2 x AA UM-3
1.5V batteries
4 x Screws
(Type A) 1 x Round
U- bolt
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OVERVIEW
1. Wind vane
2. Wind vane casing
3. Anemometer
4. Solar power socket
GETTING STARTED
SET UP REMOTE INTEGRATED WIND SENSOR
The Integrated wind sensor takes wind speed and
direction readings.
1. Loosen the screw on the wind vane
2. Install the wind vane on the top of the wind vane
casing with some pressure.
3. Tighten the screw to secure the setup.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
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1. Unscrew the anemometer from the Integrated wind
sensor carefully.
2. Insert batteries matching the polarities (+ / -) and
replace the anemometer. Press RESET after each
battery change.
NOTE Use alkaline batteries for longer usage and
consumer grade lithium batteries in temperatures below
freezing.
MOUNTING THE SENSOR
NOTE The sensor should be positioned in an open area
away from trees or other obstructions.
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Secure the sensor connector in the desired location:
a. Align the back of the sensor connector to an existing
pole. Secure in place by inserting the ends of the
U-bolt into the holes on the sensor connector and
securing it with washers and bolts.
OR
b. Insert 4 type A screws into the holes of the sensor
connector. Screw rmly into place, i.e., fence.
Slide wind vane onto the smaller end of the sensor
connector.
IMPORTANT Ensure that the wind sensor is pointing
North to enable it to record accurate readings.
PRECAUTIONS
• Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock,
dust, temperature or humidity.
• Do not cover the ventilation holes with any items such
as newspapers, curtains etc.
• Do not immerse the unit in water. If you spill liquid
over it, dry it immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials.
• Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components.
This invalidates the warranty.
• Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old
batteries.
• Do not dispose old batteries as unsorted municipal
waste. Collection of such waste separately for
special treatment is necessary.
• Images shown in this manual may differ from the
actual display.
• When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected
separately for special treatment and not as household
waste.
• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced
without the permission of the manufacturer.
NOTE The technical specications for this product and
the contents of the user manual are subject to change
without notice.
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undesiredoperation.
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NOTE Features and accessories will not be available in
all countries. For more information, please contact your
local retailer. To download an electronic version of the
user manual, please visit
http://global.oregonscientic.com/customerSupport.php.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
178 x 76 x 214 mm
(7 x 3 x 8.4 inches)
Weight 100 g (0.22 lbs) without battery
Wind speed unit m/s, kph, mph, knots
Speed accuracy 2 m/s ~ 10 m/s (+/- 3 m/s)
10 m/s ~ 56 m/s (+/- 10%)
Direction accuracy 16 positions
Transmission of
wind speed signal Approx. every 14 seconds
Memory Max wind speed
Battery 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V batteries
ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC
Visit our website www.oregonscientic.com to learn
more about Oregon Scientic products.
For any inquiry, please contact our Customer Services at
info@oregonscientic.com.
Oregon Scientic Global Distribution Limited reserves
the right to interpret and construe any contents, terms
and provisions in this user manual and to amend it, at
its sole discretion, at any time without prior notice. To
the extent that there is any inconsistency between the
English version and any other language versions, the
English version shall prevail.
EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby the manufacturer, Oregon Scientific Global
Distribution Limited, declares that the radio equipment
type Wind Sensor (model: WGR800X) is in compliance
with 2014/53/EU Directive. The full text of the EU
Declaration of Conformity is available at the following
internet address:
http://global.oregonscientic.com/customerSupport.php
COUNTRIES RED APPROVED COMPLIED
All EU countries, Switzerland
and Norway
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INFORMATION FOR USERS
Pursuant to and in accordance with Article 14 of
the Directive 2012/19/EU of the European
Parliament on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE), and pursuant to and in
accordance with Article 20 of the Directive
2013/56/EU of the European Parliament on batteries and
accumulators and waste batteries.
The barred symbol of the rubbish bin shown on the equipment
indicates that, at the end of its useful life, the product must be
collected separately from other waste.
Please note that the batteries/rechargeable batteries
must be removed from the equipment before it is given as
waste. To remove the batteries/accumulators refer to the
specications in the user manual. Therefore, any products
that have reached the end of their useful life must be given
to waste disposal centers specializing in separate collection
of waste electrical and electronic equipment, or given back to
the dealer when purchasing a new WEEE, pursuant to and
in accordance with Article 14 as implemented in the country.
The adequate separate collection for the subsequent start-up
of the equipment sent to be recycled, treated and disposal
of in an environmentally compatible way contributes to
preventing possible negative effects on the environment and
health and optimizes the recycling and reuse of components
making up the apparatus.Abusive disposal of the product by
the user involves application of the administrative sanctions
according to the laws in force.
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FCCWARNING
AnyChangesexpresslyormodificationsnotapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,
and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycause
undesiredoperation.
FCCWARNING
AnyChangesexpresslyormodificationsnotapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,
and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycause
undesiredoperation.
FCCWARNING
AnyChangesexpresslyormodificationsnotapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,
and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycause
undesiredoperation.
FCCWARNING
AnyChangesexpresslyormodificationsnotapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,
and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycause
undesiredoperation.
FCCWARNING
AnyChangesexpresslyormodificationsnotapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,
and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycause
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FCCWARNING
AnyChangesexpresslyormodificationsnotapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,
and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycause
undesiredoperation.
FCCWARNING
AnyChangesexpresslyormodificationsnotapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,
and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycause
undesiredoperation.
WARNINGWARNINGWARNING
FCCWARNING
AnyChangesexpresslyormodificationsnot
approvedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.
Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,
and(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,
includinginterferencethatmaycauseundesiredoperation.