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DAVIS Vantage Vue
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Solar-Powered
Wireless
Repeater
USER
MANUAL
Davis Instruments, 3465 Diablo Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545-2778 U.S.A. • 510-732-9229 • www.davisnet.com
R
For Vantage Pro2, Vantage Vue®,
Weather Envoy
, Envoy8X,
and Vantage Connect
®
Product number 7627

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Summary

Wireless Repeater Overview

Included Components and Hardware

Details the physical parts and hardware supplied with the wireless repeater for installation.

Repeater Board Contents

Tools for Setup

Lists the necessary tools and materials required for setting up and installing the wireless repeater.

Wireless Repeater Introduction

Wireless Repeater Installation Overview

Repeater Configuration and Architecture

Single Repeater Configuration

Describes a setup where one repeater transmits data from one station to one receiver.

Advanced Repeater Configurations

Covers complex setups with multiple stations, repeaters, or networks for extended range.

Implementing a Configuration

Applying Power

Applying Battery Power

Instructions on how to install the battery and power up the wireless repeater unit.

Single Repeater Installation

Verify Transmitter ID

Explains how to identify the unique ID of the station transmitter for repeater configuration.

Verifying Repeater ID

Details the process of assigning a unique identification to the repeater using DIP switches.

Verifying Reception from Repeater

Steps to program the repeater with station ID and test communication using LEDs.

Verifying Repeater Communication with a Console

Guide to setting up the console to receive data from the station via the repeater.

Choosing a Location

Testing a Proposed Location

Advanced Repeater Installation

Multiple Repeater (Daisy-Chain) Installation

Instructions for setting up a series of repeaters to extend transmission distance in a chain.

Verifying Communication with a Transmitter and Repeaters

Steps to test communication between stations, repeaters, and the console in a chain.

Multiple Transmitters;One Repeater Installation

Verifying Repeater ID

Assigning a unique ID to a repeater that listens to multiple unique station types.

Verifying Communication with Multiple Transmitters

Ensures the repeater correctly receives and communicates with several different station transmitters.

Combination Network Installation

Verifying;Changing Repeater IDs

Setting IDs for multiple repeaters and transmitters in a complex network configuration.

Verifying Communication with Multiple Transmitters

Validating that all configured transmitters are communicating through the repeater network.

Console and WeatherLink Configuration

Battery Information on the Console

How the console displays low battery warnings for stations and repeaters.

Network Signal Strength

Using the console to analyze received signal strength for optimal repeater placement.

Repeater Information in Diagnostic Screens

Repeater Functionality in WeatherLink

Configuring Repeaters

Monitoring Repeater and Station Battery Life

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Normal Repeater Operation

Describes the expected light patterns on the STAT and TX LEDs during normal operation.

Repeater Troubleshooting Error Codes

Explains error codes indicated by LED flashes for configuration and communication issues.

First In Chain Troubleshooting

Communication Troubleshooting

A guide to identify and resolve communication issues within a repeater network.

Repeater Maintenance

Contacting Davis Technical Support

Appendix A

Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the wireless repeater and related products.

Appendix B

First in Chain Applications

Explains how to create multiple independent repeater chains for complex network setups.

Changing First In Chain Jumper Position

Verifying Communication with a Transmitter and Repeaters

Verifying Repeater Communication with a Console

First In Chain Repeater Troubleshooting

Summary

Wireless Repeater Overview

Included Components and Hardware

Details the physical parts and hardware supplied with the wireless repeater for installation.

Repeater Board Contents

Tools for Setup

Lists the necessary tools and materials required for setting up and installing the wireless repeater.

Wireless Repeater Introduction

Wireless Repeater Installation Overview

Repeater Configuration and Architecture

Single Repeater Configuration

Describes a setup where one repeater transmits data from one station to one receiver.

Advanced Repeater Configurations

Covers complex setups with multiple stations, repeaters, or networks for extended range.

Implementing a Configuration

Applying Power

Applying Battery Power

Instructions on how to install the battery and power up the wireless repeater unit.

Single Repeater Installation

Verify Transmitter ID

Explains how to identify the unique ID of the station transmitter for repeater configuration.

Verifying Repeater ID

Details the process of assigning a unique identification to the repeater using DIP switches.

Verifying Reception from Repeater

Steps to program the repeater with station ID and test communication using LEDs.

Verifying Repeater Communication with a Console

Guide to setting up the console to receive data from the station via the repeater.

Choosing a Location

Testing a Proposed Location

Advanced Repeater Installation

Multiple Repeater (Daisy-Chain) Installation

Instructions for setting up a series of repeaters to extend transmission distance in a chain.

Verifying Communication with a Transmitter and Repeaters

Steps to test communication between stations, repeaters, and the console in a chain.

Multiple Transmitters;One Repeater Installation

Verifying Repeater ID

Assigning a unique ID to a repeater that listens to multiple unique station types.

Verifying Communication with Multiple Transmitters

Ensures the repeater correctly receives and communicates with several different station transmitters.

Combination Network Installation

Verifying;Changing Repeater IDs

Setting IDs for multiple repeaters and transmitters in a complex network configuration.

Verifying Communication with Multiple Transmitters

Validating that all configured transmitters are communicating through the repeater network.

Console and WeatherLink Configuration

Battery Information on the Console

How the console displays low battery warnings for stations and repeaters.

Network Signal Strength

Using the console to analyze received signal strength for optimal repeater placement.

Repeater Information in Diagnostic Screens

Repeater Functionality in WeatherLink

Configuring Repeaters

Monitoring Repeater and Station Battery Life

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Normal Repeater Operation

Describes the expected light patterns on the STAT and TX LEDs during normal operation.

Repeater Troubleshooting Error Codes

Explains error codes indicated by LED flashes for configuration and communication issues.

First In Chain Troubleshooting

Communication Troubleshooting

A guide to identify and resolve communication issues within a repeater network.

Repeater Maintenance

Contacting Davis Technical Support

Appendix A

Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the wireless repeater and related products.

Appendix B

First in Chain Applications

Explains how to create multiple independent repeater chains for complex network setups.

Changing First In Chain Jumper Position

Verifying Communication with a Transmitter and Repeaters

Verifying Repeater Communication with a Console

First In Chain Repeater Troubleshooting

DAVIS Vantage Vue Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wind Speed Range2 to 150 mph (3 to 241 km/h)
Rain Collector Resolution0.01 in (0.2 mm)
Rain Collector TypeTipping bucket
Update Interval2.5 seconds
Temperature Accuracy±1°F (±0.5°C)
Humidity Accuracy±3%
Wireless Transmission Rangeup to 1000 ft (300 m)
Humidity Range1 to 100% RH
Wind Direction0 to 360°
Wind Direction Accuracy±3°
Power SupplySolar-powered with battery backup
Console DisplayLCD with backlight
Power (Console)3 C batteries or AC adapter
Wind Speed Accuracy±2 mph (±3 km/h) or ±5%, whichever is greater
Solar Radiation SensorNot included
UV SensorNot included
Rain Measurement Accuracy±4% at rates up to 2 in (50 mm) per hour

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