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Category | Weather Monitoring Software |
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Connectivity | USB, Serial, Ethernet, Wi-Fi |
Data Export Formats | CSV, TXT |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS |
Features | Data logging, graphing, reporting, alerts, data export, data sharing |
Data Storage | Local storage on PC or Mac, cloud storage on WeatherLink.com |
Subscription | subscription required for advanced features and cloud storage |
Compatibility | Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2, Vantage Vue |
Lists the items included in the WeatherLink package for initial setup and use.
Describes additional accessories available for purchase to enhance WeatherLink functionality.
Details the necessary hardware components for installing the WeatherLink software and connecting to the weather station.
Explains the process of connecting the computer directly to the WeatherLink device for data transfer.
Outlines the steps and hardware needed to establish a data connection via a phone modem.
Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the WeatherLink software onto a computer.
Guides users on how to launch the WeatherLink application after installation.
Details the procedure for configuring a new weather station within the software for data management.
Explains how to identify and configure the correct serial port for communication with the WeatherLink.
Describes compatibility and variations between different Davis weather station models supported by the software.
Explains how the software supports managing data from multiple weather stations simultaneously.
Identifies and explains the function of each icon on the WeatherLink software toolbar for quick access to commands.
Details commands related to managing station files, data, and program exit options within the software.
Covers configuration options for the station and software, including calibration and communication settings.
Lists commands for managing application windows, including viewing data displays like bulletins and plots.
Instructions on how to print generated weather reports from the software.
Guides users on configuring settings for generating NOAA-compliant weather reports.
Provides instructions for creating a monthly weather summary report using stored data.
Details how to generate a yearly summary report adhering to NOAA standards.
Explains how to generate and manage reports of accumulated rainfall totals by year and month.
Describes the feature for calculating degree-days to track crop or pest development based on temperature.
Details how to track hours temperature or humidity remains above or below specified thresholds for specific applications.
Guides users on calculating sunrise and sunset times for any location and date.
Instructions on how to open and view real-time weather data graphically in strip chart format.
Explains how to add different weather variables to be displayed on the strip charts.
Details the process of removing weather variables from the strip chart display.
Guides on selecting which weather variable is displayed on the Y-axis of a strip chart.
Explains how to adjust the time frame displayed on the strip charts for analysis.
Describes how to scroll through past data on the strip charts to view historical weather conditions.
Instructions on saving the current strip chart configuration as a template for future use.
Details the commands available for creating and customizing strip charts within the software.
Instructions on how to access and view accumulated rainfall data broken down by month and year.
Guides users on how to modify or add rainfall data for specific years or months.
Details the process of adding rainfall data for a complete year into the database.
Explains how to remove entire years of rainfall data from the database.
Provides instructions for resetting and creating a new rainfall database.
Details how to input and track degree-day totals for specific crops or pests.
Explains the different methods used by the software to calculate degree-days.
Guides on how to open and review previously entered degree-day totals.
Explains how to remove a specific degree-day total entry.
Instructions on generating reports for degree-day totals, with various formatting options.
Explains the difference between data storage in the WeatherLink's archive memory and the computer's database.
Describes the feature allowing scheduled, automatic downloading of data from the weather station.
Explains the feature for automatically clearing high/low registers and rainfall totals daily.
Details the importance and process of setting calibration numbers for accurate data readings.
Explains how the software organizes data into directories and files for different stations.
Describes the configuration file that stores station-specific software settings.
Information on how downloaded data is stored in monthly files and their naming conventions.
Explains the methods used by the software to calculate various weather parameters.
Explains the components of modem initialization strings for establishing communication.
Lists command-line parameters that can be used to control program functions upon loading.
Guides on exporting data in a compatible format for use in other software applications.
Provides procedures for correctly handling leap year dates in data records.
Instructions on how to back up and restore weather data files to prevent data loss.
Addresses issues related to establishing communication between the software and the weather station.
Discusses common issues encountered while using the software and their potential solutions.
Provides solutions for problems encountered with the automatic fax feature of the software.
Explains how to install an alternative communications driver to improve AutoFax performance.