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Gill GMX501 User Manual

Gill GMX501
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User Manual
For Compact Weather Stations
Document Number: 1957-PS-021 Issue 3 applies to units with firmware 2669 V2.XX.XX and
Serial Numbers 1801XXXX onwards.
Gill Instruments Limited
Saltmarsh Park, 67 Gosport Street, Lymington,
Hampshire, SO41 9EG, UK
Tel: +44 1590 613500, Fax: +44 1590 613555
Email: anem@gillinstruments.com Website: www.gillinstruments.com
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Gill GMX501 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGill
ModelGMX501
CategoryWeather Station
LanguageEnglish

Summary

INTRODUCTION AND SENSOR OVERVIEW

MaxiMet Part Numbers and Sensors

Lists MaxiMet part numbers, available parameters, and details various sensors like wind, solar, rain, etc.

Sensor Descriptions

Details the functionality of key sensors like Wind, Solar, Rain, Compass, GPS, and Tilt.

System Specifications

Details the technical specifications for MaxiMet sensors including range, accuracy, and units.

PRE-INSTALLATION AND INSTALLATION

Equipment, Cabling, and Connections

Covers supplied equipment, connectors, cable types, lengths, and connection procedures.

Power Supplies and PC Connectivity

Details power requirements and connecting MaxiMet to a PC via RS232, RS422, RS485, and SDI-12.

Installation Guidelines and Mounting

Offers general guidelines, addresses interference, wind, mounting, and alignment.

Dimensions and Brackets

Provides detailed dimensions, mounting tubes, and brackets for MaxiMet installation.

CONFIGURING MAXIMET WITH METSET

MetSet Software and Default Configurations

Guides on installing MetSet, default configurations, and opening the software.

Communication and Output Settings

Explains MetSet editing, connection status, and configuring Comms, ASCII, Wind, Temp, etc.

Data Output Protocols (Polled, SDI-12, Modbus, NMEA)

Guides on configuring MaxiMet for Polled, SDI-12, Modbus, and NMEA 0183 output protocols.

Safe Mode and Terminal Program Operations

Provides methods for safe mode recovery and using terminal programs for settings.

VIEWING AND LOGGING MAXIMET DATA

Data Viewing Tools (MetSet, MetView)

Guides on using MetSet and MetView software to view MaxiMet data strings and consoles.

Data Logging and Terminal Viewing

Guides on setting up data logging with MetView and viewing data via terminal programs.

MAINTENANCE AND FAULT-FINDING

Routine Maintenance and Cleaning Procedures

Outlines servicing and detailed cleaning procedures for sensors like precipitation, solar, and wind.

Troubleshooting and Status Codes

Lists common symptoms, solutions, and sensor status codes for troubleshooting MaxiMet issues.

Unit Returns and Guarantee

Provides instructions for returning units and warranty information.

APPENDICES AND CONFORMITY

Output Parameters and Calculations

Lists output parameters, their calculations, and selectable options in MetSet.

Glossary, Abbreviations, and Electrical Conformity

Provides a glossary, abbreviations, and electrical conformity information.

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