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Issue: 8 (Applies to firmware 2387 6.09 onwards)
Document number: 1390-PS-0039
2. Product Overview
The Gill WindObserver 65 wind sensor is a very robust unit with no moving parts, outputting wind speed and direction.
The units of wind speed, output rate and formats are all user selectable.
The WindObserver 65 is available with or without de-icing heating (recommended if icing is likely),
The WindObserver 65 can be used in conjunction with a PC, data logger or other device, provided it is compatible with
the RS422 output, Multiple units can be networked if required.
Alternatively, the WindObserver 65 is designed to connect directly to the Gill WindDisplay unit to provide a complete
wind speed direction system.
The output message format can be configured in Polar, UV (2-axis), NMEA (0183 Version 3), Tunnel formats, and as either
a Continuous output or Polled (requested by host system), detailed in full in Section 5 Message Formats & Options
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3. Pre-Installation
3.1. Equipment supplied
WindObserver 65 and Installation kit, 1390-10-163 (see appendix B)
3.2. WindObserver 65 Part Numbers
Available parts are as detailed below: -