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Gill WindSonic User Manual

Gill WindSonic
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APPLIES TO WINDSONIC OPTION 1-3 UNITS SUPPLIED FROM MARCH 2016
WITH SERIAL NUMBERS 16110001 ONWARDS AND
WITH FIRMWARE 2368-110-01 ONWARDS.
APPLIES TO WINDSONIC 75 OPTION 1 AND 2 UNITS
SUPPLIED WITH FIRMWARE 2368-107-01
APPLIES TO WINDSONIC 75 OPTION 3 UNITS
SUPPLIED WITH FIRMWARE 2816-100
APPLIES TO OPTION 4 SDI-12 UNITS FROM JUNE 2011
WITH SERIAL NUMBERS 11220007 ONWARDS.
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Gill WindSonic Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGill
ModelWindSonic
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FOREWORD

INTRODUCTION

FAST TRACK SET-UP

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

SPECIFICATION

PRE-INSTALLATION

6.1 Equipment supplied

Lists items supplied with the WindSonic unit.

6.1.1 WindSonic Part Numbers

Details specific part numbers for different WindSonic models.

6.2 Packaging

Instructions for keeping and using the original packaging.

6.3 Installation requirements

Specifies host system and cable requirements for installation.

6.4 Cable Assembly

Provides detailed steps for assembling the unit's cable connector.

INSTALLATION

7.1 Installation Guidelines

Provides general recommendations for installing the WindSonic unit.

7.2 Bench system test

Recommends performing a bench test before physical mounting for configuration verification.

7.3.1 Cable

Details the types of cables suitable for WindSonic connections.

7.3.2 Power supply

Specifies the required DC voltage range and current drain for WindSonic units.

7.4 Connecting to a PC using RS232 (Option 1 Sensor)

Explains how to connect a PC to the WindSonic via RS232 for Option 1.

7.6 Changing an Option 2 or 3 Sensor set for RS232 back to RS422

Guides on reverting Option 2/3 settings from RS232 back to RS422.

7.7 Connecting to a Gill WindDisplay

Describes how to interface the WindSonic with a Gill WindDisplay unit.

7.8 Connecting to a PC using RS422 (Option 2 or 3)

Explains PC connection for Option 2/3 units using RS422.

7.9 Using RS485 (2 wire point to point) with Option 2 or 3 units

Details using the RS485 communication protocol with specific unit options.

7.10 Using the Analogue Output (Option 3)

Explains how to utilize the analogue output feature available on Option 3.

Mechanical

8.1 Orientation

Discusses the proper alignment and mounting orientation of the WindSonic unit.

8.1.1 Alignment

Provides guidance on aligning the WindSonic to a reference direction like North.

8.1.2 Mounting

Details the process and considerations for mounting the WindSonic unit.

MESSAGE FORMATS

9.1 Gill format- Polar, Continuous (Default format)

Describes the default Gill format for continuous polar wind data output.

9.2 Gill format – UV, Continuous

Explains the Gill format for continuous UV (axis) wind speed and polarity.

9.3 Gill format – Polled (Polar or UV)

Details the Gill format for polled (requested) wind data output.

9.4 NMEA Format (NMEA status Codes)

Describes the NMEA format using NMEA status codes for wind data.

9.5 NMEA Format (Gill status Codes)

Explains the NMEA format using Gill status codes for wind data.

9.6 Gill format – Tunnel Mode (UU, Continuous)

Details the Gill format for tunnel mode, outputting U axis speed and polarity.

9.7.1 Voltage or Current output

Explains configuring analogue outputs for voltage or current.

9.7.2 Analogue Output Modes

Lists the different modes for analogue output configuration.

9.7.3 Polar mode direction wraparound

Describes the wraparound option for polar mode direction output.

9.7.4 Wind Speed scaling

Details how to scale the analogue wind speed output.

9.7.5 Tunnel mode

Explains the analogue output configuration for tunnel mode.

9.7.6 Analogue Output Rate

Covers how the analogue output update rate is determined.

9.7.7 Disabled outputs

Explains how to disable analogue outputs if not required.

9.7.8 Analogue Output Conditions

Describes the conditions under which analogue signals are output.

9.7.9 Low wind speeds (below 0.05 m/s)

Details how the unit behaves with low wind speeds and their impact on output.

9.7.10 Error condition reporting

Explains how analogue outputs report error conditions.

CONFIGURING

10.1 Wind

Introduces the Wind software for configuring the WindSonic unit.

10.2 WindView

Describes the WindView software for data display and logging.

10.3 Configuring using HyperTerminal

Guides on using HyperTerminal to configure the WindSonic settings.

10.4 Entering Configuration mode

Explains how to enter the configuration mode from continuous or polled modes.

10.5 Returning to Measurement mode

Details how to exit configuration mode and return to normal operation.

10.6 Checking the configuration

Instructs on using a command to display current unit settings.

10.7 Changing a setting

Explains how to change individual settings using specific commands.

10.7.1 Command List

Provides a comprehensive list of commands for configuring the unit.

MAINTENANCE & FAULT-FINDING

11.1 Cleaning

Provides instructions on how to clean the WindSonic unit.

11.2 Servicing

States that the unit has no user-serviceable parts and advises on failure scenarios.

11.3 Fault Finding

Offers solutions for common symptoms like no output or corrupted data.

11.4 Returning Unit

Advises on proper packing and return procedures for faulty units.

11.5 Status

Explains the status codes sent as part of wind measurement messages.

TESTS

12.1 Bench test

Details steps for conducting a bench test to verify unit configuration and functionality.

12.2 Self-Test (Still Air)

Describes how to perform a self-test checking alignment and checksums.

12.3 Using Safe Mode to get Communication and to change Settings

Explains how to use Safe Mode for communication issues and changing settings.

12.4 Calibration

Mentions custom calibration availability and procedures.

APPENDICES

13.1 Glossary & Abbreviations

Defines terms and abbreviations used throughout the manual.

13.2 Guarantee

Provides information on contacting suppliers for guarantee terms.

13.3 WindSonic Options 1, 2, 3 and 4 Electrical Conformity

Presents the EU Declaration of Conformity for the product options.

SDI-12 WindSonic

14.1 WindSonic Option 4 Specification

Details the technical specifications for the WindSonic Option 4 SDI-12 unit.

14.2 Cable Type

Lists suitable cable types for SDI-12 connections.

14.3 Cable Length

Specifies the maximum cable length for SDI-12 communication.

14.4 Connecting to an SDI-12 Interface (Option 4)

Explains the wiring for connecting the WindSonic Option 4 to an SDI-12 interface.

14.5 SDI-12 Commands

Lists and explains the commands used for SDI-12 communication.

14.6 Gill Output Message Format

Describes the format of Gill output messages for SDI-12.

14.7 SDI-12 Status Codes

Lists and explains the status codes used in SDI-12 communication.

14.8 SDI-12 Safe Mode

Details how to enter SDI-12 Safe Mode for troubleshooting.

14.9 WindSonic Option 4 Electrical Conformity

Refers to the electrical conformity details for Option 4.