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L3 comminications WX-500 User Manual

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Model WX-500
Series II Weather Mapping Sensor
®
User’s Guide
for the
Stormscope
Series II Weather Mapping Sensor
User’s Guide
for the
Model WX-500
Stormscope
®
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L3 comminications WX-500 Specifications

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ManufacturerL3 Communications
ModelWX-500
Measurement ParametersWind speed, wind direction, temperature, humidity, pressure, precipitation
Wind Direction Range0 to 360 degrees
Humidity Range0 to 100% RH
Pressure Range600 to 1100 hPa
Precipitation DetectionYes
TechnologyUltrasonic
Wind Speed Range0 to 75 m/s
Output InterfaceRS-422
WeightApprox. 5 kg

Summary

Stormscope® System Advantages

Chapter 1 System Description

General Description

Overview of the WX-500 sensor detecting electrical discharges within a 200 nmi radius.

Processor

Details the compact computer processor receiving, processing, and forwarding data to the MFD.

Antenna

Describes the sealed, aerodynamic antenna detecting atmospheric electrical discharges with sense channel technology.

Functional Description

Explains how the WX-500 components connect to each other and other aircraft systems.

Features

Lists key capabilities like passive operation, MFD control, heading stabilization, and self-tests.

Chapter 2 Storm Mapping Principles

Anatomy of a Thunderstorm

Explains thunderstorm formation, electrical charge separation, and discharge radiation.

Stages of a Thunderstorm

Describes the cumulus, mature, and dissipating phases of thunderstorms and associated risks.

Chapter 3 Operation

Power-Up

Describes the self-test procedure and checks performed on system activation for proper operation.

Heading Stabilization

How the system automatically adjusts discharge point positions based on aircraft heading input.

Error Messages

Information on detecting faults, types, causes, and recommended actions for system troubleshooting.

Chapter 4 Weather Display Interpretation

Developing Cluster Within 25 nmi

Warning for imminent, close-range storms requiring course change to avoid the developing cluster.

Chapter 5 Specifications

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