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Vaisala AWS310-SITE User Manual

Vaisala AWS310-SITE
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M211584EN-F
Installation
Manual
Vaisala Automatic Weather Station
AWS310/AWS310-SITE

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Vaisala AWS310-SITE Specifications

General IconGeneral
Measurement ParametersTemperature, Humidity, Wind Speed, Wind Direction, Barometric Pressure, Precipitation
Wind Speed Range0 to 60 m/s
Power Supply10 to 30 VDC
Communication InterfaceRS-232, RS-485, SDI-12
Protection ClassIP66
Humidity Range0 to 100 %RH
Wind Direction Range0° to 360°
Barometric Pressure Range600 to 1100 hPa
Temperature Range-40 to +60 °C
Operating Temperature-40 to +60 °C
DimensionsDependent on configuration
WeightVaries by configuration

Summary

About This Document

Version Information

Details document revision history and changes made in each version.

Related Manuals

Lists accompanying documentation and software CDs delivered with the system.

Documentation Conventions

Explains symbols and terms used in the manual for warnings and notes.

Trademarks

Lists registered and unregistered trademarks relevant to the product.

Product Overview

Product Nomenclature

Identifies key system components and their names in the product.

Safety

Outlines critical safety precautions and warnings for installation and operation.

ESD Protection

Provides guidance on protecting electronic circuits from electrostatic discharge.

Regulatory Compliances

States the product's compliance with relevant Australian and European Union directives.

Installation Preparation

Preparing for Installation

Outlines the initial steps and requirements before commencing installation.

Selecting Location

Provides guidelines for choosing a suitable site for representative ambient measurements.

Placing System

Covers the physical placement of the system components.

Placing Mast

Details clearance requirements and protection for the mast during installation.

Placing Antennas

Advises on optimal antenna placement for reliable satellite and GPS communication.

Placing Sensors

Guides on sensor placement to avoid interference and ensure accurate readings.

Placing Weather Station

Specifies guidelines for installing the main enclosure on a mast.

Preparing Site

Covers site preparation, including foundations and utilities.

Laying Foundations

Emphasizes safety and instructions for laying concrete foundations.

Designing Concrete Foundation for Rain Gauges

Provides notes for designing concrete foundations specifically for rain gauges.

Power Supply and Communication Lines

Details requirements for field cabling and power services.

Unpacking

Instructions on checking and handling unpacked system components.

Necessary Tools and Equipment

Lists tools and equipment required for the mechanical installation.

Overview of Installation

Mast Installation

Overview of Mast Installation

Introduces mast-specific mounting kits and refers to appropriate mast manuals.

Component Placement on Pole Mast

Provides guidelines for placing components on a Vaisala Tiltable Pole Mast DKP210.

Grounding and Lightning Protection

Details essential procedures for grounding the system and lightning protection.

Grounding Enclosure

Specific steps for grounding the enclosure using copper grounding cable.

Wind Sensor or Weather Transmitter Installation

Overview of Wind Sensor or Weather Transmitter Installation

Explains best practices for mounting wind sensors on top of the mast.

Installing WMT52

Step-by-step guide for installing the WMT52 wind sensor.

Placing WMT52

Guidance on selecting the optimal mounting position for reliable WMT52 measurements.

Connecting WMT52 Cable

Instructions for securely connecting the WMT52 sensor cable.

Mounting WMT52

Details on how to physically mount the WMT52 sensor onto the mast adapter.

Aligning WMT52

Procedures for correctly aligning the WMT52 sensor using its North arrow marking.

Installing WMT700

Comprehensive guide for installing the WMT700 wind sensor.

Placing WMT700

Advice on positioning the WMT700 for optimal wind data collection.

Unpacking and Handling WMT700

Proper procedures for unpacking and handling the WMT700 sensor.

Connecting WMT700 Cable

Detailed steps for connecting the WMT700 sensor cable securely.

Mounting WMT700 with WMT700FIX60-RST

Instructions for mounting the WMT700 using a specific fixing kit.

Mounting Dual WMT700

Guidance on mounting two WMT700 sensors on the sensor support arms.

Aligning WMT700

Steps for aligning the WMT700 sensor using a compass.

WMT700 Cable Wiring

Pin-out details and wire color information for WMT700 cable 228260.

Installing WA15

Guide for installing the WA15 mechanical wind sensor set.

Connecting Wind Transmitter Cable

Instructions for connecting the wind transmitter cable within the junction box.

Mounting Wind Sensors on Cross Arm

Details on fitting the cable plug and connecting the sensor to the cross arm.

Mounting Wind Set on Mast

Steps for installing the WA15 wind set on top of a mast.

Aligning Wind Set

Procedures for aligning the WA15 wind set using a compass and spirit level.

Installing WXT520

Guide for installing the WXT520 weather transmitter.

Connecting WXT520 Cable

Instructions for connecting the WXT520 sensor cable securely.

Aligning WXT520

Steps for aligning the WXT520 sensor using its North arrow marking.

Configuring Wind Direction Offset

How to adjust wind direction offset if the sensor cannot be aligned to North.

Obstruction Light Installation

Overview of Obstruction Light Installation

General guidance on installing the obstruction light relative to other mast components.

Installing QOL111

Instructions for installing the QOL111 obstruction light using the provided mounting set.

Communication Device Installation

Overview of Communication Device Installation

General advice on installing communication devices, including grounding.

Installing UHF Antenna

Guidance on positioning the UHF antenna for optimal transmission.

Installing 2G/3G Antenna

Steps for installing the 2G/3G antenna on the mast.

Solar Panel Installation

Overview of Solar Panel Installation

Safety warnings and guidelines related to solar panel installation.

Installing Solar Panel

Instructions for mounting the solar panel onto a pole mast using the APPK-SET kit.

Adjusting Solar Panel Tilt Angle

Guidance on setting the optimal tilt angle for maximum energy output.

Sensor Support Arm Installation

Overview of Sensor Support Arm Installation

Planning considerations for sensor support arm quantity and placement.

Mounting Full-length Sensor Support Arm on DKP200

Detailed instructions for installing a full-length support arm on a DKP200 mast.

Mounting Half-length Sensor Support Arm on DKP200

Detailed instructions for installing a half-length support arm on a DKP200 mast.

Mounting Sensor Support Arm on DKE110

Steps for mounting sensor support arms onto a DKE110 mast.

Mounting Full-length Sensor Support Arm on DKE200

Instructions for attaching sensor support arms to the mast adapter on a DKE200 mast.

Mounting Half-length Sensor Support Arm on DKE200

Instructions for attaching sensor support arms to the mast adapter on a DKE200 mast.

Sensor Installation to Sensor Support Arm

Installing HMP155

Guidance on installing the HMP155 humidity and temperature probe.

Mounting HMP155 inside Radiation Shield DTR503A

Steps for mounting HMP155 within the DTR503A radiation shield.

Mounting HMP155 inside Radiation Shield DTR13

Instructions for mounting HMP155 within the DTR13 radiation shield.

Mounting HMP155 to Stevenson Screen

Details on installing HMP155 into a Stevenson Screen.

Installing HMP110

Instructions for installing the HMP110 humidity and temperature probe.

Installing SR50A

Guide for installing the SR50A sensor, used as a snow depth sensor.

Installing CMP

General instructions for installing CMP pyranometers.

Installing SP Lite2

Guide for installing the SP Lite2 pyranometer.

Installing FS11

Refers to the Vaisala Visibility Sensor FS11 User's Guide for installation instructions.

Installing PWD

Guidance on installing the PWD present weather detector.

Placing PWD

Advice on selecting a suitable site for the PWD and avoiding obstacles.

Mounting PWD on Sensor Support Arm

Steps for mounting the PWD sensor onto a sensor support arm.

Enclosure Installation

Overview of Enclosure Installation

General safety and placement guidelines for installing the enclosure.

Installing BOX652

Initial steps before installing the BOX652 enclosure.

Installing BOX652 on Pole Mast

Detailed instructions for mounting the BOX652 enclosure onto a pole mast.

Installing BOX652 on Frangible Lattice Mast

Steps for mounting the BOX652 enclosure onto a frangible lattice mast.

Installing BOX652 with Mounting Frame on Wall or Back Panel

Guide for installing the BOX652 enclosure on a wall or back panel using a mounting frame.

Installing BOX652 without Mounting Frame on Wall or Back Panel

Instructions for mounting the BOX652 enclosure directly on a wall or back panel.

Finalizing BOX652 Installation

Final steps after enclosure installation, including attaching the cabling box cover.

TERMBOX Installation

Overview of TERMBOX Installation

Information on TERMBOX usage and models available for different data lines.

Placing TERMBOX

Caution regarding cable length and guidelines for using TERMBOX mounting kits.

Installing TERMBOX on Pole Mast

Steps for installing the TERMBOX on a pole mast using mounting screws and clamps.

Installing TERMBOX on Frangible Lattice Mast

Instructions for attaching the TERMBOX to a frangible lattice mast using a mast adapter.

Grounding TERMBOX

Emphasizes proper grounding of the TERMBOX with a jacketed cable and rod.

Grounding TERMBOX Signal Cable

Details on grounding the cable shield through specific cable glands.

Installing CL31

Subsurface Sensor Installation

Overview of Subsurface Sensor Installation

General warnings and guidelines for installing subsurface sensors.

Installing QMT107

Procedures for installing the QMT107 soil temperature sensor.

Installing QMT110

Guide for installing the QMT110 soil temperature sensor.

Installing EC-5

Instructions for installing the EC-5 soil moisture sensor.

Installing EC-5 Close to Ground Surface

Steps for installing the EC-5 sensor near the ground surface.

Installing EC-5 Deep in Ground

Procedures for installing the EC-5 sensor at a deeper level in the ground.

Installing DRS511

Guide for installing the DRS511 road and runway sensor.

Necessary Equipment for Embedded Sensor Installation

Lists tools and equipment needed for installing embedded sensors.

Cable Ducting for Embedded Sensors

Guidelines for using cable ducting to protect sensors and facilitate reinstallation.

Cutting Slot for DRS511 Installation

Details on cutting slots in the road or runway for DRS511 installation.

Installing DRS511 Using Cold Filling Material

Steps for installing DRS511 with cold filling material like epoxy or polyester grout.

Installing DRS511 Using Hot Filling Material

Procedures for installing DRS511 using hot filling material such as bitumen.

Precipitation Sensor Installation

Installing RGSTAND

Information on mounting rain gauge units on separate stands.

Installing RG13(H)

Guide for installing the RG13(H) rain gauge, including leveling.

Installing QMR102

Instructions for mounting the QMR102 rain gauge on its stand.

Installing OTT Pluvio2 L

Steps for installing the OTT Pluvio2 L precipitation gauge on a pedestal.

Electrical Installation

Overview of Electrical Installation

General warnings and requirements for electrical installation.

Location of Components in Enclosure

Identifies the location of various components within the enclosure.

Preparing Modem

Steps for preparing the 3G modem, including obtaining and setting a SIM card PIN.

Inserting External Memory Card

Guide for inserting a CompactFlash memory card into the QML data logger.

Connecting Sensor and Device Cables

Instructions for connecting sensor and device cables to the system.

Standard Cable Lengths

Lists standard cable lengths included for various sensors and devices.

Routing Cables

Guidelines for routing cables along the mast and securing them with cable ties.

Connecting Sensor Cables (Rubber Flange)

Steps for connecting sensor cables using the rubber flange connection.

Connecting Sensor Cables (Steel Flange)

Procedures for connecting sensor cables using the steel flange connection.

Connecting Communication Cables

Instructions for connecting Ethernet and other communication cables.

TERMBOX Connections

Details on connecting mains cables to the TERMBOX.

Connecting Power Cables

Procedures for connecting AC (mains) power and backup battery.

Connecting AC (Mains) Power

Steps for connecting the AC (mains) power, including external disconnection device.

Mounting and Connecting 26 Ah Backup Battery

Guide for mounting and connecting the 12 V / 26 Ah backup battery.

Connecting Solar Panel Cables

Instructions for connecting solar panel cables to the enclosure.

Powering Up

Sequence for powering up the system after installation is complete.

Finalizing and Checking Installation

Sensor Transportation

Disassembling Sensors for Transportation

Instructions on how to repackage sensors for safe transportation.

Wiring Diagrams

QML Data Logger Connector Block

Details on the QML data logger's connector blocks and channels.

TERMBOX Wiring Diagrams

General wiring diagrams for TERMBOX models 1200 and 1212.

AWS310 System Basic Wiring Diagrams

Introduces wiring diagrams for the AWS310 system.

AWS310 Power Connections

Wiring diagram illustrating power connections for the AWS310 system.

AWS310 Data Signals

Wiring diagram showing data signal connections for the AWS310 system.

AWS310 Optional Telemetry

Wiring diagram for optional telemetry modules in the AWS310 system.

AWS310 RS Line Sensors

Wiring diagram for RS line sensors used with the AWS310 system.

AWS310 Analog Sensors

Wiring diagram illustrating analog sensor connections for the AWS310 system.

AWS310 Analog Sensors, Telemetry Options Table

Table correlating analog sensors with telemetry options.

AWS310 Block Diagram

Block diagram illustrating the overall AWS310 system architecture.

AWS310-SITE System Basic Wiring Diagrams

Introduces wiring diagrams specific to the AWS310-SITE system.

AWS310-SITE Power Connections

Wiring diagram for AWS310-SITE power connections.

AWS310-SITE Data Signals

Wiring diagram for AWS310-SITE data signal connections.

AWS310-SITE Optional Telemetry

Wiring diagram for optional telemetry in the AWS310-SITE system.

AWS310-SITE RS Line Sensors

Wiring diagram for RS line sensors used with the AWS310-SITE system.

AWS310-SITE Analog Sensors

Wiring diagram for analog sensor connections in the AWS310-SITE system.

AWS310-SITE Obstruction Light, TSS928, and FS11

Wiring diagram for obstruction light and specific sensors in AWS310-SITE.

AWS310-SITE Block Diagram

Block diagram illustrating the AWS310-SITE system architecture.

Mast Foundations

Complete AWS310(-SITE) System and Dimensions

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