Vaisala Thunderstorm LS7002 - User Manual

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Vaisala Thunderstorm
Advanced Total Lightning
TM
Sensor LS7002
The Latest in Precision
Lightning Geolocation
Technology
The LS7002 is an Advanced Total
Lightning
TM
sensor. It detects low
frequency (LF) electromagnetic
signals generated by lightning
in order to provide extremely
accurate geolocation capability with
industry leading measurement of
lightning strength and lightning type
classification. The LS7002 is the most
cost-effective network-based lightning
detection solution for customers
demanding high accuracy, reliability,
ease of installation, and ease of
maintenance.
An LS7002 network uses a combination
of magnetic direction finding and
time-of-arrival techniques to deliver
superior detection efficiency, optimal
location accuracy, and system
redundancy with fewer sensors than
any other method for detecting cloud
lightning pulses and cloud-to-ground
lightning strokes. It provides large
area coverage with fewer sensors
leading to lower lifetime network
ownership costs than any other
technology.
Lightning Data for a Wide
Range of Applications
The Advanced Total Lightning
TM
Sensor LS7002 provides real-time data
that is recommended for operations
focused on tracking cloud and cloud-
to-ground lightning threats to ground-
based and airborne assets including
applications in:
• Aviation
• Defense
• Forestry
• Meteorology/Climatology
• Power Utilities
• Telecommunications
The Advanced Total Lightning
TM
Sensor
network detects cloud and cloud-to-
ground lightning with high detection
efficiency and excellent location
accuracy. It uses combined technology
and provides large area coverage with
fewer sensors leading to lower lifetime
network ownership costs than any
other technology.
LS7002 Features and Benefits
▪
The most precise cloud-to-
ground lightning detection,
geolocation, and calibrated
lightning parameters
▪
Detects a high percentage
of cloud lightning for early
thunderstorm identification
▪
Detects lightning events at long
ranges (>1500 kilometers)
▪
Calibrated parameters for
lightning events including time,
location, amplitude, polarity, and
waveform features
▪
Up to 95% network detection
efficiency for cloud-to-ground
lightning and better than 50%
network detection efficiency for
cloud lightning
▪
Independently validated 250
meter median location accuracy
for cloud-to-ground lightning
strokes
▪
New data buffering capability
at the sensor in case of
communication failure between
sensor and central processor
▪
New lightning magnetic field
waveform storage capability at
the sensor
▪
New capability to generate raw
sensor data locally for offline
reprocessing and archiving
▪
Efficient lightweight electronics
module allows for ease of
installation and maintenance with
stand-alone, rooftop and indoor
electronic mounting options
▪
Sensor electronics can be
installed separately from the
antenna, e.g., indoors in severe
weather locations
▪
Compatible with previous
generation Vaisala sensors:
IMPACT, LS7000, and LS7001
▪
Available in AC and DC versions

Summary

Vaisala Thunderstorm Advanced Total Lightning Sensor LS7002

The Latest in Precision Lightning Geolocation Technology

Describes the LS7002 sensor, its LF signal detection, and geolocation capabilities.

Lightning Data for a Wide Range of Applications

Details applications for real-time lightning data, including aviation, defense, and utilities.

LS7002 Features and Benefits

Highlights key features like precise detection, wide range, calibrated parameters, and data buffering.

Technical Data

Operational Specifications

Details lightning type, detection efficiency, location accuracy, and sensor network requirements.

Time Synchronization

Specifies the source and accuracy for time synchronization, using GPS receiver.

Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions including weight, height, width, and depth of the sensor.

Mounting

Lists mounting options, including concrete ground pad and non-ground options.

Power Requirements

Specifies AC and DC power requirements for the sensor unit.

Communication Interface

Details communication interfaces like TCP/IP and RS-232 Serial.

Environmental Conditions

Outlines operating environmental parameters such as temperature, humidity, and wind speed.

Support Services

Information on available support services including training and technical support.

Standard Warranty

Details the standard warranty provided for Vaisala products.

Vaisala Thunderstorm LS7002 Specifications

General

Brand	Vaisala
Model	Thunderstorm LS7002
Category	Accessories
Language	English