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RAWS-F Table of Contents PDF viewers: These page numbers refer to the printed version of this document. Use the PDF reader bookmarks tab for links to specific sections. 1. Introduction..................................................................1 2. Getting Started.............................................................3 3. Station Siting and Orientation ....................................6 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 General Description .........................................................
RAWS-F Table of Contents 4.5 Wind Speed and Direction ..................................................................... 11 4.5.1 Windset (part #034B-QD)............................................................. 11 4.5.1.1 General Description, Windset (part #034B-QD) ................. 11 4.5.1.2 Wiring, Windset (part #034B-QD)..................................... 12 4.5.1.3 Maintenance, Windset (part #034B-QD)............................ 12 4.5.1.4 Calibration, Windset (part #034B-QD) ...............
RAWS-F Table of Contents 5.4 GOES Transmitter (part #TX312) (Optional) ........................................21 5.4.1 General Description, GOES Transmitter (part #TX312) ..............21 5.4.2 Wiring, GOES Transmitter (part #TX312) ...................................22 5.4.3 Maintenance, GOES Transmitter (part #TX312)..........................22 5.4.4 Calibration, GOES Transmitter (part #TX312) ............................22 5.4.5 Troubleshooting, GOES Transmitter (part #TX312) ....................23 5.
RAWS-F Table of Contents 4.5-1 Windset............................................................................................... 12 4.5-2 2-D WindSonic................................................................................... 13 4.6-1 Barometric pressure ............................................................................ 14 4.7-1 CS515-QD Fuel Moisture/Fuel Temperature ..................................... 16 5.2-1 12-volt charger/regulator ...........................................
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 1. Introduction The RAWS Quick Deployment Weather Station is a lightweight, preconfigured station that can be set up in less than 10 minutes—without tools (see Section 2—Getting Started). The aluminum environmental enclosure houses a 12 V rechargeable battery and a CR1000 datalogger mounted to a 6 ft tripod. The outside of the enclosure has color-coded, keyed connectors (Figure 1-1) for attaching the sensors.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather Crossarm (face north to south) RF antenna TE525-QD (adjust level) Upper mast HMP45C-QD housed in 41003-5 radiation shield Yagi antenna for TX312 satellite transmitter used in some older systems Lower mast GPS antenna (used with TX312) SP10/20-QD (face south) Level adjustment lever Stake anchor hole FIGURE 1-2.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 2. Getting Started NOTE Set up and test your station before field deployment. NOTE Level the RAWS Quick Deployment Weather Station to ensure the sensors are level. Level the rain gage by adjusting the rain gage leveling screw. A post level and compass ship with the station (part #16670). NOTE Keep this manual and the CR1000KD Keyboard Display with the RAWS Quick Deployment Weather Station.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather NOTE After siting and leveling the RAWS station, open the enclosure and (1) connect the battery cable and (2) verify the CH100 switch is in the ‘on’ position. When this equipment is not in use (i.e., transport or storage), disconnect battery cable to the CH100.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather NOTE Use the CR1000KD Keyboard Display to see the “Public Variables” shown in Table 2-1. • • • • • • • • Connect the CR1000KD Keyboard Display to the CS I/O connector (Figure 5.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 3. Station Siting and Orientation 3.1 General Description Selecting an appropriate site for the RAWS Quick Deployment Weather Station is critical in order to obtain accurate meteorological data. In general, the site should be representative of the general area of interest and away from the influence of obstructions such as buildings and trees. NOTE WARNING See Section 8 for siting references.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 3.5 Wind Speed and Direction A wind sensor should be located over open level terrain and at a distance of at least ten times (EPA) the height of any nearby building, tree, or other obstruction. 3.6 Barometric Pressure (optional) The barometric pressure sensor is mounted to the back plate inside the RAWS environmental enclosure. 3.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather FIGURE 4.2-1. Air temperature and relative humidity 4.2.2 Wiring, Air Temperature and Relative Humidity (part #HMP45C-QD) The temp/RH sensor is connected to the RAWS connector panel “TEMP/RH” connector COLOR CODED ORANGE. This sensor is internally wired from the RAWS connector panel to the CR1000 datalogger.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 4.2.4 Calibration, Air Temperature and Relative Humidity (part #HMP45CQD) Recalibrate the temp/RH sensor annually. Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number before returning this sensor to Campbell Scientific for recalibration. 4.2.5 Troubleshooting, Air Temperature and Relative Humidity (part #HMP45C-QD) Check the sensor cable. Disconnect the connector and look for damaged pins. Verify that the sensor body is connected to the sensor head.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 4.3.2 Wiring, Rain Gage (part #TE525-QD) The rain gage is connected to the RAWS connector panel “PRECIP” connector COLOR CODED BLUE. This sensor is internally wired from the RAWS connector panel to the CR1000 datalogger. Connector Panel “PRECIP” connector COLOR CODED BLUE Connector Pin A Tipping Bucket to CR1000 C6 Connector Pin B 5V to CR1000 5V Connector Pin C Ground to CR1000 Ground 4.3.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 4.4.2 Wiring, Pyranometer (part #CS300-QD) The pyranometer sensor is connected to the RAWS connector panel “SOLAR RAD SDI-12” connector COLOR CODED GREEN. The pyranometer sensor is internally wired from the RAWS connector panel to the CR1000 datalogger.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather Set screw holes must be covered with labels FIGURE 4.5-1. Windset 4.5.1.2 Wiring, Windset (part #034B-QD) The windset sensor is connected to the RAWS connector panel “WS/WD” connector COLOR CODED RED. The wind speed probe is internally wired from the RAWS connector panel to the CR1000 datalogger. Connector Panel “WS/WD” connector COLOR CODED RED Connector Pin A Sensor ground to CR1000 AG Connector Pin B Wind dir.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 4.5.1.4 Calibration, Windset (part #034B-QD) Recalibrate the windset (part #034B-QD) annually. Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number before returning this sensor to Campbell Scientific for recalibration. 4.5.1.5 Troubleshooting, Windset (part #034B-QD) Check the sensor cable. Disconnect the connector and look for damaged pins. Verify free movement of the cup anemometer and wind vane. Try connecting a substitute sensor.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather Connector Panel “SDI-12” connector COLOR CODED YELLOW Connector Pin A Signal + to CR1000 C7 Connector Pin B 12V to CR1000 12V Connector Pin C Power ground to CR1000 Ground Connector Pin D Open to CR1000 4.5.2.3 Maintenance, 2-D WindSonic (part #WindSonic-QD) There are no user-serviceable parts on the 2-D Sonic Wind Sensor. Keep the transducer paths clear of any obstructions.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 4.6.2 Wiring, Barometric Pressure (part #CS100) The barometric pressure sensor (part #CS100) is mounted inside the RAWS environmental enclosure and the sensor wires are attached to the CR1000 printed circuit board wiring panel.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather the moisture content of a standard 10-hour fuel moisture dowel. This moisture represents the moisture content of small-diameter (10-hour time lag) forest fuels. The fuel temperature probe consists of a Ponderosa pine dowel with a bored hole and a Model 107 Temperature Probe inserted into the dowel. The CS205 mounts on the mounting stake with the CS505. FIGURE 4.7-1. CS515-QD Fuel Moisture/Fuel Temperature 4.7.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 4.7.4 Calibration, Fuel Moisture/Fuel Temperature (part #CS515-QD) For most applications it is unnecessary to calibrate the CS515-QD Fuel Moisture and Fuel Temperature Sensor. However, for those users that are interested in calibrating this sensor, please contact a Campbell Scientific Applications Engineer. 4.7.5 Troubleshooting, Fuel Moisture/Fuel Temperature (part #CS515-QD) Check the sensor cable.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 5.1.3 Maintenance, Solar Panel (part #SP10/20-QD) An occasional cleaning of the glass improves the solar panel’s efficiency. 5.1.4 Calibration, Solar Panel (part #SP10/20-QD) No calibration is required. 5.1.5 Troubleshooting, Solar Panel (part #SP10/20-QD) If a problem with the solar panel is suspected, the solar panel may be checked by measuring the voltage output from the solar panel.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 5.2.2 Wiring, 12 V Charger/Regulator (part #CH100) The leads from the RAWS connector panel “BATT CHARGER/SOLAR PANEL” connector COLOR CODED PURPLE are wired to the CH100 “CHG” terminals. Polarity does not matter; either lead can be connected to either terminal. The charge indicating diode should be “ON” when voltage to the charging circuitry (CHG Terminals) is present.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather NOTE Power out (+12 terminals) is controlled by the CH100 ON-OFF switch position. 5.3 Battery 5.3.1 General Description, Battery (part #BP24-QD or BP7-QD) The RAWS battery (part #BP24-QD or BP7-QD) are rechargeable 12 Volt batteries. The battery requires a regulated charging source provided by the RAWS Charger/Regulator (part #CH100) connected to an unregulated solar panel or a wall charger.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 5.4 GOES Transmitter (part #TX312) (Optional) 5.4.1 General Description, GOES Transmitter (part #TX312) The High Data Rate GOES transmitter (part #TX312) shown in Figure 5.4-1 supports one-way communication, via satellite, from a Campbell Scientific datalogger to a ground receiving station.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather RF Out: Connects to the antenna cable’s type N male connector. FIGURE 5.4-1. GOES transmitter 5.4.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 5.4.5 Troubleshooting, GOES Transmitter (part #TX312) If a problem with the GOES transmitter (part #TX312) is suspected, the TX312 may be checked by measuring the +12 V and Ground terminal on the CR1000 PC-board wiring panel. Acceptable readings are +11 VDC to +14 VDC. Check the SC12 cable connection between the CR1000 wiring panel and the TX312. Press the TX312 diagnostic button to query the state of the transmitter.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 5.5.2 Wiring, Voice Radio Interface (part #VSP3) The Voice Radio Interface (part #VSP3) is mounted inside the RAWS environmental enclosure and the VSP3 connections are described below.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather FIGURE 5.6-1. CR1000 Keyboard/Display 5.6.2 Wiring, CR1000 Keyboard/Display (part #CR1000KD) The CR1000 Keyboard/Display (part #CR1000KD) connects to the CR1000 PC board “CS I/O” 9-Pin connector using our CS I/O serial cable (part #10873) that ships with the RAWS station. 5.6.3 Maintenance, CR1000 Keyboard/Display (part #CR1000KD) There are no user-serviceable parts on the CR1000KD. No maintenance is required. 5.6.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather includes 4 MB of memory for data and program storage. A lithium battery backs up the RAM and real-time clock. The CR1000 also suspends execution when primary power drops below 9.6 V, reducing the possibility of inaccurate measurements. FIGURE 5.7-1. CR1000 and printed circuit wiring panel FIGURE 5.7-2. Printed circuit board wiring panel connector ID 5.7.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 5.7.4 Calibration, CR1000 Datalogger (part #CR1000) Recalibrate the CR1000 datalogger every two years. Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number before returning the CR1000 to Campbell Scientific for recalibration. 5.7.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 7. Items that Ship with RAWS Station The RAWS Quick Deployment Weather Station ships with the following items: 1 ea. RAWS-F manual 1 ea. keyboard/display, part # CR1000KD 1 ea. RS-232 cable, part #10873 1 ea. external battery cable, part #6186 1 ea. flat blade screwdriver, overall length 6.90 inch, part #1113 1 ea. Phillips screwdriver, overall length 9.00 inch, part #18903 1 ea. UV-resistant cable tie kit, part #7364 1 ea.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather 8.2 Siting References General guidelines for site selection are listed below. EPA, (1987): On-Site Meteorological Program Guidance for Regulatory Modeling Applications, EPA-450/4-87-013, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, Research Triangle Park, NC, 27711. WMO, (1983): Guide to Meteorological Instruments and Methods of Observation, World Meteorological Organization, No. 8, 5th edition, Geneva, Switzerland.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather FIGURE 8.3-1.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather FIGURE 8.3-2. A declination angle east of True North (positive) is subtracted from 360 (0) degrees to find True North FIGURE 8.3-3. A declination angle west of True North (negative) is subtracted from 0 (360) degrees to find True North 8.3.2 USGS Web Calculator The USGS provides an easy way of determining declination of a specific site.
RAWS-F Remote Automated Weather Station for Fire Weather FIGURE 8.3-4. USGS web calculator In the example above the declination for Logan, UT is 12º 24′ or 12.4º. As shown in Figure 9.3-4, the declination for Utah is east (positive), so True North for this site is 360 – 12.4 = 347.6 degrees. The annual change is 7 minutes west per year or -7 minutes/year.
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