Troubleshooting guide

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The baud rate setting on the console must be same as that set in the WeatherLink
software. Use the up (+) and down (-) arrows to change the baud rate setting, if
needed. Press and hold DONE to return the console to the current weather mode.
• Use the fastest baud rate your computer can handle. 19200 is the fastest baud
rate available and is the default setting on the console.
• Press DONE when you’ve got the correct baud rate on the console screen.
Note: The data logger does not require a constant connection with a computer to continue log-
ging and storing data. Although the data logger should remain connected to the console
at all times, the data logger only needs to be connected to the computer when data is
being downloaded or when the computer is actively using data from the data logger. The
data logger and console can be disconnected from the computer if the console is placed
in a location where the data logger cable cannot reach. However, WeatherLink’s bulletin,
summary, or other real-time window displays are only accessible if the console is
attached to the computer.
Remote Modem Installation
Use a remote modem installation to connect your computer to a remote Vantage
Pro or Vantage Pro2 console. A remote modem installation is a connection from
the data logger on the console to a modem that can be dialed and accessed from
a computer.
Using Modems to Connect Your Computer and Weather Station
Note: Before installing the console and modem at a remote location, test the data logger and
connection first using a direct connection like that shown in the section above.
Remote Modem Installation Instructions
1. Install and set up an internal or external modem (according to the
instructions supplied by the manufacturer) for use with your computer. Make
a note of the COM port used by the modem. This information is used when
entering serial port settings for the weather station and console.
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