Installation Guide

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2. Loosen the screw at the joint so the gear on the other side of the joint pushes out. The solar cell
should now be in an unlocked position.
3. Adjust the vertical angle of the solar cell to get the most optimal usage out of the solar cell
depending on your location.
4. Push the gear inward and tighten the screw until the gears lock in place.
When adjusting the solar cell set it to an angle closest to your latitude. View chart below to get an idea
how you should angle your solar cell.
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Step 5: Close the battery door and tighten the screw
Step 6: Remove the solar panel protection lm.
NOTE:
- USE ONLY the rechargeable 3.6V Ni-MH battery-pack provided.
- Do NOT use battery of different type.
- It is recommendable to wrap water-resistant tape over the socket for extra protection against
moisture and salinity in air.
3.1.3 ADJUST THE SOLAR PANEL
The tilting angle of solar panel can be adjusted vertically from 0° into 15°, 30°, 45° and 60°
positions depending on the area you are living in. For optimal power output year-round, please
set the tilt angle that is closest to your latitude.
E.g.,
Location (latitude, longitude) Solar panel tilt angle
45°
60°
30°
15°
0°
Hamburg (53.558, 9.7874) 60°
Chicago (42.1146, -88.0464) 45°
Houston (29.7711, -95.3552) 30°
Bangkok (14.2752, 100.5684) 15°
Sydney (-33.5738, 151.3053) * 30°
*Sensors installed in Southern Hemisphere must have their solar panels facing North.
Step 1: Loosen the screw lightly until the gears on the
opposite side separated from lock position.
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Step 2: Adjust the vertical angle of the solar panel (0°,
15°, 30°, 45°, 60°) according to the latitude of your
location.
Step 3: Push the gear and tighten the screw until the
gears are securely locked.
3.1.4 INSTALL MOUNTING POLE
1. Stick the 2 rubber pads (provided) onto the inner sides of the mounting part
2. Insert the 2 screws into the sensor array mounting base and hand tighten the screws
3. Place the sensor array over the mounting pole and align the sensor array to North direction
4. Tighten the screws to t the size of your mounting pole
Add rubber pad
before mounting
on pole
NOTE:
- Any metal object can attract lightning strikes, including your sensor-array mounting pole. Never install
sensor-array in stormy days.
- If you want to install a sensor-array on a house or building, consult a licensed electrical engineer to ensure
proper grounding. Direct lightning impact on a metal pole can damage or destroy your home.
- Installing the sensor at high location may result in personal injury or death. Perform as many initial
inspections and operations as possible on the ground and in buildings or houses. Only install the sensor-
array on clear, dry days.
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Step 2: Adjust the vertical angle of the solar panel (0°,
15°, 30°, 45°, 60°) according to the latitude of your
location.
Step 3: Push the gear and tighten the screw until the
gears are securely locked.
3.1.4 INSTALL MOUNTING POLE
1. Stick the 2 rubber pads (provided) onto the inner sides of the mounting part
2. Insert the 2 screws into the sensor array mounting base and hand tighten the screws
3. Place the sensor array over the mounting pole and align the sensor array to North direction
4. Tighten the screws to t the size of your mounting pole
Add rubber pad
before mounting
on pole
NOTE:
- Any metal object can attract lightning strikes, including your sensor-array mounting pole. Never install
sensor-array in stormy days.
- If you want to install a sensor-array on a house or building, consult a licensed electrical engineer to ensure
proper grounding. Direct lightning impact on a metal pole can damage or destroy your home.
- Installing the sensor at high location may result in personal injury or death. Perform as many initial
inspections and operations as possible on the ground and in buildings or houses. Only install the sensor-
array on clear, dry days.
Latitude Proximity Solar Cell Angle Selection
45°
60°
30°
15°
0°
If your location is close to 60° 60°
If your location is close to 45° 45°
If your location is close to 30° 30°
If your location is close to 15° 15°
If your location is close to 0° 0°
MOUNTING THE SENSOR ON A POLE
1. Stick the rubber pads on the inside of the mounting clamp and mounting base of the sensor.
2. Insert two (2) screws into the mounting base and clamp. Then, loosely tighten the screws using
included nuts.
3. Place the mounting xture over a pole (not included).
4. Tighten all the screws so the sensor sits rmly and securely on the pole.
NOTE: Place the mounting base and clamp on a steel pole or post with a 1.2″ – 1.6″ (30 – 40 mm)
diameter and is a minimum of 6.6' (2 m) o the ground.
When setting up the outdoor sensor, make sure the rain collector side is facing north.
When placing the outdoor sensor, make sure it is within 492’ (150 m) of the display console.
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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
Your console can pair up with one wireless 7-in-1 outdoor sensor and up to 7 wireless indoor
sensors. (1pc wireless indoor sensor included)
INSTALL WIRELESS 7-IN-1 SENSOR
Your wireless 7-IN-1 sensor measures wind-speed, wind-direction, rainfall, UV, light intensity,
temperature and humidity for you. It’s assembled and calibrated for your easy installation.
INSTALL RAIN COLLECTOR
Rain Collector Installation
1 Align
Lock grooves
2 Lock
INSTALL BATTERIES
Unscrew the battery door at bottom of unit and insert the batteries
according to the +/- polarity indicated. Screw the battery door
compartment on tightly.
NOTE:
Screw
location
3 x AA
batteries
MOUNTING POLE AND DIRECTION ALIGNMENT
Install the wireless 7-IN-1 sensor in an open
location with no obstructions above and around the
sensor for accurate rain and wind measurement.
Install the sensor with the smaller end facing the
North to properly orient the wind direction vane.
Secure the mounting stand and bracket (included)
to a 35 ~ 40mm diameter steel post or pole, and
allow minimum 2m off the ground.
Point to
SOUTH
Point to
NORTH
2 meters
off the
ground
mounting pole
and stand not
included
Add rubber
pad before
mounting on
pole or post