DAVIS and Vantage Pro User manual

Console Manual
Vantage Pro
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Weather Station
Product #6310, 6310 EU , 6310 UK , 6310 C , 6310 CEU , 6310 CUK
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Display Features
1. Compass Rose 2. Graph and Hi / Low mode settings 3. Forecast Icons 4. Moon Phase Indicator 5. Time / Sunrise Time 6. Date / Sunset Time 7. 2nd button indicator 8. Barometric Trend Arrow 9. Graph Icon 10.Current Rain Icon 11. Station Number Indicator 12. Weather Ticker 13. Graph Field 14. Alarm icon

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ELCOME TO
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ANTAGE
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Station Versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Keyboard & Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Console Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Multiple Stations / Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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ENSORS
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O PTIONAL A CCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
C
ONSOLE
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NSTALLATION
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Powering your Vantage Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Changing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the Cabled Console to the
Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Establishing reception between the Wireless Vantage Pro console
and the Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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ISPLAYING THE
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Table & Shelf Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wall Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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ETUP
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Entering & Exiting Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setup Mode Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Screen 1: ActiveTransmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Screen 2: Selecting transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Screen 3: Retransmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Screen 4: Time & Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Screen 5: Latitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Screen 6: Longitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Screen 7: Time Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Screen 8: Daylight Savings Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Screen 9: Daylight Savings Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Screen 10: Elevation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Screen 11: Wind Cup Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Screen 12: Rain Collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Screen 13: Rain Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Exiting Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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URRENT
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Activating Weather Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Wind Speed and Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Wind Chill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Dew Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Barometric Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
UV (Ultraviolet Radiation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Heat Indices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Rain Year, Rain Month, and Rain Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Daily Rain and Rain Storm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Solar Radiation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
ET (Evapotranspiration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Selecting Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
To change the units for any variable: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Calibrating, Setting, and Clearing Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Setting Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Clearing variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
H IGHS AND L OWS M ODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Accessing Highs and Lows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Exit Highs and Lows screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
A LARMS M ODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Three special alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Setting Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Setting the Time Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Clearing Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Silencing Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
G RAPH M ODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Entering and Exiting Graph Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Using and Understanding the Graph Mode’s Features . . . . . . 42
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R ADIO T RANSMISSION D IAGNOSTIC S CREEN . . . . . . . .50
Receiver Gain Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
A PPENDIX : W EATHER D ATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
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PECIFICATIONS
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D
EVICE
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ELCOME TO
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ANTAGE
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Welcome to Davis Instruments’ Vantage Pro Console. The Console, part of the
comprehensive Vantage Pro system, displays a wealth of weather information
and a forecast based on the latest meteorological algorithms. The console is
also a powerful weather computer, collecting, storing, and displaying histori-
cal weather data.
Station Versions
The Vantage Pro System is available in two models: Cabled and Wireless.
• Cabled Vantage Pro System
The Cabled Vantage Pro system links the Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS) to
the console using standard four-conductor cable.
• Wireless Vantage Pro
The wireless Vantage Pro console receives data transmitted by radio
from the solar-powered ISS. Neither the ISS, nor the console requiresAC
power.
Keyboard & Display
The keyboard lets you view current and historical data, set and clear alarms,
change station modes, enter calibration numbers, set up and view graphs,
select sensors, and read the forecast. To learn more about the keyboard, see
“Activating Weather Variables” on page 27.

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Console Modes
The Vantage Pro console operates in five different modes:
• Setup
Use Setup mode to enter the time, date, calibration numbers, and other
information required to process and display weather data.
• Current Data
Use this mode to read the current weather information.
• High / Low
Access the Highs and Lows mode with the High/Low key.
• Alarm
Set, clear, and review alarm settings in Alarm mode.
• Graph
Explore the console’s advanced graphing capabilities in Graph mode.
Multiple Stations / Sensors
The Wireless Vantage Pro system can receive transmissions from up to eight
different transmitters. See “Optional Sensors” below.
O
PTIONAL
S
ENSORS
The Vantage Pro system is extremely flexible. The following optional sensors
are available from your dealer or may be ordered directly from Davis Instru-
ments. Please be aware that some options work with wireless units only.
• Solar Radiation Sensor (# 6450)
Measures solar radiation. Also required for calculating evapotranspira-
tion (see “EvapoTranspiration (ET)” on page 57). Available for cabled
and wireless stations. Requires Sensor Mounting Shelf (#6672). See
“Optional Accessories” on page 9.
• Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation Sensor (#6490)
Measures UV radiation. Required for calculating the UV dose. Available
for Cabled and Wireless stations. Requires Sensor Mounting Shelf
(#6672). See “Optional Accessories” on page 9.
•Wireless Integrated Sensor Suite (#6320)
Acomplete sensor package including rain, temperature, humidity, wind
speed and direction, with options for solar radiation and UV sensors.
• Wireless Temperature Station (#6370)
Measures and transmits air temperature from a remote location to the
console.
• Wireless Temperature / Humidity Station (#6380)
Measures and transmits air temperature and humidity from a remote
location to the console.

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• Anemometer Transmitter Kit (#6330)
Allows separation of anemometer from ISS to capture wind speed and
direction from a remote location.
• Wireless Soil Moisture / Temperature Station (#6361)
Measures and transmits soil moisture and temperature data from up to
four soil moisture sensors and four temperature probes.
• Wireless Leaf Wetness / Temperature Station (#6341)
Measures and transmits leaf wetness and temperature data from up to
four leaf wetness sensors and four temperature probes.
Note: The Wireless Vantage Pro console can receive from up to eight total transmitters. Please see the
see “Maximum Transmitters per wireless Console/Receiver” on page 20 for description.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The following accessories are available from your dealer or may be ordered
directly from Davis Instruments.
• WeatherLink®for Vantage Pro™ Data Logger & Software (#6510C)
Logs data gathered by the Vantage Pro, downloads it to your PC, and
generates reports and graphical displays. Storage interval (1, 5, 10, 15,
30, 60, or 120 minutes) is set by the user. The data logger will store
approximately 2, 9, 18, 27, 53, 107, or 213 days worth of data depending
on the selected storage interval. Windows™-compatible software lets you
analyze, plot, print, sort, and summarize the data.
WeatherLink®for Vantage Pro™ includes data logger, eight foot cable ,
software, and manual. Requires PC running Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME,
or NT and one free serial port.
• Sensor Mounting Shelf (#6672)
Required for mounting the optional Solar Radiation and/or UVsensors.
The mounting shelf attaches to the ISS.
• Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter (#6604)
Allows the Vantage Pro to draw power from a standard car cigarette
lighter.
• Telephone Modem Adapter (#6533)
Allows a dialup connection between the station and the computer.
• Extension Cables (#7876)
From Cabled Vantage Pro ISS to console. Maximum cable length is 1000’
feet (300 m).
#7876-040 Cable, 40’ (12 m) $18
#7876-100 Cable, 100’ (30 m) $40
#7876-200 Cable, 200’ (61 m) $70

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The Vantage Pro console is designed to give extremely accurate readings. As
with any precision instrument, use care in its assembly and handling.Although
installing the console is relatively simple, following the steps outlined in this
chapter and assembling the Vantage Pro correctly from the start will ensure
that you enjoy all of its features with a minimum of time and effort.
• WARNING: The Vantage Pro system uses power differenly from the way older Davis stations did. Use only
a Davis Vantage Pro AC power adapter. Using an older Davis adapter will damage your Vantage Pro!
Powering your Vantage Pro
• Cabled Console
Because the cabled Vantage Pro console supplies power to the ISS
through the connecting cable, you must use theAC power adapter or the
optional Car/Boat/RV Lighter Cord to supply primary power. The three
C-cell batteries provide backup power during outages. They will operate
the station for four to six weeks.
• Wireless Console
The wireless Vantage Pro console does not require the use of the AC
adapter, although you may use the included adapter if you wish. The
three C-cell batteries should power your wireless console/receiver for
approximately one year. We do not recommend using rechargeable
NiCad batteries, because they will not last as long.
CONSOLE
INSTALLATION

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1. Insert the power adapter plug into the jack located on the bottom of the console, then
plug the other end of the adapter into an appropriate power outlet.
The Vantage Pro should run through a brief self-test procedure. All the dis-
play segments on the LCD appear and the console will beep twice.
2. Insert the batteries.
Remove the battery cover located on the back of the console by pressing the
two latches at the top of the cover. Insert three C batteries into the battery
channel, negative (or flat) terminal first.
Note: To remove batteries, place the Vantage Pro Console face down on a flat, firm surface. Insert a finger-
tip between the two exposed batteries. Press the middle battery down toward the notch (toward the
“hidden” battery. This will relieve the tension on the first battery and allow you to withdraw it.
3. Replace the battery cover.
After power-up the Vantage Pro will automatically enter Setup mode. Setup
mode will lead you through setting up and calibrating your station. See “Setup
Mode” on page 19.
Changing batteries
To ensure you preserve any data you’ve accumulated in the station memory, do
two things before you change the batteries: 1) Plug in the AC adapter and 2)
Enter Setup Mode by pressing the DONE and “-” keys first. This makes sure
the station isn’t writing any data to memory.
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Connecting the Cabled Console to the
Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS)
The Vantage Pro comes with 100 feet (30m) of cable. Maximum cable length
from ISS to console is 1000 feet. See “Optional Accessories” on page 9 to pur-
chase additional cable.
1. Gently insert the console end of the 4-conductor wire into the console receptacle
marked “ISS” until it clicks into place.
• WARNING: Do not force the connector into the receptacle.
2. Ensure that the ISS cable is not twisted through the access hole.
3. Test the connections between the ISS and the console.
Spin the wind cups and change the direction of the vane. If the ISS is pow-
ered and the connection between the ISS and the console is correct, you
should see the wind direction and speed fields changing. Tip the rain bucket
back and forth. You should see rain registering. Check the other fields to
ensure you’re receiving from them, too.
Establishing reception between the Wireless Vantage Pro console
and the Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS)
As you position your console, be aware of possible interference from cordless
phones and other items. To prevent interference, maintain a distance of 10 feet
between the Vantage Pro console and the cordless phone (handset and base).
Also, for best reception, avoid positioning the console near large metallic sur-
faces (e.g., most refrigerator surfaces).
Please test communications between the Console/Receiver and the ISS (or
other transmitter) BEFORE permanently mounting your ISS. Remember that
the ISS transmits packets every few seconds. Therefore, there may be a 2 to 3
second delay before the console display updates. For more information about
locating the sensor transmitter and testing reception, consult the ISS or other
transmitter manual.
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DISPLAYING THE CONSOLE
You should place the console in a location where the keyboard is easily accessi-
ble and the display is easy to read. For more accurate readings, follow these
suggestions:
• Avoid placing the console in direct sunlight. This may cause erroneous readings
and / or damage to the unit.
• Avoid placing the console near radiant heaters or heating / air conditioning ducts.
• If you are mounting the console on a wall, choose an inner or interior wall. Avoid
walls that heat up or cool down depending on the weather.
Table & Shelf Display
The kickstand may be set at five different angles appropriate for different dis-
play angles.
1. Lean the kickstand out by pulling on its top edge.
You’ll see the indentation for your finger at the top edge of the console.
2. Slide the catch to arrest the kickstand in the appropriate angle.
Choose low angles for display on a coffee table or other low area. Choose
higher angles for display on a desk or shelf.
3. Pull up on the stand to close it. It will be a little tight, so it’s okay to push hard
enough to get it to slide.

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Wall Display
1. Hold the template provided on page 17 flat against the wall and use a pencil to mark
the location of the two keyholes.
If you are installing a standard Vantage Pro console with sensor cable run-
ning inside the wall, attach the console over an empty switch box.
2. Use an electric drill with a 3/32 or 7/64” drill bit to make pilot holes in these locations.
3. Using a screwdriver, drive the two #6 x 1” pan head self-threading screws into the
wall. Leave at least 1/8” between the wall the the heads of the screws.
4. Retract the kickstand into its upright and locked position.
5. Slide the keyholes on the back of the console over the two screw heads.
OPENING THE STAND FOR TABLE OR SHELF DISPLAY

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Use this template
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USING THE
CONSOLE
The Vantage Pro display and keyboard are designed for easy access to the most
important weather information. The large LCD display is your window on cur-
rent and past environmental conditions, as well as the place to find the forecast.
The keyboard lets you interact with the station computer, view current and his-
torical weather information, set and clear alarms, change station modes, enter
calibration numbers, set up and view graphs, select sensors, read the forecast,
and so on.
The console operates in five different modes: Setup, Current Weather, Highs
and Lows, Alarm, and Graph.
SETUP MODE
Setup Mode lets you choose settings that determine how your Vantage Pro sta-
tion operates.
Entering & Exiting Setup Mode
The console will automatically enter Setup Mode when you first power up.
Later, if you need to make any changes, access the Setup Mode by pressing the
DONE and “-” keys at the same time. Exit Setup by pressing and holding the
DONE key until the Current Weather screen appears.
Setup Mode Screens
On entering the Setup Mode, a sequence of screens will appear on the console.
Pressing DONE will take you to the next screen in the sequence. Pressing BAR
takes you to the previous screen.

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Screen 1: ActiveTransmitters
Screen 1 displays the active transmitters located in your area. The ticker will
display the message “Receiving from...” and the active transmitter IDs will be
illuminated. In addition, an “X” should intermittently appear in the lower
right-hand corner o f the screen. The rest of the display screen will be blank. If
you have a cabled station, this screen will display “Receiving from station No.
1.”
Note: Transmitters must be switched on for the console to recognize them. Refer to your ISS or other trans-
mitter manual to see how to switch them on.
This screen requires no input; it simply shows you what transmitters the con-
sole can receive. Press and release the “DONE” key to move to screen 2.
Each wireless console/receiver may receive signals from up to eight different
transmitters; however, only certain combinations of transmitters are possible.
Table 1 below lists the maximum numbers of transmitter types each console/
receiver can handle:
Screen 2: Selecting transmitters
Use setup screen 2 to tell the console/receiver which transmitter IDs to listen
to, and what kind of station each transmitter represents.
Table 1: Maximum Transmitters per wireless Console/Receiver
TransmitterType Maximumper Console (8
total)
Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS) 1
Anemometer Transmitter Kit 1
Leaf Wetness/Temperature Station 1
Soil Moisture/Temperature Station 1
Temperature Station 8
Temperature/Humidity Station 8
STATION NO.1 4
Setup Screen 1: Transmitters. This screen shows the Con-
sole receiving transmssions from transmitter IDs 1 and 4.