La Crosse Technology C86234 Dimensions

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C86234 FAQS
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CONTENTS
C86234 FAQS ........................................................................................................................... 1
Batteries ................................................................................................................................... 2
Weather Station Factory Restart............................................................................................. 2
Quick Connect.......................................................................................................................... 3
Remote Sensors....................................................................................................................... 3
Power requirements ............................................................................................................... 3
Compatible outdoor sensors................................................................................................... 4
Dashes shown for outdoor temperature/humidity.................................................................... 4
Inaccurate outdoor temperature/humidity ............................................................................... 4
Outdoor temperature/humidity is stuck or OFL ....................................................................... 4
Intermittent outdoor temperature/humidity .............................................................................. 4
Thermo-hygro sensor fell, and does not work......................................................................... 4
Thermo-hygro sensor drains batteries quickly ........................................................................ 5
Thermo-hygro sensor stops working when hot ....................................................................... 5
Humidity shows OFL but temperature works .......................................................................... 5
Fahrenheit/Celsius.................................................................................................................. 5
Wind Sensor............................................................................................................................. 5
Cups spinning slow or not spinning ........................................................................................ 5
Replace wind directional vane and wind cups......................................................................... 5
Wind direction is working wind speed is 0.00.......................................................................... 6
Wind reading is intermittent of shows dashes......................................................................... 6
Wind speed is inaccurate........................................................................................................ 6
Wind reading is OFL............................................................................................................... 7
Understanding wind readings................................................................................................. 7
Wind area on the weather station is blank (no dashes or numbers)........................................ 7
Wind direction shows dashes................................................................................................. 7
Wind sensor is frozen............................................................................................................. 7
Wireless Rain Sensor .............................................................................................................. 7
How to view rain on the weather station ................................................................................. 7
Reset rain............................................................................................................................... 7
Rain area on the weather station shows blank (no numbers or dashes)................................. 7
Rain readings......................................................................................................................... 8
Rain reads 0.00...................................................................................................................... 8
Rain reads dashes.................................................................................................................. 8

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Rain reads OFL...................................................................................................................... 8
Rain sensor drains batteries quickly....................................................................................... 8
Rain reads low........................................................................................................................ 9
Rain reads high...................................................................................................................... 9
Rain alarm.............................................................................................................................. 9
Winter storage for rain sensor ...............................................................................................10
Mounting/Positioning outdoor sensor.....................................................................................10
Mounting/Positioning wind sensor .........................................................................................10
Mounting/Positioning rain sensor...........................................................................................11
Position weather station ........................................................................................................11
Distance/Resistance/Interference..........................................................................................11
Weather Station.......................................................................................................................12
12-Hour or 24-Hour time format.............................................................................................12
Power requirements ..............................................................................................................12
Manually set time: Program Menu.........................................................................................12
Change display......................................................................................................................13
Pressure inaccurate...............................................................................................................13
Forecast Icons inaccurate......................................................................................................13
Alarms...................................................................................................................................14
Weather station has missing segments .................................................................................14
Weather station is dim...........................................................................................................14
Weather station has distorted display....................................................................................15
Weather station display is frozen...........................................................................................15
Weather station is blank: No letters, numbers or dashed lines...............................................15
Computer Connection and Remote Monitoring and Alerts (optional).................................15
Batteries
Half of all warranty issues can be resolved with fresh batteries of the appropriate voltage.
We suggest name brand Alkaline batteries for indoor displays such as weather stations.
Use batteries dated at least six years in advance of the current year. Batteries dated earlier than six
years from now may still work, but may be unstable in performance.
Alkaline batteries manufactured this year will have an expiration date 10 years in the future. Battery
technology has improved and batteries will maintain voltage longer in storage. However, the
environment the batteries reside in for the 10 years can deplete the power.
Good name brand Alkaline batteries make less noise, which reduces the chance of RF (radio
frequency) interference from the battery compartment. A minimum voltage of 1.48V for each battery is
necessary for proper performance.
Weather Station Factory Restart
A Factory Reset will erase the Internet connection and the connection between the weather station and
the thermo-hygro sensor and allow a fresh connection to be re-established. Place the display and all
sensors 5-10 feet apart with nothing in between for this restart.

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1. ENTER PROGRAM MENU: Press and hold the SET button until you enter the program menu. Press
and release the SET button until you see rES oFF.
2. FACTORY RESET: Use the ▲/DATE button or ▼/RAIN button to turn rES On.
3. CONFIRM & COUNTDOWN: Press the SET button to confirm and a countdown timer will begin
counting down from 127. When the timer displays dOnE, you must remove the batteries from the
display for 15 minutes. At the same time, remove batteries from the Rain and Thermo-hygro sensors
so all three units are without batteries for 15 minutes.
4. GENTLY PRESS THE RESET BUTTON ON THE WIND SENSOR: Cover the solar panel of the wind
sensor for 15 seconds and while covered, gently press the reset button on the bottom of the wind
sensor. This will turn off the wind sensor.
POWER UP:
5. RESTART THE WIND SENSOR: Expose the solar panel to light and gently press the reset button on
the bottom of the wind sensor one time to activate the sensor.
6. INSTALL BATTERIES THERMO-HYGRO AND RAIN: Insert the batteries into the rain and thermo-
hygro sensors. Make sure to check polarity with the markings on the battery cover and inside the
battery compartment.
7. ALLOW THE SENSORS TO RUN FOR TWO MINUTES.
8. INSTALL BATTERIES WEATHER STATION: After the sensors have been running for 2 minutes,
insert the batteries into the weather station. Make sure to check polarity with the markings inside the
battery compartment. Watch the lower left corner of the display on startup and record the firmware
version of this display (a 3-digit number). Please provide that firmware number with your reply to the
other questions.
9. 15 MINUTES: Wait 15 minutes for the outdoor weather data to display. If after 15 minutes, the
outdoor data displays dashes, repeat the factory restart. Do not press buttons at this time.
Quick Connect
No Wind, Temperature and Rain work:
Cover the solar panel of the wind sensor for 15 seconds so no light reaches the solar panel.
With the solar panel covered, gently press the reset button on the bottom of the wind sensor. This
turns off the wind sensor.
Remove the batteries from the thermo-hygro and rain sensors for 2 minutes.
Replace the batteries in the rain and thermo-hygro sensors.
Gently press the reset button on the bottom of the Wind sensor, with the solar panel exposed to light.
After 3 minutes press and hold, the ▲/DATE button until the weather station beeps.
Wait 10 minutes.
If you do not receive a reading from all your sensors, please try the factory reset.
Note: It is helpful to have the wind sensor in the full sun or under a lamp for 24-hours before setting up to
be sure it is charged.
Wind works, Rain or Outdoor Temperature do not work:
Remove the batteries from the thermo-hygro and rain sensors for 2 minutes.
Replace the batteries in the rain and thermo-hygro sensors.
After 3 minutes press and hold, the ▲/DATE button until the weather station beeps.
Wait 10 minutes.
If you do not receive a reading from all your sensors, please try the factory reset.
Remote Sensors
Power requirements
2-C batteries power the thermo-hygro sensor
2-AA batteries for the rain sensor
We recommend Alkaline batteries for the sensors.
100% solar-powered (built-in power cell, no batteries necessary) for wind sensor.
3-C batteries for weather station

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Compatible outdoor sensors
TX59UN-1-IT Thermo-hygro
TX63U-IT Wind
TX58UN-IT Rain
The above 915MHz sensors will read to this weather station.
Dashes shown for outdoor temperature/humidity
Dashes means the connection is lost between the weather station and the outdoor sensor.
Batteries often resolve the connection.
Distance/Resistance can cause loss of connection between the sensor and the weather station.
Reorientation of the weather station 90 degrees towards the thermo-hygro sensor may provide better
reception by the antenna.
Remove the batteries from the thermo-hygro sensor for two minutes. Replace the batteries in the
thermo-hygro sensor and after 5 minutes hold the UP ARROW on the weather station until it beeps.
Wait 10 minutes. If the weather station does not receive a reading from all the sensors, please try the
factory reset.
Try the quick connect or complete a factory restart.
Inaccurate outdoor temperature/humidity
The thermo-hygro sensor reads the environment. When the sensor reads high during the day but not
at night it is a mounting problem.
Side-by-side test: Bring the thermo-hygro sensor in the house and place it next to the weather
station for 2 hours.
Compare indoor and outdoor temperature. The temperatures should be within 4 degrees to be within
tolerance. The humidity should be within 14% to be within tolerance.
If the sensor reads correctly when next to the weather station then try a different location outside.
Look for heat sources such as sunlight, door or window frames, or reflected heat.
Outdoor temperature/humidity is stuck or OFL
Check batteries. Overpowered or underpowered batteries can cause this reading.
Replace outdoor sensor.
Intermittent outdoor temperature/humidity
RF (radio frequency) communication may come and go occasionally. This can be normal in some
environments (e.g. moister climates). If sensor signal is lost, please wait 2-4 hours for the signal to
reconnect on its own.
Move the remote sensors to a location closer to the weather station.
Indoor distance test: Please complete the factory restart with sensors and weather station 5-10 feet
apart and inside to establish a strong connection.
After 15 minutes if there is a reading in the outdoor temperature area, move the sensor to another
room with one wall between the sensor and the weather station. Observe to see if the remote
readings remain on consistently for 1-hour.
If the remote reading remains on while in the house then it is likely a distance/resistance issue.
Move the sensor to different locations outside to find a location where the remote readings will hold.
Distance/Resistance can cause loss of sensor signal.
Check Batteries.
Thermo-hygro sensor fell, and does not work
If there is no physical damage to the outdoor sensor, the fall may not have caused internal damage.
A thermo-hygro sensor that has fallen into a puddle or other standing water or snow may have water
damage.
Sensors are water resistant, not waterproof.

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A fall can shock the sensor or the batteries in the sensor.
Batteries that have fallen on a hard surface may be damaged and unable to function properly.
Complete a restart with fresh batteries.
Use batteries dated at least six years in advance of the current year. Batteries dated earlier than six
years from now may still work, but may be unstable in performance.
Thermo-hygro sensor drains batteries quickly
Test a new set of Alkaline batteries. Write down the date of installation and the voltage of the
batteries.
When the batteries fail, please note the date and voltage again. This is helpful in determining the
problem.
Check the distance and resistance between the sensor and weather station. Sensors at the end of
the range may work while batteries are fresh but not after they drain a bit.
Check for leaking batteries, which may damage the sensor.
Thermo-hygro sensor stops working when hot
Thermo-hygro sensors show dashes or OFL when the temperature reaches a certain degree, but returns
to normal readings when the temperature cools down; please check:
Batteries: At higher temperatures, batteries can overheat causing sensor failure. Older and weaker
batteries are more likely to fail in hot weather. Try a fresh set of batteries to see if the issue is
resolved.
Distance/resistance: When the Thermo-hygro sensor is at the edge, of the distance range, and the
temperatures are very hot and the batteries loose strength and the connection may be lost.
Humidity shows OFL but temperature works
Complete a restart with fresh batteries.
Replace the thermo-hygro sensor.
Fahrenheit/Celsius
Enter the program menu to select temperature in Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC).
Wind Sensor
The wind sensor reads to the thermo-hygro sensor, which then transmits to the weather station.
100% solar-powered (built-in power cell, no batteries necessary).
High-efficiency solar panels maintain operation in every season.
Cups spinning slow or not spinning
Check for debris or ice in cups.
Be sure cups are below mast holder.
Check mounting location. Look for obstructions that prevent the wind from reaching the sensor.
The mast should not be more than 1 ¼ inch thick.
In most cases, the wind sensor needs to be 4-6ft above the highest point on the roof in order to clear
nearby obstructions and read accurately.
A 50 –foot clearance in all directions is best.
Push up firmly on the center of the cups to reseat them. Occasionally they drop a bit.
Cups are replaceable.
Replace wind directional vane and wind cups
Replace the wind directional vane:
Gently remove the piece of plastic in the top center of the vane to reveal the screw that holds the
vane to the sensor.

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Remove the screw.
Gently pull the vane straight up and off of the sensor.
Carefully place the new vane on the sensor; notice the groove to seat it properly.
Insert screw through the vane to the sensor and tighten properly.
Note: do not over tighten.
The wind vane is seated in a groove and cannot be put on backwards to change directional readings.
When operating in the Southern Hemisphere, face wind sensor South and it will still receive plenty of
sun overhead, to charge.
Replace wind cups.
In the bottom center of the wind cups is a plastic lock pin. Gently pry the lock pin out of the wind cups.
Firmly grasp the wind cups and pull straight off the sensor.
Check to be sure that you have a metal magnet in the wind cups.
Check that there is a metal bearing in the wind cups or on the stem of the sensor where the cups
attach.
Look at the new wind cups and be sure there is a bearing and magnet in place.
Install the cups onto the wind sensor and press firmly.
Insert a new lock pin into the cups and push firmly until the lock pin is flush with the bottom of the
cups.
Wind direction is working wind speed is 0.00
Check that the wind cups attach to the sensor. Occasionally they can come off.
Check that the cups seat properly by pushing up in the center of the cups.
Check that the cups spin freely.
Wind reading is intermittent of shows dashes
RF (radio frequency) interference is normal; the occasional outage is possible.
Check for sources of RF (radio frequency) interference such as Ham radio or electric transformers
nearby.
Move the weather station away from cordless phones or wireless routers etc.
Check the environment for unusual moist/humid conditions (it is a known fact that 'moist' reduces RF
(radio frequency) signal in electronics).
Distance/Resistance can cause loss of sensor signal.
Relocate the wind sensor closer to the thermo-hygro sensor.
Mounting on a metal or white PVC pole may cause RF interference or static.
Please note if there are certain times of the day or night that the unit lose signal. Details are helpful in
resolving the problem.
Check that batteries are fresh in the thermo-hygro sensor.
Complete a factory restart.
Wind speed is inaccurate
Check the unit of measure (MPH, KM/H, or M/S).
Check to see if the weather station receives the same repetitive wind speed recording from the
sensor multiple times.
Confirm the direction is working correctly.
Mounting on a metal or white PVC pole may cause interference or static and inaccurate readings.
Check that the cups turn freely.
Check for insects or debris preventing free movement.
Be sure the cups are below the mast holder.
Check that the cups have not dropped. Push up firmly in the center of the cups to seat properly.
Check for obstructions that prevent clear wind flow to the cups.
Check mounting. In most cases, the wind sensor needs to be 6ft or more above the highest point on
the roof in order to clear nearby obstructions and read accurately. A 50 –foot clearance in all
directions is best.
It is helpful to send pictures of the sensor mounting, if you need to contact customer support.
Check that your batteries are fresh in the thermo-hygro sensor and the weather station.

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Wind reading is OFL
Place wind sensor under a light source for 24-hours.
Please note if there are certain times of the day or night this occurs.
Check the solar panel for damage of breakdown.
Understanding wind readings
Wind Gust: A sudden, brief increase in speed of the wind. The duration of a gust is usually less than
20 seconds.
The wind gust is a calculated value from a collection of wind speed, data points over time. Peak Gust
for example, is calculated against the previous and next sample and may not be the same as
maximum wind speed reported.
Wind Speed: Measure of wind in varying speeds throughout the entire day.
The wind sensor “samples” wind speed twice every 17 seconds and then sends the average and
peak of these samples to the thermo-hygro sensor.
The thermo-hygro sensor updates to the weather station every 13 seconds. The timing of the wind
sensor data packet to the weather station from the thermo-hygro sensor may create a short delay.
This delay does not affect the accuracy of the data over time.
Wind area on the weather station is blank (no dashes or numbers)
Check that other areas of the weather station read properly.
Check batteries in the weather station.
The weather station, thermo-hygro sensor and wind sensor need testing.
Wind direction shows dashes
If the speed is working then the wind sensor is bad.
Wind sensor is frozen
Freezing rain and wet snow can clog the wind sensor and prevent it from reading speed or
temperature.
Bring the sensor in the house for 2-3 days. The sensor will need to thaw out and dry out for prevent
refreezing.
Wireless Rain Sensor
How to view rain on the weather station
View: Press and release the ▼DOWN ARROW to select the rainfall value to display. (1-hour, 24-
hour weekly, monthly or total rain)
Reset rain
In either Mode 1 or Mode 2 display, press and release the MIN/MAX button until the display shows
the total rainfall value.
To reset the rainfall reading, press the UP ARROW button. The total rainfall amount will be reset to 0,
and the time updated to current time.
Note: Until the first rainfall total reset is performed, the time and date of the total rainfall are displayed
as '- - -. --. ----'. After the rainfall total is reset, the rainfall total display will indicate the date and time of
the last rainfall total reset.
Rain area on the weather station shows blank (no numbers or dashes)
Check that other areas of the weather station read properly. There may be a problem with the
weather station.

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Rain readings
For all measurements, it is important time and date are set correctly on your weather station.
1-HOUR RAIN: The 1-hour rain reflects rain that has fallen from current time and back 1-hour. It
updates every four minutes (15 measurements). The hour is not a fixed clock time measurement. It is
literally an ongoing “last 60 minutes” timer.
24-HOUR RAIN: The 24-hour rain reflects the rain that has fallen from current time and back 24-
hours. This is not a midnight-to-midnight measurement. The day is not a fixed clock time
measurement. It is literally an ongoing “last 24 hours” timer.
WEEKLY RAIN: The amount of rainfall of the previous week. Week: Rain total for the week is reset
every 7 days. Week begins 1 day before the day the batteries are first inserted into the weather
station. For example, if the batteries are inserted on a Thursday, the start of the weekly totals will be
Wednesday of each week.
MONTHLY RAIN: Monthly rain reflects the previous month’s rain and will update 12AM the first day
of the month.
TOTAL RAIN: Total rain will remain until you manually reset this value. Total rain reflects the rain
from time of display set-up until you manually reset the total rain.
Rain reads 0.00
Check that the pin the rocker tips on is all the way to the back and that the rocker tips freely.
Check the funnel and the inside of the rain sensor for insect nests or debris that may cause loss of
rocker motion.
Check for proper battery installation.
Check the battery cover is on firmly.
Mount the rain sensor level and check that the mounting screws are not too tight (most common
issue).
Use the eraser end of a pencil to manually tip the rocker of the rain sensor 10 times (five each way).
Wait at least 2 minutes for all the rain to collect.
Check the total rain on the weather station for a reading.
Complete a factory restart.
Rain reads dashes
The weather station and rain sensor are not connected.
Complete a factory restart.
Check that the wind and temperature are still working. If wind and temperature are not working, then
it may be a weather station issue.
Distance/Resistance can cause loss of sensor signal.
Check batteries in the rain sensor and the weather station. This is our primary warranty issue.
Orient the weather station 90 degrees towards the rain sensor for better reception.
Rain reads OFL
OFL indicates that the weather station is receiving a signal from the sensor.
The weather station will read OFL if it has counted more inches of rain (from testing, interference,
etc.) then it is designed to read, 0" to 393.7" (0 to 9999 mm)
Check for sources of interference such as other wireless rain sensors, Ham radios, or large electrical
transformers. This may cause rain to add up when there is no rain.
Check batteries in the rain sensor and the weather station. This is our primary warranty issue.
Rain sensor drains batteries quickly
Batteries should last 1-year or more, if batteries are good when first inserted. If the batteries in the
sensor are not lasting that long, please try these tasks:
Test a new set of Alkaline batteries. Write down the date of installation and the voltage of the
batteries.

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When the batteries fail, please note the date and voltage again. This is helpful in determining the
problem.
Complete the restart and confirm that everything is working after a battery change.
Battery leakage may cause a sensor to drain batteries quickly.
Rain reads low
Low rain readings indicate the rain sensor and weather station are connected.
Check that the pin the rocker tips on is all the way to the back and that the rocker tips freely.
Check the funnel and the inside of the rain sensor for insect nests or debris that may cause loss of
rocker motion.
Check for proper battery installation.
Check the battery cover is on firmly.
Be sure to mount the rain sensor level and that the mounting screws are not too tight (most common
issue).
Complete a Manual Tip Test and a Water Tip Test and compare them:
Manual Tip test: Write down the Total Rain reading or reset the Rain Total to 0.00. Use the
eraser end of a pencil to manually tip the rocker of the rain sensor 10 times (five each way). Wait
at least 2 minutes for all the rain to collect.
Water Tip Test: Write down the Total Rain reading or reset the Rain Total to 0.00. With Rain
Sensor mounted slowly pour water into the funnel to tip the rocker of the rain sensor 10 times
(five each way). Wait at least 2 minutes for all the rain to collect.
Compare these tests. If they are the same, then the rain is reading correctly. If the rain readings are
different, repeat the test 3-times to avoid human error. Then look for causes such as mounting too
tight or debris clogging the funnel.
Check batteries in the rain sensor and the weather station. This is our primary warranty issue.
Rain reads high
Check for sources of RF (radio frequency) interference such as another rain sensor close by, ham
radio, and electric transformers nearby.
Keep the weather station six feet from cordless phones or wireless routers etc.
Complete a Manual Tip Test and a Water Tip Test and compare them:
Manual Tip test: Write down the Total Rain reading or reset the Rain Total to 0.00. Use the
eraser end of a pencil to manually tip the rocker of the rain sensor 10 times (five each way). Wait
at least 2 minutes for all the rain to collect.
Water Tip Test: Write down the Total Rain reading or reset the Rain Total to 0.00. With Rain
Sensor mounted slowly pour water into the funnel to tip the rocker of the rain sensor 10 times
(five each way). Wait at least 2 minutes for all the rain to collect.
Compare these tests. If they still read high then contact support.
Rain alarm
Set 24-hour Rain Alarm
In the normal display mode, press and release the ALARM button until you see the Rainfall amount in
24-hour period alarm.
Press and hold the SET button for 2 seconds and the selected value will flash. Press and release the
▲UP ARROW button or ▼DOWN ARROW button to set the alarm value.
Note: Hold the arrow button in to change the value faster.
Press the ALARM button to confirm the setting. The digit will stop flashing.
Activate/Deactivate Alarm
Press the SET button to switch the Alarm On or Off. The alarm icon ((( ))) indicates the alarm is
switched ON.
Press the SET button again. The alarm icon should disappear and that alarm is OFF.
Press the ALARM button once.
Note: when there is RF (radio frequency) interference, the interference may cause false high
readings that can set off the alarm,

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Winter storage for rain sensor
All our rain sensors can handle the cold temperatures. We leave them out all year long.
However, if you prefer to store the rain sensor for the winter remember:
Remove batteries when storing to prevent leakage.
In the spring take the rain sensor out of storage and try the quick connect.
When the rain sensor is outside all winter and is snow covered, you may see a rain count when the
snow begins to melt and run into the rain sensor. This will not be an accurate measurement for snow.
Mounting/Positioning outdoor sensor
First, set everything up in the house to be sure it works before mounting the sensors outside.
For best RF (radio frequency) signal, mount all sensors at least 6 feet in the air.
The thermo-hygro sensor sends directly to the weather station.
When considering the distance from the weather station (200 feet open air) cut that distance in half
for each wall, window, tree, bush or other obstruction in the signal path.
Material such as stucco or metal will absorb a wireless signal.
Windows can reflect the signal.
Ideally the sensor should be at least 6 ft. off the ground (higher is fine) for best signal transmission.
Place the thermo-hygro sensor in a well-shaded area protected from direct sun. The sensor will read
high if exposed to the sun.
A good location is under the eaves on the north side of the house.
A small roof or well-vented box is useful if you do not have an overhang.
The thermo-hygro sensor can withstand rain, snow and temperature extremes.
Standing rain and snow may soak into the sensor and cause failure.
If the sensor gets too wet, it will not read accurate humidity.
Protect the thermo-hygro sensor from a downpour.
Light incidental exposure to water typically will not harm the sensor.
Mounting/Positioning wind sensor
For most accurate wind readings, mount the wind sensor as the highest item in the area with a 50
foot clearance in all directions (avoid tall trees, buildings or other obstructions that may block or
reflect the wind).
The wind sensor transmits directly to the thermohygro sensor. When considering the distance from
the thermohygro sensor (200 feet open air) cut that distance in half for each tree, bush or other
obstruction in the signal path.
The wind sensor should be in line-of-sight or the thermohygro sensor. If the wind sensor is on the roof
it may be best to mount the thermohygro sensor on a different building, fence etc., in line of sight and
less than 200 feet from the wind sensor.
Cups should be below the wind mast.
Material such as stucco or metal will absorb a wireless signal.
Observe the proper direction when mounting. The solar panel should receive enough sun to charge if
in any open area. Facing the solar panel south as indicated on the wind sensor provides correct
directional information.
Note:Do not over tighten U-bolts around the mast, then attached to the mast holder, as that can
crack the mast holder.
Mounting Masts: A suitable mast must be made entirely of a non-conductive material (e.g. treated
wood, electrical grade metal or electrical grade PVC). The issue is the static electricity transmission
capability of the entire pipe, which can lead to erratic wind readings, or loss of signal.
Coating or painting a pipe does not resolve the static or RF (radio frequency) interference risks, as
the inside of the material can conduct.
Any non-electrical grade mast may conduct, which may result in data spikes, RF interference, etc.
Masts should not be more than 1 1/4 inches in diameter to avoid blocking wind.
Note:most recording stations have sensors mounted 33 feet up or higher.
Roof Mounting: In most cases, at least 6 feet above the peak of the roof (or more) is required for
accurate readings. (Avoid tall trees or other obstructions that may block or reflect the wind).
Ground Mounting: Place at least 6 feet up on a pole in an open area. Higher is better. The wind
sensor should be the highest item in the immediate area. An ideal location to mount the wind sensor