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Natural Power ZephIR Manual

ZephIR user manual QP1009-582 v2
© Natural Power 2008 10th June 2008
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Natural Power | ZephIR®
Operations & Maintenance Manual
Any questions?
Support line: +44 (0) 7824 347 588
Email: ZephIR.help@naturalpower.com
ZephIR user manual QP1009-582 v2
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Documentation Index
Part A Your ZephIR system Pages 3 - 9
Packing List - Battery Pod
Shipping Check List - Battery Pod
Packing List - Electronics Pod
Shipping Check List - Electronics Pod
Packing List - Optics Pod
Shipping Check List - Optics Pod
Part B Setting up your ZephIR Pages 10 - 33
Quick-start assembly guide
Battery Pod and Tripod Configuration
Electronics Pod Configuration
Optics Pod Configuration
Met Station and Met Mast Configuration
System Interconnections
System Power-up and Site Configuration
Software Installation
Configuration
Data Download
Wind Data Playback
Part C System Overview Pages 33 - 40
General Information
Laser Safety
Site Selection
Taking care of ZephIR
Power Systems
System Configuration Reference
Part D Operation Pages 41 - 43
GSM Communications
Flash Card removal and replacement
Part E User In-Field Maintenance Pages 44 - 51
User Maintenance
Washer system filling and operation
Dessicator replacement
Service Schedule
Spare Parts list
Part F Health and Safety Pages 52 - 58
Health and Safety
Shipping and the ZephIR Battery Pod
IP explanation and Ratings
System Labelling
Part G Troubleshooting Guide and FAQ’s Pages 59 - 65
Green LED panel descriptors
Red LED panel descriptors
Basic fault finding
SMS Messages
Contact details
ZephIR user manual QP1009-582 v2
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Part A Shipping
Packing List - Battery Pod
Shipping Check List - Battery Pod
Packing List - Electronics Pod
Shipping Check List - Electronics Pod
Packing List - Optics Pod
Shipping Check List - Optics Pod
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Packing list - battery pod
ITEM QUANTITY DIMENSIONS (mm) WEIGHT
1. Battery Pod 1 550 dia. x 290 length 76kg
2. Tripod Foot 3 70 dia. x 200 length 1kg ea.
3. Met Mast 1 150 dia. x 300 length 2kg
1
2
2
2
3
Transit case Transit Case Lid
Case dimensions and weights;
Length : 728 mm
Depth : 728 mm
Height : 422 mm
Weight unloaded : 28 kg
Weight loaded : 109 kg
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Shipping check list - battery pod
Customer name:
Checked in by:
Date in:
Battery pod box : Checked In Missing In Checked Out Missing Out
Base         
Tapedbatteryleads       
BatteryLinkcable       
Batteries(inposition)        
Batteryclamp         
Checklabels         
Screwsinbatteryterminals       
Clampknobs         
Lidonbasesecuredwithscrews      
Metmastandcablesinlidofbox      
Additional Comments:
Checked Out By:
Date Out:
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Packing list - electronics pod
ITEM QUANTITY DIMENSIONS (mm) WEIGHT
1. Electronics Pod 1 450 dia. x 390 length 31kg
2. Electronics Pod Louvres 1 100 x 200 x 390 1kg
3. Power Supply 1 300 x 120 x 200 5kg
4. System Cabling
Pin-Head bolts
Spare Pin-Head bolts
12+ - 0.5kg
5. Met Station 1 - 1kg
1
5
4
3
2
Transit case
Case dimensions and weights;
Length : 728 mm
Depth : 728 mm
Height : 504 mm
Weight unloaded : 28.5 kg
Weight loaded : 67 kg
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Shipping check list - electronics pod
Customer name:
Checked in by:
Date in:
Electronics pod box : Checked In Missing In Checked Out Missing Out
Electronicspodandfrontpanel      
Louvre      
Checkalldustcaps         
Checkcompactflashcardinserted     
ChecknoSIMcardinmodem      
Checklabeloninsideoffrontpanel     
Powersupply&legs       
Powersupplymatingconnector        
Washerpumpassembly        
Waterpipefromcaptonon-returnvalve     
Screws5offM8x35(Optics-Electronics)    
Screws10offM8x30(Electronics-Battery)    
Sparescrews        
ToolwithM8bit       
Spiritlevel        
Anti-tamperM8Allenkey      
Manual        
Metstation         
Cable Set: Checked In Missing In Checked Out Missing Out
E-1      
E-2     
E-3      
E-4      
E-5      
E-6      
E-7      
E-8      
E-9(TNC)      
E10      
Aux/UserlogCable      
Additional Comments:
SIM Card Number:
Checked Out By:
Date Out:
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Packing list - optics pod
ITEM QUANTITY DIMENSIONS (mm) WEIGHT
1. Optics Pod 1 345 dia. x 690 length 38.9kg
2. Tripod Mount 3 150 x 250 x 100 3.6kg
3. Tripod Leg 3 80 dia. x 600 length 2.5kg
2
2
2
1
1
3
3
3
Transit case Transit Case Lid
Case dimensions and weights;
Length : 728 mm
Depth : 728 mm
Height : 557 mm
Weight unloaded : 27 kg
Weight loaded : 72 kg
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Shipping check list - optics pod
Customer name:
Checked in by:
Date in:
Optics pod box : Checked In Missing In Checked Out Missing Out
3xlegcastings        
Legcastingscrews(12offM8x30)      
3xlegassemblies         
Opticspod(withlouvreattached)       
Checklabels          
WaterBottle          
WaterPipe&non-returnvalve        
3xrubberfeet         
Additional Comments:
SIM Card Number:
Checked Out By:
Date Out:
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Part B Set-up and Installation
Quick-start assembly guide
Battery Pod and Tripod Configuration
Electronics Pod Configuration
Optics Pod Configuration
Met Station and Met Mast Configuration
System Interconnections
System Power-up and Site Configuration
Software Installation
Configuration
GPRS Basics
Data Download
Wind Data Playback
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Quick Start Assembly Guide
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Battery Pod and Tripod
Configuration
ZephIR comprises three core elements, the Optics Pod, the
Electronics Pod and the Battery Pod. Each pod is transported
separately and is integrated on site.
WARNING: The unit is very heavy and care must be taken
when moving, installing and dismantling.
Configuration of the battery pod and the system tripod is
a critical component of the ZephIR system setup. Ensure
that when there is more than one ‘PinHead’ allen screw the
screws are loosened / tightened sequentially in stages.
1. Selecting the specific location
To achieve optimum system performance, the system must
be aligned in a vertical orientation and configured in a
nominal north direction. ZephIR is mounted on three tripod
legs which occupy a nominal surface area of 1m diameter.
The system should be located on a piece of ground with
no obstacles (trees, buildings) in close proximity. Ensure
that ZephIR is deployed on semi-firm ground. Use ‘spreader
plates’ on each foot if required.
2. Tripod feet configuration
The integrated Tripod arrangement supplied with ZephIR
includes a load spreading foot, suitable for semi-firm
ground.
Prior to the attachment of the Tripod legs, the feet should be
secured. To do this, the user must undo the ‘PinHead’ allen
screw located on the base of the Tripod leg and insert the
foot oriented with the foot orientated to touch the ground..
The ‘PinHead’ allen screw can then be re-tightened.
3. Removing the batteries
Backup batteries included with ZephIR contribute to 44kg of
weight in the system. Prior to movement of the battery Pod,
it is recommended that the batteries are removed and re-
inserted as part of the configuration process. Disconnecting
the batteries in this way also ensures that the batteries are
not discharged when not in use for a large period of time.
4. Ground Anchor
ZephIR includes a ground anchoring point at the base of
the Battery Pod.
Depending on the specifics of the site location, a ground
anchor should be inserted into the ground with an
appropriate attachment which can be secured to the base
of the Battery Pod.
5. Battery Pod alignment
On final selection of the site, it is important that the
Battery Pod is located such that the system points in a
north direction. Accurate north alignment is achieved using
a compass.
The battery pod includes a directional arrow to aid alignment
and this should point north.
6. Tripod bracket / leg attachment
Each bracket requires attachment to the Battery Pod, each
leg hooks onto the pod as shown below and is secured
using the ‘PinHead’ allen screws provided.
Each Tripod leg requires insertion into the bracket as shown
below;
7. Levelling the Battery Pod
Once system legs are attached, the Tripod legs can be
utilised to level the Battery Pod. Each leg has several
‘PinHead’ allen screws and a hand screw. For ease of
adjustment, the ‘PinHead’ allen screws and the hand screw
should be released to allow the leg to be adjusted. Once
levelled, usingthe supplied spirit level, on all three legs, all
the ‘PinHead’ allen screws and hand screw on each leg can
be tightened to ensure that the equipment does not move
over time.
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8. Inserting the batteries
Each battery has a unique location within the Pod to ensure
that they are connected to the system power supplies in
the correct configuration. Each battery terminal uses a allen
screw to attach the terminal to the wire, these should be
hand tight.
Batteries are configured in pairs and it is essential that both
pairs are inserted prior to system power-up.
9. Once all the batteries are in place the battery clamp
is placed on top of the batteries and is held in place with 4
hand knobs. The clamp needs to be tightened down until
the batteries are secure.
10. Once the batteries are all connected then the lid
assembly can be connected to the 2 XLR connectors and
then screwed into place using 12 M8x30 ‘Pinhead’ Allen
screws.
Note : Care must be taken when fitting the lid to ensure the
two cables are not trapped between the pod lid and the
metal structure inside the pod.
11. System Interconnections
The Battery Pod is connected to the Electronics Pod via four
system interconnections providing power supplies, system
control and washer fluid.
System interconnection is not required at this stage of the
system configuration and is dealt with under the ‘System
Interconnections’ section of this manual.
12. Battery Pod Configuration complete
On completion of the Battery Pod Configuration, the system
build should be complete as shown in the figure below:
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Electronics Pod
Configuration
Configuration of the electronics pod should not be
undertaken until the battery pod and tripod configuration
has been completed.
1. Alignment of the Electronics Pod
ZephIR battery pod includes a location ‘dimple’ for the
electronics pod at the central point. In addition to this
central location point. Finally, there is a location arrow on
the side of the electronics pod which aligns with a similar
reference on the battery pod.
Once the electronics pod is placed in the correct orientation,
the unit is secured using six ‘PinHead’ allen screws located
around the circumference of the unit.
Note : The louvre on the rear of the pod is not fitted at this
point.
2. System connections
The Electronics Pod is the central hub for all system
interconnections; power supplies are fed from the battery
pod to the electronics pod and re-distributed from this
point. All other system and data interconnections are also
managed through this hub.
System interconnection is not required at this stage of the
system configuration and is dealt with under the ‘System
Interconnections’ section of this manual.
3. Customer Interface panel
In addition to the system interconnections, the customer
interface panel provides additional connection points for
the system ethernet, auxiliary data input and system test
points for service and maintenance use.
4. Electronics Pod Configuration complete
On completion of the electronics Pod Configuration, the
system build should be complete as shown in the figure
on the right;
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Optics Pod Configuration
Configuration of the optics pod should not be undertaken
untiltheelectronicspod,batterypodandtripodconfiguration
has been completed.
1. Alignment of the Optics Pod
ZephIR electronics pod includes a location ‘dimple’ for the
optics pod at the central point. In addition to this central
location point, an additional reference mark to ensure the
correct orientation of the module is included.
Once the optics pod is placed in the correct orientation,
the unit is secured using six ‘PinHead’ allen screws located
around the circumference of the unit.
2. System connections
The Optics Pod is connected to the Electronics Pod via six
system interconnections providing power supplies, focus
control and monitoring, control system signals and system
data.
System interconnection is not required at this stage of the
system configuration and is dealt with under the ‘System
Interconnections’ section of this manual.
3. Optics Pod Configuration complete
On completion of the Optics Pod Configuration, the system
build should be complete as shown in the figure on the
right;
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Met Station and Met
Mast Configuration
Configuration of the Met Station and Mast should not be
undertaken until the optics pod, electronics pod, battery
pod and tripod configuration has been completed.
1. Alignment of the Met Mast
Prior to the attachment of the met station, the telescopic
met mast should be inserted through the location points on
the optics pod mounting plate.
The Met Mast includes a key to ensure that the assembly
is not misaligned. To secure the Met Mast in position, two
‘PinHead’ allen screws on the lower mast clamp should be
tightened first, followed by two ‘PinHead’ allen screws on
the optics pod mounting plate.
2. Alignment of the Met Station
Prior to alignment of the Met Station, the cable assembly
(QP0000-649) should be connected to the met station and
tightened.
On completion of the Met Mast alignment, the Met Station
is inserted onto the Mast Head, feeding the Met Station
cable assembly through the Mast Head.
The Met Station also includes an alignment key to ensure
that the assembly is not misaligned
Once located, the two ‘PinHead’ allen screws on the Met
Station assembly can be tightened.
3. Met Mast Extension
Finally, the Met Mast can be extended to its full height,. This
is achieved by releasing the two ‘PinHead’ allen screws on
the upper mast clamp and extending the mast to full height
prior to re-tightening the allen screws.
4. Met Mast Configuration complete
On completion of the Met Mast Configuration, the system
build should be complete as shown in the figure below;
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System Interconnections
Configuration of the System Interconnections and the
Louvre installation should not be undertaken until the met
mast, met station, optics pod, electronics pod, battery pod
and tripod configuration has been completed.
System Interconnections Overview
The Electronics Pod is the central hub for all system
interconnections; power supplies are fed from the battery
pod to the electronics pod and re-distributed from this
point. All other system and data interconnections are also
managed through this hub.
The following sections detail the specific cable
interconnections to the electronics pod and the relevant
interconnecting system components.
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1. E1 to O1 Focus Encoder
(QP0000-601) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the optics pod for focus encoder
signals.
2. E2 to O2 System Control (1)
(QP0000-603) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the optics pod for the primary system
control.
3. E3 to O3 System Control (2)
(QP0000-604) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the optics pod for the secondary
system control.
4. E8 to O8 Optics Power
(QP0000-611) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the optics pod for the optics pod
power supplies.
5. E7 to O7 Focus Motor
(QP0000-602) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the optics pod for the focus motor
drive power.
6. E9 to O9 Detector Signal
(QP0000-947) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the optics pod for the detector signal
acquisition.
7. E5 Fans
(QP0000-617) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod the fans situated on both the optics pod
and the electronics pod.
8. E6 to GSM / GPS
(QP0000-617) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the GSM / GPS aerial situated on the
top of the Met Mast. The relevant cable can be found at the
base of the met mast.
9. E12 to Met Station
(QP0000-649) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the Met Station situated on the top of
the Met Mast. The relevant cable can be found at the base
of the met mast.
10. E10 to B10 Wash
(QP0000-606) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the battery pod for the wash system
monitoring.
11. E11 to Spare
This port is used for upgrading the ZephIR firmware.
12. E4 to B4 System Power
(QP0000-607) provides interconnection between the
electronics pod and the battery pod for the supply of system
power from the d.c. regulators and batteries contained in
the system.
13. Primary Power Input
Primary Power supply into the system is provided from a
110/240 to 24-28 d.c. power supply.

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