NAVIS WS 010-1 User manual

WIRELESS WIND SPEED / DIRECTION SENSOR
MANUAL
Models:
WS 010-1 (wind speed sensor, standard range)
WS 011-1 (wind speed sensor, extended range)
WSD 010-1 (wind speed/direction sensor, standard range)
WSD 011-1 (wind speed/direction sensor, extended range)
PREFACE
Thank you for buying Navis anemometer sensor. This manual provides information for the best performance and safe application of the
WS and WSD wind sensors. This manual does not cover the receiver/display unit, for which the manuals will come separately.
Read this manual carefully before starting the installation of the sensors. Keep this manual after installation for future reference.
Sensors are compatible with all actual NAVIS 868MHz display/receiver units: W410, W301, WL11, WL12, WR3B, W110, …
PRODUCT LAYOUT (exploded view)
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Figure 1. WS sensor
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Figure 2. WSD sensor
1. Wind cups
2. Wind speed head with bearings
3. PCB - Electronic driving circuitry
4. Battery
5. Sensor main body
6. Aluminum bottom plug
7. Wind direction head with bearings
8. Wind vane
ASSEMBLY
The sensor is supplied with a battery inserted and is ready for installation.
Before installation insert the cups on sensor. Place the cups on axe and
press the center part with moderate force to end position. To remove
the cups, grab them in the center part and pull from the 1.
axle with moderate force.
WSD sensor - attaching the aluminum rod holder (Figure 3.): 2.
1. Insert the aluminum holder into opening on sensor (step 1).
2. Insert (step 2) the screw into the assembly hole.
Check and adjust vertical alignment between sensor body 4. 3.
and aluminium tube (step 3).
3. Tighten (step 4) the screw into the assembly hole. Figure 3. WSD sensor assembly
INSTALLATION
WS and WSD sensors to be mounted on 20 mm diameter vertical pool
as shown on Figure 4.
1. 2. 3.
At WSD sensor turn the N mark to Nord.
Calibrating of North is possible also after installation, on display unit.
Mount sensor to highest possible position with unobstructed air flow.
Use self-leveling mounting assembly (optional) if vertical sensor position
can’t be ensured with vertical holder (for example at mobile cranes).
For maximum range there should be a clear and unobstructed line of sight
between the sensor and antenna of display/receiver unit. Figure 4. Sensor installation on vertical pool

OPERATION
Sensor switches “ON” automatically when the anemometer cups revolve. Wind speed or direction data are continuously measured and
fresh data are transmitted every 2 seconds.
Auto OFF function: In no wind condition the sensor switches “OFF” 6 hours after the anemometer cups have stopped rotating.
Auto OFF can be disabled by the user.
Refer to the display/receiver unit manual for instructions on how to connect the sensor and the display unit.
FUNCTIONS
Setting of “Auto Off” function:
“Auto OFF” function is enabled by default - the sensor switches OFF 6 hours after the anemometer cups stop revolving.
During sleep mode sensor does not transmit data and battery consumption is close to 0. Cups rotation will switch the anemometer ON
automatically.
If you wish that anemometer never switches off, for example for temperature monitoring without interruption, you can disable this
function. If “Auto OFF”function is disabled, the sensor will transmits the data continuously, regardless of wind condition. Battery
consumption can be slightly higher in this case.
Please note: If “Auto OFF” function is disabled, remove the battery when shipping or storing the sensor.
SETTING PROCEDURE:
Unscrew the aluminum bottom plug (or WS head on WSD sensor) and carefully pull out the PCB from the casing.
Remove the battery for minimum 1 minute.
Insert back the battery. Within 2 seconds from inserting the battery, place the magnet (not included) on the edge of top of PCB
(Figure 5.). After 2 seconds the LED will start blinking. Remove the magnet after first blink to enable “auto off”or after second blink to
disable “auto off”. Settings are stored in permanent memory.
Place the magnet Place the magnet
(at WSD sensor) (at WS sensor)
LED blinks
Figure 5.Setting of “Auto Off” function
Checking the selected AUTO OFF status:
Remove the battery for minimum 1 minute. Two seconds after inserting the battery, the LED will blink once or twice. One blink indicates
that “Auto OFF” is enabled and two blinks indicate that “Auto OFF”is disabled. Ignore the shorter blinks that follow later.
Sensor address:
The sensor address is indicated on the label attached to the sensor, on sensor’s PCB and on the sensor packaging.
The receiver/display unit should be SET to this sensor address to receive the data from the particular sensor. Please follow the
connection instructions from the selected receiver/display unit manuals.
Operating with multiple display units:
Unlimited number of various types of compatible receiver/display units can read the data simultaneously from a single sensor, whereby
all receiver/display units must be inside the sensor range with properly set selected sensor address.
Range:
The connection between the sensor and the receiving unit works on free 868 MHz band. The operating range is up to 500 meters
(1300 meters at extended range models), assuming the sensor to be mounted at a height of 10 m and that there are no obstacles
between the sensor and the display unit. The range inside buildings is considerably shorter as the signal can be normally received
through two to three walls. The range also depends on the type of receiver/display unit.
STORAGE
When not in use, it is recommended the cups to be removed, both, the cups and the sensor body to be placed into the original
packaging.
Never store the sensor in a lying position with cups mounted. The cups will become deformed.
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning:
Cleaning can be done with a soft tissue or a cloth soaked in mild detergent. Never use aggressive solvents such as acetone. Make
sure to use a proper force when cleaning the cups in order not to deform the cup arms.
Wind vane replacement:
Unscrew the screw on the top of the vane holder by turning it anticlockwise. Pull out the old vane. New vane place into a correct
position and fix it with screw.

Battery replacement:
WS sensor
Unscrew the aluminum bottom part by turning it
anticlockwise (step 1). Pull out the PCB with the
battery (step 2) and insert a new battery (1x 3,6V
AA Lithium battery). Return the PCB with the
battery and screw the bottom part back.
WSD sensor
Take off the cups (step 1). Unscrew the upper head with bearings by turning
it anticlockwise (step 2). Pull out the PCB with the battery (step 3) and insert
a new battery (1x 3,6V AA Lithium battery). Return the PCB with the battery
into the casing (be careful about proper position and orientation of PCB).
Screw the upper head back to its original position and attach back the cups.
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Figure 6. WS sensor battery replacement Figure 7. WSD sensor battery replacement
Bearings replacement:
If cups or wind vane not turns at low wind speeds, it is time to replace the head with bearings.
PROCEDURE FOR WIND SPEED HEAD WITH BEARINGS (Figure 8):
Remove the cups by pulling them off the axis (step 1). Unscrew the head with bearings by turning it anticlockwise (step 2). Mount back
the replacement head and reattach the cups.
PROCEDURE FOR WIND DIRECTION HEAD WITH BEARINGS (Figure 9):
Unscrew the screw on the top of the vane holder by turning it anticlockwise and pull out the wind vane (step 1). Unscrew the head with
bearings by turning it anticlockwise (step 2). Mount back the replacement head and reattach the wind vane.
Warning: Please make sure the washer to be greased for proper sealing!
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Figure 8. Cups bearings replacement
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Figure 9. Wind vane bearings replacement
(wind speed/direction sensor)
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
Action
The receiver/display unit cannot read
the sensor
- check if correct sensor address is set in display unit
- check if the sensor is not in sleep mode (turn the cups to wake up the sensor)
- check the sensor battery –replace the battery if needed
- check the operation at a reduced distance to the display/receiver
Interrupting and weak sensor signal
- check for obstructions between sensor and display/receiver unit,
- place the sensor or display/receiver on a different position with better signal reception
- reduce distance to the display/receiver
- change or add an antenna at display/receiver unit
Cups do not turn at low wind speeds
- take off the cups and check bearings
- replace the head with bearings if necessary

TECHNICAL DATA
Wind speed measurement range: 0,6 - 50 m/s
Temperature measurement range: -30 0 C ... +55 0 C
Data transmission rate: every 2 seconds
Wind speed measurement resolution: 0,1 m/s
Temperature measurement resolution: 0,5 0 C
Accuracy wind speed: +/- 2,5 %
Accuracy temperature: +/- 1 0 C
Operating Frequency: 868 MHz
Output power WS 010-1; WSD 010-1: +10 dB (10 mW)
WS 011-1; WSD 011-1: +15 dB (32 mW)
Temperature operating range: -30oC …+55 oC
Battery (included): 1x 3,6V AA Lithium battery
Battery life time: up to 4 years (WS 010-1); up to 3 years (WS 011-1)
Bearings (replaceable): 2 x precision stainless steel Ball bearing
Material - cups (replaceable): PA (Polyamide)
Dimensions (WS sensor): height 210 mm,
overall diameter cup to cup 120 mm
Mounting: sensors to be mounted on a vertical pipe
with 20 mm diameter
ADDITIONALLY FOR WSD SENSOR
Wind direction measurement range: 0 - 3600, no blank sector, contactless magnetic measuring principle
Wind direction resolution: 1 0
Accuracy wind direction: +/- 2,5 0
Dimensions (without holder): height 240 mm,
overall vane diameter 220 mm
Battery life time: up to 3 years (WSD 010-1); up to 2 years (WSD 011-1)
Bearings (replaceable): 2 x precision stainless steel Ball bearings
OPTIONS
- Individual wind tunnel tested sensors with calibration report
- full ceramic or hybrid ball bearings
- Ex version - Atex certified versions for potentially explosive environments
SENSOR MOUNTING ACCESSORIES (optional)
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
WARRANTY (LIMITED)
The warranty period of NAVIS products is one year after the date of purchase. During limited warranty period any defective
product will be repaired or replaced with comparable product without charges. The claimed product will be repaired or replaced
only when returned to the store where it was purchased together with original invoice. Failure to follow these instructions may
invalidate the warranty. The limited warranty does not cover battery and damages of any kind including physical damages caused
accidentally or misuse of the product. NAVIS does not accept responsibility for any problems which may arise from applications
other than the product was designed for. Any liability for direct or indirect damage caused by product failure is excluded.
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NAVIS elektronika d.o.o., Poljska cesta 11, SI-1241 Kamnik, [email protected]
1. Magnetic mounting assembly (for WS sensor)
2. Self-leveling mounting assembly (for WS sensor)
3. Magnetic self-leveling mounting assembly (for WS sensor)
4. Magnetic mounting assembly (for WSD sensor)
5. Self-leveling mounting assembly (for WSD sensor)
6. Magnetic self-leveling mounting assembly (for WSD sensor)
1. Spare anemometer cups
2. Spare wind vane
3. WS sensor head with bearings (for WS and WSD sensor)
4. WD sensor head with bearings (for WSD sensor)
5. WS sensor PCB
6. WS sensor PCB, extended range
7. WSD sensor PCB
8. WSD sensor PCB, extended range
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