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Vantage Vue Console Manual

Document Part Number: 07395.261 Rev. D, June 1, 2011

For Vantage Vue Consoles #6351

And Vantage Vue Weather Stations #6250, 6357

Vantage Vue® and Vantage Pro2

™

are trademarks of Davis Instruments Corp., Hayward, CA.

System is ISO 9001 certified.

Information in this document subject to change without notice.

3465 Diablo Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545-2778 U.S.A.

510-732-9229 • Fax: 510-732-9188

E-mail: info@davisnet.com • www.davisnet.com

FCC Part 15 Class B Registration Warning

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-

ence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,

if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-

cations.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment

does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modification not expressly approved in writing by Davis Instruments may void the warranty and

void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

FCC ID: IR2DWW6351

IC: 3788A-6351

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This product complies with the essential protection requirements of the EC EMC Directive 2004/108/EC; Low Voltage Directive

2006/95/EC; and Eco-Design Directive 2005/32/EC >0.5 watt no-load adaptor.

RoHS Compliant

Table of Contents

Welcome to Vantage Vue ................................................................................................1

Console Features: Keyboard & Display ..................................................................... 1

In This Manual ........................................................................................................... 2

Vantage Vue System Installation Steps ...................................................................... 2

Installing the Console .....................................................................................................3

Powering the Console ................................................................................................3

Installing Batteries ..................................................................................................... 3

Installing the AC Power Adapter (Optional) ............................................................. 4

Console Location .......................................................................................................4

Table & Shelf Placement ........................................................................................... 5

Wall Mounting ........................................................................................................... 5

Using Your Weather Station ...........................................................................................6

Console Modes ...........................................................................................................6

Setup Mode ................................................................................................................ 6

Setup Mode Commands ............................................................................................. 6

Screen 1: Time & Date ............................................................................................... 7

Screen 2: Time Zone .................................................................................................. 7

Screen 3: Daylight Saving Settings ............................................................................8

Screen 4: Daylight Saving Status ............................................................................... 8

Screen 5: Active Transmitters .................................................................................... 8

Screen 6: Configuring Transmitter IDs ......................................................................9

Screen 7: Retransmit ................................................................................................10

Screens 8 and 9: Latitude and Longitude ................................................................. 10

Screen 10: Elevation ................................................................................................ 11

Screen 11: Barometric Reduction Setting ................................................................ 11

Screen 12: Wind Cup Type (Optional) .................................................................... 12

Screen 13: Rain Collector ........................................................................................ 12

Screen 14: Rain Season ............................................................................................ 13

Screens 15 and 16: Cooling and Heating Degree Day Base .................................... 13

Screens 17 and 18: Commentary and Key Beep ...................................................... 14

Screen 19: Baud Rate (Optional) ............................................................................. 14

Exiting Setup Mode .................................................................................................15

Clear All Command ................................................................................................. 15

Current Weather Mode ............................................................................................. 15

Current Weather Mode Commands ......................................................................... 16

Displaying Weather Variables ................................................................................. 16

Time & Date, Sunrise & Sunset Time, Moon Phase, Forecast Icons ...................... 17

Wind Speed and Direction .......................................................................................17

Inside and Outside Temperature .............................................................................. 18

Humidity .................................................................................................................. 20

Barometric Pressure .................................................................................................20

Pressure Trend .......................................................................................................... 22

Wind Chill ................................................................................................................ 22

Dew Point ................................................................................................................. 22

Heat Index ................................................................................................................ 23

Rain .......................................................................................................................... 23

Evapotranspiration (ET) (Optional) ......................................................................... 25

Weather Center ........................................................................................................ 25

Light ......................................................................................................................... 26

Selecting Units of Measure...................................................................................... 26

Calibrating, Setting, and Clearing Variables ........................................................... 27

Calibrating Temperature and Humidity ................................................................... 27

Calibrating Wind Direction Reading ....................................................................... 27

Calibrating Barometric Pressure.............................................................................. 28

Calibrating Rain ....................................................................................................... 28

Setting Weather Variables ....................................................................................... 28

Clearing Weather Variables Accumulations & Calibrations ................................... 29

Clear All Command ................................................................................................. 29

Highs and Lows Mode ............................................................................................. 30

Viewing Highs and Lows ......................................................................................... 30

Alarm Mode ............................................................................................................. 31

Special Alarms ......................................................................................................... 32

Setting Alarms ......................................................................................................... 32

Setting the Time Alarm............................................................................................ 33

Clearing Alarm Settings........................................................................................... 33

Silencing Alarms ...................................................................................................... 33

Changing Alarm Sound............................................................................................. 33

Graph Mode ............................................................................................................. 33

Viewing Graphs ....................................................................................................... 34

Troubleshooting and Maintenance ................................................................................36

Vantage Vue Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................................... 36

Troubleshooting Reception Problems...................................................................... 37

Check Console Reception ........................................................................................ 38

Console Diagnostic Mode ........................................................................................ 38

Diagnostic Screen Commands ................................................................................. 38

Screen 1: Statistical Diagnostic Screen .................................................................... 39

Screen 2: Reception Diagnostic Screen ................................................................... 40

Console Maintenance ............................................................................................... 41

Changing Batteries ................................................................................................... 41

Console Firmware Versions ..................................................................................... 41

One Year Limited Warranty .................................................................................... 41

Contacting Davis Technical Support ....................................................................... 41

Appendix A: Weather Data ...........................................................................................42

Appendix B: Specifications ..........................................................................................47

Appendix C: Wireless Repeater Configuration ............................................................51

Chapter 1

Welcome to Vantage Vue

The console of your new Vantage Vue wireless weather station displays and records your

station’s weather data, provides graph and alarm functions, and interfaces to a computer using

our optional WeatherLink

software.

Your Vantage Vue station also includes an outdoor Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS) that transmits

outside sensor data to the console via a low-power radio. The console displays all the

information coming from the ISS in an easy-to-use format. It can also receive data from a

Davis Vantage Pro2

™

weather station. The Vantage Vue Quick Reference Guide included with

your station provides an easy-to-use reference for most console functions.

Console Features: Keyboard & Display

Use the keyboard to access and scroll through current and historical data for individual

variables, set and clear alarms, enter calibration values, set up and view graphs, and view

detailed weather information available for each variable.

The keyboard consists of 12 command keys and four navigation keys.

A weather variable or console command is printed on each command key. Just

press a key to select the variable or function printed on that key.

Each command key also has a secondary function which is printed above the

first row of keys or below the second row of keys. To select the secondary

function, press and release 2ND and then immediately press the key for that

function.

After pressing 2ND, the icon displays above the moon phase icon on the screen

indicating that all secondary key functions are enabled. Keys resume normal operation after

the icon disappears (about 7-8 seconds).

The + and - navigation keys along with the < and > navigation keys are

used to select command options, adjust values, and to provide additional

functions when used in combination with a command key.

An arrow appears next to the variable selected in the display.

HEAT DEW

CHILL

UNITS

CLEAR

SETALARM SETUP

TEMP

HUM

WIND

RAIN

BAR

LIGHT

GRAPH

HI/LOW

TIME

2ND

DONE

Vantage Vue Keyboard

HEAT

TEMP

2ND

Console Features: Keyboard & Display

In Current Weather Mode, the display shows the time and date, the likely forecast within the

next 12 hours, current moon phase, and weather information for up to 8 different weather

variables at a time. It also displays additional information pertinent to a selected variable in the

Weather Center in the bottom right section of the console screen.

In This Manual

This manual contains all the information you will need to power, setup, and use your console.

It also includes a troubleshooting section for solving some basic console issues.

• See “Installing the Console” on page 3 for information on powering and placing or mount-

ing your Vantage Vue console.

• See “Setup Mode” on page 6 for information on configuring and setting up your console.

• See “Current Weather Mode” on page 15 for information on displaying current weather

information.

• See “Troubleshooting and Maintenance” on page 36 for information on troubleshooting

console issues and routine maintenance.

Vantage Vue System Installation Steps

• Prepare the Integrated Sensor Suite (ISS) for Installation. See your Vantage Vue Integrated

Sensor Suite Installation Manual.

• Install, power and setup the console

• Mount the ISS

WIND

INSIDE OUTSIDE

RAIN RATE

CHILL

in/hr

F F

Time & Date

Sunrise/Sunset

Arrow shows

which variable

is selected

Inside & Outside

Temperature

Inside & Outside

Humidity

Barometric

Pressure & Trend

Rain data & ET*

Wind Chill/Heat

Index/Dew Point

Weather Center

with additional

information

Wind

Compass Rose

Graph of

selected variable

Antenna icon

shows active

transmission

Moon phase,

alarm, &

forecast icons

*ET, optional, available only when used with a Vantage Pro2

Plus or a Vantage Pro2 with Solar Radiation sensor.

Chapter 2

Installing the Console

The Vantage Vue 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 Vue

correctly from the start will help ensure that you enjoy all of its features with a minimum of

time and effort.

Powering the Console

The Vantage Vue console does not require the use of an AC adapter. You may use the included

adapter if you wish, but three C-cell batteries (not included) should power a wireless console

for up to nine months. You can use either of these or both together, with the batteries providing

backup power for the adapter.

Note: The console will display messages if any of your system’s batteries are low.

LOW CONSOLE BATTERIES: Replace the console batteries

LOW BATTERY TRANSMITTER (ID#): Replace the battery in your outdoor Integrated Sensor

Suite (ISS) or any optional transmitting station you may have added.

Installing Batteries

1. Remove the battery cover located on the back of the console by pressing down on the two

latches at the top of the cover.

Installing batteries into the Vantage Vue

2. Insert three C batteries into the battery channels as shown.

3. Place the battery cover back onto the console and click it closed.

4. Check to make sure the console runs through a brief self-test procedure successfully.

On power up, the console displays all the LCD segments and beeps three times (four times

if you have a data logger plugged in). A message displays at the bottom of the console,

followed by the first screen of Setup Mode. Press DONE to skip the message and enter into

Setup Mode. Setup Mode guides you through steps required to configure the station. See

“Setup Mode” on page 6 for more information.

Note: The console does not recharge the batteries. Because of this, and because NiCad batteries do

not power the console as long as alkaline batteries, we do not recommend using NiCad

batteries.

Console Location

Installing the AC Power Adapter (Optional)

1. Find the power jack located on the left side of the

console case.

2. Insert the power adapter plug into the console power

jack, then plug the other end of the adapter into an

appropriate power outlet.

3. Check to make sure the console runs through a brief

self-test procedure successfully. See “Installing

Batteries” on page 3 for information on the self-test

procedure.

Note: When using an AC power adapter, be sure to use the power adapter supplied with your Vantage

Vue console. Your console may be damaged by connecting the wrong power adapter. You must

use AC power when using WeatherLinkIP.

Console Location

Place the console in a location where the keyboard is easily accessible 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 inside temperature

and humidity readings and may damage the unit.

• Avoid placing the console near radiators or heating/air conditioning ducts.

• If you are mounting the console on a wall, choose an interior wall. Avoid exterior walls

that tend to heat up or cool down depending on the weather.

• Avoid positioning a wireless console near large metallic appliances such as refrigerators,

televisions, heaters, or air conditioners.

• The console antenna does not rotate in a complete circle. Avoid forcing the console

antenna when rotating it.

• Be aware of possible interference from cordless phones or other devices. To prevent

interference, maintain a distance of 10 feet (3 meters) between the Vantage Vue console

and a cordless phone (handset and base).

Plugging in the AC adapter

Console Location

Table & Shelf Placement

The console comes with a kickstand so that the

console can be displayed on any flat surface. To install

the kickstand:

1. Locate the two keyholes on the back of the console.

2. Place the two round tabs on the kickstand into the

two keyholes and slide the kickstand up into place.

3. Install the two round rubber feet on the bottom of

the console.

4. Install the two rubber channel feet on the

kickstand.

Wall Mounting

The console mounts to the wall using two keyholes located on the back of the case (the

same two keyholes are used to hold the console kickstand in place) and two #6 x 1'' pan

head self-threading screws included in the hardware kit.

To mount the console on a wall:

1. Use a ruler to mark two mounting

hole positions on the wall 4

inches (125 mm) apart. Use the guide

holes on the kickstand as a template

for the keyhole spacing.

2. Use a drill and a

” or

'' (2.4 or

2.8 mm) drill bit to drill two pilot

holes for the screws.

3. Using a screwdriver, drive the two #6

x 1'' pan head self-threading screws

into the wall. Leave at least

'' (3

mm) between the wall and the heads

of the screws.

4. Guide the two keyholes on the back

of the console over the two screws.

Securing the kickstand

Installing the rubber feet

Mounting the console on a wall

Chapter 3

Using Your Weather Station

The console LCD screen and keyboard provide easy access to your weather information. The

LCD display shows current and past weather conditions as well as a forecast of future

conditions. The keyboard controls console functions for viewing current and historical

weather information, setting and clearing alarms, viewing

and/or changing station settings, setting up and viewing graphs, and more.

Console Modes

The Vantage Vue console operates in five different modes:

Setup Mode

Setup Mode provides access to the station configuration settings that control how the station

operates. Setup Mode consists of a series of screens for selecting console and weather station

configuration options.

Setup Mode Commands

Setup Mode displays when the console is first powered. This mode can be displayed at any

time to change any of the console options.

Use the following commands to enter, exit and navigate Setup Mode:

• Enter Setup Mode by pressing and releasing 2ND and then SETUP.

• Press DONE to move to the next screen in the Setup Mode.

• Press BAR to display the previous screen in the Setup Mode.

Mode Description

Setup

Use Setup Mode to enter the time, date, and other information required to calculate

and display weather data such as latitude, longitude and elevation. See “Setup Mode”

on this page.

Current

Weather

Use Current Weather Mode to see current weather information, change measurement

units, and to set, clear or calibrate weather readings. See “Current Weather Mode” on

page 15.

High/Low

Use High/Low Mode to display the daily, monthly or yearly high and low readings. See

“Highs and Lows Mode” on page 30.

Alarm

Use Alarm Mode to set, clear, and review alarm settings for up to 30 different

variables/settings. See “Alarm Mode” on page 31.

Graph

Use Graph Mode to display your weather data in the graph section of the console for

the current and last 25 time intervals (hours, days, months or even years) in over 50

different graphs. See “Graph Mode” on page 33.

SETUP

2ND

DONE

BAR

Vantage Vue Console Icons

Console icons indicate weather conditions and special functions.

Forecast

Forecast icons show what weather conditions may occur for the next 12 hours.

Moon Phase

Shows the current moon phase. Sequence shown for Northern Hemisphere. The sequence of

the icons is reversed in the Southern Hemisphere.

Alarm Bell

Flashes when an alarm is triggered. Indicates when the console is in Alarm Mode.

Graph

Appears next to the currently selected weather variable. Indicates the graphed variable

on most screens.

Second Function

Appears when you press

2ND

. Indicates that console key secondary functions are

enabled.

Rain

Appears when the ISS is currently detecting rain.

Barometric Pressure Trend

Arrows show direction of pressure change for last three hours.

Contacting Davis Technical Support

If you have any questions or encounter problems installing or operating your

Vantage Vue weather station, contact Davis Technical Support. We’ll be glad to help.

(510) 732-7814 — Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time. We are unable to

accept collect calls.

(510) 670-0589 — Technical Support Fax.

support@davisnet.com — E-mail to Technical Support.

info@davisnet.com — General e-mail.

www.davisnet.com — Davis Instruments web site.

See the Weather Support section of our website for copies of user manuals, product specifica-

tions, application notes, and information on software updates. Watch for FAQs and other

updates.

Mostly Clear Partly Cloudy Mostly Cloudy SnowRain

New

Moon

First

Quarter

Full

Moon

Last

Quarter

New

Moon

Waxing

Crescent

Waning

Crescent

Waxing

Gibbous

Waning

Gibbous

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