TurfWeather Weather StationWireless TurfWeather weather station systems utilize industrialgrade spread spectrum radios. Update rates for wireless systemsshould not be set below 10 seconds for extended periods due topower budget limitations. Externally powered systems that donot use solar panels for battery recharge have no updatelimitations.APPLICATION NOTESTurfWeather weather station wireless systems located above 40degrees North/South Latitude should set the update interval for60 seconds, or greater, during periods of limited solar incidence.Monitor battery voltage to determine power drain in yourapplication, and do not allow the battery voltage to drop below12 volts. Adjust the update interval as needed to prevent batterydischarge and communication failure.2.4 Installation ProceduresMany installation configurations for the weather station are possible. Thisdocument describes standard installation configurations. For questions aboutinstallation configurations not described in this document, contact your localdistributor.2.4.1 Tripod Installation Procedures2.4.1.1 Procedure 1a: 16776 Tripod Preparation for Installation1. Attach tripod feet to the legs of the tripod using the bolts and self-lockingnuts provided (see Figure 2-3 below).FIGURE 2-3. The 16776 Tripod Kit includes the nut and bolt (left) usedto attach each foot to the tripod.20
