14 PC ConnectionIn addition to the LCD monitor, the WS-3610 has the abilityto transfer all collected time and weather data to a PC via aCom port connection. The supplied PC software providescomplete sets of history data, data graphing, and webpageupdate capabilities.14.1 Data StorageFor a comprehensive weather history, the Base Station allowsthe internal storage of up to 1750 complete sets of weather datawith the recorded time and date. These data sets are stored innon-volatile ring buffer memory (EEPROM) and will not be losteven in case of an interruption of power supply (e. g. change ofbatteries).In the case that the memory capacity of the Base Station isexhausted, the oldest data sets stored will be overwritten by thenew ones recorded.14.2 Data RecallThe weather data stored can only be output, processed anddisplayed on a PC. The user selectable storage interval of 1minute to 12 hours for data sets can also only be performed on aPC.14.3 Connections and SoftwareAn included COM port cable provides the means to connect theBase Station to the PC. The “Heavy Weather Pro 3610” softwarepackage (also included) must be installed on the PC.This software allows the display of all present weather data withgraphic symbols. It further allows the display, storage andprinting of history data sets, whose volume exceeds themaximum 1750 data sets of the Base Station, and is only limitedby the capacity of the PC’s main memory.23