DAVIS Vantage Vue Wireless Console Manual - Manual (Page 7)

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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.