Maximum Wireless Merlin, Mystic & Rainwatch (pre-2006) User Manual

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D. Wind Transmitter

Once fully charged, remove the NiCad batteries from the battery charger, and
install them into the Wind transmitter.

The red LED on the Receiver box should blink every 2 seconds.

Bring the mast to the desired installation location (rooftop).

The red LED on the Receiver box should continue to blink every 2 seconds.

Mount the mast to your mounting bracket (not supplied).

Choose a location with at least 8’ of vertical clearance above objects on the
roof.

The LED on the receiver should continue to blink every 2 seconds. If the signal
is lost (LED does not blink), try an alternate mounting location or alternate
receiver location.

Move the test jumper back to the normal position.

Remove one battery, wait a few seconds and, then re-install the battery. This
will resta rt the unit in normal mode.

Align the wind direction Z-mast arm so it is pointing to the EAST and the Solar
Panel is facing SOUTH and angled 22.5° above the horizon. Then secure the
mast per the instructions supplied with your mounting bracket.

V. Display Installation

When deciding upon a location your weather instrument display, be aware of
possible interference from cordless phones, computer monitors, and other
household appliances.

To lessen the chance of interference, mount the wireless Receiver a t least 12’
away from such appliances.

For best reception, avoid installation near large metallic surfaces.

VI. Receiver Installation

Re-install the batteries in the rain and temperature transmitters.

Cut a hole in the wall large enough for the Receiver to pass through.

Place the Receiver inside the wall, either above or below the instruments.

Anchor the instruments or wood panel to the wall using wood screws.

Check all functions to ensure that instruments are displaying data.

If you are having difficulty receiving transmissions, it may be necessary to
move either the Receiver or the Transmitter for an individual sensor.

It is possible to connect the receiver up to 50’ away from the display. This may
help you locate the best signal reception.