Introduction to the automatic weather station, 1 features, 2 applications – Casella CEL Automatic weather station User Manual
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1.
INTRODUCTION TO THE AUTOMATIC
WEATHER STATION
The Casella CEL Automatic Weather Station is designed to satisfy a wide range
of professional meteorological monitoring applications.
It is of a flexible design, permitting many different communication,
sensor, power supply and software options.
1.1
Features
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Rugged construction for long term or permanent deployment
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High quality components
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Latest logging technology records approximately 15 k data sets as
standard
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Compact Flash Expansion Slot for prolonged monitoring applications
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Optional solar-panel/charger allows extended operation
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Pre-configured 32-bit Online Pro PC software, for real-time and
historic data analysis
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Telemetry options include: RS232, RS485, low power radio, PSTN
modem, or global access using GSM modem
1.2
Applications
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Environmental consultancy
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Site boundaries
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Landfill sites
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Emergency services
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Military operations
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Conditions at ports and harbours
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Airports gliding clubs
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Agrochemical field trials
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Fruit growing
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Hydrological studies
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Schools & colleges for field studies
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Geotechnical studies
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Golf courses
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Athletics meetings
Introduction
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