User manual VAISALA TSS928 DATASHEET

[. . . ] www. vaisala. com Vaisala Thunderstorm Local Lightning Sensor TSS928TM Vaisala TSS928TM accurately reports the range and direction of cloud-toground lightning and provides cloud lightning counts. Vaisala TSS928TM is a local-area lightning detection sensor that can be integrated with automated surface weather observations. Features/Benefits Meets ASOS requirements for lightning range and bearing Detects and reports range and bearing of cloud-to-ground lightning Detects and counts cloud lightning AC, DC, and DC/AC power options Data format supports direct interface with common communication systems Self-diagnostics features for checking sensor function status Sustained performance in extreme weather conditions Modular design allows easier field service and on-site maintenance Vaisala TSS928TM offers superior performance in local area lightning tracking Lightning-sensitive operations rely on Vaisala TSS928TM sensors to provide critical local lightning information, both for meteorological applications as well as threat data, to facilitate advance warnings, initiate safety procedures, and isolate equipment with full confidence. [. . . ] ALARM, Automated Lightning Alert and Risk Management System software is used to visualize the TSS928TM data. Vaisala TSS928TM detects: · Optical, magnetic, and electrostatic pulses from lightning events with zero false alarms · Cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning within 30 nautical miles (56 km) · Cloud-to-ground lightning classified into three range intervals: 0-5; 5-10; and 10-30 nautical miles (0-9, 9-19, and 19-56 km) · Cloud-to-ground lightning classified into directions: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, and NW Vaisala TSS928TM can be used to integrate lightning reports with automated weather observation programs such as METAR. Technical data Detection Range 30-nautical miles (56 km) radius from sensor location Support Services Vaisala TSS928TM is fully supported by our Customer Support Center, Technical Service Group, and Field Service Engineering Team. Maintain optimal performance by purchasing a service agreement customized to your unique system requirements. Range Resolution 0-5 nautical miles (0-9 km), 5-10 nautical miles (9-19km) and 10-30 nautical miles (19-56km) (range can be set in nautical miles or kilometers). Standard Warranty Vaisala warrants all products manufactured by Vaisala to be free from defects in workmanship or material for one year from the date of delivery. Contact your Vaisala Sales Representative for specific product warranty and service warranty details. Bearing Resolution 1° increments, 0° to 360°, reported by octant Thunderstorm Detection Efficiency 90% within 10 nautical miles with one discharge; 99% with two discharges; 99. 9% with three discharges 12" / 30. 5 cm Electrical Specifications AC Power DC/AC Power DC Power Power Consumption Standards/Approvals: 115VAC±10% to 230VAC±10% 11-32VDC, 115VAC±10% 11-32VDC 100 watts maximum UL, CSA, CE 23" / 58. 5 cm Suggested Communications Metallic or fiber optic links Serial ASCII format RS-232 and RS-422 serial at 9600 bps Output via automatic one-minute preset weather messages, instantaneous broadcast of data as event occurs or sensor can store and be polled by user. 62" / 157. 5 cm Suggested Mounting Configuration Ground mount option Roof mount option with tripod Frame mount for either roof or ground options Height 3. 0 m max height recommended Environmental Conditions Operating/Storage Temperature Range Maximum Wind Load Humidity Tolerance Siting Requirements -50°C to +50°C (with heater) 0­120 knots, 222 km/h 0% to 100% Flexible installation requirements. Questions should be referred to your distributor or your Vaisala sales representative. For more information, visit www. vaisala. com or contact us at sales@vaisala. com Vaisala TSS928TM Thunderstorm Sensor Ref. B210326EN-E ©Vaisala 2009 This material is subject to copyright protection, with all copyrights retained by Vaisala and its individual partners. Any logos and/or product names are trademarks of Vaisala or its individual partners. [. . . ] All specifications -- technical included -- are subject to change without notice. [. . . ]