Prerequisites
A few prerequisites must be followed:
The temperature and humidity sensors, protected by the slatted cover, are placed depending on the location where you want to record the data (e.g. near the ground, among foliage, or as near as possible to the shoots).
The electronic box with the antenna must be positioned as high up as possible. It is important to place this box outside the trees’ foliage, and at a height that will ensure good reception.
Following these specifications will let you collect data that reflects as closely as possible the true conditions on your plots. In order to optimize data collection, it is also sensible to choose a place that is representative of your land.
If there are numerous weather stations distributed around your farm, you could alternatively choose a place where the meteorological conditions are ‘extreme’ in order to anticipate interventions that would be needed in the rest of your plots.
Process
🚨 If you also plan to install a rain gauge, please follow this tutorial:
How do I install my Sencrop 4G station?
Prepare a PH2 screwdriver and take the screws out of the bag and install the station in the field.
Screw the solar panel and the box onto the plate.
Mount the plate onto the pole with a cable tie.
Make sure to place the solar panel facing south and the box facing north.
Place the weather shelter onto its mount using two cable ties.
Connect the weather shelter using the X-lock connectors, and make sure the locking ring is properly tightened.
Press the power button to turn on the station.
A green LED will light up, indicating that the station is active.
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