WindMaster and WindMaster Pro
1561-PS-0001.
Issue 11 February 2017
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11.5
Returning units
If the unit has to be returned, it should be carefully packed in the original packaging and returned to your authorised
Gill distributor, with a full description of the fault condition.
12 TESTS
12.1
Bench test
1.
Couple the WindMaster to the host system and power supply, using a known working test cable.
2.
Check that the unit is correctly configured (
see Section 10
).
3.
Check for normal output data, and that the Status Code is OK – 00.
4.
If the status code is other than 00 or 0A, refer to Section 11.5 Status (error) codes.
5.
Use an office fan or similar to check that the unit is sensing wind, turning the unit to simulate changing wind
direction and to check that all three axes are functioning.
6.
Note that this a quick functional test. There are no calibration adjustments.
See 12.3.
Note: Refer to Dx – diagnostic and configuration information for further self-tests
12.2
Head Alignment Test
A test is available that allows a Transducer Path Alignment test (D6) to be undertaken and that factors in room
temperature.
NOTE 1: The maximum room test temperature is +22 deg C (m14 degrees C).
NOTE 2: The test should be performed in a zero wind environment or as near as possible.
Setting up a WindMaster with HyperTerminal or equivalent Terminal Program.
Connect WindMaster (set/wired for RS232 or RS422/232/USB convertor in line) to the PC. Then open HyperTerminal
as follows:-
Select a name for the connection e.g. Test. Click on OK.
