This document is a quick reference guide for Vaisala WINDCAP® Ultrasonic Wind Sensor Series WMT700, which introduces the sensor's overview, installation, calibration and other contents
The Quick Reference Guide provides essential information for installing the Vaisala WMT700 wind sensor with the FIX70 mounting kit. It covers unpacking, site selection, mounting options, alignment, power requirements and wiring details.
Key sections include instructions for removing the transportation damper, aligning the sensor northward, selecting a representative measurement location, and connecting the 17‑pin M23 connector for power, heating and analog outputs.
| Power supply voltage range | 9 … 36 V |
|---|---|
| Analog output AOUT1 | Wind Speed (White‑Green) |
| Connector type | 17‑pin M23 |
The sensor can be powered from any general supply between 9 V and 36 V.
Remove the damper protecting the array before switching on the power supply.
Analog Output AOUT1 (Wind Speed) is on pin 1 (White‑Green) and Analog Output AOUT2 (Wind Direction) is on pin 2 (Brown).