Watch Dog Retriever and Pup Weather Stations

Product Details :

Wireless sensor network that allows growers and researchers the ability to…

• Monitor crop and soil microclimates for:
• Soil moisture/irrigation scheduling
• Insect and disease pressures
• Frost/temperature alerts
• Plant growth
• Additional sensor inputs
• Transmit data in rolling/complex topography
• Collect site specific data with one system
• Mesh networks are "self-healing," since the network automatically finds the fastest and most reliable paths to send data, even if nodes (Pups) are blocked or lose their signal

Applications for Plant Management

• Monitor frost temperatures for real-time decisions to protect crops

• Track soil moisture and EC in numerous locations for better irrigation practices

• Record temperature and humidity for decisions regarding disease and insect pressure

Network Components

WatchDog Retriever

Retriever logs sensor data from its network of Pups (max 16 Pups per network).

• Single button operation: switch modes, download data, upload configuration, and check battery status
• Tri-colored LEDs indicate mode, battery level, data communication status, and configuration status
• Non-volatile memory preserves your logged data, even when the batteries are removed
• Transfer data or configuration information via flash drive or direct PC connection
• Internal flash memory on the Retriever will hold approximately 6 months of data for a 10 Pup network using 15 minute logging intervals
• Spectrum-supplied USB flash drive will hold several years of data at the Retriever for a 10 Pup network using 15 minute logging intervals
• 3.5mm stereo port for computer connection USB cable (included)
• AUX port for wireless (DataScout Cellular or WiFi modem) communication connection
• Includes six non-rechargeable AA batteries (8 months typical life)
• DC port for optional AC/DC power adapter (Max 17VDC)
• Optional solar package includes rechargeable battery pack (2200 mAh, 7.2V NiMH), and 5W solar panel
• Retrievers are available in both 900 MHz (US customers) and 2.4 GHz bands (international customers)
• Retriever & Pups Launch Utility software included on USB flash drive

WatchDog Pups

Each Sensor Pup within the network is compatible with a diverse number of sensors and offers flexibility by allowing the grower to monitor the sensor inputs they require.

• Pups are available in 3 types: Sensor Pup, Station Pup, and Repeater Pup
• Single button operation: check battery status, signal strength, and join sensor network
• Tri-colored LEDs indicate battery level, signal strength, and data communication status
• Includes six non-rechargeable AA batteries (8 months typical life)
• Communication range of 2,500 ft (about 1/2 mile), line-of-sight installation recommended between Pups or Retriever
• Pups are available in both 900 MHz (US customers) and 2.4 GHz bands (international customers)

WatchDog Sensor Pups

• Connect up to 4 external sensors via 2.5mm stereo-plug
• Can monitor high, low, current, and average values for each sensor during each logging period

WatchDog Station Pups

• Connects to your existing WatchDog 2000 Series Full and Mini Weather Stations
• Sends all Weather Station sensor data to your Retriever network
• No external sensors, can only be connected to another device