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Re: [ECS] Peet Bros. Ultimeter 2000 support for ECS Don Mon, 30 Aug 1999 21:04:59 -0700

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Hi Mark:
 Well, to start with, I use my weather station to determine the time my
sprinklers stay running, and if the wind is excessive, to shut down the
sprinklers. If it is a nice night, and there are many in Southern Cal, I
simply turn off the thermostat until the outside temp is either to high or
low.

Don
----- Original Message -----
From: Mark Sekelsky <Mark@sekelsky.com>
To: <ecs-list@netbloc.com>
Sent: Monday, August 30, 1999 3:47 PM
Subject: RE: [ECS] Peet Bros. Ultimeter 2000 support for ECS


> I am curious to how people are using their weather stations.  To me it has
> seemed like a very expensive toy (OK, OK I have a lot of expensive toys).
> What are the practical applications?
>
> Mark S
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Dan Carrington [mailto:dc_grafx@microworks.net]
> Sent: Monday, August 30, 1999 8:52 AM
> To: ecs-list@netbloc.com
> Subject: Re: [ECS] Peet Bros. Ultimeter 2000 support for ECS
>
>
> Thanks for the info.  Has anybody offered funds to help get ECS to support
> it?
>
> Dan
>
>
>
>
>
> Michael David wrote:
> >
> > Hi Dan!
> >
> > Oh, several reasons:
> >
> > 1) The Ultimeter 2000 is a bit less expensive, depending on what you
> order;
> > 2) It includes the serial port - David charges $165, which includes a
> wimpy
> > piece useless of software;
> > 3) It has built-in surge protection and a grounded power cord - the
Davis
> > doesn't
> > 4) I like the "no moving parts rain gauge" - the Davis only has the
> "tipping
> > bucket" kind;
> > 5) It allows for compass calibration from the unit - the David requires
> that
> > you climb on the roof and "re-aim" the wind sensor;
> > 6) It's control unit can be either wall mounted (my preference) or
placed
> on
> > a desk - the David is desktop only;
> > 7) It's inside humidity sensor can be remote mounted from the unit
(again,
> > my preference)- the Davis humidity sensor is in the base.  Note that
both
> > have the internal temp probe in the bases, which is not my preference.
> > However, because of the HVAC project, I am in the middle of, this won't
be
> > an issue.
> > 8) The Ultimeter 2000 spits out way more useful data than the Davis;
> > 9) The people at Peet Bros are VERY nice and helpful - the Davis folks
> were
> > far from the same.
> >
> > Cheers!
> >
> > Michael David
> > michael@michaeldavid.com
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Dan Carrington [mailto:dc_grafx@microworks.net]
> > Sent: Sunday, August 29, 1999 2:13 PM
> > To: ecs-list@netbloc.com
> > Subject: Re: [ECS] Peet Bros. Ultimeter 2000 support for ECS
> >
> > I have yet to get a weather station of any kind.  Can you tell us a
small
> > synopsis as to your preference of the Peet Brothers unit?  What all do
we
> > need
> > to buy from their extensive list of pieces and parts.  End cost
> comparisons
> > and
> > such.  Benefits of one unit over the other.  It may encourage us to go
> that
> > route and support the cost of the ECS support.
> >
> > Thanks
> > Dan Carrington
> >
> > Michael David wrote:
> > >
> > > Hi Folks!
> > >
> > > As I implied in my last post, I have been looking for the right
weather
> > > station to add to ECS.  After much reasearch, I really like the Peet
> Bros.
> > > Ultimeter 2000, which can be found here:
> > >
> > > http://www.peetbros.com/
> > >
> > > Of course, this system is not as interesting if ECS doesn't support
it!
> > :)
> > > So, I asked Mark to come up with a quote on how much it would cost to
> > > implement Ultimeter 2000 support for ECS.  He estimates $400, perhaps
a
> > bit
> > > more it he hits any snags.  I think this price is quite reasonable,
> > > eespecially considering the Ultimeter 2000 spits out 115 parameters!
> > >
> > > So, anyone interested in pitching in to add Ultimeter 2000 support to
> ECS?
> > >
> > > Cheers!
> > >
> > > Michael David
> > > michael@michaeldavid.com
>
>

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