Volume 3 (Summer of 2012) Brochure

Volume 3 - Summer 2012===============================================================================This Issue of WindwordsWelcome to the Summer 2012 issue of 'Windwords'. In this issue you will find the following topics...Photo Contest Update - We decided to extend the contest to give everyone plenty of time to submit a photoUpdated Ultrasonic Anemometer Electronics - More Features and Functions of the NEW electronics for ourUltrasonic Anemometers along with some of the new optionsNew Link - Shoemaker Labs, Inc. (Radar and Antenna Design)Another Link to Visit - Unified Theory of Climate (a shift in understanding the basic cause of atmospherictemperature)So please take some time and read on, and feel free to pass this information on to your friends and colleagues.Also visit us at Facebook, and please click the "LIKE" button.=====================================================================================================Photo Contest UpdateWe decided to extend the contest...Last issue we announced that we were having acontest to find the best photo of an ATI metinstrument "in-use". We asked if you had a strangelocation or gorgeous environment where you areusing ATI equipment. If you had taken any inspiringphotos from the top of a tower that shows ourequipment? We wanted to see what you are doingwith our products. The best photo will win a prizeWe realized that some of you didn't get your issue ofWindwords as soon as others and didn't have asmuch time to find a photo to send us, so, we decidedto extend the ending date of the contest to10/26/2012So if you would still like you dig through your photosand send us a photo of any ATI equipment (anyThe New UltrasonicAnemometer ElectronicsNew Features, Functions & CommandsAll of our Ultrasonic Anemometers now havethe new electronicsWe'd like to introduce you to some of the newFeatures, Functions and Operator Commandsavailable with the new electronics...Operator Commands For the New SonicThe software is designed in a menu format, so itcan be changed or adjusted by the operator. Withthe output connected to a computer with a terminalemulator program, the operator can not only seethe data directly, as it comes out of the instrument,but the operator can also send commands,everything from turning on/off functions, tochanging parameters, from adjusting equations, tochanging the speed of the operation.Some functions available to the operator are;format, jpg preferred), along with a description of theinstallation and your contact information, (full name,company, address, email and phone) so that we canlet you know if you win. The best photo will receivea FREE UPGRADE to the new sonic electronicsboard to one (1) of your current ATI 3-axis UltrasonicAnemometers. (See article in this issue)All the details are on our website, so please visit usat: www.apptech.comPrize winner will be notified by email so make sure toprovide an email address where you can be contacted.We'd like to share your picture and story in a futureissue of 'Windwords' and with our Facebook friends.We will be featuring your photos on our Facebookpage, so please visit us and "Like" our page so youcan see the entries. The winning entry will befeatured in the next "Windwords".Send your photos to: photocontest@apptech.comA New Link to VisitWe would like to share another link with you. ShoemakerLabs, Inc. is a designer of radar and radar antennas aswell as the Timers we have available on our website.Kevin Shoemaker has a lifetime of experience in Radarand is considered one of the leaders in the industry. Hehas written a book on Radar Antenna Function andDesign, which is available from many locations includingAmazon.com.Another Link to VisitFor those of you who like tofollow the weather discussions.ATI would like you make you aware of a paradigmshift in understanding the basic cause of atmospherictemperature. Two of our clients have boldly dubbed theirnew theory the Unified Theory of Climate:They have created a contradiction to the norm. We'll letyou read for yourself if you are interested.Click HERE if you want to read the poster presentation.or HERE if you want a manuscript that's a little easier toread.Select the instrument sample ratefrom minutes to 200 Hz.Select from several output baud ratesfrom 4800 to 115200.Select between ‘Data Averaging’ or a‘Median Filter’.Select an output mode of ‘verbose’ or ‘terse’with just numbers.Select from several different output formats,including ‘Binary’.Synchronize the instrument operation to anexternal trigger.Provide a syncing output trigger pulse toother instruments.Turn on/off other outputs like temperature,and speed of sound.Turn on/off a status of the measurementsbeing used.Enter an actual RH value for a moreaccurate temperature reading.If options are added, the data from themcan be turned on/off.All commands and functions are listed andexplained, in detail, in the operations manual. Ifanything special is required, consult with thefactory.Instrument CalibrationThe calibration of the SATI anemometer isestablished by its design parameters, andtherefore, the instrument can be used as anabsolute instrument. The calibration of theinstrument requires only one measurement, andthis measurement can be performed by theoperator. One of the commands, in the software, isa calibration command. This can be performed bythe operator any time the operator thinks it might benecessary. The complete description of thecalibration operation is in the operations manual.New OptionsEven though the new electronics and softwareis transparent to the old units, check out thespecification sheet on our website, (or requestone from sales), you will find some new andbetter info.More options will be forthcoming, but here arethe first few...3D AccelerometerThe LV-304 is a level/accelerometer that can beinstalled in the sonic anemometer.The static operation can measure gravity andtherefore can be used as a level or tilt sensor. Inthis mode it can provide an output of 'pitch' and 'roll'for the position of the instrument. These data areread in degrees.Contact UsApplied Technologies, Inc.950 S. Sherman St. #BLongmont, CO 80501Phone: 303-684-8722Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30-4:30 mstnews@apptech.com.Website:www.apptech.comThe dynamic operation can measure motion orshock and therefore can be used to monitor anymovement of the instrument. In this mode it canprovide an output of any movement of theinstrument in acceleration of the three orthogonalaxes. These data are read in digits that representgravity.Data from the accelerometer will be output as fastas whatever rate the sonic anemometermeasurement is set to.No Serial Port on your Computer?For computers without serial ports - a USBconverter is available. Converts Serial data foraccess via a USB connection on your computer.WirelessWireless connectivity is now available, this willallow you to put the sonic serial data on yournetwork, without cables. Call or e-mail, and askabout it.Be sure to click the 'LIKE' button