Spectrum WatchDog 1000 Series Irrigation Stations
Features
- Save when purchasing as an Irrigation Station
- Includes WatchDog Station and WaterScout Sensors with 20 ft. cables
- Stations include the protective sliding enclosure
- Free ground shipping
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Overview
The Spectrum WatchDog 1000 Series Irrigation Stations are a cost-effective choice for recording environmental conditions over a period of time. Whether it's weather or soil moisture monitoring, the WatchDog 1000 Series Micro Station will deliver timely, accurate data. The LCD display confirms station operation and provides current sensor readings. The stations are customizable with up to four unique external plug-in sensors. Change monitoring parameters from one season to the next, simply by connecting a different sensor. Options include a water resistant Sliding Enclosure and a Waterproof Enclosure to protect the Micro Station from the elements.
Benefits
- Internal sensors can include temperature and humidity
- With up to 4 external sensor ports, you choose the sensors you need
- LCD displays current sensor readings and battery level
- Select measurement intervals from 1 to 60 minutes
- Log 10,584 intervals (220 days at 30-minute intervals), 8,064 intervals with virtual channels enabled (for SMEC 300)
- Data is stored in fail-safe non-volatile memory
- Water-resistant case
- 12-month battery life (CR2450, included)
- Transfer data with a direct-connect cable or Data Shuttle
- Requires SpecWare 9 Basic or Pro software
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