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WXTrak
is a weather information encoder which, when connected to a compatible weather staion and a radio,
will transmit the weather data at an adjustable rate.
It is a construction project based on the
TinyTrak3,
and provides an inexpensive way to transmit
weather information without the need for a full TNC.
WXTrak is configured by connecting to a computer's serial port, and running a
simple configuration tool which allows setting of all user options.
It transmits the APRS weather protocol. Since it is designed around the
TinyTrak3, It is available with an optional case.
Currently supported weather stations include the Radio Shack WX200, the Oregon Scientific WM-918, and the
Peet Brothers Ultimeter 100, Ultimeter 800, Ultimeter 2000, and Ultimeter 2100.
Davis weather stations with the WeatherLink APRS adapter can use TinyPack to transmit weather data for APRS.
WXTrak Kit and Case - $33.
Includes a WXTrak chip, sheared PCB, pre-cut case, and all components excluding cables.
WXTrak Kit - $27.
Includes a WXTrak chip, PCB with mounting holes, and all components excluding cables and case.
WXTrak Built and Tested with Case - $47.
For those not interested in soldering together the kit. This will come with a sheared PCB.
WXTrak Chip - $18.
With this chip, a TinyTrak, TinytrakII, or TinyTrak3 can be converted to a WXTrak.
WXTrak Case - $8.
WXTrak is designed to fit a translucent plastic case. The case is pre-cut with holes for the DB-9 connectors, and both the sheared PCB, and the non-sheared PCB will fit. This is identical to the TinyTrak3 case.
Note:A Female to Female Null Modem Gender Changer is needed to connect a WXTrak to the computer for configuration.
Radio and Power Cables available for many common radios. Click
HERE!
After ordering a kit or a chip, be sure to download
the configuration software and documentaion.
Download WXTRAK.ZIP
Right click the link and choose "Save As..."
Please do not distribute WXTrak or TinyTrak software, firmware, or documentation without
written permission from the author.
Orders can also be placed by sending a check or money order to:
Byon Garrabrant
8378 Granite Mountain Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89129
USA
Include shipping as stated above.
The
TinyTrak Group at Yahoo! is very active, and many of the posts may be applicable to WXTrak .
Read through the archives for help, or post questions to the members of the group.
You can also send questions via eMail to
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Axel Fischer, DL3OBP, has created a Palm based WXTrak Config program and WX simulator at
http://www.afischer-online.de/pilot/ttconfig.
Radio connection diagrams can be found at
http://www.packetradio.com/tnc2rad.htm.
Kantronics compatible cables will work with WXTrak.
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