Radiosondaje Vaisala

GETTING STARTED GUIDE
Vaisala DigiCORA Sounding System

MW41
M211429EN-E
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................ 5

About This Manual ................................................................... 5
Contents of This Manual ....................................................... 5
Version Information ............................................................... 6
Related Manuals ................................................................... 6
Documentation Conventions ................................................. 7
Safety ......................................................................................... 7
ESD Protection ...................................................................... 7
Recycling .................................................................................. 8
Trademarks ............................................................................... 8
License Agreement .................................................................. 8
Warranty .................................................................................... 9
Technical Support .................................................................... 9
Product Returns ....................................................................... 9
CHAPTER 2
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................ 11

Introduction to Vaisala DigiCORA Sounding System
MW41 ....................................................................................... 11
Sounding Station Setup Summary ....................................... 14
CHAPTER 3
SELECTING LOCATION.............................................................................. 15
Sounding Operation Room.................................................... 15
Antennas ................................................................................. 16
Antenna Types .................................................................... 16
Antenna Cables ................................................................... 17
Balloon-Filling Shed ............................................................... 17
CHAPTER 4
INSTALLING HARDWARE .......................................................................... 19

MW41 Sounding Workstation Requirements ...................... 19
Operating System Compliance ........................................... 19
Web Browser Compliance ................................................... 19
Minimum Hardware Requirements...................................... 19
Using Uninterruptible Power System (UPS, Optional) with
MW41 .................................................................................. 20
Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311 .......................... 21
Connecting Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311 ...... 21
Power Supply and Grounding for SPS311 .......................... 23
Switching the Power On and Off .................................... 23
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Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

CHAPTER 5
INSTALLING SOFTWARE ........................................................................... 25

Operating System Settings.................................................... 25
User Requirements for Installing the Software .................... 25
Dividing Workstation's Hard Disk ........................................ 26
Installing Peripheral Devices................................................. 26
Serial Port Extension ........................................................... 26
Printer .................................................................................. 26
Installing MW41 Sounding System Software ....................... 27
Requirements for Installing MW41 in Windows 8.1
Operating System ................................................................ 27
Internet Connection Available ........................................ 27
No Internet Connection Available ................................... 28
Beginning MW41 Software Installation ................................ 29
Installing Flash Player to Windows 8.1 Operating
System ................................................................................. 29
Installing Flash Player to Other Operating Systems ........... 29
Software License ................................................................. 30
1. Using a Trial Version ............................................... 30
2. Activating Software License .................................... 30
Installing MW41 Sounding Software and Activating
Software License ................................................................. 31
Launching Vaisala License Manager ........................ 34
Activating the License - Internet Connection
Available ......................................................................... 35
Activating the License - No Internet Connection
Available ......................................................................... 37
Installing Security Certificate ................................................ 44
Adding MW41 Address to Trusted Sites ............................. 44
Installation Steps ................................................................. 44
CHAPTER 6
CREATING CONNECTIONS ........................................................................ 51

Connecting SPS311 ................................................................ 51
Using Firewall ...................................................................... 52
Windows Firewall ........................................................... 52
Other Firewalls ............................................................... 52
Changing SPS311 IP Address ............................................ 52
Connecting to SPS311 ................................................... 52
Connecting with VNC ................................................ 52
Connecting with PuTTY ............................................ 53
Using RegConfig to Change the SPS311 IP Address ......... 58
Changing the Administrator Password on SPS311 ....... 59
Connecting Ground Check Device RI41 ............................... 59
Ground Check Set GC25 ........................................................ 60
Connecting Ground Check Set GC25 ................................. 60
Filling the Desiccant ............................................................ 60
Filling the GC25 Chamber with Desiccant........................... 61
Creating Remote Connection ................................................ 64
Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection .................................. 64
Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection with Internet
Explorer .......................................................................... 64
Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection with Firefox ......... 65
Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection with Google
Chrome ........................................................................... 76
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CHAPTER 7
STARTING THE SOUNDING SOFTWARE ................................................. 77

Starting the MW41 Software and Logging In ....................... 77
Managing MW41 Users .......................................................... 79
Default Users and Passwords ............................................. 79
Configuring Software ............................................................. 80
Creating System Backup ....................................................... 81
Logging Out ............................................................................ 81
APPENDIX A
MW41 SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE .............................................................. 83
List of Figures
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15
Figure 16
Figure 17
Figure 18
Figure 19
Figure 20
Figure 21
Figure 22
Figure 23
Figure 24
Figure 25
DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Overview with RS41 ...... 12

DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Overview with RS92 ...... 13
Signal Path Line-of-Sight Requirement .................................... 16
MW41 Connections .................................................................. 22
Downloading and Installing .NET Framework 3.5 .................... 28
Adobe Flash Player Installation Error Message ....................... 29
Activating Product .................................................................... 35
Entering Product Key ............................................................... 35
List of Activated Features ......................................................... 36
Activating Product .................................................................... 37
Entering Product Key ............................................................... 37
No Internet Connection is Available ......................................... 38
License Manager Login Window .............................................. 38
Viewing Product Details ........................................................... 39
Generating License File ........................................................... 39
License File Successfully Generated ....................................... 40
Uploading License File ............................................................. 41
Opening License File................................................................ 41
License File Successfully Uploaded ......................................... 42
Displaying Installed Features ................................................... 42
Taking Out the Desiccant Cartridge ......................................... 61
Opening the Desiccant Cartridge ............................................. 62
Filling the Desiccant Cartridge ................................................. 63
Using Security Certificate with Google Chrome ....................... 76
Sounding System MW41 System Architecture ........................ 85
List of Tables
Table 1
Table 2
Table 3
Table 4
Table 5
Manual Revisions ....................................................................... 6

Related Manuals ........................................................................ 6
SPS311 Parameter Settings .................................................... 58
MW41 User Roles .................................................................... 79
MW41 Default Users and Passwords ...................................... 79
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Chapter 1 _________________________________________________________ General Information
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
This chapter provides general notes about this manual and Sounding
System MW41.
About This Manual

This manual provides information for installing Sounding System
MW41.
For information on maintaining the sounding system, see Vaisala
DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Technical Reference. For operating
instructions, see the on-line help embedded in the sounding software.
NOTE
In this manual, RS41 refers to Radiosonde RS41-SG and RS41-SGP,

unless otherwise mentioned. RS92 refers to Radiosonde RS92-SGP,
unless otherwise mentioned.
RI41 refers to both RI41 and RI41-B, unless otherwise mentioned.
Contents of This Manual

This manual consists of the following chapters:
- Chapter 1, General Information, provides general notes about this
manual and Sounding System MW41.
- Chapter 2, Product Overview, introduces the Vaisala DigiCORA
Sounding System MW41 features.
- Chapter 3, Selecting Location, contains information on how to find a
suitable location for MW41 Sounding System.
- Chapter 4, Installing Hardware, provides information on the
DigiCORA MW41 hardware setup.
- Chapter 5, Installing Software, provides information on how to install
the required software for Sounding System MW41.
- Chapter 6, Creating Connections, contains instructions on how to
connect the MW41 Sounding System components.
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- Chapter 7, Starting the Sounding Software, provides information on

what to do after you have completed the mechanical and software
installations.
- Appendix A presents MW41 System Architecture with optional
components.
Version Information
Table 1
Manual Code
M211429EN-E
M211429EN-D
M211429EN-C
M211429EN-B
M211429EN-A
Manual Revisions
Description
November 2014. Updated for MW41 software
version 2.2 and RS41-SGP.
February 2014. Updated for MW41 software
version 2.1.
October 2013. Updated for Radiosonde RS41-SG
and MW41 sounding software version 2.0.
December 2012. Updated version for software
version 1.1.
June 2012. First version.
Related Manuals
Table 2
Manual Code
M210843EN
M210538EN
M210814EN
M210546EN
M211030EN
M211633EN
M211381EN
M211596EN
Related Manuals
Manual Name
Vaisala Portable Antenna Set CG31 User's Guide
Vaisala Telemetry Antenna RB31 User's Guide
Vaisala Telemetry Antenna RM32 Quick Reference
Guide
Vaisala GPS Antenna GA31 User's Guide
Vaisala GPS Antenna GA31N Users Guide
Vaisala GPS Antenna GA41 Users Guide
Backing Up and Restoring Windows 7 for
MW31/MW41 Sounding System
Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311
Technical Reference
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Documentation Conventions
Throughout the manual, important safety considerations are highlighted
as follows:
WARNING
Warning alerts you to a serious hazard. If you do not read and follow
instructions very carefully at this point, there is a risk of injury or even
death.
CAUTION
Caution warns you of a potential hazard. If you do not read and follow
instructions carefully at this point, the product could be damaged or
important data could be lost.
NOTE
Note highlights important information on using the product.
Safety
Sounding System MW41 delivered to you has been tested for safety and
approved as shipped from the factory. Note the following precautions:
WARNING
Ground the product and verify outdoor installation grounding

periodically to minimize shock hazard.
CAUTION
Do not modify the unit. Improper modification can damage the product
or lead to malfunction.
ESD Protection
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can cause immediate or latent damage to
electronic circuits. Vaisala products are adequately protected against
ESD for their intended use. It is possible to damage the product,
however, by delivering electrostatic discharges when touching,
removing, or inserting any objects inside the equipment housing.
To make sure you are not delivering high static voltages yourself:
- Handle ESD sensitive components on a properly grounded and
protected ESD workbench.
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- When an ESD workbench is not available, ground yourself to the

equipment chassis with a wrist strap and a resistive connection cord.
- If you are unable to take either of the above precautions, touch a
conductive part of the equipment chassis with your other hand before
touching ESD sensitive components.
- Always hold component boards by the edges and avoid touching the
component contacts.
Recycling
Recycle all applicable material.
Dispose of batteries and the unit according to statutory regulations. Do

not dispose of with regular household refuse.
Trademarks
DigiCORA is a registered trademark of Vaisala Oyj.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
License Agreement
This product contains software developed by Vaisala. Use of the software
is governed by license terms and conditions included in the applicable
supply contract or, in the absence of separate license terms and
conditions, by the General License Conditions of Vaisala Group.
This product may contain open source software (OSS) components. In
the event this product contains OSS components, then such OSS is
governed by the terms and conditions of the applicable OSS licenses, and
you are bound by the terms and conditions of such licenses in connection
with your use and distribution of the OSS in this product. Applicable
OSS licenses are included in the product itself or provided to you on any
other applicable media, depending on each individual product and the
product items delivered to you.
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Warranty
Visit our Internet pages for standard warranty terms and conditions:
http://www.vaisala.com/warranty.
Please observe that any such warranty may not be valid in case of
damage due to normal wear and tear, exceptional operating conditions,
negligent handling or installation, or unauthorized modifications. Please
see the applicable supply contract or Conditions of Sale for details of the
warranty for each product.
Technical Support
For technical questions, contact the Vaisala technical support by e-mail at
helpdesk@vaisala.com. Provide at least the following supporting
information:
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Name and model of the product in question

Serial number of the product
Name and location of the installation site
Name and contact information of a technically competent person who
can provide further information on the problem.
Product Returns
If the product must be returned for service, see www.vaisala.com/returns.
For contact information of Vaisala Service Centers, see
www.vaisala.com/servicecenters.
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Chapter 2 ___________________________________________________________ Product Overview
CHAPTER 2
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
This chapter introduces the Vaisala DigiCORA Sounding System MW41
features.
Introduction to Vaisala DigiCORA Sounding

System MW41
Vaisala MW41 sounding software is a radiosounding data processing,
analysis, archival and relaying software for DigiCORA Sounding System
MW41. The software consists of the user interface running on a web
browser and the sounding processing software running as services on a
PC computer.
DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 consists of a PC computer, which is
connected to a sounding processing subsystem via a network adapter.
Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311 contains the processor units for
PTU (Pressure, Temperature and Humidity) and wind finding, and
appropriate connections to the required antennas.
MW41 sounding software is used with Vaisala Radiosondes RS41 and
RS92, Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311, Ground Check Devices
RI41 and RI41-B, and Ground Check Set GC25. RI41-B is equipped with
a barometer module.
Optionally, you can connect a printer to the sounding workstation for
printing sounding data.
Figure 1 on page 12 shows an overview of MW41 with RS41 and RI41.
A more detailed MW41 system architecture picture is available in
Appendix A MW41 System Architecture on page 83.
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Figure 1
DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Overview with

RS41
The following numbers refer to Figure 1 above:

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Sounding Workstation PC
Ground Check Device RI41 with RS41
Radiosonde RS41
GPS antenna
UHF antenna
Figure 2 on page 13 shows an overview of MW41 with RS92 and GC25.
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Chapter 2 ___________________________________________________________ Product Overview
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Figure 2
DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Overview with

RS92

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Ground Check Set GC25
Radiosonde RS92
GPS Antenna
UHF Antenna
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Sounding Station Setup Summary

The summary contains everything you need to do when setting up an
entirely new MW41 system. In other cases, such as when upgrading from
an older system, some steps do not apply. For upgrade instructions, see
Upgrading MW11/12/15, MW21 and MW31 to Sounding System MW41
Technical Reference.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Select a suitable location for sounding.

See Chapter 3, Selecting Location, on page 15 for more
information.
Install antennas as instructed in section Antennas on page 16.
Install Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311 as instructed in
section MW41 Sounding Workstation Requirements on page 19.
Prepare the computer for MW41 installation as instructed in
sections Operating System Settings on page 25, and Installing
Peripheral Devices on page 26.
Note that this has already been done on Vaisala-supplied
computers.
Install the MW41 software and activate the license on the
soundings workstation computer as instructed in section Installing
MW41 Sounding System Software on page 27.
Note that Vaisala installs the software on Vaisala-supplied
computers at the factory.
Install a security certificate as instructed in section Installing
Security Certificate on page 44.
Note that Vaisala installs the security certificate on Vaisalasupplied computers at the factory.
Install RI41 for RS41 or GC25 for RS92 as instructed in section
Connecting Ground Check Device RI41 on page 59, or in section
Connecting Ground Check Set GC25 on page 60.
Complete the station-specific configurations as instructed in
Chapter 7, Starting the Sounding Software, on page 77.
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Chapter 3 __________________________________________________________ Selecting Location
CHAPTER 3
SELECTING LOCATION
This chapter contains information on how to find a suitable location for
MW41 Sounding System.
Sounding Operation Room

Besides providing good working conditions for the operator, the
sounding operation room protects the ground equipment. Below are listed
the environmental conditions for the indoor equipment. In addition, direct
weather influences must be totally excluded. Refer to the corresponding
documentation for specifications on the required conditions for
individual system components.
See the manufacturer's notes for additional information:
Environmental Requirements for Indoor Equipment:
Temperature
+10 ... +35 C
Humidity
0 ... 90 % RH, non-condensing
Environmental Requirements for Outdoor Equipment:
Temperature
-40 +55C
Humidity
0 100% RH
In a tropical environment, it is recommended that you install an air

conditioner in the sounding operation room.
Equip the sounding operation room with the following:
- Adequate lighting
- Grounded electrical power outlets located close to the instrument
tables
- Desk for handling the radiosonde before release
At all sounding sites where a stable line voltage is not secured, it is
recommended to install and constantly use an uninterruptible power
supply (UPS) to guarantee successful soundings. See section Using
Uninterruptible Power System (UPS, Optional) with MW41 on page 20
for more information.
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Antennas
For best results, select an installation site for the antenna set that is:
- Clear of obstacles such as buildings, dense forests, or metal masts.
- Even, in other words, the ground is even and relatively firm.
A single tree has no significant effect on signal reception, unless it is
very dense or less than 20 meters from the antenna set. Sparse forest can
cause some attenuation but is usually not a real hindrance.
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Figure 3
Signal Path Line-of-Sight Requirement
Other antenna masts and metal structures of small diameter do not disturb
reception if situated more than 20 meters away from the antenna set.
Metal roofs or other large surfaces may reflect signals, causing shortduration fading. Large obstacles may block reception. To maintain the
line of sight, ensure that the angle from the antenna to the top of large
obstacles is less than 10. See Figure 3 above.
Antenna Types
The sounding instrument requires antennas for GPS and UHF reception.
The following antennas manufactured by Vaisala can be used:
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NOTE
GA31, GA31N and GA41 GPS antenna

RB31 directional UHF antenna
RM31N and RM32 omnidirectional UHF antenna
CG31 portable antenna
Antenna description and installation instructions are provided with each

antenna.
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Chapter 3 __________________________________________________________ Selecting Location
Antenna Cables
The standard length of the antenna cable is 33 meters. Lay the cables in
protective tubing to avoid mechanical wear. Secure the maximum
possible clearance from radar antennas. See the appropriate antenna
User's Guide for details.
Balloon-Filling Shed
An appropriate balloon-filling shed enabling proper inflation and
handling of the balloons is essential for a successful radiosonde ascent.
Observe the following recommendations when operating hydrogen
balloons:
- Place the shed near the sounding operation room so that the
radiosonde operator is able to view the shed from a window or the
door of the sounding operation room.
- Avoid inflating the balloon in the same building where the sounding
operation room is located because of the risks related to handling
gases.
- Free the terrain around the shed of obstacles such as trees, telephone
poles, antenna structures, etc., that might prevent free ascent of the
radiosonde in windy conditions.
- Make sure the balloon-filling shed:
- is large enough to allow the operator to handle all normal types of
balloons conveniently.
- has a doorway wide enough for you to carry an inflated balloon
through without the balloon touching sharp corners or anything else
that can break it.
- has its door on the leeward side of prevailing winds.
- has free space for the gas generator or gas cylinders if there is no
separate chamber for them outside the shed.
- has adequate ventilation, especially when the doors are closed.
- Make sure all electrical installations within the shed, both permanent
and temporary, are of spark-proof construction. Carry out regular
inspections to prevent any oversights.
- Ground the inflation nozzle (Vaisala Filling Balance) through a metal
plate fixed to the floor. Connect the nozzle permanently to a wellgrounded piping system or some other construction with good earth
contact.
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- Note that since hydrogen mixed with air is highly inflammable, the
use and storage of hydrogen generators or cylinders are subject to
safety regulations issued by authorities.
- Follow the Safety Instructions for Radiosonde Operators given in the
Radiosonde User's Guide when training personnel for radiosonde
operation at a new station.
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Chapter 4 __________________________________________________________ Installing Hardware
CHAPTER 4
INSTALLING HARDWARE
This chapter provides information on the DigiCORA MW41 hardware
setup.
MW41 Sounding Workstation Requirements

Operating System Compliance
- Windows 7 Professional SP1 32-bit and 64-bit (English)
- Windows 8.1 Pro 32-bit and 64-bit (English)
Web Browser Compliance

- Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 or higher
- Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
- Google Chrome (latest version)
Adobe Flash Player is required.
Minimum Hardware Requirements

- Processor Intel Pentium Dual Core or equivalent, Quad core
recommended
- Memory 2 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space 160 GB
- Display 1366 x 768
- DVD-ROM drive
- Serial ports, either integrated or via USB/RS232 converter: 1 for
GC25/RS92 cable and 1 for possible Automatic Weather Station
(AWS)
- USB port for RI41
- Ethernet adapter
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For the operating system to function properly, make sure the following
settings have been selected and installed:
- The workstation has a network with TCP/IP Protocol installed.
- Time zone is GMT.
CAUTION
When taking PCs not delivered by Vaisala into use, pay special attention
to energy saver and similar settings on your computer. On many
computers, the default settings can cause shutdown of computer parts if
there is a long time period with no input from the user, for example,
during a sounding. This might result in a lost sounding.
Using Uninterruptible Power System

(UPS, Optional) with MW41
If the MW41 input power source, typically mains power, fails for some
reason, a UPS can be used to provide emergency power. The UPS
provides near-instantaneous protection from input power interruptions by
supplying energy to the connected devices.
To avoid any power interruptions, make sure that all sounding equipment
are connected through a UPS system. The sounding PC and the UPS are
connected with a USB cable. The correct USB connector is marked with
a UPS sticker at the back of the PC.
CAUTION
Make sure to select the correct, country-specific output voltage on the

UPS display. See the manufacturers instructions for more details.
The UPS includes internal batteries to provide power in case AC input

power is not available. Make sure to inspect the condition of the batteries
regularly and, if necessary, replace the batteries according to the
manufacturers instructions.
CAUTION
Before taking the UPS into use, make sure the UPS internal batteries are
connected.
During a power interruption, the UPS provides power for 25 minutes,
after which Windows is run down. The rundown takes a maximum of 5
minutes. All other values are the default values provided by the UPS.
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Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311 is a desktop instrument
intended for use in the sounding operation room. You can fasten it to an
installation shelf with mounting straps.
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All power, signal and I/O connectors are located at the rear
Plug-in units can be replaced through the front
SPS311 uses forced air cooling. Three fans are located below the card
frame.
NOTE
Do not block the air inlet at the lower front corner of the chassis. Air
outlet is located at the upper rear corner.
Connecting Sounding Processing

Subsystem SPS311
To connect antennas, MW41 workstation, and optional equipment to
SPS311, do the following:
1.
2.
Connect the antennas to the subsystem. Refer to the instructions in

the appropriate antenna Users Guide.
Connect the Sounding Processing Subsystem LAN1 connector via
the LAN switch (if connected to an external network) to the
workstations LAN card using the 210973 cable (Ethernet cable
with RJ45 connectors).
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Figure 4
MW41 Connections

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Sounding workstation PC
GPS antenna
UHF antenna
LAN switch (optional)
GPS cable (TNC connector)
UHF cable (N connector)
Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector)
Line to external network (optional)
Ground Check Device RI41
USB cable
RS-232 cable
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3.
4.
Connect the ethernet cable to the computers ethernet port.

Either Ground Check Device RI41 for RS41, or Ground Check Set
GC25 for RS92 is connected to the sounding workstation PC.
If the system has a direct cable connection to an RS92 radiosonde,
connect the radiosonde cable (DRW231463) to the workstation's
COM port. Connect the AC/DC adapter to the radiosonde cable's
DC connector.
Power Supply and Grounding for SPS311

SPS311 must be connected to mains power 100 - 240 V, 1.2A Max,
50/60 Hz or to a 24 VDC power system. The DC power input connection
is floating.
An external chassis ground screw is provided for system grounding.
NOTE
Mains power and 24 VDC system power are alternative power sources
and need not be used at the same time.
Switching the Power On and Off

The power switch of SPS311 is located on the lower left corner of the
front panel. The power switch is marked with the following symbol:
Before the subsystem power can be switched on, the system must be in
the standby state. This is indicated by the yellow standby LED. For more
information on the indicator LEDs, see Vaisala DigiCORA Sounding
System MW41 Technical Reference.
To switch subsystem power on or off, press the power switch once.
The standby LED is lit yellow when the system is ready for powerup.
After the power is switched on, the standby LED is blank.
During the power up the power/status LED blinks green. When the
power/status LED turns into steady green the system is ready for
operation.
Red color indicates an error in one or more units during the power up or
operation.
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Chapter 5 __________________________________________________________ Installing Software
CHAPTER 5
INSTALLING SOFTWARE
This chapter provides information on how to install the required software
for Sounding System MW41.
NOTE
If Vaisala has provided the computer for your Sounding System MW41,
the software installation has been done by Vaisala. In this case, you may
skip this chapter and move on to Chapter 6, Creating Connections, on
page 51.
Operating System Settings

For the operating system to function properly, make sure the following
settings have been selected and installed:
- The workstation has a network with TCP/IP Protocol installed.
- Time zone is GMT.
User Requirements for Installing the

Software
To perform the needed installations, you need administrator rights for
Windows. Vaisala recommends that after the sounding software has been
installed, you access the sounding workstation PC with operator-level
privileges (not administrator).
NOTE
When you install the MW41 sounding software, you must belong to the
Administrators level. See your operating system documentation for
more information.
NOTE
On computers delivered from Vaisala, you need to give a password to log

on to the PC as Administrator. The Administrator password is
adpw_VA1.
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Dividing Workstation's Hard Disk

Note that it is not absolutely necessary to divide the workstation's hard
disk into two partitions. However, by default, the sounding file and
message output folders are placed on the D: partition, if available.
Having the archives separate from the system partition can make the files
easier to backup, for example, to a DVD-ROM.
On computers delivered by Vaisala the partitions are done as described
below, and this can be used as a recommendation for partitioning other
sounding workstations, if desired. Follow the Windows operating
system's instructions, and the instructions below.
- Make the C: partition 100 GB in size. This is the default installation
location for the MW41 sounding software. The path can also be
changed.
- Make the D: partition to contain the rest of the hard disk. Format this
partition to use the NTFS file system. This way you can use the
Windows backup feature to secure the content of the hard disk.
Installing Peripheral Devices

Serial Port Extension
It is likely that a serial port extension device is needed to meet the
requirements stated in section MW41 Sounding Workstation
Requirements on page 19. For computers not delivered by Vaisala, this is
your responsibility. Refer to the instructions supplied with the device.
Printer
If your MW41 sounding system includes a printer, set it up to work with
Windows. Refer to the instructions supplied with Windows and the
printer.
For instructions on adding a new printer, see DigiCORA Sounding
System MW41 Technical Reference.
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Installing MW41 Sounding System Software

These instructions provide information on installing MW41 sounding
software for the first time. For updating instructions, see Vaisala
DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Technical Reference.
NOTE
Before installing the software, check the MW41 workstation

requirements in section MW41 Sounding Workstation Requirements on
page 19.
Note that if some components needed for installing MW41 sounding

software, for example Flash Player, are missing, the Installer prompts
you to install them first and restart your computer.
The software installation consists of three phases, explained in the
sections below:
1.
2.
3.
Installing MW41 sounding software.

Activating a software license.
Installing a security certificate.
Requirements for Installing MW41 in

Windows 8.1 Operating System
Sounding software MW41 requires .NET Framework 3.5, which is not
included in Windows 8.1 by default. Before installing MW41, you must
install the .NET Framework 3.5. There are two ways of doing this,
depending on whether you are connected to Internet or not. See sections
Internet Connection Available below and No Internet Connection
Available on page 28 for instructions.
Internet Connection Available

If you are connected to Internet while you are installing MW41, a
window for downloading and installing .NET Framework 3.5 will appear
automatically when you click the MW41 StartHere.exe file.
Click Download and install this feature to begin the installation, see
Figure 5 on page 28.
NOTE
Depending on the connection, the download takes some time, from 5 to

15 minutes.
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Figure 5
Downloading and Installing .NET Framework 3.5
No Internet Connection Available

If you are not connected to Internet during MW41 installation, you must
install the .NET Framework 3.5 manually. Before beginning, insert the
Windows 8.1 installation DVD to the PC.
Follow the instructions below:
1.
2.
3.
Open Windows Command Prompt as Administrator: right-click

and select Run as administrator.
Give the Windows administrators user name.
Enter the following command. The source in this case is the
Windows 8.1 installation DVD on the DVD drive.
DISM /Online /Enable-Feature /FeatureName:NetFx3 /All /LimitAccess

/Source:d:\sources\sxs
4.
5.
The .NET Framework 3.5 installation begins.

After the .NET Framework installation, install the MW41 sounding
software as instructed in the next section Beginning MW41
Software Installation on page 29.
For further information, see the instructions on Microsofts web page:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/hh506443.aspx
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Beginning MW41 Software Installation

Installing Flash Player to Windows 8.1
Operating System
In Windows 8.1, Adobe Flash Player is built-in in Internet Explorer and
cannot be updated by an external software such as the MW41 installer.
To run MW41, you must update Adobe Flash Player to the latest version
available via Windows update.
Installing Flash Player to Other

Operating Systems
NOTE
If your computer is connected to the Internet while you are installing the
software and you are prompted to install a newer version of Flash Player
by clicking the Player Download Center link, do not click the link.
Instead, install the latest version available on the DVD. This is to make
sure that the MW41 sounding software functions properly.
If you get the following error message when beginning MW41
installation, follow the steps below to install Flash Player. These
instructions do not apply to Windows 8.1, where the update must be done
via Windows update.
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Figure 6
1.
Adobe Flash Player Installation Error Message
Do not click the link that appears in the error message shown in
Figure 6 above. Click Quit to close the window.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Go to folder MW41 - 3rdPartySoftware - FlashPlayer on the

installation DVD.
Click the uninstall_flash_player.exe file to uninstall Flash Player.
After Flash Player has been uninstalled, restart MW41 installation.
Click the Install Flash Player for Internet Explorer link.
Software License
Using MW41 sounding software requires a software license. When you
install the software for the first time, you have two options for using it,
explained in more detail in this section.
1. Using a Trial Version

If you have no software license, you can start using the software as a trial
version with standard features. The trial version is valid for 30 days.
After you have installed the sounding software and login for the first
time, the system detects whether you have a valid license or not, or
whether the trial version has expired. If your trial version has not expired,
you can continue to use it for the number of trial days remaining.
2. Activating Software License

If you have a software license, you can immediately activate the software
with the features you have selected after you have installed the software.
Activate the license using the Product Key available on a sticker on the
sounding software DVD cover. It is recommended to activate the license
as soon as possible.
NOTE
Vaisala recommends that you activate the software license as soon as

possible.
Activating the MW41 software license requires Internet connection. If
the PC you are using for the software installation does not have Internet
connection, make sure there is another PC nearby with an Internet
connection that you can use for the activation. Vaisala License Manager
automatically detects whether you are connected to Internet or not.
For instructions, see either section Activating the License - Internet
Connection Available on page 35, or section Activating the License - No
Internet Connection Available on page 37.
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Installing MW41 Sounding Software and

Activating Software License
To install the MW41 sounding software:
1.
2.
Place the installation DVD into the DVD drive. The installation
main window opens. If the installer does not start automatically,
run the StartHere.exe file from the DVD.
Click the link Install MW41 version X.X.x
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3.
The Install Wizard for MW41 opens. Click Next.
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4.
Read the License Agreement and accept it. Click Next.
5.
The installation begins. Click Next to accept the default destination

folder for the files, or choose a new folder by clicking Change and
select a new location for the files.
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6.
Click Install to begin the installation.
7.
Wait while the Install Wizard installs the software.
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NOTE
8.
When the software installation is finished, the following window

opens. Option Launch Vaisala License Manager is selected by
default.
9.
Click Finish to start Vaisala License Manager and proceed to the

instructions in section Activating the License - Internet Connection
Available on page 35, or section Activating the License - No
Internet Connection Available on page 37.
Vaisala recommends that you activate the software license as soon as

possible. Activating the license requires access to Internet.
If you deselect the default option, you are prompted to restart the
system. After the restart, the software installation is ready. See
section Launching Vaisala License Manager below for instructions
on launching Vaisala License Manager at a later stage.
Launching Vaisala License Manager
To activate the software license at a later stage, you must launch Vaisala
License Manager:
Go to Windows Start menu and click All Programs - Vaisala Vaisala
License Manager Vaisala License Manager. The License Manager is
installed on your computer when MW41 sounding software is installed.
Next, proceed to section Activating the License - Internet Connection
Available on page 35, or section Activating the License - No Internet
Connection Available on page 37.
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Activating the License - Internet Connection

Available
1.
When the License Manager opens, click Continue.
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Figure 7
2.
Activating Product
Enter the Product Key. The Product Key is available on a sticker on

the DVD cover. Click Continue.
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Figure 8
3.
Entering Product Key
The product starts activating. Wait a while.
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4.
After a successful activation, the following window is displayed.

The window displays a list of the activated features. Check that the
features installed match your license. Click Quit to exit License
Manager.
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Figure 9
5.
List of Activated Features
Click Yes to restart the system.
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6.
After the system has restarted, the MW41 installation and license
activation is complete.
In case the activation fails, the reason and remedy for the failure are
displayed. Should you need any further assistance, contact Vaisala Help
Desk at helpdesk@vaisala.com.
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Activating the License - No Internet Connection

Available
Before you begin, make sure that you have, for example, a memory stick
for storing the license file obtained and transferring it to another
computer.
1.
When the License Manager opens, click Continue.
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Figure 10
2.
Activating Product
Enter the Product Key. The Product Key is available on a sticker on

the DVD cover. Click Continue.
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Figure 11
Entering Product Key
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3.
The following window opens with message You have no Internet

connection available. Write down the Product Key and the request
code shown, or click Save codes as txt to save the codes as a .txt
file on a media that you can take with you, for example, a memory
stick. Remember also to write down the Internet address you must
go to.
Do not close the License Manager window, you will need to upload
the license file with License Manager.
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Figure 12
4.
No Internet Connection is Available
Take the memory stick with you and go to another computer that is
connected to Internet, and log on to the address provided. Select
Login Using Product Key and enter the key in the window. Click
Login.
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Figure 13
License Manager Login Window
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In the window that opens, click Product Details open and click
Activate.
5.
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Figure 14
6.
Viewing Product Details
Enter the request code in the Request Code text box and click
Generate.
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Figure 15
Generating License File
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7.
The license file is generated. Save the license file to a media that
you can transfer to the system with MW41 sounding software, for
example, a memory stick.
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Figure 16
License File Successfully Generated
Note that the way in which the file is saved depends on the browser used.
For example, in Internet Explorer, a dialogue appears, asking you about
the file. If you do not provide a specific location on your computer, files
downloaded from the Internet are usually saved in a default location, for
example, C:\users\your name\downloads.
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8.
Take the memory stick with you and go back to the computer
where the License Manager window is still open, and MW41
software is installed with no Internet connection. Click Upload to
load the license file to the system.
Figure 17
9.
Uploading License File
Browse to the location where the license file is stored and click
Open.
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Figure 18
Opening License File
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10.
The green icon indicates that the upload was successful. Click
Continue.
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Figure 19
11.
License File Successfully Uploaded
After a successful activation, the following window is displayed.

The window displays a list of the activated features. Check that the
features installed match your license. Click Quit to exit License
Manager.
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Figure 20
Displaying Installed Features
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12.
Click Yes to restart the system.
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13.
After the system has restarted, the MW41 installation and license
activation is complete.
In case the activation fails, the reason and remedy for the failure are
displayed. Should you need any further assistance, contact Vaisala Help
Desk at helpdesk@vaisala.com.
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Installing Security Certificate

MW41 sounding software uses a security certificate to support HTTPS
protocol in the web browser interface.
NOTE
The security certificate is installed after the MW41 sounding software is

installed for the first time, it is not required after software update.
Note that the security certificate is Windows user-specific, that is, it has
to be installed separately for all Windows users. On Vaisala-delivered
PCs, the security certificate is installed for the default Windows users.
When creating new users, the security certificate needs to be installed
separately for the new users. To install the security certificate, follow the
steps below.
NOTE
Note that if you change the MW41 computer name, you must always
install the security certificate.
Some of the windows presented below differ between 32-bit and 64-bit
operating systems, but the installation steps are the same.
Adding MW41 Address to Trusted Sites

When installing the security certificate on a computer with Windows 8.1
operating system and Internet Explorer version 10, you must first add
MW41s address to Internet Explorers trusted sites. Otherwise you will
not be able to install the security certificate.
- To find out the MW41 address, go to Control Panel, select System
and Security System Full computer name.
- To add the MW41 address to trusted sites, go to Internet Explorer,
select Tools Internet Options - Security - Trusted sites. Click
Sites, Add, and enter the MW41 address.
Installation Steps
1.
Click the icon on the desktop to start MW41 sounding software:
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The Security Alert window appears. Click View Certificate.
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3.
The Certificate window appears. Click Install Certificate.
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4.
Certificate Import Wizard opens. Click Next.
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5.
Select the Place all certificates in the following store option and
click Browse.
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6.
Select Trusted Root Certification Authorities and click OK.
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7.
The Certificate Import Wizard window opens again. Click Next.
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8.
Click Finish.
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9.
In the Security Warning window, click Yes.
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10.
Click OK. The certificate has now been successfully imported.
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11.
Click OK to accept the installed certificate.
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12.
In the Security Alert window, click Yes.
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13.
The security certificate is now installed on the sounding

workstation and MW41 sounding software uses a safe HTTPS
connection.
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Chapter 6 ________________________________________________________ Creating Connections
CHAPTER 6
CREATING CONNECTIONS
This chapter contains instructions on how to connect the MW41
Sounding System components.
Connecting SPS311
To connect the MW41 computer to Sounding Processing Subsystem
SPS311, create the following firewall and SPS311 IP address settings:
1.
2.
3.
NOTE
Make all the physical connections as instructed in section

Connecting Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311 on page 21.
Check that a firewall does not hinder the connections. See section
Using Firewall on page 52.
To change the IP addresses, see section Changing SPS311 IP
Address on page 52.
SPS311s default IP address is 192.168.0.10.

The workstation's default IP address is 192.168.0.1.
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Using Firewall
NOTE
It is recommended to use a firewall between the MW41 workstation and

the sounding subsystem.
Windows Firewall
You do not have to disable the Windows firewall to be able to create
MW41 connections. MW41 installer automatically opens the necessary
ports.
Other Firewalls
Other firewalls require you to open the following ports manually:
- Inbound port 42990 for SPS311
- Outbound port 42900 for SPS311
Changing SPS311 IP Address

After you have created the connection to the unit, you can configure
Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311 unit using the RegConfig
program.
RegConfig is an internal program in SPS311 plug-in units for setting the
communication parameters of the unit.
Connecting to SPS311
There are two ways of connecting to SPS311: VNC and PuTTY. The
primary method is VNC, but, if that fails, you can use PuTTY.
Connecting with VNC
To create a connection to a plug-in unit with VNC:
1.
2.
Switch on the power to the sounding processing subsystem.

Start VNCViewer by selecting Start - Run and type
[MW41 Install Directory]\Utils\VNCViewer\VNCViewer.exe.
(The default MW41 install directory in 64-bit Windows 7 is

C:\Program Files (x86)\Vaisala\MW41\).
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3.
Enter the units default IP address in the VNC server box and click
OK.
- SPS311: 192.168.0.10
4.
Login to the system by entering the following information:
- Session password: Administrator
5.
Click OK.
6.
Start the RegConfig program on the unit by clicking the Start
button and selecting Run.
7.
8.
9.
Type regconfig in the Open text box and click OK.

For information on using the RegConfig program, see section
Using RegConfig to Change the SPS311 IP Address on page 58.
If you have made changes with RegConfig, you are prompted to
save the changes. If you choose to save your changes, the unit
restarts automatically and the VNC connection ends.
If you did not make any changes, end the connection by clicking
Close.
Connecting with PuTTY

To create a connection to a plug-in unit with PuTTY:
1.
2.
3.
Open the SPS311 front cover to access the MRP111 units COM1
port.
Connect the workstation's COM port to the MRP111 unit's COM1
port with cable MW45042.
Start the program by selecting Start Run and type
[MW41 Install Directory]\Utils\Putty\PuTTY.exe
(The default MW41 install directory in 64-bit Windows 7 is

C:\Program Files (x86)\Vaisala\MW41\).
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4.
Click Connection - Serial on the left, and set the properties of the
new connection on the right. See the next step for details.
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5.
In the Serial line field, enter the workstations COM port to which
the cable is connected. In the Speed field, enter the baud rate.
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6.
Configure the settings:

Speed (baud): 19200
Data bits: 8
Stop bits: 1
Parity: None
Flow Control: None
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7.
Click Open. The terminal opens.
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8.
The system prompts you for:

UserName: Administrator (ENTER)
Domain: (empty) (ENTER)
Password: Administrator (ENTER)
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9.
Start the RegConfig program by entering regconfig and press

ENTER. For information on using the RegConfig program, see
section Using RegConfig to Change the SPS311 IP Address on
page 58.
10. If you have made changes with RegConfig, you are prompted to
save the changes. If you choose to save your changes, the unit
restarts automatically and the PuTTY connection ends.
11. If you did not make any changes, end the connection in the
following way:
- SPS311: Type exit and press ENTER.
- Close the program.
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Using RegConfig to Change the SPS311

IP Address
Table 3 below lists the required settings when using RegConfig:
Table 3
Hostname/
Computer name
IPAddress
SubnetMask
DefaultGateway
VaisalaNameServer
NOTE
SPS311 Parameter Settings

=
MRP111-<serial number>
unit's hostname
=
=
=
192.168.0.10
255.255.255.0
0.0.0.0
MMW
unit's IP address
unit's subnet mask
unit's default gateway
Cannot be edited, for viewing
only.
VaisalaNameServer cannot be edited, the information can only be

viewed.
RegConfig also displays hardware information: the serial number of the

plug-in unit and the hardware version.
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Changing the Administrator Password on SPS311

Plug-in unit MRP111 has a user name "administrator", whose default
password is "Administrator". To change the password:
1.
Open a connection to the unit. For details, see section Using

RegConfig to Change the SPS311 IP Address on page 58.
2.
Start User Manager by selecting Start - Run. Type cmd to open a

Command Prompt and then type usermgr.cmd
Double-click Administrator in the Username list.
Type the new password to Password and Confirm Password
boxes.
3.
4.
NOTE
Do not change other options for this user. Memorize the new password
carefully.
5.
Close User Manager by selecting User - Exit. The unit will now
restart. Starting the unit takes about two minutes.
Connecting Ground Check Device RI41

If you have used GC25 for preparing the radiosonde in the previous
soundings, you must disable it before taking Ground Check Device RI41
into use. Follow the steps below to disable GC25.
If you have not used GC25, start from step 4 below.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
In MW41, select Administration Devices, and click open

Radiosonde workstation connection.
Click the drop-down list open and select None. Click Save.
Switch off GC25 and disconnect the cable from the sounding
workstation PC. Disconnect GC25 power cable.
Connect RI41 USB cable to the PCs USB port. The USB cable is
permanently attached to the ground check device. The ground
check device is powered on when it is connected to the PC.
Next, configure RI41 as the ground check device to be used as the
connection between the radiosonde and the sounding workstation.
To do this, go to MW41 sounding software and select
Administration Devices, and click open Radiosonde
workstation connection. Select the correct device in the dropdown list. Select also the correct serial port. Click Save.
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Connecting Ground Check Set GC25
When setting up Ground Check Set GC25, connect the GC25 power
supply connector to the power socket. Then connect the power supply
cable.
To use GC25 with the MW41 system, connect the RS-232 cable to the
slanted serial connector (on the back of the GC25) and to the PC's serial
port. Secure the cable with screws. The RS-232 cable is delivered with
GC25.
Press the power switch. GC25 is ready for use when the display shows
the message "Connect Cable to Sonde".
Filling the Desiccant

When you first install GC25, follow the Filling the GC25 Chamber with
Desiccant instructions on page 61 carefully.
NOTE
Since the desiccant beads need to be dried, it is convenient to use several

desiccant cartridges in rotation with GC25. This eliminates the need to
open and refill the cartridge with dry desiccant beads. Extra cartridges
can be ordered from Vaisala.
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Filling the GC25 Chamber with Desiccant

During first installation:
1.
Pull out the desiccant cartridge from the side of the chamber. Refer
to Figure 21 below.
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Figure 21
Taking Out the Desiccant Cartridge
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2.
Hold the base firmly and open the top of the desiccant cartridge.
Loosen the screws to release the metal top. See Figure 22 below.
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Figure 22
NOTE
Opening the Desiccant Cartridge
Be careful not to deform or damage the metal netting. Always hold the
cartridge by the metal base.
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3.
Fill the metal net enclosure with desiccant beads. See Figure 23
below.
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Figure 23
4.
5.
6.
NOTE
Filling the Desiccant Cartridge
Replace the metal top of the desiccant cartridge.

Tighten the screws to secure the metal top.
Put the desiccant cartridge back in the side of the chamber.
Make sure the chamber cover of GC25 is closed properly.
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Creating Remote Connection

To connect remotely to an MW41 workstation, you must create a trusted
HTTPS connection. See the instructions in section Creating Trusted
HTTPS Connection below.
By default, the security certificate is a self-signed HTTPS certificate. For
instructions on changing the default certificate to that of a Certificate
Authority, see DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Technical
Reference.
Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection

These instructions are for remote client use, that is, when you create a
remote connection to the sounding workstation from another PC.
Note that the procedure is slightly different for different browsers.
NOTE
Remote access HTTPS connection to the MW41 computer requires

inbound port 8443 to be open in all firewalls active in the system.
Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection with Internet

Explorer
After you have installed the security certificate, you can create a remote
connection to the sounding workstation using https.
1.
NOTE
Go to address https://computer.full.name:8443
Use the computer name, not the IP address.

To find out the name of your computer, check the information in the
System Properties window. You can access the window, for example,
by pressing the Windows and Pause key simultaneously.
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2.
Click Continue to this website (not recommended).
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3.
The MW41 login window opens with a "Certificate error" error

message in the browser's address bar. Click the error message and
select View certificates at the bottom.
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4.
5.
To proceed with the installation, follow steps 3 - 13 in section

Installing Security Certificate starting on page 44.
Restart Internet Explorer and go to https://computer.full.name:8443
Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection with Firefox

If you have already installed the certificate for Internet Explorer, as
instructed above in section Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection with
Internet Explorer, you only have to click Confirm Security Exception in
step 4 below, and the HTTPS works for Firefox.
If you have not yet installed the certificate for Internet Explorer, start
from step 1 in the following step list.
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1.
2.
Go to address https://computer.full.name:8443
Click I Understand the Risks.
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3.
Click the Add Exception button.
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4.
First click the Get Certificate button, then click the View button.
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5.
Select the Details tab and click Export.
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6.
NOTE
Select a directory where you wish to save the certificate and click
Save.
The certificate file name is the same as the MW41 computer name. Do
not change the name.
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7.
8.
Click Close.
The saved certificate must be added as Windowss Trust Root
Certificate. Go to Control Panel and select Internet Options on the
left.
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9.
Select the Content tab and click Certificates.
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10.
Select the Trusted Root Certification Authorities tab and click

Import.
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The Certificate Import Wizard window opens. Click Next.
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12.
Click Browse and select the certificate file you saved in step 6
above. Click Open and Next.
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13.
Select Place all certificates in the following store and click

Browse.
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14.
Select Trusted Root Certification Authorities and click OK.
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Click Next.
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16.
Click Finish.
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The Security Warning window opens. Click Yes.
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18.
Click OK.
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19.
In the Certificates window, click Close, and in the Internet

Properties window, click OK.
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20.
Go back to Firefox and click Confirm Security Exception.
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Creating Trusted HTTPS Connection with Google

Chrome
If you use Google Chrome as your web browser, you must install the
security certificate using Internet Explorer, see section Creating Trusted
HTTPS Connection with Internet Explorer on page 64 for instructions.
The security certificate cannot be installed with Chrome.
After you have installed the certificate with Internet Explorer and start
using Chrome, Chrome will also start using a safe HTTPS connection.
Note that in Chrome, https: is crossed out with a red line and a red cross
appears on the lock icon in the browser's address bar, see Figure 24 on
page 76 for an illustration. However, you do not have to worry about this:
Chrome still uses the security certificate in the same way as the other
browsers.
If are using a certificate signed by Certificate Authority and not the
default certificate, the markings will not appear in the address bar.
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Figure 24
Using Security Certificate with Google Chrome
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Chapter 7 ________________________________________________ Starting the Sounding Software
CHAPTER 7
STARTING THE SOUNDING

SOFTWARE
This chapter provides information on what to do after you have
completed the mechanical and software installations for Sounding
System MW41.
Starting the MW41 Software and Logging In

1.
2.
3.
Power on Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311 before turning

on the PC with the sounding software.
Turn on the PC.
To start the MW41 sounding software, either click the MW41 icon
on the desktop, or enter the address
https://full.computer.name:8443 in the address bar of your web
browser. (To see the full name of your computer, you can, for
example, press the Windows key and Pause key simultaneously to
view the computer properties.)
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4.
To make all the necessary configurations, login with your Sounding

administrator username and password. See section Managing
MW41 Users on page 79 for more information about users and user
roles.
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If the Read-only check box is selected, you have read-only rights

to the system, not full control. The check box is selected if another
user already has full control of the system when you log in.
See section Managing MW41 Users on page 79 for more
information on user control in MW41 user interface.
5.
All MW41 services start automatically and a message is displayed

to indicate that the system is starting.
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Managing MW41 Users

In MW41, the users are categorized into three groups with different
privileges. Table 4 below describes the different user roles.
CAUTION
Make sure there is a Sounding administration user with a known

password at all times. Without this, you are unable to do user
management and other system configuration tasks, and may need to
reinstall the MW41 software.
Table 4
MW41 User Roles
Role
Sounding administrator
Sounding manager
Sounding operator
NOTE
Description
A user with full access rights to the
system, including administration of
other users.
A user with extended sounding
operator rights. Allowed to perform
system configuration, but not to
manage users.
A user with normal sounding rights.
Not allowed to delete a sounding from
the archive or upload or download a
sounding, or perform system
configuration.
Only a Sounding administrator user with full control has the rights to
manage the system users.
Default Users and Passwords

When you install the MW41 software, the installer creates three default
users shown in Table 5 below.
NOTE
Passwords are case-sensitive, you must write them in exactly the same
way as in Table 5.
Table 5
MW41 Default Users and Passwords
Username
soundingoperator
soundingmanager
soundingadmin
Password
Operator123
Manager123
Admin123
Role
Sounding operator
Sounding manager
Sounding administrator
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To maintain sufficient level of security, it is highly recommended to

change the default passwords when the system is configured.
As an alternative to changing passwords, you can create entirely new
user-password pairs for all users or user roles your operations may need,
and remove the default users.
Remember to take note of the new users and passwords and save them
securely.
Configuring Software
Before you can start a sounding, set the following configurations in the
Administration tab:
Under Devices:
1.
2.
Give an IP address for SPS311.

Set a serial port for the radiosonde interface, ground check unit or
cable.
Under Sounding:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Set the station parameters:

WMO Station name
WMO Station number (three digits)
WMO Block number (two digits)
WMO Region number
Station position
Set WMO message destinations.
Modify WMO message headers and footers.
Choose the radiosonde preparation mode.
Under User Management:

- Edit the default user settings.
Detailed instructions for making these settings are given in the on-line
help provided with MW41 sounding software. Access the help pages by
clicking the help icon in the application toolbar and in the appropriate
parts of the Administration window.
NOTE
You need Sounding administrator-level rights to MW41 sounding

software to be able to configure the software extensively. Login to
MW41 with username Soundingadmin and password Admin123. The
password is case-sensitive.
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CAUTION
Make sure there is a Sounding administration user with a known

password at all times. Without this, you are unable to do user
management and other system configuration tasks, and may need to
reinstall the MW41 software.
Creating System Backup

A MW41 sounding PC purchased from Vaisala includes a backup of the
PC hard drive on an external hard drive.
When customized settings are ready, a new backup is recommended.
On a PC not acquired from Vaisala, it is recommended to create a backup
when the system setup is ready.
Backup and restore procedures are explained in the Backing Up and
Restoring Windows 7 for MW31/MW41 Sounding System document,
available on the installation DVD.
Logging Out
1.
NOTE
To log out of the sounding software, click the Log out button in the
application header.
The following confirmation message is displayed:
If the MW41 UI is left open for several days, Flash Player will crash. To
recover from the situation, restart the UI.
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Appendix A __________________________________________________ MW41 System Architecture
APPENDIX A
MW41 SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE

Figure 25 on page 85 presents Sounding System MW41 system
architecture with optional components. For detailed information on the
system components, see the appropriate documentation.
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The following numbers refer to Figure 25:

1a
1b
2
3a
3b
4
5a
5b
6
7
8a
8b
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
= Radiosonde RS41 with flight box and Ozone Sensor Interface

Card OIF411
= Radiosonde RS92 with flight box and Ozone Sensor Interface
Card OIF92
= Ozonizer/Test Unit TSC-1
= Vaisala Radiosonde RS41
= Vaisala Radiosonde RS92
= Ground Check Device RI41 for RS41
= Radiosonde RS92 cable DRW231463
= Ground Check Set GC25 for RS92
= Directional Antenna RB31, ASAP-specific model RB31AL
= Omnidirectional Antenna RM32 or RM31N, ASAP-specific
model RM32AL
= GPS Antenna GA31/N, ASAP-specific model GA31AL
= GPS Antenna GA41
= Portable Antenna CG31
= Sounding workstation PC
= Ethernet switch
= Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS311
= Vaisala Filling Balance FB13
= ASAP Launcher ALS211
= Balloon Launcher FB15 for 100 350 g balloons, FB16A
for 100 600 g balloons
= Balloon Launcher FB32
= Edgeport. Not needed with desktop computer.
= RS232/485 converter
= Weather Transmitter WXT520
= QML201-based station, for example AWS310 or AWS430
= MAWS201M TacMet Weather Station
= MILOS 500/520
= Matrix printer
= Inkjet printer
= Portable printer
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GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................ 5

PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................ 11

INSTALLING HARDWARE .......................................................................... 19

Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

INSTALLING SOFTWARE ........................................................................... 25

CREATING CONNECTIONS ........................................................................ 51

STARTING THE SOUNDING SOFTWARE ................................................. 77

MW41 SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE .............................................................. 83

DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Overview with RS41 ...... 12

Manual Revisions ....................................................................... 6

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Chapter 1 _________________________________________________________ General Information

About This Manual

In this manual, RS41 refers to Radiosonde RS41-SG and RS41-SGP,

Contents of This Manual

Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

- Chapter 7, Starting the Sounding Software, provides information on

Chapter 1 _________________________________________________________ General Information

Note highlights important information on using the product.

Ground the product and verify outdoor installation grounding

Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

- When an ESD workbench is not available, ground yourself to the

Dispose of batteries and the unit according to statutory regulations. Do

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Name and model of the product in question

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Chapter 2 ___________________________________________________________ Product Overview

Introduction to Vaisala DigiCORA Sounding

Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Overview with

The following numbers refer to Figure 1 above:

Figure 2 on page 13 shows an overview of MW41 with RS92 and GC25.

Chapter 2 ___________________________________________________________ Product Overview

DigiCORA Sounding System MW41 Overview with

The following numbers refer to Figure 2 above:

Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

Sounding Station Setup Summary

Select a suitable location for sounding.

Chapter 3 __________________________________________________________ Selecting Location

Sounding Operation Room

In a tropical environment, it is recommended that you install an air

Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

Signal Path Line-of-Sight Requirement

GA31, GA31N and GA41 GPS antenna

Antenna description and installation instructions are provided with each

Chapter 3 __________________________________________________________ Selecting Location

Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

Chapter 4 __________________________________________________________ Installing Hardware

MW41 Sounding Workstation Requirements

Web Browser Compliance

Minimum Hardware Requirements

Getting Started Guide ________________________________________________________________

Using Uninterruptible Power System

Make sure to select the correct, country-specific output voltage on the

The UPS includes internal batteries to provide power in case AC input

Chapter 4 __________________________________________________________ Installing Hardware