Davis Instruments WeatherLink DAV-6510USB 数据表

Rev A 2/1/07 

 

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Application Note

 

INTRODUCTION 
 
To use your current WeatherLink weather station on your new PC, it will be necessary to transfer data files to the new 
PC.  The process may seem complicated, but is straight forward when you break the process down into its basic 
components.  This document will attempt to outline the process and the various components that may be needed.  
Instructions are also provided to help you setup the connection to your weather station on your new PC. 
 
 
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 
 
If you installed WeatherLink on your old PC using the default setup, and you want the same installation on your new 
PC, weather data can be transferred easily and simply: 
 
Move The Weather Data Files:   

•  Copy the entire WeatherLink folder (with the name “WeatherLink”) from the C: drive on the old PC  

•  Paste it to the C: drive on the new PC.  (You can paste the folder elsewhere if you prefer a different setup with 

your new PC.) 

 
Install WeatherLink:   

•  Place your WeatherLink software disc into the new PC’s CD drive to install the icons on the Start Menu and 

desktop.   

•  For USB versions, be sure to have USB drivers checked when installing.  This is an absolute requirement to 

use the USB connection. 

 
Connect Your Weather Station:   

•  Follow the “Getting Started Guide” instructions to tell you how to connect a Serial or USB connection to your 

weather station and verify the connection is working. 

 
If you understand how to do what was just described, then there is no need to read further.  If you need more guidance, 
continue reading. 
 
 
DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS 
 
Move the Weather Data Files 
 
If both PCs are connected through a network with a file server or shared folders, it is possible to copy the WeatherLink 
folder to the network temporarily and then to the new PC.  If the local drive (commonly the C: drive) on both PCs is a 
shared drive on the network this will not be necessary.  Otherwise, an external USB drive or a writable-disc is probably 
the best solution.  For older PCs without a network connection, a writable disc drive, or USB ports (before Windows 
98SE), the best solution may be to e-mail your files to yourself and open them on the new PC.  If the total number of 
files is too large to e-mail, you can get a program that shrinks the files to a manageable size.  The most common 
program of this type is WinZip.  A free trial version can be downloaded from the Internet:  

http://www.winzip.com/downwz.htm

 .  If none of these solutions are viable, then you may need to consult someone 

who can provide a more advanced solution.