Peet Brothers Ultimeter 2100

[Tim Shriver]

Howdy,

Just received a Ultimeter 2100 for the B-Day and wanted
some input.

1. What software for displaying live weather data on the web is the best?

2. Cables are phone line style, how well do they hold up over time
and should I shield them on the house?

3. Will any RJ-45 to DB9 serial cable work for the PC connection?

4. Does regular modular phone line/plugs/jacks work with the sensors?

#3 and #4 Peet is hesitant to answer as they want me
to purchase their cables and I would rather get them faster
via local supply.

Any other tips or suggestions will be most welcome...

Thanks,

Tim

 

[Joe Dorn]

Howdy,

Just received a Ultimeter 2100 for the B-Day and wanted
some input.

1. What software for displaying live weather data on the web is the best?

2. Cables are phone line style, how well do they hold up over time
and should I shield them on the house?

3. Will any RJ-45 to DB9 serial cable work for the PC connection?

4. Does regular modular phone line/plugs/jacks work with the sensors?

#3 and #4 Peet is hesitant to answer as they want me
to purchase their cables and I would rather get them faster
via local supply.

Any other tips or suggestions will be most welcome...

Thanks,

Tim

I have two 2100's and have used standard connectors, purchased and built, for the cables... Cat 5 works great for the long wire if you have the single cable boxes...

Weather Display is used by a lot of folks for Peet and other vendor's hardware. The following forum will get you to the info about the program. one time charge for lifetime use and updates...

http://www.weather-watch.com/smf/index.php

I am not impressed with Peet's Weather Text software...

If you are a ham the Peet boxes are the only ones that are standalone APRS ready with no computer support needed. You will need a TNC of some description...

I have not used a serial to USB converter with the 2100...

BTW, I had the U2000 before the 2100's and have had good service with them since about 1998...

Peet, like Davis, is not commercial equipment but it is good amateur gear...

 

[Tim Shriver]

Thanks for the info. I am using WD now and might stick with it.

Sending data via the Internet to WUnderground and CWOP/APRS
and Weather Bug.


Made my own data/serial cable and working great!

Thanks

Tim