WatchDog Retrievers

Specifications:

Applications for Plant Management

•  Monitor frost temperatures for real-time decisions to protect crops
•  Track soil moisture and EC in numerous locations for better irrigation practices
•  Record temperature and humidity for decisions regarding disease and insect pressure

Network Components

WatchDog Retriever

Retriever logs sensor data from its network of Pups (max 12 Pups per network).

• Single button operation: switch modes, download data, upload configuration, and check battery status
• Tri-colored LEDs indicate mode, battery level, data communication status, and configuration status
• Non-volatile memory preserves your logged data, even when the batteries are removed
• Transfer data or configuration information via flash drive or direct PC connection
• Internal flash memory on the Retriever will hold approximately 6 months of data for an example, a 10 Pup network using 15 minute logging intervals
• Spectrum-supplied USB flash drive will hold several years of data at the Retriever for a 10 Pup network using 15 minute logging intervals
• 3.5mm stereo port for computer connection USB cable (included)
• AUX port for wireless (DataScout Cellular or WiFi modem) communication connection
• Includes six non-rechargeable AA batteries (8 months typical life)
• DC port for optional AC/DC power adapter (Max 17VDC)
• Optional solar package includes rechargeable battery pack (2200 mAh, 7.2V NiMH), and 5W solar panel
• Retrievers are available in both 900 MHz (US customers) and 2.4 GHz bands (international customers)
• Retriever & Pups Launch Utility software included on USB flash drive

WatchDog Pups

Each Sensor Pup within the network is compatible with a diverse number of sensors and offers flexibility by allowing the grower to monitor the sensor inputs they require.

• Pups are available in 3 types: Sensor Pup, Station Pup, and Repeater Pup
• Single button operation: check battery status, signal strength, and join sensor network
• Tri-colored LEDs indicate battery level, signal strength, and data communication status
• Includes six non-rechargeable AA batteries (8 months typical life)
• Communication range of 2,500 ft (about 1/2 mile), line-of-sight installation recommended between Pups or Retriever
• Pups are available in both 900 MHz (US customers) and 2.4 GHz bands (international customers)

WatchDog Sensor Pups

• Connect up to 4 external sensors via 2.5mm stereo-plug
• Can monitor high, low, current, and average values for each sensor during each logging period

WatchDog Station Pups

• Connects to your existing WatchDog 2000 Series Full and Mini Weather Stations
• Sends all Weather Station sensor data to your Retriever network
• No external sensors, can only be connected to another device

WatchDog Repeater Pups

• Provide added range to WatchDog Retriever networks
• Serves as a “hopping node” around buildings or obstacles, or over high sections of your fields
• No external sensors can be connected

 

Detailed Product Information

External Sensors

• Customize each WatchDog Pup to monitor only the parameters you need
• Most Spectrum sensors are Pup-compatible, including :
  • Soil Moisture Sensors (WaterScout SM 300, WaterScout SMEC 300, and Watermark sensors)
  • LightScout Light Sensors (Solar Radiation, UV, and Quantum light)
  • Leaf Wetness Sensors
  • Temperature and Humidity Sensors
  • Barometric Pressure Sensors
  • CO₂ Sensors
  • Rainfall and Wind Speed/Direction Sensors