
CNR1 Net Radiometer
Albedo=CM3Dn/CM3Up
UpTot=CM3Up+CG3Up
DnTot=CM3Dn+CG3Dn
NetTot=UpTot-DnTot
CG3UpCo=CG3Up+5.67*10^-8*CNR1TK^4
CG3DnCo=CG3Dn+5.67*10^-8*CNR1TK^4
'Call Data Tables and Store Data
CallTable(Table1)
NextScan
EndProg
7. Calibration
The CNR1 should be recalibrated every two years, or as an alternative, by
letting a higher standard run parallel to it over a two-day period and then
comparing the results. For comparison of pyranometers, one should use a clear
day. For comparison of pyrgeometers, one should compare nighttime results.
Deviations of more than 6% can be used to correct the calibration factors.
8. Troubleshooting
If there is no clue as to what may be the problem, start performing the
following "upside-down test", which is a rough test for a first diagnosis. It can
be performed both outdoors and indoors. Indoors, a lamp can be used as a
source for both Solar and Far Infrared radiation. Outdoors one should
preferably work with a solar elevation of more than 45 degrees (45 degrees
above horizon) and of course under stable conditions (no large changes in solar
irradiance, preferably cloudless).
1. Measure the radiation outputs in the normal position. Record the
measured values when the signals have stabilized, i.e. after about three
minutes.
2. Rotate the instrument 180 degrees, so that the upper and the lower sensors
are now in the reverse orientation as to the previous position.
3. Measure the radiation outputs once more. Record the measured values
when the radiometers have stabilized.
4. Since of the all sensors are trimmed, the values in the rotated position
should be equal in magnitude, only differing in sign. In a rough test like
this, deviations of +/- 10 % can be tolerated. If deviations greater than
this are encountered, the following tests might help.
8.1 Testing the CM3
As a first test we recommend that one check the sensor impedance. It should
have a nominal value as indicated in the specifications. Zero, or infinite
resistance, indicates a failure in hardware connection.
Before starting the second test measurement, let the CM3 rest for at least five
minutes to let it regain its thermal equilibrium. For testing, set a voltmeter to
its most sensitive range setting. Darken the sensor. The signal should read
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