Doppler SODAR - PCS.2000-24

The Metek Doppler SODAR PCS.2000 is an acoustic sounder that measures vertical profiles of wind and turbulence, monitors inversion layers and derives stability classes in height ranges 15 m … ≥ 1000 m. The system is fully integrated with the Metek RASS radar system for vertical profiling of temperatures.

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The PCS.2000 offers easy handling and simple set up, high flexibility in operation and well proven analysing techniques. Powerful software tools are available for system control, automatic data storage and further off-line processing,for remote access by Modem (GSM), for data analysis and professional graphic displays including time series, profiles, contour plots, statistics.

The low power version of the Doppler SODAR PCS.2000 fits perfectly for mobile stand-alone profiling at remote sites with solar supply. Mobile system has a quick set up and a downsized antenna.

No. Of loudspeakers (special arrangements)	24 (2+4+6+6+4+2)
Frequency	1500 – 2600 Hz
Multi frequency	Available
Horizontal wind components	±50 m/s
Wind direction	0 – 360 °
Vertical wind speed	<= ±10 m/s
Operating temperature	-30 to + 55 ° C outdoor
Number of gates	1 – 40 adjustable (more on request)
Minimum measuring height	>= 15 m, adjustable
Height resolution	>= 5 m, adjustable
Measuring height	500 m, max 1000 m
Antenna gain	Typ 20 dB
Beam width	7 – 12 ° (depends on frequency)
Power consumption	Approx. 150W average
Low Power Version	<= 50W
Antenna heating (optional)	300 W max, automatically controlled
Dimensions (without enclosure)	800 X 800 (mm)
Mass (without enclosure)	50 kg