There is only one hive on a scale. I put new batteries in it last week so it should give weight readings for the next 3 months.
I still need to set up the other temperature monitors with new batteries.
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There is only one hive on a scale. I put new batteries in it last week so it should give weight readings for the next 3 months.
I still need to set up the other temperature monitors with new batteries.
I would be curious about this Jon, Where did you get the equipmnet scales /temp monoitors amd would you be interested in posting your results.
http://www.arnia.co.uk perhaps?
If so, I have a follow-up question Jon ... is the stated battery life of the base station and individual monitors realistic? Do yours need replacing because they ran out faster than expected or because life/queen rearing/Eastenders/chatting with mates etc. got in the way and you forgot?
The equipment costs a fortune. It came to the association via a grant. I'll post up anything of interest.
Arnia is the supplier.
Edit
The gateway unit lasts about 6 months but the internal hive monitors only seem to last 2-3 months between battery changes. This aspect of the system is a pita.
The build quality of the monitors is poor as well and I have had to get several replaced. They are not properly sealed for a humid environment.
That site looks interesting, Ill read it later dont see any mention of costs there. Look forward to the info you post.
a £10,000 grant bought 8 transmitter units, 32 monitors, 8 scales and 8 rainfall measuring units.
OOOK think ill pass. crikey expensive
Hi Greengage
What hive info did you have in mind for measuring
Most stuff can be done with a bit of DIY hacking I would think
An A8 could tell you if your hive blew over for instance
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GPS-Tracke...3D171287942682
Don't know if that link will work
There are loads of projects that might fit the bill
http://www.instructables.com/id/Rasp...ical-Assembly/
When that £5.00 Pi is released it might be worth a go
Google will have lots