Error Messages Reference

Overview

This document describes the error messages that you may find in the WxService system log, and provides suggestions for fixing the problem. The values in curly braces are placeholders for replaceable parameters. They will be replaced with actual values in the system log.

Invalid administrator key

User attempted to configure the server without setting the correct administrator key. See Configuration Quick Reference for instructions on how to configure authentication.

Counter reset to {0}

The precipitation sensor counter should always count up. This error indicates that the current value is less than the previous value. This may happen if the sensor loses power and the backup battery is dead.

Device not found: Address = {0}, file = {1}, family = {2}

A search for a 1-Wire device with the specified address, device file or device family failed. This may happen if the device address or the device file are in error, or the device is not connected, or if there is interference on the 1-Wire bus. The barometer task uses the device file name to identify the 1-Wire switches inside the AAG Pressure Sensor.

Device not found: Address = {0}, family = {1}

A search for a 1-Wire device with the specified address or device family failed. This may happen if the device address is in error, or the device is not connected, or if there is interference on the 1-Wire bus. All device tasks use the device family or device address to locate devices on the 1-Wire bus.

Abnormal operation completion status

The barometer task logs this error if the pressure sensor does not report the expected value at the end of a command. If this error persists, it indicates a device malfunction, or persistent interference on the 1-Wire bus.

Data conversion timeout

The barometer task logs this error if the A/D conversion does not complete within the expected time. If this error persists, it indicates a device malfunction, or persistent interference on the 1-Wire bus.

Could not connect to any host in the rotation list

The APRS formatter logs this error if it cannot connect to any of the hosts in the host rotation aprs.formatter.address configuration setting. If this error persists, and check your network and Internet connection. If they're working properly, check CWOP News for server issues.

Timing tolerance error: {0} = {1, number}

The anemometer task logs this error when the time between samples exceeds plus or minus 20% of the anemometer.task.sampling.interval configuration setting. This may occur if the computer becomes extremely busy, and cannot read the device at the specified intervals, or if the system clock changes abruptly (syncs with a network time server, or user sets the system clock). See the "Enable Incremental Time Sync" entry on my Tech Notes page.

Access tolerance error: {0} = {1, number}

The anemometer task logs this error when the time to access the anemometer spin counter exceeds 250 milliseconds. This may occur if the computer becomes extremely busy while attempting to access the device.

Undefined pattern

The wind vane task logs this error when the A/D converters return values that it cannot resolve into a directional heading. This occurs if the wind vane changes direction rapidly while the device is being read. This is not usually a serious error unless happens more than a few times a day. Gusty winds can aggravate the problem.

Data value error: {0} = {1, number}

Various sensor tasks log this error if a value is outside the expected range. The error format will be description = value to explain the error. If this error persists for a given device, it might be out of calibration, or the device might be malfunctioning.

Data value error: {0} = {1, number}, {2} = {3, number}

Various sensor tasks log this error if a value is outside the expected range. The error format will be description = value, description = value to explain the error. If this error persists for a given device, it might be out of calibration, or the device might be malfunctioning.

1-Wire errors, no data, data validation and CRC errors

These errors indicate problems with the 1-Wire bus. This usually indicates interference on the 1-Wire bus, or wiring problems. Refer to the Dallas tech note Guidelines for Reliable 1-Wire Networks for detailed troubleshooting tips.