All three options require a personal
computer and appropriate software. The C-Band and KU-Band satellite
service options require purchase of an outdoor satellite dish
(antenna) and indoor Calypso receiver from DynCorp. Professional
Installation is available from DynCorp for an additional fee.
The INTERNET Service option is free (the only required fee is
a one-time $25 registration payable to DynCorp; technical/set-up
support is available from DynCorp for a fee).
Software is needed
to capture, manipulate, select, and display NWWS data. NWS
supported sites use the Skytap for Weather Wire Software available
from Marta
Systems, Inc., Meteorological Systems and Services.
Windows NT or Windows 2000 are the preferred operating systems
for use with the Skytap for Weather Wire software.