Teledyne RD Instruments SENTINEL V SELF-CONTAINED, SENTINEL V REAL-TIME Operation Manual

SENTINEL V SELF-CONTAINED SENTINEL V REAL-TIME

OPERATION MANUAL

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P/N 95D-6002-00 (September 2017)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 – SELF-CONTAINED SENTINEL V OVERVIEW ...............................................................................................1

Sentinel V Features ...................................................................................................................................... 2

Available Options ......................................................................................................................................... 5

System Inventory ......................................................................................................................................... 6

Software Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 6

Computer Considerations ............................................................................................................................ 7

Power Considerations .................................................................................................................................. 8

Touch Sensor Response / System Beeps ...................................................................................................... 9

Connecting to the Sentinel V ADCP .............................................................................................................. 9

Using the Wireless Connection ............................................................................................................ 10

Touch Sensor ................................................................................................................................. 11

Connect .......................................................................................................................................... 11

Start ReadyV .................................................................................................................................. 12

Connecting to another ADCP................................................................................................................ 14

Restoring a ReadyV Lost Connection .................................................................................................... 15

Wireless Connection Common Issues .................................................................................................. 16

CHAPTER 1A – REAL-TIME SENTINEL V OVERVIEW .....................................................................................................21

Sentinel V Real-Time Features ..................................................................................................................... 22

Available Real-Time Options ................................................................................................................ 23

Health & Environment Monitoring Sensors ......................................................................................... 24

Comparing Self-Contained & Real-Time ............................................................................................... 25

Real-Time System Inventory ........................................................................................................................ 26

Real-Time Software Overview ...................................................................................................................... 27

Real-Time Computer Considerations ........................................................................................................... 28

Real-Time Power Considerations ................................................................................................................. 29

Real-Time Touch Sensor Response / System Beeps ..................................................................................... 30

Real-Time ADCP Commands ........................................................................................................................ 30

Connecting to the Sentinel V Real-Time ....................................................................................................... 31

Using Sentinel V RT Utilities ................................................................................................................. 32

Using Ethernet Communications .......................................................................................................... 33

Using Directed UDP Output ........................................................................................................... 33

Using UDP broadcast Output ......................................................................................................... 34

Using the Sentinel-V Real-Time Utilities Page ...................................................................................... 34

Installing Sentinel-V Real-Time Firmware Upgrades ...................................................................... 34

Downloading Sentinel V Real-Time Log Files ................................................................................. 36

Installing Feature Upgrades ......................................................................................................................... 37

Using the Trigger .......................................................................................................................................... 38

CHAPTER 1C – SWITCHING RT AND SC MODES .........................................................................................................39

Switching RT and SC Modes ......................................................................................................................... 39

Switching to the Sentinel V Real-Time Mode ....................................................................................... 40

Switching to the Sentinel V Self-Contained Mode ............................................................................... 41

CHAPTER 2 – USING READYV ...............................................................................................................................43

ReadyV Interface Features ........................................................................................................................... 44

Using the Home Panel .................................................................................................................................. 46

Using the ReadyV Panels ...................................................................................................................... 47

Creating and Saving Scenarios.............................................................................................................. 48

Collecting Waves Data .......................................................................................................................... 50

Example Waves Setups .................................................................................................................. 51

Opening a Saved Scenario .................................................................................................................... 51

Deleting a Saved Scenario .................................................................................................................... 52

Using the Set Sampling Strategy Panels ....................................................................................................... 53

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Error Messages ..................................................................................................................................... 54

Step 1: Scenario .................................................................................................................................... 54

Step 2: Settings..................................................................................................................................... 55

Using Real-Time Serial Data Output ............................................................................................................. 55

Serial Port Application Notes ............................................................................................................... 57

Step 3: Profiling .................................................................................................................................... 59

Using the Review System Panel ................................................................................................................... 61

Sensor Data .......................................................................................................................................... 62

Activating and Deactivating Features ................................................................................................... 64

Using the Download Data Panel ................................................................................................................... 65

Using Download Managers .................................................................................................................. 67

Using the System Check Panel ..................................................................................................................... 68

Installing Firmware Upgrades .............................................................................................................. 69

ReadyV Log Files ................................................................................................................................... 70

Using the Review Resources Panel ............................................................................................................... 70

Using the Deployment Checklist Panel ........................................................................................................ 72

Starting or Stopping Deployments ....................................................................................................... 73

Running ReadyV Offline ............................................................................................................................... 74

CHAPTER 3 - INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................75

Attaching the Handle ................................................................................................................................... 76

Transducer Cover ......................................................................................................................................... 76

Mounting the Instrument ............................................................................................................................ 77

WorkHorse to Sentinel V Mount Adapter .................................................................................................... 79

Connecting Cables and Dummy Plugs .......................................................................................................... 80

Using the AC Power Adapter ........................................................................................................................ 81

Cable Wiring Diagrams ................................................................................................................................. 82

Connecting the External Battery Case .......................................................................................................... 83

Using Bottom Mounts .................................................................................................................................. 84

Using Buoy Mounts and Load Cages ............................................................................................................ 86

Using an Over-the-Side Mount..................................................................................................................... 87

Over-the-Side Mounting Special Considerations ................................................................................. 87

Routing Cables ............................................................................................................................................. 88

Using a Sea Chest ......................................................................................................................................... 90

CHAPTER 4 - MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................93

Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................................................................. 94

Calibration Items .................................................................................................................................. 94

Maintenance Items and Inspection ...................................................................................................... 95

Parts Location Drawings ............................................................................................................................... 96

Tools and Spares Parts ................................................................................................................................. 97

Disassembly and Assembly Procedures ....................................................................................................... 102

Disassembling the Sentinel V ............................................................................................................... 102

Removing the End-Cap ................................................................................................................... 102

Removing the Transducer Head Assembly ..................................................................................... 103

Reassembling the Sentinel V ................................................................................................................ 104

Replacing the End-Cap ................................................................................................................... 104

Replacing the Transducer Head Assembly ..................................................................................... 106

Replacing the Sentinel V Battery .................................................................................................................. 107

Testing the Lithium Battery Pack.......................................................................................................... 107

Replacing the Battery Pack ................................................................................................................... 108

Replacing Individual D Cell Batteries .................................................................................................... 109

Replacing the External Battery Case Packs ........................................................................................... 111

Calibrating the Compass .............................................................................................................................. 112

Compass Calibration............................................................................................................................. 114

Using the Compass Calibration Stand .................................................................................................. 116

Calibration Score .................................................................................................................................. 118

Troubleshooting a Low Calibration Score............................................................................................. 119

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Restore to Factory Defaults .................................................................................................................. 119

Periodic Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 120

Running the Built-in Tests .................................................................................................................... 121

Testing the Sentinel V Self-Contained ............................................................................................ 121

Testing the Sentinel V Real-Time ................................................................................................... 121

Setting the Date and Time .................................................................................................................... 122

Setting the Date and Time on Self-Contained Systems .................................................................. 122

Setting the Date and Time on Real-Time Systems ......................................................................... 123

Replacing the O-Ring ............................................................................................................................ 124

Filling the Pressure Sensor Cavity with Oil ........................................................................................... 125

Zero the Pressure Sensor ..................................................................................................................... 127

Cleaning the Thermistor Cover............................................................................................................. 127

Replacing the Desiccant ....................................................................................................................... 128

Replacing the Captive Nuts .................................................................................................................. 129

Replacing the Battery Springs .............................................................................................................. 130

Replacing the Battery Separators ......................................................................................................... 130

Preventing Biofouling ........................................................................................................................... 131

Removing Biofouling ............................................................................................................................ 132

CHAPTER 5 - TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................................................................................133

Troubleshooting Steps ................................................................................................................................. 134

Troubleshooting Communication Issues ...................................................................................................... 134

Determining if the System is RT or SC .......................................................................................................... 135

Troubleshooting Wireless Issues .................................................................................................................. 135

Troubleshooting Serial Issues ....................................................................................................................... 136

Troubleshooting Ethernet Issues ................................................................................................................. 137

Troubleshooting UDP Issues ................................................................................................................. 137

Troubleshooting ReadyV Issues ................................................................................................................... 138

ReadyV Does Not Start ......................................................................................................................... 138

Solving Partially Cut Off Screen Issues ................................................................................................. 138

Solving Download Data Issues .............................................................................................................. 138

Troubleshooting a Built-In Test Failure ........................................................................................................ 140

Troubleshooting Data Problems .................................................................................................................. 140

Using Board-Level Ethernet Connection ...................................................................................................... 141

Open the Transducer............................................................................................................................ 141

Connecting to the ADCP via Ethernet................................................................................................... 141

Replacing the Transducer Head Assembly ........................................................................................... 143

Troubleshooting a System Reset Issue ......................................................................................................... 143

CHAPTER 6 - RETURNING SYSTEMS TO TRDI FOR SERVICE ............................................................................................145

Shipping the ADCP ....................................................................................................................................... 146

Returning Systems to the TRDI..................................................................................................................... 147

Returning Systems to TRDI Europe .............................................................................................................. 148

CHAPTER 7 - SPECIFIC ATIONS ................................................................................................................................151

Outline Installation Drawings ....................................................................................................................... 157

CHAPTER 8 – REAL-TIME COMMANDS ....................................................................................................................183

Data Communication and Command Format .............................................................................................. 184

Command Input Processing ................................................................................................................. 184

Data Output Processing........................................................................................................................ 185

Command Summary ..................................................................................................................................... 186

Command Descriptions ................................................................................................................................ 189

? – Help Menus .............................................................................................................................. 189

Break .............................................................................................................................................. 190

OL – Display Feature List ................................................................................................................ 190

Y – Display Banner ......................................................................................................................... 191

Sensor Commands ....................................................................................................................................... 192

Available Sensor Commands ................................................................................................................ 192

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Standard Sensor Commands ................................................................................................................ 192

AZ – Zero Pressure Sensor ............................................................................................................. 192

Bottom Track Commands ............................................................................................................................. 193

Available Bottom Track Commands ..................................................................................................... 193

BA - Evaluation Amplitude Minimum ............................................................................................. 194

BC - Correlation Magnitude Minimum ........................................................................................... 194

BE - Error Velocity Maximum ......................................................................................................... 194

BF - Manual Fixed Altitude ............................................................................................................. 195

BP – Bottom-Track Pings per Ensemble ......................................................................................... 195

BX – Maximum Search Altitude ..................................................................................................... 196

Expert Bottom Track Commands ......................................................................................................... 197

#BB – Bottom Blank ....................................................................................................................... 197

#BH – Gain Switch Threshold ......................................................................................................... 197

#BI – Gain Switch Altitude .............................................................................................................. 197

#BY – Transmit Length ................................................................................................................... 198

Control System Commands .......................................................................................................................... 199

Available Control System Commands .................................................................................................. 199

Control System Command Descriptions ............................................................................................... 199

CB – Serial Port Control .................................................................................................................. 199

CF – Set Control Flags..................................................................................................................... 200

CK – Save Command Parameters to Flash ..................................................................................... 201

CN - Network Configuration Menu ................................................................................................ 201

CR – Restore Command Defaults ................................................................................................... 203

CS – Start Pinging (Go) ................................................................................................................... 204

CState – Pinging State Query ......................................................................................................... 204

CStop – Stop Pinging ...................................................................................................................... 204

CT – Turnkey Mode ........................................................................................................................ 205

CU - Set Update Mode ................................................................................................................... 206

CW – Output the Last Stored Ensemble ......................................................................................... 207

Expert Control System Commands ....................................................................................................... 208

#CC – Update Global Variables ...................................................................................................... 208

#CG – Set Beam Matrix Output Frequency .................................................................................... 208

#CR – Reboot System ..................................................................................................................... 208

#CM – Set System Communication Mode ..................................................................................... 209

Environmental Commands ........................................................................................................................... 210

Available Environmental Commands ................................................................................................... 210

Environmental Command Descriptions ................................................................................................ 210

EA – Heading Alignment ................................................................................................................ 210

EB – Heading Bias ........................................................................................................................... 211

EC – Speed of Sound ...................................................................................................................... 211

ED – Depth of Transducer .............................................................................................................. 212

EH – Heading .................................................................................................................................. 212

EM – Disable Beam ........................................................................................................................ 213

EP – Pitch (Tilt 1) ............................................................................................................................ 213

ER – Roll (Tilt 2) .............................................................................................................................. 213

ES – Salinity .................................................................................................................................... 214

ET – Temperature .......................................................................................................................... 214

EU – System Orientation ................................................................................................................ 214

EX – Coordinate Transformation .................................................................................................... 215

EZ – Sensor Source ......................................................................................................................... 218

Expert Environmental Command Descriptions .................................................................................... 219

#EI - Roll Misalignment Angle ........................................................................................................ 219

#EJ - Pitch Misalignment Angle ...................................................................................................... 220

Fault Log Commands .................................................................................................................................... 221

Available Fault Log Commands ............................................................................................................ 221

Fault Log Command Descriptions ......................................................................................................... 221

FC – Clear Fault Log ........................................................................................................................ 221

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FD – Display Fault Log .................................................................................................................... 221

Performance and Testing Commands .......................................................................................................... 222

Available Performance and Testing Commands ................................................................................... 222

Performance and Testing Command Descriptions ............................................................................... 222

PA – Run Go/No-Go Tests .............................................................................................................. 222

PC – User Interactive Built-In Tests ................................................................................................ 223

PD – Set Output Format ................................................................................................................. 225

PF – Results from most recent PA tests ......................................................................................... 225

PS – Display System Parameters .................................................................................................... 225

PT – Built-In Tests........................................................................................................................... 227

Sync/Trigger Commands .............................................................................................................................. 228

Available Sync/Trigger Commands ....................................................................................................... 228

SA – Trigger Events ........................................................................................................................ 228

SM – Trigger Mode ........................................................................................................................ 228

ST – Trigger Timeout ...................................................................................................................... 229

Timing Commands ....................................................................................................................................... 230

Available Timing Commands ................................................................................................................ 230

Standard Timing Commands ................................................................................................................ 230

TE – Time Per Ensemble ................................................................................................................. 230

TP – Time Between Pings ............................................................................................................... 231

TS – Set Real-Time Clock ................................................................................................................ 231

Expert Timing Commands .................................................................................................................... 232

#TM – Set Minimum Time Between Pings ..................................................................................... 232

Water Profiling Commands .......................................................................................................................... 233

Available Water Profiling Commands ................................................................................................... 233

Standard Water Profiling Commands ................................................................................................... 234

WB – Bandwidth ............................................................................................................................ 234

WC – Correlation Threshold ........................................................................................................... 234

WD – Data Out ............................................................................................................................... 235

WF – Blank after Transmit ............................................................................................................. 235

WM – Water Profiling Mode .......................................................................................................... 236

WN – Number of Bins .................................................................................................................... 236

WP – Number of Pings ................................................................................................................... 236

WS – Bin Size .................................................................................................................................. 237

WV – Ambiguity Velocity ............................................................................................................... 237

Expert Water Profiling Commands ....................................................................................................... 238

#WA – False Target Threshold ....................................................................................................... 238

#WE - Error Velocity Threshold ...................................................................................................... 238

#WJ – BroadBand Receiver Gain .................................................................................................... 239

#WT – Transmit Length .................................................................................................................. 239

Vertical Beam Profile Commands ................................................................................................................. 240

Available Vertical Beam Profile Commands ......................................................................................... 240

Standard Vertical Beam Profile Commands ......................................................................................... 240

ZP – Vertical Beam Number of Pings.............................................................................................. 240

Expert Vertical Beam Profile Commands ............................................................................................. 241

#ZB – Vertical Beam Bandwidth ..................................................................................................... 241

#ZC – Vertical Beam Correlation Threshold ................................................................................... 241

#ZD – Vertical Beam Data Out ....................................................................................................... 241

#ZF – Vertical Beam Blanking Distance .......................................................................................... 242

#ZJ – Vertical Beam Gain ................................................................................................................ 242

#ZM – Vertical Beam Profile Mode ................................................................................................ 243

#ZN – Vertical Beam Number of Bins ............................................................................................. 243

#ZS – Vertical Beam Bin Size .......................................................................................................... 244

#ZV – Vertical Beam Ambiguity Velocity ........................................................................................ 244

CHAPTER 9 – OUTPUT DATA FORMAT .....................................................................................................................245

Comparing Sentinel V PD0 to WorkHorse PD0 ............................................................................................. 246

PD0 Output Data Format ............................................................................................................................. 248

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Header Data Format ............................................................................................................................. 249

Fixed Leader Data Format .................................................................................................................... 251

Variable Leader Data Format ............................................................................................................... 256

Velocity Data Format............................................................................................................................ 261

Correlation Magnitude, Echo Intensity, and Percent-Good Data Format ............................................ 263

Transformation Matrix Format ............................................................................................................ 266

Sentinel V Specific Structures ............................................................................................................... 268

Sentinel V System Configuration .................................................................................................... 268

Sentinel V Ping Setup ..................................................................................................................... 270

Sentinel V ADC Data ....................................................................................................................... 272

Sentinel V Features Data ................................................................................................................ 273

Vertical Beam Data ............................................................................................................................... 276

Vertical Beam Leader ..................................................................................................................... 276

Vertical Beam Velocity Data Format .............................................................................................. 278

Vertical Beam Correlation Magnitude, Percent Good Data Format, and Amplitude ..................... 279

Bottom-Track Data Format .................................................................................................................. 281

Reserved BIT Data Format .................................................................................................................... 285

Checksum Data Format ........................................................................................................................ 285

Diagnostic Structures ........................................................................................................................... 286

Sentinel V Event Log ...................................................................................................................... 286

Wave Parameter Structures ................................................................................................................. 287

Wave Parameters .......................................................................................................................... 287

Wave Parameters2 – Sea and Swell ............................................................................................... 289

APPENDIX A - COASTAL SURVEY WITH SV RT AND WINRIVER II ....................................................................................291

APPENDIX B - NOTICE OF COMPLIANCE ...................................................................................................................293

Date of Manufacture .................................................................................................................................... 294

Environmental Friendly Use Period (EFUP) .................................................................................................. 294

WEEE ............................................................................................................................................................ 294

CE ................................................................................................................................................................. 295

Material Disclosure Table ............................................................................................................................. 296

APPENDIX C - GPL COMPLIANCE NOTICE .................................................................................................................297

GPL Compliance ........................................................................................................................................... 298

GNU General Public License ................................................................................................................. 298

GNU Lesser General Public License ...................................................................................................... 303

APPENDIX D – END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT .........................................................................................................311

APPENDIX E – QUICK START CARDS........................................................................................................................315

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1. Sentinel V100 5 Beam Overview with Battery Pack and Optional End-Cap Connector .............. 2

Figure 2. Sentinel V20 with D Cell Batteries and Optional End-Cap call out beam numbers .................... 3

Figure 3. External Battery Case Overview ................................................................................................. 4

Figure 4. Using the ReadyV Wireless Connection ................................................................................... 13

Figure 5. Real-Time (RT) Housing Overview ............................................................................................ 22

Figure 6. Sentinel V Real-Time Serial Connection ................................................................................... 31

Figure 7. Sentinel V Real-Time Ethernet Connection .............................................................................. 31

Figure 8. Sentinel V RT Utilities Page....................................................................................................... 36

Figure 9. Home Panel .............................................................................................................................. 46

Figure 10. Creating a Scenario Flow Chart ................................................................................................ 47

Figure 11. Set Sampling Strategy Panels ................................................................................................... 53

Figure 12. Recommended Computer Power Options Setting for Real-Time Serial Data Output .............. 58

Figure 13. Review System Panel ................................................................................................................ 61

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Figure 14. Pitch, Roll and Heading ............................................................................................................ 62

Figure 15. Raw Pitch .................................................................................................................................. 63

Figure 16. Raw Roll .................................................................................................................................... 63

Figure 17. Activating and Deactivating Features ....................................................................................... 64

Figure 18. Download Data Panel ............................................................................................................... 65

Figure 19. System Check Panel .................................................................................................................. 68

Figure 20. Updating the Firmware ............................................................................................................ 69

Figure 21. Review Resources Panel ........................................................................................................... 70

Figure 22. Deployment Panel .................................................................................................................... 72

Figure 23. Handle ...................................................................................................................................... 76

Figure 24. Transducer Cover ..................................................................................................................... 76

Figure 25. Mounting the Instrument ......................................................................................................... 77

Figure 26. Example Sentinel V End-Cap Mount ......................................................................................... 77

Figure 27. Gimbal Bottom Mount ............................................................................................................. 78

Figure 28. 81D-5000 Mounting Clamp Adapter Kit ................................................................................... 79

Figure 29. 81D-5001 End-Cap Mounting Plate Adapter Kit ....................................................................... 79

Figure 30. Removing the End-Cap Connector 8-Pin Dummy Plug ............................................................. 80

Figure 31. Using the Real-Time Serial Output and AC Power Adapter ...................................................... 81

Figure 32. 73D-3112 – Underwater Y-Mold Cable Serial Cable with 8-pin Connector .............................. 82

Figure 33. 73D-3113 – Underwater Y-Mold Cable Ethernet Cable ............................................................ 82

Figure 34. 73D-3101 – External Battery Case Cable with 8-pin Connector ............................................... 82

Figure 35. Connecting the External Battery Case ...................................................................................... 83

Figure 36. Example of a Teledyne RD Instruments PVC Bottom Mount ................................................... 84

Figure 37. Example of a Bottom Mounted ADCP ...................................................................................... 84

Figure 38. Trawl Resistant Bottom Mount ................................................................................................ 85

Figure 39. Deep-Water Mount .................................................................................................................. 86

Figure 40. Buoy Mount with External Battery .......................................................................................... 86

Figure 41. Subsurface Buoy ....................................................................................................................... 86

Figure 42. Buoy Mount .............................................................................................................................. 86

Figure 43. Load Cage ................................................................................................................................. 87

Figure 44. Do not use Zip-Ties Directly on Cables ..................................................................................... 88

Figure 45. Cables Protected with Abrasion Resistant Sleeving ................................................................. 89

Figure 46. Transducer View ....................................................................................................................... 95

Figure 47. End-Cap View ........................................................................................................................... 95

Figure 48. Sentinel V Assembly Overview ................................................................................................. 96

Figure 49. Sentinel V Exploded View (Battery Pack) ................................................................................. 98

Figure 50. Sentinel V Exploded View (Individual D cell) ............................................................................ 99

Figure 51. Sentinel V Exploded View (RT Housing) .................................................................................. 100

Figure 52. Sentinel V External Battery Case Exploded View .................................................................... 101

Figure 53. Replacing the End-Cap ........................................................................................................... 104

Figure 54. End-Cap Mounting Hardware ................................................................................................. 105

Figure 55. Battery Pack ........................................................................................................................... 108

Figure 56. D cell Battery Replacement .................................................................................................... 110

Figure 57. External Battery Case Internal Cable Connections ................................................................. 111

Figure 58. Calibrating the Compass ......................................................................................................... 112

Figure 59. Upward or Downward Facing Deployment Hand-Held Compass Calibration ........................ 115

Figure 60. Compass Calibration Stand ..................................................................................................... 117

Figure 61. Set the Date and Time ............................................................................................................ 122

Figure 62. Using the O-Ring Removal Tool .............................................................................................. 124

Figure 63. Filling the Pressure Sensor Cavity with Oil ............................................................................. 125

Figure 64. Pressure Sensor Cavity with Sand .......................................................................................... 126

Figure 65. Zero the Pressure Sensor ....................................................................................................... 127

Figure 66. Thermistor and Pressure Sensor ............................................................................................ 128

Figure 67. Replacing the Captive Nuts .................................................................................................... 129

Figure 68. Individual D cell Battery Compartment .................................................................................. 130

Figure 69. Biofouling on a Sentinel V ADCP ............................................................................................. 132

Figure 70. Ethernet Connection .............................................................................................................. 141

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Figure 71. Power I/O Cable Connection .................................................................................................. 141

Figure 72. 96D-6000 Sheet 1 ................................................................................................................... 158

Figure 73. 96D-6000 Sheet 2 ................................................................................................................... 159

Figure 74. 96D-6000 Sheet 3 ................................................................................................................... 160

Figure 75. 96D-6000 Sheet 4 ................................................................................................................... 161

Figure 76. 96D-6000 Sheet 5 ................................................................................................................... 162

Figure 77. 96D-6001 Sheet 1 ................................................................................................................... 163

Figure 78. 96D-6001 Sheet 2 ................................................................................................................... 164

Figure 79. 96D-6001 Sheet 3 ................................................................................................................... 165

Figure 80. 96D-6001 Sheet 4 ................................................................................................................... 166

Figure 81. 96D-6001 Sheet 5 ................................................................................................................... 167

Figure 82. 96D-6002 Sheet 1 ................................................................................................................... 168

Figure 83. 96D-6002 Sheet 2 ................................................................................................................... 169

Figure 84. 96D-6002 Sheet 3 ................................................................................................................... 170

Figure 85. 96D-6002 Sheet 4 ................................................................................................................... 171

Figure 86. 96D-6003 Sheet 1 ................................................................................................................... 172

Figure 87. 96D-6003 Sheet 2 ................................................................................................................... 173

Figure 88. 96D-6003 Sheet 3 ................................................................................................................... 174

Figure 89. 96D-6003 Sheet 4 ................................................................................................................... 175

Figure 90. 96D-6003 Sheet 5 ................................................................................................................... 176

Figure 91. 96D-6004 Sheet 1 ................................................................................................................... 177

Figure 92. 96D-6004 Sheet 2 ................................................................................................................... 178

Figure 93. 96D-6004 Sheet 3 ................................................................................................................... 179

Figure 94. 96D-6004 Sheet 4 ................................................................................................................... 180

Figure 95. 96D-6005 Sheet 1 ................................................................................................................... 181

Figure 96. Sentinel-V Utilities Page ......................................................................................................... 206

Figure 97. X, Y, and Z Velocities ............................................................................................................... 216

Figure 98. Sentinel V Real-Time Coordinate Transformation .................................................................. 217

Figure 99. Sentinel V Real-Time Pitch and Roll ........................................................................................ 217

Figure 100. WorkHorse ADCP PD0 Standard Output Data Buffer Format ................................................. 246

Figure 101. Sentinel V Real-Time ADCP PD0 Output Data Buffer Format ................................................. 247

Figure 102. Header Data Format ............................................................................................................... 249

Figure 103. Fixed Leader Data Format ...................................................................................................... 252

Figure 104. Variable Leader Data Format ................................................................................................. 258

Figure 105. Velocity Data Format .............................................................................................................. 261

Figure 106. Correlation Magnitude, Echo Intensity, and Percent-Good Data Format .............................. 263

Figure 107. Transformation Matrix Format ............................................................................................... 267

Figure 108. Sentinel V System Configuration ............................................................................................ 268

Figure 109. Sentinel V Ping Setup ............................................................................................................. 271

Figure 110. Sentinel V ADC Data ............................................................................................................... 273

Figure 111. Sentinel V Features Data Configuration ................................................................................. 274

Figure 112. Vertical Beam Leader ............................................................................................................. 277

Figure 113. Vertical Beam Velocity Data Format ...................................................................................... 278

Figure 114. Vertical Beam Correlation Magnitude, Amplitude, Percent-Good ......................................... 279

Figure 115. Bottom-Track Data Format..................................................................................................... 282

Figure 116. Reserved BIT Data Format ...................................................................................................... 285

Figure 117. Checksum Data Format .......................................................................................................... 285

Figure 118. Sentinel V Event Log Configuration ........................................................................................ 286

Figure 119. Wave Parameters ................................................................................................................... 287

Figure 120. Wave Parameters2 – Sea and Swell ....................................................................................... 289

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1. Supported Operating Systems and Browsers ............................................................................. 7

Table 2. Supported Operating Systems and Browsers for Sentinel V Real-Time Utilities Page .............. 28

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Table 3. Blank Distance, Range, and Cell Size ........................................................................................ 60

Table 4. Underneath Vessel Mounting of a Sentinel V20/V50 ADCP ..................................................... 90

Table 5. Underneath Vessel Mounting of a Sentinel V100 ADCP ........................................................... 91

Table 6. Tools and Spares Parts ............................................................................................................. 97

Table 7. Compass Calibration Score ..................................................................................................... 118

Table 8: Sentinel V ADCP Spare Parts .................................................................................................. 120

Table 9: Sentinel V ADCP Repair Kits ................................................................................................... 120

Table 10: High Bandwidth Water Profiling ............................................................................................. 152

Table 11: Low Bandwidth Water Profiling ............................................................................................. 152

Table 12. Bottom Track Range and Accuracy ......................................................................................... 153

Table 13: Profile Parameters .................................................................................................................. 153

Table 14: Echo Intensity Profile ............................................................................................................. 153

Table 15. Real-Time Trigger ................................................................................................................... 153

Table 16: Transducer and Hardware ...................................................................................................... 154

Table 17: Standard Sensors .................................................................................................................... 155

Table 18: Sentinel V Battery Power Specifications ................................................................................ 156

Table 19: Environmental Specifications ................................................................................................. 156

Table 20: Outline Installation Drawings ................................................................................................. 157

Table 21: Sentinel V Real-Time Input Command Summary ................................................................... 186

Table 22. Maximum Fixed Altitude ........................................................................................................ 195

Table 23. Maximum Search Altitude ...................................................................................................... 196

Table 24: Serial Port Control .................................................................................................................. 200

Table 25: Set Control Flags ..................................................................................................................... 200

Table 26: Restore Command Defaults ................................................................................................... 204

Table 27. Turnkey Mode Actions ........................................................................................................... 205

Table 28: Coordinate Transformation Processing Flags ......................................................................... 215

Table 29: Sensor Source Switch Settings................................................................................................ 218

Table 30: Synchronization Parameters .................................................................................................. 228

Table 31: Bandwidth Control ................................................................................................................. 234

Table 32. Blank Distance ........................................................................................................................ 236

Table 33. Cell Size .................................................................................................................................. 237

Table 34. Vertical Beam Blank Distance ................................................................................................. 242

Table 35. Vertical Beam Cell Size ........................................................................................................... 244

Table 36: Header Data Format ............................................................................................................... 250

Table 37: Fixed Leader Data Format ...................................................................................................... 253

Table 38: Variable Leader Data Format ................................................................................................. 258

Table 39: Velocity Data Format .............................................................................................................. 262

Table 40: Correlation Magnitude Data Format ...................................................................................... 263

Table 41: Echo Intensity Data Format .................................................................................................... 264

Table 42: Percent-Good Data Format .................................................................................................... 265

Table 43. Transformation Matrix Format ............................................................................................... 267

Table 44. Sentinel V System Configuration ............................................................................................ 269

Table 45. Sentinel V Ping Setup ............................................................................................................. 271

Table 46. Sentinel V ADC Data ............................................................................................................... 273

Table 47. Sentinel V Features Data ........................................................................................................ 275

Table 48. Vertical Beam Leader ............................................................................................................. 277

Table 49: Vertical Beam Correlation Magnitude Data Format ............................................................... 279

Table 50: Vertical Beam Amplitude Data Format................................................................................... 280

Table 51: Vertical Beam Percent-Good Data Format ............................................................................. 280

Table 52: Bottom-Track Data Format..................................................................................................... 283

Table 53: Reserved for TRDI Format ...................................................................................................... 285

Table 54: Checksum Data Format .......................................................................................................... 285

Table 55. Sentinel V Event Log Format .................................................................................................. 286

Table 56. Wave Parameters ................................................................................................................... 288

Table 57. Wave Parameters2 – Sea and Swell ....................................................................................... 289

Table 58. Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Contained in Product ..................................... 296

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MANUAL REVISION HISTORY

September 2017

• Added Using Sentinel V RT Utilities software

• Added Ethernet communications

• Added using *.feature files for upgrades

• Added Using the Trigger

• Added troubleshooting Ethernet communications

• Updated specifications

• Added Sea Chest to Installation chapter

• Combined Commands and Output Data Format guide into the Sentinel V Operation Manual.

• Updated BF, BX, and #CM commands.

• Added appendix on using Sentinel V Real-Time system with WinRiver II software.

February 2017

• Updated the inventory list.

• Added RS-422 to RS-232 information to RT system.

• Updated troubleshooting section with troubleshooting serial issues.

January 2017

• Added the Sentinel V Real-Time system.

• Added a Maintenance Schedule, Calibration Items, and Maintenance Items and Inspection ta-

bles to the beginning of Chapter 4, Maintenance

• Updated the pressure sensor oil fill procedure.

• Updated the outline installation drawings.

• Updated the Troubleshooting section.

• Updated the specifications.

September 2015

• Added changing the format type to Page Source to save and import files correctly in Safari.

• Updated Figure 49, page 98 and Figure 52, page 101 with battery spacer note.

• Added removing the battery spacer to the battery replacement section when usin g lit hiu m bat -

tery packs.

• Added End User License Agreement (EULA).

May 2015

• Updated System Inventory.

• Added an external battery pack overview drawing.

• Added the lithium battery option and how to use the lithium battery.

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• Updated Supported Operating Systems and Browsers.

• Updated Chapter 2 to show new ReadyV screens.

• Removed ReadyVLite chapter.

• Updated compass calibration procedures to show new ReadyV screens.

• Updated the specifications.

March 2015

• Added note to not have 50 or more data files on the recorder when deploying.

• Added caution about firmware version 47.16.xx.xx is not backward compatible.

• Added information about using a Gimbal Bottom Mount.

January 2015

• Updated Available Options

• Updated Supported Operating Systems and Browsers Table 1, page 7 for Internet Explorer 11.

• Added Collecting Waves Data to Chapter 2, Using ReadyV.

• Added real-time serial data output setup to Chapter 4, Installation.

• Added adjusting the screen and font size to the Using the Home Panel section.

• Updated the standard compass calibration procedure in Chapter 5. Added the High-Dip compass

calibration procedure and Using the Compass Stand section.

• Updated ReadyV screen captures to 47.14 version firmware.

• Added warning that external battery case batteries are shipped inside the case but not connected.

• Added training video links.

April 2014

• Updated overview graphics Figure 1 and 2 to show pressure sensor oil fill caution.

• Updated Supported Operating Systems and Browsers Table 1, page 7.

• Updated system inventory to show kit part numbers.

• Corrected IP address when connecting via Ethernet port in Chapter 6 (ICN 156).

November 2013

• Updated the System panel to show feature activation in chapter 2.

• Updated the Timing Panel to show Vertical Beam enable in chapter 2.

• Added using the AC Adapter information to chapter 4.

• Updated the compass calibration procedure in chapter 5.

• Updated specifications – V100 maximum cell size changed from 8m to 6m.

August 2013

• Added a flow chart on creating scenarios to Using ReadyV chapter 2.

• Updated Deleting a Scenario section in chapter 2.

• Updated the oil fill procedure in chapter 5.

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• Updated the compass calibration procedure in chapter 5.

July 2013

• Added a Compass Calibration Guide and updated the compass calibration procedure.

• Changed input power from +9 to 24VDC to +12 to 20VDC.

• Updated graphics to show longer housing.

• Added table showing supported operating systems and browsers.

• Added IP address 192.168.0.2 to W irel ess Conn ec tion section.

• Corrected sign convention for the Pitch and Roll table on page 29.

• Updated ReadyV screen captures for data recorder and built-in tests.

• Updated the ReadyVLite chapter.

• Updated specifications and outline installation drawings.

• Updated Troubleshooting section.

December 2012

• Changed time the network is available after power up from three minutes to two.

• Updated ReadyV system panel screen capture.

• Added ReadyVLite chapter.

• Added battery Velcro

strap and updated exploded system views.

• Added creating, opening, and deleting scenario files.

• Added Sentinel V Bandwidth specification.

• Updated description for range.

• Updated applying antifouling paint section.

• Added minimum screen resolution to Computer Considerations section.

March 2012

• Updated Maintenance panel screen capture and log file descriptions.

• Added Recommended Minimum Blank Distance table.

February 2012

• Updated Wireless Connection Common Issues section.

• Updated compass calibration procedure.

• Updated Starting and Stopping Deployments section.

• Updated figure 10 raw roll signs/headings.

• Updated System Setup panel (Orientation removed).

• Changed name of VWeb to ReadyV.

• Added Appendix B - GPL Compliance Notice.

December 2011

• Initial release of the manual.

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EXCLUSIONS AND OMISSIONS

• ReadyV does not have any native support for Windows 8® Internet Explorer 10 Metro Browser.

Any ReadyV requests made through the Metro browser is forwarded to the Windows 8 Internet Explorer 10 Desktop browser.

• Users may need to turn off their browser pop-up blockers (either built-in or third party) in order

to access ReadyV.

• When using Firefox, a javascript: void(0) message or “Javascript:...” string shows up in the left

lower corner in when you mouse over some buttons. These messages can be ignored.

FIRMWARE HISTORY

• See the README.TXT file on the V Series Documentation CD.

CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL

Conventions used in the Sentinel V Series Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) Operation Manual have been established to help learn how to use the system quickly and easily.

Menu items are printed in bold: click Collect Data. Items that need to be typed by the user or keys to press will be shown as <F1>. If a key combination were joined with a plus sign (<ALT+F>), press and hold the first key while pressing the second key. Words printed in italics include program names (Veloc- ity) and file names (default.txt).

Code or sample files are printed using a fixed font. Here is an example:

Maintenance Log: Compass calibrated: - 05/12/15 ↓ Firmware version: 47.xx Factory maintenance serviced: - 01/05/14

There are four other visual aids: Notes, Cautions, Training, References, and Videos.

This paragraph format indicates additional information that may help avoid problems or that should be considered in using the described features.

This paragraph format warns the reader of hazardous procedures (for example, activities that may cause loss of data or damage to the Sentinel V Series ADCP).

This paragraph format tells the reader where they may find additional information.

Training videos are available on http://www.teledynemarine.com/RDI/support#.

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CONTACTING TRDI

If you have technical issues or questions involving a specific application or deployment with the instrument, contact our Field Service group:

Teledyne RD Instruments Teledyne RD Instruments Europe

14020 Stowe Drive Poway, California 92064

2A Les Nertieres 5 Avenue Hector Pintus 06610 La Gaude, France

Phone +1 (858) 842-2600 Phone +33(0) 492-110-930

FAX +1 (858) 842-2822 FAX +33(0) 492-110-931

Sales – rdisales@teledyne.com

Sales – rdie@teledyne.com

Field Service – rdifs@teledyne.com Field Service – rdiefs@teledyne.com

Client Services Administration – rdicsadmin@teledyne.com

Web: http://www.teledynemarine.com/rdi

Customer Service and Technical Support

For all your customer service needs including our emergency 24/7 technical support, call +1 (858) 842-2700

Self-Service Customer Portal

Use our online customer portal at http://www.teledynemarine.com/rdi and click on the Support link to down- load manuals, firmware updates, software, or other Teledyne RDI documentation. Log into your account and then click the Software/Firmware link or Documentation link.

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Chapter 1

SELF-CONTAINED SENTINEL V OVERVIEW

In this chapter, you will learn:

• Sentinel V ADCP features

• What options are available?

• What type of computer do I need?

• What are the ADCP power requirements?

• How do I connect to the ADCP?

• Wireless connection common issues

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Sentinel V Features

The Sentinel V is designed for several-month autonomous current profile deployment from temporary or permanent mounting in the ocean, near-shore, harbors, and lakes.

The Sentinel V Series ADCP consists of an ADCP, battery pack or individual D cell batteries, microSDHC memory card, and software. Both battery capacity and memory can be increased with upgrades for longer deployments. The Sentinel V Series ADCP requires the addition of a Windows® compatible computer to configure the ADCP and replay collected data.

Figure 1 and Figure 2 only show two of the options and models available with the Sentinel V Series ADCP (see

After a deployment, systems need to be cleaned thoroughly before the touch sensor will work.

Available Options

Figure 1. Sentinel V100 5 Beam Overview with Battery Pack and Optional End-Cap Connector

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Figure 2. Sentinel V20 with D Cell Batteries and Optional End-Cap call out beam numbers

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Figure 3. External Battery Case Overview

The External Battery Case holds two battery packs that are shipped inside the case but not connected. Connect BOTH batteries and seal the external battery case before deployment. It

is necessary to remove the top battery in order to connect the bottom battery cable. See

Replacing the External Battery Case Packs for details.

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Available Options

The following section explains the different options available for Sentinel V Series ADCPs. See the Parts

Location Drawings for more information.

• Transducer – The standard nominal ranges are 20m (1000 kHz), 50m (500 kHz) and 100m (300

kHz). See the Outline Installation Drawings

• Vertical Beam – an optional vertical beam is available.

• Waves Feature – Optional feature that provides full water column echo and velocity profiling to

make accurate measurements of wave kinematics as well as the confidence to verify that the processed wave statistics are accurate. See Collecting Waves Data

• End-Cap – The End-Cap consists of an IEEE 802.11b/g/n WLAN wireless communications Touch

Sensor and an optional underwater electrical 8-pin connector.

for dimensions and weights.

for details.

• End-Cap Connector – The optional 8-pin connector can be straight or right-angled. See the

line Installation Drawings for end-cap configurations.

• Real-Time Serial Data Output – If the end-cap has the optional serial port 8-pin connector

installed, you can stream PD0 (PD zero, not the letter o) single ping beam coordinate data through the serial port. See Using Rea l-Time Serial Data Output

• Internal Batteries – The Sentinel V can use either pre-assembled battery packs or 12 D cell batter-

ies. The battery pack housing uses a pack of 36 D cell al kaline batteries, physically configured as three stacks of 12 cells for a nominal voltage level of 18 VDC for a fresh battery pack. The D-cell battery configuration housing uses 12 D cell alkaline batteries for a nominal voltage level of 18 VDC for fresh D cell batteries.

• Lithium Battery Pack – This battery pack is assembled using lithium battery cells that provide 15.6

VDC with a capacity of approximately 1900 Wh. The battery includes a safety circuit that protects the battery and users against short circuits and provides users the ability to test the pack (see Testing the Lithium Battery Pack fore the battery fully discharges. This happens when about 97% of the battery’s capacity is depleted.

• External Battery Case – The optional external battery case holds two pre-assembled battery packs

for a nominal voltage level of 18 VDC.

• AC Adapter – The optional AC adapter provides 18 VDC.

• Housing – The standard Sentinel

V Series ADCP dual-chamber housing allows deployment depths to 200 meters. The dualchamber design keeps the electronics dry even if the battery chamber floods. See the

Installation Drawings for dimen-

sions and weights. The housing type and length will depend on if it uses battery packs or individual D cell batteries, or no batteries.

Outline

). The circuit also turns the battery off at its end of life, be-

for details.

Out-

• Memory – The Sentinel V includes

a microSDHC memory card.

• Pressure Sensor – The pressure sensor (standard 30 Bar) measures water pressure (depth).

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Configuration

S20

Sentinel V SC or RT

Sentinel V Self-Contained (SC) or Real-Time (RT) ADCP. Depending on housing type:

• Sentinel V with no battery housing uses external power.

operate the system.

Accessories Kit

97D-7000-00

97D-7002-00

Shipping Case

Shipping case with foam inserts.

81D-6002-00

Handle

The handle makes it easier to carry the Sentinel V ADCP. Attach it to the slots on the

75DK6001-00

Tools and Spare

See Tools and Spare Parts for a list of parts included in this kit.

95D-6037-00

Sentinel V SC and

Use this sheet to determine where to start on setting up the Sentinel V SC and RT

Documentation Kit

Sentinel V

and Software CD

This CD has PDF versions of all of the Sentinel V documentation and software including

Deployment Guides!

95D-6016-00

Compass

Printed sheet with instructions on how to calibrate the compass. A PDF version is

95Z-8005-00

Velocity Activation

Activation code that unlocks the Velocity software. Waves processing requires a waves

95D-6015-00

Deployment Guide

A printed copy of the SC and RT deployment guides.

System Inventory

Included with the Sentinel V system:

Kit Part Number Name Description

S50 S100

See the packing slip for more

information on system configuration

95D-8001-00

ADCP with transducer cover

Parts kit

RT Roadmap

Documentation

Calibration Guide

Code

• Sentinel V battery packs are shipped inside the system but not connected.

• Sentinel V with D cells are shipped without batteries inside the system.

SC systems use wireless communications for setup and deployment. This means the system only requires battery power to operate the system. RT systems use serial or Ethernet communications for setup and deployment. This means an end-cap with connector, an underwater cable, and DC power are required to

ADCP’s end-cap.

system.

the Sentinel V SC and RT Operation Manual. Please read the manual and the SC and RT

included on the documentation CD.

enabled activation code.

95D-6033-00

Software Overview

Sentinel V Self-Contained Software:

Waves

Currents ReadyV ReadyV ReadyV ReadyV ReadyV Velocity Velocity Velocity

Testing Planning Compass Cal

ReadyV WavesMon ReadyV WavesMon WavesMon WavesMon WavesMon WavesMon

ReadyV WavesView ReadyV Velocity

User Supplied

Command & Control

Read the Self-Contained Deployment Guide for instructions on installing the software.

Data Acquisition

Display Data Convert Post Process

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Computer Considerations

TRDI designed the Sentinel V Series Self-Contained ADCP to use a Windows® compatible computer. The built-in ReadyV user interface configures the ADCP and data is displayed through TRDI’s Velocity program.

Minimum Computer Hardware Requirements:

• Desktop, Laptop, or Netbook computer (see Table 1 for operating system)

• Screen resolution above 1024x768 (see note)

• Internet Brower (see Table 1 for supported browsers)

• Mouse or other pointing device

• Wireless 802.11 b/g/n WLAN Interface

Many laptops and netbooks today have built-in WLAN. If not, then a WLAN adapter is required.

Most wireless enabled laptops will be automatically enabled. Consult the instruction manual for your specific device if you are not sure how to do so.

Laptops running on Windows XP® may have display issues when using a screen resolution of 1024x768. A workaround is to change the zoom level in the browser so that the entire ReadyV screen is visible.

ReadyV does not support Windows 8 Internet Explorer® 10 Metro browser.

Users may need to turn off their browser pop-up blockers (either built-in or third party) in order to access ReadyV.

When using Firefox, a javascript: void(0) message or a long "Javascript:..." string shows up in the left lower corner in when you mouse over some buttons. These messages can be ignored.

Table 1. Supported Operating Systems and Browsers

Operating System

Windows® 7, 8.1, 10 (32/64 bit)

Macintosh OS 10.5.7+ (Intel based)

Linux (any 32/64 bit distribution)

Internet Explorer

10+

 



Firefox (Latest) Safari (Latest) Chrome (Latest) Opera (Latest)

   



 Not Supported



 





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Power Considerations

Use the following section to determine the power requirements for the Sentinel V Self-Contained ADCPs.

• The Sentinel V system uses +18 VDC to operate.

• Depending on the type of housing the system is configured with, the ADCP may use a battery

pack, lithium battery pack (optional), individual D cell batteries, or external power.

• If the Sentinel V is configured with the optional end-cap connector, then external power can be

used. The voltage must be +12 to 20 VDC. The optional AC power adapter

Transmitted Power

Sentinel V battery pack is shipped inside the system but not connected. Connect the

battery and seal the Sentinel V before deployment.

Sentinel V with D cells are shipped without batteries inside the system. Install the batteries

and seal the Sentinel V before deployment.

The External Battery Case holds two battery packs that are shipped inside the case but not connected. Connect BOTH batteries and seal the external battery case before deployment. It

is necessary to remove the top battery in order to connect the bottom battery cable. See

Replacing the External Battery Case Packs for details.

provides +18 VDC.

For the Sentinel V, a fresh battery provides +1 8 VDC . Batteries spend most of their life at a nominal voltage of +14 VDC. Using 18 VDC will increase the range by 5 to 10% depending on conditions.

The optional lithium battery provides 15.6 VDC with a capacity of approximately 1900 Wh. The battery includes a safety circuit that protects the battery and users against short circuits and provides users the ability to test the pack. The circuit also turns the battery off at its end of life, before the battery fully discharges. This happens when about 97% of the battery’s capacity is depleted.

Power on Cycle

The power supply or battery pack must be able to handle the inrush current as well. Inrush current is the current required to fully charge up the capacitors when power is applied to the Sentinel V Series ADCP.

The capacitors provide a store of energy for use during transmit. The inrush current is as high as 0.8

Amps RMS at 9.2 VDC. The ADCP will draw this amperage until its capacitors are fully charged. If the power supply or battery pack limits the current or the power drop on the cable is significant, then the power on cycle will take longer. It can take up to three minutes. The power must not shut down during the inrush current draw, as this may not allow the Sentinel V Series ADCP electronics to start.

Before using the optional Lithium battery pack, always run the battery self-test. See Testing

the Lithium Battery Pack for instructions.

Instruments with high inrush currents occasionally trigger the optional Lithium battery pack short circuit detection, which turns the battery off. If this happens, do the following:

• Disconnect the battery and touch the ADCP’s touch sensor for about 45 seconds to

one minute. Connect the battery and then the ADCP should power on normally.

• If the ADCP still does not power on, connect the AC adapter and wait for a minute

and then connect the battery pack. Once the ADCP is connected and ReadyV started, unplug the AC adapter. The ADCP will work normally after that.

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Touch Sensor Response / System Beeps

When the system is configured for SC mode, after power is applied (long beep), there is a 10 to 15 second delay before the network is available (short beep). During this time span, the touch sensor does not respond or beep if touched. Wait until the second beep before touching the sensor. The WLAN is available after the second beep for two minutes. Each touch of the sensor enables the WLAN for two minutes.

During the first power-up of the Sentinel V ADCP, there may be additional beeps. This is due to the touch sensor auto-calibration routine, which should not last longer than five minutes.

When the system is configured for Sentinel V Real-Time and power is applied, there is a long beep. The touch sensor is disabled in Real-Time mode; the touch sensor does not respond or beep if touched.

The touch sensor may stay “triggered” for up to 60 seconds when touched. During this time, the sensor will not respond with a beep when touched again. This is normal and does not affect connecting to the WLAN.

The touch sensor can be saturated to a point where it won’t register to touch. This occurs, for example, when the ADCP is submerged in water or covered with biofouling. In extreme cases, the WLAN will not connect. If this occurs:

• Take the system out of the water.

• Rinse the sensor and end-cap with fresh water and then dry the instrument.

• Remove biofouling from the touch sensor and end-cap, and then the housing if problems persist.

• Remove the ADCP from any mounting fixture, especially if it is conductive or metallic.

Connecting to the Sentinel V ADCP

This applies to systems configured for Self-Contained mode. See Switching Modes.

The Sentinel V Self-Contained ADCP includes an 802.11b/g/n WLAN interface and a built-in user interface called ReadyV. The Sentinel V Series ADCP acts as the server, along with the connected computer (laptop, tablet, or desktop computer) known as the client.

Using the ADCP’s DHCP server IP address 192.168.0.2 is recommended. Optionally, on a Windows® based browser use the WLAN address http://SVnnnnn.adcp (where nnnnn is the five or six-character Sentinel V serial number shown on the product label).

If the computer does not include a built-in 802.11b/g/n WLAN interface, use a USB adapter.

Only one ADCP at a time may be connected. To switch to another ADCP, first disconnect, and then reconnect to the next ADCP.

Using http://SVnnnnn.adcp (where nnnnn is the five or six-character Sentinel V serial number shown on the product label) will not work on the Macintosh OS.

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Using the Wireless Connection

To connect to the ADCP:

1. Prepare the ADCP by connecting the battery.

After power is applied (long beep), there is a 10 to 15 second delay before the net wo rk is available (short beep). The WLAN is available after power up for two minutes.

Sentinel V battery pack is shipped inside the system but not connected. Connect the

battery and seal the Sentinel V before deployment.

Sentinel V with D cells are shipped without batteries inside the system. Install the batteries

and seal the Sentinel V before deployment.

The External Battery Case holds two battery packs that are shipped inside the case but not connected. Connect BOTH batteries and seal the external battery case before deployment.

It is necessary to remove the top battery in order to connect the bottom battery cable.

2. Start the wireless network device on the laptop if it is not automatically enabled. This may be a built-in wireless connection on a laptop or a USB wireless adapter.

The screen shots in this manual were made with Windows® 7. Depending on the operating system and wireless adapter type, your wireless screen may look different. These differences do not affect the performance of ReadyV.

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Touch Sensor

To use the touch sensor:

Place a finger over the Touch Sensor. This starts the ADCP’s WLAN for five minutes. After power

1. is applied (long beep), there is a 10 to 15 second delay before the network is available (short beep). Wait for the short beep.

Connect

Training videos are available on http://www.rdinstruments.com/rdiu/mm_training.aspx.

To connect to the ADCP’s WLAN:

1. Click on the wireless icon ( ) in the Windows® system tray or if using a wireless USB adapter, start the adapter’s interface.

2. Click the Refresh icon ( ) to search for connections. Sentinel V ADCPs will display as SVnnnnn (where nnnnn is the five or six-character serial number shown on the product label).

As needed, touch the Touch Sensor, listen for the second beep (see Touch Sensor Response / System Beeps), and then click until the ADCP appears on the list. It may take several

attempts of clicking Refresh before the ADCP appears on the list.

3. Select the ADCP on the list by clicking it and then click the Connect button. The Connecting to a Network message appears.

Sentinel V ADCPs will display as SVnnnnn (where nnnnn is the five or six-character serial number shown on the product label).

Users who connect to their local network using a wireless connection may lose that connection when connected to the ADCP.

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Start ReadyV

To start ReadyV:

1. Open a browser on the laptop (Internet Explorer

2. Enter the ADCP’s IP address 192.168.0.2 into the address bar. Optionally, on a Windows® based browser use the WLAN address http://SVnnnnn.adcp (where nnnnn is the five or six-character Sentinel V serial number shown on the product label).

The DHCP server IP address 192.168.0.2 works for all ADCP serial numbers and all browsers and operating systems.

The address is not case sensitive - enter SVnnnnn or svnnnnn.

The http:// does not need to be typed on most browsers.

Using http://SVnnnnn.adcp will not work on the Macintosh OS.

Add the Sentinel V to the browser’s Internet Favorites or Favorites bar for future connections.

3. White panels will appear after the ADCP’s address is e ntered : It can take up to 30 seconds before the ReadyV Home

panel fully opens.

, FireFox®, Google Chrome®, or other browser).

As needed, touch the Touch Sensor, listen for the beep, and then refresh the browser page until ReadyV starts.

Complete step 3 within five minutes of completing step 2.

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Figure 4. Using the ReadyV Wireless Connection

The Touch Sensor is NOT a button! Just place a finger into the cavity to activate the sensor.

After power is applied (long beep), there is a 10 to 15 second delay before the network is available (short beep). Wait for the short beep before trying to connect.

The ADCP’s WLAN is available after power up for five minutes. Placing a finger over the Touch Sensor starts the WLAN for another five minutes.

Each time the Touch Sensor is touched, a short beep should be heard.

Only one ADCP at a time may be connected. To switch to another ADCP, first disconnect, and then connect to the next ADCP.

Once ReadyV starts, if no keys are pressed for five minutes, the ADCP will disconnect. After waiting five more minutes, the ADCP will power down. Use the Touch Sensor to restart.

After a deployment, systems need to be cleaned thoroughly before the touch sensor will work.

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Connecting to another ADCP

To connect to another ADCP:

1. Click on the wireless access-point icon ( ) in the Windows® system tray and select the ADCP on the list that is connected.

2. Click the Disconnect button.

3. Now connect

to the next ADCP.

Only one ADCP at a time may be connected. To switch to another ADCP, first disconnect, and then connect to the next ADCP.

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+ 313 hidden pages

Teledyne RD Instruments SENTINEL V SELF-CONTAINED, SENTINEL V REAL-TIME Operation Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Sentinel V Features

Available Options

System Inventory

Software Overview

Computer Considerations

Power Considerations

Touch Sensor Response / System Beeps

Connecting to the Sentinel V ADCP

Using the Wireless Connection

Touch Sensor

Connect

Start ReadyV

Connecting to another ADCP