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SBE 45 MicroTSG
THERMOSALINOGRAPH
Conductivity and Temperature Monitor
with RS-232 Interface
Serial Number: 4566782-0402
User Manual, Version 015
Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc.
13431 NE 20th Street
Bellevue, Washington 98005 USA
Tel: 425/643-9866
Fax:425/643-9954

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  • Page 1 SBE 45 MicroTSG THERMOSALINOGRAPH Conductivity and Temperature Monitor with RS-232 Interface Serial Number: 4566782-0402 User Manual, Version 015 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. 13431 NE 20th Street Bellevue, Washington 98005 USA Tel: 425/643-9866 Fax:425/643-9954...
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  • Page 3 SBE 45 Specification Sheet......................PN 90402 Manual - Version 008...................... SBE 45 Calibrations.......................... Appnotes............................Drawings............................Warranty............................Service Request Form........................SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC. 13431 NE 20th St. Bellevue, Washington 98005 USA Phone: (425) 643 9866 Fax: (425) 643 9954 Email: seabird@seabird.com...
  • Page 4 Manual Generation Date: 13 February 2012...
  • Page 5 SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC. disclaims all product liability risks arising from the use or servicing of this system. SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC. has no way of controlling the use of this equipment or of choosing the personnel to operate it, and therefore cannot take steps to comply with laws pertaining to product liability, including laws which impose a duty to warn the user of any dangers involved in operating this equipment.
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  • Page 8 SBE45 MicroTSG (Thermosalinograph) Conductivity & Temperature Monitor with RS-232 Serial Interface Instrument Configuration: Instrument Configuration: Serial Number 37SI64195-8524 Pressure Sensor None Firmware Version 3.0j Serial Number 4566782-0402 Memory 8192Kb Firmware Version V 1.1b Interface Type RS-232 Interface Type RS-232 Conductivity Range 0-7 S/m Conductivity Range 0-7 S/m Baud Rate...
  • Page 9 SBE 45 MicroTSG (Thermosalinograph) Conductivity and Temperature Monitor with RS-232 Interface Note: NEW ADDRESS as of January 18, 2010 User’s Manual Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. 13431 NE 20 Street Bellevue, Washington 98005 USA Telephone: 425/643-9866 Manual Version #015, 01/26/10 Fax: 425/643-9954 Firmware Version 1.1b and later...
  • Page 10 SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC. disclaims all product liability risks arising from the use or servicing of this system. SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC. has no way of controlling the use of this equipment or of choosing the personnel to operate it, and therefore cannot take steps to comply with laws pertaining to product liability, including laws which impose a duty to warn the user of any dangers involved in operating this equipment.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents SBE 45 Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction ................ 5 About this Manual .....................5 Quick Start ......................5 Unpacking MicroTSG..................6 Section 2: Description of MicroTSG ..........7 System Description ....................7 Specifications.....................9 Dimensions and Connector ................10 Sample Timing....................11 Baud Rate, Cable Length, Power, and Data Transmission Rate ......12 Remote Temperature Sensor (optional) ............14 Section 3: Installing System ..............
  • Page 12 Table of Contents SBE 45 Appendix I: Functional Description..........43 Sensors......................43 Sensor Interface ....................43 Appendix II: Electronics Disassembly/Reassembly ......44 Appendix III: Command Summary ..........45 Appendix IV: AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device ........47 Appendix V: Replacement Parts ............51 Index....................52...

  • Page 13: Section 1: Introduction

    SBE 45 MicroTSG shipment. About this Manual This manual is to be used with the SBE 45 MicroTSG Conductivity and Temperature Monitor. It is organized to guide the user from installation through operation and data collection. We’ve included detailed specifications, command descriptions, maintenance and calibration information, and helpful notes throughout the manual.

  • Page 14: Unpacking Microtsg

    Section 1: Introduction SBE 45 Unpacking MicroTSG Shown below is a typical MicroTSG shipment. MicroTSG I/O cable Spare parts kit Conductivity cell cleaning solution (Triton X-100) Software, and Electronic Copies of MicroTSG User Manual Software Manuals and User Manual...

  • Page 15: Section 2: Description Of Microtsg

    • Optional remote temperature sensor System Description The SBE 45 MicroTSG is an externally powered, high-accuracy, conductivity and temperature monitor, designed for shipboard determination of sea surface (pumped-water) conductivity and temperature. Communication with the MicroTSG is over an internal, 3-wire, RS-232C link, providing real-time data transmission.
  • Page 16 Section 2: Description of MicroTSG SBE 45 An optional AC- or DC-powered 90402 - SBE 45 Power, Navigation, and Remote Temperature Interface Box provides: • Power and an opto-isolated RS-232C interface for the MicroTSG • An opto-isolated NMEA receiver for an optional NMEA navigation device which supports NMEA 0183 protocol, outputting data in GGA, GLL, RMA, RMC, or TRF format (NMEA navigation device not supplied by Sea-Bird)

  • Page 17: Specifications

    Section 2: Description of MicroTSG SBE 45 Specifications Salinity Temperature Conductivity (PSU), (S/m) (°C) typical Measurement 0 to 7 -5 to +35 Range (0 to 70 mS/cm) 0.0003 Initial Accuracy 0.002 0.005 (0.003 mS/cm) Typical Stability 0.0003 0.0002 0.003 (per month) (0.003 mS/cm) 0.00001 0.0001...

  • Page 18: Dimensions And Connector

    Section 2: Description of MicroTSG SBE 45 Dimensions and Connector Dimensions in millimeters (inches) MCBH4SS Power Pin 4 Transmit Pin 3 Orientation Pin Ground Pin 1 Receive Pin 2 Ground pin = Computer data common (pin 1) Receive pin = RS-232C receive data transmitted from computer (pin 2) Transmit pin = RS-232C transmit from MicroTSG to computer (pin 3) Power pin = 8-30 VDC (pin 4)

  • Page 19: Sample Timing

    Section 2: Description of MicroTSG SBE 45 Sample Timing The time to acquire the temperature and conductivity varies, depending on the mode of operation. Polled Sampling Mode Note: See Command Descriptions in Polled Sampling Mode is in effect when: Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG •...

  • Page 20: Baud Rate, Cable Length, Power, And Data Transmission Rate

    Section 2: Description of MicroTSG SBE 45 Baud Rate, Cable Length, Power, and Data Transmission Rate Baud Rate, Cable Length, and Data Transmission Rate The rate that data can be transmitted from the MicroTSG is dependent on the Notes: amount of data to be transmitted per scan and the serial data baud rate: •...
  • Page 21 Section 2: Description of MicroTSG SBE 45 Power and Cable Length Note: There are two issues to consider: Common wire resistances: • Gauge Resistance (ohms/foot) Limiting the IR loss to 1 volt; higher IR loss will prevent the 0.0016 instrument from transmitting real-time data because of the difference in 0.0025 ground potential.

  • Page 22: Remote Temperature Sensor (Optional)

    Section 2: Description of MicroTSG SBE 45 Remote Temperature Sensor (optional) The optional 90402 – SBE 45 Power, Navigation, and Remote Temperature Notes: Interface Box can append the output of an optional SBE 38 temperature sensor • See the Interface Box manual for to the output from the MicroTSG.

  • Page 23: Section 3: Installing System

    Section 3: Installing System SBE 45 Section 3: Installing System This section provides information on: • Software installation • System schematic and installation guidelines • Power-up mode jumper setting check • MicroTSG installation Installing Software Sea-Bird recommends the following minimum system requirements for installing the software: Windows 2000 or later, 500 MHz processor, Notes: •...

  • Page 24: System Schematic And Installation Guidelines

    Section 3: Installing System SBE 45 System Schematic and Installation Guidelines MicroTSG with Optional PN 90402 Interface Box, SBE 38 Remote Temperature Sensor, and NMEA Navigation Device (see PN 90402 – SBE 45 Power, Navigation, and Remote Temperature Interface Box manual for operating details)
  • Page 25 Section 3: Installing System SBE 45 Sea-Bird does not provide detailed installation instructions for the MicroTSG, given the unique nature of every ship and type of installation. The installation of the MicroTSG should be done by qualified shipfitters, with the oversight of a competent ship designer or naval architect.

  • Page 26: Power-Up Jumper Check

    Section 3: Installing System SBE 45 Power-Up Jumper Check The MicroTSG’s Printed Circuit Board (PCB) has a jumper that controls how the MicroTSG wakes up: • Autopower (default) – The MicroTSG wakes up when power is applied. System capability is dependent on the external wiring configuration: Three wires –...

  • Page 27: Installing Microtsg

    Section 3: Installing System SBE 45 Installing MicroTSG 1. New MicroTSGs are shipped with an AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device pre- Electrical installed. Verify that the Anti-Foulant Device is in the anti-foulant device connector cup (see Section 6: Routine Maintenance and Calibration for access to and replacement of the Anti-Foulant Device).

  • Page 28: Section 4: Setting Up Microtsg

    Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG This section provides information on: • MicroTSG setup • Sampling modes and example sets of operation commands • Timeout description • Command descriptions • Data output format • Setting up configuration (.xmlcon or .con) file for real-time data acquisition and data processing Communications Test and Setup...
  • Page 29 Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 2. The main screen looks like this: Menus Toolbar Command/Data Echo Area Status bar Computer Capture to file status – grayed COM port Instrument out if not capturing Note: Instrument Baud rate, data bits, EPROM version stop bits, and parity There is at least one way, and as...
  • Page 30 Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Following are the Toolbar buttons applicable to the MicroTSG: Toolbar Equivalent Description Buttons Command* Re-establish communications with MicroTSG. (press Enter Connect Computer responds with S> prompt. key) Status Display instrument status. Coefficients Display calibration coefficients. Note: Capture instrument responses on screen to file.
  • Page 31 Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 4. In the Communications menu, select Options / Cycle baud when connecting. 5. Click Connect on the Toolbar. SEATERM tries to connect to the MicroTSG at the baud set in Step 3. If it cannot, it cycles through all other possible baud rates to try to connect.

  • Page 32: Sampling Modes

    Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Sampling Modes The MicroTSG has three basic sampling modes for obtaining data: Polled Sampling, Autonomous Sampling, and Serial Line Synchronization Sampling. However, commands and the J1 jumper setting on the MicroTSG’s PCB can be used in various combinations to provide a high degree of operating flexibility.

  • Page 33: Autonomous Sampling

    Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Autonomous Sampling Notes: • After waking the The MicroTSG samples data at pre-programmed intervals, defined by MicroTSG, you may Interval=, and sends the data to the computer. The MicroTSG does not enter need to press the Enter quiescent (sleep) state between samples.

  • Page 34: Serial Line Synchronization (Serial Line Sync)

    Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Serial Line Synchronization (Serial Line Sync) Note: In Serial Line Sync Mode, a simple pulse (a single character) on the RS-232 After waking the MicroTSG, you may line causes the MicroTSG to wake up, take and output a single sample, and need to press the Enter key several automatically go to sleep (enter quiescent state).

  • Page 35: Command Descriptions

    Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Command Descriptions This section describes commands and provides sample outputs. See Appendix III: Command Summary for a summarized command list. When entering commands: • Input commands to the MicroTSG in upper or lower case letters and register commands by pressing the Enter key.
  • Page 36 Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Setup Commands Notes: • The MicroTSG’s baud rate (set Baud=x x= baud rate (1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, with Baud=) must be the same or 38400). Default 4800. as SEATERM’s baud rate (set in the Configure menu).
  • Page 37 Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Operating Commands Operating commands configure the MicroTSG’s response upon waking up, and direct the MicroTSG to sample data once or at pre-programmed intervals. Interval=x x= interval (seconds) between samples Note: (maximum 32767 seconds). MicroTSG If the total time required for the sample samples at this interval, and does not enter is greater than Interval=, the...
  • Page 38 Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Polled Sampling Commands These commands are used by an external controller to request a sample from the MicroTSG. The MicroTSG stores data for the most recent sample in its RAM. The MicroTSG does not automatically go to sleep after executing these commands.
  • Page 39 Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Calibration Coefficients Command Display calibration coefficients. Equivalent to Coefficients on Toolbar. Example: (user input in bold) Notes: S>DC • See individual Coefficient SBE45 V 1.1b 0011 Commands below for definitions temperature: 08-apr-96 of the data in the example. TA0 = -9.420702e-05 •...

  • Page 40: Data Output Format

    Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Data Output Format Each scan ends with a carriage return <CR> and line feed <LF>. Leading zeros are suppressed, except for one zero to the left of the decimal point. All data is separated with a comma and a space, except as noted. Notes: The converted output data format is: •...

  • Page 41: Setting Up Configuration (.Xmlcon Or .Con) File

    Section 4: Setting Up MicroTSG SBE 45 Setting Up Configuration (.xmlcon or .con) File Seasave and SBE Data Processing, our real-time data acquisition and data Notes: processing software (respectively), require a configuration file. The • Seasave and SBE Data Processing configuration file defines the MicroTSG –...

  • Page 42: Section 5: Operating System

    Section 5: Operating System SBE 45 Section 5: Operating System This section covers acquiring real-time data with Seasave, and processing data Note: with SBE Data Processing. For acquiring data in Seasave, the • Seasave saves the data in the format – data format and header information MicroTSG must be set up for –...
  • Page 43 Section 5: Operating System SBE 45 4. In the RealTime Data menu, select Start Acquisition. The dialog box looks like this: Data Archiving Options: • Begin archiving data immediately to store raw (frequencies, A/D counts, and/or voltages) real-time data as soon as Start button is clicked and communication is established.

  • Page 44: Processing Data

    Section 5: Operating System SBE 45 Processing Data Process the data in SBE Data Processing. 1. Convert the .hex data file created by Seasave to a .cnv file in SBE Data Note: Processing’s Data Conversion module. See the SBE Data Processing manual and/or Help files.

  • Page 45: Section 6: Routine Maintenance And Calibration

    Section 6: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 45 Section 6: Routine Maintenance and Calibration This section reviews corrosion precautions, conductivity cell cleaning and storage, replacement of the Anti-Foulant Device, and sensor calibration. The accuracy of the MicroTSG is sustained by the care and calibration of the sensors and by establishing proper handling practices.
  • Page 46 Section 6: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 45 Step 3: Flush Inside of Conductivity Cell A. Remove the external plumbing connecting the seawater intake and drain lines to the MicroTSG. B. Clean the inside of the conductivity cell with a series of slow back flushes into the OUT port (reverse of the normal operation flow).

  • Page 47: Replacing Anti-Foulant Device (Sbe 45)

    Section 6: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 45 Replacing Anti-Foulant Device (SBE 45) The MicroTSG has an anti-foulant device cup inside the housing. New MicroTSGs are shipped with an Anti-Foulant Device pre-installed in the cup. AF24173 Anti-Foulant Anti-Foulant Devices are sold packaged in pairs. The second device should be Device retained as a spare;...

  • Page 48: Sensor Calibration

    Section 6: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 45 Sensor Calibration Sea-Bird sensors are calibrated by subjecting them to known physical conditions and measuring the sensor responses. Coefficients are then computed which may be used with appropriate algorithms to obtain engineering units. The conductivity and temperature sensors on the MicroTSG are supplied fully calibrated, with coefficients printed on their respective Calibration Certificates (see back of manual).

  • Page 49: Section 7: Troubleshooting

    Section 7: Troubleshooting SBE 45 Section 7: Troubleshooting Note: This section reviews common problems in operating the MicroTSG, and See the PN 90402 – SBE 45 Power, provides the most common causes and solutions. Navigation, and Remote Temperature Interface Box manual for additional troubleshooting steps when interfacing with the Box.

  • Page 50: Glossary

    Scan – One data sample containing temperature and conductivity, as well as derived variables (salinity and sound velocity). SBE 45 MicroTSG – High-accuracy conductivity and temperature monitor. SBE Data Processing – Sea-Bird’s Win 2000/XP data processing software, which calculates temperature and conductivity, as well as data from auxiliary sensors, and derives variables such as salinity and sound velocity.

  • Page 51: Appendix I: Functional Description

    Appendix I: Functional Description SBE 45 Appendix I: Functional Description Sensors The MicroTSG embodies the same sensor elements (3-electrode, 2-terminal, borosilicate glass cell, and pressure-protected thermistor) previously employed in Sea-Bird’s modular SBE 3 and SBE 4 sensors, in the SEACAT and SEACAT plus family, and in the SBE 37 MicroCAT family.

  • Page 52: Appendix Ii: Electronics Disassembly/Reassembly

    Appendix II: Electronics Disassembly/Reassembly SBE 45 Appendix II: Electronics Disassembly/Reassembly Note: Do not disassemble the MicroTSG electronics unless: Do not disassemble the MicroTSG • moving the J1 jumper on the PCB to change operation from Autopower to send the sensors or PCB to (default) to Normal, or vice versa, or Sea-Bird for recalibration or repair.

  • Page 53: Appendix Iii: Command Summary

    Appendix III: Command Summary SBE 45 Appendix III: Command Summary CATEGORY COMMAND DESCRIPTION Status Display status. x= baud rate (1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, Baud=x or 38400). Default 4800. x=0 (default): Output order is temperature, conductivity, salinity, sound velocity. x=1: Suppress space before conductivity output. OutputFormat=x x=2: Reverse conductivity and salinity order (not for use with Seasave, SBE Data Processing, or optional...
  • Page 54 Appendix III: Command Summary SBE 45 CATEGORY COMMAND DESCRIPTION Take sample, hold converted data in RAM, output Polled converted data Sampling Take sample, hold raw data in RAM, output raw data. Do not send these Send converted data from last sample in RAM, then commands if take new sample and hold converted data in RAM.

  • Page 55: Appendix Iv: Af24173 Anti-Foulant Device

    AF24173 Anti-Foulant Devices supplied for user replacement are supplied in polyethylene bags displaying the following label: AF24173 ANTI-FOULANT DEVICE FOR USE ONLY IN SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS' CONDUCTIVITY SENSORS TO CONTROL THE GROWTH OF AQUATIC ORGANISMS WITHIN ELECTRONIC CONDUCTIVITY SENSORS. ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Bis(tributyltin) oxide…………..…………………………..
  • Page 56 Appendix IV: AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device SBE 45 AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device FOR USE ONLY IN SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS’ CONDUCTIVITY SENSORS TO CONTROL THE GROWTH OF AQUATIC ORGANISMS WITHIN ELECTRONIC CONDUCTIVITY SENSORS. ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Bis(tributyltin) oxide…………..…………………………..53.0% OTHER INGREDIENTS: ………………………………..47.0% Total………………………………………………………..100.0% DANGER See Precautionary Statements for additional information.
  • Page 57 Do not use or store near heat or open flame. Avoid contact with acids and oxidizers. DIRECTIONS FOR USE It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. For use only in Sea-Bird Electronics’ conductivity sensors. Read installation instructions in the applicable Conductivity Instrument Manual.
  • Page 58 Federal or approved State procedures under Subtitle C of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. CONTAINER HANDLING: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse this container for any other purpose. Offer for recycling, if available. Sea-Bird Electronics/label revised 01-28-10...

  • Page 59: Appendix V: Replacement Parts

    Appendix V: Replacement Parts SBE 45 Appendix V: Replacement Parts Part Quantity in Part Application Description Number MicroTSG 3/8" NPT to Hose Barb Intake and exhaust nozzles on 30541 Fitting for 3/8" Tygon water jacket tubing, Parker, N6MCB6 Bis(tributyltin) oxide device AF24173 Anti-Foulant 801542.1 inserted into anti-foulant...

  • Page 60: Index

    Index SBE 45 Index .con file · 33 Format .xmlcon file · 33 data output · 32 Functional description · 43 Anti-Foulant Device · 47 removal before shipping to Sea-Bird · 40 Glossary · 42 replacing · 39 Installation Baud rate · 12 remote temperature sensor ·...
  • Page 61 Index SBE 45 Sample timing · 11 Terminal program · 8 Sampling modes · 24 Testing · 20 SBE 38 remote temperature sensor · 14, 16 Timeout description · 26 SBE Data Processing · 8, 15, 33, 36 Triton · 42 Schematic ·...
  • Page 62 SBE 45 MicroTSG (RS-232) Reference Sheet (see SBE 45 MicroTSG User’s Manual for complete details) Deployment 1. Verify setting of Power-Up Jumper J1 (see product configuration sheet on manual front cover for factory-setting): • Autopower (default) – pins 1 and 2. The MicroTSG wakes up when power is applied.
  • Page 63 Command Instructions and List • Input commands in upper or lower case letters and register commands by pressing the Enter key. • If in quiescent (sleep) state, re-establish communications by pressing Connect on the Toolbar or the Enter key to get S> prompt. •...
  • Page 64 SBE 45 MicroTSG (Thermosalinograph) The SBE 45 MicroTSG Thermosalinograph is an externally powered, high-accuracy instrument, designed for shipboard determination of sea surface (pumped-water) conductivity and temperature. Salinity and sound velocity can also be computed. The MicroTSG is constructed of plastic and titanium to ensure long life with minimum maintenance.
  • Page 65 SBE 38 datasheet. System Schematic: SBE 45 with Optional PN 90402 Interface Box and Remote Temperature Sensor System Schematic: SBE 45 12/09 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. E-mail: seabird@seabird.com 13431 NE 20th Street, Bellevue, Washington 98005 USA Telephone: (425) 643-9866 Website: http://www.seabird.com...
  • Page 66 PN 90402 - SBE 45 Power, Navigation, and Remote Temperature Interface Box For use with SBE 45 MicroTSG Note: NEW ADDRESS as of January 18, 2010 User’s Manual Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. 13431 NE 20 Street Bellevue, Washington 98005 USA Telephone: 425-643-9866...
  • Page 67 SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC. disclaims all product liability risks arising from the use or servicing of this system. SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC. has no way of controlling the use of this equipment or of choosing the personnel to operate it, and therefore cannot take steps to comply with laws pertaining to product liability, including laws which impose a duty to warn the user of any dangers involved in operating this equipment.
  • Page 68 Table of Contents SBE 45 Interface Box Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction ................ 4 About this Manual .....................4 Unpacking Interface Box ...................5 Section 2: Interface Box Description..........6 System Description ....................6 Specifications.....................7 System Communications ...................7 Connections, Switches, and LEDs ..............8 Data Output Format ...................9 Section 3: Setting Up System ............

  • Page 69: Section 1: Introduction

    About this Manual This manual is to be used with the PN 90402 – SBE 45 Power, Navigation, and Remote Temperature Interface Box for the SBE 45 MicroTSG. It is organized to guide the user from installation through operation. We have included specifications, setup and operation descriptions, and helpful notes throughout the manual.

  • Page 70: Unpacking Interface Box

    Section 1: Introduction SBE 45 Interface Box Unpacking Interface Box Shown below is a typical PN 90402 – SBE 45 Power, Navigation, and Remote Temperature Interface Box shipment. Interface Box DC power connector AC power cable Cable - SBE 45 to Interface Box Connectors for SBE 45, I/O cable (Interface Box SBE 38, and NMEA...

  • Page 71: Section 2: Interface Box Description

    System Description The PN 90402 – SBE 45 Power, Navigation, and Remote Temperature Interface Box provides continuous power and an opto-isolated RS-232C interface for the SBE 45 MicroTSG Thermosalinograph. Additionally, the Interface Box provides: • An opto-isolated NMEA receiver for an optional NMEA navigation device (not supplied by Sea-Bird) •...

  • Page 72: Specifications

    Section 2: Interface Box Description SBE 45 Interface Box Specifications Power AC: 100-240 VAC / 47-63Hz / 0.25A, The Interface Box should always be used with a three- Requirements terminal outlet that includes a protective earth. DC: 10-28 VDC / 0.10A Fuse 5x20mm, 250VAC Slow-Blow, 0.5 Amp Operating...

  • Page 73: Connections, Switches, And Leds

    Cables shorter than 3 meters can be used without shielding when installing or bench testing the instrument. • SBE 45 - to SBE 45 MicroTSG; use supplied 4-pin MS-3106A-14S-2P connector or supplied cable: Interface Box Function...

  • Page 74: Data Output Format

    Section 2: Interface Box Description SBE 45 Interface Box Data Output Format The time between each output scan is governed by the SBE 45’s setup. The Interface Box outputs the most recent data from the SBE 38 and/or NMEA navigation device with each scan of SBE 45 data. The Interface Box outputs data in the following format and order: Format=0 (standard format) t1=ttt.tttt, c1=cc.ccccc, s = sss.ssss, sv=vvvv.vvv,...

  • Page 75: Section 3: Setting Up System

    Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box Section 3: Setting Up System This section covers: • Installing Sea-Bird software • Communications testing and setup • System commands • Setting up the SBE 45 configuration (.xmlcon or .con) file Installing Software Sea-Bird recommends the following minimum system requirements for SEASOFT V2: Windows 2000 or later, 500 MHz processor, 256 MB RAM,...

  • Page 76: Communications Test And Setup

    Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box Communications Test and Setup 1. With power to the Interface Box off, double click on SeaTerm.exe. If this Notes: is the first time SEATERM is used, the setup dialog box may appear: •...
  • Page 77 Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box Following are the Toolbar keys applicable to the Interface Box: Toolbar Equivalent Description Keys Command* Re-establish communications with Interface Box. (press Enter Connect Computer responds with S> prompt. key) Status Display instrument status. Capture instrument responses on screen to file.
  • Page 78 Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box 5. If the SBE 45 was set to AutoRun=Y and its J1 jumper was set to pins 1 and 2 (begin sampling automatically on power up), data from the Interface Box begins scrolling on the screen. Each time data is received from an instrument (SBE 45, SBE 38, and NMEA navigation device), the Note: corresponding LED on the Interface Box flashes.

  • Page 79: Commands

    Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box Commands This section describes commands and provides sample outputs. When entering commands: • Input commands to the Interface Box in upper or lower case letters and register commands by pressing the Enter key. •...
  • Page 80 Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box Mode Commands IMode=x x=Normal: On power-up, Interface Box is in Normal mode for communicating with Notes: Interface Box. • IMode=Connect45 is not compatible with Seasave real-time x=Connect45: On power-up, data acquisition software. Interface Box is in SBE 45 mode, for •...
  • Page 81 Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box Output Format Command Note: See Data Output Format in Section 2: Format=x x=0: Output standard format (default) Interface Box Description for details. t1=ttt.tttt, c1=cc.ccccc, s = • Format=1 is not compatible with sss.ssss, sv=vvvv.vvv, t2 = Seasave real-time data acquisition ttt.tttt, lat = DD MM.MMMM W,...

  • Page 82: Setting Up Instruments

    Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box Setting Up Instruments SBE 45 Notes: • In SEATERM, use the @ Set the SBE 45 J1 jumper to Autopower (pins 1 and 2) for use with the character or press the Esc key to Interface Box (this is the default setting when the SBE 45 is shipped).

  • Page 83: Nmea Navigation Device

    Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box NMEA Navigation Device The Interface Box is designed to decode messages that are output from navigation devices supporting NMEA 0183 protocol, outputting messages in GGA, GLL, RMA, RMC, or TRF format. Verify that the navigation device baud rate matches the baud rate set in the Interface Box with NMEABaud= (4800 or 9600).

  • Page 84: Setting Up Sbe 45 Configuration (.Xmlcon Or .Con) File In Seasave

    Section 3: Setting Up System SBE 45 Interface Box Setting Up SBE 45 Configuration (.xmlcon or .con) File in Seasave The Interface Box integrates optional NMEA navigation device data and Notes: optional SBE 38 data into the SBE 45 data stream. Seasave, Sea-Bird’s real- •...

  • Page 85: Section 4: Operating System

    Section 4: Operating System SBE 45 Interface Box Section 4: Operating System Note: This section covers acquiring real-time data with Seasave and processing data For acquiring data in Seasave: with SBE Data Processing. • SBE 45 must be set up for •...

  • Page 86: Processing Data With Sbe Data Processing

    Section 4: Operating System SBE 45 Interface Box In the Start Real-Time Data Acquisition dialog box, click Start. A. If you selected Begin archiving data immediately or Begin archiving data when ‘Start Archiving’ command is sent above, and selected Prompt for Header Information in the Header Form setup (Configure Outputs), the Header Information dialog box appears.

  • Page 87: Section 5: Routine Maintenance

    Section 5: Routine Maintenance SBE 45 Interface Box Section 5: Routine Maintenance To clean the Interface Box: 1. Disconnect the power and any other cables from the Interface Box. 2. Using a soft cotton cloth dampened with warm water, clean the exterior of the Interface Box with gentle pressure.

  • Page 88: Section 6: Troubleshooting

    Section 6: Troubleshooting SBE 45 Interface Box Section 6: Troubleshooting This section reviews common problems in operating the Interface Box, and provides the most likely causes and solutions. Problem 1: Unable to Communicate with Interface Box The Interface Box message prompt indicates that communications between the Interface Box and computer have been established.

  • Page 89: Problem 3: Unable To Communicate With Sbe 38 Through Interface Box

    Section 6: Troubleshooting SBE 45 Interface Box Problem 3: Unable to Communicate with SBE 38 through Interface Box In SEATERM, while communicating with the Interface Box, send Connect38. The following message should appear: connected to SBE 38 . . . This indicates that communications between the Interface Box and SBE 38 have been established.

  • Page 90: Problem 6: Changing Sbe 45 And/Or Sbe 38 Baud Rate Without Cables For Direct Connection

    Section 6: Troubleshooting SBE 45 Interface Box Problem 6: Changing SBE 45 and/or SBE 38 Baud Rate without Cables for Direct Connection The baud rate for communication between the Interface Box and computer Note: must be greater than the baud rate between the Interface Box and SBE 45 and If you have a cable for direct baud rate between the Interface Box and the SBE 38.

  • Page 91: Glossary

    SBE Data Processing installation. PCB – Printed Circuit Board. SBE 45 MicroTSG – High-accuracy conductivity and temperature monitor. SBE Data Processing – Sea-Bird’s Win 2000/XP data processing software, which calculates temperature and conductivity, as well as data from auxiliary sensors, and derives variables such as salinity and sound velocity.

  • Page 92: Appendix I: Nmea Data

    Appendix I: NMEA Data SBE 45 Interface Box Appendix I: NMEA Data NMEA Raw Message Formats The Interface Box can interpret NMEA data from a NMEA navigation device if the data is in one of the following formats: GGA - Global Positioning System Fix Data Notes: Time, position, and fix-related data for a GPS receiver.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting Nmea

    Appendix I: NMEA Data SBE 45 Interface Box Troubleshooting NMEA Problem 1: Yellow NMEA LED Not Flashing Cause/Solution 1: Wiring may be incorrect. Check cables and connections between the Interface Box, NMEA navigation device, and computer. Cause/Solution 2: NMEA navigation device may be set to the wrong communication parameters (Interface Box requires 4800 or 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity).

  • Page 94: Nmea Simulation Program

    Appendix I: NMEA Data SBE 45 Interface Box NMEA Simulation Program Sea-Bird provides a NMEA message simulation program, NMEATest, as a troubleshooting aid. NMEATest, part of the SEASOFT V2 package, simulates a NMEA navigation device transmitting NMEA messages. If the system does not work with the NMEA navigation device, but works with NMEATest, the problem is with the interface cable from the NMEA navigation device to the Interface Box or in the NMEA navigation device itself.
  • Page 95 Appendix I: NMEA Data SBE 45 Interface Box On the NMEATest screen, click Start. NMEA data should begin to display on the NMEATest screen. Additionally, NMEA data should begin to display appended to the SBE 45 data in SEATERM on computer 1. The yellow NMEA LED should flash on the Interface Box each time the simulation program transmits a new position.

  • Page 96: Appendix Ii: Replacement Parts

    Appendix II: Replacement Parts SBE 45 Interface Box Appendix II: Replacement Parts Part Application Part Quantity Number Description DB-9P to DB-9S cable, From Interface Box to 171887 3 m (10 ft) computer 25-pin DB-25S to For use with computer 171888 9-pin DB-9P with DB-25 connector cable adapter...
  • Page 97 Index SBE 45 Interface Box Index raw message formats · 27 simulation program · 29 troubleshooting · 28 NMEATest · 6, 10, 29 .con file · 19 .xmlcon file · 19 Operating system · 20 Baud rate · 7 Parts replacement ·...
  • Page 98 CALIBRATION SHEETS SBE 45 Temperature Calibration - S/N 0402................. SBE 45 Conductivity Calibration - S/N 0402.................
  • Page 99 0.02 31-Jan-12 0.00 0.01 0.00 -0.01 -0.02 Temperature, Degrees C...
  • Page 100 0.002 31-Jan-12 1.0000000 0.001 0.000 -0.001 -0.002 Conductivity (Siemens/m)

  • Page 101: Application Notes

    APPLICATION NOTES Appnote 2DConductivity......................Appnote 6Sound Velocity....................... Appnote 10Conductivity......................Appnote 141978 Practical Salinity Scale................Appnote 31Coefficient Corrections..................Appnote 42ITS-90 Temperature Scale................... Appnote 68USB Ports......................Appnote 71Desiccant Use and Regeneration................
  • Page 102 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. Phone: (425) 643-9866 13431 NE 20 Street Fax: (425) 643-9954 Bellevue, WA 98005 E-mail: seabird@seabird.com Web: www.seabird.com APPLICATION NOTE NO. 2D Revised October 2010 Instructions for Care and Cleaning of Conductivity Cells This application note presents new recommendations (as of October 2006), based on our recent research, for cleaning and storing conductivity sensors.
  • Page 103 Rinsing, Cleaning, and Storage Procedures SBE 4 Conductivity Sensor Note: See Cleaning Materials below for discussion of appropriate sources / concentrations of water, Triton X-100, bleach, and tubing. CAUTIONS: Soaker tube  The conductivity cell is primarily glass, and can break if mishandled. Use the correct size Tygon tubing;...
  • Page 104 Cleaning Materials Water De-ionized (DI) water, commercially distilled water, or fresh, clean, tap water is recommended for rinsing, cleaning, and storing sensors.  On ships, fresh water is typically made in large quantities by a distillation process, and stored in large tanks. This water may be contaminated with small amounts of oil, and should not be used for rinsing, cleaning, or storing sensors.
  • Page 105 Acid In rare instances, acid cleaning is required for mineral contamination of the conductivity cell. Sea-Bird recommends that you return the equipment to the factory for this cleaning. Information below is provided if you cannot return the equipment to Sea-Bird. CAUTIONS: ...
  • Page 106 Application Note Revision History Date Description January 1998 Initial release. October 2002 Remove reference to part number for the small anti-foul cylinders (which have been eliminated) in Tygon tubing. January 2005 Change in recommendations. Clean with bleach solution as well as Triton. Acid cleaning is not recommended in general, but some information on acid is still provided for the few cases where it is necessary.
  • Page 107 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. Phone: (425) 643-9866 13431 NE 20 Street Fax: (425) 643-9954 Bellevue, WA 98005 E-mail: seabird@seabird.com Web: www.seabird.com APPLICATION NOTE NO. 6 Revised August 2004 DETERMINATION OF SOUND VELOCITY FROM CTD DATA Use of CTD measurement for determination of sound velocity is appealing because these instruments are simpler and more rugged, and because their resolution, accuracy, and stability lead to far better precision than can be obtained with direct SV measuring devices.
  • Page 108 We draw the following conclusions from the research papers listed above: Investigators using specialized equipment under scrupulously controlled laboratory conditions report measurements of SV vs. changes in temperature, salinity, and pressure which differ by 0.5 meters/second and more. It is unrealistic to expect that commercial direct-measurement instruments will be more accurate under field conditions than the laboratory equipment used by successions of careful researchers.
  • Page 109 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. Phone: (425) 643-9866 13431 NE 20 Street Fax: (425) 643-9954 Bellevue, WA 98005 E-mail: seabird@seabird.com Web: www.seabird.com APPLICATION NOTE NO. 10 Revised March 2008 COMPRESSIBILITY COMPENSATION OF SEA-BIRD CONDUCTIVITY SENSORS Sea-Bird conductivity sensors provide precise characterization of deep ocean water masses. To achieve the accuracy of which the sensors are capable, an accounting for the effect of hydrostatic loading (pressure) on the conductivity cell is necessary.
  • Page 110 DISCUSSION OF PRESSURE CORRECTION Conductivity cells do not measure the specific conductance (the desired property), but rather the conductance of a specific geometry of water. The ratio of the cell’s length to its cross-sectional area (cell constant) is used to relate the measured conductance to specific conductance.
  • Page 111 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. Phone: (425) 643-9866 13431 NE 20 Street Fax: (425) 643-9954 Bellevue, WA 98005 E-mail: seabird@seabird.com Web: www.seabird.com APPLICATION NOTE NO. 14 January 1989 1978 PRACTICAL SALINITY SCALE Should you not be already familiar with it, we would like to call your attention to the January 1980 issue of the IEEE Journal of Oceanic Engineering, which is dedicated to presenting the results of a multi-national effort to obtain a uniform repeatable Practical Salinity Scale, based upon electrical conductivity measurements.
  • Page 113 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. Phone: (425) 643-9866 13431 NE 20 Street Fax: (425) 643-9954 Bellevue, WA 98005 E-mail: seabird@seabird.com Web: www.seabird.com APPLICATION NOTE NO. 31 Revised February 2010 Computing Temperature and Conductivity Slope and Offset Correction Coefficients from Laboratory Calibrations and Salinity Bottle Samples Conductivity Sensors The conductivity sensor slope and offset entries in the configuration (.con or .xmlcon) file in SEASOFT permit the user...
  • Page 114 To correct conductivity data taken between pre- and post-cruise calibrations: islope = 1.0 + (b / n) [(1 / postslope) - 1.0] where islope = interpolated slope; this is the value to enter in the configuration (.con or .xmlcon) file b = number of days between pre-cruise calibration and the cast to be corrected n = number of days between pre- and post-cruise calibrations postslope = slope from calibration sheet as calculated above (see Appendix I: Example Conductivity...
  • Page 115 Example Three salinity bottles are taken during a CTD profile; assume for this discussion that shipboard analysis of the bottle salinities is perfect. The uncorrected CTD data (from Seasave V7) and bottle salinities are: CTD Raw Approximate CTD Raw CTD Raw CTD Raw Bottle Conductivity...

  • Page 116: Temperature Sensors

    Temperature Sensors The temperature sensor slope and offset entries in the configuration (.con or .xmlcon) file in SEASOFT permit the user to make corrections for sensor drift between calibrations. The correction formula is: corrected temperature = slope * (computed temperature) + offset where : slope = (true temperature span) / (instrument reading temperature span) offset = (true temperature - instrument reading temperature) * slope...
  • Page 117 Correcting for Temperature Drift Based on Pre- and Post-Cruise Laboratory Calibrations Suppose a temperature sensor is calibrated (pre-cruise), then immediately used at-sea, and then returned for post- cruise calibration. The pre-and post-cruise calibration data can be used to generate an offset correction for data obtained between the pre- and post-cruise calibrations.
  • Page 118 Appendix I: Example Conductivity Calibration Sheet...
  • Page 119 Appendix II: Example Temperature Calibration Sheet...
  • Page 120 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. Phone: (425) 643-9866 13431 NE 20 Street Fax: (425) 643-9954 Bellevue, WA 98005 E-mail: seabird@seabird.com Web: www.seabird.com APPLICATION NOTE NO. 42 Revised February 2010 ITS-90 TEMPERATURE SCALE Beginning in January 1995, Sea-Bird's temperature metrology laboratory (based upon water triple-point and gallium melt cell, SPRT, and ASL F18 Temperature Bridge) converted to ITS-90 (T90).
  • Page 121 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. Phone: (425) 643-9866 13431 NE 20 Street Fax: (425) 643-9954 Bellevue, WA 98005 E-mail: seabird@seabird.com Web: www.seabird.com APPLICATION NOTE NO. 68 June 2009 Revised Using USB Ports to Communicate with Sea-Bird Instruments Most Sea-Bird instruments use the RS-232 protocol for transmitting setup commands to the instrument and receiving data from the instrument.
  • Page 122 Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. Phone: (425) 643-9866 13431 NE 20 Street Fax: (425) 643-9954 Bellevue, WA 98005 E-mail: seabird@seabird.com Web: www.seabird.com APPLICATION NOTE NO. 71 Revised March 2008 Desiccant Use and Regeneration (drying) This application note applies to all Sea-Bird instruments intended for underwater use. The application note covers: •...
  • Page 123 Regeneration (drying) of Desiccant Replacement desiccant bags are available from Sea-Bird: • PN 60039 is a metal can containing 25 1-gram desiccant bags and 1 humidity indicator card. The 1-gram bags are used in our smaller diameter housings, such as the SBE 3 (plus, F, and S), 4 (M and C), 5T and 5P, 37 (-SI, -SIP, -SM, -SMP, -IM, and –IMP), 38, 39, 39-IM, 43, 44, 45, 48, 49, and 50.
  • Page 124 Sud-Chemie Performance Packaging 101 Christine Dr. Belen, New Mexico 87002 Phone: (505) 864-6691 ISO 9002 CERTIFIED Fax: (505) 864-9296 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET – August 13, 2002 ® SORB-IT Packaged Desiccant SECTION I -- PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Trade Name and Synonyms: Silica Gel, Synthetic Amorphous Silica, Silicon, Dioxide Chemical Family:...
  • Page 125 Sud-Chemie Performance Packaging 101 Christine Dr. Belen, New Mexico 87002 Phone: (505) 864-6691 ISO 9002 CERTIFIED Fax: (505) 864-9296 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET – August 13, 2002 ® SORB-IT Packaged Desiccant SECTION IV -- FIRE EXPLOSION DATA Fire and Explosion Hazard - Negligible fire and explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame by reaction with incompatible substances.
  • Page 126 Sud-Chemie Performance Packaging 101 Christine Dr. Belen, New Mexico 87002 Phone: (505) 864-6691 ISO 9002 CERTIFIED Fax: (505) 864-9296 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET – August 13, 2002 ® SORB-IT Packaged Desiccant NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: This product is a desiccant and generates heat as it adsorbs water.
  • Page 127 Sud-Chemie Performance Packaging 101 Christine Dr. Belen, New Mexico 87002 Phone: (505) 864-6691 ISO 9002 CERTIFIED Fax: (505) 864-9296 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET – August 13, 2002 ® SORB-IT Packaged Desiccant * No Information Available HMIS (Hazardous Materials Identification System) for this product is as follows: Health Hazard Flammability...

  • Page 128: Drawings

    DRAWINGS Dwg 50179SBE 45 External I/O Wiring, RS-232..........................Dwg 41053SBE 45 Internal I/O Molex Wiring..........................Dwg 32756Cable Assy, Data I/O with Power Leads, DB-9S, PN 801392..................Dwg 31063CCable Assy, SBE 38 to Jct Box, RMG-4FS to MS, PN 80437................... Dwg 32397ACable Assy, SBE 45 to Jct Box, RMG-4FS to MS, PN 801216................. Dwg 32398Cable Assy, SBE 45 DC Power Cable, PN 801217......................

  • Page 139: Warranty

    Instruments found defective should be returned to the factory carefully packed, as the customer will be responsible for freight damage. 8. Incidental or consequential damages or costs incurred as a result of product malfunction are not the responsibility of SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC.

  • Page 140: Warranty

    WARRANTY ADMINISTRATION POLICY Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc. and its authorized representatives or resellers provide warranty support only to the original purchaser. Warranty claims, requests for information or other support, and orders for post-warranty repair and service, by end-users that did not purchase directly from Sea-Bird or an authorized representative or reseller, must be made through the original purchaser.

  • Page 141: Warranty

    (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or any other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or inability to use this Sea-Bird Electronics product, even if Sea-Bird has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
  • Page 142 Sea-Bird Service Request Form To return instruments for calibration or other service, please provide the information below, so we can serve you better and prevent delays in the return of the instruments: 1. Get a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from Sea-Bird (seabird@seabird.com, phone [+1] 425-643-9866, fax [+1] 425-643-9954). Reference the RMA number on this form, on the outside shipping label for the instruments, and in all related correspondence.
  • Page 143 Include your RMA number in the e-mail. Option B. Ship via EXPRESS COURIER directly to Sea-Bird Electronics (see address above): If you choose this option, we recommend shipping via UPS, FedEx, or DHL. Their service is door-to-door, including customs clearance.

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