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Sea-Bird Scientific SBE 37-SM Product Manual

Conductivity and temperature (pressure optional) microcat c-t-(p) recorder with rs-232 interface
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SBE 37-SM MicroCAT C-T-(P) Recorder
Conductivity and Temperature (pressure optional) Recorder with RS-232 Interface
Release Date
10/18/2018
Version
041
Firmware
5.1.1 & later
Software
Seaterm V2 2.6.3 & later
SBE Data Processing 7.26.7 & later
service@seabird.com | support@seabird.com | Tel: +1 425 643 9866
Copyright 2017 Sea-Bird Scientific. All rights reserved.
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  • Page 1 Conductivity and Temperature (pressure optional) Recorder with RS-232 Interface Release Date 10/18/2018 Version Firmware 5.1.1 & later Software Seaterm V2 2.6.3 & later SBE Data Processing 7.26.7 & later service@seabird.com | support@seabird.com | Tel: +1 425 643 9866 Copyright 2017 Sea-Bird Scientific. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Limited Liability Statement

    Limited Liability Statement Extreme care should be exercised when using or servicing this equipment. It should be used or serviced only by personnel with knowledge of and training in the use and maintenance of oceanographic electronic equipment. SEA-BIRD ELECTRONICS, INC. disclaims all product liability risks arising from the use or servicing of this system.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    Manual revision 041 Declaration of Conformity SBE 37-SM RS-232 Declaration of Conformity...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Manual revision 041 Table of Contents SBE 37-SM RS-232 Table of Contents Limited Liability Statement ..............2 Declaration of Conformity ..............3 Table of Contents ................. 4 Section 1: Introduction ................ 6 About this Manual .....................6 Quick Start ......................6 Unpacking MicroCAT ..................7 Shipping Precautions ..................8...
  • Page 5 Manual revision 041 Table of Contents SBE 37-SM RS-232 Pressure Sensor (optional) Calibration ............. 67 Section 6: Troubleshooting ..............68 Problem 1: Unable to Communicate with MicroCAT ........68 Problem 2: No Data Recorded ................. 68 Problem 3: Unreasonable T, C, or P Data ............68 Problem 4: Salinity Spikes ................

  • Page 6: Section 1: Introduction

    About this Manual This manual is to be used with the SBE 37-SM MicroCAT Conductivity and Temperature Recorder (pressure optional) with RS-232 interface. It is organized to guide the user from installation through operation and data collection.

  • Page 7: Unpacking Microcat

    Manual revision 041 Section 1: Introduction SBE 37-SM RS-232 Unpacking MicroCAT Shown below is a typical MicroCAT shipment. SBE 37-SM MicroCAT I/O cable 12 AA lithium cells Spare hardware Cell cleaning solution and o-ring kit (Triton-X) Software, and Electronic Copies of...

  • Page 8: Shipping Precautions

    Manual revision 041 Section 1: Introduction SBE 37-SM RS-232 Shipping Precautions DISCLAIMER / WARNING: The shipping information provided in is a general overview of lithium battery shipping requirements; it does not provide complete shipping information. The information is provided as a courtesy, to be used as a guideline to assist properly trained shippers.

  • Page 9: Section 2: Description Of Microcat

    Section 2: Description of MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Section 2: Description of MicroCAT This section describes the functions and features of the SBE 37-SM MicroCAT, including specifications, dimensions, end cap connectors, sample timing, battery pack endurance, and external power. System Description...
  • Page 10 Manual revision 041 Section 2: Description of MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 The MicroCAT’s internal-field conductivity cell is immune to proximity errors and unaffected by external fouling. A plastic cup with threaded cover at each end of the cell retains the expendable AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Manual revision 041 Section 2: Description of MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Specifications Conductivity Optional Temperature (°C) (S/m) Pressure 0 to full scale range: Note: Measurement 0 to 7 20 / 100 / 350 / 600 / -5 to +45 Pressure ranges are expressed...

  • Page 12: Dimensions And End Cap Connector

    Manual revision 041 Section 2: Description of MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Dimensions and End Cap Connector Dimensions in millimeters (inches)

  • Page 13: Cables And Wiring

    Manual revision 041 Section 2: Description of MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Cables and Wiring...

  • Page 14: Sample Timing

    Older sample is dependent on the user-programmed sampling mode, and inclusion of SBE 37-SM MicroCATs use a a pressure sensor in the MicroCAT. So, battery pack endurance is highly battery pack with a red cover plate;...

  • Page 15: External Power

    Manual revision 041 Section 2: Description of MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 External Power The MicroCAT can be powered from an external source that supplies 0.25 Amps at 9 – 24 VDC. The internal lithium battery pack is diode-OR’d with the external source, so power is drawn from whichever voltage source is higher.

  • Page 16: Section 3: Preparing Microcat For Deployment

    Manual revision 041 Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment SBE 37-SM RS-232 Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment This section describes the pre-check procedure for preparing the MicroCAT for deployment. Installation of the battery pack, installation of Sea-Bird software, and testing power and communications are discussed.
  • Page 17 Keep the handle in an upright position. Holding the edge of the yellow cover plate, unscrew the cover plate from the battery pack assembly. Note: Older SBE 37-SM MicroCATs use a battery pack with a red cover plate; the wiring of that pack is different from this one, and cannot be used with this 37-SM.

  • Page 18: Software Installation

    Manual revision 041 Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment SBE 37-SM RS-232 Software Installation Seasoft V2 was designed to work with a PC running Windows 7/8/10 Notes: (32-bit or 64-bit).  Help files provide detailed information on the software. If not already installed, install Sea-Bird software programs on your computer...

  • Page 19: Test

    Manual revision 041 Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment SBE 37-SM RS-232 Test Note: See SeatermV2’s Help files. Double click on SeatermV2.exe. The main screen looks like this: SeatermV2 is a launcher, and launches the appropriate terminal program for the selected instrument.
  • Page 20 Manual revision 041 Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment SBE 37-SM RS-232 Following is a description of the menus: Menu Description Equivalent Command*  Load command file – opens selected .XML command file, and fills Send Commands window with commands.
  • Page 21 Manual revision 041 Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment SBE 37-SM RS-232 If this is the first time Seaterm232 is being used, the configuration dialog box displays: Computer COM port and baud rate for communication between computer and MicroCAT. Seaterm232 tries to connect at this baud rate, but if unsuccessful will cycle through all available baud rates.
  • Page 22 Manual revision 041 Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment SBE 37-SM RS-232 Taking a look at the Send Commands window: Click on desired command description in list. Help box describes selected command in more detail. Enter any command arguments (such as...
  • Page 23 Manual revision 041 Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment SBE 37-SM RS-232 Display MicroCAT status information typing DS and pressing the Note: Enter key. The display looks like this: The MicroCAT automatically enters SBE37SM-RS232 v5.0.0 SERIAL NO. 30051 04 Aug 2017 20:55:10 quiescent (sleep) state after vMain = 13.59, vLith =...

  • Page 24: Section 4: Deploying And Operating Microcat

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT This section includes:  system operation with example sets of operation commands  baud rate and cable length considerations  timeout description ...

  • Page 25: Polled Sampling

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Polled Sampling On command, the MicroCAT takes a measurement and sends the data to the computer. Storing of data in the MicroCAT’s FLASH memory is dependent on the particular command used.

  • Page 26: Autonomous Sampling (Logging Commands)

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Autonomous Sampling (Logging commands) At pre-programmed intervals (SampleInterval=) the MicroCAT wakes up, samples data, stores the data in its FLASH memory, and goes to sleep (enters Notes: quiescent state). Logging is started with StartNow or StartLater, and is ...

  • Page 27: Serial Line Synchronization (Serial Line Sync)

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Serial Line Synchronization (Serial Line Sync) Serial Line Sync allows a simple pulse (a single character) on the RS-232 line to initiate a sample. This mode provides easy integration with ADCPs or...

  • Page 28: Real-Time Data Acquisition

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Real-Time Data Acquisition The length of cable that the MicroCAT can drive is dependent on the baud Notes: rate. Check the capability of your computer and terminal program before ...

  • Page 29: Command Descriptions

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Command Descriptions This section describes commands and provides sample outputs. Entries made with the commands are permanently stored in the MicroCAT and remain in effect until you change them. See Appendix III: Command Summary for a summarized command list.
  • Page 30 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Status Commands GetCD Get and display configuration data, which Notes: includes parameters related to MicroCAT  GetCD output does not include setup. Most of these parameters can be user- calibration coefficients.
  • Page 31 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Status Commands (continued) GetSD Get and display status data, which contains data that changes while deployed. List below includes, where applicable, command used to modify parameter:  Device type, Serial number ...
  • Page 32 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Status Commands (continued) Note: GetCC Get and display calibration coefficients, Dates shown are when calibrations which are initially factory-set and should were performed. agree with Calibration Certificates shipped with MicroCAT.
  • Page 33 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Status Commands (continued) GetEC Get and display event counter data, which can help to identify root cause of a malfunction. Event counter records number of occurrences of common timeouts, power-on resets, etc.
  • Page 34 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Status Commands (continued) GetHD Get and display hardware data, which is fixed data describing MicroCAT:  Device type, Serial number  Manufacturer  Firmware version  Firmware date ...
  • Page 35 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Status Commands (continued) Display operating status and setup. Notes:  The DS response contains similar List below includes, where applicable, information as the combined command used to modify parameter.
  • Page 36 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Status Commands (continued) Notes: Display calibration coefficients, which are  The DC and GetCC responses initially factory-set and should agree with contain the same information, but in Calibration Certificates shipped with different formats.
  • Page 37 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 General Setup Commands DateTime=mmddyyyyhhmmss Set real-time clock month, day, year, hour, minute, second. Example: Set current date and time to 10 September 2017 12:00:00 (user input in bold).
  • Page 38 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Memory Setup Commands Note: If the FLASH memory is filled to Initialize logging – after all previous data InitLogging capacity, sampling continues, but has been uploaded, initialize logging...
  • Page 39 CompatibleMode=x x=Y: Alter the output format for when polled for data or as data is compatibility with older SBE 37-SM uploaded; therefore, outputting these firmware versions. parameters has no effect on the number of samples that can be stored x=N: Do not.
  • Page 40 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Output Format Setup Commands (continued) OutputSC=x x=Y: Output specific conductivity (units Note: defined by SetCondUnits=) with each Specific conductivity sample, if OutputFormat=1 or 2. = C / (1 + A * [T - 25]) x=N: Do not.
  • Page 41 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Autonomous Sampling (Logging) Commands Logging commands direct the MicroCAT to sample data at pre-programmed intervals and store the data in its FLASH memory. Notes:  Do not set SampleInterval= to less...
  • Page 42 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Polled Sampling Commands These commands are used to request 1 or more samples from the MicroCAT. Note: Unless noted otherwise, the MicroCAT does not store the data in FLASH The MicroCAT has a buffer that memory.
  • Page 43 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Data Upload Commands Stop sampling (send Stop) before uploading data. Notes:  Use Seaterm232’s Upload menu GetSamples:b,e Upload data from scan b to scan e, to upload data that will be in format defined by OutputFormat=.
  • Page 44 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Calibration Coefficients Commands Calibration coefficients are initially factory-set and should agree with Calibration Certificates shipped with the MicroCAT Temperature Note: TCalDate=S Temperature calibration date F = floating point number...

  • Page 45: Data Formats

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Data Formats Notes: Each scan ends with a carriage return <CR> and line feed <LF>.  Time is the time at the start of the sample.  When TxRealTime=Y, real-time...
  • Page 46 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232  OutputFormat=1 (default): converted decimal data tt.tttt, c, p.ppp, oo.ooo, sss.ssss, vvvv.vvv, x, dd mmm yyyy, hh:mm:ss, n where tt.tttt = temperature (sent if OutputTemp=Y; units defined by SetTempUnits=).
  • Page 47 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232  OutputFormat=2: converted decimal data in XML <?xml version=”1.0”?> <datapacket> <hdr> <mfg>Sea-Bird</mfg> <model>37SM-RS232</model> <sn>nnnnnnnn</sn> </hdr> <data> <t1>t.tttt</t1> <c1>c.ccccc</c1> <p1>p.ppp</p1> <sal>s.ssss</sal> <sv>v.vvv </sv> <sc>x</sc> <smpl>n</smpl> <dt>yyyy-mm-ddThh:mm:ss</dt> </data> </datapacket> where 037nnnnn = MicroCAT serial number t.tttt = temperature (sent if OutputTemp=Y;...
  • Page 48 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232  OutputFormat=3: converted decimal data, alternate format ttt.tttt,cc.ccccc, pppp.ppp, sss.ssss, vvvv.vvv, dd mmm yyyy, hh:mm:ss Notes: where  OutputFormat=3 matches the ttt.tttt = temperature (sent if OutputTemp=Y; units defined by output from SBE 37-SMs (firmware SetTempUnits=).

  • Page 49: Setup For Deployment

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Setup for Deployment Install new AA lithium cells (see Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration) or ensure the existing battery pack has enough capacity to cover the intended deployment..

  • Page 50: Deployment

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Deployment The MicroCAT comes with a pre-installed Sea-Bird wire mounting clamp and guide. New MicroCATs are shipped with AF24173 Anti-Foulant Devices and Remove protective plugs pre-installed. plugs (2) A.

  • Page 51: Recovery

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Recovery Rinse the conductivity cell with fresh water. (See Section 5: Routine WARNING! Maintenance and Calibration for cell cleaning and storage.) If the MicroCAT stops working while underwater, is unresponsive to Reinsert the protective plugs in the anti-foulant device cups.

  • Page 52: Uploading And Processing Data

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Uploading and Processing Data Note: For best performance and compatibility, Sea-Bird recommends that customers set their computer to English language format and the use of a period (.) for the decimal symbol. Some customers have found corrupted data when using the software's binary upload capability while set to other languages.
  • Page 53 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Click the Upload menu to upload stored data. Seaterm232 responds as follows: A. Seaterm232 sends GetHD and displays the response, verifying that it is communicating with the 37-SM.
  • Page 54 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Click the Header Form tab to customize the header: Defines header information included with uploaded data:  Prompt for header information – As data is uploaded, user is prompted to fill out user-defined header form.
  • Page 55 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Notes:  Ensure all data has been uploaded from the MicroCAT by reviewing the data in SBE Data Processing.  If you do not run Data Conversion 10. After the data has been uploaded, Seaterm232 prompts you to run now, you can run it later by opening SBE Data Processing’s Data Conversion module if desired.
  • Page 56 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 The Configuration dialog box (which appears if you click Modify on the File Setup tab) looks like this: Indicates if MicroCAT Time between scans. Must agree with includes pressure sensor.
  • Page 57 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 B. Click on the Data Setup tab. Select ASCII output. Select: - Upcast and downcast - Create converted data (.cnv) file only (only appropriate selections for MicroCAT) Select which variables to convert and output (see dialog box below).
  • Page 58 Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Notes: 11. Once the data is converted to a .cnv file, use the other SBE Data To prepare for re-deployment: Processing modules as desired: 1. After all data has been uploaded, ...

  • Page 59: Editing Raw Data File

    Manual revision 041 Section 4: Deploying and Operating MicroCAT SBE 37-SM RS-232 Editing Raw Data File Sometimes users want to edit the raw .hex data file before beginning processing, to remove data at the beginning of the file corresponding to instrument soak time, remove blocks of bad data, edit the header, or add explanatory notes .

  • Page 60: Section 5: Routine Maintenance And Calibration

    Manual revision 041 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 37-SM RS-232 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration This section reviews corrosion precautions, connector mating and maintenance, conductivity cell cleaning and storage, pressure sensor maintenance, O-ring maintenance, plastic housing handling instructions, replacement of AA cells, replacement of AF24173 Anti-Foulant Devices, and sensor calibration.

  • Page 61: Conductivity Cell Maintenance

    Manual revision 041 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 37-SM RS-232 Conductivity Cell Maintenance CAUTIONS: The MicroCAT’s conductivity cell is shipped dry to prevent freezing in  Do not put a brush or any object inside the conductivity cell to shipping.

  • Page 62: Pressure Sensor (Optional) Maintenance

    Manual revision 041 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 37-SM RS-232 Pressure Sensor (optional) Maintenance The pressure port plug has a small vent hole to allow hydrostatic pressure to be transmitted to the pressure sensor inside the instrument, while providing protection for the pressure sensor, keeping most particles and debris out of the pressure port.

  • Page 63: Handling Instructions For Plastic Shallowcat

    Manual revision 041 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 37-SM RS-232 Handling Instructions for Plastic ShallowCAT The MicroCAT’s 7000-meter titanium housing offers the best durability with a modest amount of care. The ShallowCAT, a 350-meter plastic housing, saves money and weight. However, more care and caution in handling is required.
  • Page 64 Manual revision 041 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 37-SM RS-232 Replace the battery pack assembly in the housing, and secure the assembly with the captured screw. Plug in the Molex connector. Reinstall the MicroCAT end cap, and secure with the 2 cap screws.

  • Page 65: Replacing Anti-Foulant Devices (Sbe 37-Si, Sm, Im)

    Manual revision 041 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 37-SM RS-232 Replacing Anti-Foulant Devices (SBE 37-SI, SM, IM) The MicroCAT has an anti-foulant device cup and cap on each end of the cell. New MicroCATs are shipped with an Anti-Foulant Device and a protective plug pre-installed in each cup.

  • Page 66: Sensor Calibration

    Manual revision 041 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 37-SM RS-232 Sensor Calibration Sea-Bird sensors are calibrated by subjecting them to known physical conditions and measuring the sensor responses. Coefficients are then Notes: computed, which may be used with appropriate algorithms to obtain ...

  • Page 67: Pressure Sensor (Optional) Calibration

    Manual revision 041 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 37-SM RS-232 Pressure Sensor (optional) Calibration The optional strain-gauge pressure sensor is a mechanical diaphragm type, with an initial static error band of 0.05%. Consequently, the sensor is capable of meeting the MicroCAT’s 0.10% error specification with some allowance for aging and ambient-temperature induced drift.

  • Page 68: Section 6: Troubleshooting

    Manual revision 041 Section 6: Troubleshooting SBE 37-SM RS-232 Section 6: Troubleshooting This section reviews common problems in operating the MicroCAT, and provides the most common causes and solutions. Problem 1: Unable to Communicate with MicroCAT If OutputExecutedTag=N, the S> prompt indicates that communications between the MicroCAT and computer have been established.

  • Page 69: Problem 4: Salinity Spikes

    Manual revision 041 Section 6: Troubleshooting SBE 37-SM RS-232 Problem 4: Salinity Spikes Salinity is a function of conductivity, temperature, and pressure, and must be calculated from C, T, and P measurements made on the same parcel of water. Salinity is calculated and output by the 37-SM if OutputSal=Y. Alternatively, salinity can be calculated in SBE Data Processing’s Data Conversion module...

  • Page 70: Glossary

    4 cells in series and each series string in parallel. Battery pack uses: The 37-SM battery pack has a yellow  Saft LS 14500, AA, 3.6 V and 2.45 Amp-hours each cover plate. Older SBE 37-SM (www.saftbatteries.com) (recommended), MicroCATs use a battery pack with a ...
  • Page 71 Manual revision 041 Glossary SBE 37-SM RS-232 Seasoft V2 – Sea-Bird’s complete Windows software package, which includes software for communication, real-time data acquisition, and data analysis and display. Seasoft V2 includes Deployment Endurance Calculator, SeatermV2, and SBE Data Processing. SeatermV2 – Windows terminal program launcher, which launches the appropriate terminal program for the selected instrument (Seaterm232 for this MicroCAT).

  • Page 72: Appendix I: Functional Description

    Manual revision 041 Appendix I: Functional Description SBE 37-SM RS-232 Appendix I: Functional Description Sensors The MicroCAT embodies the same sensor elements (3-electrode, 2-terminal, borosilicate glass cell, and pressure-protected thermistor) previously employed in our modular SBE 3 and SBE 4 sensors and in the Seacat and Seacat plus family.

  • Page 73: Appendix Ii: Electronics Disassembly/Reassembly

    Manual revision 041 Appendix II: Electronics Disassembly/Reassembly SBE 37-SM RS-232 Appendix II: Electronics Disassembly/Reassembly Disassembly Remove the end cap and battery pack following instructions in CAUTION: Section 3: Preparing MicroCAT for Deployment. Do not remove the See Section 5: Routine Maintenance...

  • Page 74: Appendix Iii: Command Summary

    Manual revision 041 Appendix III: Command Summary SBE 37-SM RS-232 Appendix III: Command Summary CATEGORY COMMAND DESCRIPTION GetCD Get and display configuration data. GetSD Get and display status data. Note: GetCC Get and display calibration coefficients. See Command GetEC Get and display event counter data.
  • Page 75 Manual revision 041 Appendix III: Command Summary SBE 37-SM RS-232 CATEGORY COMMAND DESCRIPTION x=0: Output raw decimal data. x=1 (default): Output converted decimal data. OutputFormat=x x=2: Output converted decimal data in XML. x=3: Output converted decimal data, alternate format. x=Y: alter the output format for compatibility with...
  • Page 76 Manual revision 041 Appendix III: Command Summary SBE 37-SM RS-232 CATEGORY COMMAND DESCRIPTION Take sample, store in buffer, output data. Take sample, store in buffer, output data in raw decimal format. Take sample, store in buffer (do not output). Take sample, store in buffer and in FLASH memory, Polled output data.

  • Page 77: Appendix Iv: Af24173 Anti-Foulant Device

    Manual revision 041 Appendix IV: AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device SBE 37-SM RS-232 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.
  • Page 78 Manual revision 041 Appendix IV: AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device SBE 37-SM RS-232 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………………………………………………………..
  • Page 79 Manual revision 041 Appendix IV: AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device SBE 37-SM RS-232 PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS HAZARD TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS DANGER Corrosive - Causes irreversible eye damage and skin burns. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if absorbed through the skin or inhaled. Prolonged or frequently repeated contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
  • Page 80 Manual revision 041 Appendix IV: AF24173 Anti-Foulant Device SBE 37-SM RS-232 STORAGE AND DISPOSAL PESTICIDE STORAGE: Store in original container in a cool, dry place. Prevent exposure to heat or flame. Do not store near acids or oxidizers. Keep container tightly closed.

  • Page 81: Appendix V: Replacement Parts

    Power MicroCAT (12) Holds AA cells. Note: This battery holder has a yellow cover plate. Older SBE 37-SM 801863 Cell holder for MicroCAT MicroCATs use a cell holder with a red cover plate; those packs are wired differently, and will not work properly in this MicroCAT.
  • Page 82 Manual revision 041 Appendix V: Replacement Parts SBE 37-SM RS-232 Continued from previous page PN 60077: SBE 37 Universal Spare Hardware Kit Part Number Description Quantity Washer, ¼” Split Ring Lock, titanium (for 30900) 30633 Washer, ¼” Flat, titanium (for 30900)

  • Page 83: Appendix Vi: Manual Revision History

    Manual revision 041 Index SBE 37-SM RS-232 Appendix VI: Manual Revision History Manual Date Description Version  10/99 Rewrite.  12/99 Design change from potted to modular (take apart).  09/00 Changes related to firmware version 2.1.  Change to Druck pressure sensor.
  • Page 84 Manual revision 041 Index SBE 37-SM RS-232 Continued from previous page  04/08 Update for Version 3 firmware changes: many commands changed, power specifications changed.  Change stability specification for pressure to per year instead of per month.  Update connector maintenance information for consistency with application note 57.
  • Page 85 Add information on installing USB driver if using a USB-to-Serial Port adapter.  Update Declaration of Conformity.  Update SeatermV2 main screen.  Update Triton URL.  Update software compatibility information.  Switch to new Sea-Bird Scientific cover.  Update for new “CompatibleMode” output formats 10/18...
  • Page 86 Manual revision 041 Index SBE 37-SM RS-232 Index Date and time · 37 Declaration of Conformity · 3 Deployment installation · 50 .hex files preparing for · 16 editing · 59 setup · 49 Deployment Endurance Calculator · 10, 14, 18 Derive ·...
  • Page 87 Manual revision 041 Index SBE 37-SM RS-232 Pressure sensor · 72 ShallowCAT maintenance · 62 handling · 63 Processing data · 52 Shipping precautions · 8 Software · 10, 18 Specifications · 11 Status commands · 30 Storage · 61 Quick start ·...

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