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Sea-Bird Scientific SBE 39plus-IM User Manual

Temperature (pressure optional) recorder with inductive modem interface
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Release Date: 06/01/2016
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SBE 39plus-IM
Temperature (P) Recorder
Temperature (pressure optional) Recorder with
Inductive Modem Interface
• 001
• Acquisition 4.4.0 & later
• IMM 1.10 & later
• SIM 3.0a & later
• Seaterm V2.6.0 & later
Shown with plastic housing
& external thermistor

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  • Page 1 SBE 39plus-IM Temperature (P) Recorder User Manual Temperature (pressure optional) Recorder with Inductive Modem Interface Release Date: 06/01/2016 • 001 Manual version Shown with plastic housing • Acquisition 4.4.0 & later Firmware versions & external thermistor • IMM 1.10 & later •...

  • 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 001 Declaration of Conformity SBE 39plus-IM Declaration of Conformity...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Mooring Cable and Wiring Requirements ............17 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment ........ 18 Software Installation ..................18 Power and Communications Test and Setting SBE 39plus-IM IDs – Using IM Communications and Inductive Modem Module (IMM) ......... 19 Test Setup with IMM ................19 Setup of IMM for use with SBE 39plus-IM ..........
  • Page 5 Manual revision 001 Table of Contents SBE 39plus-IM Uploading Data ....................70 Uploading Data via USB and Viewing in Plot39 ........71 Upload Using IM Telemetry and Viewing in Plot39 (recommended only for uploading small amounts of data)....... 73 Converting Uploaded .xml File to .cnv File for use in SBE Data Processing ................

  • Page 6: Section 1: Introduction

    SBE 39plus-IM shipment, and battery shipping precautions. About this Manual This manual is to be used with the SBE 39plus-IM Temperature (pressure optional) Recorder. It is organized to guide the user from installation through operation and data collection. We have included detailed specifications, command descriptions, maintenance and calibration information, and helpful notes throughout the manual.

  • Page 7: Unpacking Sbe 39Plus-Im

    Spare parts kit – includes spare o-rings and spare desiccant Software, and Electronic Copies of Software Manuals and User Manual Note: SBE 39plus-IM can be used with SIM or with IMM; IMM not shown. I/O Cable (included with SIM) Surface Inductive Modem (SIM) PCB...

  • Page 8: Shipping Precautions

    See the current edition of the IATA Dangerous Good Regulations for complete information on packaging, labeling, and shipping document requirements. For its main power supply, the SBE 39plus-IM uses four 3.6-volt AA lithium cells (Saft LS14500). The SBE 39plus-IM was shipped from the factory with the cells installed.

  • Page 9: Section 2: Description Of Sbe 39Plus-Im

    (time constant approximately 0.5 seconds) for use when fast sampling is required. The SBE 39plus-IM is available with no pressure sensor, or with a strain- gauge pressure sensor in the following ranges: 20, 100, 350, 600, 1000, 2000, 3500, and 7000 meters. Compensation of the temperature influence on pressure offset and scale is performed by the SBE 39plus-IM’s CPU.
  • Page 10 Manual revision 001 Section 2: Description of SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM setup and data upload is via one of the following: • IM telemetry without opening the housing - Baud rate between 39plus-IM and IMM or SIM is always 1200 baud; not recommended for upload of large amounts of data.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    1. This endurance is achieved if 39plus-IM is deployed in recommended Endurance orientation: thermistor end down or horizontal (see Deployment Orientation in Section 2: Description of SBE 39plus-IM). 2. 39plus-IM stops sampling and does not overwrite data if memory is full.

  • Page 12: Dimensions

    Manual revision 001 Section 2: Description of SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Dimensions...

  • Page 13: Battery Pack Endurance

    If the 39plus-IM is logging data and the battery pack voltage is less than The battery pack capacity is achieved if the SBE 39plus-IM is deployed in the 5 volts for ten consecutive scans, recommended orientation: thermistor end down or horizontal. If...
  • Page 14 Manual revision 001 Section 2: Description of SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Example 1: Ten 39plus-IMs with pressure are deployed on a mooring, set up to sample autonomously every 5 sec (720 samples/hour), with full power transmit setting (SetEnableFullPwrTX=Y), and average is requested by computer every hour.

  • Page 15: Deployment Orientation

    SBE 39plus-IM Deployment Orientation Recommended Orientations The AA lithium cells that power the SBE 39plus-IM are affected by (39plus shown; 39plus similar) deployment orientation. An SBE 39plus-IM deployed with the thermistor end up (AA cell button end (+) down) exhibits reduced capacity; battery pack endurance may be reduced by up to 40%.

  • Page 16: Inductive Modem Module (Imm) Or Surface Inductive Modem (Sim)

    IMM. The SBE 39plus-IM requires a minimum of 20 ohms impedance. Inductive Modem Module (IMM) The IMM must be supplied with 7 to 24 volts DC power. The maximum operating current is approximately 15 milliAmps.

  • Page 17: Mooring Cable And Wiring Requirements

    Manual revision 001 Section 2: Description of SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Mooring Cable and Wiring Requirements The standard 39plus-IM can mechanically accommodate mooring cables up to Note: 16 mm (0.63 inches) in diameter. Clamps for specific diameters are available, For wiring, see applicable document: or can be supplied on a custom basis.

  • Page 18: Section 3: Preparing Sbe 39Plus-Im For Deployment

    Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment This section describes software installation, the pre-check procedure for preparing the 39plus-IM for deployment, and setting the 39plus-IM ID. Note that procedures for communicating with and setting up the 39plus-IM are provided using three methods: •...

  • Page 19: Power And Communications Test And Setting Sbe 39Plus-Im Ids - Using Im Communications And Inductive Modem Module (Imm)

    Using IM Communications and Remote Inductive Modem Module (IMM) The power and communications test will verify that the system works, Note: prior to deployment. This section covers use of the SBE 39plus-IM with an Sea-Bird ships the 39plus-IM with Inductive Modem Module (IMM).

  • Page 20: Setup Of Imm For Use With Sbe 39Plus-Im

    Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Setup of IMM for use with SBE 39plus-IM Note: Sea-Bird recommends one of the following setups of the IMM for use with See the IMM manual for complete...

  • Page 21: Test And Set Sbe 39Plus-Im Id Using 39Plus-Im With Imm

    Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Test and Set SBE 39plus-IM ID Using 39plus-IM with IMM Double click on SeatermV2.exe. The main screen looks like this: Note: See SeatermV2 and SeatermIM Help files. SeatermV2 is a launcher, and launches the appropriate terminal program for the selected instrument.
  • Page 22 Tools with the automatic conversion. • Send script – Send XML script to 39plus-IM. May be useful if you have a number of 39plus-IMs to program with same setup. *See Command Descriptions in Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM.
  • Page 23 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM If this is the first time SeatermIM is being used, the configuration dialog box displays: Computer COM port and baud rate for communication between computer and SIM or IMM. SeatermIM tries to connect at this baud rate, but if unsuccessful will cycle through all available baud rates.
  • Page 24 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Taking a look at the Send Commands window: These commands are directed to IMM connected to computer/controller and are not preceded by any prefix. These commands are preceded by no prefix or !ii prefix, and are directed to a specific 39plus-IM’s integrated...
  • Page 25 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Note: Display 39plus-IM status information by typing #iiDS (ii=39plus-IM ID) The IMM and 39plus-IM have timeout and pressing the Enter key. The display looks like this: algorithms designed to: •...

  • Page 26: Power And Communications Test And Setting Sbe 39Plus-Im Ids

    Using IM Communications and Remote Surface Inductive Modem (SIM) The power and communications test will verify that the system works, Note: prior to deployment. This section covers use of the SBE 39plus-IM with a Sea-Bird ships the 39plus-IM with Surface Inductive Modem (SIM).
  • Page 27 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Test and Set SBE 39plus-IM ID Using 39plus-IM with SIM Double click on SeatermV2.exe. The main screen looks like this: Note: See SeatermV2 and SeatermIM Help files. SeatermV2 is a launcher, and launches the appropriate terminal program for the selected instrument.
  • Page 28 Tools with the automatic conversion. • Send script – Send XML script to 39plus-IM. May be useful if you have a number of 39plus-IMs to program with same setup. *See Command Descriptions in Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM.
  • Page 29 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM If this is the first time SeatermIM is being used, the configuration dialog box displays. Computer COM port and baud rate for communication between computer and SIM. SeatermIM tries to connect at this baud rate, but if unsuccessful will cycle through all available baud rates.
  • Page 30 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Taking a look at the Send Commands window: These commands are directed to SIM connected to computer/controller and are not preceded by any prefix. These commands are preceded by no prefix or !ii prefix, and are directed to a specific 39plus-IM’s integrated...
  • Page 31 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Display 39plus-IM status information by typing #iiDS (ii=39plus-IM ID) Note: The SIM and 39plus-IM have timeout and pressing the Enter key. The display looks like this: algorithms designed to: •...

  • Page 32: Power And Communications Test - Using Usb Communications

    Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Power and Communications Test – Using USB Communications Notes: • Sea-Bird ships the 39plus-IM with Test Setup four AA lithium cells installed. See Replacing AA Cells and Desiccant...
  • Page 33 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Notes: In the Instruments menu, select SBE 39plus IM USB. See SeatermUSB – SBE39plus-IM SeatermUSB – SBE39plus-IM opens. If there is only one USB device Help files. connected, SeatermUSB – SBE39plus-IM should automatically connect to the device (you may need to click Refresh).
  • Page 34 Manual revision 001 Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment SBE 39plus-IM Ensure all data has been uploaded. In SBE 39plus IM Current Configuration Options, modify the setup if Note: desired: Changes made in SBE 39plus IM A. If desired, click the Time Options button to change the date and time Configuration Options do not take effect tracked by the program.

  • Page 35: Section 4: Deploying And Operating Sbe 39Plus-Im

    • uploading data • processing data Operation Description The SBE 39plus-IM’s internal functions are supervised by two internal Note: mechanisms. The acquisition microcontroller supervises measurement The 39plus-IM includes an integrated acquisition, and setup and sampling functions. The integrated Inductive Modem IMM in its housing.

  • Page 36: Timeout Descriptions

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Timeout Descriptions The IMM, SIM, and the 39plus-IM have timeout algorithms. For IMM timeouts, see the IMM manual. SIM timeouts restore control to the computer if no reply is received from the IM instrument (for example, upon sending an illegal command) within a specified length of time.

  • Page 37: Sampling Modes

    39plus-IM’s response to each command is not shown in the examples. Polled Sampling On command, the SBE 39plus-IM takes one sample of data and sends the data to the remote SIM or IMM. Storing of data in the 39plus-IM’s FLASH memory is dependent on the particular command used.

  • Page 38: Autonomous Sampling (Logging Commands)

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Autonomous Sampling (Logging commands) At pre-programmed intervals (#iiSampleInterval=), the 39plus-IM wakes up, Notes: samples data and stores it in FLASH memory, and goes to sleep (enters • If the FLASH memory is filled to quiescent state).

  • Page 39: Combo Sampling

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Combo Sampling Combo Sampling combines Autonomous Sampling with the ability to periodically retrieve the last stored data sample from each 39plus-IM, to allow the user to look at some data without stopping the sampling. As in...

  • Page 40: Averaging Sampling

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Averaging Sampling Averaging Sampling combines Autonomous Sampling with the ability to periodically retrieve averaged data from each 39plus-IM, to allow the user to look at averaged data without stopping sampling. As in Autonomous Sampling, at pre-programmed intervals the 39plus-IM wakes up, samples data and stores it in its FLASH memory, and goes to sleep (enters quiescent state).

  • Page 41: Command Descriptions

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Command Descriptions This section describes commands and provides sample outputs. Notes: See Appendix II: Command Summary for a summarized command list. The 39plus-IM can be used with a...

  • Page 42: Sim Commands

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Remote SIM Commands SIM commands are directed to the remote Surface Inductive Modem, to set it up for operation with the 39plus-IM. Power-On Commands PwrOn Send wakeup tone to all IM instruments on-line.

  • Page 43: Sbe 39Plus-Im Integrated Imm Commands

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Integrated IMM Commands Notes: • See the IMM Manual for a full list of A few frequently used IMM commands are listed below. Except for ID?, commands and command details.
  • Page 44 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Testing Command !iiTestCableCoupler Test integrity of integrated IMM. Line must be captured before command is sent. Get Data Commands !iiSetGDataStr=x x= character string to send to 39plus-IM acquisition microcontroller from integrated IMM when GData is sent from remote IMM/SIM.

  • Page 45: Sbe 39Plus-Im Acquisition Microcontroller Commands

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Acquisition Microcontroller Commands When using inductive modem telemetry, precede all commands to the Notes: 39plus-IM Acquisition Microcontroller by one of the following prefixes: • For serial number addressing •...
  • Page 46 [#iiTxSampleNum=]? • Interval between samples for autonomous sampling [#iiSampleInterval=] Example: SBE 39plus-IM with ID=03 with a pressure sensor (user input in bold, command used to modify parameter in parenthesis). #03GETCD <ConfigurationData DeviceType = 'SBE39plus-IM' SerialNumber = '03907844> <PressureInstalled>yes</PressureInstalled> (inclusion of pressure sensor set at factory) [#iiOutputFormat=] <SampleDataFormat>converted engineering</SampleDataFormat>...
  • Page 47 (if not logging) and reason that logging stopped such as received stop command, low battery pack power, etc.) Example: SBE 39plus-IM with ID=03 (user input in bold, command used to modify parameter in parenthesis). #03getsd <StatusData DeviceType = 'SBE39plus-IM' SerialNumber = '03907842'>...
  • Page 48 SBE 39plus-IM. Pressure sensor coefficients appear only if 39plus-IM includes pressure sensor. Example: SBE 39plus-IM with ID=03, with a pressure sensor (user input in bold, command used to modify parameter in parenthesis). #03getcc <CalibrationCoefficients DeviceType = 'SBE39plus-IM' SerialNumber = '03907842'>...
  • Page 49 Sea-Bird • Other – Contact Sea-Bird if you receive any other codes Example: SBE 39plus-IM with ID=03,with a pressure sensor (user input in bold, command used to modify parameter in parenthesis). #03getec <EventCounters DeviceType = 'SBE39plus-IM' SerialNumber = '03907842'>...
  • Page 50 39plus-IM at Sea-Bird) • Sensor types and serial numbers Example: SBE 39plus-IM with ID=03,with a pressure sensor (user input in bold, command used to modify parameter in parenthesis). #03gethd <HardwareData DeviceType = 'SBE39plus-IM' SerialNumber = '03907842'> <Manufacturer>Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc.</Manufacturer>...
  • Page 51 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Status Commands (continued) #iiDS Display status and setup parameters. Notes: List below includes, where applicable, • The #iiDS response contains similar command used to modify parameter. information as the combined •...
  • Page 52 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Status Commands (continued) Notes: • The #iiDC and #iiGetCC responses #iiDC Display calibration coefficients, which are contain the same information, but in initially factory-set and should agree with different formats.
  • Page 53 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM General Setup Commands Set real-time clock month, day, year, hour, #iiDateTime=mmddyyyyhhmmss Note: minute, second. If you enter a date before If the 39plus-IM is logging or waiting January 1, 2000 or after January 1, 2100, to start logging (#iiStartLater has 39plus-IM resets date to January 1, 2000.
  • Page 54 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Memory Setup Commands Note: If the FLASH memory is filled to capacity, autonomous sampling stops #iiInitLogging Initialize logging – after all data has been (39plus-IM does not overwrite data in uploaded, initialize logging before starting memory).
  • Page 55 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Output Format Setup Commands #iiOutputFormat=x x=0: output raw decimal data. Note: x=1: output converted decimal data. See Data Formats after the command Default. descriptions for complete details. x=2: output converted decimal data in XML.
  • Page 56 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Output Format Setup Commands (continued) #iiLegacy=x x=0: Allow all commands documented in Note: this manual. Default. #iiLegacy=1 forces the 39plus-IM to act like older 39-IMs (firmware < 4.0), x=1: Set units to °C and dbar, and enable...
  • Page 57 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Autonomous Sampling (Logging) Commands (continued) #iiStartDateTime= mmddyyyyhhmmss Set delayed logging start month, day, year, hour, minute, second. Notes: #iiStartLater Start logging at time set with delayed start • After receiving #iiStartLater, the date and time command.
  • Page 58 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Autonomous Sampling (Logging) Commands (continued) #iiGetLastRestart Get and transmit last data, and (re)start logging in (#iiSampleInterval / 2) seconds. Cannot be sent when communicating via USB. Example: #iiSampleInterval=360 (6 minutes)
  • Page 59 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Polled Sampling Commands These commands are used to request a sample from the 39plus-IM. • Unless noted otherwise, the 39plus-IM does not store the data in Note: FLASH memory.
  • Page 60 Inductive modem – Data can be uploaded in ASCII while the 39plus-IM is deployed, or is wired in the lab as shown in Test Setup in Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment. Upload speed is limited by the baud rate between the 39plus-IM and IMM/SIM, which is 1200 baud. We...
  • Page 61 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Calibration Coefficients Commands The individual Coefficient Commands listed below modify a particular coefficient or date. Temperature Temperature calibration date. #iiTCalDate=S Note: #iiTA0=F Temperature A0. F = floating point number #iiTA1=F Temperature A1.

  • Page 62: Data Formats

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Data Formats Each scan ends with a carriage return <CR> and line feed <LF>. Notes: • Time is the time at the start of the sample. • The pressure sensor is an absolute...
  • Page 63 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM #iiOutputFormat=1 (default): Converted Decimal Data (if #iiFormat=0 or 1) ii, nnnnn,tttt.tttt,ppppp.ppp, dd mmm yyyy, hh:mm:ss, sample, navg (if #iiFormat=2) ii, nnnnn,tttt.tttt,ppppp.ppp, hh:mm:ss, mm-dd- yyyy, sample, navg where •...
  • Page 64 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM #iiOutputFormat=2: Converted XML Data <?xml version="1.0"?> <datapacket> <hdr> <mfg>Sea-Bird</mfg> <model>SBE39plus-IM</model> <sn>039xxxxx</sn> </hdr> <data> <t1> tttt.tttt </t1> <p1>ppppp.ppp </p1> <smpl>n</smpl> <navg>n</navg> <dt>yyyy-mm-ddThh:mm:ss </dt> </data> </datapacket> where • 039xxxxx = 39plus-IM serial number •...

  • Page 65: Setup For Deployment

    Program the 39plus-IM for the intended deployment (see Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment for connection information; see information in this section on commands and sampling modes): A. Ensure all data has been uploaded, and then send #iiInitLogging to make the entire memory available for recording.

  • Page 66: Attaching Sbe 39Plus-Im To Mooring Cable

    SBE 39plus-IM Attaching SBE 39plus-IM to Mooring Cable For an SBE 39plus-IM with an embedded (internal) thermistor, there is a depression in the end cap around the thermistor. Do not deploy the 39plus-IM with the end cap up, as sediment and/or non-flushing water can get trapped in this space, affecting the response of the thermistor.

  • Page 67: Sbe 39Plus-Im With Optional Fairing / Net Fender

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM with Optional Fairing / Net Fender Remove the 39plus-IM from the fairing: A. Insert a 3/16 inch Allen wrench through the countersunk holes in the Loosen bolts through fairing to loosen the four mounting clamp bolts (two for each end).

  • Page 68: System Installation And Wiring

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM System Installation and Wiring For system installation and wiring details, refer to: • Mooring Cable and Wiring Requirements in Section 2: Description of SBE 39plus-IM • Inductive Modem Module Manual •...

  • Page 69: Recovery

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Recovery WARNING! Rinse the 39plus-IM with fresh water, and dry thoroughly. If the 39plus-IM stops working while underwater, is unresponsive to If immediate redeployment is not required, it is best to leave the...

  • Page 70: Uploading Data

    Test Setup with SIM or Test Setup with IMM in Section 3: Preparing SBE 39plus-IM for Deployment. Upload speed is limited by the baud rate between the 39plus-IM and the IMM/SIM, which is 1200 baud.

  • Page 71: Uploading Data Via Usb And Viewing In Plot39

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Uploading Data via USB and Viewing in Plot39 Note: Connect to internal USB connector: If the 39plus-IM internal battery pack A. Wipe the outside of the titanium end cap and housing dry, being voltage is low, the computer supplies careful to remove any water at the seam between them.
  • Page 72 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Click Upload; the Status bar at the bottom of SeatermUSB – SBE39plus-IM displays the upload progress. A. SeatermUSB – SBE39plus-IM sends the data upload command, based on your selection of upload range in the Upload Data dialog box, and writes the data to the upload .xml file.

  • Page 73: Upload Using Im Telemetry And Viewing In Plot39 (Recommended Only For Uploading Small Amounts Of Data)

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Upload Using IM Telemetry and Viewing in Plot39 (recommended only for uploading small amounts of data) Double click on SeatermV2.exe. The main screen appears. Note: Data may be uploaded during In the Instruments menu, select SBE 39plus IM.
  • Page 74 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Click the Upload menu to upload stored data. SeatermIM responds as follows: A. SeatermIM sends a wake-up tone. B. SeatermIM sends #iiGetSD and displays the response. #iiGetSD provides information on the instrument status, and number of samples in memory.
  • Page 75 Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM 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 76: Converting Uploaded .Xml File To .Cnv File For Use In Sbe Data Processing

    Manual revision 001 Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM SBE 39plus-IM Converting Uploaded .xml File to .cnv File for use in SBE Data Processing The upload process created a .xml data file and a .asc data file; the .asc file is compatible with Plot39 plotting software.

  • Page 77: Section 5: Routine Maintenance And Calibration

    Replacing AA Cells and Desiccant CAUTION: Before delivery, desiccant is placed in Sea-Bird ships the SBE 39plus-IM with four Saft LS 14500 AA lithium cells the housing, on top of the battery pack, installed. Leave the cells in place when storing the 39plus-IM (quiescent and the electronics chamber is filled current is only 60 microamps).

  • Page 78: O-Ring Maintenance

    Manual revision 001 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 39plus-IM Reinstall the end cap: A. Remove any water from the O-rings and mating surfaces in the housing with a lint-free cloth or tissue. Inspect the O-rings and mating surfaces for dirt, nicks, and cuts. Clean as necessary.

  • Page 79: Sensor Calibration

    Manual revision 001 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 39plus-IM 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.
  • Page 80 Manual revision 001 Section 5: Routine Maintenance and Calibration SBE 39plus-IM Allow the 39plus-IM to equilibrate in a reasonably constant temperature environment for at least 5 hours before starting. Pressure sensors exhibit a Note: transient change in their output in response to changes in their environmental The 39plus-IM’s pressure sensor is an...

  • Page 81: Section 6: Troubleshooting

    Section 6: Troubleshooting SBE 39plus-IM Section 6: Troubleshooting This section reviews common problems in operating the SBE 39plus-IM, and provides the most common causes and solutions. Problem 1: Unable to Communicate with 39plus-IM If #iiOutputExecutedTag=N, the S> prompt indicates that communications between the IMM or SIM and computer have been established.

  • Page 82: Problem 3: Unreasonable T Or P Data

    Manual revision 001 Section 6: Troubleshooting SBE 39plus-IM Problem 3: Unreasonable T or P Data The symptom of this problem is a data file that contains unreasonable values (for example, values that are outside the expected range of the data).

  • Page 83: Glossary

    SBE 39plus – High-accuracy temperature and optional pressure recorder with RS-232 serial interface and internal USB interface. SBE 39plus-IM – High-accuracy temperature and optional pressure recorder with inductive modem interface and internal USB interface. SBE Data Processing –Windows data processing software, which Note: calculates and plots temperature, pressure, and derived variables.

  • Page 84: Appendix I: Functional Description

    SBE 3 sensor, in the SeaCAT family, and in the SBE 39plus with RS-232 interface. Note: The SBE 39plus-IM’s optional strain-gauge pressure sensor is available in the Pressure ranges are expressed following ranges: 20, 100, 350, 600, 1000, 2000, 3500, and 7000 meters.

  • Page 85: Memory

    39plus-IM with a depleted battery pack will lose its most recently stored data unless external power is used (see Uploading Data in Section 4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM). The data upload process integrates data from the FLASH memory and the cache.

  • Page 86: Appendix Ii: Command Summary

    Section 4: IMs enter quiescent (sleep) state. Main Deploying and PwrOff power turned off, but data logging and Operating memory retention unaffected. SBE 39plus-IM for Display SIM firmware version detailed and status. information and x= baud rate between SIM and examples.
  • Page 87 Manual revision 001 Appendix II: Command Summary SBE 39plus-IM FUNCTION CATEGORY COMMAND DESCRIPTION #iiGetCD Get and display configuration data. #iiGetSD Get and display status data. #iiGetCC Get and display calibration coefficients. #iiGetEC Get and display event counter data. #iiResetEC Reset event counter.
  • Page 88 Manual revision 001 Appendix II: Command Summary SBE 39plus-IM FUNCTION CATEGORY COMMAND DESCRIPTION x= interval (5 - 21600 sec) between samples. When commanded to start sampling, 39plus-IM takes sample, #iiSampleInterval=x stores data in FLASH memory, and powers down at x sec intervals.
  • Page 89 Manual revision 001 Appendix II: Command Summary SBE 39plus-IM FUNCTION CATEGORY COMMAND DESCRIPTION S=Temperature calibration date. #iiTCalDate=S #iiTA0=F F=Temperature A0. Coefficients #iiTA1=F F=Temperature A1. (F=floating point #iiTA2=F F=Temperature A2. number; S=string #iiTA3=F F=Temperature A3. with no spaces) #iiPCalDate=S S=Pressure calibration date.

  • Page 90: Appendix Iii: Sim Hookup And Configuration

    Manual revision 001 Appendix III: SIM Hookup and Configuration SBE 39plus-IM Appendix III: SIM Hookup and Configuration Pins Photo shows SIM-Direct for use without Inductive Cable Coupler. SIM-Coupled for use with Inductive Cable Coupler is similar, but does not include TR1.

  • Page 91: Interface Option Connection (J1, J2, And J4) And I/O Connector Wiring (Jp2)

    Manual revision 001 Appendix III: SIM Hookup and Configuration SBE 39plus-IM Interface Option Connection (J1, J2, and J4) and I/O Connector Wiring (JP2) Verify that the SIM is configured for RS-232: • Jumper is on J1 pins 2 and 3.

  • Page 92: Appendix Iv: Old-Style Commands

    SBE 39plus-IMs documented in this manual, Sea-Bird retained the following commands in the new firmware. You can use these commands as an alternative to the equivalent commands documented in Section4: Deploying and Operating SBE 39plus-IM. Notes: • #iiDDMMYY= and #iiMMDDYY= #iiMMDDYY=mmddyy Set real-time clock month, day, year.

  • Page 93: Appendix V: Usb Driver Installation

    Reinstalling Driver in this Appendix). Installing Driver via Windows Update If you are unable to connect to the SBE 39plus-IM, try the following method to install the drivers. Connect the SBE 39plus-IM to the computer via its USB cable.

  • Page 94: Uninstalling And Reinstalling Driver

    IT click OK. department. Unplug your SBE 39plus-IM, wait a few seconds, then plug it back in. The SBE 39plus-IM’s plug and play feature should bring up a system- tray dialog stating something similar to Installing device driver software;...

  • Page 95: Appendix Vi: Replacement Parts

    Manual revision 001 Appendix VI: Replacement Parts SBE 39plus-IM Appendix VI: Replacement Parts Part Quantity in Part Application Description Number 39plus-IM Cells, 3.6-volt, 2.6 A-hr 50504 AA lithium, Saft Power 39plus-IM LS14500 (quantity 4) Screws to end cap to protect...

  • Page 96: Appendix Vii: Manual Revision History

    Manual revision 001 Appendix VII: Manual Revision History SBE 39plus-IM Appendix VII: Manual Revision History Manual Date Description Version • 06/16 Initial release.

  • Page 97: Index

    · 93 polled sampling · 60 power-on · 43 Limited liability statement · 2 SBE 39plus-IM acquisition microcontroller · 46 Logging · 39, 57 SBE 39plus-IM integrated IMM · 44 status · 43, 44, 47 Surface Inductive Modem · 43 Maintenance ·...
  • Page 98 · 41 combo · 40 logging · 39 polled · 38 SBE 39plus-IM integrated IMM commands · 44 SBE Data Processing · 10, 18 Seasoft · 10, 18 SeatermIM · 10, 18, 19, 21, 26, 27, 74 SeatermUSB · 33 SeatermUSB –...

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