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Vemco HR2 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1.8 Software Tabs 1.9 Getting Help 2 Getting Started 2.1 Installing the Fathom Software 2.2 HR2 Dummy Plug and Locking Collar 2.3 Connecting an HR2 Receiver to a computer 2.4 Launch Fathom 2.4.1 The Fathom Launcher 2.4.2 The About Fathom Window...
  • Page 3 3.6.3 Managing Entries 3.7 Advanced Tab 3.7.1 Hardware Configuration 3.7.2 Serial Communication Options 3.7.3 Hardware Status 4 Conducting a Study with an HR2 Receiver 4.1 Record Mode 4.2 Starting a Study 4.3 Offloading Data 4.4 Disconnecting Communication with Receiver 4.5 Suspend Mode (not recording)
  • Page 4 6.1.2 ALL DATA section features 6.1.3 SELECTION section features 6.1.4 Data Visualizer Filter Options 6.1.5 Using the Range Selector Tool 6.1.6 Noise Samples, Tilt, and Temperature (HR2, VR2Tx, VR2AR, and VR4-UWM receivers only) 6.2 Exporting Data 6.2.1 Record Types included in each export option 6.2.2 Record Types by receiver model...
  • Page 5 9.2.1 What is Initialization? 9.2.2 What Date/Time Format is my Data Stored in the Receiver? 9.2.3 Why Do I see a discrepancy between detections in my HR2 Live views and detections in the exported CSV file? 9.2.4 Where do I find the Fathom software version number? 10 Troubleshooting 10.1 HR2 Receiver Related Troubleshooting...
  • Page 6 AMIRIX Systems Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. WARNING: If the HR2 is not used in the manner specified in this manual, then the manufacturer's warranty protection may be voided.
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  • Page 8: What's New In This Release

    ADC units. Updated/Enhanced Features Status Tab detections breakdown (HR2 receivers only) The Data box in the receiver Status tab now shows detections broken down into self (detections of the receiver’s own built-in transmitter) and external (non-self) detections.
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  • Page 10: Introduction

    (transmitter to receiver). High Residence (HR) is a VEMCO technology that allows for the reliable detection of hundreds of animals in a particular location at one time. Each transmitter carries a unique ID and can be programmed to transmit as quickly as once per second while keeping transmission collision rates to a minimum.

  • Page 11: Hr2 Receiver - Overview

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 1.1 HR2 Receiver - Overview The 180kHz HR2 Receiver is a submersible and autonomous or cabled receiver capable of decoding two different methods of transmitting IDs to satisfy different study design objectives. To remain compatible with VR2W receivers, the HR2 can detect tags transmitting our traditional PPM (pulse position modulation) and the new HR transmissions at the same time.

  • Page 12: Hr2 Receiver Quick Specifications

    1.1 HR2 Receiver - Overview You will require a 180 kHz transponding hydrophone to attach to the VR100-200 to communicate with the HR2. HR2 receiver information that can be accessed through the VR100-200 includes: Unit health Number of detections on the receiver...

  • Page 13: Hr2 Case And Parts

    The HR2 is shipped closed, with the battery installed and connected. It is shipped with a dummy plug connected to the communications port on the bottom of the receiver.

  • Page 14: Hr2 Case Parts

    1.2 HR2 Case and Parts 1.2.1 HR2 Case Parts Here's a quick tour of the HR2 receiver's external and internal case parts. External Case Parts Figure 1-2: HR2 Receiver EXTERNAL case parts Item Name Description Hydrophone The receiver's "microphone" and most delicate part.
  • Page 15 HR2 Receiver User Guide Internal Case Parts Figure 1-3: Opened HR2 Receiver INTERNAL parts (without battery pack)

  • Page 16: Vemco High Speed Offload Cable (Hsoc)

    The HSOC should not be used with a USB bus that does not have 500 mA available (e.g. USB bus not powered externally). If the internal battery is dead/missing, and you plug in the HSOC, you’ll have to wait for the HR2 receiver to boot before you can "talk" to it.

  • Page 17: Operation Modes

    The HR2 receiver has two operating modes: Suspend and Record Mode. 1.4.1 Suspend Mode Suspend Mode is a low power state used when the HR2 is being shipped or in storage for an extended period of time. When in Suspend Mode, the receiver will not detect transmitters.

  • Page 18: Fathom Software - Overview

    VR2W, VR2AR, VR2Tx, and VR4-UWM receivers. We advise that HR2 users always update to the latest version of Fathom on your entire suite of PC's and laptops. By always using the latest version of Fathom everywhere, you can be assured of compatibility with the newest HR2 receiver.

  • Page 19: Tour Of The Fathom User Interface

    4 - Software Tabs and Panels - The Software Tabs and Panels provide information on receiver status and configuration options. For more information, see "Software Tabs", on page 12. 5 - Help - The Help icon provides access to the Help system, for Fathom and your HR2 receiver. For more information, see "More About Help", on page 189.

  • Page 20: Hardware Tabs

    For more information, see "If no receiver is detected", on page 25 1.7.2 The Receiver Tab (s) A Receiver tab is used, and only available, when Fathom is connected and communicating with an HR2 receiver. For more information, see " Receiver Tab", on page 28.

  • Page 21: Software Tabs

    Live Tiles tab - The Live Tiles displays summary data about incoming detections of each transmitter (as Tiles), in real time. For more information, see "Live Tiles Tab", on page 39. HR2 Transmitter tab - The HR2 Transmitter Tab provides transmitter identification information and configuration options. For more information, see "HR2 Transmitter Tab", on page 44.

  • Page 22: Getting Help

    Downloadable and printable User Guide (PDF format) A printable copy of the HR2 User Guide (PDF format) is available in the HR2 folder on the USB Stick that was shipped with your receiver. You can also download a printable User Guide in PDF format on the HR2 product page, at www.vemco.com.
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  • Page 24: Getting Started

    After the HR2 has been removed from the packaging and inspected to ensure no damage occurred during shipping, power and test the unit to verify that you can communicate with the receiver, and that it is working properly. To verify proper receiver operation upon first receipt, consult the HR2 Quick Startup Guide checklist.

  • Page 25: Installing The Fathom Software

    2.1 Installing the Fathom Software Fathom requires a computer running Windows 7, Windows 8, OR Windows 10. Connect the VEMCO Product USB stick (may not be exactly as shown) to any USB port on your PC. Figure 2-1: VEMCO Product USB stick NOTE: If the Found New Hardware Wizard window opens, click Cancel and...

  • Page 26: Hr2 Dummy Plug And Locking Collar

    Grasp the dummy plug at the connector and pull straight back to remove it from the HR2 case. Grip the connector rather than the ball end of the dummy plug to reduce the chance of damage occurring to the plug.

  • Page 27: Connecting An Hr2 Receiver To A Computer

    Take out the communication cable provided by VEMCO. (cable may not be exactly as shown) Step 2 - Line up the connector and cable end Line up the gap on the cable’s connector with the gap on the HR2’s external cable connector.
  • Page 28 2.3 Connecting an HR2 Receiver to a computer Step 3 - Push connector in Grasp the cable at the connector and push straight in until the gap between the two connectors is closed. IMPORTANT: Grip the connector rather than the cable. This reduces damage-causing strain on the cable.

  • Page 29: Launch Fathom

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 2.4 Launch Fathom After connecting your HR2 receiver to a computer with the communication cable, you must launch Fathom to establish communication. To launch the Fathom software Click the Taskbar shortcut for the Launcher (below) to start the Fathom software, and then click on the Connect icon.

  • Page 30: The Fathom Launcher

    A - the What's New in this Release topic in Help A - the Fathom web page on the VEMCO site (More about Fathom) A - the VEMCO website (About VEMCO), A - check for updates to the Fathom software option, and B - the listing of "Open Source...
  • Page 31 HR2 Receiver User Guide Checking for Updates To see if any updates to Fathom are available, click Check for Updates. If an update is available, the following window appears. To install the update, click Install Update, and follow the instructions provided by the installation wizard.

  • Page 32: Device Scanner Tab

    2.5 Device Scanner Tab 2.5 Device Scanner Tab The Device Scanner tab displays communication ports and all receivers that are connected and have been identified: Figure 2-2: Device Scanner hardware tab Item Name Description Scan for devices Button, to search again for communication ports and connected receivers (performs a "refresh").

  • Page 33: Establishing Communication

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 2.6 Establishing Communication To establish communication with an HR2 receiver from within the Fathom software, perform the following steps. Step 1 - Fathom attempts to detect connected receivers After launching Fathom, the Receiver Communications window appears.
  • Page 34 (top left). If you are using a COM port for connection on the computer, click a COM port and select HR2 from the box that pops up, to establish receiver communication on that port. If you are not sure which COM...
  • Page 35 To establish communication, double-click on the receiver. Step 6 - Information and Status tab Wait for communication to be established. The HR2 receiver’s information and status are shown in a new tab, identified by the receiver serial number. Fathom will select an appropriate communication speed (session baud rate) based on the cable you are using.
  • Page 36 2.6 Establishing Communication Step 7 - Update Firmware (if automatic update notification appears) Once communication is established, you may receive a (receiver) firmware update notification. WARNING: When you perform a firmware update, the process may erase all data on the receiver, set the receiver’s clock, and reset all transmitter and sensor logging settings to...

  • Page 37: Receiver Tab

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 2.7 Receiver Tab The Receiver tab displays receiver operation buttons and information. Each identified and connected receiver is shown in its own tab. Figure 2-3: Receiver Tab 1 - Receiver Tab Name is receiver's serial number.

  • Page 38: Testing The Receiver

    2.8.1 In-Air Test The HR2 can detect coded tags and communicate with a VR100-200 in air but does so at a much reduced range compared to its range capabilities when it is in water. IMPORTANT: Perform in-air tests away from electrical noise sources such as motors, PC screens, or fluorescent lights.

  • Page 39: In-Water Test

    For example, the tag could be positioned 5 meters from the receiver for testing purposes. In-water tests are often performed to establish an ideal range for the HR2 receivers in the environment in which they are moored. Details of conducting a Range Test are found at our Customer website.
  • Page 40 2.8 Testing the Receiver To perform an in-water test You can do this test in a bucket or tank or in a larger body of water. NOTE: Water testing can a bit trickier than air testing because in small spaces the signals might distort due to reflections and reverberation.
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  • Page 42 Using Fathom with an HR2 Receiver The options under each of the Fathom software tabs allow you to set up how you communicate with and use your HR2 receiver. This Section Contains Information On The Following: 3.1 Status Tab 3.2 Live Detections Tab 3.3 Live Tiles Tab...

  • Page 43: Status Tab

    Line Power Displays the voltage provided by the external power source, if connected. The HR2's external connector allows for the receiver to be powered from an external power source, such as a 12V lead-acid battery. The external power specifications are: External DC Voltage: 9.1V (minimum), 30V (maximum)
  • Page 44 Displays the receiver's tilt angle, stated as number of degrees from vertical (0°). A tilt of 0° indicates that the HR2 is vertical, with hydrophone pointing up, and a tilt of 90° indicates that the receiver is on its side, as it would be if placed on a table top.

  • Page 45: Live Detections Tab

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 3.2 Live Detections Tab The Live Detections Tab displays information about incoming detections, in real time. HR detections are shown in blue and PPM detection are shown in red. The following information is displayed: Date and Time of the detection. By default, detections are displayed in time.

  • Page 46: Time Display Options

    * A HR_SELF or PPM_SELF detection is a detection of the receiver's own built-in transmitter. **The HR2 receiver has two methods of decoding PPM transmissions. PPM transmissions may be decoded by one or both decoders; in either case, a single detection is reported in the Live Detections Tab.

  • Page 47: Live Tiles And Live Detection Filter Options

    The Live Tiles and Live Detections Filter Options provide choices for which HR detection quality level to view, when connected to your HR2 receiver. You may view good quality detections (HR detections with a quality score >=3), low quality detections (HR detections with a quality score < 3), or detections of any quality (all quality scores).

  • Page 48: Live Tiles Tab

    3.3 Live Tiles Tab 3.3 Live Tiles Tab The Live Tiles Tab displays summary data (as tiles) about incoming detections of each transmitter, in real time. It allows quick and easy visualization of the detection frequency of test tags or animal tags within range of the connected receiver, as well as the detection frequency of neighbouring receivers' synctags.

  • Page 49: Live Tiles Display Settings

    HR2 Receiver User Guide Upon first detection of a given ID, a grey tile will appear in the appropriate section (HR or PPM). The tiles are automatically colour-coded, according to the following set of rules: Tile colour example Rule description Grey - First/initial detection (HR detection example), needs a second detection to be validated.
  • Page 50 3.3 Live Tiles Tab To set up or change the Live Tiles Display Settings On the Live Tiles panel, at the bottom right, click Tile Settings. The Tile Display Settings dialog box appears. Figure 3-6: Live Tile Display Settings dialog box, using default settings ID Range Settings To filter out unwanted IDs from the Live Tiles display, you may set up one or more ID ranges of interest and limit the tile display to a single ID range at a time (a subset of tags).
  • Page 51 HR2 Receiver User Guide To use an ID Range subset 1. Click the ID Range drop-down list. 2. Select an ID Range subset. Figure 3-8: Selecting an ID Range or subset of tags for display 3. Click Apply Settings. The selected range is now the new settings.
  • Page 52 3.3 Live Tiles Tab 3. Click Apply Changes. The new thresholds are now set. 4. If done with Tile Display Settings, click Close. Default Settings To restore Default Settings 1. At any time, if you want to return to the Default Settings, click Show Defaults. The default settings will be displayed in the Tile Display Thresholds fields.

  • Page 53: Hr2 Transmitter Tab

    The HR2 Transmitter Tab provides transmitter identification information and configuration options. Figure 3-11: HR2 Transmitter tab and information IMPORTANT: Anytime you make changes to settings and attempt to leave the HR2 Transmitter tab (by going to another tab like Status, for example), the following message will be displayed: "There are unsaved settings on this page.
  • Page 54 3.4 HR2 Transmitter Tab IMPORTANT: It is critical that the built-in transmitter is enabled for all fine-scale positioning (VPS) studies to allow for proper receiver time synchronization. For all other deployments, it is recommended that the built-in transmitter be enabled to provide data that can be used for system performance assessment post-deployment.
  • Page 55 HR2 Receiver User Guide Range Test Random (HR 4-6s, PPM 25-35s) This setting transmits with a random delay between 4 and 6 seconds for HR coding, and 25 and 35 seconds for PPM coding. Use this setting when performing range tests using more than one transmitter, or when using a single transmitter in areas where tagged animals are present.
  • Page 56 3.4 HR2 Transmitter Tab Figure 3-14: Transmit Power options Applying changes When you change configuration settings, the Apply Changes button is accessible. Click the button to immediately set the new parameters. Figure 3-15: Applying Changes (disable Transmitter)
  • Page 57 HR2 Receiver User Guide When the settings are successfully updated, a confirmation message will appear. Click OK to remove the message box. Figure 3-16: Transmitter is now OFF Show Defaults Clicking the Show Defaults button will change any current settings to the default settings, and make the Apply Changes button accessible.

  • Page 58: Sensor Logging Tab

    3.5 Sensor Logging Tab 3.5 Sensor Logging Tab The Sensor Logging Tab displays the Sensor Data Logging Options. The Sensor Logging Options allow you to configure the logging interval for data from the receiver's built-in sensors (temperature, tilt, and noise). Figure 3-17: Sensor Logging Tab Viewing the Default settings To view the default hours and minutes settings, click Show Defaults.
  • Page 59 HR2 Receiver User Guide Figure 3-19: Unsaved Settings message If you click No, your settings will remain as they were, and the view changes to your other selected tab. Changing Settings To change settings, either: Click the up or down arrows next to the Hours (h) and/or Minutes (m) boxes, or Click directly in a box and type in a new value.

  • Page 60: Watch Table Tab

    1 and 192. When completed, this list is sent to the receiver through the communication cable and accessed using the VR100 while the HR2 is deployed. NOTE: The instructions on how to access the Watch Table using the VR100 are found in the VR100 documentation.

  • Page 61: Selecting Tags

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 3.6.2 Selecting Tags After a tag has been entered in the Watch Table, it may be selected by clicking the box at the far right of the row. All tags can be selected at once by checking the Select All Tags box at the right of the Last Detection (UTC) column header.
  • Page 62 Figure 3-23: Watch Table created from scratch (built by you) Example 2 Figure 3-24: Watch Table exported from an HR2 Receiver Exporting a Watch Table file Fathom can export Watch Table information to a .csv file that can be used for the following: Keeping a record of the detection counts and last detection times from your last live watch table session with the HR2.
  • Page 63 To export a Watch Table file: 1. Click Export. The Export Watch Table dialog box appears. 2. Navigate to the location you want to save the file, and click Save. Fathom will save the file with the default name format "HR2-180-461059 Watchtable 2017-04-26 150755.csv" Example...

  • Page 64: Advanced Tab

    Updating the Firmware (manually) Firmware (FW) is a program that is stored permanently in a device, such as an HR2 receiver. It is not to be confused with Fathom, the PC software used to communicate with the receiver. Firmware updates are rare and will occur to either complete a hardware change or occasionally for a significant addition to functionality.
  • Page 65 HR2 Receiver User Guide Step 1 - Start Update Firmware process In the Hardware Configuration section, click Update Firmware. Figure 3-27: Update Firmware button Step 2 - Continue with the Update If you had canceled the automatic update after a notification, a Continue with firmware update window opens.
  • Page 66 3.7 Advanced Tab Step 3 - Offload data first warning WARNING: When you perform a firmware update, the process may erase all data on the receiver, set the receiver’s clock, and reset all transmitter and sensor logging settings to default values. We recommend offloading your data before performing the update.

  • Page 67: Serial Communication Options

    3.7.2 Serial Communication Options Setting the Session Baud Rate The session baud rate is the communication speed in bits per second (bps) between your HR2 receiver and the Fathom software. Fathom will automatically set the baud rate to an appropriate value based on the cable you are using.
  • Page 68 3.7 Advanced Tab Figure 3-32: Session Baud Rate selected RS485 Termination If RS485 communication is being used with long cables and high baud rates (a reasonable rule of thumb would be cable longer than 200m using a baud rate higher than 57600), the system may require that RS485 Termination be enabled, to ensure a reliable communication link between the receiver and the RS485 host.

  • Page 69: Hardware Status

    Reset options - Click more to display the available reset options for the receiver. Faults Upon connecting to an HR2 Receiver, Fathom performs a check of the receiver's state. If any faults are found, you will be presented with a fault diagnosis message.
  • Page 70 3.7 Advanced Tab Viewing Faults You may need to view faults again, when contacting Support. Figure 3-35: Advanced Settings displaying Faults Conditions To view fault conditions, click View Faults. The Current receiver faults window appears. Figure 3-36: Sample receiver fault information...
  • Page 71 Reset Options Reboot In some circumstances it may be necessary to reboot the HR2 receiver. For example, VEMCO Support may recommend this action to clear a non-critical fault condition. Rebooting the receiver temporarily powers it off and then powers it back on again.
  • Page 72 Use the Factory Reset option to return the HR2 receiver to its original settings. Only use factory reset upon advice from VEMCO Support. Factory reset will erase all data on the receiver, set the receiver’s clock, and reset all transmitter and sensor logging settings to default values.
  • Page 73 HR2 Receiver User Guide 2. A reset operation warning appears. Figure 3-40: Factory Reset options 3. Consider the options carefully: a. Proceed - Will continue the reset operation, permanently erasing the data on the receiver, including all Watch Table entries, and return the receiver to its factory settings.
  • Page 74 Conducting a Study with an HR2 Receiver Starting a study allows you to clear the HR2 receiver's memory and set the internal clock. Before deploying your HR2 receiver, we recommend that you consult the "Deploying an HR2 Receiver", on page 75 section.

  • Page 75: Record Mode

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 4.1 Record Mode When you start a study (using the Fathom software), the HR2 enters Record Mode. It records received pings and detections and transmits its ID, even while connected to Fathom software. To place the receiver in Record Mode On the HR2 Receiver Tab, click the Start a Study button (start recording).

  • Page 76: Starting A Study

    Communication", on page 24). Step 1 - Start a Study button On the HR2 Receiver Tab, click the Start a Study button (start recording). NOTE: This button is not available before communication between the receiver and Fathom is established. Step 2 - Check Computer Time Settings warning The Check Computer Time Settings warning appears.
  • Page 77 HR2 Receiver User Guide Step 3 - Heed the warning A WARNING message appears, indicating that you are about to erase ALL data that may be present. Choose an option: To proceed without saving data, click Start a new Study. If you want to stop the operation while it is under way, click Abort at the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 78 4.2 Starting a Study Step 5 - Check the Receiver Status On the Status tab, the status of the HR2 receiver should now display as ON - Recording. Figure 4-1: Receiver Initialized and Recording...

  • Page 79: Offloading Data

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 4.3 Offloading Data After data have been collected by an HR2 Receiver during a long term deployment, that data must be offloaded to be accessed and viewed. Data can only be offloaded from a HR2 Receiver while it is in communication with Fathom software, through a direct cable connection.
  • Page 80 Once the offload is completed successfully, a success message is displayed, including the full name of the offloaded file, and a data summary. Self-detections: detections from the HR2 Receiver's integrated transmitter. External detections: detections from tags other than the integrated one within the receiver.

  • Page 81: Disconnecting Communication With Receiver

    HR2 and Fathom software. Figure 4-2: Close receiver communication tab A window will appear to confirm that you want to close the HR2 Receiver tab. When the communication is disconnected, the HR2 resumes recording with the last study that was...

  • Page 82: Suspend Mode (Not Recording)

    4.5 Suspend Mode (not recording) 4.5 Suspend Mode (not recording) Suspend Mode is the mode used for shipment and storage of the HR2 receiver. In Suspend Mode, the receiver consumes significantly less power than when it is recording data. To place the receiver in Suspend Mode On the HR2 Receiver Tab, click the Suspend Receiver button (stop recording).
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  • Page 84: Deploying An Hr2 Receiver

    How an HR2 receiver is deployed is driven by the environment it is being deployed in and the type of study being performed. Some important points to keep in mind when designing a deployment plan for your HR2 receivers are explained here. The common method for attaching a HR2 to a mooring line is also given.

  • Page 85: Case External Dimensions

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 5.1 Case External Dimensions The HR2 receiver's case dimensions can be useful when designing a mooring plan or mooring equipment. The dimensions, in inches, are shown in the drawings below. Figure 5-1: HR2 Case Dimensions...

  • Page 86: Deployment Facts And Tips

    If a bottom mooring is desired, the HR2 should be positioned above the floor such that it has an unobstructed “view” of tagged animals within their expected acoustic range. Ensure the HR2’s hydrophone is unblocked (do not position an air filled buoy directly above the hydrophone) and free of any biofouling.

  • Page 87: Mooring Line Attachment

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 5.3 Mooring Line Attachment The common method used to attach a HR2 receiver to a mooring line is to use five cable ties (zip tie or tie-wrap) with the following characteristics: Non-reusable lashing cable ties 388 mm (15.25") long 7.5 mm (0.3") wide...
  • Page 88 Open the warp in the rope again and slide another cable tie through rope so it lines up with the bottom half of the lower groove around the body of the HR2. Tighten the cable tie so the tie’s head is next to the rope.
  • Page 89 Trim the cable ties so there is no excess cable tie material and no sharp edges. Figure 5-2: Sample mooring line attachment (VR2Txshown) WARNING: Cut the cable ties when removing a HR2 from the mooring line. DO NOT re-use cable ties. Use only new cable ties when deploying a HR2 receiver.

  • Page 90: External Cable

    5.4 External Cable 5.4 External Cable The HR2 Receiver uses an external cable to connect to other devices. VEMCO has successfully used cable with the following specifications: 2 Twisted Pair - 18 AWG stranded tinned copper (STC); 0.070” PP insulated; Individual foil shield, Drain (Twisted Pair coloring scheme: Pair 1: Green/White;...
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  • Page 92: Viewing And Managing Receiver Data

    HR2, VR2W, VR2AR, VR2Tx, and VR4-UWM receivers. It also provides the ability to convert HR2 .VDAT files (offloaded using Fathom) and VR2W, VR2AR, VR2Tx, and VR4-UWM VRL files (offloaded using VUE) to a new, easy-to-use CSV format.

  • Page 93: Visualizing Data

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 6.1 Visualizing Data After data have been collected from an HR2 Receiver, VR2W, VR2Tx, VR2AR, or VR4-UWM receiver, the detection records (and diagnostic records, if applicable) can be displayed in Fathom's Visualize Data application. NOTE: You do not need to be connected to a receiver to visualize data.
  • Page 94 6.1 Visualizing Data Step 3 - File Import in progress The selected file name appears on the tab at the top of the Data Visualizer window, and the data extraction progress is displayed in the center of the window. NOTE: You can cancel the import process by clicking/closing the tab.

  • Page 95: Data Visualizer Main Window Features

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 6.1.1 Data Visualizer Main Window Features The Data Visualizer main window provides the following display features: (A) Filename - The filename is displayed on the tab. (B) Multiple tabs - You can open multiple files and each will have its own tab.

  • Page 96: All Data Section Features

    The plot in the All Data section displays a time series of binned detection counts. The All Data plot covers the entire dataset. This section provides the following display features: (A) HR/PPM/Combined (HR2 only, image shown) - You can view your detections by Type (just click your choice): HR, PPM, or Combined HR and PPM detections.

  • Page 97: Selection Section Features

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 6.1.3 SELECTION Section Features The plots in the Selection section display data for the selected portion of the All Data plot only. This section provides the following display features. Binned Detection Data The top plot in the Selection section shows a zoomed in version of the plot in the All Data section.
  • Page 98 6.1 Visualizing Data Relative Detection Density The middle plot (HR2 receivers) / bottom plot (VR2W receivers) in the Selection section shows the relative detection rates of each detected ID for the selected time period. (A) Detection Density by ID - The ID corresponding to each row in the plot is listed to the left of the graph.
  • Page 99 HR2 Receiver User Guide Diagnostic Information (HR2, VR2Tx, VR2AR, and VR4-UWM receivers only) (A) Noise Samples (dB or mV) - Noise values are plotted relative to the primary y-axis. You can access the noise level at any time along the series by moving the cursor over the location on the plot where you want to see details.

  • Page 100: Data Visualizer Filter Options

    The Data Visualizer Filter Options provide choices for filtering detections based on the source of the detection (HR2 VR2Tx, and VR2AR receivers only). You may view self-detections (detections of a receiver’s own built-in transmitter) only, external detections (all detections except those of the receiver’s own built-in transmitter) only, or detections from both sources.
  • Page 101 HR2 Receiver User Guide Figure 6-8: Range Selector tool By default, the tool shows a limited range, from the beginning of the data file. The red arrows in the image above point to the left and right "handles" that you can use to modify the range. Anytime you modify the range, the Selection section graphs update to display the new range.

  • Page 102: Noise Samples, Tilt, And Temperature (Hr2, Vr2Tx, Vr2Ar, And Vr4-Uwm Receivers Only)

    6.1.6 Noise Samples, Tilt, And Temperature (HR2, VR2Tx, VR2AR, And VR4-UWM Receiv- ers Only) The HR2, VR2Tx, and VR2AR provide information on Noise Samples (dB or mV), Tilt (°), and Temperature (°C). The VR4-UWM receiver provides information on Tilt (°) only. This is presented in a graph, at the bottom of the Selection section.
  • Page 103 HR2 Receiver User Guide VR2Tx only. The Tilt or Temperature scale appears on the right side of the graph. Example 1 Figure 6-12: HR Noise Samples and Tilt information Example 2 Figure 6-13: PPM Noise Samples and Temperature information Example 3...

  • Page 104: Exporting Data

    6.2 Exporting Data 6.2 Exporting Data After data has been collected and offloaded from an HR2 Receiver, VR2AR, VR2Tx, and VR4-UWM (or VR2W), that data can be exported to be viewed and manipulated. NOTE: You do not need to be connected to a receiver to perform the export operation.
  • Page 105 "Record Types included in each export option", on page 98. *Fathom uses some filtering criteria on detection data from HR2 receivers when they are converted from VDAT to CSV format. Information on these filters can be found here: "HR2 Data Export Detection Filters", on...
  • Page 106 6.2 Exporting Data Step 5 - Display Date and Time using UTC Offset (optional) Upon export to CSV format, all data records are automatically corrected for receiver clock drift by the Fathom software. Fathom uses the difference between the receiver's clock and the UTC time calculated from your PC clock at offload to calculate corrected times for each record in the receiver log.

  • Page 107: Record Types Included In Each Export Option

    Record Options are listed as they appear in the Exporting Settings panel, and provide a description for each record type included under that option. Detection Records Record Identifier in CSV Record Types Exported Applicable Receiver Models File Tag detection inform- HR2, VR2W, VR2Tx, VR2AR, VR4- ation Detection filter inform- DET_FILTER ation...
  • Page 108 Receiver general event EVENT HR2, VR2W, VR2Tx, VR2AR Receiver fault information EVENT_FAULT HR2, VR2W, VR2Tx, VR2AR Receiver initialization information EVENT_INIT HR2, VR2W, VR2Tx, VR2AR Receiver offload information EVENT_OFFLOAD HR2, VR2W, VR2Tx, VR2AR HR2 memory remaining and other health HEALTH_HR2 information...
  • Page 109 HR2 Receiver User Guide Record Identifier in Applicable Receiver Record Types Exported CSV File Models VR2AR memory remaining and other health HEALTH_VR2AR VR2AR information VR2Tx memory remaining and other health HEALTH_VR2Tx VR2Tx information VR2W memory remaining and other health HEALTH_VR2W...
  • Page 110 6.2 Exporting Data Configuration Records Record Identifier in Record Types Exported Applicable Receiver Models CSV File Receiver channel configuration inform- CFG_CHANNEL HR2, VR2W, VR2Tx, VR2AR, ation VR4-UWM Station information CFG_STATION VR2W, VR2Tx VR2AR, VR4- Study information CFG_STUDY VR2W, VR2Tx VR2AR, VR4-...

  • Page 111: Record Types By Receiver Model

    Receiver general event EVENT Receiver fault information EVENT_FAULT Receiver initialization inform- EVENT_INIT ation Receiver offload information EVENT_OFFLOAD HR2 memory remaining and other HEALTH_HR2 health information Sensor records Receiver tilt sensor readings ATTITUDE Receiver temperature sensor read- TEMP ings Configuration records...
  • Page 112 6.2 Exporting Data VR2W Export Records Option Record Types Exported Record Identifier in CSV File Detection records Tag Detection Information Diagnostic records Battery specifics and status BATTERY information VR2W regular system diagnostic DIAG_VR2W information VR2W intermittent system dia- DIAG_VR2W_INTERIM gnostic information Event records Receiver general event EVENT...
  • Page 113 HR2 Receiver User Guide VR2Tx Export Records Option Record Types Exported Record Identifier in CSV File Detection records Tag Detection Information Diagnostic records Battery specifics and status BATTERY information VR2Tx regular system diagnostic DIAG_VR2TX information VR2Tx intermittent system dia- DIAG_VR2TX_INTERIM gnostic information...
  • Page 114 6.2 Exporting Data VR2AR Export Records Option Record Types Exported Record Identifier in CSV File Detection records Tag Detection Information Diagnostic records Battery specifics and status BATTERY information VR2AR regular system dia- DIAG_VR2AR gnostic information VR2AR intermittent system dia- DIAG_VR2AR_INTERIM gnostic information Event records Receiver general event EVENT...
  • Page 115 HR2 Receiver User Guide Export Records Option Record Types Exported Record Identifier in CSV File Other records Information on external clock CLOCK_REF used for reference purposes Data error information DATA_ERROR VDAT or VRL file information DATA_SOURCE_FILE VR4-UWM Export Records Option Record Types Exported Record Identifier in CSV File...

  • Page 116: Field Descriptions By Record Type

    6.2 Exporting Data 6.2.3 Field Descriptions By Record Type Record Types are listed alphabetically here, and provide a description for each field. ATTITUDE ATTITUDE records contain receiver orientation (ex: tilt) data from a receiver’s built-in sensor(s) (if applicable). They are generated according to the logging interval selected in the Sensor Logging tab of the Receiver Communications window in the Fathom software.
  • Page 117 (HR2 receivers only, at initialization only) Battery Serial Number Serial number of Vemco-supplied battery pack (HR2 receivers only, at initialization only) Battery Voltage (V) Battery voltage remaining Battery Remaining (%) Estimated remaining battery life, as percent of full life (HR2 receivers only)
  • Page 118 6.2 Exporting Data CFG_CHANNEL CFG_CHANNEL records contain information about the configuration of a receiver channel. Receivers with multiple channels (ex: the HR2 receiver) have multiple CFG_CHANNEL entries (one entry per channel). Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time).
  • Page 119 HR2 Receiver User Guide CFG_STATION CFG_STATION records contain information about the station (location) where the receiver is deployed. Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time). Time Date and time of the data following correction for receiver clock drift (the corrected time).
  • Page 120 6.2 Exporting Data CFG_STUDY CFG_STUDY records contain information about the study. Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time). Time Date and time of the data following correction for receiver clock drift (the corrected time).
  • Page 121 (if applicable). These records are generated at study initialization and when changes are made to the built-in transmitter settings. Receivers with built-in transmitters that transmit multiple transmission types (ex: HR2 receiver, PPM and HR transmissions) have multiple CFG_ TRANSMITTER entries for each configuration event (one entry per transmission type).
  • Page 122 6.2 Exporting Data CLOCK_REF CLOCK_REF records contain clock reference information. Clock reference information is date and time information from an external source, such as your computer, that is added to the receiver log file to help with correction for receiver clock drift. CLOCK_REF records are used in conjunction with CLOCK_SET records to calculate drift-corrected times (“Time”...
  • Page 123 HR2 Receiver User Guide CLOCK_SET CLOCK_SET records contain information about receiver clock set events. A clock set event is generated when the receiver’s clock is set using an external source such as your computer (ex: at initialization). CLOCK_SET records are used in conjunction with CLOCK_REF records to calculate drift-corrected times (“Time”...
  • Page 124 6.2 Exporting Data DATA_ERROR DATA_ERROR records contain information about errors in the data file. They are used by VEMCO Support for troubleshooting purposes. Field Description Type The type of data error (RECORD or PAGE) Error The name of the error (ex: DECODER_EXCEPTION)
  • Page 125 HR2 Receiver User Guide DEPTH DEPTH records contain depth data from a receiver’s built-in depth sensor (if applicable). They are generated according to the logging interval selected in VUE’s Logging Options window. Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time).
  • Page 126 6.2 Exporting Data DEPTH_STATS DEPTH_STATS records contain summarized depth information calculated from depth samples from a receiver’s built-in depth sensor (if applicable). They are generated according to the stats logging interval selected in VUE’s Logging Options window. Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time).
  • Page 127 * A HR_SELF or PPM_SELF detection is a detection of the receiver's own built-in transmitter. ** The HR2 receiver has two methods of decoding PPM transmissions. PPM transmissions may be decoded by one or both decoders; in either case, a single detection is reported in the Live Detections Tab.
  • Page 128 There are four types of detections: PPM – detections of IDs transmitted using Vemco’s traditional coding system. HR – detections of IDs transmitted using Vemco’s HR coding system (HR2 receivers only) PPM_SELF – detections logged when a PPM (traditional coding system)-compatible receiver’s own built-in transmitter transmits...
  • Page 129 DET_FILTER records contain information about filters applied to DET records upon export from a receiver log to CSV format. Detection filters are only applied to log files from certain receiver models. For more information on detection filters, see "HR2 Data Export Detection Filters", on page 187. Field...
  • Page 130 6.2 Exporting Data DIAG_HR2 DIAG_HR2 records contain HR2 diagnostic information. They are generated according to the logging interval selected in the Sensor Logging tab in Fathom. Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time).
  • Page 131 HR2 Receiver User Guide * The HR2 receiver has two methods of decoding PPM transmissions. PPM transmissions may be decoded by one or both decoders; in either case, a single detection is reported in the DET record. Ping and detection counts are separated by decoder in the DIAG_HR2 record to allow accurate calculation of ping: detection ratios for system troubleshooting purposes.
  • Page 132 6.2 Exporting Data DIAG_VR2W_INTERIM DIAG_VR2W_INTERIM records contain VR2W diagnostic (ping and detection count) information collected at irregular intervals. Entries are typically associated with receiver events (such as offload, for example). Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time).
  • Page 133 HR2 Receiver User Guide DIAG_VR2AR DIAG_VR2AR records contain VR2AR diagnostic information collected at regular intervals. Ping and detection counts are calculated every 24 hours at midnight (UTC), and Noise and Tilt readings are sampled according to the interval selected in VUE’s Logging Options window.
  • Page 134 6.2 Exporting Data DIAG_VR2AR_INTERIM DIAG_VR2AR_INTERIM records contain VR2AR ping and detection count information collected at irregular intervals. Entries are typically associated with receiver events (such as offload, for example). Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time).
  • Page 135 HR2 Receiver User Guide DIAG_VR2Tx DIAG_VR2Tx records contain VR2Tx diagnostic information collected at regular intervals. Ping and detection counts are calculated every 24 hours at midnight (UTC), and Noise and Tilt readings are sampled according to the interval selected in VUE’s Logging Options window.
  • Page 136 6.2 Exporting Data DIAG_VR2Tx_INTERIM DIAG_VR2Tx_INTERIM records contain VR2Tx ping and detection count information collected at irregular intervals. Entries are typically associated with receiver events (such as offload, for example). Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time).
  • Page 137 HR2 Receiver User Guide DIAG_VR4 DIAG_VR4 records contain VR4-UWM diagnostic information collected at regular intervals. Ping counts, detection counts and tilt readings are reported at midnight (UTC), according to the schedule selected in VUE’s Advanced Settings window. Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the...
  • Page 138 Receiver model that generated the data in this record. Serial Number Serial number of the receiver that generated the data in this record. Event Type Event descriptor (ex: RECORDING_RESUMED) Event Details Additional information relevant to the event used by VEMCO Support...
  • Page 139 Serial number of the receiver that generated the data in this record. Fault Importance An indicator of the severity of the fault. Fault levels are as follows: - No action required MEDIUM – Replace receiver battery (if indicated) or contact VEMCO Support HIGH – Discontinue receiver use and contact VEMCO Support...
  • Page 140 6.2 Exporting Data EVENT_INIT EVENT_INIT records contain receiver initialization information. Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time). Time Date and time of the data following correction for receiver clock drift (the corrected time).
  • Page 141 DET_FILTER), except detections of the receiver’s own built-in transmitter (type HR_SELF). (HR2 receivers only) PPM Total Accepted HR2 receivers: A count of the PPM detections found in the DET records Detections (detections passing the filters in DET_FILTER), except detections of the receiver’s own built-in transmitter (type PPM_SELF)
  • Page 142 Line Voltage (V) Displays the voltage provided by the external power source, if con- nected. Memory Remaining Percent of total memory capacity remaining at offload RTC Time Current time of the receiver’s real time clock. Used by VEMCO Support for troubleshooting purposes.
  • Page 143 Line Voltage (V) Displays the voltage provided by the external power source, if con- nected. Memory Remaining Percent of total memory capacity remaining at offload RTC Time Current time of the receiver’s real time clock. Used by VEMCO Support for troubleshooting purposes.
  • Page 144 Serial Number Serial number of the receiver that generated the data in this record. Memory Remaining Percent of total memory capacity remaining at offload RTC Time Current time of the receiver’s real time clock. Used by VEMCO Support for troubleshooting purposes.
  • Page 145 Serial Number Serial number of the receiver that generated the data in this record. Memory Remaining Percent of total memory capacity remaining at offload RTC Time Current time of the receiver’s real time clock. Used by VEMCO Support for troubleshooting purposes.
  • Page 146 Serial number of the receiver that generated the data in this record. Memory Remaining Percent of total memory capacity remaining at offload Relative Humidity Relative humidity inside the receiver, sampled at the time of logging. RTC Time Current time of the receiver’s real time clock. Used by VEMCO Support for troubleshooting purposes.
  • Page 147 HR2 Receiver User Guide NOISE_STATS_VR2AR NOISE_STATS_VR2AR records contain summarized noise information calculated from noise samples (see DIAG_VR2AR record) from a receiver’s built-in noise sensor (if applicable). They are generated according to the stats logging interval selected in VUE’s Logging Options window.
  • Page 148 6.2 Exporting Data NOISE_STATS_VR2Tx NOISE_STATS_VR2Tx records contain summarized noise information calculated from noise samples (see DIAG_VR2Tx record) from a receiver’s built-in noise sensor (if applicable). They are generated according to the stats logging interval selected in VUE’s Logging Options window. Field Description Device Time (UTC)
  • Page 149 Receiver model that generated the data in this record. Serial Number Serial number of the receiver that generated the data in this record. Ambient (degrees C) Ambient external temperature Internal (degrees C) Internal receiver temperature. Used by VEMCO Support for receiver troubleshooting purposes.
  • Page 150 6.2 Exporting Data TEMP_STATS TEMP_STATS records contain summarized ambient temperature information calculated from temperature samples from a receiver’s built-in temperature sensor (if applicable). They are generated according to the stats logging interval selected in VUE’s Logging Options window. Field Description Device Time (UTC) UTC date and time of the data according to the receiver’s clock (the uncorrected time).
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  • Page 152: Maintaining An Hr2 Receiver

    Maintaining an HR2 Receiver Regular and timely maintenance will help keep your HR2 receiver in peak operating condition. It will also help when preparing it for storage. This Section Contains Information On The Following: 7.1 Replacing the Main Battery 7.2 O-Ring Care 7.3 Storing a receiver...

  • Page 153: Replacing The Main Battery

    For this reason, VEMCO recommends the HR2 be opened in a controlled environment, and not in the field or on the deck of a boat. Replacing a battery in the HR2 requires four basic steps: 1.
  • Page 154 7.1 Replacing the Main Battery Step 2 - Place receiver on a clean and dry flat surface Place the HR2 on a clean, flat surface so the top end (hydrophone end) is just hanging over the edge as shown. DO NOT let the receiver fall off the surface.
  • Page 155 Step 6 - Remove the end cap Remove the top steel rod from the HR2 case and set it aside. Continue by hand twisting the end cap in a counter-clockwise direction until the end cap and outer cylinder separate.
  • Page 156 Slide the end cap and outer cylinder apart until the battery compartment has cleared the cylinder. Be very careful not to damage the threads on the end cap or the HR2 won’t close and seal properly. IMPORTANT: The parts are linked through a component cable that is attached to the bottom of the battery tray and into the outer cylinder.

  • Page 157: Disconnecting And Removing The Battery

    Step 1 - Open the case Open the case as explained in "Opening the HR2 Case", on page 144, and set the outer cylinder to the side. IMPORTANT: Check the inside of the receiver for any signs of moisture/water. Completely dry the battery tray and parts before re-assembling and deployment.
  • Page 158 7.1 Replacing the Main Battery Step 3 - Disconnect Press the release lever clip on the bottom of the battery connector and pull the connector out.
  • Page 159 HR2 Receiver User Guide Step 4 - Pull connector wires up and out of slot Gently pull the connector wires up and out through the slot at the bottom of the battery tray. Step 5 - Lift battery up Grab the battery from both sides and push a bit forward against the top foam cushion in the battery tray.
  • Page 160 7.1 Replacing the Main Battery Step 6 - Remove the battery Pull the battery out of the battery tray and set it aside. PLEASE Be kind to the environment and dispose of the battery according to your local regulation.

  • Page 161: Installing And Connecting A Battery

    For this reason, VEMCO recommends the HR2 be opened and closed in a controlled environment, and not in the field or on the deck of a boat. Step 1 - Open the case Open the HR2 case as described in "Opening the HR2...
  • Page 162 7.1 Replacing the Main Battery Step 3 - Insert battery Insert the battery top end first, as shown. Lower the bottom end (wire connector end) in, making sure that you don't pinch the connector wires on the battery tray's bottom plate. Step 4 - Check that battery is secure Ensure that the battery is pressed onto its hook and loop retainer strips, and that it fits tightly between its top and...
  • Page 163 Position the battery wire connector, with the retainer clip on the bottom. Step 8 - Connect the battery Gently but firmly push the connector in until the clip clicks into its locked position. Close the case as described in "Closing the HR2 Case", on the facing page.

  • Page 164: Closing The Hr2 Case

    7.1 Replacing the Main Battery 7.1.4 Closing The HR2 Case Two steel rods are necessary to properly open and close the case. Every shipment of new HR2 receivers includes a pair of steel rods. Before deploying or storing a HR2 receiver, the case must be properly closed and sealed to prevent damage to the electronics.
  • Page 165 HR2 Receiver User Guide Step 3 - Hand tighten the end cap Reposition the HR2 so the hydrophone (top end) is hanging over the edge enough that the large hole is past the edge of the surface. DO NOT let the receiver fall off the surface.
  • Page 166 Continue to rotate the rod, and therefore the end-cap, until turning becomes tight (DO NOT overtighten). IMPORTANT: Make sure to test your receiver before deploying it. For more information, see "Testing the Receiver", on page 29. If you intend to store your HR2 receiver, see "Storing a receiver", on page 161.

  • Page 167: O-Ring Care

    7.2 O-Ring Care O-rings located in the end-cap of the HR2 case are crucial to the watertight seal of the receiver. Each time an O-ring is disturbed, for any reason, it must be checked before the unit is sealed again. Something as simple as a stray hair could be the difference between a successful study and a damaged receiver.
  • Page 168 Inspect the O-rings for debris and for any damage. If there is any question about the condition of an O- ring, we recommend it be replaced rather than risk damage to the receiver and loss of data. O-rings can be purchased from VEMCO or locally. The replacement O-rings must be PARKER #2-143 O-RING, 70 Bn NITRILE.

  • Page 169: Installing O-Rings

    Now that the O-rings and O-ring surfaces are clean and prepared, we’re ready to install the new O-rings into the case. 1. Slowly move one of the O-rings along the body of the HR2 to the end cap and carefully lift it over the threads.

  • Page 170: Storing A Receiver

    The desiccant pack should be left in the case during storage to reduce the occurrence of condensation in the HR2. Be sure to store the HR2 in a safe location where the case will not be damaged. Also be sure the temperature of the receiver during storage does not exceed the operating temperature specified in "HR2...

  • Page 171: Cleaning Instructions

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 7.4 Cleaning Instructions Clean the HR2 Receiver with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use solvents. Do not use a scraper or abrasive cleaner on the LED window or the seal surfaces.

  • Page 172: Additional Information

    Additional Information This Section Contains Information On The Following: 8.1 Flash Memory 8.2 Status Light Flashes 8.3 Batteries 8.4 Updating the Fathom Software 8.5 Automatic Firmware Updates and Notifications 8.6 Installing the Communication Cable Drivers...

  • Page 173: Flash Memory

    The HR2 will not continue to record received data once the memory is full. A HR2 receiver with 2 GB can store more than 170 million detections. How long it takes to fill the memory depends on how frequently detection data is received and how often diagnostic data is being...

  • Page 174: Status Light Flashes

    If you see the long light followed by more flashes, contact VEMCO for instructions. When the transmit feature is enabled in the HR2, the status light will flash a quick flash for each ping sent and a longer green flash to indicate that the pings were recorded in the receiver memory.

  • Page 175: Batteries

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 8.3 Batteries The HR2 receiver is powered by a 10.8 V lithium-metal or alkaline battery pack. Specifications for the batteries are available on the battery label. The HR2 is shipped with the battery installed and connected. Before the HR2 can begin recording data, it must be connected to computer and switched from Suspend Mode to Record Mode.

  • Page 176: Updating The Fathom Software

    8.4 Updating the Fathom Software 8.4 Updating the Fathom Software You have received the latest version of our Fathom software with your VEMCO product purchase. Automatic Software Update Notifications When you are connected to the Internet, you will get notified automatically when new versions of Fathom are available for download (see also "Checking for Updates", on...

  • Page 177: Automatic Firmware Updates And Notifications

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 8.5 Automatic Firmware Updates and Notifications When connecting and establishing communication with a receiver, the Fathom software checks for available firmware updates. If an update is available for your receiver, a firmware update notification will appear.

  • Page 178: Installing The Communication Cable Drivers

    8.6 Installing the Communication Cable Drivers Fathom requires drivers for the cable that you use to connect and communicate with the HR2 receiver. IMPORTANT: If you want to use the cable with a laptop that you travel with (in the field and without internet access), you should set up the FTDI drivers before leaving.
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  • Page 180: Common Questions

    Common Questions This Section Contains Information On The Following: 9.1 HR2 Receiver Related Questions 9.2 Fathom Related Questions...

  • Page 181: Hr2 Receiver Related Questions

    HR2 Receiver User Guide 9.1 HR2 Receiver Related Questions Find answers to HR2 common questions here. 9.1.1 How Long Will My HR2 Battery Last Depending on the battery used with your receiver: If using a Lithium-metal battery pack, approximately 6 months.

  • Page 182: Fathom Related Questions

    The receiver clock is always updated based on your PC clock during the initialization process. This information will be resident with the HR2 receiver and will be available during offload, regardless of whether you use the same computer or not. Initialization also erases the receiver log files, so be sure to offload data from your receiver before initializing it.
  • Page 183 HR2 Receiver User Guide NOTE: You can also find the more basic version number at the bottom center of every topic in the Help system.

  • Page 184: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This Section Contains Information On The Following: 10.1 HR2 Receiver Related Troubleshooting 10.2 Fathom Related Troubleshooting...

  • Page 185: Hr2 Receiver Related Troubleshooting

    10.1.2 I Think The Case Might Be Pressurized When handled correctly, the HR2 pressure case and seal have a static depth rating of 300 meters (440 psi). If the receiver experiences pressure greater than this, water may enter the case.

  • Page 186: Fathom Related Troubleshooting

    If you still are unable to connect to the receiver, please contact VEMCO (see "Contacting Support", on page 13). If you have a spare battery, try replacing the battery in the HR2 with a new battery. If you are still unable to communicate with the receiver, please contact VEMCO (see "Contacting Support", on...
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  • Page 188: Appendices

    Appendices Appendices...
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  • Page 190: A Quick Start Checklist

    Quick Start Checklist You’ve just gotten a new HR2 receiver. Use this quick start checklist to ensure that your receiver is working as expected. CAUTION: The HR2 is shipped in Suspend mode, with the internal battery connected. Always put the receiver in Record mode (start a study) before deployment.
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  • Page 192: B Hr2 Specifications

    HR2 Specifications For more information, consult the HR2 Receiver Data Sheet. HR2 Specifications Dimensions 40 cm (15.9") x 10 cm (3.9") diameter Weight (in-air) w Lithium-metal battery: 2.88 kg w Alkaline battery: 3.16 kg Receiver Frequency 180 kHz Battery Life...
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  • Page 194: C Hr2 Factory Settings

    HR2 Factory Settings These are the factory settings used, when the receiver is shipped, or a Factory Reset operation is performed. HR2 Factory Settings Receiver Mode Suspended (not recording) Transmitter state Enabled Transmit Profile Sync Tag (HR 25-35s, PPM 270-330s)
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  • Page 196: D Hr2 Data Export Detection Filters

    HR2 Data Export Detection Filters Fathom uses some filtering criteria on detection data from HR2 receivers when they are converted from VDAT to CSV format. D.1 Quality Score Filter Only HR detections with a Quality Score of 3 or higher are included in the CSV output. This is to help minimize the number of false detections that appear in the CSV file.
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  • Page 198: E More About Help

    More About Help Fathom provides you with a full set of Help tools. Whether you access Help from the Help icon in the top toolbar, or use Context-Sensitive Help (CSH) by clicking the CSH icon in specific panels, take time to figure out how the following tools can assist you in making the most of the Help.

  • Page 199: Tour Of The Help Workspace

    HR2 Receiver User Guide E.1 Tour of the Help Workspace Take a moment to get familiar with the Help workspace. It will allow you to find answers quicker when consulting Help. E.1.1 Main Areas Of The Help Workspace The Help's user interface consists of four (4) main areas: Navigation pane (1) - The left side of the Help interface is the location for the Table of Content,...

  • Page 200: Help Navigation Pane Tabs

    Quick Start Topics are topics that have been organized for quick access, in a specific order. While the TOC covers all of the functionality of the HR2 receiver and Fathom software, you may not want to navigate through it to find how to perform some common tasks. You can benefit from quick start topics...

  • Page 201: Help Top Toolbar

    HR2 Receiver User Guide E.3 Help Top Toolbar The Help Toolbar buttons allow you to perform operations such as printing topics, saving topics to your favorites list, and so on. Figure E-2: The Help toolbar Use these buttons to perform the following: 1.

  • Page 202: Drop-Down Text (Help Only, Appears Inline In Pdf)

    4. To remove the search highlighting, click the Remove Search Highlighting button. Take time to explore and try out the various search features of the HR2 receiver and Fathom software Help. Once you are used to them, you will be able to quickly return to specific information about your...
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  • Page 204: F Open Source Licenses

    Open Source Licenses Fathom makes use components. It is required to list these within open-source software the product. To view the open-source components and their licenses 1. In the About Fathom window, click Open-source licenses. Figure F-1: The open-source licenses link in the About Fathom window 2.
  • Page 205 HR2 Receiver User Guide Figure F-2: Open-Source License window and listing 3. Select a component from the list. The Selected Component License Definition is displayed. NOTE: (for developers) If you wish to export all of the open-source license information, just click the Export All button. The file will be saved as a markdown file (.md).

  • Page 206: G Contact Information

    Contact Information 20 Angus Morton Drive Bedford, Nova Scotia Canada B4B 0L9 Phone: +1-902-450-1700 Fax: +1-902-450-1704 Web Site: www.vemco.com...
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  • Page 208: H Warranty And Disclaimer

    VEMCO’s option, to the replacement of such accessory, equipment or part with a similar item free from defect. As to any item repaired by VEMCO or furnished as a replacement by VEMCO, VEMCO’s liability and the Buyer’s exclusive remedy to the repair or replacement of such...
  • Page 209 Product, accessory, equipment, or part owned by the BUYER and in the possession of VEMCO as is chargeable by law to a bailee for hire, but shall not be chargeable for loss of use thereof.
  • Page 210 LICENSE AGREEMENT VEMCO grants to the Buyer a limited, personal license, with no right to sub-license, to use the Intellectual Property (“IP”) and Embedded Software in the manner set out in the Documentation. The Embedded Software and IP are not sold to Buyer. All property rights, including Intellectual Property Rights, remain with VEMCO.

  • Page 211: Glossary

    PPM records are automatically corrected for coding, and are thus compatible with receiver clock drift by the Fathom both VEMCO HR2 receivers and 180 software. Fathom uses the difference kHz VR2Ws. between your receiver’s clock and the...
  • Page 212 Pulse Position Modulation (PPM) is a signal modulation technique that allows VDAT computers to share data by measuring VEMCO Data file (VDAT).VDAT the time each data packet takes to files are binary files that cannot be reach the computer (transmitter to altered, and therefore provide a receiver).

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