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Valeport uvSVX Operating Manual

Sound velocity, temperature and pressure with calculated salinity & density for an underwater vehicle
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MANUAL-857569191-10
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September 2020
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  • Page 1 Date: September 2020 This confidential document was prepared by the staff of Valeport Limited, the Company, and is the property of the Company, which also owns the copyright therein. All rights conferred by the law of the copyright and by virtue of international copyright conventions are reserved to the Company. This document...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Setting up Ethernet Connectivity ................... 8 4.2.2 Operation with Datalog x2 ....................11 uvSVX Communications Setup ...................... 12 Setting Up the uvSVX ........................... 13 Start / Stop ............................ 13 5.1.1 Output Last Measured Reading ................... 13 Information #Codes ........................14 Sampling Modes..........................
  • Page 3 Contents Software ............................... 24 Setup Using DataLog X2 ........................ 24 8.1.1 Interface to the uvSVX ......................24 8.1.2 Configure the uvSVXminiIPS 2 ..................... 25 Setup Using the SetUp App ......................31 8.2.1 Interface to the uvSVX ......................31 8.2.2 Configure the Instrument ....................32 Care &...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 1 Introduction Aimed primarily at the underwater vehicle market, the uvSVX is a compact direct reading instrument that outputs a selectable, fixed data string at up to 60Hz of Sound Velocity, Temperature, Depth and optionally, Salinity and Density calculated with Valeport’s proprietary DASH formula. High accuracy data is assured with the added bonus of Valeport’s unique interchangeable pressure module that allows customers to...

  • Page 5: Sensors

    -5°C to +35°C Accuracy: ±0.01°C Resolution: 0.001°C 2.3 Pressure The uvSVX is fitted with a high accuracy, 0.01% of full scale, temperature compensated piezo-resistive pressure transducer. The Pressure Module is interchangeable Type: Strain Gauge Range: 10, 30, 50, 100, 200, 300, 400 or 600 Bar...

  • Page 6: Interchangeable Pressure Sensor Modules

    6000 0.60 Prior to changing out a Pressure Module the uvSVX should be thoroughly rinsed in fresh water and dried. A Pressure Module should ideally be change in dry lab conditions but if this is not possible every effort must be made to keep water out of the module socket.
  • Page 7 Inside the transit case an additional transit case is provided for the Pressure module to allow it to be returned to Valeport for calibration without the need to send the whole instrument. © 2020 – Valeport Ltd...

  • Page 8: Calculated Parameters

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 2.4 Calculated Parameters From directly measured sound velocity, temperature and pressure, the uvSVX calculates Conductivity, Salinity and Density using a proprietary Valeport algorithm developed from extensive laboratory and fieldwork data sets. 2.4.1 Calculated Conductivity Accuracy: ±0.05 mS/cm Resolution: 0.001 mS/cm...

  • Page 9: Physical Characteristics

    Acetal Pressure Transducer Titanium Diaphragm Connector: uvSVX: Standard is SubConn type MCBH6F (titanium) uvSVXe: Standard is SubConn type DBH13F (titanium) Alternatives may be supplied on request Weight: <1.75kg (in air) 3.2 Dimensions © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 6...

  • Page 10: Communications

    ‘#’ character required to enter set up mode 4.1 Serial Comms - RS 232 and RS485 The uvSVX is fitted with both RS232 and RS485 communications as standard. RS485 is enabled by grounding a pin in the communications lead (refer to Wiring Section).

  • Page 11: Ethernet

    Click on the IP Address in the left-hand panel to reveal more information in the right-hand panel Select Web Configuration Select the green arrow to reveal the password entry dialogue Do not enter a Username or Password - simply select OK © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 8...
  • Page 12 Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 Select Connection, ensure settings are similar to below Do not select or accept a Local Port number 23 Local Port number 23 is reserved for TelNet Select Apply Settings Perform a new search after the settings have been completed.
  • Page 13 Apply settings Perform a new search after the settings have been completed and applied. 4.2.1.1 Fixed IP To set a fixed IP address for the unit follow the wizard in the Lantronix App © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 10...

  • Page 14: Operation With Datalog X2

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 4.2.2 Operation with Datalog x2 Load the latest version of Valeport's configuration software DataLog x2. It can be downloaded from here. Search for uvSVX then look for the software section towards the bottom of the page.

  • Page 15: Uvsvx Communications Setup

    Set address mode On | Off where n = 0 or 1 #005;0 (Off) #005;1 (On) In address mode, the uvSVX will only respond to commands prefixed by its address, or the global address “00” Example: 03:#028 uvSVX address “03” begin sampling...

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Uvsvx

    5.1 Start / Stop When power is applied to the uvSVX, it will immediately begin to operate according to the settings already programmed. The most basic level of Start / Stop control is, therefore, by switching power on and off.

  • Page 17: Information #Codes

    Setting Up the uvSVX 5.2 Information #Codes The following commands will cause the sensor to report back various pieces of information, as described. #nnn to be followed by <CR><LF>: # Code Description #003 Read uvSVX serial number #006 Read address mode activation status...

  • Page 18: Sampling Modes

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 5.3 Sampling Modes The uvSVX will operate in a number of different modes, only one is for regular use - Continuous Contact Valeport if you have a special requirement # Code Sampling Mode Description #039;1 Continuous...

  • Page 19: Error Flag

    5.6 Warning Message If a Pressure Module is not fitted and the uvSVX is deployed, damage can be caused to the instrument. In order to bring this situation to your notice a warning is transmitted on power up and putting the uvSVX into run mode: #028 or the watch dog.

  • Page 20: Pressure | Depth Units

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 5.7 Pressure | Depth Units It is also possible to present the data in units of metres or feet of seawater calculated using the TEOS 10 Simple Pressure / Depth relationship, which assumes “standard” water density Local Latitude is required (#016;nn.nnn)

  • Page 21: Dash Formula

    #120;1 enables the equation and includes the fields in the output data strings #121 Read DASH equations activation status: 1 (Enabled) | 0 (Disabled) 5.10 User Calibration It is possible to include a user calibration in the uvSVX. Please contact Valeport for more information how this can be achieved. Code Description #085;...

  • Page 22: Data Output Formats

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 6 Data Output Formats The uvSVX has a selection of different data output formats allowing easy interface to software packages and third-party instrumentation. 6.1 Data String Formatting Code Description #026;n Set the string delimiter Where n = "ASCII character"...

  • Page 23: Csv Format

    Pressure|Depth (d | M | f) x.xxx Temperature (°C) t.tttt Sound Speed (ms cccc.ccc Salinity (PSU) ssss.sss Density ( dddd.ddd kg/m Output String Examples with DASH disabled 09.812,20.571,1504.164 09.821,20.572,1504.164 with DASH enabled 09.812,20.571,1504.164,0017.811,1011.610 09.821,20.572,1504.164,0017.810,1011.609 © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 20...

  • Page 24: Valeport Nmea ($Pvsvx)

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 6.3 Valeport NMEA ($PVSVX) Command: #082;8 Format: $PVSVX,aa,bbbbb,p.ppp,d.ddd,y,t.ttt,cccc.ccc,ss.sss,dddd.ddd*zz Notes: Field Format NMEA Identifier Instrument address Serial number bbbbb Absolute Pressure (dBar) p.ppp Depth d.ddd Depth type (d | M | f) Temperature (°C) t.ttt Sound Velocity (ms-1) cccc.ccc...

  • Page 25: Data String #1

    0009.829 1504131 $PSGDS,ADSVP,0009.829,1504.131,21.964,1130.85*14 6.5 Modbus RTU Modbus RTU as implemented in the uvSVX is an industry standard interface protocol that will run over RS232 or RS485. The Baud rate is variable 4800 to 19200 with 8N1 or 8E1 framing. This conforms to the minimum requirements of the MODBUS standard of 9600 and 19200 baud with 8E1 framing.

  • Page 26: Electrical

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 7 Electrical Power GND and Signal GND are isolated. 7.1 Power uvSVX 9 – 28V DC input (isolated) Draws approximately 30mA at 12V DC 7.2 Power uvSVXe 9 – 28V DC input (isolated) Draws approximately 130mA at 12V DC 7.3 Wiring Information...

  • Page 27: Software

    Valeport's SetUP App can also be used. 8.1 Setup Using DataLog X2 DataLog X2 can be used to setup a uvSVX or uvSVXe. The following example uses a uvSVX but once interfaced operation with a uvSVXe is identical. The software can be downloaded from the Valeport Website Here 8.1.1 Interface to the uvSVX...

  • Page 28: Configure The Uvsvxminiips 2

    You will be presented with the following dialogue. The Comms settings will be filled in automatically from the Connect settings already configured (TCP/IP in the example below): choose uvSVX from the Instrument Type drop down menu Click Page | 25...
  • Page 29 You will be presented with the following dialogue. Leave all the settings as standard unless told to change them by Valeport. Click and wait for the system to read all the current configuration setting. The results will be displayed as follows: Click © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 26...
  • Page 30 Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 The next dialogue is where you will configure: • the units of the output data string • whether Tare is applied or not • measure the current pressure value and set it as the Tare value or manually program a Tare value •...
  • Page 31 By taking the Tare value at the surface you will remove atmospheric pressure and all measurements will be relative to that sea level. If you take it a point in the water column, all measurements will be relative to that point. Click © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 28...
  • Page 32 • Set the dataset size - number of samples that will be averaged before a data string is output • the uvSVX will collect that number of samples, average the result and output the data string • in the above example the data string will be the average of 8 samples and output at 2Hz •...
  • Page 33 If you have ticked the Save configuration option you will be prompted for a file name. The instrument is interrupted so either you must wait the watchdog period before the uvSVX will start automatically or press the Run button on the Instrument ribbon.

  • Page 34: Setup Using The Setup App

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 8.2 Setup Using the SetUp App 8.2.1 Interface to the uvSVX Connect the uvSVX to a suitable comm port and power. Use the drop-down lists to select your port, baud rate and Instrument SetUp file as required. Click the button.

  • Page 35: Configure The Instrument

    The Information Tab will open. It contains read only fields that will display relevant information on the interfaced instrument Press the button to interrogate the instrument to upload all the current settings © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 32...
  • Page 36 Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 Click on the other Tabs to see relevant information and fine tune your set up, for example Communication: Hover over the label with your mouse to see the pop up information window on a particular field: Page | 33 ©...
  • Page 37 Hover over the field you have just updated to see what the current setting is and what is set in the instrument (Device): Select the Ouput Setup, output string, units, DASH calculations, messages © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 34...
  • Page 38 Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 Once you have made all your changes press to upload the new configuration into the instrument To set the instrument into a Run Mode select the RUN tab and click on the button If you would like to save the configuration for future use click on the File menu (top left) and save the Profile, file.

  • Page 39: Care & Maintenance

    Do not attempt to remove the acetal Lock Screw Cap from the Pressure Module. If debris is caught under the cover attempt to remove it under slowly flowing water, use no tools. If this fails contact Valeport for further advice. If the sensor diaphragm is damaged in any way it will have to be replaced.

  • Page 40: Calibration

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 9.1 Calibration The uvSVX may be returned to Valeport or one of its approved laboratories for recalibration: Temperature Pressure Sound Velocity Code Description #022 Sets the SV Calibration coefficients this function is password protected #023 Read the SV Calibration coefficients...

  • Page 41: Ordering And Part Numbers

    Ordering and Part Numbers 10 Ordering and Part Numbers Part No. Description 0650030-XX uvSVX - RS232, RS485, Modbus Fitted with: 25mm Carbon composite time of flight SV sensor 0.01% accuracy Interchangeable piezo-resistive pressure sensor - Titanium diaphragm PRT Temperature Sensor Supplied with:...

  • Page 42: Eu Declaration Of Conformity - Ce Marking

    Any changes or modifications to the product or accessories supplied, that are not authorised by Valeport Ltd, could void the CE compliance of the product and negate your authority to operate it. This product has demonstrated CE compliance under conditions that include the use of shielded cables.

  • Page 43: Uvsvx

    EU Declaration of Conformity - CE Marking 11.1 uvSVX © 2020 – Valeport Ltd Page | 40...

  • Page 44: Interchangeable Pressure Module

    Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-10 11.2 Interchangeable Pressure Module Page | 41 © 2020 – Valeport Ltd...

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