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fastCTD Profiler
Operating Manual
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- Page 1 April 2020 Date: This 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
............................ 20 6.4. Deployment Frame ............................ 21 7. Memory ........................22 8. Electrical ........................23 8.1. Changing Batteries ............................ 24 8.2. SubConn Connector Care ............................ 25 8.3. Wiring Information ............................ 26 9. Software ........................28 © 2020 Valeport Ltd Page 2... - Page 3 Table of Contents 10. Ordering Information ........................29 11. EU Declaration of Conformity - CE Marking ........................30 11.1. CE Marking - Standard Equipment ............................ 31 11.2. CE Marking - Bluetooth Equipment ............................ 32 Page 3 © 2020 Valeport Ltd...
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Page 4: Introduction
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 1. Introduction An evolution of the miniCTD, the fastCTD Profiler has been designed to deliver the highest quality CTD casts at fast drop rates as well as conventional casts. A conductivity cell designed for optimum flow-through, a fast response thermistor temperature sensor and a 0.01% pressure sensor synchronously sampling at up to 32Hz deliver the highest quality profiles in a lightweight and robust package. -
Page 5: Sensors
10, 50, 100, 200 Bar (Titanium Bluetooth equipped unit) 10, 50, 100, 300 or 600 Bar (Titanium housed systems only) Resolution: 0.001% range Accuracy: ±0.01% range 31.25 milliseconds Response Time: (depends on sampling scenario) Page 5 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 6: Optical Sensors
LED used is in excess of the Exempt Group and that the viewer-related risk is dependent upon how the user installs and operates the equipment. · the exposure hazard value (EHV) for a Valeport Fluorometer in terms of distance is 320mm Never look directly into the aperture of the Fluorometer © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 7: Chlorophyll A
Detection limit: Linearity: 0.99 R2 Response Time: 0.03 to 2 sec Output Rate: 0.5 Hz to 32 Hz (free running) - software controlled * 3x SD in RO water ** Calibrated against Fluorescein solution Page 7 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 8: Rhodamine
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 2.4.4. Rhodamine Performance Excitation: 520 nm Detection: 650 nm Dynamic Range: 0-1000 ppb 2 gain settings, 0-50, 0-1000 software controlled Instrument <0.01 ppb* Detection limit: Actual 0.06 ppb** Detection limit: Linearity: 0.99 R2 Response Time: 0.03 to 2 s Output Rate: 0.5 Hz to 32 Hz (free running) - software controlled... -
Page 9: Linear Observation Range
To perform a quick linearity check, dilute the sample 1:1 with RO water. If the reading decreases by 50%, the sample is in the linear range. If the reading decreases by less than 50% or even increases, the sample is above the linear range. Page 9 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 10: Field Testing Of The Fluorometer
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 2.4.5.1. Quenching Quenching refers to the reduction in fluorescence of a fluorophore. Several processes can result in quenching: 1. Chloride is known to quench quinine sulphate and Fluorescein. It is, therefore, advisable to prepare any fluorophore solutions with RO* or DI** water. -
Page 11: Data Acquisition
(e.g. 2 metres below the surface). Completely programmable, the device can be set to record down cast data only, for example, when the probe stops descending and rises by a defined amount logging is stopped. Page 11 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 12: Physical Characteristics
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 4. Physical Characteristics Materials: Acetal or Titanium housing (as specified) Polyurethane and ceramic sensor components Stainless steel (316) deployment cage Depth Rating: 500m (Acetal) 6000m (Titanium) NB: Maximum deployment depth may be limited by pressure transducer range Instrument Size: Main Housing 48mmØ... -
Page 13: Dimensions
Physical Characteristics 4.1. Dimensions Page 13 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 14: Communications
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 5. Communications The instrument is designed to operate autonomously, with setup and data extraction performed over Bluetooth connection with a PC before and after deployment. Multiple profiles can be taken by switching the instrument on/off with the magnetic switch key. Bluetooth auto-pairing and discovery make connecting to the instrument simple and robust.. -
Page 15: Recorded File Format
Communications 5.1.1. Recorded File Format Now: 21/01/2020 15:15:11 Battery Level: 1.4V serial_number: 45716.000000 site_info: Valeport Test Site version: 0660713A0 Jan 13 2015 12:15 cal_date: 00/00/2000 address_485: 1 pcb_serial_number: 0 operational sequence: 13;14;3;1;2 trigger_interval: 0.031250 averaging time constant: 1.000000 trigger_count: 32 temperature_sensor_type: 21 temperature_adc_res_cal: -1.941120e+13;8.349707e+06;1.632860e+02;-9.741146e-06... -
Page 16: Command Codes
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 5.2. Command Codes The fastCTD is designed to be used with Valeport’s DataLog X2 software. However, the instrument will respond to a series of text commands that are detailed here. Note that this list is not comprehensive, but will allow the standard functions of the instrument to be accessed. - Page 17 Sets the Pressure Tare to ‘nn’, a user specified value (entered in the chosen units as set with command #018) e.g: #009;10.3 sets Pressure Tare to 10.3 dBar metres or feet. #010 Instrument responds with current Tare value Page 17 © 2020 Valeport Ltd...
- Page 18 0660881c - fastCTD Profiler Command Notes Site information #037;info Each data file may contain up to 58 characters of information about the deployment. Each file will use the same information until it is updated. #038 Instrument responds with current site information #016;lat...
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Page 19: Operation
Bluetooth receiver. The logger and receiver are paired in the factory and will automatically connect whenever active and in range. The receiver is supplied with a stubby aerial, but can also be supplied with a weatherproof magnetic mount antenna for outside mounting Page 19 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 20: Cabled Operation
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler The receiver will install as a USB serial port adaptor and should install automatically on most windows PC’s. If the receiver will not automatically install, drivers can be downloaded from: Once installed, the device will scan for the paired logger, with the LED cycling from green to purple. -
Page 21: Deployment Frame
Align as described and tighten with an Allen key. Page 21 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 22: Memory
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 7. Memory The fastCTD is fitted with a solid state non-volatile Flash memory, capable of storing over 10 million lines of data (equivalent to 10,000 profiles to 500m at 1m profile resolution). © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 23: Electrical
Electrical 8. Electrical The following power modes are available in the fastCTD Profiler: Internal: 1x D cell, 1.5v alkaline or 3.6v lithium External: 9 - 28V DC Power: <250mW Battery Life: at 32Hz, without approx 55 hours continuous operation an Optical Sensor... -
Page 24: Changing Batteries
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 8.1. Changing Batteries Changing batteries in the fastCTD (F) is simple process, which may be completed in under a minute. All data is saved in non-volatile Flash memory, so data is secure during the battery change process. -
Page 25: Subconn Connector Care
- To confirm that grease has been sufficiently applied, de-mate and check for grease on every male pin. Then re-mate the connector - When disconnecting, pull straight, not at an angle Page 25 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 26: Wiring Information
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 8.3. Wiring Information Wiring colours are correct at the time the manual was printed. However, it is advised that continuity checks are performed prior to all terminations. Instrument Connector SubConn Function MCBH10F Power Ground Power +V... - Page 27 RS422 TXA (N.C.) RS422 TXB (N.C.) RS422 RXA (N.C.) RS422 RXB (N.C.) RS232 Tx (To PC) RS232 Rx (From PC) 5 (link to 1,6,8,9, RS232 Ground Shell) Internal Battery Enable Link to RS232 Ground Page 27 © 2020 Valeport Ltd...
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Page 28: Software
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 9. Software The fastCTD Profiler is supplied with DataLog x2 Windows based PC software, for instrument setup, data extraction and display, please see separate manual. DataLog x2 is licence free. © 2020 Valeport Ltd Page 28... -
Page 29: Ordering Information
Ordering Information 10. Ordering Information Part No. Acetal Housing 0660035 T1-XX fastCTD Profiler - 500m rated with connector 0660035 T1-Ff-XX ... as above with xx Fluorometer 0660035 T1-BT-XX fastCTD Profiler - 500m rated with Bluetooth 0660035 T1-Ff-BT-XX ... as above with xx Fluorometer... -
Page 30: Eu Declaration Of Conformity - Ce Marking
Please note: 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 31: Ce Marking - Standard Equipment
EU Declaration of Conformity - CE Marking 11.1. CE Marking - Standard Equipment Page 31 © 2020 Valeport Ltd... -
Page 32: Ce Marking - Bluetooth Equipment
0660881c - fastCTD Profiler 11.2. CE Marking - Bluetooth Equipment © 2020 Valeport Ltd Page 32...
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