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b) Upgrade progress Status
i). The FlowTracker2 desktop software gives
progress status in percentage of the upgrade.
11.1.2
Upgrading ADV Firmware
The ADV firmware upgrade is performed separately from the FlowTracker2 handheld
software upgrade. The user is required to either request system information or initiate
data collection from the ADV to activate the firmware upgrade process.
Requesting the Probe System Information under
the handheld is the most efficient way of activating the ADV to initiate the ADV firmware
upgrade process.
11.2. Mounting and Installation
The FlowTracker2 is commonly mounted on a top-setting wading rod. The probe and
handheld mounting have been designed with wading rod use in mind, but the design is
flexible enough to allow a variety of mounting arrangements. Top-setting wading rods
are available from SonTek.
11.2.1
FlowTracker2 Handheld
The handheld should be secured during operation and it is recommended that the
handheld is mounted to the wading rod during measurements. If the FlowTracker2 is not
in use, the handheld should be stored in the carry case supplied.
The protective yellow jacket that is supplied with the FlowTracker2 handheld should
stay on during operation. The jacket supply protection to the handheld casing, battery
cap, USB port and LCD screen.
11.2.2
Handheld Mounting Bracket
Top Setting Rod mounting bracket to connect the
handheld to the top of top setting wading rod.
a) A mounting bracket compatible with the
mounting pin on a top-setting wading rod is
available from SonTek.
b) The handheld includes one threaded insert on
the back, which secures the SonTek-supplied
mounting brackets.
c) The handheld mounting simplifies the
measurement process and allow the user to
focus on the measurement and orientation of
the probe.
FlowTracker2 User's Manual (January 2019)
System Information (Main
Figure 11:5 - Top Setting Rod
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