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- Page 1 INSTRUMENT GUIDE rbr-global.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Calibrating the instrument ................19 Pressure sensor maintenance ................20 Removing the antifouling mesh assembly.............20 Filling the syringe and de-gassing the buffer oil..........21 Cleaning the buffer tube .................22 Refilling buffer oil....................23 External pressure adaptor ................. 26 Repairs ........................ 27 Revision history....................27 RBR#0008818revB... -
Page 3: Rbrquartz³ Q
USB-C or Wi-Fi download for large data files. The RBRquartz features: • High accuracy • Internal USB-C connector • Large memory • Quartz stability For a detailed description of wave and tide measurements, see Ruskin User Guide: Standard Loggers RBRquartz RBR#0008818revB... -
Page 4: Specifications
±0.002°C/year Time constant <30s (embedded) *A wider temperature range is available upon request. Contact RBR for more information. Pressure sensor Specification ... - Page 5 Data output from the Data output from the instrument (Tx) instrument (Tx-) VUSB +5V Data input into the Data input into the instrument (Rx) instrument (Rx+) Data input into the instrument (Rx-) Data output from the instrument (Tx+) RBR#0008818revB ...
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Page 6: Hardware
Plug the mini-display port connector into the instrument as shown. Twist the end-cap counterclockwise two full Open instrument with a connectorised end-cap rotations to unwind the umbilical cable. Place the end-cap back on the instrument. Twist the end-cap clockwise until aligned with PAUSE. RBR#0008818revB... -
Page 7: Rbrquartz³ Q Interface
Connect the computer to the instrument through the USB-C port. Start the Ruskin application. Mini-display port The mini-display port is located next to the USB-C port. This is the port to use for the umbilical cable from the connectorised end-cap. Left: mini-display port, right: USB-C port RBR#0008818revB... - Page 8 End-cap types RBR standard loggers are compatible with three different end-caps. These end-caps are interchangeable between instruments. Connectorised end-cap Right-angle connectorised end-cap Standard end-cap . MCBH connectors Only connectorised battery end-caps have the external MCBH-6-MP connector. Depending on your needs, they may be wired to support the USB, RS-232, or RS-485 communication (selected at the time of order).
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Page 9: Orientation And Datum Location
3.3 Orientation and datum location The datum of the RBRquartz³ Q is located at the centre of the pressure sensor diaphragm. RBR performs an offset adjustment with the sensor facing downwards, as shown in the first image. It is recommended to deploy the instrument vertically to match the way it was calibrated. It is acceptable to deploy horizontally if necessary. -
Page 10: Twist Activation
3.4 Twist activation Twist activation allows you to start or pause the instrument without the need to connect to a computer. All RBR Generation standard loggers are equipped with twist activation as a standard feature. See Ruskin User Guide: Standard Loggers When you select "Twist activation"... -
Page 11: Cables
3.5 Cables The RBR support kit includes only the USB-C desktop cable. This cable is used to download data from the instrument's internal port to a computer. Patch cables and underwater extension cables are sold separately and not included in the support kit. - Page 12 Part No. Length (m) 0005075 0004651 0004652 0005146 0004653 0005228 0004654 0005229 0004655 0005230 0004656 (RS-485FD) MCIL-6FS to MCIL-6MP Extension cable with full-duplex RS-485 and power wiring. Part No. Length (m) 0005299 0005300 0005301 0005302 0005303 0005304 0004235 0005305 RBR#0008818revB...
- Page 13 Interconnect cable with female locking sleeves. Suitable for RS-232/power or other applications. Part No. Length (m) 0000295 0002611 0002209 0002265 0002210 0003163 0003627 0003164 The RS-232 cable lengths are limited to 50m at a 19,200 baud. We recommend using RS-485 for long-distance. RBR#0008818revB...
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Page 14: General Maintenance
4 General maintenance 4.1 Support kit RBR support kit RBR provides one support kit per every three instruments ordered. If you need more units, contact RBR. The RBR support kit contains an assortment of basic accessories and spare parts, as presented below. . -
Page 15: Replacing The O-Ring
Care for the O-ring is the single most important item of maintenance on any submersible RBR instrument. A water leak can damage the circuit board beyond repair and cause complete data loss. Every instrument's seal depends upon its O- ring, not the end-cap tightness. -
Page 16: Replacing Batteries
Opening and closing the instrument for details on accessing the batteries. RBR ships new instruments with lithium thionyl chloride batteries included. Replace the batteries before each deployment to maximise the operational time and prevent data loss. Ruskin software allows users to estimate the remaining battery life during deployment (assuming fresh batteries) by tracking power consumption in mAh. See Ruskin User Guide: Standard Loggers... -
Page 17: Replacing Desiccant Capsules
Fresh desiccant will keep the instrument compartment dry and prevent malfunction. Water damage may occur if condensation forms inside the instrument. As a preventative measure, RBR recommends servicing the instrument in a cool, dry place (when possible). Replacing desiccant capsules Remove the battery end-cap. -
Page 18: Cables And Connectors
4.5 Cables and connectors Cable bend radius The smallest bend radius for RBR supplied cables is 15cm. Lubricating the connectors Lubrication improves watertight sealing, prevents corrosion, and reduces the force required to de-mate the connector. Use the silicon compound provided with your instrument. -
Page 19: Cleaning The Instrument
RBR recommends calibrating your instrument before any critical deployment, periodically once a year, or if you suspect the readings to be out of specifications. Discuss your calibration needs with RBR. In some cases, you will be recommended to return the instrument to RBR to have it checked and re-calibrated. -
Page 20: Pressure Sensor Maintenance
Item No. Description Part image Assembled Buffer tube antifouling mesh interface assembly Lower mesh insulator disk Nickel-copper mesh Upper mesh insulator disk Retaining ring Replacement parts are available in the support kit. RBR#0008818revB ... -
Page 21: Filling The Syringe And De-Gassing The Buffer Oil
Leave the syringe in the reverse position for about an hour. Remove the kickstand. Invert the syringe so that the tip is facing up. Remove the stopper. Purge any air from the syringe RBR#0008818revB... -
Page 22: Cleaning The Buffer Tube
Insert the needle into the buffer tube assembly, all the way Depress the plunger and flush the buffer tube assembly With the syringe still in the pressure port, stand the instrument with the port up While depressing the plunger, remove the syringe Refill the buffer tube assembly RBR#0008818revB... -
Page 23: Refilling Buffer Oil
Remove the four set screws around the pressure port using the 3mm hex key Prepare the refill adaptor Apply a thin film of silicone grease to the O-ring of the refill adaptor Install the O-ring into the refill adaptor as shown in the image RBR#0008818revB... - Page 24 Mate the refill adaptor to the pressure port Install the four cap screws with the 5mm hex key Do not apply pressure to the plunger when the syringe is installed on the pressure port! Doing so may exceed the pressure rating of the sensor. RBR#0008818revB...
- Page 25 Open the split on the retaining ring and ease its middle into the sensor end-cap recession Hold the retaining ring in place with one finger and feed the the rest of the ring into the sensor end-cap recession RBR#0008818revB...
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Page 26: External Pressure Adaptor
The external pressure adaptor is designed for the RBRquartz³ instruments and can be used to verify or recalibrate the Paroscientific Digiquartz® pressure sensor. RBR provides the RBRquartz³ pressure adaptor kit with each instrument. It is not included in the RBR support kit and needs to be ordered separately. You can choose to receive this separate kit at the same time as the instrument, or to request it separately at a later date. ... -
Page 27: Repairs
Please have the model and the serial number of the unit ready. Our support team will work to resolve the issue remotely. In some cases, you may have to return your instrument to RBR for further servicing. ...
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