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- Page 1 Minos SVP User Manual Version 1.2 06 August 2009...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Table of Contents Table of Contents.................... 1 General Description of the Instrument ............2 Which Manual Do I Start With?..............2 Shipping & Receiving..................3 Receiving an Instrument................3 Returning an Instrument to the Factory............3 Using the Instrument.................. -
Page 3: General Description Of The Instrument
Which Manual Do I Start With? AML Oceanographic’s instruments may be shipped with as many as four manuals: • An instrument manual (ie. Minos SVP) which provides an overview on how to use and maintain the instrument; • A software manual (ie. SeaCast) which provides instructions on how to use the software to configure the instrument and review instrument data;... -
Page 4: Shipping & Receiving
Returning an Instrument to the Factory • If shipping for repair or recalibration obtain an RMA number from the service centre. Please refer to the section Contacting AML Oceanographic for contact details. • Perform all the steps listed above for Receiving... -
Page 5: Using The Instrument
Initialize the memory using ‘INIT’ command Configuring Sampling Parameters using SeaCast AML Oceanographic’s SeaCast application software greatly simplifies the process of setting up an instrument to complete a profile. Full details on the instrument configuration process can be found in the SeaCast manual. Below... -
Page 6: Configuring The Selected Instrument
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Device Manager or Hardware Manager found in the control panel in the Windows operating system. The ‘Refresh’ selection at the bottom of the list allows the user to force a new detection of available ports. -
Page 7: Instrument Time, Memory & Log File Settings
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Sampling Method Selection Tab SeaCast will allow the user to use only one sampling method at a time. Thus, if 5 samples per second is chosen, as shown above, the depth and sound velocity increments are zeroed. This prevents conflicting sampling requirements from being programmed into the instrument. -
Page 8: Logging A Profile
The longer the cable the higher the voltage drop on the cable. The voltage drop on a standard AML cable, with a standard Minos SVP, is about 1 volt per 100m of cable while sampling and 0 volts per 100m when in low power mode. -
Page 9: Post-Deployment Procedures
Send the instrument down to the desired depth and return it to the surface. • Note that with the Minos SVP in the typical vertical orientation, the downcast is usually • more accurate than the upcast data since the downcast measurements are not contaminated by the thermal shedding from the pressure case. -
Page 10: Maintaining The Instrument
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Maintaining the Instrument Battery Care Incorrect care can reduce the life of the batteries. Below are some guidelines to prevent damage to the batteries. • Do not leave the data cable installed as the data cable has an internal short which activates a line in the instrument to enable communication. -
Page 11: Changing The Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Changing the Lithium-Ion Battery Pack It is sometimes more efficient to swap a depleted battery pack with a charged battery. A spare battery and charge connector can be ordered with the product code CSE-0013. - Page 12 User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP • Dry the instrument. • Open the battery compartment on the instrument. o Remove the four ¼x20 set screws in the instrument using a 1/8 inch hex driver. o Grasp the shackle bar and slowly wiggle the end cap out of the instrument until it reaches the soft stop.
- Page 13 User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP o Connect the new battery connector. Ensure the correct polarity! The latch on the connector will engage. o Place the battery pack into the holder and secure the Velcro strap. Tuck the battery connector into the endcap.
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Page 14: Periodic Maintenance
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Periodic Maintenance Periodic maintenance will prolong the life of the instrument. The following is recommended: • If the instrument is very dirty or oily use warm soapy water and allow the instrument to soak before cleaning with a rag or soft brush. -
Page 15: Communications
• Baud rate of 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19,200 or 38,400 baud After power up, the Minos SVP will wait for an ASCII carriage return. The instrument will automatically detect whether communications are RS-232 or RS-485 as well as the baud rate. -
Page 16: Default Example Outputs
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Default example outputs Power-up header Minos SVP Version 4.01 SN:3497 AML Oceanographic 968.5 MBytes installed > Scan output 04/30/08 12:38:32.34 1475.247 0000.92 17.706 008.00 0998.768 00.096 > Monitor output 04/30/08 12:39:26.98 1475.293 0001.12 17.709... - Page 17 User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP CalDate1=11/14/07 CalBy1=MD CalRange1=500 dbar CalAccuracy1=0.043 pfs SensorSN2=125238 CalDate2=10/26/07 CalBy2=JR CalRange2=-2 to 32C CalAccuracy2=0.0006C > Directory output test .raw 503 04/25/08 16:45:29.00 .TXT 2199239 04/26/08 15:23:47.00 log1 .raw 1950 04/30/08 12:41:46.00 957 MBytes free...
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Page 18: Customer Support
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Customer Support Troubleshooting Instrument fails to communicate: • Check the cables o Is the data power cable connected to the instrument and computer? o If using a cable other than an AML cable, it should be configured as a null modem... - Page 19 User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP • Are the batteries dead (LED light does not illuminate when shorting plug is installed)? • Were the sound velocity increment, pressure increment and/or sample rate settings set to values preventing logging? • Was the log file name set correctly? •...
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Page 20: Aml Oceanographic Contact Info
Website: http://www.AMLoceanographic.com Customer Portal: The Customer Portal allows AML Oceanographic customers to download calibration certificates and other related instrument documentation, view instrument details and diagnostic reports. It also allows AML Oceanographic customers to gather technical documentation, troubleshooting guides etc. RMA requests or technical support queries may also be submitted through the portal For access to the Customer Portal, please click on the Client Service &... -
Page 21: Appendices
When using SeaCast, the command set is not usually necessary. However, text commands are available. Below is a listing of commonly used commands. Not all commands are available in all configurations of Minos SVP instruments. For example, some commands may only be available on instruments enabled with Xchange™. - Page 22 User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Sets for auto-detection of RS-232 or RS-485 comms. Note that if instrument SET FORCE AUTO is not connected to a com port on power up, it assumes RS-485 operation & will remain in that mode until powered down.
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Page 23: Technical Specifications
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Technical Specifications Sensors Time of Flight Sound Velocity Sensors Status Type Range Accuracy Precision Resolution Response Time Standard Composite 1400 to 1600 m/s ±0.05 m/s ±0.03 m/s 0.01 m/s 47 µ s Optional SV•Xchange™... - Page 24 User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Electrical Mother Board Flash, non volatile data memory ( Minimum 1 GB) Sensor Board 2 dedicated slots o Sound Velocity o Pressure and Temperature 1 expansion slot, for up to 2 analog or 1 digital parameter o ie.
- Page 25 User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Connectors Connectors Type Status Pins Material Manufactu Bulkhead Standard Micro 8 Female SS316 Subconn Sampling Capabilities • Frequency Time: selectable sample rates from 25 per second to 1 per 24 hours Pressure: specific pressure increments in 0.01 dbar steps Sound Velocity: specific sound velocity increments in 0.1 m/s steps...
- Page 26 Format Warranty AML Oceanographic warrants the instrument for a period of one year from the date of delivery. AML Oceanographic will repair or replace, at its option and at no charge, components which prove to be defective. The warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the instruments. The warranty does not apply if the instrument has been damaged, by accident or misuse, and is void if repairs or modifications are made by other than authorized personnel.
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Page 27: Wiring Diagram
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Wiring Diagram... -
Page 28: Mechanical Drawing
User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP Mechanical Drawing... - Page 29 User Manual for AML Oceanographic Minos SVP...
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