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DSTS-5A User's Manual
. PACKING LIST
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2. OVERVIEW
3. CONNECTING THE DSTS-5A TO A COMPUTER
4. CONNECTING A DEPTH SOUNDER TO THE DSTS-5A
5. OPERATING THE DSTS-5A
6. CALIBRATING THE DSTS-5A
7. SOFTWARE UPDATES
8. INSTALLING A CUSTOM LOAD
9. DSTS-5A SPECIFICATIONS
10. WARRANTY INFORMATION
DSTS-5A Manual
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Rev 140930-300
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- Page 1 DSTS-5A User's Manual . PACKING LIST 2. OVERVIEW 3. CONNECTING THE DSTS-5A TO A COMPUTER 4. CONNECTING A DEPTH SOUNDER TO THE DSTS-5A 5. OPERATING THE DSTS-5A 6. CALIBRATING THE DSTS-5A 7. SOFTWARE UPDATES 8. INSTALLING A CUSTOM LOAD 9. DSTS-5A SPECIFICATIONS 10.
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Page 2: Packing List
1.1.3 A user's manual. 2 OVERVIEW 2.1 The DSTS-5A is a computer controlled depth sounder test set with fish echo emulation. All functions such as reply level, depth, and width for the fish and bottom echoes are controlled by data sent through the RS-232 port. The included program “DSTS-5A Vx.xx.exe”... - Page 3 The results are updated each time the DSTS-5A receives a pulse or once a second if no pulse has been received. If the depth sounder is disconnected, the input pulse characteristics will still display and will not change until a new pulse is received.
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Page 4: Setting The Width
5.4.1.1 Note: Always use the auto-frequency mode when using a dual-frequency sounder. 5.4.2 To put the DSTS-5A in the pulse width tracking mode, click the “Auto” button to restore the check mark. The DSTS-5A will generate reply pulses that are 1.6 times wider than the input pulse width. - Page 5 5.5.1.1 There are two modes of operation for the DSTS-5A, the -4A mode and the -5A mode. 5.5.1.1.1 The -5A mode is used with the supplied Window's program and can also be controlled from any terminal program by sending the commands detailed in the “Command List for -5A Mode”.
- Page 6 5.6.2.1.3.3 To stop the chirp echo mode and return to normal operation, type an uppercase 'H'. To re-start the chirp type 'h' and the previously entered chirp settings will be used. These settings are not retained when the power is turned off. DSTS-5A Manual Page 6 Rev 140930-300...
- Page 7 5.6.2.2 DSTS-5A COMMAND LIST Command List for -5A Mode LETTER FUNCTION Sets width Auto Track mode on. Turns off when a width is sent to the DSTS. Sets frequency Auto Track mode on. Turns off when a frequency sent to the DSTS.
- Page 8 Wxxxxx Sets the fish echo width in microseconds. Enters the remote mode of control. Exits the remote mode and return DSTS to normal operation. Sends a simple menu of all commands to the terminal. DSTS-5A Manual Page 8 Rev 140930-300...
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Page 9: Voltmeter Calibration
(>=100,000 ohm) probe is available, the readings will be correct and a level of 1 The EDI DSTS Calibrator produces a 400 volt p-p pulse burst with a frequency of 204.8 KHz, length of 325 uSec, and a period of 80 mSec. Droop is less than 10 percent. -
Page 10: Software Updates
7.1.3 If the update is running successfully you will see the following screen: 7.1.4 After the update, the above screen will close and the DSTS-5A will begin operating with the new software. It is not necessary to reset the DSTS-5A after an update. - Page 11 J5, to the position closest to the front panel. 8.3 Re-assemble the DSTS-5A making sure the two lock washers are in place on the IN/OUT connector. If necessary bend the ground contact slightly so it contacts the front panel when the unit is assembled.
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Page 12: Warranty Information
9 DSTS-5A SPECIFICATIONS Parameter Range Resolution Accuracy Input frequency 2.0 to 1200 KHz 10 Hz ±.02% ±20 Hz Input width to 20,000 μs 0.1 μs ±.02% ±2 cycles Input period 10 to 9999 ms 1 ms ±.02% ±1 ms Input voltage...
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