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1. Arm Arm enable auto fire to close bottles Equivalent to ARM on Toolbar Disarm Disarm disable auto fire Data Upload Commands Notes e Use Upload on the Toolbar or These commands upload data from the Searam s memory Pull out the the Upload menu to upload data that will be processed by SBE Data Processing Manually entering a data upload command does not produce data with the required header information for processing by our software These commands are included for reference for users who are writing their own software To save data to a file click Capture on the Toolbar before entering a data upload command e he first cast is cast O e See Data Output Formats after these Command Descriptions DD x1 x2 Display raw data in hex from scan x1 through x2 Searam s switch plunger to stop logging before uploading data DC x Display raw data in hex from cast x If x omitted data from cast 0 displays Example Upload data for cast 2 user input in bold S gt DC 2 x indicates valid cast number aaaaaabbbbbbccccccccdddddd cast 2 scan 0 data aaaaaabbbbbbccccccccdddddd cast 2 scan 1 data aaaaaabbbbbbccccccccdddddd cast 2 scan x data x is total number of scans of data stored in cast 2 If x1 and x2 omitted data displays from every scan Example Upload data for scans 2 through 3 user input in bold S DD 2 3 aaaaaabbbbbbccccccccdddddd scan 2 data aaaaaabbbbbbccccccccdddddd scan 3 data
2. 56 Manual revision 013 Section 5 Routine Maintenance SBE 17plus V2 4 Reinstall the battery pack in the housing CAUTION Do not use Parker O Lube which is petroleum based use only Super O Lube l Screw typical 3 A Align the battery pack with the housing The posts inside the housing are not placed symmetrically so the battery pack fits into the housing only one way Looking at the battery bottom cover note that one circular cutout is closer to the edge than the others corresponding to the post that is closest to the housing B Reinstall the three Phillips head screws and washers while pushing hard on the top of the battery pack to depress the spring contacts at the bottom of the compartment The screws must be fully tightened or the battery power to the circuitry will be intermittent Reinstall the battery end cap A Remove any water from the O rings and mating surfaces with a lint free cloth or tissue Inspect the O rings and mating surfaces for dirt nicks and cuts Clean or replace as necessary Apply a light coat of O ring lubricant Parker Super O Lube to O ring and mating surfaces B Carefully fit the end cap into the housing and rethread the end cap into place Use a wrench on the white plastic bar to ensure the end cap is tightly secured Verify that the switch plunger on the top end cap is pulled out so the Searam will be in quiescent sleep state Replacing Alkaline Batteries
3. 256 11 16 5 181 V a 5 1 1105 4095 3 651 volts V b 7 5 1 181 4095 4 779 volts Format Type 5 Converted temperature conductivity or pressure frequency if Ave gt 8 ASCII hex data uploaded 6 characters c1 c2 c3 c4 c5 c6 SBE Data Processing performs the following calculations e Convert ASCII hex data to decimal d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 e Calculate frequency d1 4096 d2 256 d3 16 d4 d5 16 d6 256 One byte with the value 0 follows the converted pressure frequency Example of Calculation performed in Data Conversion in SBE Data Processing ASCII hex data 4510B5 dl 4 d2 5 d3 1 d4 0 d5 11 d6 5 frequency 4 4096 5 256 1 16 0 11 16 5 256 17680 707 Hz 37 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Frequency Limitations Imposed by Averaging To prevent internal overflow when Searam is averaging frequency data limits are placed on maximum sensor frequency Note that the Searam operates at 24 Hz 24 SBE 9plus scans per second Note Ave number of scans to average Format Type I Unconverted temperature and conductivity frequency if Ave lt 8 Maximum output frequency 4095 of 9plus scans per second Ave Frequencies up to 14 040 Hz can be accommodated with Ave 7 and higher frequencies can be accommodated with smaller values of Ave Sea Bird temperature and conductivity sensors h
4. Bird s strong recommendation as described above is to always convert the raw data file and then edit the converted file Sometimes users want to edit the raw hex data file before beginning processing to remove data at the beginning of the file corresponding to instrument soak time to remove blocks of bad data to edit the header or to add explanatory notes about the cast Editing the raw hex file can corrupt the data making it impossible to perform further processing using Sea Bird software Sea Bird strongly recommends that you first convert the data to a cnv file using the Data Conversion module in SBE Data Processing and then use other SBE Data Processing modules to edit the cnv file as desired The procedure for editing a hex data file described below has been found to work correctly on computers running Windows 98 2000 and NT If the editing is not performed using this technique SBE Data Processing may reject the edited data file and give you an error message 1 Make a back up copy of your hex data file before you begin 2 Run WordPad 3 Inthe File menu select Open The Open dialog box appears For Files of type select All Documents Browse to the desired hex data file and click Open 4 Edit the file as desired inserting any new header lines after the System Upload Time line All header lines must begin with an asterisk and END indicates the end of the header An example is shown below with
5. Note DH Display headers from all casts A new header is written each time logging starts or resumes Example Display headers user input in bold S gt DH cast 0 09 09 2013 08 01 15 avg 4 nfs 2 nvs 4 smpls 0 to 3540 stop switch off v 15 23 cast 1 09 09 2013 12 30 33 avg 4 nfs 2 nvs 4 smpls 3541 to 8795 stop switch off v 14 50 cast 2 09 09 2013 15 45 11 avg 4 nfs 2 nvs 4 smpls 8796 to 9801 stop battery low v 13 33 where cast n cast number mm dd yyyy hh mm ss month day hour minute second when cast started avg number of scans averaged by Searam nfs frequency channels suppressed nvs voltage words suppressed x to y first to last sample scan in cast stop reason logging stopped switch off if switch plunger pulled out battery low if voltage dropped below minimum allowed bfrate if voltage drops too rapidly indicating failure of at least 1 battery memory full memory failure unknown v battery voltage when Searam stopped logging 30 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Diagnostic Commands BV BI VR TestEE Flash Initialize Flash Map 3l Display main battery voltage Display main battery current amps Continuously display power main battery voltage and operating current amps Searam switches on power to 9plus and Carousel so operating current is total current drawn by Searam 9plus and Carousel Press Esc key to
6. plug with locking sleeve being used 17047 1 6 pin AG 206 dummy plug For use when 9plus or with locking sleeve Carousel cable not being used 4 pin MCIL 4FS to DB 9S 801421 data I O wet pluggable From Searam to computer cable 20 m 66 ft MCDLS F wet pluggable Locks I O cable or dummy plug 171192 l locking sleeve in place 6 pin MCIL 6FS to 6 pin MCIL 6FS wet pluggable cable 0 3 m 1 1 ft 6 pin MCIL 6FS to 6 pin MCIL 6FS Searam to Carousel wet pluggable cable interface cable 2 m 6 6 ft 4 pin MCDC 4 F 171398 1 wet pluggable dummy plug with locking sleeve 6 pin MCDC 6 F 171498 1 wet pluggable dummy plug with locking sleeve Searam to Carousel interface cable Searam to 9plus interface cable 171741 For use when I O cable not being used For use when 9plus or Carousel cable not being used co Continued on next page 66 Manual revision 013 Appendix IV Replacement Parts SBE 17plus V2 Continued from previous page Part T ee Quantity in Number Application Description SGH Assorted hardware and o rings including 30072 Parker 2 017N674 70 for bulkhead connectors 30080 Parker 2 204N674 70 for switch assembly 30090 Parker 2 153N674 70 battery end cap face seal 30815 Parker 2 233E603 70 for connector end cap 30816 Parker 2 234E603 70 battery end cap radial seal 30145 Machine screw 6 32 x PH SS secure battery endplate Small hardware 30154 Machine screw 8 32 x
7. 288 000 number of scans averaged nr dl 4096 d2 256 d3 16 d4 nz d5 4096 d6 256 d7 16 d8 frequency nz 6 912 000 p nr nrFromPreviousScan Example of Calculation performed in Data Conversion in SBE Data Processing ASCII hex data sample 0 004510B5 ASCII hex data sample 1 OOAB10B4 number of scans to average 3 sample 0 dl 0 d2 0 d3 4 d4 5 d5 1 d6 0 d7 11 d8 5 nr 0 4096 0 256 4 16 5 69 nz 1 4096 0 256 11 16 5 4277 sample 1 dl 0 d2 0 d3 10 d4 11 d5 1 d6 0 d7 11 d8 4 nr 0 4096 0 256 10 16 11 171 nz 1 4096 0 256 11 16 4 4276 frequency sample 1 4276 6 912 000 288 000 3 171 69 34203 962 Hz e High Resolution Pressure Frequency Calculations p 1 152 000 number of scans averaged nr di 4096 d2 256 d3 16 d4 nz d5 4096 d6 256 d7 16 d8 frequency nz 27 648 000 p nr nrFromPreviousScan Example of Calculation performed in Data Conversion in SBE Data Processing ASCII hex data sample 0 034510B5 ASCII hex data sample 1 15ABIOBA number of scans to average 3 sample 0 dl 0 d2 3 d3 4 d4 5 d5 1 d6 0 d7 11 d8 5 nr 0 4096 3 256 4 16 5 837 nz 1 4096 0 256 11 16 5 4277 sample 1 dl 1 d2 5 d3 10 d4 11 d5 1 d6 0 d7 11 d8 4 n
8. amp user manual Manual revision 013 Section 2 Description of Searam SBE 17plus V2 Section 2 Description of Searam System Description Notes When the 9plus CTD is used with the 17plus V2 Searam the system is often referred to as the 917plus It is possible to use the Searam to record 9plus data in memory at the same time as 9plus data is transmitted real time through the 11plus V2 Deck Unit This provides a data back up in case there are data transmission problems over the sea cable See the 9plus manual for wiring and deployment details Notes The term Carousel or SBE 32 Carousel applies to both SBE 32 full size and 32C compact models Winch and cable are not supplied by Sea Bird When used without a Carousel the 9plus is deployed in a vertical orientation e Sensors for the 9plus are not shown A 9plus with the serial data uplink feature cannot be used with the Searam Note Nickel Cadmium battery pack and charger are no longer available This section describes the functions and features of the SBE 17plus V2 Searam including specifications and dimensions The SBE 9plus CTD is used with the SBE 11plus V2 Deck Unit for real time data acquisition or with the SBE 17plus V2 Searam for in situ recording This manual covers the use of the 17plus V2 Searam with the 9plus The SBE 17plus V2 Searam is an in situ battery pack and data recorder for use with the SBE 9plus CTD underwater unit
9. if processing test hex and test1 hex with a Name append of 06 20 00 output files will be test06 20 00 cnv and test106 20 00 cnv Start Process E xit Cancel 48 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 The Data Setup tab in the dialog box looks like this aag Program skips first Data Conversion scans to skip over scans e f Process scans to end of file selected process all remaining scans upcast and downcast scans if Upcast and downcast selected downcast File Setup Data Setup Miscellaneous Header View I Process scans to end of file e Binary smaller file processed faster than ASCII Scans to skip over 0 file by other SBE Data Processing modules vif e ASCII larger file can be viewed with a text editor scans only Translate can translate converted data file from Scans to process downcast selected P binary to ASCII or vice versa e f Process scans to end of file not selected process next scans to process Output format ASCII output Create converted data file only bottle file only for subsequent processing by Bottle Summary or both Convert data from Llpcast and downcast E Frese tet Select Scans marked with bottle confirm bit eae Me PES Create bath data and bottle file M as source of data for creating bottle file Select to replace existing header in input Source of scan range data S cang ma
10. x D coefficient Used to calculate x T1 coefficient pressure from pressure sensor x 12 coefficient frequency data to x T3 coefficient E EE Bon x T4 coefficient O Close DOTTICS y Should arte vuk PADM x x Adm coefficient Calibration Certificate x Adb coefficient shipped with Searam 65 Manual revision 013 Appendix IV Replacement Parts SBE 17plus V2 Appendix IV Replacement Parts Part Application Description 50092 SBE 16 19 Jackscrew Kit For removing connector end cap NiMH battery pack 801642 included with typical 12 cell rechargeable battery pack shipment NiMH battery pack charger Includes NiMH charger 90504 included with typical 17015 AC power cord and shipment 801509 charger cable Fuse 5 x 20 mm 3 0A 20165 250V Fast Blow For NiMH battery pack charger 115 VAC power test Junction box and cables for 90059 junction box external power to Searam 230 VAC power text Junction box and cables for 90046 i junction box external power to Searam 41124B For optional alkaline batteries 4 pin RMG 4FS to DB 9S DEL data UO cable 20 m 66 fo 171888 25 pin DB 25S to For use with computer with 9 pin DB 9P cable adapter DB 25 connector 19045 Rockne sleeve Locks I O cable or dummy plug in place 6 pin AG 206 to 17132 6 pin AG 206 cable Searam to 9plus interface cable l 0 3 m 1 1 ft 6 pin AG 206 to 17198 6 pin AG 206 cable 2 m 6 6 ft 4 pin RMG 4FS dummy For use when I O cable not 17046 1
11. 12 E Editing raw data 52 Electrical connections 10 Electronics description 60 disassembly reassembly 61 End cap 10 53 F Firmware version 20 Frequency limitations 38 Functional description 60 G Glossary 59 H Header options 23 L Logging on off 13 M Maintenance 53 Manual revision history 70 Memory 9 13 N Ni Cad batteries 14 27 56 NiMH batteries 14 27 54 O O ring maintenance 58 P Parity 19 Parker Super O Lube 59 Parts replacement 66 Power 9 14 54 Power and communications test 15 Preparing for deployment 15 Processing data 46 Q Quick start 6 R Raw data editing 52 Real time clock 9 13 Recovery physical handling 42 uploading data 43 Replacement parts 66 Revision history 70 RS 232 interface 9 14 SBE 17plus V 2 Manual revision 013 Index SBE 17plus V2 S T SBE 32 Testing 15 testing 39 SBE Data Processing 9 15 45 46 U Seasoft 9 15 16 45 Unpacking Searam 7 SeatermAF Upload options 23 main screen 16 Uploading data 43 toolbar buttons 17 SeatermAF V2 9 15 16 39 40 43 V communication defaults 19 Serial port 19 Versions 70 Software 9 W Software installation 15 o Specifications 9 Wiring 11 Super O Lube 59 Switch plunger 13 System description 8 E
12. AG Connector Install the I O cable connector aligning the raised bump on the side of the connector with the large pin pin 1 ground on the Searam OR MCBH Connector Install the I O cable connector aligning the pins Connect the other end of the I O cable to the computer serial port 42 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Note Uploading Data Set up Upload Data and Header Information Step 2 l Double click on the SeatermAF icon The display shows the main screen e he first time you upload data and e If you want to change upload or 2 Inthe Configure menu select SBE 17plus V2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus header parameters The Configuration Options dialog box appears Click the Upload amp Header Options tab The dialog box looks like this Defines data upload type when using Upload on Toolbar or Upload menu Setup Communication Battle Closure Bottle Closure Upload amp SEARAM e All data separated by cast default All File Setup Logic Pressures Header Battery amp data uploaded Separate file written for each Options Firmware cast with 3 digit cast ID 001 etc appended to user selected file name pload options For CTD data upload fhe File Single cast During upload SeatermAF prompts for cast number and uploads data All data separated by cast C All data as a single File from that cast into one file By cast number range During upload Single cast By scan num
13. Access the battery compartment A Wipe the outside of the battery end cap end cap without any connectors and housing dry being careful to remove any water at the seam between them B Usinga wrench on the white plastic bar unthread the end cap rotating counter clockwise C Remove any water from the O ring mating surfaces inside the housing with a lint free cloth or tissue D Putthe end cap aside being careful to protect the O ring from damage or contamination Remove the battery cover from the housing A Remove the three Phillips head screws and washers from the battery cover plate inside the housing B The battery cover will pop out Put it aside Turn the Searam over and remove the batteries Install the new batteries with the terminal against the flat battery contacts and the terminal against the spring contacts 57 Manual revision 013 Section 5 Routine Maintenance SBE 17plus V2 CAUTION The Searam has no clamp or voltage drop circuitry to limit the supply voltage to the SBE 9plus Thus the voltage supplied by the Searam s power supply is the voltage supplied to the 9plus which is also the voltage supplied by the 9p us to all its auxiliary sensors Some auxiliary voltage sensors such as WET Labs ECO sensors are limited to input voltages less than 15 volts Twelve fully charged batteries in the Searam supply the following voltage e NiMH or Ni Cad 14 4 volts e Alkaline 18 volts Using alkaline
14. ECO COOM T A D voltage 3 Altimeter Modif NN A Click a sensor and click Modify to view change calibration coefficients for that sensor Click a non shaded sensor and click Select to pick a different sensor for that channel dialog box with list of sensors appears After sensor is selected dialog box for calibration coefficients appears Select sensors after Frequency channels suppressed and Voltage words suppressed have been specified above d Report Help E wit Cancel 47 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Data Conversion In SBE Data Processing s Run menu select Data Conversion The input files for Data Conversion are the hex file from the Searam and the CTD configuration file The File Setup tab in the dialog box looks like this e Select to have program find xmlcon or con file with same name and in same directory as data file For example if Location to store all information EE Data Conversion processing test hex and this option is input in File Setup and Data selected program searches for Setup tabs Open to selecta file Options Help test xmlcon same directory as test hex different psu file Save or if it does not find test xmlcon it searches Save As to save current File Setup Data Setup Miscellaneous Header View for test con settings or Restore to reset Also select if more than 1 data file is to be all settings to match last Progra
15. Parker Super O Lube to O ring and mating surfaces B Carefully fit the end cap into the housing and rethread the end cap into place Use a wrench to ensure the cap is tightly secured 7 Verify that the switch plunger on the top end cap is pulled out so the Searam will be in quiescent sleep state Recommended inspection and replacement schedule e For battery end cap O rings inspect each time you open the housing to replace the batteries replace approximately once a year e For O rings that are not normally disturbed for example on the connector end cap approximately every 3 to 5 years Remove any water from the O rings and mating surfaces in the housing with a lint free cloth or tissue Inspect O rings and mating surfaces for dirt nicks and cuts Clean or replace as necessary Apply a light coat of O ring lubricant Parker Super O Lube to O rings and mating surfaces 58 Manual revision 013 Glossa SBE 17plus V2 Glossary Note All Sea Bird software listed was designed to work with a computer running Windows XP service pack 2 or later Windows Vista or Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit CAUTION Do not use Parker O Lube which is petroleum based use only Super O Lube Battery pack Battery pack assembly includes twelve D cell nominal 8 Amp hour rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH batteries alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni Cad batteries can be substituted Note Ni Cad battery pa
16. alter the Searam s memory and require verification before executing to prevent accidental modifications After the command entry the Searam responds This command will clear the memory enter command again Type in the command again and press the Enter Key e Braces indicate optional command parameters Items in braces need not be entered e Use Upload on the Toolbar or the Upload menu to upload data that will be processed by SBE Data Processing Manually entering the data upload DC command does not produce data with the required header information for processing by our software e Ifthe instrument is transmitting data and you want to stop it type C or press the Esc key Press the Enter key to get the S gt prompt 25 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Status Commands DS Display operating status and setup parameters List below includes where applicable command used to modify parameter Equivalent to Status on Toolbar e firmware version date MMDDYY or DDMMYY time HHMMSS battery type BatteryType e number of stored casts and samples and available sample space in memory number of frequency channels to suppress SF number of voltage channels to suppress SV number of scans to average Ave number of scans to advance primary conductivity AC0 e number of scans to advance secondary conductivity AC1 e auto fire status armed or not Arm or
17. batteries in the Searam for 9plus deployments including lower input voltage sensors can damage the sensors CAUTION Do not use Parker O Lube which is petroleum based use only Super O Lube O Ring Maintenance Note For details on recommended practices for cleaning handling lubricating and installing O rings see the Basic Maintenance of Sea Bird Equipment module in the Sea Bird training materials on our website CAUTION Do not use Parker O Lube which is petroleum based use only Super O Lube 4 Reinstall the battery cover in the housing A Align the battery cover with the housing The posts inside the housing are not placed symmetrically so the cover fits into the housing only one way Looking at the cover note that one screw hole is closer to the edge than the others corresponding to the post that 1s closest to the housing B Reinstall the three Phillips head screws and washers while pushing hard on the battery cover to depress the spring contact The screws must be fully tightened or the battery power to the circuitry will be intermittent 5 Check the battery voltage at BAT and BAT on the battery cover It should be approximately 18 volts 6 Reinstall the battery end cap A Remove any water from the O rings and mating surfaces with a lint free cloth or tissue Inspect the O rings and mating surfaces for dirt nicks and cuts Clean as necessary Apply a light coat of O ring lubricant
18. bottle pressure window decibars BBT x X bottom bottle time minutes BUP x X pressure decibars to enable upcast BUD x X pressure decrease decibars from maximum to enable upcast The examples all use the following parameters BBP 10 decibars BBT 5 minutes BUP 500 decibars BUD 15 decibars Example BBY bottom closure enabled 9p us descends to 550 db gt 500db and stays within a 10 db window for 10 minutes After 5 minutes Searam closes bottom bottle Example 2 BBY bottom closure enabled 9p us descends to 450 db 500 db and stays within a 10 db window for 10 minutes Because it has not reached enable pressure 500 db bottom bottle does not close Package begins to ascend When pressure decreases by 15 db to 435 db Searam closes bottom bottle and any other bottles that were meant to close at depths below 435 db Example 3 BBN bottom closure disabled 9p us descends to 550 db gt 500 db and begins to ascend When it reaches pressure for first bottle to close Searam closes first bottle Example 4 BBN bottom closure disabled 9p us descends to 450 db 500 db and begins to ascend When pressure decreases by 15 db to 435 db Searam closes any bottles that were meant to close at depths below 435 db SBE 9plus Pressure Coefficients These commands set up the 9p us pressure sensor calibration coefficients used Note by the Searam to calculate pressures from the pressure sens
19. cap without any connectors and housing dry being careful to remove any water at the seam between them B Using a wrench on the white plastic bar unthread the end cap rotating counter clockwise C Remove any water from the O ring mating surfaces inside the housing with a lint free cloth or tissue D Putthe end cap aside being careful to protect the O ring from damage or contamination 2 Remove the battery pack from the housing A Remove the three Phillips head machine screws and washers from the battery cover plate inside the housing B Pull on the plastic tab on the center cord to remove the battery pack from the housing Tab on cord 3 Recharge the batteries CAUTION A Connect the battery charger leads to the battery cover pin jacks pono recnarge me Sattery pack matching black to black and red to red the pin jacks are different while it is in the housing If you do a sizes to prevent cross wiring SO you may damage the Searam GlGcTOHICS B Plug the battery charger into a suitable AC mains power source C Thered Charge LED on the charger comes on Recharging takes approximately 15 hours When recharging is complete the yellow Trickle LED comes on indicating the charger is providing a maintenance level charge D Disconnect the battery pack from the charger and the charger from the power source E Check the voltage at BAT and BAT on the battery cover It should be approximately 14 4 volts
20. communications with Searam Searam responds with S prompt Searam goes to sleep after 2 minutes without press Enter key communication from computer have elapsed Display Searam status provide Status information on Searam setup and current status View data headers cast number date and Headers time number of samples in cast etc A new header is generated for each 9plus cast Closure Parameters SEARAM Set Searam date and time to an accuracy of Set Time 25 msec of time provided by timekeeping MMDDYY and software on your computer time keeping HHMMSS software not provided by Sea Bird Reset data pointers and cast numbers Initialize logging after existing data has 2 been uploaded from Searam and prior to Sampie Numae recording new data Capture instrument responses on screen to file may be useful for diagnostics File has Capture cap extension Click Capture again to turn off capture Capture status displays in Status bar Upload data from Searam in format post processing software can use Before using upload HDI e Pull out switch plunger to stop logging dos e Configure upload and header parameters in Configure menu Lr Send auto fire information input in Configure menu to Searam Must send this Program information before deployment for auto fire capability to function Enable auto fire algorithm to close bottles Arm Must arm Searam before deployment for Arm auto fire capability to fu
21. file to last location Program Setup File and with last file name that was used for a particular combination of auto fire instrument and CASBE l7plus v2 SEARAM with SBE Splus psa CTD You may want to save psa files with unique names or in unique directories for Xe reuse in future deployments Instrument Configuration File S MLCOM or CON File Configuration File Select xmlcon or con file provided by Sea Bird File contains pressure coefficients required for Searam to calculate pressure from 9plus pressure frequency data Browse Create Pressures are used to determine when to close bottles based on bottle position and closure parameters Configuration file can be viewed and modified in SeatermAF by selecting the file Browse button Em and then clicking Modify button SeatermAF s Once you select an existing Configuration dialog box is identical to the one in configuration file or create a new SBE Data Processing For details see Verifying one SeatermAF lists pressure Contents of Configuration xmlcon or con File sensor coefficients and SBE 3 in Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam and SBE 4 serial numbers from configuration file in this area of Setup File tab Mo instrument configuration File selected Report Default Help OK Cancel 18 Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 Note Only the Communication Setup 4 Click
22. has not reached enable pressure 500 db bottom bottle does not close 9p us begins to ascend When pressure decreases by 15 db to 435 db Searam closes bottom bottle and any other bottles that were meant to close at depths below 435 db Example 3 Bottom Bottle Closure Disabled 9p us descends to 550 db 7500 db begins to ascend When it reaches pressure for first bottle to close Searam closes first bottle Example 4 Bottom Bottle Closure Disabled 9p us descends to 450 db lt 500 db and begins to ascend When pressure decreases by 15 db to 435 db Searam closes any bottles that were meant to close at depths below 435 db 21 M anual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V 7 Click the Bottle Closure Pressures tab The dialog box looks like this SBE 17plus V2 SEARAM with SBE plus Configuration Options Setup File Total number of bottles to close during deployment Communication Bottle Closure Setup Closure onder Bottom bottle Bottles may be closed in any order desired Closure pressure must decrease from closure 1 to last closure For this example bottom bottle closure was enabled on Bottle Closure Logic tab so closure 1 is for bottom bottle Closure pressures must decrease from closure 1 to last battle Report D 003 c w M mh A o CCUPPPEPLITT T L 11 12 Default 22 Number of Bottles to Close Logic jz Closure pressure d
23. of NIMH battery pack in housings avoid dinging side align carefully and put it straight in housing could rip shrink wrap if not careful Can use 17plus to provide data backup while using 9plus with 11plus Remove incorrect MAL designation for wet pluggable connector callouts 007 03 07 Correct FlashInitialize to Flash Initialize FlashMap to Flash Map and EraseMemory to Erase Memory space in middle no underscore Add more detailed information about byte 29 ALSB 9plus status e Add note that 17plus overwrites bottle confirm bit from 9plus because 9plus only sets it for a GO 1015 Rosette not for a 1016 Rosette or Carousel Add more detailed information for Testing Carousel operation section Update information on dat file for 911plus data from Seasave no more dat file when using seasave V7 Update con file screen capture Update Data Conversion screen captures to show Miscellaneous tab Update callout for wet pluggables switched to WB type Update Recovery Warning Update SeatermAF 17plus Communication Settings screen 008 05 08 Correct JT assignments to Auxiliary channels in Command Summary Appendix Correct Format Type 1 in Data Formats Define stop bfrate message in DH response Add information to replace alkaline batteries yearly to prevent leakage Update connector maintenance to be consistent with application note 57 12 09 SBE Data Processing 7 20a Add information about xmlcon file but continue to use con file be
24. pao e aerea eoe 66 Appendix V Manual Revision History eee e eese eee eere nnn 70 Iria cp M 72 Manual revision 013 Section 1 Introduction SBE 17plus V2 Section 1 Introduction This section includes a Quick Start procedure and photos of a typical Searam shipment About this Manual This manual is to be used with the SBE 17plus V2 Searam It is organized to guide the user from installation through operation and data collection We have included detailed specifications command descriptions maintenance information and helpful notes throughout the manual Sea Bird welcomes suggestions for new features and enhancements of our products and or documentation Please contact us with any comments or suggestions seabird seabird com or 425 643 9866 Our business hours are Monday through Friday 0800 to 1700 Pacific Standard Time 1600 to 0100 Universal Time in winter and 0800 to 1700 Pacific Daylight Time 1500 to 0000 Universal Time the rest of the year Quick Start Follow these steps to get a Quick Start using the Searam The manual provides step by step details for performing each task 1 Install Searam and SBE 9plus CTD on SBE 32 Carousel Water Sampler Perform pre check procedures A Test Power and Communications see Power and Communications Test in Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment 3 Deploy the Searam A Setthe time and date set m
25. plug connector with silicone grease DC 4 or equivalent 2 AG XSG Connector Install the cable dummy plug connector aligning the raised bump on the side of the connector with the large pin pin 1 ground on the Searam Remove any trapped air by burping or gently squeezing the connector near the top and moving your fingers toward the endcap OR MCBH Connector Install the cable dummy plug connector aligning the pins 3 Place the locking sleeve over the cable dummy plug connector Tighten the locking sleeve finger tight only Do not overtighten the locking sleeve and do not use a wrench or pliers Verify that a cable or dummy plug is installed on each connector before deployment 53 Manual revision 013 Section 5 Routine Maintenance SBE 17plus V2 Replacing Recharging Batteries Note If changing from NiMH to alkaline or Ni Cad batteries or vice versa send BatteryT ype to indicate the new battery type Battery pack Leave the batteries in place when storing the Searam If the Searam is to be stored for long periods replace alkaline batteries yearly to prevent battery leakage which could damage the Searam Recharging NiMH Batteries See the NiMH Battery Charger and Battery Pack manual for complete details on charging error messages battery specifications etc Remove the battery end cap A Wipe the outside of the battery end cap end cap without any connectors and housing dry being careful
26. potential to eject the end cap with lethal force A housing that floods at 50 meters holds an internal pressure of more then 85 psia this force could still cause injury If you suspect the Searam is flooded point the Searam in a safe direction away from people and loosen the 4 screws on the connector end cap about 75 turn If there is internal pressure the end cap will follow the screws out and the screws will not become easier to turn In this event loosen 1 bulkhead connector very slowly at least 1 turn This opens an o ring seal under the connector Look for signs of internal pressure hissing or water leak If internal pressure is detected let it bleed off slowly past the connector o ring Then you can safely remove the end cap Physical Handling l 2 Rinse the Searam with fresh water If the batteries are exhausted before data uploading e Charge NiMH or Ni Cad batteries or e Install new alkaline batteries or e Connect the Searam to an external power source Stored data will not be lost as a result of exhaustion or removal of batteries See Section 5 Routine Maintenance for battery charging or replacement By hand unscrew the locking sleeve from the I O bulkhead connector If you must use a wrench or pliers be careful not to loosen the bulkhead connector instead of the locking sleeve Remove the dummy plug from the I O bulkhead connector by pulling the plug firmly away from the connector XSG
27. pressure sensor temperature LSBs byte 30 Modulo count EOI line asserted When frequency or voltage channels are suppressed the suppressed bytes are Channel Type Number of Channels Suppressed Bytes Suppressed maea e S 13 15 oat 10 15 85227 Voltage 22 27 2 channels per word 19 27 po 16 27 Example Stored data for a CTD only system no secondary or auxiliary sensors has 2 frequency channels suppressed and 8 voltage channels suppressed The data format is Pressure 34 M anual revision 013 Notes See the SBE Data Processing manual or Help files for instructions on converting the ASCII hex data See the sensor calibration certificates for conversion of Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V Detailed Description of Data Formats The formats for each type of data are Format Type Type of Data Temperature or Conductivity frequency if number of scans averaged is less than 8 Ave 8 Pressure frequency if number of scans averaged is less than 8 Ave 8 Modulo 2 l 2 3 4 A detailed description of each type of data follows To convert the ASCII hex data to a frequency or voltage as applicable use the Data Conversion module in SBE Data Processing temperature and conductivity frequencies to engineering units See the auxiliary sensor manual or the auxiliary sensor calibration certificates for conversion of voltages to engineering units Voltage ch
28. the added lines in bold Sea Bird SBE17 Data File FileName C terml7af cast000 hex Software Version 5 0 Temperature SN Conductivity SN System UpLoad Time Aug 17 2004 3 45 12 PM Testing adding header lines Must start with an asterisk Place anywhere between System Upload Time amp END of header ds SBE17plus SEARAM V1 4 08 17 2004 15 47 26 batt type NICAD ncasts 6 samples 541078 free bytes 16777216 number of frequency channels suppressed 0 number of voltage channels suppressed 0 number of scans averaged 1l primary conductivity advanced 0 scans secondary conductivity advanced 0 scans Auto fire not armed HF FF F F ox ox x x S gt T seh cast 0 08 05 2004 10 36 34 avg 1 nfs 0 nvs 0 smpls O to 163 stop switch off v 15 4 mE END 5 Inthe File menu select Save not Save As If you are running Windows 2000 the following message displays You are about to save the document in a Text Only format which will remove all formatting Are you sure you want to do this Ignore the message and click Yes 6 Inthe File menu select Exit 52 Manual revision 013 Section 5 Routine Maintenance SBE 17plus V2 Section 5 Routine Maintenance Corrosion Precautions This section reviews corrosion precautions connector maintenance battery charging battery replacement and O ring maintenance Rinse the Searam with fresh water after use and prior to stor
29. when an electrical cable and slip ring equipped winch is not available The Searam supplies power to the SBE 9plus The serial data stream from the SBE 9plus is decoded and optionally averaged by the Searam allowing the user to trade memory duration for CTD resolution Unused channels are stripped out further increasing memory duration and the resulting data 1s stored in non volatile memory in the Searam for later retrieval and analysis The Searam also powers and operates the SBE 32 Carousel Water Sampler to close water sample bottles on upcast Using the pressure data from the SBE 9plus and a user input table of bottle closure pressures the Searam signals the SBE 32 to close a bottle Built in logic and user input parameters provide control in determining when the upcast begins preventing accidental bottle closure caused by temporary upward movements during the downcast A bottle confirm bit is set in the 9p us data stream stored in the Searam to mark scans associated with each bottle closure Wire rope no conductors SBE 32 Carousel SBE 17plus V2 Searam The Searam is mounted parallel to the SBE 9p us main housing Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride included Nickel Cadmium or alkaline batteries provide power The Searam s non volatile memory preserves recorded data in the event of failure or exhaustion of the main battery pack A low power watch crystal 1s used as the real time clock frequency source An external magnet
30. with the Avez command Note Battery endurance for NiMH batteries is approximately 10 hours for a 9plus with no auxiliary sensors or 7 hours for a 9plus with auxiliary sensors Memory endurance is longer at the full data rate of 24 Hz as shown in the example To take full advantage of the memory endurance recharge or replace the batteries between deployments or provide external power A plunger with a magnet is mounted to the top end cap Pushing in the plunger closes a magnetic reed switch signaling the CPU to power the SBE 9plus and record data If the battery voltage is greater than the low power cut off voltage nominally 10 volts depends on battery type and there is room in memory for data Searam supplies power to the 9p us writes a header containing real time and cast number and begins storing 9p us data in memory When the plunger is pulled out Searam removes power from the 9p us and enters its low power quiescent sleep state If the plunger is left pushed in the Searam runs until the memory is filled or the batteries are used up The plunger must be pulled out when the Searam is not acquiring data from the SBE 9plus i e during storage setup diagnostic tests and data uploading An independently powered real time clock provides a time stamp for each cast The Searam s memory is 16M byte Searam sample capacity and memory endurance may be estimated by scans recorded samples M B x W Memor
31. 3 8 and one kit l PH SS for groundstrap aluminum housing 30162 Machine screw 8 32 x 7 8 FH SS secure Searam switch to housing 30164 Machine screw 8 32 x 1 1 8 PH SS connector end cap hardware 30236 Washer 8 nylon for groundstrap 30242 Washer 6 flat secure battery endplate 30267 Screw insulator 8 x 4 for 30164 e 30362 Nut 6 32 nylon stop secure boardset to end cap through threaded rod Assorted hardware and o rings including 30072 Parker 2 017N674 70 for bulkhead connectors 30080 Parker 2 204N674 70 for installing switch assembly 30090 Parker 2 153N674 70 battery end cap face seal 30815 Parker 2 233E603 70 for connector end cap 30816 Parker 2 234E603 70 battery end cap radial seal i 30145 Machine screw 6 32 x and ong kit PH SS secure battery endplate titanium housing 30654 Machine screw 8 32 x 3 4 FH TT secure Searam switch to housing 30346 Bolt 10 24 x 1 Hex TT connector end cap hardware 30242 Washer 6 flat secure battery endplate 30362 Nut 6 32 nylon stop secure boardset to end cap through threaded rod 30447 Bolt 14 20 x 1 1 4 Hex TT secure battery end cap handle to end cap Small hardware Continued on next page 67 Manual revision 013 Appendix IV Replacement Parts SBE 17plus V2 Continued from previous page Part T m Quantity in Number Application Description RUM Assorted cables connectors dummy plugs and hardware including e 50051 Sm
32. 90204 90402 NiMH Battery Charger and Battery Pack EMC Directive 2004 108 EC Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC as amended by 93 68 EEC EN 61326 1 2006 Class A Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use EMC Requirement Part 1 General Requirements EN 55011 2007 Group 1 Class A EN 61010 1 2001 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipments for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use Part 1 General Requirements President 3 September 2013 Bellevue WA 2 Manual revision 013 Table of Contents SBE 17plus V2 Table of Contents Limited Liability Statement e eee ieeescvas se oseop ive essa etude veo ee Sene ved Ue eeu aa esa a oru boves 2 Declaration of ConfOrtIlty 2 0 1 etae EARN Ine epoe o a Ropa Coe Seb AN a ax TEE Du vue ovk ea sa dU Pede 3 Erro uiri ce pee m 4 Section 1 Introducfo meten 6 ZNDOUDEDTS Mantal etc diente a a a N 6 UIC UAT A a a rea A MM ELE 6 Unpackne Sedani a a bfc etdotecde ciis 7 Section 2 Description of Searam osse eee ee ee eene s teo e ua soap er sao rane ree o ruo oaa eaa de 8 Syse DeserIpUOH aa tate nm adu eniin tace ou ear 8 Pe ClICAHONS RN A N 9 Dimensions 2 55 iD a ab obedece usba oc beectdnd as ipe uad pM ceto Ld Tuned eas 10 Electrical C One CHONS 25525 dee ort seis daaste p iem len tute siet bacio duda na ca aso e UR 10 Cables and WIEIBp coe oap testet lema tp ME heute esi ca io
33. CKING SLEEVE typically for PIN short cables 1 SHIELD 4 RED BERR for bench use eee 2 BLACK P 3WHITE 1 WHITE 4 RED Xs 2 BLACK 3 GREEN P1 P1 RMGC 4FS COLOR PIN 1 WHITE PIN 2 BLACK PIN 3 GREEN GUIDE PIN MCIL Wet Pluggable Connector Cable Wiring DN 32715 4 GREEN O COLOR P1 MCIL 4FS P2 DB 9S Q BLACK PIN 1 2WHITE py 3RED W PIN 2 PIN 3 HITE RED MCIL 4FS WITH LOCKING SLEEVE 11 Manual revision 013 Internal wiring Section 2 Description of Searam SBE 17plus V XSG AG end cap INTERNAL VIEW MAGNETIC REED SWITCH connectors DN 32313 i SBE P N 19016 RTV IN SLOT E BLK GRN RED i Ili ziilzxm Z ee oS Lo CX NT NIN O w 5 Q See S W CHER ex 9 ool al 65 Y we ae x NS clc cx SH ste Se ci LL i o Qu 2 17056 17054 17065 17065 MATE TO JP2 MATE TO JP3 MATE TO JP4 MATE TO JP5 MAGNETIC REED SWITCH Wet pluggable MCBH end cap ae NUNT SBE P N 19016 connectors DN 32840 RTV IN SLOT RED 24 17056 17054 17065 17065 MATE TO JP2 MATE TO JP3 MATE TO JP4 MATE TO JP5 12 2 Manual revision 013 Section 2 Description of Searam SBE 17plus V2 Magnetic Reed Switch Plunger Real Time Clock Memory Note The Searam s full scan rate is 24 Hz The actual scan rate is 24 Hz of scans to average of scans to average is set up
34. Comput O Ye o 2 RS 232 O 4 External omputer o 0 V i Receive power 0 0 1 Common nee XSG 4 BCL HP SS T NOTIS To SBE 32 Carousel 2 NC 6 Power to zi ES d 3R 232 6 pin Connector oO oY SBE 9plus Transmit 0 0 ks 1 Common 2 RS 232 _ 6 Powerto pese Receiv O N lt Carousel 777 p Data I O Pin 4 o o fe x m optional 12 15 VDC 3 RS 232 og 9 SENE is 9 a 306 HF for use with optional e e interface junction box to Transmit O4 provide external power 4 NC MCBH 6MP WB supply during setup and AG 306 HP SS data upload 10 Manual revision 013 Section 2 Description of Searam SBE 17plus V2 Cables and Wiring AG 206 Cable Wiring DN 30568 SBE 17plus to SBE 32 Carousel or SBE 17plus to SBE 9plus Searam cable Connects 17plus to JT7 bulkhead connector on SBE 9plus Also connects 17plus to JB2 bulkhead connector on MCIL Cable Wiring DN 32758 SBE 32 Carousel AG 206 W LOCKING SLEEVE MCIL 6FS W LOCKING SLEEVE RMG Connector Cable Wiring DN 31222 RMG 4FS W LOCKING SLEEVE PN17096 DB 9S FEMALE CONNECTOR PN17097 DB9 CONNECTOR HOOD Data I O cable 1 SHIELD Connects 17plus to computer for 4 RED 2 BLACK setup and data uim Pi RMG 4FS P2 DB 9S upload PIN SHIELD P1 e DN 31222 and 32789 are PINA RED shielded e DN 32421 and 32715 are MCIL Wet Pluggable Connector Cable Wiring DN 32789 unshielded GUIDE MCIL 4FS W LO
35. Disarm Example Display status user input in bold S gt ds SBEl7plus version 2 SEARAM V1 6 05 12 2013 17 09 16 batt type NIMH MMDDY Y HHMMSS BatteryType Ncasts 7 samples 22128 free bytes 16771072 Number of frequency channels suppressed 0 SF Number of voltage channels suppressed 0 SV Number of scans averaged 1 Ave Primary conductivity advanced 0 scans AC0 Secondary conductivity advanced 0 scans AC1 Auto fire not armed Arm or Disarm CP Display bottle closure parameters Equivalent to Closure Parameters SEARAM on Toolbar auto fire status armed or not armed pressure coefficients bottom bottle closure status bottom bottle time minutes bottom pressure window db pressure to enable upcast db pressure change to enable upcast db number of bottles enabled bottle closure sequence and pressures Example Display bottle closure parameters user input in bold S gt CP Auto fire armed Pressure Coefficients C1 47027 81 C2 3 17762e 01 C3 1 41507e 02 D 0 040116 Tl 30 03788 T2 4 05515e 04 T3 4 15151e 06 T4 2 66753e 09 Adm 0 011560 Adb 7 898880 Bottom bottle closure enabled Bottom bottle time 5 Bottom pressure window 20 Pressure to enable up cast 200 Pressure change to enable up cast 10 4 bottle s enabled for closure Seguence Bottle Closure Pressure f f 200 2 2 150 3 3 100 4 4 50 26 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and O
36. E PRIERU deo REDE IDEA rU L DLP 42 iieri 43 Processing Data Using SBE Data Processing eeen 46 Verifying Contents of Configuration xmlcon or con File 47 Data Conversion 25 dou eiim onte Gef d iesu enue dle ue nsti lids 48 Bottle SUMMARY cs co oem ione tates teat ni td pei Mere 5 Oiher Processing Modules d eoo nad eme 5 Editing Raw Data Tile ss onte otv vain died eos 52 Section 5 Routine Maintenance eee eee ecce eee eene ee esee esee ees sass sss oo eee euue 53 COMOSIOM Procal on Seara E feld a t 53 Connector Mating and Maintenance ccccccccccccccccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 53 Replacing ReCharcine Balferie Sc tad iet retire oet tetas eSI eS Enos 54 Re char ome NIMH Baere Seco tenebo ass ted tas accent eo nette e eo 54 IRechareme Ni Cad Batteries a ote ren nates ie teteod ES ONSE SERE UR 56 Replacing Alkaline Batteries a5 ccseransuns atas tet ette n REDE E ERU 57 senso ENT epi o e TTE 58 Manual revision 013 Table of Contents SBE 17plus V2 Glossary aite 59 Appendix I Functional Description cccccscccccccccccssccssssssssscscccssees 60 Appendix II Electronics Disassembly Reassembly 61 Appendix III Command Summary ee eee esee ee eee e eee eee eee eee ane 63 Appendix IV Replacement Parts o tetto treten neon eo oce eue a epe a eae
37. PCB battery compartment cover plate for alkaline batteries 69 Manual revision 013 Appendix V Manual Revision Histo SBE 17plus V2 Appendix V Manual Revision History Version 001 je Mmitial release o O E eo Add high resolution Guanes pressure sensor upper frequency limit 03 00 Add auto fire capability hin Incorporate use of SeatermAF Rewrite 06 03 Add information on manually checking functioning of Carousel in lab by communicating with Carousel through 1 7plus using SeatermAF e Add information that setting time without date resets date to last date set with ddmmyy or mmddyy Add information that 9plus with serial data uplink option can not work with 17plus Add wet pluggable connectors Update information on data format descriptions of format from 9 were not current Update firmware version was 5 1 then renumbered and it is now 1 4 started back to 1 0 for V2 of 17plus Add information about using jackscrews to remove end cap for Electronics disassembly reassembly 005 09 04 Update for new firmware 1 6 that is compatible with NIMH batteries Change battery command from BX to BatteryType NiMH batteries charger now shipping standard with 17plus instead of Ni Cads Remove would you like to program the auto fire question that SeatermAF asked when you exited configure dialog box Add information on processing uploaded data into bottle file and CTD data file 03 05 Note tight fit
38. SCIENTIFIC ond SBE 17plus V2 Searam User Manual Recorder amp Auto Fire Module Release Date 02 09 2015 Memory amp Auto Fire Module for SBE 9plus CTD e SBE n 6 SEA BIRD C C cc Electronics Manual version e 013 Firmware version e 1 6 amp later Software versions e SeatermAF V2 2 1 4 amp later e SBE Data Processing 7 23 2 amp later CE Sea Bird Electronics Tel 1 425 643 9866 13431 NE 20th Street seabird seabird com Bellevue Washington www seabird com 98005 USA Limited Liability Statement Extreme care should be exercised when using or servicing this equipment It should be used or serviced only by personnel with knowledge of and training in the use and maintenance of oceanographic electronic equipment SEA BIRD ELECTRONICS INC disclaims all product liability risks arising from the use or servicing of this system SEA BIRD ELECTRONICS INC has no way of controlling the use of this equipment or of choosing the personnel to operate it and therefore cannot take steps to comply with laws pertaining to product liability including laws which impose a duty to warn the user of any dangers involved in operating this equipment Therefore acceptance of this system by the customer shall be conclusively deemed to include a covenant by the customer to defend indemnify and hold SEA BIRD ELECTRONICS INC harmless from all product liability claims arising from the use or servicing of this system Manual revis
39. Select Derived Variables is selected minimum and maximum values will variables also be output for each bottle Tau correction tau T P 6V dt in SBE 43 or tau doc dt in SBE 13 or 23 improves response of measured signal in regions of large Apply Tau correction Select variables to derive from input data Derived oxygen gradients However this term also variables are computed from mean values of input amplifies residual noise in signal especially in variables temperature conductivity pressure etc deep water and in some situations this for each bottle negative consequence overshadows gains in e Oxygen can be derived if oxygen data oxygen signal responsiveness current and temperature for SBE 13 or 23 oxygen signal for SBE 43 is in the ros file Bottle Summary calculates derivative of oxygen current or signal using a least squares fit to all the oxygen data for each bottle Oxygen is calculated using mean values for temperature pressure and salinity derivative and scan by scan values of oxygen current and temperature or signal Oeygen Start Process Other Processing Modules See the SBE Data Processing manual Help files for information on additional processing that can be performed o the converted CTD data cnv file 5 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Editing Raw Data File Note Although we provide this technique for editing a raw hex file Sea
40. Setup SV x AC0 x conductivity to align conductivity and temperature data Turn Searam power to 9plus power on off instead of using Searam s switch plunger x O turn power to 9plus on x F turn power to 9plus off x O Turn Searam power to Carousel on x F Turn Searam power to Carousel off Relay character string defined by xxx to Carousel xxx can XXX be any command recognized by Carousel see Carousel manual for list of commands Auto Fire Arm enable auto fire Arm Disarm Arm before launching to take water samples Disarm Disarm disable auto fire Disarm to log data but not take water samples DC x Display raw data in hex from cast x Data Upload If x omitted data from cast 0 displays Fulgueswnel qnm x1 x2 Display raw data in hex from scan x1 through x2 plunger before If x1 and x2 omitted data from every scan displays uploading data pH Display all headers Display Searam main battery voltage BI Display Searam main battery current amps Continuously display Searam voltages main battery voltage and operating current amps Searam switches on power to 9plus and Carousel so operating current is total current drawn by Searam 9plus and Carousel Press Esc key to stop test NOUS Perform memory test destroying all data in Searam Maps Flash Initialize bad data blocks allowing Searam to avoid using those blocks when recording data Requires ap
41. V2 Appendix I Functional Description Searam circuitry is contained on one PCB e Battery Wiring and Power Supply Searam s main battery is 12 D cells The positive battery connections are contact areas on double thick printed circuit disks that form the internal bulkhead and battery retainer plates Battery negative contacts are heavy beryllium copper springs When the battery circuit card connection is made a low power regulator chip supplies 5 volts 5C to the wake up circuits When a character is received from the RS 232 interface or the magnetic reed switch plunger is pushed in the CPU powers on by switching on Q3 and Q5 The CPU checks that main battery voltage is adequate minimum 10 volts at the input of Q3 and Q5 before proceeding e Oplus Power Supply MOSFET Q1 switches 9plus power to the unregulated 15 volt supply of the 9plus e Oplus Receiver The microcontroller U12 decodes serial data from the 9plus e Carousel Power Supply MOSFET QO9 switches Carousel power to the unregulated 15 volt supply of the Carousel e A D Converter Internal Diagnostics A 12 bit A D converter measures main supply voltage and operating current e CPU and Data I O Searam s CPU is configured around a CMOS 16 bit microprocessor U19 with program storage in CMOS EPROM Communication with the Searam is via RS 232 interface to the UART U23 while level conversion is handled by U14 e Real Time Clock Real time clock functions are
42. Wires from the electronics are connected to the bottom of the electronics compartment do not tear these connections out when removing the end cap 4 Remove any water from the O ring mating surfaces inside the housing with a lint free cloth or tissue Protect the O ring from damage or contamination 5 The electronics are electrically connected to the bottom of the electronics compartment with a 3 pin Molex connector on the PCB Holding the wire cluster near the connector gently detach the connector from the pins Detach Remove the jackscrews from the end cap wires at connector on PCB 61 Manual revision 013 Appendix ll Electronics Disassembly Reassembly SBE 17plus V2 Reassembly Note Before delivery a desiccant package is l Reinstall the end cap inserted in the housing and the A Remove any water from the O ring and mating surfaces with a electronics chamber is filled with dry lint free cloth or tissue Inspect the O ring and mating surfaces Argon gas These measures help for dirt nicks and cuts Clean or replace as necessary Apply a light prevent condensation To ensure coat of O ring lubricant Parker Super O Lube to O ring and proper functioning mating surfaces 1 ae M a B Plug the 3 pin Molex connector onto the pins on the PCB chamber If a new bag is not C Carefully fit the end cap into the housing aligning the holes in the available see Application Note 71 end cap and housing until the O ri
43. a SBE 17plus V2 Note Start logging by pushing in Searam switch plunger Stop logging by pulling out Searam switch plunger Notes e he first cast is cast O e Use Upload on the Toolbar or the Upload menu to upload data that will be processed by SBE Data Processing Manually entering data upload commands does not produce data with the required header information for processing by our software FUNCTION COMMAND DESCRIPTION x number of scans to average in Searam 1 to 96 Averaging reduces data storage requirements but also reduces measurement resolution Ave x x number of 9p us frequency channels to suppress in Searam Unused channels are not stored in memory x 0 if SBE 3 or 4 connected to JB5 on 9plus bottom end cap connector dual redundant sensor configuration x 1 if SBE 3 or 4 connected to JB4 on 9plus bottom end cap connector and not using JB5 single redundant sensor configuration SF x 2 if not using redundant sensors x number of 9p us voltage channels to suppress in Searam X 0 2 4 6 or 8 Unused channels are not stored in memory Searam can suppress voltage channels above highest numbered channel being used Connector Uses Channels Connector Uses Channels JT2 AUX1 0 and 1 JT5 AUX3 4 and 5 JT3 AUX2 2 and 3 JT6 AUX4 6 and 7 x number of 9p us scans x 0 3 to advance primary conductivity to align conductivity and temperature data SBE 9plus
44. age Aluminum Housing All stainless steel screws which are exposed to salt water have been generously lubricated at the factory with Blue Moly After each use remove these screws and re lubricate them This compound is electrically conductive so use care to ensure it does not get on circuit boards There is a large zinc anode screwed in each end cap Check these anodes periodically to verify that they are securely fastened and have not been eaten away Titanium Housing All exposed metal is titanium other materials are plastic No corrosion precautions are required but direct electrical connection of the Searam housing to dissimilar metal hardware should be avoided Connector Mating and Maintenance Note See Application Note 57 Connector Care and Cable Installation CAUTIONS e Do not use WD 40 or other petroleum based lubricants as they will damage the connectors e For wet pluggable MCBH connectors Silicone lubricants in a spray can may contain ketones esters ethers alcohols or glycols in their propellant Do not use these sprays as they will damage the connector Clean and inspect connectors cables and dummy plugs before every deployment and as part of your yearly equipment maintenance Inspect connectors that are unmated for signs of corrosion product around the pins and for cuts nicks or other flaws that may compromise the seal When remating 1 Lightly lubricate the inside of the cable dummy
45. al port all data by cast etc SBE 1fplus 2 SEARAM COM 1 9600 8 1 N All by cast Auto Fire Baud rate data bits instrument stop bits parity Description of SeatermAF main screen e Menus Contains tasks and frequently executed instrument commands e Toolbar Contains buttons for frequently executed tasks and instrument Note commands Most tasks commands accessed through the Toolbar are also There is at least one way and as available in the Menus Grayed out Toolbar buttons are not applicable many as three ways to enter a To change the location of the Toolbar at top or at left go to the Options command menu e Manually type command in e Command Data Echo Area Echoes a command executed using a Menu or Toolbar button as well as the instrument s response Additionally a command can be manually typed in this area from the available commands for the instrument Note that the instrument must be awake for it to respond to a command use Connect SEARAM on the Toolbar to wake up the Searam e Status bar Provides status information Capture to file status grayed out if not capturing Command Data Echo Area e Use a menu to automatically generate a command e Use a Toolbar button to automatically generate a command 16 Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 Following are the Toolbar buttons applicable to the Searam Buttons Command Re establish
46. all hardware amp o ring Kit see above e 50092 Jackscrew kit see above e 17043 Plastic locking sleeve for dummy plugs e 17046 4 pin female dummy plug for 4 pin bulkhead connector e 17047 6 pin female dummy plug Spares kit for 6 pin bulkhead connector aluminum housing e 17132 13 6 pin to 6 pin cable XSG AG connectors Sd to a interface caoile e 17628 6 pin bulkhead connector Carousel or 9plus connector e 17654 4 pin bulkhead connector I O connector e 23155 1 Switch magnetic switch assembly e 30044 Anode 1 for corrosion prevention e 41124B Battery cover PCB battery compartment cover plate for alkaline batteries Assorted cables connectors dummy plugs and hardware including e 50092 Jackscrew kit see above e 50140 Small hardware amp o ring kit see above e 17043 Plastic locking sleeve for dummy plugs e 17046 4 pin female dummy plug for 4 pin bulkhead connector Spares kit e 17047 6 pin female dummy plug titanium housing for 6 pin bulkhead connector XSG AG connectors e 7132 13 6 pin to 6 pin cable Searam to 9plus interface cable e 17628 6 pin bulkhead connector Carousel or 9plus connector e 17654 4 pin bulkhead connector I O connector e 23155 1 Switch magnetic switch assembly e 41124B Battery cover PCB battery compartment cover plate for alkaline batteries Continued on next page 68 Manual revision 013 Appendix IV Replacement Parts SBE 17plus V2 Co
47. annels for auxiliary sensors Temperature Conductivity or Pressure frequencies if number of scans averaged is greater than or equal to 8 Ave gt 8 Format Type I Unconverted temperature and conductivity frequency if Ave lt 8 ASCII hex data uploaded 6 characters c1 c2 c3 c4 c5 c6 SBE Data Processing performs the following calculations e Convert ASCII hex data to decimal d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 e Calculate p 288000 number of scans averaged nr dl 256 d2 16 d3 nz d4 256 d5 16 d6 frequency nz 6912000 p nr nrFromPreviousScan Example of Calculation performed in Data Conversion in SBE Data Processing ASCII hex data sample 0 1AE3B5 ASCII hex data sample 1 2C33B5 number of scans to average 2 sample 0 dl 1 d2 10 d3 14 d4 3 d5 11 d6 5 nr 1 256 10 16 14 430 nz 3 256 11 16 5 949 sample 1 dl 2 d2 12 d3 3 d4 3 d5 11 d6 5 nr 2 256 12 16 3 707 nz 3 256 11 16 5 949 frequency sample 1 949 6912000 288000 2 707 430 11382 526 Hz 35 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Format Type 2 Unconverted pressure frequency if Ave lt 8 ASCII hex data uploaded 8 characters c1 c2 c3 c4 c5 c6 c7 c8 SBE Data Processing performs the following calculations e Convert ASCII hex data to decimal d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 d7 d8 e Standard Resolution Pressure Frequency Calculations p
48. ave frequency outputs in the range of 2800 to 12 000 Hz Format Type 2 Unconverted pressure frequency Ave 8 and Format Type 5 Converted temperature conductivity or pressure frequency Ave gt 8 for Standard Resolution Digiquartz Maximum output frequency 65535 of 9plus scans per second Ave Frequencies up to 65 535 Hz can be accommodated with Ave up to 24 sufficient to acquire the relatively high frequencies up to 42 000 Hz generated by standard resolution Paroscientific Digiquartz pressure sensors For an SBE 9plus not using a Digiquartz sensor frequencies up to 16 384 Hz can be accommodated with Ave 96 maximum value for this parameter Format Type 5 Converted temperature conductivity or pressure frequency Ave gt 8 for High Resolution Digiquartz Maximum output frequency 39768 of 9plus scans per second Ave 38 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Testing SBE 32 Carousel Water Sampler Operation Notes e Enter Carousel commands using UPPER CASE capital letters e See the SBE 32 Carousel Water Sampler manual Test the SBE 32 Carousel Water Sampler in the lab before deployment to ensure that the Carousel responds to commands and that the firing mechanism functions properly CO allows you to provide power to the Carousel without logging data to the Searam and XXX XXX is any valid Carousel command allows you to send commands to the Carou
49. b I r2 r2 co ce zz E E amp E i i i j j i Sl of S SS Ss alale I po co CI cof c Bottle Closure Upload amp Pressures Closure order 13 14 15 1B 1 18 13 zl 2 22 23 E Help Header Options E AM I e EQ T LED E AULAE OK 2 El SEARAM Battery amp Firmware Cancel Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 8 Click the Upload amp Header Options tab The dialog box looks like this Defines data upload type when using Upload x on Toolbar or Upload menu e All data separated by cast default All m data uploaded Separate file written for pora EE ROT ERE poles Ta a each cast with 3 digit cast ID 001 etc P 3 Onti a pions Firmware appended to user selected file name Single cast During upload SeatermAF l l prompts for cast number and uploads Upload options For CTD data upload i hex File data from that cast into one file Alldata separated by cast All data as a single File By cast number range During upload SeatermAF prompts for beginning and Single cast By scan number range ending cast numbers and uploads data within range Separate file written for each C cast with 3 digit cast ID 001 etc By cast number range appended to user selected file name All data as a single file All data uploaded into one file By scan number range During upload Header options for CTD data u
50. be not Parker O lube which is petroleum based Remove standard and optional language related to 17plus features Update SBE Data Processing configuration dialog box Update language on where to find updated software on website Change 17plus bottom end cap terminology to battery end cap for clarity Fix typos e e e e e e e e e e Switch to new Sea Bird Scientific manual cover l 71 Manual revision 013 Index con file 33 47 Ani file 16 psa file 16 xmlcon file 33 47 A Alkaline batteries 14 27 57 Averaging 38 B Batteries 9 14 27 recharging Ni Cad 56 recharging NiMH 54 replacing alkaline 57 Battery type 20 Baud rate 19 Bottle closure logic 21 32 Bottle closure pressures 22 Bottom bottle 21 32 C Cables 11 Carousel testing 39 CE certification 3 Clock 9 13 Command summary 63 Commands 25 auto fire 32 auto fire arm disarm 30 bottle closure logic 32 data upload 30 diagnostic 31 general setup 27 SBE 32 Carousel setup 29 SBE 9plus pressure coefficients 33 SBE 9plus setup 28 status 26 Communication defaults 19 Configuration file 33 47 Connectors 10 53 Corrosion precautions 53 D Data bits 19 Data I O 9 14 Data output formats 34 Data processing 46 Declaration of Conformity 3 Deployment 41 preparing for 15 setup 40 Dimensions 10 Index
51. be suppressed 28 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 SBE 9plus Setup Commands continued Note ore SBE 9plus systems with atypical flow paths for example supporting flow through fluorometers may require different settings See the Align CTD module in the SBE Data Processing manual and Application Note 38 for calculation of optimal advance values AC1 x Fx Note Start logging by pushing in Searam s switch plunger Stop logging by pulling out Searam s switch plunger x number of 9p us scans x 0 3 to advance primary conductivity from primary temperature in Searam to align conductivity and temperature data Conductivity measurement on a water parcel is delayed because 9plus TC duct presents water to conductivity sensor after water has passed temperature sensor Since pump sets a constant flow speed delay is constant To nullify delay so salinity can be computed with minimum spiking Searam can advance conductivity measurement in time to coordinate it with appropriate temperature measurement This advance occurs before any averaging so a bias error is not introduced in salinity calculated when processing uploaded data For most applications correct setting and factory default is 2 scans 0 073 seconds 24 scans second See Configuration Sheet for setting for your unit If saving full rate 24 Hz data you can correct any residual time misalignmen
52. ber range SeatermAF prompts for beginning and ending cast numbers and uploads data By cast number range within range Separate file written for each cast with 3 digit cast ID 001 etc appended to user selected file name Configure Header Form Click to customize header form see below All data as a single file All data uploaded into one file Header options Far CTD data upload hex File By scan number range During upload l SeatermAF prompts for beginning and Prompt for header information C Da not include header information ending scan sample numbers and uploads all data within range into one file Include default header information Defines header information included with uploaded data e Prompt for header information default Each time data is uploaded user is prompted to fill out user defined header form Include default header form in upload SeatermAF uploads CTD data in blocks and calculates a checksum at end of each block If block fails checksum verification SeatermAF file User defined default header form tries to upload block of data again cutting block included in upload file User is not 200 scans samples 20D data is uploaded Do not include default header form in upload file Header information not included in upload file Report Default Help OK Cancel 43 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Click Configur
53. ble supply the following voltage 2 Searam battery packs for NiMH Ni Cad and alkaline e NiMH or Ni Cad 14 4 volts batteries differ you cannot put alkalines in the NiMH or e Alkaline 18 volts Ni Cad battery pack or vice versa Using alkaline batteries in the Searam for 9plus deployments 7075 T6 anodized aluminum pressure case rated at including lower input voltage Housing 6800 m 22 300 ft with zinc anode protection sensors can damage the sensors Materials Titanium pressure case rated at 7000 or 10500 meters 22 900 or 34 400 feet iievface 3 wire RS 232C link factory configured for 9600 baud 8 data bits 1 stop bit and no parity With aluminum housing In water 4 5 kg 10 Ibs In air 9 0 kg 20 Ibs Manual revision 013 Section 2 Description of Searam SBE 17plus V2 Dimensions 99 mm 3 9 inch Y Diameter O_O See Electrical Connections amp below Note For the aluminum housing the zinc anode projects 19 mm 0 75 inches from the side of the connector end cap 686 mm 605 mm 23 8 inches 27 0 inches Electrical Connections O connector MCBH connector available in anodized aluminum or titanium connector type must match Searam housing material All wet pluggable connectors Switch Plunger MCBH 4MP WB To A e SBE 9plus have 3 8 length base bd CTD JT7 12 20 thread 3 r illu O oQo ENEL O O e 1 Common O o Data I O to ar
54. cause SeatermAF not yet compatible with xmlcon file Update con file screen capture to current version Update photos of NIMH charger Add CE mark Update SBE address Continued on next page 70 Manual revision 013 Appendix V Manual Revision Histo SBE 17plus V2 Continued from previous page 010 05 11 e Add cautions about use with alkaline batteries and limiting voltage to 15 VDC if integrating 9plus with voltage sensitive sensors e Change external power input specification to 12 15 VDC e SBE Data Processing 7 20c Update Bottle Summary Data Setup dialog box to reflect ability to enable disable oxygen Tau correction e SBE Data Processing version 7 21a Update configuration dialog box to reflect changes Update Data Conversion Data Setup dialog box to reflect changes e Add information about Windows Vista and Windows 7 compatibility e Note that optional Ni Cad batteries and charger are no longer available 05 12 e Update SeatermAF software description and use with SeatermAF V2 012 04 13 Add Declaration of Conformity Add cable and wiring diagrams SeatermAF updates Update SeatermAF main screen and add Configure Header Form button on Upload amp Header Options dialog Update software compatibility information Fix typos Update Declaration of Conformity Add O ring maintenance section Add caution regarding using spray silicone lubricants on MCBH connectors Add caution regarding using Parker Super O lu
55. ck and charger are no longer available Carousel Water Sampler Sea Bird s SBE 32 Searam SBE 17plus V2 memory and auto fire module for use with any SBE 9plus CTD unit to permit in situ recording of CTD data without the need for conductive wire and a slip ring equipped winch PCB Printed Circuit Board SBE Data Processing Sea Bird s Windows data processing software which calculates and plots temperature conductivity pressure auxiliary sensor parameters and derived variables such as salinity and sound velocity Scan One data sample containing temperature conductivity pressure and optional auxiliary sensor data Seasoft V2 Sea Bird s complete Windows software package which includes software for communication real time data acquisition and data analysis and display Seasoft V2 includes SeatermAF and SBE Data Processing SeatermAF V2 Sea Bird s Windows software used to communicate with the Searam SeatermAF can send commands to the Searam to provide status display data acquisition and auto fire setup data display and capture data upload and diagnostic tests Super O Lube Silicone lubricant used to lubricate O rings and O ring mating surfaces Super O Lube can be ordered from Sea Bird but should also be available locally from distributors Super O Lube is manufactured by Parker Hannifin www parker com ead cm2 asp cmid 3956 59 Manual revision 013 Appendix l Functional Description SBE 17plus
56. dant sensor configuration determined by highest numbered external voltage input that is not a spare Words to suppress 4 Words to Keep B External Voltage not spare 0 or 1 2 or 3 4 or 5 6 or 7 e 1 SBE 3 or 4 plugged into JB4 Connector JT2 Aux1 JT3 AUX2 JT5 AUX3 JT6 AUXA TEMP 2 on 9plus and not using 2 3 4 W to K 1 JB5 COND 2 connector single s Air _ _ redundant sensor configuration figuration For the x e 2 no redundant T or C sensors E Configuration File opened None Frequency channels suppressed 2 Voltage words suppressed 1 ward 2 channels Number of scans averaged in Searam must be consistent with Avez programmed into Searam Deck unit or SEARAM SBE 17plus SEARAM Select SBE 17plus SEARAM Example f Ave 24 Searam averaged 24 scans saving data to STEN Iris RS 232C computer at 1 scan second tiep n RATE i HER position data added NES depth data added NMEA data Surface Par C HEA device connected to deck unit SHES time added Shaded sensors cannot be voltage and Scan time r T 7 removed or changed to added are not applicable to MES device connected to ETE another type others are i optional PUS Used VIDI Gata Surface PAR voltage added Scan time added Channel Sensor P iz 1 Frequency Temperature 2 Frequency Conductivity 3 Frequency Pressure Digiquartz with TE 4 A D voltage lU pH 5 A D voltage 1 Oxygen SBE 43 b A D voltage 2 Fluorometer ET Labs
57. drop i gt 0 2 V minute calculated by two 30 second moving C Alkaline averages Reduces battery load to quiescent current once first cell in battery pack is exhausted Mickel metal hydride NiMH NiCad Searam turns off power when voltage lt 10 3 V or voltage lt 15 V and voltage drop C Mickel cadmium Mi Cad gt 1 V minute calculated by two 30 second moving l averages Reduces battery load to quiescent current once first cell in battery pack is exhausted Firmware Version 1 6 or greater Sealed Veron 1 6 or greater Report Default Help OK Cancel 20 Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 6 Click the Bottle Closure Logic tab The dialog box looks like this SBE 17plus V2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus Configuration Options Tx Setup Communication Bottle Closure Bottle Closure Upload amp SEARAM File Setup Logic Pressures Header Battery amp Options Firmware Searam closes bottles at designated pressures on upcast Auto Fire parameters Pressure to enable define when bottom is reached and upcast bottom bottle changes begins preventing incorrect bottle closure M Bottom bottle closure enabled to Minimum pressure during downcast caused by temporary 500 to determine upcast if upward movement Bottom bottle closure Bottom Bottle Closure not Enabled Pressure decrease to determine upcast db enabled not checked Upcast is enabled when pressure is
58. e sprays as they will damage the connector Note If powering the Searam externally optional install the SBE 17 junction box 1 Connect the box to the Searam using the 4 pin to MS cable provided Connect the box to the computer serial port using the supplied cable Connect AC mains power Press the red power button to provide power to the Searam The junction box supplies approximately 17 volts so Searam batteries will not be drawn down when the junction box is in use l 2 9 4 5 6 T By hand unscrew the locking sleeve from the I O 4 pin bulkhead connector If you must use a wrench or pliers be careful not to loosen the bulkhead connector instead of the locking sleeve Remove the cable connector from the I O bulkhead connector by pulling the cable connector firmly away from the bulkhead connector Install the dummy plug on the I O bulkhead connector A Lightly lubricate the inside of the dummy plug with silicone grease DC 4 or equivalent B AG XSG Connector Install the dummy plug aligning the raised bump on the side of the plug with the large pin pin 1 ground on the Searam Remove any trapped air in the plug by burping or gently squeezing the plug near the top and moving your fingers toward the endcap OR MCBH Connector Install the dummy plug aligning the pins C Place the locking sleeve over the dummy plug Tighten the locking sleeve finger tight only Do not ove
59. e Header Form to customize the header The dialog box looks like this Prompt for line 01 Ship Header information free form O to 12 lines Prompt for line 02 Scientist long Defines e Header prompts that appear for user to Prompt for line 03 pate fill in when uploading data if Prompt for popitas p o header information was selected on E e Upload amp Header Options tab in Prompt for line 05 at Configuration Options dialog box Prompt for ine 08 Lon Header included with uploaded data if Include default header form in upload file Ftomet fer line 807 was selected on Upload amp Header Prompt for line 08 Options tab in Configuration Options dialog box Prompt for line 09 Prompt for line 10 Prompt for line 11 Prompt for line 12 OK Cancel Help Enter the desired header header prompts Click OK Make the selections enter data on the Upload amp Header Options tab Click OK to temporarily save the settings in the Configuration Options dialog box and to exit the dialog box Note When exiting the program SeatermAF prompts you to save the instrument settings to the psa file if they have been modified Alternatively to save the settings to the psa file while still in the Configuration Options dialog box click on the Setup File tab and click 3 Click Connect SEARAM on the Toolbar to begin communications with Save or Save As the Seara
60. e SeatermAF s initialization file 1 SeaTermAF ini includes information on the last instrument used when the program was closed and the location of that instrument s settings psa file As a default the ini file is Double click on SeatermAF exe If this is the first time the program is used the setup dialog box appears EE SeatermAF Setup The initialization File SeatermAF ini was not Found or did nat contain essential information Please enter the Following setup information saved to USERPROFILE Local Settings Apps Sea Bird for example c Documents and Settings dbresko Local Settings Apps Sea Bird SeatermAF ini e See SeatermAF s Help files FIMPORTAMT To complete setup review Ehe configuration settings For your instrument type From Ehe Configure Menu list Firing controller amp CTD see 17plus v2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus gt Serial pork com 1 E Ok Select the auto fire instrument type and CTD SBE I7plus V2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus and the serial port for communication with the Searam Click OK 2 The main screen looks like this S Seaterm AF version 2 0a C Documents and Settings dbresko SEABIRD Application Data Sea MB Menus File Configure Communications Setup Status Program Arm Upload Options Tools Help Command Data Echo Area Toolbar Note Connect CTD and View CTD are not applicable for use with the Searam Status bar Computer Upload parameter a seri
61. e a small spark Note The NiMH battery pack fits tightly in the Searam housing When placing a battery pack in the Searam align it carefully and slowly insert it straight into the housing If not careful the battery pack shrink wrap can be torn CAUTION Do not use Parker O Lube which is petroleum based use only Super O Lube Recharge the batteries Plug the battery charger into a suitable power source and turn on power to the charger Connect the charger cable to the battery pack and charger The LED should show READY and display the battery type and measured voltage Press the Discharge button The LED should show DISCHARGE This starts the discharge cycle which discharges any remaining battery capacity Repeatedly charging without discharging may damage the battery pack The Discharge cycle takes approximately 75 minutes When discharging is complete the LED should show EMPTY Press the Charge button The LED should show Fast Charge it may also show WARM UP CHARGE REFILL CHARGE and or TOP OFF during the charge cycle The Charge cycle takes approximately 2 hours When charging is complete the LED should show BATTERY FULL Turn off power to the charger Disconnect the battery pack from the charger and the charger from the power source Reinstall the battery pack in the housing A Align the battery pack with the housing The posts inside the housing are not placed symmetrically so the battery pack fit
62. e closure 9p us only sets LI us iri Gast eb steam eee the bottle confirm bit when bytes 10 12 Frequency channel Secondary temperature used with a G O 1015 bytes 13 15 Frequency channel Secondary conductivity byte 16 Voltage channel 0 8 MSBs Rosette not with an SBE 32 byte 17 Voltage channel 0 4 LSBs 4 7 Carousel Water Sampler The Searam sets the bit high Voltage channel 1 4 MSBs 0 3 for 1 5 seconds to record each closure See the 9plus manual 9plus data uploaded from the Searam is in a hex file Real time 9plus data acquired through an 11plus Deck Unit with Seasave is one of the following file types Seasave versions 6 0 saved data coming from the Deck Unit as a dat file Seasave V versions 7 0 saved data coming from the Deck Unit as a hex file See the 11plus manual byte 18 Voltage channel 1 8 LSBs byte 19 Voltage channel 2 8 MSBs Voltage channel 2 4 LSBs 4 7 Voltage channel 3 4 MSBs 0 3 byte 20 byte 21 Voltage channel 3 8 LSBs byte 22 Voltage channel 4 8 MSBs bvte 23 Voltage channel 4 4 LSBs 4 7 yt Voltage channel 5 4 MSBs 0 3 byte 24 Voltage channel 5 8 LSBs byte 25 Voltage channel 6 8 MSBs bvte 26 Voltage channel 6 4 LSBs 4 7 yt Voltage channel 7 4 MSBs 0 3 byte 27 Voltage channel 7 8 LSBs byte 28 Pressure sensor temperature MSBs 4 LSB 9plus status pump bottom contact water byte 29 sampler bottle confirm bit and modem 4 MSB
63. ed from instrument s memory Start Process Exit Cancel Begin processing data Return to SBE Data Processing window Status field on File e f Confirm Program Setup Change was selected in Options menu If you made Setup tab shows changes and did not Save or Save As program asks if you want to save changes Processing complete e f Confirm Program Setup Change was not selected in Options menu Button says when done Save amp Exit If you do not want to save changes use Cancel button to exit 49 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 The Select Output Variables dialog box which appears when you click Select Output Variables on the Data Setup tab looks like this Select Output Variables Ea Seq H Variable Mame unit E E Average Sound Velocity Bees Fired 2 Tempertue TS 30 degC aioe Ww 1 Conductive s m pou kouri H Conductivity CE poo LOT B Pc ON CUN m s jon E ETN E Conductivity 2 V Difference 2 1 Add variable click blank field in Variable Name column click desired c fm variable in list click Add ce ensko 4 Change variable click existing variabl G Density Difference 2 1 in Variable Name column click desire H Depth variable in list click Change El Descent Rate Insert variable click existing variable E Frequency Channel below desired sequence in Variable i Modula Eror Count Name column click desired
64. emory and auto fire parameters and program and arm the auto fire see Setup for Deployment and Command Descriptions in Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam B Replace the I O cable with the dummy plug and locking sleeve and verify all other cables and hardware are secure see Deployment in Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam C Deploy the system Manual revision 013 Section 1 Introduction SBE 17plus V2 Unpacking Searam Shown below is a typical Searam shipment ET LAN 1 1 Mac Data I O cable connection to computer serial port 9plus Searam cable connection to SBE 9plus Hose clamps 3 in Mounting Kit Mounting blocks 3 in Mounting Kit SBE 17plus V2 Searam 4 pin dummy plug amp locking sleeve Carousel Searam cable optional connection to 6 pin dummy plug SBE 32 Carousel Water Sampler amp locking sleeve 9 Y i 2 of each E s Mounting Kit shown installed on Searam kit also includes Teflon tape for preventing contact of stainless steel clamps to aluminum housing 2 Spare magnetic switch plunger Jackscrew Kit ee ee t trm Spare o ring amp Spare battery end hardware kit cap o ring amp hardware kit NiMH battery charger battery pack battery charger cable amp AC power cable Spare fuses 2 for NiMH battery charger stored in compartment inside charger Software amp electronic copies of software manuals
65. er range or By scan number N range in the Configuration Options dialog box Configure menu a otes To prepare the Searam for dialog box requests the cast or range Enter the desired value s and re deployment click OK 1 Send Erase Memory to erase C If you selected Prompt for header information in the Configuration the memory and set the Options dialog box Configure menu a dialog box with the header number of casts to 0 or send form appears Enter the desired header information and click OK SampleNum 0 or CastNum 0 to D In the Open dialog box enter the desired upload file name and click reset the data pointers and cast OK the upload file has a hex extension If you selected All data numbers If one of these separated by cast or By cast number range in the Configuration Options dialog box Configuration menu SeatermAF automatically appends a 3 digit cast number 000 to 999 for each cast to the user commands is not sent new data will be stored after the last recorded sample preventing use of the entire memory capacity selected file name Push in the switch plunger to begin logging immediately or 7 Ensure all data has been uploaded from the Searam by processing and send QS to put the Searam in reviewing the data in SBE Data Processing quiescent sleep state until ready to redeploy 45 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Processing Data Using SBE Data Processi
66. ftware Install all the components or as a minimum install SeatermAF terminal program for setting up auto fire parameters and SBE Data Processing data processing purchase an instrument As software revisions occur we post the revised software on our website See our website for the latest software version number a description of the software changes and instructions for downloading the software The default location for the software is c Program Files Sea Bird Within that folder is a sub directory for each program SeatermAF etc Power and Communications Test The power and communications test will verify that the system works prior to deployment Locking Setup 1 By hand unscrew the locking sleeve from the I O 4 pin bulkhead connector If you must use a wrench or pliers be careful not to loosen the bulkhead connector instead of the locking sleeve 2 Remove the dummy plug from the I O bulkhead connector by pulling the plug firmly away from the connector Cable connector 3 XSG AG Connector Install the I O cable connector aligning the raised bump on the side of the connector with the large pin pin 1 ground on the Searam OR MCBH Connector Install the I O cable connector aligning the pins 4 Connect the I O cable connector to your computer s serial port 15 Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 Test and Establish Operating Parameters Notes
67. g Searam This section provides detailed command descriptions data output formats Carousel testing procedures deployment instructions and uploading and data processing instructions Command Descriptions This section describes commands and provides sample outputs Commands can be used in various combinations to provide a high degree of operating flexibility Review the operation of the Searam and commands before setting up your system See Appendix III Command Summary for a summarized command list When entering commands e Input commands in upper or lower case letters and register commands by pressing the Enter key Verify that the command was accepted by using the status commands DS for general status CP for auto fire status Note Commands to the Carousel typically used only if you are not using our software or for testing must be input in UPPER CASE e The Searam sends CMD ifan invalid command is entered capital letters e Ifthe Searam does not return an S gt prompt after executing a command press the Enter key to get the S gt prompt e Ifanew command is not received within 2 minutes after completion of a command the Searam returns to quiescent sleep state to prevent exhaustion of its batteries e If in quiescent sleep state re establish communications by clicking Connect SEARAM on the Toolbar or pressing the Enter key to get an S gt prompt e Commands marked with is not part of the command
68. g Searam SBE 17plus V2 Setup for Deployment Set the time and date establish memory and auto fire parameters and program Notes and arm the auto fire before deployment On the ship cables longer than 3 meters should be installed inside an earthed metal conduit by a qualified 1 Connect the Searam to the computer start SeatermAF and configure it for slectmeian This minimizes ihe the Searam see Power and Communications Test in Section 3 Preparing potential for external signals to disrupt Searam for Deployment communication and ensures that high voltage lines such as the sea cable 2 Click Connect SEARAM on the Toolbar to wake up the Searam and get are sufficiently protected Cables an S gt prompt shorter than 3 meters can be used without shielding when installing or 3 Set Up Searam Penge ng Mens enne A Set up the Searam and its interface with the 9plus after reviewing the information in this section on instrument commands B Set the date and time in the format you desire The commands are Note e MMDDYY mmddyy set real time clock month day year It is always necessary to set date e DDMMYY ddmmyy set real time clock day month year and then time e HHMMsSS hhmmss set real time clock hour minute second MMDDYY and DDMMYY are equivalent either can be used to set the date C Click Status on the Toolbar to verify the setup 4 Program and Arm Auto Fire A Select SBE 17plus V2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus i
69. greater than Minimum pressure to Stationary time on bottom 1 12 minutes determine upcast If instrument never meets this criteria upcast is enabled Bottom pressure window 1 25 db 10 when pressure decreases by Pressure Change to Enable Upcast Logic This ensures that water samples are taken even if instrument did not go as deep as anticipated Bottom Bottle Closure Enabled Bottom bottle closes and upcast is enabled when Searam determines that bottom of cast has been reached Bottom bottle is closed when pressure is greater than Pressure to enable bottom bottle and pressure remains within Bottom pressure window for Stationary time on bottom f instrument never meets this criteria Searam closes bottom bottle when pressure decreases by Pressure decrease to determine upcast This ensures that water samples are taken even if instrument did not go as deep as anticipated or did not stay at the bottom for as long as anticipated Pressure to enable bottom battle db i Report Default Help OK Cancel These examples use the setup shown in the dialog box above except as noted Example Bottom Bottle Closure Enabled 9p us descends to 550 db 7500 db and stays within 10 db window for 10 minutes After 5 minutes Searam closes bottom bottle Example 2 Bottom Bottle Closure Enabled 9p us descends to 450 db 500 db and stays within 10 db window for 10 minutes Because it
70. he settings to the psa file while still in the Configuration Options dialog box click on the Setup File tab and click Save or Save As 10 Click Connect SEARAM on the Toolbar The display looks like this SBE 17plus version 2 SEARAM 1 6 S2 This shows that correct communications between the computer and the Searam has been established If the Searam does not respond as shown above e Click Connect SEARAM again to attempt to establish communications e Check cabling between the computer and Searam e Verify the correct instrument was selected and the serial port settings were entered correctly in the Configuration Options dialog box 23 Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 11 Display Searam status information by clicking Status on the Toolbar The display looks like this S gt ds SBEl7plus version 2 SEARAM V1 6 05 12 2013 12 30 43 batt type NIMH ncasts 7 samples 22128 free bytes 16771072 number of frequency channels suppressed 0 number of voltage channels suppressed 0 number of scans averaged 1l primary conductivity advanced 0 scans secondary conductivity advanced 0 scans Auto fire not armed S 12 Command the Searam to go to sleep quiescent state by typing QS and pressing the Enter key The Searam is ready for programming and deployment 24 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Section 4 Deploying and Operatin
71. ic reed switch plunger allows recording to be started and stopped without hooking up a terminal or computer to the Searam Manual revision 013 Section 2 Description of Searam SBE 17plus V2 The Searam includes e 16M byte of non volatile FLASH RAM providing memory endurance of over 6 hours at the full data rate of 24 Hz with all channels stored e Aluminum housing for depths to 6800 meters 22 300 feet or titanium housing for use to 7000 or 10500 meters 23 000 or 34 400 feet e XSG AG connectors or wet pluggable MCBH connectors e Mounting kit e Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH rechargeable batteries in a removable battery pack and battery charger and associated cables e Short jumper cable 6 pin to 6 pin for connection to the SBE 9plus Searam modem bulkhead connector e 20 meter data I O cable for connection to the computer for setup and Notes data upload e Help files provide detailed E infomialioon the software Optional accessories include e A separate software manual on CD e AC powered junction box for supplying external power to the Searam for ROM contains detailed information testing on SBE Data Processing e Cable 6 pin to 6 pin for connection to the SBE 32 Carousel Water e Sea Bird supplies the current Sampler 6 pin connector version of our software when you purchase an instrument As software revisions occur we post the revised Seasoft V2 which includes software on our website See our l ae websieor the latest s
72. ion 013 Declaration of Conformit SBE 17plus V Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer s Nam Device Description Model Numbers 3S 3F 8 9plus 19plus V2 21 33 35 37 SI 38 44 45 63 SIM Sea Bird Electronics Inc 13431 NE 20 Street Bellevue WA 98005 USA Manufacturer s Address 13431 NE 20 Street The Authorized Representative located within the Community is Glider Payload CTD Applicable EU Directives Machinery Directive 98 37 EC Applicable Harmonized Standards Declaration based upon compliance to the Essential Requirements and Letter of Opinion from CKC Certification Services LLC Notified Body 0976 the undersigned hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above European Union Directives and Standards Authorized Signature asi ral Name Nordee Title of Signatory Date Place DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY e Sea Bird Electronics Bellevue WA 98005 USA OTT MESSTECHNIK GmbH amp Co KG P O Box 2140 87411 Kempten Germany Ludwigstrasse 16 87437 Kempten Internet http www ott com Phone 49 831 5617 100 Fax 49 831 5617 209 Various Data Acquisition Devices and Sensors 3plus 4C 4M ST 5P 5M 7 11plus 14 16plus V2 16plus IM V2 17plus V2 18 25plus 26plus 27 29 32 32C 32SC 35RT 36 37 IMP 37 IM 37 SMP 37 SM 37 SIP 39 39 IM 39plus 41 41CP 43 43F 49 50 52 MP 53BPR 54 55 56 ICC IMM PDIM AFM 90488
73. ion file defines the instrument con files integrated auxiliary sensors and channels serial numbers and calibration A new or recalibrated CTD ships dates and coefficients for all the sensors conductivity temperature and Wn COnnOur anon We a pressure as well as auxiliary sensors SBE Data Processing uses the the current configuration as we know pe information in the xmlcon or con file to interpret and process the raw data If it The file is named with the 7 j instrument serial number followed the configuration file does not match the actual instrument configuration by a xmlcon or con extension For the software will not be able to interpret and process the data correctly example for a CTD with serial number 2375 Sea Bird names the file 2375 xmlcon You may rename the file but not the extension if desired this will not affect the results The Configuration file can also be viewed and modified in SeatermAF by clicking Modify on the Setup File tab in the Configuration Options dialog box Channel Sensor table reflects this choice must be consistent with SV programmed into Searam Total voltage words is 4 each word contains data from two 12 bit A D channels Searam suppresses words starting with highest numbered word Number of words to keep is Channel Sensor table reflects this choice must be consistent with SF programmed into Searam Typically e 0 SBE 3 or 4 plugged into JB5 COND 2 on 9plus dual redun
74. m The display looks like this SBE 17plus version 2 SEARAM 1 6 o gt This shows that correct communications between the computer and Searam has been established If the system does not respond as shown above e Click Connect SEARAM again to attempt to establish communications e Check cabling between the computer and Searam e Verify the correct instrument was selected and the serial port settings were entered correctly in the Configuration Options dialog box 4 Display Searam status information by clicking Status on the Toolbar The display looks like this S gt ds SBEl7plus version 2 SEARAM V1 6 12 12 2013 12 30 43 batt type NIMH ncasts 7 samples 22128 free bytes 16771072 number of frequency channels suppressed 0 number of voltage channels suppressed 0 number of scans averaged 1 primary conductivity advanced 0 scans secondary conductivity advanced 0 scans Auto fire not armed S 44 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 5 Ifyou have not already done so command the Searam to stop logging by pulling out the switch plunger 6 Click Upload on the Toolbar to upload stored data SeatermAF responds as follows before uploading the data A SeatermAF sends status DS and display headers DH commands and displays the responses These commands provide you with information regarding the number of scans and casts in memory B Ifyou selected Single cast By cast numb
75. m receives setup instructions and outputs diagnostic information or previously recorded data via a 3 wire RS 232C link and is factory configured for 9600 baud 8 data bits 1 stop bit and no parity Searam RS 232 levels are directly compatible with standard serial interface cards IBM Asynchronous Communications Adapter or equal The Searam is shipped from the factory with the batteries installed with the Searam in quiescent sleep state drawing less than 50 microamps To preserve battery life the Searam enters quiescent sleep state when e logging is halted by pulling out the switch plunger or e the Searam is not logging and more than 2 minutes has elapsed without receiving a command An internal A D converter monitors the battery supply to permit orderly shut down in the case of battery failure or exhaustion The Searam s non volatile memory retains all data in memory regardless of battery failure or exhaustion Battery Pack The battery pack consists of twelve NiMH rechargeable D cell batteries NiMH batteries are recommended for most applications An SBE 9plus without auxiliary sensors can typically operate in excess of 10 hours with NiMH batteries a system with auxiliary sensors can typically operate for at least 7 hours A Ni Cad rechargeable D cell battery pack or alkaline D Cell batteries can be substituted for the NiMH batteries e Ni Cad no longer available A 9p us without auxiliary sensors can typically ope
76. m setup tile processed and data files have different saved version K data Debbie DatCnv psa configuration files For example if processing test hex and test1 hex and Open Save Save As Restore this option is selected program searches oe ah anes file for test xmlcon and test1 xmlcon same ocation select to pick a SES directory as test hex and test1 hex if it different xmlcon or con file or Instrument configuration File does not find xmlcon files it searches for Modify to view and or modify KE data Debbie test con con files instrument configuration Select Modiy T7 Input directory atch instrument configuration to input file Directory and file names for raw data hex from CTD Select to pick a different file E data D ebbie To process multiple raw data files from same directory Input files 1 selected 1 Click Select testhex 2 In Select dialog box hold cundo down Ctrl key while clicking on each desired file Output directory data Debbie Directory and file names for converted output cnv data e f more than 1 data file is to be processed Output file field Mame append disappears and output file name is set to match input file name For example if processing test hex and test1 hex Output file output files will be named test cnv and test1 cnv SBE Data Processing adds Name append to each output KS ea file name before cnv extension For example
77. n the Configure menu Make the desired selections on the Bottle Closure Logic and Bottle Closure Pressures tabs see Power and Communications Test in Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment Click OK to exit the Configuration Options dialog box B Click Program on the Toolbar to send the bottle closure information from the Configuration Options dialog box to the Searam SeatermAF sends a number of commands to the Searam transmitting the bottle closure parameters in the format required by the Searam C Click Closure Parameters SEARAM on the Toolbar to verify the auto fire parameters were entered and transmitted correctly to the Searam D Click Arm on the Toolbar to arm the Searam enabling the Searam to command the Carousel to take water samples 40 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Deployment Note It is possible to use the Searam to record 9plus data in memory at the same time as 9plus data is transmitted real time through the 11p us V2 Deck Unit This provides a data back up in case there are data transmission problems over the sea cable See the 9plus manual for wiring and deployment details CAUTIONS e Do not use WD 40 or other petroleum based lubricants as they will damage the connectors e For wet pluggable MCBH connectors Silicone lubricants in a spray can may contain ketones esters ethers alcohols or glycols in their propellant Do not use thes
78. nction mom Perform one or more diagnostic tests on l Searam Test s accessed in this manner are Diagnostics l non destructive they do not write over any existing instrument settings Interrupt Searam s current activity such as Stop uploading data or performing diagnostic testing Free computer serial port used to Disconnect communicate with Searam Serial port can then be used by another program Interrupt SeatermAF s current activity Cancel such as attempting to connect to Searam or programming auto fire See Command Descriptions in Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam Connect SEARAM Display all auto fire parameters and auto fire status Initialize Logging DS VR Flash Map press Esc key or 17 Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 3 Inthe Configure menu select SBE 17plus V2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus Note The dialog box looks like this Seasave and SBE Data Processing versions 7 20a introduced xmlcon files in XML format SeatermAF is compatible ooa onan On SBE 17plus Y2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus Configuration Options Al configuration files Setup Communication Battle Closure Bottle Closure Upload amp SEAR AM File Setup Logic Fressures Header Battery amp Program setup file contains all instrument settings Options Firmware entered in Configuration Options dialog box As a default SeatermAF saves psa
79. nd cast number after existing data has been removed from Searam and prior to recording new data Sending either sets both General Setup SampleNum and CastNum to 0 SampleNum 0 When switch plunger is pushed in recording begins immediately First time switch is pushed in after receipt of SampleNum 0 or CastNum 0 data recording starts Or at beginning of memory and any previously recorded data is written over whether memory has been erased CastNum Erase Memory or not When switch is pulled out recording 0 stops Each time switch is pushed in again recording continues with new data stored after previously recorded data and a new header written to indicate time date incremented cast number and sample numbers contained in cast Up to 100 casts may be taken or until memory is full Erase memory destroying all data in Searam All data bits are set to 1 sample number header number and data Erase Memory pointers are set to 0 Erasing memory is optional as Searam writes over previously recorded information when SampleNum 0 or CastNum 0 is used Knowledge of initial memory contents 1 e all 1 s can be a useful cross check when data is uploaded Quit session and place Searam in quiescent sleep state Main power is turned off memory retention is unaffected Searam automatically enters quiescent state after 2 minutes have elapsed without receiving a command 63 Manual revision 013 Appendix IIl Command Summ
80. ng Notes e 9plus data uploaded from the Searam is in a hex file Real time 9plus data acquired through an SBE 11plus Deck Unit with Seasave is in one of the following file types gt Seasave versions lt 6 0 saved data coming from the Deck Unit as a dat file Seasave V7 versions gt 7 0 save data coming from the Deck Unit as a hex file Basic instructions are provided for processing the data using SBE Data Processing See the SBE Data Processing manual and or Help files for details Sea Bird provides software SBE Data Processing for converting the raw hex data file into engineering units editing aligning filtering removing bad data etc the data calculating derived variables and plotting the processed data A bottle confirm bit in the Searam s data file was set for all scans within a 1 5 second duration after each bottle fire confirmation was received by the Searam from the Carousel SBE Data Processing can use this information to develop a separate water bottle file for comparison to physical testing of the water bottle samples Data uploaded from the Searam is processed in SBE Data Processing in several steps 1 Data Conversion module From the raw hex file from the Searam Data Conversion creates e cnv file 9p us data converted from raw hexadecimal to engineering units e ros water bottle file data converted from raw hexadecimal to engineering units The ros file contains the 9p u
81. ng 1s fully seated Desiccant Use and Regeneration D Reinstall the four Phillip head screws to secure the end cap drying E Reinstall the 3 plastic hex head screws in the end cap If possible dry gas backfill each time you open the housing If you cannot wait at least 24 hours before redeploying to allow the desiccant to remove any moisture from the housing Note that opening the battery compartment does not affect desiccation of the electronics CAUTION Do not use Parker O Lube which is petroleum based use only Super O Lube 2 Verify that the switch plunger on the top end cap is pulled out so the Searam will be in quiescent sleep state 62 Manual revision 013 Appendix IIl Command Summa SBE 17plus V2 Appendix Ill Command Summary FUNCTION COMMAND DESCRIPTION PS Diely operating status meme Display bottle closure para rc ors bottle closure parameters MMDDYY Set real time clock month day year mmddyy _ Follow with HHMMSS or it will not set date Set real time clock day month year ddmmyy Follow with HHMMSS or it will not set date hhmmss x baud rate for general communication and uploading 300 600 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 or 38400 x nimh Set battery type to NiMH x nicad Set battery type to Ni Cad Note Ni Cad battery BRHEEYU Dess pack and charger are no longer available x alkaline Set battery type to alkaline Initialize logging use to reset data pointers a
82. ntinued from previous page Part T m Quantity in Number Application Description RUM Assorted cables connectors dummy plugs and hardware including e 50051 Small hardware amp o ring Kit see above e 50092 Jackscrew kit see above e 171192 Plastic locking sleeve for dummy plugs e 171398 4 pin female dummy plug for 4 pin bulkhead connector e 171498 6 pin female dummy plug Spares kit for 6 pin bulkhead connector aluminum housing e 171796 13 6 pin to 6 pin cable wet pluggable connectors Searam to 9plus e 172025 4 pin bulkhead connector I O connector e 172026 6 pin bulkhead connector Carousel or 9plus connector e 23155 1 Switch magnetic switch assembly e 30044 Anode 1 for corrosion prevention e 41124B Battery cover PCB battery compartment cover plate for alkaline batteries Assorted cables connectors dummy plugs and hardware including e 50092 Jackscrew kit see above e 50140 Small hardware amp o ring kit see above e 171192 Plastic locking sleeve for dummy plugs e 171398 4 pin female dummy plug for 4 pin bulkhead connector Spares kit e 171498 6 pin female dummy plug titanium housing for 6 pin bulkhead connector wet pluggable connectors e 171796 13 6 pin to 6 pin cable Searam to 9plus cable e 172021 4 pin bulkhead connector I O connector e 172022 6 pin bulkhead connector Carousel or 9plus connector e 23155 1 Switch magnetic switch assembly e 41124B Battery cover
83. oftware e SeatermAF V2 terminal program for easy communication and version number a description of the data retrieval referred to as SeatermAF for brevity software changes and instructions e SBE Data Processing program for calculation display and plotting of for downloading the software temperature conductivity pressure auxiliary sensor data and derived variables such as salinity and sound velocity The Searam is supplied with a powerful Windows software package Specifications eects Memory 16M byte non volatile FLASH RAM Theisearanhas modam Givallage Memory 16M byte non volatile FLASH RAM drop circuitry to limit the supply voltage Real Time Clock Watch crystal type 32 768 Hz to the SBE 9plus Thus the voltage l supplied by the Searam s power 12 rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH D cell supply is the voltage supplied to the batteries nominal 8 Amp hours capacity Provides sufficient energy to power a 9plus without 9plus which is also the voltage ids i supplied by the 9plus to all its auxiliary auxiliary sensors for 10 hours 9plus with auxiliary sensors for 7 hours sensors Some auxiliary voltage sensors such as WET Labs ECO Internal Notes sensors are limited to input voltages Batteries 1 You can use 12 alkaline D cells or Sea Bird s Ni Cad less than 15 volts Twelve fully battery pack in place of NiMH batteries Ni Cad battery charged batteries in the Searam pack and charger no longer availa
84. or frequency data See the 9plus pressure sensor Those pressures are used to determine when to close bottles calibration sheet or the configuration xmlcon or con file for the PC1 x eT eosthicieni calibration coefficients PC2 x sco oec PC3 x x C3 coefficient PD x x D coefficient PT1 x x T1 coefficient PT2 x x T2 coefficient PT3 x x T3 coefficient PT4 x x T4 coefficient PADM x X Adm coefficient PADB x X Adb coefficient 33 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Data Output Formats Notes Data Storage e Oplus output format differs from the Searam s in several respects The Searam changes the order Data uploaded from the Searam as a hex file Data is stored 3 bytes per of the output SBE Oplus word except for the pressure word 4 bytes When uploaded the The Searam strips 9plus bytes binary data is converted to ASCII hex and a carriage return and line feed is sent 31 36 unused and marker after the last byte in the scan The Searam automatically suppresses any unused bytes and any unused words from the 9p us When no frequency or voltage channels are suppressed frequency or voltage channels data storage in the Searam is from the data Searam The Searam overwrites the bytes 0 2 Frequency channel Primary temperature bottle confirm bit from the bytes 3 5 Frequency channel Primary conductivity 9plus to record each Carousel b 6 9 F 7 I P bottl
85. perating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Notes General Setup Commands e DDMMYY and MMDDYY are equivalent Either can be used to set the date It is always necessary to set date and then time If a new date is MMDDYY mmddyy Set real time clock month day and year Must be followed by HHMMSS to set time DDMMYY ddmmyy Set real time clock day month and year Must be followed by HHMMSS to set time entered but not a new time the new date will not be saved If a new time is entered without first entering a new date the date will reset to the last date it was set for with MMDDYY or DDMMYY If the battery pack has been removed and replaced date and time must be reset HHMMSS hhmmss Set real time clock hour minute and second Example Set date and time to December 23 2013 19 10 26 user input in bold S gt MMDDYY 122313 Setting date 122913 S gt HHMMSS 191026 Note The Searam s baud set with Baud must be the same as SeatermAF s baud rate set in the Configure menu Baud x Battery Type x CAUTION inis The Searam has no clamp or voltage drop circuitry to limit the supply voltage to the SBE 9plus Thus the voltage supplied by the Searam s power supply is the voltage supplied to the 9plus which is also the voltage supplied by the 9p us to all its auxiliary sensors Some auxiliary voltage sensors such as WET Labs ECO sensors are limited to input voltages less than 15 volts Twelve fully charged bat
86. pload hex File SeatermAF prompts for beginning and ending scan sample numbers and f Prompt for header information Do not include header information uploads all data within range into one file Click to customize header form see Uploading Data in Section 4 Deploying and Configure Header Form Operating Searam Defines header information included with uploaded data e Prompt for header information default Each time data is uploaded user is prompted to fill out user defined header form Include default header form in upload C Include default header information file User defined default header form included in upload file User is not prompted to add any information when data is uploaded Do not include default header form in upload file Header information not included in upload file SeatermAF uploads CTD data in blocks and calculates a checksum at end of each block If block fails checksum verification SeatermAF tries to upload block of data again cutting block size in half For 17plus V2 default block size is 200 scans samples Scans per black Far CTD upload zn Report Default Help OK Cancel 9 Click OK to temporarily save the settings in the Configuration Options Note dialog box and to exit the dialog box When exiting the program SeatermAF prompts you to save the instrument settings to the psa file if they have been modified Alternatively to save t
87. provided by U15 e Memory Two 8 MB FLASH RAM chips U20 and 21 provide main data memory 60 Manual revision 013 Appendix Il Electronics Disassembly Reassembl SBE 17plus V2 Appendix II Electronics Disassembly Reassembly Sea Bird provides a jackscrew kit with the Searam to assist in removal of the Jackscrew connector end cap The kit contains kit e 2 Allen wrenches e 3jackscrews e 2spare plastic socket hex head screws Disassembly Note Remove the connector end cap and attached electronics PCB assembly Wire not shown connects plunger as follows to grounding strap to prevent accidental loss of plunger 1 Wipe the outside of the end cap and housing dry being careful to remove any water at the seam between them Remove plastic hex head Do not remove screws and install 2 Remove the four Phillips head screws securing the end cap to the housing this screw jackscrews in their place Do not remove the fifth screw which is an electrical connector 3 Remove the three plastic hex head screws from the end cap using the larger Allen wrench Insert the three jackscrews in theses three holes in Pamave the end cap When you begin to feel resistance use the smaller Allen 4Philips wrench to continue turning the screws Turn each screw turn at a time head As you turn the jackscrews the end cap will push away from the housing screws When the end cap is loosened pull it and the PCB assembly out of the housing
88. proximately 20 a gt lt a Carousel Setup VR minutes and cannot be stopped once it begins Display results of mapping from Flash Initialize Press Esc Sa MAD key to abort at any time 64 M anual revision 013 Appendix IIl Command Summa SBE 17plus V2 FUNCTION COMMAND DESCRIPTION x total number of bottles to be closed during deployment NB x maximum 24 Perform bottle closure n at pressure m decibars Commands s nattenicall BC n m Repeat NB times providing each closure pressure yp y Default 0 decibars for each bottle 9 sent Searam allows bottles to be fired out of numerical sequence Auto Fire Bottle closure n closes bottle number m General Setup M BS n m Repeat NB times providing closure sequence for each bottle Default is n equals m bottles close in order of bottle number x Y Enable bottom bottle closure close a bottle when Commands BBx pressure remains within BBP decibars for BBT minutes not typically x N Disable bottom bottle closure Seni Bone BBP x x bottom bottle pressure window decibars Bottom BBT x x bottom bottle time minutes Tent Lacie BUP X x pressure decibars to enable upcast Upcust Lobie X pressure decibars to enable upcast Setup BUD x X pressure decrease decibars from maximum to enable upcast Commands x C coefficient not typically x C2 coefficient sent Pressure x C3 coefficient Coefficients PD x
89. r 1 4096 5 256 10 16 11 5547 nz 1 4096 0 256 11 16 4 4276 frequency sample 1 4276 27 648 000 1 152 000 3 837 5547 34254 684 Hz 36 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Format Type 3 Modulo word ASCII hex data uploaded 6 characters c1 c2 c3 c4 c5 c6 SBE Data Processing performs the following calculations e Convert ASCII hex data to decimal d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 e Calculate m0 d1 16 d2 ml d3 16 d4 m2 d5 16 d6 m0 and the first four bits of m1 is the pressure sensor temperature compensation information m2 is the incrementing modulo count Example of Calculation performed in Data Conversion in SBE Data Processing ASCII hex data A500C7 dl 10 d2 5 d3 0 d4 0 d5 12 d6 7 m0 10 16 5 165 ml 0 16 0 0 m2 12 16 7 199 Format Type 4 Voltages two 12 bit A D channels ASCII hex data uploaded 6 characters c1 c2 c3 c4 c5 c6 SBE Data Processing performs the following calculations e Convert ASCII hex data to decimal d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 e Calculate N a dl 256 d2 16 d3 N b d4 256 d5 16 d6 V a 5 1 N a 4095 volts V b 5 1 N b 4095 volts Example of Calculation performed in Data Conversion in SBE Data Processing ASCII hex data 4510B5 dl 4 d2 5 d3 1 d4 0 d5 11 d6 5 N a 4 256 5 16 1 1105 N b 0
90. rate in excess of 6 hours with Ni Cad batteries a system with auxiliary sensors can typically operate for at least 4 hours e Alkaline A 9plus without auxiliary sensors can typically operate for approximately 12 hours with alkaline batteries depending on temperature Back Up Power An auxiliary power source may be connected to the main I O bulkhead to permit testing and data retrieval without affecting battery capacity 14 Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment This section describes software installation and the pre check procedure for preparing the Searam for deployment Software Installation Notes e Help files provide detailed information on the software A separate software manual on the CD ROM contains detailed information on SBE Data Processing It is possible to use the Searam 1 without SeatermAF by sending direct commands from a dumb terminal or terminal emulator such as Windows Seasoft V2 was designed to work with a PC running Windows XP service pack 2 or later Windows Vista or Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit If not already installed install SeatermAF and other Sea Bird software on your computer using the supplied software Insert the CD in your CD drive 2 Double click on SeasoftV2 exe Follow the dialog box directions to install HyperTerminal Sea Bird supplies the current version of our software when you the so
91. rked with bottle confirm bit v file with header in hdr ba Bia l inta iore acan range offset s if Define scans from 9plus data file to be included in bottle file Ren bu Lor d _ je Offset defines first scan output to ros bottle file for each bottle relative to first ith bottle confirm bit set extension in same Scan range duration s 2 scan with bottle confirm bit se e Duration defines number of scans output to ros bottle file for each bottle Example Data stored in Searam at full rate 24 scans sec Confirmation bit is directory as input file Merge separate header tile set from scan 10 000 for 1 5 sec If offset is 2 sec and duration is 5 sec 10 000 2 sec offset 24 scans sec 9 952 Select which variables 9 952 5 sec duration 24 scans sec 10 072 elect Output Variables to convert and output P Therefore scans 9 952 through 10 072 will be written to ros file see dialog box below Source for start time in output crv header an a Select start time source for header instrument s time stamp System UTC e Instrument s time stamp instrument s time a stamp in first data scan if available or in NMEA time C Upload time header of input raw data file e NMEA time Not applicable with Searam e System UTC computer time in first data scan Prompt for start time andor nate if available or in header of input raw data file e Upload time time that data was upload
92. rtighten the locking sleeve and do not use a wrench or pliers 1 each end of Searam Aluminum housing Verify that the anodes have not eroded away Verify that the hardware and external fittings are secure Verify that the cable connections from the Searam to the 9p us and the Carousel are secure If not follow the procedure described in Steps 1 through 3 to remove and reinstall the cables Push in the Searam s switch plunger The Searam is ready to go in the water Note that the 9p us pump only runs when there is salt water in the conductivity cell 4 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Recovery WARNING If the Searam CTD or Carousel stop working while underwater are unresponsive to commands or show other signs of flooding or damage carefully secure the instruments away from people until you have determined that abnormal internal pressure does not exist or has been relieved Pressure housings may flood under pressure due to dirty or damaged o rings or other failed seals When a sealed pressure housing floods at great depths and is subsequently raised to the surface water may be trapped at the pressure at which it entered the housing presenting a danger if the housing is opened before relieving the internal pressure Instances of such flooding are rare However a housing that floods at 5000 meters depth holds an internal pressure of more than 7000 psia and has the
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94. s data for 1 5 seconds after each bottle firing as well as additional data for a user selected range of scans before and after each bottle firing 2 Bottle Summary module The ros file created by Data Conversion is processed by Bottle Summary which creates a bottle data summary btl file The btl file includes e Bottle position optional bottle serial number and date and time e User selected derived variables computed for each bottle from mean values of input variables temperature pressure conductivity etc e User selected averaged variables computed for each bottle from input variables 3 Additional processing of cnv data align filter remove bad data etc calculate derived variables and plot data using SBE Data Processing s other modules Verification of the instrument configuration xmlcon or con file and the use of Data Conversion and Bottle Summary is described below see the SBE Data Processing manual help files for details 46 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Notes Verifying Contents of Configuration xmlcon or con File e Seasave and SBE Data Processing versions 7 20a introduced xmlcon Verify the contents of the configuration file by clicking 911 917plus in SBE files in XML format SeatermAF is Data Processing s Configure menu and then clicking Open in the dialog box compatible with both xmlcon and to select the desired file The configurat
95. s into the housing only one way Looking at the bottom of the battery pack note that one tube is closer to the edge than the others corresponding to the post that is closest to the housing Reinstall the three cap screws until they are snug against the top plate While pushing hard on the protective plastic plate to depress the spring contacts at the bottom of the compartment continue to tighten the cap screws Repeat until all three cap screws are tightened and the battery pack cannot be pushed further into the housing The screws must be fully tightened or battery power to the circuitry will be intermittent Reinstall the battery end cap A Remove any water from the O rings and mating surfaces with a lint free cloth or tissue Inspect the O rings and mating surfaces for dirt nicks and cuts Clean or replace as necessary Apply a light coat of O ring lubricant Parker Super O Lube to O ring and mating surfaces Carefully fit the end cap into the housing and rethread the end cap into place Use a wrench on the white plastic bar to ensure the end cap is tightly secured Verify that the switch plunger on the top end cap is pulled out so the Searam will be in quiescent sleep state 55 Manual revision 013 Section 5 Routine Maintenance SBE 17plus V2 Recharging Ni Cad Batteries Note Ni Cad battery pack and charger are no longer available 1 Remove the battery end cap A Wipe the outside of the battery end cap end
96. sel through the Searam 1 Connect the Carousel to the Searam 2 Connect the Searam to the computer start SeatermAF and configure it for the Searam see Power and Communications Test in Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment 3 In SeatermAF click Connect SEARAM on the Toolbar to establish communications with the Searam 4 Type CO and press the Enter key to turn on power from the Searam to the Carousel 5 Type SR and press the Enter key to send the reset command to the Carousel 6 To manually simulate sequential firing Type SF fire first or next bottle and press the Enter key Repeat as desired 7 To manually simulate firing in user specified order Type SNx where x bottle position number in ASCII first bottle position number is 1 and press the Enter key Repeat as desired 4 aM 22 SNF 5 48eNNS 23 SNG 6 8SN6 24 M 8 SNB 2 N 9 SND 27 SNK 8 Type CF to turn off Searam power to the Carousel Failure to send this command will drain the Searam batteries Testing system firing of bottles in response to changes in pressure is more difficult and requires connecting a variable pressure source to the SBE 9plus pressure port to simulate ocean pressure during downcast and upcast Do not use pressures greater than the capacity of the 9plus pressure sensor or you will damage the pressure sensor 39 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operatin
97. stop test Test EEPROM Perform memory test destroying all data in Searam This test maps any bad data blocks in memory allowing Searam to avoid using those blocks when recording data Test requires approximately 20 minutes to perform and cannot be stopped once it begins Display results of mapping from Flash Initialize Press Esc key to abort at any time Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Note Verify auto fire parameters auto fire general setup bottom bottle closure and upcast logic setup and pressure coefficients with the CP command before deploying the system Commands Not Typically Sent by User The user does not typically send the remaining commands These involve setting up auto fire parameters which are more easily set up in the Configuration Options dialog box select SBE 17plus V2 with SBE 9plus in the Configure menu SeatermAF automatically sends these commands with values based on entries in the dialog box to the Searam when the user clicks Program on the Toolbar The commands are included here for reference only Sea Bird highly recommends using the Configuration Options dialog box to set up the Searam instead of using these commands See Test and Establish Operating Parameters in Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment Auto Fire General Setup NB x x total number of bottles to be closed during deployment Maximum 24 bottles BC n m Define bottle clo
98. sure pressure bottle closure n occurs at pressure m decibars Repeat NB times providing each closure pressure Default 0 decibars for each bottle BS n m Searam allows bottles to be fired out of numerical sequence Bottle closure n causes bottle number m to close Repeat NB times providing closure sequence for each bottle Default is n equals m bottles close in order of bottle number 32 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Auto Fire Bottle Bottom Closure and Upcast Logic Setup The Searam closes bottles at designated pressures on upcast However the package sometimes moves upward during downcast due to ship movement These commands establish when upcast begins preventing bottle closure during downcast caused by temporary upward movement There are two cases e Bottom bottle closure not enabled Upcast is enabled when pressure is greater than BUP decibars or has decreased by BUD decibars from its maximum value e Bottom bottle closure enabled Bottom bottle closure and upcast are enabled when pressure is greater than BUP decibars and remains within a window of BBP decibars for BBT minutes If 9p us never meets these criteria Searam closes bottom bottle when pressure decreases by BUD decibars BBx x Y default Enable bottom bottle closure close a bottle when pressure remains within BBP decibars for BBT minutes x N Disable bottom bottle closure BBP x X bottom
99. t in post processing Align CTD module in SBE Data Processing x number of 9p us scans x 0 3 to advance secondary conductivity from secondary temperature in Searam to align conductivity and temperature data See discussion above for ACO Turn Searam power to 9p us on or off instead of using Searam s switch plunger This may be convenient for testing purposes Note that this command does not start logging x O Turn power to 9plus on x F Turn power to 9plus off SBE 32 Carousel Setup Commands Cx Note FXXX Commands to the Carousel must be input in UPPER CASE capital letters 29 Turn Searam power to Carousel on or off instead of using Searam s switch plunger This may be convenient for testing purposes Note that this command does not start logging x O Turn power to Carousel on x F Turn power to Carousel off Relay character string defined by XXX to Carousel XXX can be any command recognized by Carousel See Carousel manual for list of commands See Testing SBE 32 Carousel Water Sampler Operation below for an example of how to use this command for testing system before deployment Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Auto Fire Arm Disarm Commands Arm before deploying to enable the Carousel to take water samples Disarm before deploying to disable the Carousel from taking water samples the SBE 9plus can still take samples and log data in the Searam
100. teries in the Searam supply the following voltage e NiMH or Ni Cad 14 4 volts e Alkaline 18 volts Using alkaline batteries in the Searam for 9plus deployments including lower input voltage sensors can damage the sensors Note SampleNum 0 and CastNum 0 do not delete data they just reset data pointers and cast number If you accidentally send one of these commands before uploading recover data as follows 1 Send CastNum x x is your estimate of number of casts in memory 2 Send DH which displays headers If you overestimated the number of casts all headers beyond the valid ones will be garbage or will have sample numbers that are inconsistent with the previous headers If that occurs send CastNum x again with the correct number of casts 3 Send SampleNum y where y is determined from the valid DH output and is last sample number 1 4 Upload data If SampleNum is more than the actual number of samples in memory data for the non existent samples will be garbage Review the data and delete any garbage data SampleNum 0 or CastNum 0 27 04723752000 19210326 x baud rate for communication with computer and for uploading data 300 600 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 or 38400 x nimh Set battery type to NiMH Searam turns off power stops logging and goes to sleep when voltage 10 8 volts or voltage 12 volts and voltage drop gt 0 2 volt minute calculated by two 30 second mo
101. the Communication Setup tab The dialog box looks like this settings serial port baud rate data bits and parity and SEARAM Battery amp Firmware need to be entered to test communications Bottle Closure Logic Bottle Closure Pressures and Upload amp Header Options Steps 6 8 are not needed to test communications These items can be entered now or can be entered just before deployment if desired SBE 17plus V2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus Configuration Options Setup Communication Bottle Closure Bottle Closure Upload amp SEARAM File setup Logic Pressures Header Battery amp Options Firmware Cammunications between computer and SBE 17plus v2 Computer serial port baud rate data bits and parity for Serial port com 1 Data bits E r communication between computer and Searam Baud rate oeno 7 Parity Report Default Help OK Cancel 19 Manual revision 013 Section 3 Preparing Searam for Deployment SBE 17plus V2 5 Click the SEARAM Battery amp Firmware tab The dialog box looks like this SBE 17 plus V2 SEARAM with SBE 9plus Configuration Options Setup Communication Bottle Closure Bottle Closure Upload amp SEARAM File Setup Logic Pressures Header Battery amp Options Firmware e Alkaline Searam turns off power stops logging goes to sleep when voltage 10 3 V e NiMH Searam turns off power when voltage Battery 10 8 V or voltage 12 V and voltage
102. to remove any water at the seam between them Using a wrench on the white plastic bar unthread the end cap rotating counter clockwise Remove any water from the O ring mating surfaces inside the housing with a lint free cloth or tissue Put the end cap aside being careful to protect the O ring from damage or contamination If desired you can recharge the battery pack while it is in the housing Skip Steps 2 and 4 if recharging in the housing Remove the battery pack from the housing A The protective plastic plate over the battery cover plate prevents you from completely removing the cap screws that connect the battery pack to the Searam battery posts in one step Each of the screws is 12 mm 1 2 inch long but the clearance between the cover plate and plastic plate is only 6 mm 1 4 inch Unscrew each of the three cap screws just until they hit the bottom of the protective plastic plate The battery pack will walk out of the housing approximately 6 mm 1 4 inch because of the spring contacts at the bottom of the battery compartment Unscrew the cap screws again The battery pack will walk out of the housing again and should now be disconnected from the battery posts Pull on the cord to remove the battery pack from the housing 54 M anual revision 013 Section 5 Routine Maintenance SBE 17plus V2 Power switch WARNING Do not disconnect the battery while the Charger Active lamp is on Doing so may caus
103. until memory is full Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 General Setup Commands continued Erase Memory Erase memory destroying all data in Searam AII data bits are set to 1 sample number header number and data pointers are set to 0 Erasing memory is optional as Searam writes over previously recorded information when SampleNum 0 or CastNum 0 is used Knowledge of initial memory contents 1 e all 1s can be a useful cross check when data is uploaded Note Searam automatically enters sleep QS Quit session and place Searam in quiescent sleep state after 2 minutes have elapsed state Main power is turned off memory retention without receiving a command is unaffected SBE 9plus Setup Commands Ave x x number of 9p us scans to average in Searam 1 96 Averaging reduces data storage requirements but also reduces resolution Notes For Avez SFz and SVz e See Data Output Formats after these Command Descriptions Example Set number of scans to average to 12 providing effective scan rate of 2 Hz 7 24 Hz 12 user input in bold for details on how these parameters affect data storage in the Searam e The 9plus configuration xmlcon or con file must match these SF x x number of 9p us frequency channels to suppress selections when processing in Searam Unused channels are not stored in uploaded data View and edit the memory providing more data space Frequenc
104. variable in List includes all variables that can be converted from input data file or derived from variables in input data file list click Insert Output variables selected here will be put in both the cnv and ros files 50 Manual revision 013 Section 4 Deploying and Operating Searam SBE 17plus V2 Bottle Summary In SBE Data Processing s Run menu select Bottle Summary The File Setup tab in the dialog box is similar to the one shown and described for Data Conversion above The input files for Bottle Summary are the ros file created in Data Conversion and the CTD configuration xmlcon or con file e Additionally if a sn file same name as input ros file with sn extension is found in the input file directory bottle serial numbers are inserted Note between the bottle position and date time columns in the btl file output You can create a sn file in a The format for the sn file is Bottle position serial number with a comma separating the two fields text editor The Data Setup tab in the dialog box looks like this c Bottle Summary File Options Help File Setup Data Setup Header View Output min max values fot averaged variables Select input variables to be averaged Mean and Select Averaged Variables standard deviation will be calculated and output for each bottle e f Output min max values for averaged variables Ignored if not computing oxygen in derived
105. ving averages This reduces battery load to quiescent current 50 microamps once first cell in battery pack is exhausted x nicad Set battery type to Ni Cad Searam turns off power stops logging and goes to sleep when voltage 10 3 volts or voltage 15 volts and voltage drop gt 1 volt minute calculated by two 30 second moving averages This reduces battery load to quiescent current 50 microamps once first cell in battery pack is exhausted Note Ni Cad battery pack and charger no longer available x alkaline Set battery type to alkaline Searam turns off power stops logging and goes to sleep when voltage 10 3 volts Initialize logging Use one of these commands to reset data pointers and cast number after existing data has been uploaded from Searam and prior to recording new data Sending either command sets both SampleNum and CastNum to 0 When switch plunger is pushed in recording begins immediately First time switch is pushed in after receipt of SampleNum 0 or CastNum 0 recording starts at beginning of memory and any previously recorded data is written over whether memory has been erased see Erase Memory or not When plunger is pulled out recording stops Each time plunger is pushed in again recording continues with new data stored after previously recorded data and a new header written to indicate time date incremented cast number and sample numbers contained in cast Up to 100 casts can be taken or
106. y xmlcon or con file in SBE Data channels store temperature T conductivity C diese Md Es hes and pressure P sensor frequency output P and peces ci dieud Sr S primary T and C cannot be suppressed Secondary match the ordered instrument T and C can be suppressed 1f desired configuration x 0 SBE 3 or 4 connected to JB5 on 9plus bottom end cap dual redundant sensor configuration x 1 SBE 3 or 4 connected to JB4 on 9plus bottom end cap and not using JB5 single redundant sensor configuration S gt AVE 12 x 2 Not using redundant sensors SV x x number of 9p us voltage channels to suppress in Searam x 0 2 4 6 or 8 Unused channels are not stored in memory providing more data space Voltage channels store output from auxiliary voltage sensors such as dissolved oxygen pH altimeters transmissometers fluorometers etc Oplus has 4 voltage words each word contains data from two 12 bit A D channels 8 channels total Searam can suppress voltage channels above highest numbered channel being used 9plus Connector Uses Channels JT2 AUXI 0 and 1 JT3 AUX2 2 and 3 JT5 AUX3 4 and 5 JT6 AUX4 6 and 7 Example 9plus has pH sensor connected to AUX2 with no other voltage sensors With sensor connected to AUX2 channels 2 and 3 are used Suppress channels 4 through 7 4 channels user input in bold S gt SV 4 Note that if sensor is connected instead to AUX1 channels 2 through 7 6 channels could
107. y endurance scans recorded scan rate where M memory size B bytes per word 3 W words stored per 9plus scan 10 frequency words suppressed voltage words suppressed Example Estimate the sample capacity and memory endurance for a Searam with no auxiliary sensors and full rate data 24 Hz Ave 1 W 10 2 frequency words suppressed 4 voltage words suppressed 4 words C T D and Modulo 16 000 000 1 333 333 3 x 4 scans recorded 1 333 333 scans 24 Hz x 3600 seconds hour memory endurance 15 hours With all channels 10 words per scan stored the Searam provides approximately 6 hours of memory endurance at the full data rate of 24 Hz 13 Data I O Batteries CAUTION The Searam has no clamp or voltage drop circuitry to limit the supply voltage to the SBE 9plus Thus the voltage supplied by the Searam s power supply is the voltage supplied to the 9plus which is also the voltage supplied by the 9p us to all its auxiliary sensors Some auxiliary voltage sensors such as WET Labs ECO sensors are limited to input voltages less than 15 volts Twelve fully charged batteries in the Searam supply the following voltage e NiMH or Ni Cad 14 4 volts e Alkaline 18 volts Using alkaline batteries in the Searam for 9plus deployments including lower input voltage sensors can damage the sensors Manual revision 013 Section 2 Description of Searam SBE 17plus V2 The Seara

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