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1. USER MANUA How to use the VR2AR receiver AN www vemco com Ve ry C O 14 2015 naa dina Summary of Manual This manual is intended to provide VEMCO users with the information they require to use the VR2AR receiver VEMCO highly recommends that the user fully read the manual before using the equipment or the VUE software Section 1 Introduction Getting to know the VR2AR receiver Section 2 Getting started Testing the VR2AR before deployment Section 3 Communication How to use VUE with a VR2AR Section 4 Deployment Important points to consider in a deployment plan and the most common attachment method Section 5 Maintenance How to care for the VR2AR including replacing the battery and how to prepare it for storage Section 6 Additional Information Additional information about the VR2AR that is good to know but not mandatory for basic operations Section 7 Common Questions Answers to frequently asked questions related to using the VR2AR receivers Section 8 Troubleshooting Solutions to common issues that may arise Section 9 Appendix For the latest versions of user manuals and software visit www vemco com Table of Contents L MEF OGUCEION ensine EEEa E py oy 219 OVO ON a E eee ee ee 1 Te A OIS ae E E E E ee eee eee 2 2 GERIN SAOU T E E E a A 2l Comec B WON eea a A E E 4 2e TOSUN e E bin E E E E E E E E 5 2 2 1 A TOS eea E E EEEE E 5 2 2 2 HW aler TOS aire EEE E EE A Ta 6
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3. AMIRIX Systems Inc Warranty and Disclaimer WARRANTY AMIRIX Systems Inc doing business under its trade name VEMCO provides a one 1 year warranty period for the Product from date of shipment VEMCO warrants that on the date of shipment all Products manufactured by VEMCO are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service This warranty applies to the components necessary for equipment upgrades i e the VRI VR2 to VR2W upgrade With respect to transmitter products while VEMCO is able to predict battery life with some certainty VEMCO cannot guarantee that these Products will remain functional while submerged for extended periods of time This warranty does not apply to any equipment materials or design supplied by Buyer or a third party re battery services provided by VEMCO Products for which VEMCO has not received payment problems that results from external causes such as accident abuse misuse servicing not authorized by VEMCO usage not in accordance with Product instructions failure to follow the Product instructions or failure to perform preventative maintenance usage of accessories parts or components not supplied by VEMCO This warranty shall survive delivery only on the conditions and subject to the limitations set forth below NOTICE PERIODS To receive a warranty remedy for a Product Buyer must contact VEMCO s Customer Support Department during the warranty period to receive the Return Material Authori
4. the equipment does not need to be as close in water as it does in air For example the tag could be positioned 5 meters from the receiver for testing purposes In water tests are often performed to establish an ideal range for the VR2AR receivers in the environment in which they are moored Details of conducting a Range Test are found at www vemco com customer service cs tutorials VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 VUE Communication The VR2AR uses either Bluetooth or acoustic communication depending on the nature of the communication Bluetooth communication occurs in air between the VR2AR and VUE software It is with VUE that a study is initialized and data is offloaded Acoustic communication occurs through water while the VR2AR is deployed and requires a VR100 200 receiver with a transponding hydrophone attached The detailed instructions for using a VR100 200 with a receiver are located in the VR100 200 Transponding manual This section details how to communicate with the VR2AR using VUE software and a Bluetooth connection NOTE Due to Bluetooth characteristics in water the VR2AR must Bluetooth is still a relatively new standard and we have observed that not all Bluetooth devices are created equally or work reliably To ensure successful operation with the VEMCO VR2AR we provide our users with a Bluetooth sonimnlinicaie witht ine Dueidolh USB adapter in the VR2AR Communications Package that we are confident USB adapter through a
5. Click Next to install ke ag reement and select END TAER LICENSE AGREEMENT 2 VU E in the folder Install VUE to accept and Next ce pla ature een te ae cP shown or click epee a ES ON IMTION THAT YOC ACCEPT ALL OF THE TERMS Cs THIS END if you agree to the a ae aa eee Change to select a CARDPULLY BY CLICKING OS THE VES HUTTON YOU ACKSOS LEDGE THAT VOU WAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT terms UNDERSTAND IT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY TIE TERMS AND diffe re nt folder COC TMTIOXS IF YOU BO MOT MOREE TO THESE TERME YOU WILL a pocepe tha hemp thy Liceang Agronregn Click the Install eon D Click Finished to exit the button and wait WHE oi n nanan setup wizard the VUE softwareis o installed aidia Completed the VUE Setup Wizard Click Next when it TETEE ee becomes enabled i Click the Finish button to ext the Setup Wizard VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 2 Activate Wireless feature The Bluetooth feature in a VR2AR receiver must be activated before the VUE software will be able to find and connect to the VR2AR Activation requires a specially designed Bluetooth Activator The Bluetooth Activator is a stepped cylinder made of black plastic material A strong magnet is contained in the smaller end of the Bluetooth Activator and should be kept away from any magnetically sensitive materials An orange float is attached to the Bluetooth Activator
6. Establish 10 Deployment Fact and Tips 21 Mooring line attachment 22 Device Options Logging Options 14 Sync Tag 12 Transmitter 12 Watch Table 15 Failed Open 49 Firmware Update 43 Grease O rings 35 Re arming mooring lug 25 Initialize Study 17 What is it 47 VEMCO VR2AR Manual Logging Options 14 Memory Flash 37 Time to fill 37 Time to offload 37 Options window 48 O rings Cleaning surfaces 35 Installing 36 Removing 34 Quick VR2AR facts 3 Record mode 17 Indicator 18 Release Test 49 Status Light Flash meanings 38 Status Light LED Flash meanings 2 Storage 36 Study Create station name 18 Sync Tag 12 Testing In air 5 In water 6 Updating Firmware 43 Map 45 VUE Install software 7 Local options 39 Offload data 19 Start a Study 17 Study Configuration 18 Suppressed pop up queries 39 Transceiver Tab 11 VRL file types 47 Watch Table Creation 15 8 May 2015
7. Transmit Profile Range Test 90s Transmit Profile Range Test 905 Clear a failed Release Test by securely closing the case and then click Retest while the VR2AR is in communication with VUE Release Test Passed The Release Test should change to Passed VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 7 2 VR2AR related questions 7 2 1 How much detection range can I expect Detection range depends on so many factors that it is difficult to estimate without knowledge of the environment and prior experience with telemetry Range depends on transmission power signal absorption line of sight reflection refraction multipath and environmental noise man made amp natural and the receiving quality of the receiver hydrophone Typically areas that have clear water sand or silt flat bottoms and low current exhibit the greatest ranges Conversely areas with turbid water complex rocky bottom topography and high current exhibit low ranges In all cases extreme weather events and periods of high wind waves may significantly reduce range In most cases greater transmission power output dB results in greater range For example in good conditions a V7 VR2AR range test could yield a range of 300 400 m and a V16 VR2AR test could yield ranges of 800 1200 m There are some exceptions where high power and a reflective and low noise environment may cause detection breakdowns Please try our range calculator at www vemco com customer servic
8. as may be mutually agreeable and with reasonable care and dispatch in order that the Product accessory equipment or part will not be kept out of service longer than necessary Return to BUYER ofa repaired replacement or corrected accessory equipment part or Product shall be at VEMCO s expense Title to and risk of loss of the Product accessory equipment or part returned to VEMCO pursuant hereto Shall at all times remain with the BUYER except that title to a returned accessory equipment part or Product shall pass to VEMCO concurrently with shipment to BUYER of any item furnished by VEMCO to BUYER as a replacement therefore VEMCO shall have only such responsibility for any Product accessory equipment or part owned by the BUYER and in the possession of VEMCO as Is chargeable by law to a bailee for hire but shall not be chargeable for loss of use thereof WEAR AND TEAR Normal wear and tear and the need for regular maintenance shall not constitute a defect under this warranty DISCLAIMER AND RELEASE THE WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES OF VEMCO AND THE REMEDIES OF BUYER SET FORTH HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN SUBSTITUTION FOR AND BUYER HEREBY WAIVES AND RENOUNCES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF VEMCO AND ANY ASSIGNEE OF VEMCO AND ALL RIGHTS CLAIMS AND REMEDIES OF BUYER AGAINST VEMCO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE WITH RESPECT TO ANY NON PERFORMANCE OR DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT OR IN ANY OTHER THING DELIVERED UNDER
9. current e VRL files and legacy VR2 files database VR2AR_800001_20140225_1 vrl The offloaded data will be stored in the selected file type s and location regardless of if the data is directly imported in to the VUE database or not si ace If a database is not open when data is offloaded then the data will automatically be saved in the file format s and directory selected in the Options window VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 10 Disconnect communication with receiver Click the Close View button red box with white X to disconnect the communication between the VR2AR and VUE software A window will appear to confirm that you want to close the VR2AR View window When the communication is disconnected the VR2AR resumes recording with the last study that was initialized Ending communication does not re initialize the receiver VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 4 Deployment How a VR2AR receiver is deployed is driven by the environment it is being deployed in and the type of study being performed Some important points to keep in mind when designing a deployment plan for your VR2AR receivers are explained here The common method for attaching a VR2AR to a mooring line is also given along with the dimensions of the VR2AR cases 4 1 Deployment Facts Tips 4 1 1 Mooring VR2AR receivers are moored in many configurations often reflecting the bathymetry and oceanographic weather conditions A simple mooring desi
10. for easier handling and locating of the activator This activator functions with other VEMCO receivers and receivers that use a Bluetooth Activator such as the VR2W and the VR4 UWM WARNING The Bluetooth Activator contains a strong magnet Do not put it near magnet sensitive materials such as CRT computer monitors or magnetic stripes as they could be seriously damaged FLOAT BLUETOOTH wae ACTIVATOR Slide the smaller end Wait until the VR2AR s LED of the Bluetooth gt begins flashing a bright long Activator in the steady red flash once a second Bluetooth Activator The wait time is less than five Hole on the VR2AR ule seconds near the hydrophone Remove the Bluetooth Activator The flash pattern in a VR2AR indicates the mode state the receiver is in at the time A bright long red flash once a second indicates that the VR2AR is now ready for wireless communication but is not yet in communication with VUE The Bluetooth Activator can be removed from the TIP VR2AR once the light is flashing It s helpful to place the VR2AR within 10 meters 32 feet of the operating Bluetooth USB adapter before activating the VR2AR VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 3 Establish Bluetooth communication After the VR2AR has been activated section 3 2 it is ready for wireless communication with the VUE software The VR2AR must be within communication range of the Bluetooth USB adapter whic
11. need to be made for deployment situations that are not typical Never lift the weight in air by attaching to the VR2AR Always lift the weight section separately During deployment always lift the weight section separately Never lift the weight in air by attaching to the VR2AR Always check the tilt of the receiver after it is deployed to verify it is vertical with the hydrophone pointing up O 11 This is done using a VR100 200 and a transponding hydrophone Details are found in the VR100 Acoustic Communication manual VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 4 1 2 Spacing Receiver spacing is generally determined based on range testing and historical acoustic data Our position is that you should try to space receivers such that you achieve good detection probability in most or all weather conditions It is not always necessary to have 100 coverage if you have several other locations where you know the animals will be passing through However if you wish to accurately quantify the passing of animals through receiver locations then you should strive for 100 detection probability Typical spacing is usually between 100 see the Gate Design tutorial at www vemco com and 800 meters 4 1 3 Biofouling Some customers use a rubber shrink tape such as DAFLEX ST250 Cold Shrink Tape available from Digikey W211 ND to prevent biofouling on the VR2AR receiver It can be used to cover the receiver body Do not cover the hydrophone and do
12. red light followed by more flashes then contact VEMCO for instructions WARNING Do not over tighten the case pieces together or they may be damaged 8 May 2015 2 2 Testing Before deploying a VR2AR it is wise to test it with a tag and a VR100 200 receiver to verify that it is operating properly This test also creates a VRL file containing all the configuration information for this receiver handy to keep as a record of the receiver s configuration Tests can and should be done in both air and water 2 2 1 In Air Test The VR2AR can detect coded tags and communicate with a VR100 200 in Perform air tests away from air but does so at a much reduced range compared to the range capabilities electrical noise sources such when the VR2AR is in water Perform air tests away from electrical noise as motors PC screens or sources such as motors PC screens or fluorescent lights fluorescent lights To perform an in air test follow the steps below 1 Use Bluetooth to setup receiver for test 2 p 5 2 Activate at least one 69 kHz tag and place it less than 30 cm 12 away from the hydrophone so the side of the tag is facing the side of the hydrophone 3 Wait while the VR2AR records the tag s near it You can watch the red flash patterns as the tag is detected and the data is stored in memory Each faint red flash of the Status Light is a received ping and a long bright red flash is a stored detection If the fla
13. the VR2AR must be installed before the VR2AR is deployed Mooring lug replacements are available from VEMCO Follow the steps below to install a mooring lug ina VR2AR Remove the thick Retaining O ring from the end of the VR2AR There are two flat sections next to the O ring Use either flat spot to aid in gripping the O ring and removing it Place the O ring in a safe location for use later Replacements are available from VEMCO Remove the retaining pin completely from the VR2AR case and set it in a safe location for use later Use a thin item such as a pen or pencil to push one of the retaining pin into the VR2AR case and cause the other end of the pin to exit the case Locate one end of the retaining pin The ends can be seen inside the O ring groove Continued If your mooring lug has a line rope cable etc already attached then slide the Retaining O ring over the mooring lug and along the line until it is out of the way je lt g lt N 0 L a VEMCO VRZAR Manual RECOMMENDED Spread a thin coat of Molykote 55 O ring grease around the copper sleeve and inside the threaded hole on the mooring lug Also spread a thin coat around the threaded rod inside the VR2AR and on the seal at the lip of the hole Grease only this half of copper sleeve Insert the threaded end of the mooring lug shown below on right onto the threaded rod in the end of the VR2AR
14. time the battery 1s connected so always disconnect the battery when the receiver is not being used for an extended period of time This battery must be connected before the VR2AR can be initialized Lithium metal D cell batteries are classified as Dangerous Goods and t must be handled according to UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods UN3090 for batteries alone UN3091 for batteries contained in equipment or packed with it See the MSDS from the battery company for more information 6 4 1 Battery Life A new Lithium D cell battery will last approximately 14 months in a VR2AR The AA Lithium battery is dedicated to motor operation during the release process and can perform more than 100 releases number can vary based on amount of biofouling on the Mooring Lug D cell 14 months connection to the VR2AR AA cell 100 releases Approximate Battery Life Consumption Larger amounts of the D cell s battery life are consumed while the VR2AR is ready for Bluetooth communication or is communicating with the PC than during the receiver s Record mode For this reason the VR2AR exits Bluetooth mode as soon as the Receiver tab in the VUE software is closed section 3 10 If the tab is left open for 30 minutes the PC will automatically terminate the Bluetooth link and the receiver will enter the lower power consuming Record mode This auto disconnect feature which conserves battery life will only occur if Automatically cl
15. transmit feature is enabled section 3 4 The Status Light LED on a VR2AR flashes either red or green Generally the red flashes are related to received pings and the green flashes are related to transmitted pings Just after a VR2AR is powered it performs a self test and flashes both the green and red lights at the same time making the light look more of an orange colour After these orange flashes you will see either a very long green light to indicate the tests passed and all is well or a long red light to indicate there was a problem If you see the long red light followed by more flashes then contact VEMCO for instructions When the transmit feature is enabled in the VR2AR the status light will flash a quick flash for each ping sent and a longer green flash to indicate that the pings were recorded in the VR2AR memory VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 6 3 Set Local options The local options feature icon shown at right allows you to change which suppressed pop up queries are visible This feature is only enabled on the ribbon if there are queries that have been suppressed To enable a query select Always Ask and that query will be enabled the next time that feature is used For example if Confirm before closing VR2AR is selected then a query will open the next time Bluetooth communication with a VR2AR is closed VR2AR 800001 Changing an action is also possible in the Control Setting window
16. with your thumb and finger approximately 5 cm apart It s best to start with the O ring farthest from the case threads 2 Pull your thumb and finger towards each other while maintaining your grip on the O ring This requires pressure against the O ring and should produce a loop of exposed O ring 3 Grab the exposed O ring and pull it away from the end cap so it moves along the body of the receiver 4 Repeat Steps 3 for the other O ring 5 Clean any O ring grease on the internal casing VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 5 2 2 Clean O ring Surfaces The O ring surfaces must be clear of all debris and dirt Any debris could cause water to enter the case and destroy the receiver An O ring surface is any surface the O ring touches The VR2AR has three the two grooves the O rings sit in and the smooth area inside the Outer Cylinder that sits between the threads and the end of the cylinder O Ring Surfaces An O ring surface is any surface the O ring touches The VR2AR has three the two grooves between the threads and the LED on the end cap and the first flat section inside the Outer Cylinder 2 cm It is vital that all O ring surfaces are clean and damage free or water may work its way inside the case and destroy the electronics within the VR2AR receiver 1 Use a lint free cloth to clean the old grease and any debris from the O rings and the O ring surfaces A lint free swab is very helpful for cleaning inside the g
17. ER shall not permit any person other than BUYER and its employees to use or make use of the Embedded Software and or IP BUYER shall not and shall not permit any third party to modify adapt translate reverse engineer decompile disassemble or create derivative works based on the Embedded Software and or IP This license is assigned to the Product with which you have acquired the Embedded Software and or IP If the Product purchased is a Transmitter product be advised that the license life is equal to the operational life EXPORT Products and associated materials supplied or licensed hereunder may be subject to various export laws and regulations It is the responsibility or BUYER to comply with such laws and regulations NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT It is fully understood by the parties that the price of the Product and other mutual agreements of the parties set forth in this agreement were arrived at in consideration of this warranty SPECIFICALLY INCLUDING THE WAIVER RELEASE AND RENUNCIATION BY BUYER SET FORTH ABOVE DISCLAIMER AND RELEASE VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 9 5 Glossary Bluetooth wireless technology A technology based on the Bluetooth standard which provides for fast wireless communication in air typically over a 10 meter range Bluetooth USB Adapter This is a physical device that attaches to the PC USB port and enables your PC to communicate wirelessly to the VR2AR receiver Code Map Collection of code spaces that defin
18. Each of these settings was originally selected by choosing to suppress arti a a pop up query You may change the settings or restore the pop ups without enabling the query For example if No was selected when When a pop up is restored the setting will no longer appear in this list the Import offloaded files into database was disabled and you now Question Answer Always Ask want to import the data without being queried each time then click the ee WA drop down menu next to the answer and select Yes from the list a Wa m Verify PC clock before use N A Be sure to select OK to apply the changes VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 6 4 Batteries The VR2AR receiver is powered by a D size 3 6 Volt Lithium battery with a connector attached the Tadiran TL 5930 F and a Tadiran TLM 1550 4 Volt AA Lithium battery Specifications for both batteries are found in section 9 3 Appendix Other battery options including a non dangerous goods battery option are available directly from VEMCO Contact VEMCO if you are interested in more information on these alternatives The D cell battery powers the functions related to transmitting receiving and storing data Most of the battery related information in this manual relates to the D cell battery The AA battery powers the release motor and contains enough power to allow more than 100 releases depending on the amount of resistance given the moto
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20. Turn the mooring lug clockwise to thread it onto the rod in the VR2AR Stop when the lug stops and don t over tighten Insert the retaining pin into the case until it stops but keep pressure on the pin Slide the Retaining O ring over the Mooring Lug and slip one side of the O ring into the groove Turn the mooring lug counterclockwise slightly until the pin slides farther into the case Center the pin within the case so neither end is protruding WARNING The pin prevents the lug from turning during Continued A release Failure to install this pin would DO NOT grease the result in the lug not releasing retaining O ring N 19 VEMCO VR2AR Manual I MBN BUNS Push the Retaining O ring over the edge of the case so it sits in the groove Check the circumference of the case to verify the O ring is securely in the groove VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 5 Maintenance 5 1 Main Battery Replacement Replacing the main battery D cell in the VR2AR requires four basic steps 1 Opening the case section 5 1 1 2 Removing the battery section 5 1 2 3 Inserting the battery section 5 1 3 4 Closing the case section 5 1 4 5 1 1 Open the VR2AR Case A steel rod is necessary to properly open and close the VR2AR case Every shipment of new VR2AR receivers includes a steel rod Make sure there is absolutely no water on or near the VR2AR case Water even in a small quantity can d
21. VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 If you have replaced the battery click Yes A confirmation dialog box appears A Are you sure the battery was replaced on 2015 04 3007 Click Yes The reset dialog box disappears and the receiver and VUE software are now synchronized with a new date for battery replacement If you did NOT replace the battery If you had not connected to VUE after having a Power OFF and Power ON event and your current battery 1s still good click No The reset dialog box disappears and the receiver and VUE software are now synchronized with a new date for battery replacement Your receiver is now ready for use VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 8 2 VR2AR case related troubleshooting 8 2 1 The threads have been damaged It s very important that the threads on the end cap are not dented or the outer cylinder will not thread onto the end cap properly If the threads on the end cap are slightly dented use a sharp knife such as an X Acto knife to remove the deformed plastic until the sides of the thread are smooth and below the normal line of the thread It is important that there is nothing sticking out of the thread to damage the thread on the outer cylinder or prevent the case from closing 8 2 2 I think the case might be pressurized When handled correctly the VR2AR pressure case and seal have a static depth rating of 500 meters 730 psi If the receiver experiences a pressure greater tha
22. VEMCO VRZAR Manual May 2015 o 5 1 3 Install Battery With the case open you can install the new battery If there is a used battery in the receiver use the instructions found in Section 5 1 2 to remove the battery before inserting the new one Some VR2AR receivers are shipped with the battery inside the receiver but not connected If this is the case for your receiver then move to Step 2 in the instructions below to power your VR2AR Slide the wireless end of the Lithium D cell battery against the foam pad closest to the flat end of the receiver and inside the battery compartment see arrow in photo below and left Press the wired end of the battery down into the battery compartment Position the receiver so you can see the Status Light Connect the two battery connector halves together until a click is heard and the VR2AR receiver s light begins flashing Watch for a long green light to indicate the self tests were successful If you see the long red light followed by more flashes then contact VEMCO for otor Battery BAT507000 instructions AA LANLYAA 4 WANA Ah A kA N SL AA ALAND ee NOTE If the VR2AR was in Recording mode i e as Study had been initialized see section 3 8 when the battery was disconnected then it will immediately return to recording detections after the battery has been replaced Settings are not lost when the power is disconnected VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 5 1 4 Close th
23. ad your data may result in no detection data Setting up a receiver When a receiver is configured with a new map the data logs are automatically erased as they are no longer valid in the presence of a different code map Please offload stored data prior to installing a new code map Detailed instructions on configuring your receiver with a new code map are located in section 6 7 7 1 2 What is initialization Initialization which is also referred to as starting a study is an important step required to configure your receiver correctly During initialization you can input the station name location where the VR2AR will be deployed and set the receiver clock based on your computer clock The receiver clock is always updated based on your PC clock during the initialization process This information will be resident with the VR2AR and will be available during WARNING offload regardless of whether you use the same computer or not Initialization Offload your data first also erases the receiver log files so be sure to offload data from your receiver Initializing a receiver will before initializing it When data is offloaded from a receiver the VRL file ERASE all data created contains information about how the receiver was initialized If a VR2AR receiver is deployed without being initialized the receiver will detect tags but will not necessarily have the correct clock setting or map configuration required for proper data detect
24. amage the VR2AR internal circuits beyond repair If the VR2AR is attached to a wet rope remove the receiver from the rope before opening the case This also means the electronics cannot be exposed to a sudden change in temperature and humidity that will cause condensation to develop on the electronics and destroy the receiver WARNING A It is vitally important that the electronics inside the receiver case do not come in contact with any water or the receiver will be damaged For this reason VEMCO recommends the VR2AR be opened in a controlled environment and not in the field or on the deck of a boat Place the VR2AR on a clean flat surface so the hydrophone is hanging over the edge but the float attachment bracket is still on the surface DO NOT let the receiver fall off the surface TIP A non slip surface such as a rubber mat helps keep the VR2AR in place while opening it Continued VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 Hold the body of the VR2AR securely in place A strap wrench on the body of the VR2AR can help with gripping the receiver Insert the steel rod into the Bluetooth Activator Hole on the end of the receiver and hold on to the rod it can slide right through the hole and potentially damage something below Make sure the rod is fully inserted into the hole damage may occur to the Bluetooth Activator Hole if the rod is partially inserted Apply pressure to the rod to turn it in a counter clockwise directi
25. and disable the transmitter The release mechanism is a mooring lug that is controlled by a DC motor using a titanium shaft The exterior of the mooring lug shaft 1s copper to reduce bio fouling Some common uses for VR2AR receivers are e Monitoring fish movements using acoustic gates across shorelines e VEMCO Positioning System VPS arrays to track animals within a specific area VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 1 2 VRZAR Case The VR2AR receiver is housed in the black plastic high pressure case The case consists of an outer cylinder that is removed to install the D cell Lithium battery the endcap which houses the hydrophone and connects to the metal internal casing and the mooring lug that separates from the case to allow the receiver to rise to the surface When the outer cylinder is removed the internal casing protecting the electronics can be seen The case dimensions are found in section 6 5 A crucial part of the VR2AR is the hydrophone located at the top of the receiver The hydrophone is similar to a microphone it listens for sounds and transfers them to the electronics inside the receiver The VR2AR s hydrophone also acts as a speaker and transmits a unique ID code at a user set interval This ability to both listen and broadcast allows the VR2AR to communicate with a VR100 200 through a transponding hydrophone Like all hydrophones the VR2AR hydrophone is a sensitive piece of equipment Avoid striking the hydrop
26. and serial number Eo e pe 5 7 F Temperature 23 5 The ribbon section contains tasks and a advanced options including offloading data firmware upgrades recording initializing and ending communication New Data 27 1 kB 69 kHz map Transmit DO 469 1601 8001 69 kAz Y92707 detections 793302 pings Clock 2014 06 06 1503 35 Station None Battery 3 43 V Receiver Status Recording on Log Size 964 6 kB 5 9 Study Start Unknown MAP 113 Receiver information specific to this VR2AR is contained in the center of the window Transmit Profile Range Test 90s Release Test Passed Disable Timeout Save to File lear The Detection Monitor section displays detections that are received by the VR2AR while it is connected to VUE These detections are saved in the VR2AR memory They can immediately be saved to the PC once Save to File is selected see box at right A checkmark at Save to file will begin a file to save all detections received from that point forward The file name appears in the Detection Monitor and the file is saved to the selected directory see VUE user manual The received detections visible in the Detection Monitor are not automatically saved 15 04 00 UT Selecting Disable Timeout will keep the VR2AR awake Bluetooth communication is active until VUE is closed This is helpful when doing in air testing Leaving the Timeo
27. ar on the screen This minimum wait time allows all units within range to have a chance to reply Select the desired VR2AR from the list Select Status from the menu press 1 on keypad optional Select Get Range press 1 on keypad This establishes communication between the VR2AR and the VR100 200 and reduces the talk time necessary to communicate Press the MENU button twice to move back to the Transponding menu Select Acoustic Release 3 optional Select Status to view the VR2AR s release status It should report unarmed at this stage Press MENU to go back to the menu Select Arm from the menu and wait for the status to change to Armed Select Activate and enter the 5 digit PIN code corresponding to this VR2AR when prompted Select the right selection button Activate again Press MENU to go back to the menu VR2AR 000001 170m Enter the PIN code 00000 Activate Select Status to view the VR2AR s release status as it changes from Opening to Open and to view the depth change as the VR2AR rises to the surface If you need to release the mooring lug while in Bluetooth communication see section 0 VEMCO VR2AR Manual More VR100 200 commands are found in the VR100 Acoustic Communication manual 8 May 2015 4 4 Re arming Acoustic Release The mooring lug in the end of
28. ater in which VR2AR is deployed must not freeze Shipping amp storage 5 to 450 C temperature 1 Tadiran TL 5930 F Lithium Inorganic battery or equivalent 3 6 Volts Nominal capacity 4 mA to 2 V 19 Ah Rated voltage 3 6 V Maximum recommended continuous current 230 mA Maximum pulse current capability 500 mA Batter y Weight 105 g 3 7 02 Li metal content approx 5 g U L Component Recognition MH 12193 1 4V Lithium AA cell battery for release motor only Battery Life Approximately 14 months using Tadiran TL 5930 F Memor 16 MB Flash memory approx 1 6 million detections depending on sensor y log configuration Static depth rating 500 meters 730 psi Ingress Protection IPX8 to rated depth Bluetooth ID B012394 FCC ID ED9LMX9838 Industry Canada ID IC 1520A LMX9838 Bluetooth wireless certifications WARNING The VR2AR pressure case and seal have a static depth rating of 500 meters 730 psi Physical shocks to the receiver such as bumping into a solid object when it is at any depth can result in a considerably higher pressure on the casing than just the depth pressure and water may enter the VR2AR case If the O rings or their mating surfaces are dirty or damaged then water may also enter the receiver case If you are suspicious that water has entered the receiver then follow the suggestions in the Appendix for troubleshooting a pressurized case VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 55 9 4 Warranty and Disclaimer
29. c 36 months Exceeds battery life of the VR2AR 6 1 2 Time required to offload memory The time required to offload the data from a VR2AR depends on how much data is stored in the memory The table below lists the approximate times required to offload data from a VR2AR based on the amount of data stored in memory These times are approximations only actual offload times can vary on a number of factors including the distance between the receiver and PC the number of connected Bluetooth devices and any obstacles between the receiver and the PC that can cause interference Offload times can also vary if a Vemco supplied Bluetooth dongle is not being used i e built in Bluetooth radios in laptops 7 VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 cy 6 2 Status Light Flashes The Status Light LED on the side of the VR2AR case flashes based on the task being performed or the status of the receiver The flashes can be interpreted using the table below Two quick red flashes every 5 seconds Two quick red flashes every 10 seconds One long red flash A complete detection was written to memory One short green flash An acoustic ping was transmitted One long green flash Transmitted pings were written to memory Continuous long red flashes 1 per second The VR2AR is ready for Bluetooth wireless technology communication Red light on constantly Communicating with VUE software using Bluetooth wireless technology Green flashes only occur if the
30. co com downloads Communicate with the VR2AR receiver sections 3 2 and 3 3 Home VR2AR 800001 Click the red and blue Start Recording button found in the Receiver tab s ribbon If you have more than one receiver connected to VUE then make sure you have the tab of the desired receiver selected Verify that the PC clock is correct The receiver will be set to UTC time based on the current time of the PC The PC time and the UTC offset must be correct It is vital that the PC clock be correctly set to your local time including time zone before the VR2AR is initialized Select to erase the old data and begin the study only select this option if the data has already been offloaded to the computer Retrieve all detection logs before the VR2AR is initialized receiver s memory will be erased Select Show Advanced Settings in the Study Configuration er pie pe ee window Description Study2012 Station Name BigRock n V Fixed Station Position Latitude 44 64047 N S Longitude 063 67085 E W VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 7 Click on the down arrow to the right of the Map name MAP 112 in this case and select the new map MAP 113 8 Click the OK button to begin the study Description Study2012 Description Study2012 Station Name BigRock Station Name BigRock u u Longitude 063 670857 GE Longitude 063 670857 Advanced Settings ii ye Show Adva
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32. e cs tutorials but only use the results as a guide One should always perform range testing to determine appropriate receiver spacing For the enthusiast who wants to learn more about sound propagation try the widely accepted reference on underwater sound by Urick 1983 Urick Robert J Principles of Underwater Sound 3rd Edition New York McGraw Hill 1983 7 2 2 How long will my VR2AR battery last The VR2AR receiver will typically last 14 months on a single D cell Tadiran lithium battery model TL 5930 F An estimation of the remaining battery life is available when acoustically communicating with the VR2AR through the VR100 200 TIP Write the installation date on the battery so you know how long the battery has been in use The AA Lithium battery only powers the release motor and should never need to be removed or disconnected from the VR2AR 7 2 3 Does receiver orientation matter The VR2AR must be orientated with the hydrophone looking upwards for communication with the VR100 200 Also receivers are commonly moored closer to the seafloor than the surface to minimize the effect of surface noise and conditions VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 8 Troubleshooting 8 1 VUE related troubleshooting 8 1 1 I cannot connect to my VR2AR receiver First confirm that your Bluetooth connection between VUE and your VR2AR receiver is functional If this Bluetooth connection is functioning correctly try replacing the D cell batt
33. e VR2AR Case Before deploying or storing a VR2AR receiver the case must be properly closed and sealed to prevent damage to the electronics Even humidity in the air can over time cause damage to the electronics so it s very important to keep the case sealed with a functioning desiccant pack inside Important information about storing a VR2AR is found in section 5 3 Make sure the serial number around the outer cylinder matches the serial number on the internal casing This is particularly important when more than one VR2AR is open at the same time If this is the first time closing the VR2AR case then make a visual inspection of the O rings and the O ring surface inside the outer cylinder to be sure they are still clean properly greased undamaged and debris free Details are found in section 5 2 If the VR2AR has previously been deployed then follow the O ring inspection replacement instructions in section 5 2 to improve the seal in the case before continuing and place three new desiccant packs if the existing packs have been used during a deployment in the bottom of the Outer Cylinder past the green gold connection plate This is to prevent the dessicant packs from being pinched when screwing the top back on see Steps 4 and 5 Desiccant packs have been included in the bottom of the VR2AR to reduce the occurrence of condensation in the VR2AR Three of these packs should remain in the receiver case during stora
34. e the types of transmitters the receiver can detect Code Space Nomenclature for VEMCO tags which provides unambiguous description of the coding parameters for that tag type Firmware A computer program that is contained as a read only memory in a hardware device This program controls the hardware device and may be able to be upgraded depending on the design of the product The VR2AR firmware can be upgraded if there is a design change Offloading Retrieving data from a VEMCO receiver and storing it in a VRL file Station Name Name for a specific deployment location including lat and long parameters UTC Co ordinated Universal Time is a worldwide standard for time sometimes referred to as Greenwich Mean Time VUE configures VEMCO receivers in UTC time VRL files Binary file format for VEMCO data logs read from VEMCO receivers VUE VEMCO User Environment PC software from VEMCO VUE Database A collection of imported VRL files VRL files are all that is needed to recreate a database or to create other databases VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 9 6 Index Acoustic Release From VUE 16 Re arming 24 While deployed 23 Battery 40 Discharge 40 Installing 30 Life expectancy 41 Replacement 27 Specifications 55 Case Closing 31 External Dimensions 42 Inside 29 Opening 27 Parts 2 Visible differences 2 Code Map When to change 47 Communication Activate VR2AR 9 Bluetooth 7 Disconnect 20
35. e you sure you want to activate the E Logging Options acoustic release Watch Table Configuration Size 16 Remember The mooring lug must be re armed before another release can occur Instructions are found in section 4 4 VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 8 Record mode The default operating mode of the VR2AR is to record received pings and detections and to transmit its ID even while connected to VUE software The VR2AR enters Record Mode when any of the following events occur e The battery is installed e A study is started in the VUE software e Bluetooth communication is closed while recording is paused Bluetooth communication can close when any of the following events occur e The VR2AR is not within Bluetooth range for 10 minutes e The Receiver tab in VUE software is closed by the user red square with white X e User commands from VUE have been inactive for 30 minutes unless option is disabled section 7 1 7 e VUE 1s closed These events were chosen so that a VR2AR receiver would always be deployed in Record Mode The only way a VR2AR wouldn t be in Record Mode is if the memory was full or the battery was removed see section 5 1 3 8 1 Start a Study Always backup previously offloaded Setting up a study allows you to enter information in the VR2AR that will aid you in data before identifying its deployment location and even a description of the study such as the initializing a new s
36. ea between the threads and the end of the case You shouldn t be able to see grease globs or streaks This thin layer of grease will make screwing the two pieces together again much easier and will also help to create a better seal VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 5 2 3 Install O ring Now that the O rings and O ring surfaces are clean and prepared we re ready to install the new O rings into the case 1 Slowly move one of the O rings along the body of the VR2AR to the end cap and carefully lift it over the threads 2 Push the O ring into the first O ring groove and check the circumference of the receiver to make sure the entire O ring is in the groove 3 Slowly move the second O ring over the VR2AR s body over the threads and into the remaining groove Check that it s entirely in the groove 4 Clean any grease that may have gotten on the body of the receiver 5 Place the receiver on a clean surface so the O rings remain debris and damage free 5 3 Storage When a receiver will not be deployed for an extended period of time remove the D cell battery from the receiver section 5 1 2 to stop the VR2AR from recording This will prevent the possibility of recording pings from noise sources during storage and also saves battery life Storing the VR2AR with a depleted battery can negatively impact the receiver functionality Be sure to store the VR2AR in a safe location where the case will not be damaged Do not d
37. ed han hace rahe a ale ea cen ates 55 94 Waranty and Disclaimers aE AE T Set wi ciarnoetieannadcteaaneerseamberuinan dare 56 o OCS Sa aa a a a aa a Rear ee 57 WARNING A If the VR2AR is not used in the manner specified by the manufacturer protection may be impaired 2015 AMIRIX Systems Inc All rights reserved The information contained herein includes information which is confidential and proprietary to AMIRIX Systems Inc and may not be used or disclosed without prior written consent of AMIRIX Systems Inc The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by AMIRIX Systems Inc is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners 1 Introduction X igo 3 1 1 System Overview s201 t00 e0000 Verh The VR2AR Receiver Transmitter and Acoustic Release is a submersible single g channel acoustic receiver capable of transmitting its assigned ID code identifying other VEMCO coded transmitters in the area acoustically communicating with a VR100 200 receiver and separating from its mooring after an acoustic command The receiver operates on a factory set frequency of 69 kHz The VR2AR is housed in a corrosion resistant cylindrical plastic high pressure case The case incorporates an integral hydrophone at one end of the case and a replaceable mooring lug at the other end The VR2AR has the ability to e Detect VEMCO 69kHz coded ta
38. ery in the VR2AR with a new battery If you are still unable to communicate with the unit please contact VEMCO to receive RMA information and send the unit back to VEMCO for assessment repair 8 1 2 These detected ID s don t belong to me We would be very pleased to help connect you with the owners of any unknown IDs Use our Unknown IDs form at http vemco com customer service cs unknown ids to send a list of the unknown ID s and all associated vrl files to the VEMCO support team VEMCO will first review the data to identify false detections and provide you with a false detection report then we ll contact the tag owners for all the valid detections and request that they contact you directly 8 1 3 see a Battery Usage Indicator reset warning in VUE The VUE software and the firmware in your receiver have a battery replacement date feature that needs to be synchronized You have connected your receiver to VUE and see the following dialog box The reported battery replacement time does not match the last receiver power on time Reported Battery Replacement 2014 01 15 Time of Last Receiver Power On gt 2015 04 30 Did you replace the battery during the last recerver power on You may have done one of the following 1 You replaced a battery without connecting the receiver to VUE and resetting the Battery Usage Indicator BUD 2 You did not connect to VUE after having a Power OFF and Power ON event
39. es not leave a glue residue when removed Another option is to use an antifouling paint such as Interlux Micron CSC p TAG ID Never cover the Status Light Release Valve The release valve must be able to pop open if needed and must not be blocked by tape or paint NOTE Keep the hydrophone uncovered to prevent acoustic dampening 4 2 Mooring Attachment A common method used to attach a VR2AR receiver to a mooring line is to thread the rope through one of the holes in the float attachment bracket wrap it around the circumference of the receiver and up through the other hole in the float attachment bracket as shown below A minimum rope size of 5 8 diameter nylon rope is suggested Pass a shackle through the mooring lug and use the 5 8 diameter minimum rope through the shackle 5 8 diameter nylon rope suggested minimum VEMCO VR2AR Manual amp May 2015 4 3 Acoustic Release The VR2AR release mechanism is a push off pin that is controlled by a DC motor using a titanium shaft The exterior of the shaft is copper to reduce bio fouling Follow the steps listed below to release the mooring lug and allow the VR2AR to rise to the surface l 10 11 2 13 14 Connect the transponding hydrophone to the hydrophone connector on the VR100 200 receiver Turn on the VR100 200 Select Transpond in the main screen Select Scan and wait 30 seconds for the VR2AR s serial number to appe
40. fload memory cccccseccsseeceeecceeeceeecececeueecseessueeseeessesenseessaeess 37 62 Status Hont Flashes eoria ra a a EE a eae 38 63 WOSMLOCAlODIONS sriiiesias a a a a gee D 39 GA BAVC SS oen a eed nde cal etd vee sae 40 6 4 1 Battery EIO wcaaavahscsiiaiatscnisiaaninaara cmbarcactan osthiacidasinda tad sic enna de weapuaeNapnderelcrmacenamiacnbat 41 65 Case External DIM GMSIONS sorrire enn e EE eE RE paged ded eanscand ongseeasuanseurnes 42 66 Update FImMWarG etait rat Meaer wransenceedias Sued diata a a Sateen 43 67 NVVGUO NS OC UIA G acsearle E eee ae easels 45 7 COMMON QUESTIONS ssansnnnnsnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnns Od Al MUE related CUSSION e presini b a aaeeatyae dation 47 CAA How when do change my receiver code MAD ccccseeeeceeeeceeeeseeeesseeeeseeeenseeeess 47 PA NV aL SHIMLA ZENON ersa sak a A 47 7 1 3 Why does VUE create two vrl file types cccceccceecceeeeceeeeeeeeseeeseeeeseeeeseeesaeeeaeeens 47 7 1 4 What Date Time format is my data stored in the receiver and displayed in VUE 48 7 1 5 What does the Hide this alert in future mean ccc ceecceeccseeceeeceeeeeeeseeeseeeseeeees 48 7 1 6 How do open the Options WINKOW c ccccccsecccceeecseeeeseeeesaueeeseeeesseeeeseeeeseeesseeeess 48 7 1 7 don t want VUE to disconnect from the VR2AR after 30 inactive minutes How do F218 2501 gem en Rn ee a Or OE EN ee eee 49 7 1 8 Wha
41. ge Test 0s Disabled as the profile then the Power kow transmit feature has been disabled V Enabled and the ID will not be transmitted Transmit ID A69 1601 5 Always verify the Transmit Transmit Profile Range Test 90s Profile is correct before deploying the VR2AR VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 5 Select Logging Options By default the temperaure tilt noise and depth statistics are logged recorded once a day in the VR2AR memory The time between recordings can be changed in the Logging Options window by selecting a different Stats Period for the statistic of interest These statistics are calculated from sample values that were taken hourly By default the hourly sample values are not logged to the VR2AR memory because their potential effect on the memory levels the more memory used to store specs the less memory there is available to record tag detections The option is available to log the hourly samples and to chose which statistics will be logged If you d like to change what is logged follow the steps below Click the gear shaped icon in the VUE ribbon and select Logging Options to open aa K f the Logging Options dialogue box ap stali Firmware Transmitter Options FE Logging Options r i Bp Watch Table Configuration Acoustic Release Select which samples should be recorded in the log The NG l amount and percentage of total log usage per year
42. ge and deployment We recommend that you replace the desiccant pack with Ge Continued each deployment and with each battery replacement cycle Se More information on the availability and usage of these packs is located on our website www vemco com VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 the internal casing into the nan and turn Outer Cylinder flat end a the end cap ina first until the first threads j clockwise direction are inside the outer e when looking at cylinder f the hydrophone Ensure that the O rings b until it becomes remain properly seated too hard to turn in their grooves as the end cap is moved into the outer cylinder Place the VR2AR on its side a clean flat surface so the hydrophone is hanging over the edge but the float attachment bracket is still on the surface DO NOT let the receiver fall off the surface TIP A non slip surface such as a rubber mat helps keep the VR2AR in place while closing it Insert the steel rod into the Bluetooth Activator Hole and hold on to the rod it could slide through the case and potentially damage something below Make sure the rod is fully inserted or damage may occur to the Bluetooth Activator Hole Hold the body of the VR2AR securely in place A strap wrench on the body of the VR2AR can help with gripping the receiver Apply pressure to the rod so it turns in a clockwise direction when you are facing the hydrophone Continue moving the r
43. gn generally works well In rougher conditions heavier weights and mooring lines are usually required A buoyancy of 7 14 kg 15 30 Ibs is recommended to raise the VR2AR when no biofouling has occurred adjust this as needed for your deployment location conditions The floatation must be suitable for the depth at which it will be deployed The VR2AR should be positioned above the floor such that it has an unobstructed view of tagged animals within their expected acoustic range Ensure the VR2AR s hydrophone is unblocked e g position a buoy a few feet above the hydrophone to allow an unobstructed view of the surface and free of any biofouling In high flow locations you may consider using hydro dynamically shaped buoys and low profile anchors For the best horizontal range and acoustic communication mount the VR2AR receiver in a vertical position with the hydrophone pointing up to the surface CAUTION The hydrophone must be kept free of mooring lines and obstructions Objects around the hydrophone will adversely affect the detection range of the VR2AR receiver Attach the VR2AR s float attachment bracket to a floatation device capable of withstanding pressure since it will be submerged Hard skinned floatation devices are recommended Connect the Mooring Lug to a weight For typical deployments we recommend using 36 68 kg 80 150 Ibs weight with 7 14 kg 15 30 Ibs floatation Modifications may
44. gs e Store detections and events within internal memory Transmit an ID code at a user chosen rate select transmitting options to choose from e Communicate with VUE software through a Bluetooth connection e Quickly and reliably release from its mooring lug typically within one minute e Easily re arm the release mechanism e Allow easy attachment of floatation to exterior casing for buoyancy e Respond to a VR100 200 without entering a specific serial number or location e Communicate additional status information to the VR100 200 and make changes to select receiver and transmitter operations while deployed such as power settings e Report release status arm the release and activate the release through the VR100 200 acoustic communication e Report range and depth information as the unit is rising to the surface The VR2AR communicates to the surface through our VR100 200 active tracking receiver It is compatible with all VR100 200 models sold since January 2013 Customers will require a new transponding hydrophone to attach to the VR100 to communicate with either the VR2AR or the VR2Tx VR2AR receiver information that can be accessed through the VR100 200 includes e Unit health e Number of detections e Programmable watch table e Tilt depth and temperature e Battery life and memory usage e Receiver range which will aid in locating the VR2AR e Built in Transmitter configuration allowing users to change the power setting as well as enable
45. h is typically 10 meters 32 feet but can vary based on physical and wireless obstructions interference Due to Bluetooth VR2AR communication range wireless technology characteristics in water the VR2AR must 10 meters 32 feet through air from communicate to the Bluetooth USB adapter through air Bluetooth USB adapter Device Scan Open the VUE software The software will scan for any active devices within communication range Bluetooth Devices Scanning Wait while the software searches for receivers Serial Devices TIP If VUE can t find your receiver s try again It s not VI WUE sec uncommon for a Bluetooth scan to miss devices especially if Home Q other wireless devices are in the area lt Device Scan Add Network Link When the software finds the receiver a VR2AR icon will be Bluetooth Devices displayed in the Bluetooth Devices section of the Home tab with i the receiver s serial number for identification It will display all Bluetooth activated receivers LED is flashing bright long steady red flashes within communication range which is La atm approximately 10 meters Serial Devices If wireless communication has not been activated on the VR2AR Select a serial port to open a serial device control view then activate communication section 3 2 and click Device Scan on the software s Home tab Wait while the software searches for receivers Network Links All Bluetoo
46. he Options window The Options window is accessed by selecting the File menu circled in picture at right and clicking the Options button at the ee bottom of the menu box see arrow in picture at right The Pines Patah Options window contains the following tabs Display Offload Export Devices and Other These are described in detail in the J Tools VUE manual About VUE 6 Options s Exit VUE VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 7 1 7 don t want VUE to disconnect from the VR2AR after 30 Inactive minutes How do I change that When no user activity occurs between VUE and a VR2AR for 30 minutes VUE will disconnect the Bluetooth connection to conserve the receiver s battery If you do not want this to occur open the Options window section 7 1 6 select the Devices tab and un check the Automatically close inactive receiver connections after 30 minutes Devices Receivers Automatically dose inactive receiver connections after 30 minutes 7 1 8 What is the Release Test The Release Test is performed by the VR2AR to verify that the case is closed If the case is not completely closed the Failed open warning will appear in the information listed in the Release Test Failed open amp Retest Receiver tab An open case even if it only slightly open will prevent the mooring lug from being deployed and provides a high risk of allowing water to enter the case and damage the receiver
47. hone or allowing any object to impact it as damage may occur that would prevent the receiver from detecting tags or communicating with the VR100 200 Do not bump the hydrophone or the receiver may be damaged and unable to detect transmitters or communicate Hydrophone the receiver s microphone speaker and most delicate part l rac iw AGBEN601 60000 Status Light LED Release Valve The l light flashes red or green to indicate the receiver s status Section 6 2 has the full description m we 45562 2 red flashes every 5 sec Recording Mode 1 quick red flash acoustic ping received 1 quick green flash acoustic ping was transmitted The Release Valve will open ifthe internal pressure is greater than the external pressure see section 8 2 2 Never cover this valve complete list in section 6 2 Bluetooth Activator Hole Place the narrow end of the Bluetooth Activator in here to prepare for communication Section 3 2 has more information on the Bluetooth Activator F men on a sve wan ie Float Attachment Bracket contains two 9 16 holes for attaching a floatation device 3 N os we oonan ets MAK DEPTH a BO WOT OPEN IF r SMANUAL POR DETAI U Pressure Sensor Used to measure depth Measurements are stored in memory and reported to VR100 200 during acoustic communication Retaining O ring Holds the Retain
48. hould report unarmed at this stage Press MENU to go back to the menu 1 Select Arm from the menu and wait for the status to change to Armed m Select Activate and enter the 5 digit PIN code corresponding to this VR2AR when prompted Select the right selection button Activate again E VR2AR 000001 170m n Wait while the mooring lug is ejected from the VR2AR Enter the PIN code status is reported as Opening during this phase 00000 l Activate Find more transponding features in the VR100 user manual addendum 5 Communicate with the VR2AR again through VUE see sections 3 2 and 3 3 Before continuing take a quick look at the number of detections and pings received listed in the receiver status information Offload the data that was collected during the test section 3 9 creating a VRL file 7 View the data to verify that the data was stored and retrieved without problems Instructions for viewing data are found in the VUE manual 8 Reset the mooring lug for another acoustic release see section 4 4 NOTE The acoustic communication between the VR100 200 and the VR2AR must time out be dormant for more than 10 minutes in order for the receiver to be reset and able to release again 9 Begin another study see section 3 8 1 to erase the data in the VR2AR 2 2 2 In Water Test Tests performed in water are almost identical to the in air test explained above The only difference is that
49. icon in VUE s receiver ribbon and choose to either offload all the data stored in the VR2AR which will duplicate any data already offloaded during this study or offload just the data that was stored since the last 7 3 Offload All Data offload was performed e VR2Tx 480002 Offload New Data vR2AR 80001 O Ci Verify that the PC clock 15 the PC dock correct is correct If it IS then The time and time zone of the PC clock will be used to click OK to continue ee If not then correct the E a e ERE PC clock time and The corresponding UTC time will be used return to VUE to offload F Hide this warning in future the data Wait while the data is offloaded Progress is shown at the bottom of the VUE window The name of the file created is displayed when the data has successfully been offloaded i File successfully offloaded VR2AR_800001_20140225_1 vrl Hide this alert in future If a database is open in VUE when data is about to be offloaded an additional dialog box appears asking if the offloaded data should be imported directly into the open database If NO is selected then the file s will be saved to the directory and in the format selected in the Offload tab of the Options window see VUE manual for details and will not be imported to the database The created file choices are e VRL files only r e VRL files and CSV file Import offloaded file into
50. ing Pin in place Mooring Lug This hole is used to secure the n VR2AR to its mooring The mooring lug is left y ARKH ACO SRQAR OGoK 144 behind when the acoustic release occurs VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 2 The VR2AR is shipped closed The case only needs to be opened to power the unit Because the VR2AR is often shipped with the battery installed but not connected the first task is usually to open the case and either connect or install the battery The only other time the case needs to be opened is when replacing the battery or preparing the unit for long term storage Connecting the battery is explained in Section 2 along with opening and closing the receiver case Replacing the battery is explained in Section 5 1 WARNING The VR2AR pressure case and seal have a maximum static depth rating of 500 meters 730 psi Physical shocks to the receiver such as bumping into a solid object when it is at any depth can result in a considerably higher pressure on the casing than just the depth pressure and water may enter the VR2AR case If the O rings or their mating surfaces are dirty or damaged then water may also enter the receiver case If you are suspicious that water has entered the receiver then follow the suggestions in section 8 2 2 for troubleshooting a pressurized case VR2AR Quick Facts Dimensions 397 mm 15 63 x 81 mm 38 2 diameter Weight 2350 g in air 490 g in water Receive Frequency 69 0 kHz Ba
51. ion 7 1 3 Why does VUE create two vrl file types When a VR2AR is offloaded VUE creates a detection file and an RLD data file Both files have the vrl extension VUE only imports the detection vrl file e g VR2AR69_800001_20140120_1 vrl or VR2AR_800001_20140120_1 vrl The RLD data file VR2AR69 RLD_800001_20140120_1 vrl or VR2AR RLD_800001_20140120_1 vrl is used by VEMCO for diagnostic purposes and should be archived in case it is required by our Support Department The RLD data files have the letters RLD in the filename VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 7 1 4 What Date Time format is my data stored in the receiver and displayed in VUE All detection data and events are stored in the receiver in UTC Coordinated Universal Time UTC time is calculated by your PC and stored in your receiver during initialization Provided your computer time and the Time Zone settings are correct and match 1 e your computer time is correct for the time zone you have selected then your detection data will be stored in the correct UTC format at the time of initialization and data offload In VUE your data is also stored in UTC format in the database You can choose to display your detections in UTC your local time or in a different time zone It is important to know that regardless of whatever display format you choose VUE maintains the detection data in UTC Export All detection data is exported only in UTC unless specified other
52. ion 5 1 or offload the data see section 3 5 or both if necessary The notice window will appear again the next time you connect to this VR2AR or use the instructions for manually updating the firmware found in the next section lf you answered Yes to both of these questions then click the Yes button and continue with these instructions Assuming all data has been offloaded from the VR2AR and is safely Ay Proceed with firmware installation stored on your PC click OK to acknowledge this warning and OENE EEE T CO nti nue receiver will not be erased howewer there is always a risk of loss with any upgrade Continued VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 l l Keep Bluetooth Activator in VR2AR Verify that the Bluetooth Activator is still in the receiver or place it in the VUE receiver if it had been removed This is important as the VR2AR will require i i The Bluetooth actiwation key must remain inserted It to be In place to re establish during the installation procedure communication during the procedure A Insert Bluetooth activation key Wait while the firmware is loaded into the VR2AR The status of the update is shown at the bottom of the screen Click OK when the firmware is installed see below Confirm that the VR2AR has updated to the new firmware by checking that the firmware version number listed in the Link Status Connected ae ee Receiver tab is correct Timber W Bat
53. ir will provide reliable functionality typical range is 10 meters 3 1 Install VUE software VUE software is used to communicate with the VR2AR receiver allowing studies to be setup and data to be offloaded The software requires Windows XP SP2 Windows VISTA Windows 7 or Windows 8 The Bluetooth USB adapter is required for operation with the VR2AR receivers because they use Bluetooth communication Others receivers may not use Bluetooth communication and therefore would not need the USB adapter Attach the VEMCO supplied Bluetooth USB adapter may not appear as shown to any USB port on your PC If the Found New Hardware Wizard window opens which may happen if your PC uses Windows XP or Vista then select Cancel and continue with these instructions If you are using Windows XP or Vista then you must install VUE 2 1 3 or greater for the proper adapter drivers Windows 7 and greater have the necessary drivers installed o ee Welcome to the VUE Setup Wizard Click Next when the Install Shield Wizard Follow the link in the VUE email you received VUE is El also available at VU J www vemco com downloads begins Continued VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 Dine Khor L erri Fayre Destination Folder s 1 Pics rend cbt following Toia bonbin Sirial 7 66 E Click Next to install to the default folder or dick Change to choose another ral Read the license ne
54. is listed Strie are calculated from sample values that are typically taken hourly e every at the bottom of the window to give an indication of the 3600 seconds Stats entries are logged by default because they occupy a negligible f portion of the receiwer log memory impact your selections make on memory storage For l example logging everything uses 196 4 KiB while the ee ee E default of only storing the Stats values uses 16 8KiB detection data that can be stored in the log memory Temperature Logging Noise Logging Select O K l Log Temperature Stats Log Moise Stats ee Stats Period 86400 seconds Stats Period 86400 seconds _ 1 KIB kibibyte 1024 bytes _ also known as a kilobyte or kB V Log Temperature Samples V Log Noise Samples Sample Period 3600 seconds Sample Period 3600 seconds Y Logging Options Tilt Logging Depth Logging i Log Tilt Samples Log Depth Stats Ambient noise in the area can be recorded ee eee and viewed in VUE This information may be z helpful in comparing deployment locations Log Depth Samples and determining if noise may be affecting tag Sample Period 3600 seconds detections Total Log Usage Per Year 196 4 KIB 1 T eturn to default settings VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 6 Create Watch Table A Watch Table is a list of tags of interest and is extrememly helpful in identifying if a particular tag was in the area surounding a transciever The tag informa
55. isconnect Also be sure the temperature of the receiver during storage does not exceed the the AA battery operating temperature specified in section 9 3 It is strongly suggested that the VR2AR not be initialized prior to storage Do not erase data and a backup of all offloaded data is made immediately VEMCO VR2AR Manual S May 2015 6 Additional Information 6 1 Flash Memory The VR2AR receiver uses 16 MB of non volatile Flash Memory memory that can retain stored information even when not powered to store valid detections of coded transmitters and the date time at which the detection was recorded The VR2AR will not continue to record received data once the memory is full 6 1 1 Time required to fill memory A VR2AR receiver with 16 MB can store more than 1 6 million detections How long it takes to fill the memory depends on how frequently the data 1s received and if any additional data is being logged see section 0 for information about logging options For example if a valid detection is received every 20 seconds and no additional data is logged then it will require approximately 365 days to fill the 16 MB VR2AR memory It will take less time if the detections are received more frequently as illustrated in the table below Time required to fill VR2AR memory based on variable detection time Valid detection every Time to fill 16 MB memory 20 Sec 12 months 30 Sec 18 months 40 Sec 24 months 50 Sec 30 months 60 Se
56. l open do so very slowly to allow the compressed air to escape If the case will not open using the steel rods then it is under a greater pressure than will allow the case to open Contact VEMCO for further instructions When the pressure has been released from the VR2AR case carefully unscrew the end cap from the outer cylinder section 5 1 1 Use fresh water to rinse the internal parts of the VR2AR while avoiding skin contact with any battery electrolyte that may have escaped from the battery Do not attempt to re use the VR2AR receiver after water has been inside the case The internal casing protecting the electronics is not waterproof and the electronics have been destroyed by contact with water VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 53 9 Appendix 9 1 Cleaning Instructions Clean the VR2AR with a damp cloth and mild detergent Do not use solvents Do not use a scraper or abrasive cleaner on the LED window or the seal surfaces 9 2 Contact Information Product manufactured by VEMCO Division AMIRIX Systems Inc 20 Angus Morton Drive Bedford Nova Scotia Canada B4B OL9 Phone 1 902 450 1700 Fax 1 902 450 1704 Web Site www vemco com VEMCO VR2AR Manual S May 2015 9 3 VR2AR Specifications Length 397 mm 342 mm without release lug Dimensions Diameter 81 mm Float attachment bracket width 165 mm Weight 2350 g in air 490 g in water Receive Frequency 69 0 kHz Operating temperature 5 C to 40 C W
57. layed here as they arrive E Disable Timeout E Save to File amp 17 38 26 UTC To reset the BUI click Reset The reset dialog box disappears and the receiver and VUE software are now synchronized with a new date for battery replacement Your receiver is now ready for use VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 5 2 O ring Care O rings located in the end cap of the VR2AR case are crucial to the watertight seal of the receiver Each time an O ring is disturbed for any reason it must be checked before the unit is sealed again Something as simple as a stray hair could be the difference between a successful study and a damaged receiver Just as the O rings are vital to a good seal so are the O ring surfaces These surfaces hold the O ring in position and must also be clean and damage free or the VR2AR case could flood with water Improper care of the O rings and their Each time an O ring is mating surfaces can result in water disturbed for any reason it leaking into the receiver casing must be checked before destroying the electronics the unit is sealed again 5 2 1 Remove O rings The O rings must be removed from their grooves to allow the Do not use a sharp object O rings and the grooves to be inspected and cleaned Do not use A near O ring surfaces The a sharp object which may damage the groove surface when surface could be damaged removing the O rings 1 Use a lint free cloth to grip two points on the O ring
58. n name is selected from the drop down list Enter a Study Configuration description title for Description Study2012 this study Station Name BigRock Select Fix Station to enter lat long location of Latitude Longitude 063 670857 Advanced Settings includes changing the map T Show Advanced Settings Select or enter a station name Create a new station by entering the name in the Station Name line Choose unique station names for each deployment location and blanking interval Click OK to put the VR2AR in Recorder Mode and begin the study How do I know the VR2AR is recording Watch the red Status Light Two quick bright red flashes every 5 seconds indicate the VR2AR is in Record Mode WARNING Incorrectly changing the Advanced Settings can prevent the VR2AR from detecting your tags Only do so under VEMCO s direction VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 9 Offload Data After data has been collected by a VR2AR either during testing while in air or while in the water that data must be offloaded to be accessed and viewed Data can only be offloaded from a VR2AR receiver while it is in communication with VUE software through Bluetooth Follow the steps below to offload data Activate the wireless gt i Establish communication feature on the VR2AR between the VR2AR and the receiver see section a sa VUE software see section y 32 ar 33 VJ Click the Offload data
59. n this then water may enter the case NOTE Physical shocks to the receiver such as bumping into a solid object when it is at any depth can result in a considerably higher pressure on the casing than just the depth pressure Also if the O rings or their mating surfaces are dirty or damaged then water may enter the receiver case If water enters the receiver case under high pressure and the Release Valve was unable to open and equalize the pressures then some water and compressed air may still be in the case when it is returned to the surface This can be identified by its increased weight and a sloshing sound when the case is moved The VR2AR case will also be very difficult to open if at all possible If you are suspicious there is compressed air in the receiver case then check for air or water leaking from seam in the case where the end cap and outer cylinder meet To check for water leakaqe dry the seam completely and watch for drops of water around g the seam areka spread soapy water around the seam and watch for bubbles g indicating air escaping If air and or water are found leaking from the receiver case do not attempt to remove the end cap Instead place the receiver in a safe place and cover it with a protective layer of towels tarpaulins etc until the leaking stops If water is still in the case after the air and or water have finished leaking from the case then attempt to open the case with the steel rod kit If it wil
60. nced Settings Show Advanced Settings 9 Verify that the Status light on the VR2AR is flashing two quick flashes every five seconds 10 Verify that the map listed in the receiver information is the new MAP 113 Link Status Connected Clock 2014 06 06 15 03 36 Station None Serial Number 800001 Battery 3 45 V Receiver Status Recording Firmware Version 0 4 7 Detection Log Size 964 6 kB 5 9 Daas Bootloader Version 0 1 2 New Data 27 1 kB Hardware Version 1 Temperature 23 570 Pate eee Lou 8001 Memory Size 16 38 MB 69 kHz 92707 detections 793362 pings Transmit Profile Range Test 0s Link Bluetooth 11 Close the communication connection with the VR2AR by clicking the red box with the white X Close View on the left side of the receiver ribbon VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 7 Common Questions 7 1 VUE related questions 7 1 1 How when do I change my receiver code map Receivers must be configured with a Code Map that defines which type of tags the receiver can detect Check www vemco com for details on currently supported Code Maps and choosing the proper map for your study Changing a receiver map is not done often and should be done with careful WARNING attention Setting up a receiver with an incorrect map may result in no detection data which would not be discovered until you either communicate acoustically with an incorrect map and check the number of detections or retrieve the receiver and offlo
61. ndom transmits randomly between 60 to 120 seconds nominal is 90 seconds Select the desired Transmit Profile ID from the drop down oo list based on the Transmit Profile Range Test 905 a descriptions at right Range Test random Range Test 90s transmits at a fixed Power Range Test 90s rate of 90 seconds This profile Sync Tag determines how often the VR2AR Sync Tag transmits randomly between will transmit its ID 540 to 660 seconds nominal is 600 seconds 10 minutes Continued VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 Transmitter Configuration Select the power level at which the ID is transmitted os ID A69 1602 1 A high power setting means the transmission can be heard by receivers at a greater distance Transmit Profile You may wish to choose a power setting that reflects the output power of the tags you have chosen for your l Medium study or based on the distance between receivers High This is particularly important when using the built in alas dak aa transmitter for range testing purposes NOTE These can be compared to output power displayed on the tag datasheets Low 142 dB Medium 148 dB High 154 dB Very High 160 dB Each time the receiver transmits its a ID code it is logged in the Click OK Verify that the Transmit Profile meee receivers memory reported in the receiver tab is correct ID A69 1601 5 lf the Transmit Profile reports Timing Profile Ran
62. ng offloaded e CANCEL when you wish to continue the study that is currently running in the VR2AR receiver No changes to the study will be made CAUTION Verify the receiver you are communicating with is the intended unit particularly before initializing and erasing receiver memory files or data could be lost Communication can occur with any VR2AR or VR2W with Bluetooth wireless technology activated within a 10 meter range er Q Erase unrecovered data The receiver contains new data that has never been offloaded Starting a new study will permanently erase this data Erase Erase the receiver and start a new study gt Offload Offload all data old and new before erasing and starting a new study gt Cancel Continue current study A Erased data cannot be recovered WARNING Initializing the VR2AR will erase the receivers memory Retrieve all detection logs before the VR2AR is initialized Enter a description of the study in the Study Configuration window The station name is optional and can be selected from a list of existing stations if a database is open or by simply typing in the Station Name line to create a new station If this station is a fixed position then click a check mark in the Fixed Station Position box and enter the latitude and Longitude If the fixed location information is already entered for an existing station then the lat long data will appear as soon as the statio
63. od until the end cap touches the edge of the outer cylinder Don t over tighten the case pieces together or they may be damaged Remove the steel rod from the VR2AR case NOTE The Float attachment bracket may rotate on the case WARNING Do not over tighten the case pieces together or they may be damaged VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 5 1 5 Resetting the Battery Usage Indicator Whenever you replace a battery you must connect your receiver to the VUE software and reset the Battery Usage Indicator BUI To connect the receiver to VUE software see steps at sections 3 2 Activate Wireless feature and 3 3 Establish Bluetooth communication Once VUE has connected to the VR2AR receiver it will determine if a BUI reset is required and display the following dialog box aa SSS SEER Home Detections Events E VR2AR 545537 a of E h Reset battery indicator The receiver s battery usage indicator must be reset immediately after replacing the battery Failing to Bootloader Version 1 0 1 promptly reset the indicator will lead to inaccurate w Mone estimates of remaining battery life Serial Number 545537 amp Recording Firmware Version 1 1 t Unknown gt Reset Hardware Version 2 Reset the battery usage indicator Memory Size 16 38 MB D A69 1601 60000 Link Bluetooth gt Cancel Disabled Do not reset the indicator Link Status Connected t Passed F Detection Monitor Detections will be disp
64. on when facing the hydrophone Continue to rotate the rod and therefore the end cap until turning become easier NOTE The Float attachment bracket may rotate on the case Remove the steel rod from the VR2AR case and set It aside Continue by hand twisting the end cap in a counter clockwise direction until the end cap and outer cylinder separate Slide the end cap and cylinder apart until the end has cleared the cylinder Be very careful not to damage the threads on the end cap or the VR2AR won t close and seal properly WARNING DO NOT impact the threads on the end cap or they will dent and prevent the VR2AR case from closing See section 8 2 1 for tips on thread care WARNING The internal casing surrounding the electronics is not waterproof Water even condensation from a humid environment will enter the case and damage the electronics VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 Place the outer cylinder and internal casing end cap on a stable surface and prevent them from rolling particularly the internal casing end cap 5 1 2 Disconnecting and Removing Battery Open the case as explained in section 5 1 1 Press the release lever on the battery connector and and set the Outer Cylinder aside pull the connector apart The connector is small and a small flat screw driver may be helpful Grip one end of the battery and lift it out of the battery compartment Do not disconnect the AA battery
65. ose inactive receiver connections is enabled in the Devices section tab of the Options window in VUE see VUE manual for details If the study is not continuing i e the last download of data for this study has occurred then remove the larger D cell battery and store it separately The used battery may be marked with the amount of life used for future reference or use The smaller AA battery should not be disconnected or removed NOTE NOTE Battery life is consumed from the time the Always remove the D cell battery battery is installed even if the VR2AR is when the receiver is not being used not detecting tags or transmitting its ID code for an extended period of time VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 6 5 Case External Dimensions The dimensions of the VR2AR case can be useful when designing a mooring plan or mooring equipment The dimensions in inches of the case are shown in the drawing below VR2AR 2X 562 MOORING BRACKET REMOVABLE IF REQUIRED 4 500 5 000 7 T 825 13 470 10 045 9 295 13 470 LENGTH AFTER RELEASING MOORING LUG 15 790 OVERALL LENGTH 0 REMOVE O RING TO 1 420 ACCESS RESET PIN 2 320 ACETAL MOORING LUG 1 050 760 1 500 63 200 Dimensions are in inches VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 6 6 Update Firmware Firmware refers to the internal software that operates a VR2AR receiver Itis n
66. ot to be confused with VUE the PC software used to communicate with the receiver Firmware updates are rare and will occur to either deal with a hardware change or occasionally for a significant addition to functionality WUE 2 0 7 and greater has the ability to alert you if there is a new firmware update feature can be disabled in the Releases tab of the Options window see VUE manual How to Update Firmware Using Automated Notification If when you establish communication with the VR2AR see section 3 3 you receive a message indicating VUE has detected there is a firmware update then use the instructions below to update your firmware To learn what caused the firmware upgrade use the Click here to see more option in the notice window Decide if this is the right time to update the VR2AR firmware by answering the following questions priority firmware update 1 Does the VR2AR s battery have enough power to perform an eee eee fer eee ee ee update If there is any doubt then replace the battery before aad proceeding The VR2AR could be damaged if power fails Ea during the update M Click here to see more 2 Has all the data been offloaded from the VR2AR Updating should not erase the data but please take the precaution of offloading all data before updating If you answered No to either of these questions then click the No button in the notice window and either replace the battery see sect
67. r due to biofouling The AA battery should never need to be removed and should not be disconnected at any time Do not disconnect the AA battery An important feature of these lithium batteries is their voltage discharge characteristics These batteries provide a consistent voltage for most of the life of the battery as demonstrated with the blue line in the graph below D cell voltages shown This characteristic allows the receiver to operate at the necessary voltage levels longer than a battery with a more gradual voltage fall off This can be seen by comparing when the blue and green lines in the graph below cross the red cut off voltage line As the graph illustrates the battery voltage reported by a receiver may be at the correct level for proper operation even when the battery is close to the end of its life The voltage value reported by a VR2AR indicates the battery is at the proper voltage at that moment but does not give any indication of the remaining life of the battery For this reason we suggest you write the date on the battery when it is installed in the receiver Volts DISCHARGE CHARACTERISTICS 4 0 3 0 adiran lithium Alkaline sample VR2AR minimum 2 5 2 0 1 10 100 1000 10000 Hours VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 The VR2AR is usually shipped with the batteries inside the VR2AR but not connected the VR2AR is not shipped powered The D cell battery life is consumed from the
68. rooves 2 Inspect the O ring surfaces for any scratches or debris use a magnifying glass and a bright light Scratches in the O ring groove would allow water to bypass the O ring potentially flooding the receiver and destroying the internal electronics If you find debris dirt dust hair etc inside a groove then use a lint free swab to remove it If you find a scratch in any of the O ring surfaces then contact our CAUTION O rings can stretch with Support department continued handling We advise that undamaged O rings not be used for 3 Inspect the O rings for debris and for any damage more tae three pena ente If there is any question about the condition of an O ring we recommend it be replaced rather than risk damage to the receiver and therefore your data O rings can be purchased from VEMCO or locally The replacement O rings must be PARKER 2 143 O RING 70 Bn NITRILE 4 Use your gloved fingers to evenly spread O ring grease we suggest Molykote 55 over the entire surface of the O ring until the O ring is slippery but doesn t have clumps of grease on it Too much grease can cause an O ring to pop out of the groove while the case is being closed giving little protection from water entering the VR2AR 5 While you have grease on your glove spread a very thin layer of the grease enough to make the area appear shinny around the O ring surface on the inside of the Outer Cylinder the smooth ar
69. sh patterns are different compare it to the Status Light Meanings chart section 6 2 Activate the Bluetooth feature on the VR2AR section 3 2 Establish communication between the VR2AR and VUE software section 3 3 Select the VR2AR s transmit mode section 3 4 Begin a Study Section 3 8 1 has the details of how to begin a study also known as initializing a receiver Disconnect the wireless communication with the VR2AR click the red box with the X in the receiver ribbon 4 Communicate using the transponding hydrophone and VR100 200 details about using the VR100 200 are found in the VR100 related user manuals a as Connect the transponding hydrophone to the hydrophone connector on the VR100 200 Place the caged end of the hydrophone within 15 cm 6 of the hydrophone on the VR2AR Turn on the VR100 200 Select Transpond in the main screen Select Scan and wait for the VR2AR s serial number to appear on the screen Select the VR2AR Select Status from the menu press 1 on keypad VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 h Select Get Range press 1 on keypad This establishes communication between the VR2AR and the VR100 200 and reduces the talk time necessary to communicate 1 Press the MENU button twice to move back to the Transponding menu j Select Acoustic Release 3 k Select Status to view the VR2AR s release status It s
70. tep 4 then click OK to send the Watch Table to the VR2AR Add Tags Import Export Tags Cancel Continued VUE will not allow tag duplications in the Watch Table VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 STEP 4 optional Export the Watch Table as a csv file by clicking on the Export Pra button and selecting a name and location for the file By eo sas default the file will be saved in the rede hegg a Documents Vemco VUE folder This exported file can be ee Codespace 1303 opened and printed so a copy of the Index numbers and associated tags can be taken into the field Index column was fais added to this sample F Select All Tags If there are additional receivers that need the same Watch Table as the one that was 5 i exported in Step 3 click the Import button and Tag ID PEE EE then select the csv file that was previously 2 1303 created The Watch Table is loaded to the 5556 1303 1303 receiver 1303 Import Export Tags 3 7 Acoustic Release in VUE The mooring lug on the VR2AR can be released while the receiver is in Bluetooth communication with VUE Under the gear shaped Device Options select Acoustic Release A window will open requiring you to confirm the release before the command will be sent to the receiver Click the gear shaped icon in the VUE ribbon IEE and select Acoustic Release D Iransmitter Options A Ar
71. tery 343 V Firmware Version 0 4 8 Detection Log Size 964 6 kB 5 9 atloader Version 0 1 2 New Data 27 1 kB Hardware Version 1 Temperature 23 5 C Memory Size 16 38 MB 69 kHz 92707 detections 793362 pings How to Update Firmware Using Manual Procedure If the automatic notification doesn t appear then you can manually update the firmware Before beginning use Step 1 in the previous section to prepare for the Install Firmware update Once the preparations are completed select Install Firmware on the VR2AR tab A window titled Select Firmware File will appear Select the most recent firmware file that matches your model of VR2AR VUE software will not let 3 TE E you install a firmware file for the incorrect model type Click the Open button to continue The rest of the procedure matches the instructions found in Steps 2 5 in the automated notification section i E E T Transmitter Options Watch Table Configuration VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 6 7 Map Updating Occasionally VEMCO releases a new coded map Updating the map in the VR2AR is as simple as starting a new study with the new map selected Follow the basic steps below to start a study with the new map More details on how to initialize the receiver is found in section 3 8 1 l is WARNING Setting up a receiver with an incorrect map may result in no detection data Download the latest VUE software from www vem
72. th activated VEMCO receivers within Click the Add Network Link button to add a new network address communication range will be displayed when a Device Scan is performed 14 59 50 UTC Double click on the receiver icon of the desired VR2AR serial number is listed under the ico and wait while communication is established You ll know communication was successfully established when information pertaining to this receiver is displayed and the receiver s LED is on continuously The Link Status in the VUE window also changes to Connected TIP VUE can communicate with up to seven wireless receivers simultaneously VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 The Receiver Tab Each receiver currently in communication with VUE has a tab at the top of the VUE window This tab identifies the type and serial number of the receiver Click on a tab to bring it to the front of all the tabs making this receiver s information visible reo IW YUE Home J VR2AR 800001 a oe e f VR2AR Link Status Connected Senal Number SO0001 ll E Fii LJ 5 m a or 7 Firmware Version 0 4 7 Detect Version O12 Hardware Version 1 Memory Size 16 38 MB Link Bluetooth Detection Monitor 2014 06 06 14 11 50 A69 1601 8001 2014 06 06 1421 30 AG9 1601 8001 2014 06 06 14 31 50 A69 1601 8001 2014 06 06 14 41 50 469 1601 8001 2014 06 06 14 51 50 A69 1601 8001 2014 06 06 15 01 50 A69 1601 8001 Receiver type AR
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74. tion is entered in the Watch Table within VUE where each tag entered is assigned an Index number between 1 and 128 When completed this list is sent to the receiver through Bluetooth communication and accessed using the VR100 while the VR2AR is deployed How to enter the tag information is explained in the steps below The instructions for how to access the Watch Table using the VR100 are found in the VR100 documentation Click the gear shaped an E Q Enter the Tag ID of the tag Add Tags icon in the VUE ribbon ee you want added to the table and select Watch Select the codespace from Tag ID l Iransmitter Options Table Configuration J a the drop down list Tag ID Saag 299 9 Options and codespace information P8 Ls was shipped with the tag Acoustic Release i Click the Add Tag button Continue to add tags until the Watch Table is complete Table Configuration based on your needs You may add between 1 and Tag ID 128 tags A69 1303 12345 Tag ID 1237 After a tag has been entered in the Watch Table it may iiias Codespace i303 be selected by clicking the box to the right of the tag ID MEEN All tags can be selected at once using the Select All Tags box Once tags are selected they can be Delete Tags deleted from the list using the Deleted Selected Tags E Select All Tags button Step 4 explains the optional tasks of exporting and importing the Watch Table If you do not need S
75. ttery Life Approximately 14 months Memory 16 MB 1 6 million detections depending on sensor log configuration Operating temperature 5 C to 40 C Water must not freeze Maximum Depth 500 meters 730 psi Software VEMCO User Environment VUE software In air Bluetooth communication with VUE software Communication In water Acoustic communication with a VR100 200 using a transponding hydrophone VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 2 Getting Started After the VR2AR has been removed from the packaging and inspected for any damage that may have occurred during shipping power and test the unit to ensure you can communicate with the receiver and it is working properly The VR2AR was shipped with the batteries installed but NOT connected 2 1 Connect Battery Open the VR2AR case as described in section 5 1 1 You ll find two batteries in the Metal Internal Casing The smaller battery operates the motor and is already connected The D cell Lithium battery powers all other operations in the VR2AR and is usually shipped unconnected within the receiver VEMCO VR2AR Manual VR2AR was shipped with the battery installed but NOT connected Position the receiver so you can see the Status Light Connect the two battery connector halves together until a click is heard and the VR2AR receiver s light begins flashing Watch for a long green light to indicate the self tests were successful If you see the long
76. tudy s title or other information This information is stored in the VR2AR and offloaded study Internal memory is erased with the data It can be very useful when data is being organized in VUE v ra o Go oro Click the red and blue Start Recording button found in the receiver tab s ribbon This button is not available if communication between receiver and VUE is not present VR2AR 800001 x A Is the PC clock correct Review the PC clock time listed in the dialogue box that opens The receiver will be set to UTC time based on the current time of the PC so the PC time and the UTC offset must be correct If the a E a time or UTC offset are not correct then click Cancel and make Ea the necessary corrections before returning to start the study If the epp rpa time and UTC offset are correct then click the OK button to f The corresponding UTC time will be used continue 2014 06 06 15 04 UTC CAUTION It is vital that the PC clock ee eee be correctly set to your local time including time zone before the VR2AR is initialized Continued VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 Select one of the three options displayed e ERASE when the data stored in the VR2AR has already been offloaded and you wish to erase the data and begin a new study e OFFLOAD when the data has not been offloaded from the VR2AR or if there is any uncertainty about the data bei
77. ut in place no checkmark allows the Bluetooth communication to eventually timeout and close CAUTION Verify the receiver you are communicating with is the intended unit particularly before initializing and erasing receiver memory files or data could be lost Communication can occur with any VR2AR with Bluetooth wireless technology activated within a 10 meter range typical range in air VEMCO VR2AR Manual 8 May 2015 3 4 Select Transmitter Options Transmit ID is enabled by default The transmitter ID which by default is enabled can be setup to transmit depending on the usage you have planned for the receiver For example if you are performing a range test then select one of the Range Test options The ID transmitted was selected at the time of manufacture and cannot be changed but how often the receiver transmits its code can be selected Perform the steps listed below to enable and setup the transmitter Click the gear shaped es Ee j Verify that the enabled i icon in the VUE ribbon sat Fra box contains a check ID A69 1601 5 and select Transmitter mark If not then select Profile Range Test 0s 7 Options to open the it to enable the oa Transmitter GRIJ Logging Options transmitter The Configuration dialogue transmitting ID is shown WM Erabled box near the top of the y Acoustic Release WI n d OW ri Bp Watch Table Configuration R Transmitter Configuration Ea Range Test ra
78. wise in VUE by selecting OPTIONS EXPORT CUSTOM Important If you are importing detection data from an older format detection file e g VR2 000 you must specify the time zone offset used when the receiver was initialized Earlier VR2 receivers were most often initialized with the current PC local time unless the PC local time was set to UTC Please contact us if you need assistance Once these older files are imported into VUE a new vrl file will be created and all timestamps will be in UTC 7 1 5 What does the Hide this alert in future mean There are a number of pop up windows that appear while using the VUE software These windows are wonderful when you re just learning the software or when you ve been away from it for an extended period of time but they can ai be very annoying when you re in the middle of a big study A number of these VR2AR_800001_20140225 1 vrl pop up windows have a selection box in the bottom left corner that say something along the lines of Hide this alert in future Selecting this option Se means that this window will not appear the next time the task is performed The pop up windows can be returned by altering the local options or selecting Restore All Hidden Dialogs in the Options window see section 6 3 All hidden dialogs are restored automatically if one week elapses without VUE being opened Ce Database y File successfully offloaded 7 1 6 How do I open t
79. zation RMA instructions Each defective Product returned for warranty remedy must be shipped at the Buyer s expense according to the RMA instructions and must include reasonable proof that the Claimed defect is due to a matter embraced within the warranty set forth above and that such defect did not result from any act or omission of Buyer including but not limited to any failure to operate and maintain the Product in accordance with VEMCO s applicable written instructions REMEDY VEMCO s liability and the Buyer s exclusive remedy under this warranty as to a defect in material or workmanship is limited to the repair of such defect in the accessory equipment or part in which the defect appears or at VEMCO s option to the replacement of such accessory equipment or part with a similar item free from defect As to any item repaired by VEMCO or furnished as a replacement by VEMCO VEMCO s liability and the Buyer s exclusive remedy to the repair or replacement of such item for any further defect in material or workmanship provided VEMCO receives written notice at Halifax Nova Scotia of such further defect from BUYER within ninety 90 days after the repaired or replaced item is shipped to BUYER and provided that BUYER returns same to VEMCO as provided under Notice Periods RETURNED ITEMS All repairs replacements and corrections described above shall be performed by VEMCO atits plant at Halifax Nova Scotia or at such other place

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