Minos⋅X User Manual
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1. 12 Configuring Sampling Parameters with HyperTerminal eene 13 Logging a 5 13 Monitoring Res Time Reden la o 14 PosrDeploymert PIOCeHUIeS eco vp ee ea dba E pO E 14 Viewing 15 Configuring the Instrument for Data on Power Up 17 Disabling Data on Power pu ah do re dot 17 a reed inset LE 18 apu Ee Mo 18 Batey Be oct Nec Re canes ete ste 18 Charging the Lithium lon Batteries cric er Corte coeperat curd rr Rt m corripi 19 Changing the Lithium lon BatelVP dk asso iere urat tee Du 20 P rodic 23 COMMUNICIONS airan Aa ce LAM E M M 24 24 POUT 24 od 24 Customer 28 TROUDIGS NOOUING La ul 28 AML Oceanographic eot etd Dati diat 31 ene d ado c Mete ob vs M 32 COT ats 322. 32 Sampling Fate commands cut ade e aen ta oan 32 Output auti bab Ub gebe cis 33 Logging COMMANdS M 34 G neralcomMmma nd 34 Technicals decia itti 35 a a 38 Eco 39 Technica OVeIVIGW Drawing to ar a ep se 40 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X General Description of the Instrument AML Oceanographic X Series instruments and sensors provide a major improvement in ocean instrumentation by allowing the user to swap and interchange sensors With this system the user gains many advantages over traditional systems including e Changing the instrument sensor types while at sea within seconds and without tools For example the same instrument can be changed from a CTD to a sound speed profiler e The sensor ranges can be swapped as sampling conditions change to maximize the instruments resolution and accuracy For example a deep pressure sensor can be swapped for a shallow pressure sensor and the salt water conductivity sensor can be swapped for a fresh water conductivity sensor e Sensors from one instrument can be swapped to another instrument to maintain mission critical capabilities e Calibrated sensors can be sent to the instrument so that the instrument doe
3. Micro 8 Provides RS232 RS485 Communications and Battery Charging External Power GND BLACK SUBSTITUTIONS PERMITTED Power Supply 24V DC Wall Plug AML Part No AUS EHW 0016 UK EHW 0018 EU EHW 0017 External Power RED RANGE 6 5 28 VDC Micro 8 Bulkhead Detail Shorting Plu AML No PLG H0009 1 TITLE vA MINOS COMMUNICATIONS AND CHARGING INTERFACE WZ OCEANOGRAPHIC Xchange your old ideas uen AML PART NO 2071 MALAVIEW AVE W SIDNEY B C CANADA V8L 5X6 DATE PH 250 656 0771 FAX 250 655 3655 www AMLoceanographic com SLDRW NO JULY 20 11 MC4 GA 03231 E
4. 24 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Example outputs User inputs in the output capture shown below are in bold type Minos X Version 4 09 SN 8221 AML Oceanographic Ltd 968 5 MBytes installed gt scan 02 24 10 14 59 20 90 1474 372 0000 098 17 470 gt monitor 02 24 10 14 59 25 10 1474 374 0000 102 17 472 02 24 10 14 59 25 60 1474 354 0000 106 17 474 02 24 10 14 59 26 10 1474 386 0000 110 17 474 02 24 10 14 59 26 60 1474 374 0000 102 17 473 gt dis options Instrument Type Minos X EmulationMode disabled UseCustomHeader yes SN 8221 Firmware V4 09 SampleUnits second SampleInterval 2 PressureInc 0 00 SoundInc 0 00 LogFile data txt Date 02 24 10 Time 14 59 36 MemorySize 968 5 MB MemoryUsed 7 6 MB DisplayTime yes DisplayDate yes DisplaySalinity yes DisplayDensity yes DisplaySoundVelocity no DisplayBattery yes RelayMode auto detection RealtimeLogging no LoggingTimeout 0 StartupDelay 10 DisplayHeader yes StartupMode prompt CharacterReception yes LoggingBreakMode no DetectionMode A5 BatteryACoefficient 3 500000E 01 BatteryBCoefficient 2 500000E 02 ShutDownVoltage 6 5 WarningVoltage 7 2 PressureOffset 0 00 UsePressureOffset no SoundVelocityThreshold 1375 00 DelimterMode Spac SensorDetectionMode Once Traceability yes SkipPowerOff no Sot SensorName SV C Xchange SV X SN 131197 01 22 10 BoardSN 65535 008 008 008 008
5. 17 569 008 20 00 000 0000 000 17 548 008 20 00 000 0000 000 17 515 008 20 00 000 0000 000 17 498 008 20 00 000 0000 000 17 487 008 20 00 000 0000 000 17 485 008 20 00 000 0000 000 16 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Configuring the Instrument for Data on Power Up Perform the following steps Open a terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal and ensure the serial port has been selected in the program If the instrument has been a specific baud rate with the SET DETECT command the terminal emulation program must be configured for that baud rate Connect the instrument to the computer using the data power cable supplied with the instrument Using the terminal emulation program issue the following commands to the instrument o SETSTARTUP NOHEADER disables the power up header information o SETSTARTUP MONITOR enable data output on power up o SETSAMPLE RATE 10 S setthe desired sampling rate SET DETECT 07 set fixed 38400 baudrate Note details on the SET DETECT command can be found in the appendix Unplug the data power cable from the instrument to turn the instrument off Plug the data power cable into the instrument to turn the instrument on Disabling Data on Power Up Perform the following steps Open a terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal and ensure the serial port has been selected in the program If the instrument has been set a specific baud rate with the SET DETECT co
6. VA Turbidity X change S V Xchange ji A Minos X with cage removed and blanking plugs installed Minos X have one primary and two secondary sensor port types abbreviated as P 1S2 that allow for a number of sensor combinations Supported Sensor Configurations Swappable sensors allow you to configure your instrument in a number of different ways Your Minos X supports the following sensor combinations Note that not all supported sensor combinations are shown It is possible for example to install two T Xchange sensors or two P Xchange sensors simultaneously for cross verification Configuration Primary Port Secondary Ports 1 SV T P 2 SV T Turbidity 3 SV P Turbidity 4 C T P Note T P and TurbiditysX change sensors can be installed in either secondary port on Minos X Understanding the LED indicator The LED indicator is located nextto the data power connector on the instrument top endcap The LED indicator will be on whenever the data power cable is plugged into the instrument The LED indicator will turn on when the red shorting plug is inserted into the instrument It will turn off after 5 minutes to conserve power e When the instrument is logging and is brought back to the surface the LED indicator will resume for 5 minutes so that the operator can see that the instrument is still functioning after the cast User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X The L
7. 60gA when in low power mode Battery voltage limits 8 3 volts Full Charge 7 2 volts Low battery warning 6 5 volts Auto shutdown Internal Power Supply vote External Power Supply Voltage range Pressure Case e Environmental Limits Storage 20 C to 60 C Usage 20 C to 45 C Status Standard Status Standard 36 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Diameter Weight Weight 0 7 Kg 1 5 Ibs 2 2 Kg 4 8 Ibs 2 22 3 Optional Vend 3 1 Kg 6 8 lbs 4 6 Kg 10 1 lbs Connectors Delrin instrument Titanium instrument m Sampling Capabilities e Frequency Time selectable sample rates from 25 per second to 1 per 24 hours Pressure specific pressure increments in 0 01 steps Sound Velocity specific sound velocity increments in 0 1 m s steps e Configurations Single scan or continuous output command or autonomous on power up Included Items e Minos X instrument 2m Data P ower P igtail Red shorting plug Black dummy plug One primary sensor blanking plug Two secondary sensor blanking plugs CD with manuals and documentation Battery charger Sensor Protection Cage Software e SeaCast al User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Ordering Codes Instruments PDC MNX P 152 10 Minos X 1000 dbar Delrin pressure housing PDC MNX P 152 60 Minos X 6000 dbar Titanium pressure housing
8. 9 Minos X User Manual Version 1 2 26 February 2013 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Revision Date of Changes Name Revision Version 1 2 26 February 2013 Added Turbidity Xchange information Supported Sensor Configurations Dustin Olender User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Table of Contents General Description of the Instrument eene netten tnra 3 Which Manual Do I Start MITIS nort otc tat cena mad ta rp ad ent at ad 4 Shipping C 5 Receiving UTI 5 Returning an Instrument to the sss aci rco ente Pa pra 6 7 Pressure Rathi 7 Pre Deployment FOCBQUIBS e tma cl ne 7 Supported Sensor Configurations succ coacti tea Ephesi trig lt rite Feeds 8 Supported Sensor Configurations molt me athena t cota deett itte 8 Understanding the indicator cac s tat Haas 8 Configuring Sampling Parameters using S aC ast aite o terrere gre 10 Selecting an Instrument for Configuration nnns 10 Configuring the Selected octets raton mie atre e reas aderire cn 11 Instrument time memory amp log file 5
9. 011 019 015 023 015 023 019 53 53 50 50 51 5 54 2d 53 50 459 569 548 945 498 487 485 gt lt gt gt gt OO 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 08 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 GOG OGG O0 OO OO Ore 5015 019 045 023 032 027 006 020 014 021 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 CO OO Qo o 998 998 998 998 998 998 998 998 998 998 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 1 1 lt lt lt CO t 27 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Customer Support Troubleshooting Instrument fails to communicate Checkthe cables 15 the data power cable connected to the instrument and computer o lfusing a cable other than an AML cable it should be configured as a null modem cable o If using multiple cable lengths the extensions should not be configured as null modem cables o Are there any cuts in the cable e Are the batteries dead Try using external pow
10. components which prove to be defective The warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the instruments The warranty does not apply if the instrument has been damaged by accident or misuse and is void if repairs or modifications are made by other than authorized personnel This warranty is the only warranty given by AML No warranties implied by law including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose shall apply In no event will AML be liable for any direct indirect consequential or incidental damages resulting from any defects or failure of performance of any instrument supplied by AML 39 9 14 360 SHACKLE THICKNESS 1 9 9 2 390 76 2 98 OCEANOGRAPHIC Xchange your old ideas 2071 MALAVIEW AVE W SIDNEY B C CANADA V8L 5X6 PH 250 656 0771 FAX 250 655 3655 www AMLoceanographic com 316L Stainless Steel Protective Cage Shorting Plu AML No PL H0009 1 Status Indicator Window NOTES 1 Dimensions in Inches Millimeters 2 Material Options Delrin Acetal ee Depth Rating 10 Weight 2 22kg 27 0 70kg Water Grade 5 Titanium 6AI 4 Depth Rating 60 Weight 4 63kg Air 3 Available as SV amp P with optional 4 Available in CTD version 5 X Series option PDC MNX P1S2 10 60 allows flexible interchangeable use of the following sensors in multiple r
11. 008 15 18 18 18 18 00 00 00 00 00 018 014 000 018 010 0998 0998 0998 0998 0998 708 705 694 708 702 25 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Slot 2 SensorName P T Xchange P X SN 145721 08 21 09 T X SN 400048 11 17 09 BoardSN 65535 gt dir test 5598 02 24 10 14 41 55 00 data txt 3987 02 24 10 14 45 08 00 960 MBytes free 7 MBytes Used 2 File s listed dump data txt cast header InstrumentSN 08221 Date 02 24 10 Time 14 45 10 55 PressureOffset 0 09 UsePressureOffset yes SlotlSensorl SV C Xchange SV X SN 131197 01 22 10 Slot2Sensorl P T Xchange P X SN 145721 08 21 09 T X SN 400048 11 17 09 Data 02 24 10 14 45 10 66 1474 313 0000 015 17 447 008 18 00 034 0998 02 24 10 14 45 10 69 1474 334 0000 015 17 449 008 20 00 046 0998 02 24 10 14 45 11 19 1474 332 0000 027 17 451 008 20 00 037 0998 02 24 10 14 45 11 69 1474 326 0000 027 17 451 008 20 00 032 0998 02 24 10 14 45 12 19 1474 319 0000 027 17 457 008 20 00 011 0998 02 24 10 14 45 12 69 1474 321 0000 034 17 459 008 20 00 005 0998 02 24 10 14 45 13 19 1474 318 0000 023 17 457 008 20 00 008 0998 02 24 10 14 45 13 69 1474 321 0000 019 17 458 008 20 00 010 0998 02 24 10 14 45 14 19 1474 427 0000 019 17 459 008 20 00 100 0998 02 24 10 14 45 14 69 0000 000 0000 015 17 601 008 20 00 000 0000 02 24 10 14 45 15 19 0000 000 0000 030 17 655 008 20 00 000 0000 02 24 10 14 45 15 69 0000 000 00
12. Data You may download and view data using SeaCast or HyperTerminal To download and review data e Connect the instrument the computer using the data power cable e Download the files to the computer o With SeaCast use the Choose Log File and Choose Cast fields to retrieve the cast of interest Choose log file Choose cast o With HyperTerminal use the DIR command to list all the files on memory use the DUMP command to retrieve the file of interest For example Minos X Version 4 09 SN 8221 AML Oceanographic Ltd 968 5 MBytes installed gt dir test 5598 02 24 10 14 41 55 00 data txt 3987 02 24 10 14 45 08 00 960 MBytes free 7 MBytes Used 2 File s listed dump data txt cast header InstrumentS N 208221 Date 02 24 10 Timez14 45 10 55 PressureOffset 0 09 UseP ressureOffset yes SlotiSensor1 S V C Xchange SV X SN 131197 01 22 10 Slot2Sensor1 P T Xchange P X SN 145721 08 21 09 T X SN 400048 11 17 09 Data 02 24 10 14 45 10 66 1474 313 0000 015 17 447 008 18 00 034 0998 724 02 24 10 14 45 10 69 1474 334 0000 015 17 449 008 20 00 046 0998 733 02 24 10 14 45 11 19 1474 332 0000 027 17 451 008 20 00 037 0998 726 02 24 10 14 45 11 69 1474 326 0000 027 17 451 008 20 00 032 0998 722 02 24 10 14 45 12 19 1474 319 0000 027 17 457 008 20 00 011 0998 705 02 24 10 14 45 12 69 1474 321 0000 034 17 459 008 20 00 005 0998 700 02 24 10 14 45 13 19 1474 318 0000 023 17 457 008 20 00 008 0998 702 15 User Manual
13. Sensors Primary Xchange Sensors 25 ms at1 ConductivitysXchange 01070 mS cm 10 5 3 uS cm 1 uS cm m s flow rate ConductivityeXchange Oto2mS cm 10 5 0 6 uS cm 0 1 uS cm pun SV P 20 025 m s 0 006m s 0 001m s 47us Secondary Xchange Sensors Type jut Accuracy me TemperaturesXchange 2 C 0 32 C 0 003 0 001 100ms TemperatureeXchange 2 C to 45 C 0 008 0 004 0 001 100 ms 50 100 200 500 1000 Pressure Xchange 2000 4000 5000 amp 6000 0 05 5 0 003 FS 0 002 FS 10 ms dBars 0 01 0 01 0 1 amp 0 1 700 ms NTU 1 1 2 amp 5 of reading 100 400 1000 amp 3000 NTU 0 1 0 2 0 5 amp TurbiditysX change 1 0 NTU Calculated Parameters 35 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Density C X T X P X 20580 0 027 kg m3 990 to 1230 kg m Density SV X T X 20580 0 051 kg m3 990 to 1230 kg m Electrical Mother Board Flash non volatile data memory Minimum 1 GB 2 dedicated slots o Primary Xchange sensor slot o Secondary Xchange sensor slot 1 expansion slot Sensor Boards Sound Velocity or Conductivity Xchange sensor board Pressure Temperature and Turbidity Xchange sensor board e Auto detect RS232 or RS485 72 duplex ASCII Autobaud to 38 400 Power e Current 250 when sampling 50 in standby mode
14. battery to at least 7 3 volts 40 capacity The battery will self discharge at a rate of 296 per month so extended storage durations can require recharging to protect the battery from fully depleting Battery Life The 5 3 Amp hour 7 2 volt lithium ion battery pack will power the instrument for approximately 19 hours of continuous use The discharge curve for the instrument is shown below Minos X Battery Discharge Curve Continuous Sampling Battery voltage 6 5 volt shutdown threshold t t t t t 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 20 12 313 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Time hours 18 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Charging the Lithium lon Batteries Ensure the instrument is dry Plug the data cable into the instrument Plug the charger into the data cable Plug the charger into a 120 or 240 volt AC outlet and allow the instrument to charge until the red charging light on the charger turns green A full charge requires approximately 5 hours however the battery will reach 8096 capacity within 2 hours The charger should be connected to the battery before plugging the charger into the AC outlet for proper operation of the charger and charging light It is best to turn the instrument off to maintain a full charge after charging Do this by unplugging the data power cable from the instrument If instrument is left turned on after the charger has charged
15. defined by Max 8 character name with 3 character extension DISPLAY LOG Displays current log file name General commands Command Description Requires SCAN Measure and output one scan of data MONITOR Scan at set sampling rate VERSION Displays the instrument identification header DISPLAY OPTIONS Displays the instrument status and user settings ZERO ON Corrects the barometric offset to set zero pressure at P eX Surface for current barometric pressure ZERO OFF Disables barometric offset P eX DIS TIME isplays current time Time format is HH MM SS ss SET TIME hh mm ss ss D Sets instrument time using 24 hour clock of format hh mm ss ss DIS DATE SET DATE mm dd yy isplays the current date Sets date using format mm dd yy DETECT Checks each slot in logger board to identify what is plugged in and displays sensor board type amp serial number or empty for each slot DISPLAY BATTERY Displays battery channel coefficients and shutdown voltage TALK n Enables communications directly with a sensor board via the logger board where n value from 1 3 that identifies the slot number of the board to be communicated with See Detect command CTRL4C Press ctrl key and c key at same time to exit sensor board talk mode amp return to logger communications 34 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Technical Specifications
16. for AML Oceanographic s Minos X 02 24 10 14 45 13 69 1474 321 02 24 10 14 45 14 19 1474 427 02 24 10 14 45 14 69 0000 000 02 24 10 14 45 15 19 0000 000 02 24 10 14 45 15 69 0000 000 02 24 10 14 45 16 19 0000 000 02 24 10 14 45 16 69 0000 000 02 24 10 14 45 17 19 0000 000 02 24 10 14 45 17 69 0000 000 0000 019 17 458 008 20 00 010 0998 704 0000 019 17 459 008 20 00 100 0998 773 0000 015 17 601 008 20 00 000 0000 000 0000 030 17 655 008 20 00 000 0000 000 0000 011 17 651 008 20 00 000 0000 000 0000 015 17 632 008 20 00 000 0000 000 0000 015 17 624 008 20 00 000 0000 000 0000 015 17 622 008 20 00 000 0000 000 0000 015 17 618 008 20 00 000 0000 000 cast header InstrumentS N 208221 Date 02 24 10 Time 14 45 21 85 PressureO ffset 0 09 UseP ressureOffset yes SlotlSensorl SV C Xchange SV X SN 131197 01 22 10 Slot2Sensor1 P T Xchange P X SN 145721 08 21 09 T X SN 400048 11 17 09 Data 02 24 10 14 45 21 92 02 24 10 14 45 21 95 02 24 10 14 45 22 44 02 24 10 14 45 22 94 02 24 10 14 45 23 44 02 24 10 14 45 23 94 02 24 10 14 45 24 44 02 24 10 14 45 24 94 02 24 10 14 45 25 44 02 24 10 14 45 25 94 02 24 10 14 45 26 44 02 24 10 14 45 26 94 02 24 10 14 45 27 44 02 24 10 14 45 27 94 02 24 10 14 45 28 44 02 24 10 14 45 28 94 02 24 10 14 45 29 44 02 24 10 14 45 29 94 02 24 10 14 45 30 44 02 24 10 14 45 30 94 02 24 10 14 45 31 44 02 24 10 14 45 31 94 02 24 10 14 45 32 44 02 24 10 14 45 32 94 02 24 10 14 45 33 44 1474 3
17. time memory amp log file settings The memory fields show the size of the memory installed on the Emm instrument and the percentage of the memory that has been used 222980 The Clear Memory check box allows the user to erase the entire bo 0 Gear Memory memory A pop up warning window will be displayed if this check box is selected The Log File Name field displays the current log file name that data will be logged to the instrument memory The instrument log file name is limited to 8 characters plus Log Fie 3 characters for the file extension For example data txt profilel raw april dat Please note this is the log file the instrument not the export file for SeaC ast The Update Date Time check box will synchronize the instrument clock to the computer s clock 12 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Configuring Sampling Parameters with HyperTerminal Instruments can also be configured for deployment using HyperTerminal or other terminal emulation programs As with SeaCast communications with the instrument must be established using the correct communications port and settings The communications settings are 8 data bits 1 stop bit no parity no flow control and the desired baud rate The following steps must be completed by issuing text commands Step Possible Commands Initialize Memory erases instrument memory INIT Set Log File Name SET
18. will detect the baud rate chosen in SeaCast and communicate at that baud rate If the baud rate is changed in SeaCast then power to the instrument must be cycled to re establish communications atthe new baud rate Some instruments are set up to communicate at fixed baud rates In this case the baud rate in SeaCast must be set to the same baud as the instrument If the instrument baud rate is unknown the Scan switch below the Baud Rate field can be used to have SeaCast cycle through all the baud rates to try to detect the instrument baud rate The Status field shows the status of the communications with the instrument 9 The green light indicates that communications have been established with the instrument During the identification process SeaCast is determining the type and Serial number of the instrument and any connected sensors During the settings process SeaCast is determining the latest sampling and logging settings that were programmed into the instrument When all the required handshaking has been completed the Status field will show Connected and the user may now use the instrument Please note that the handshaking can take up to 30 seconds to complete 7 Connected J Identifying 7 Getting current settings The Detect Instrument button forces SeaCast to re detect and re identify the instrument and its sensors Configuring the Selected Instrument After the instrum
19. 0 14 45 27 94 1474 303 0000 023 17 454 008 20 00 004 0998 724 7 33 726 722 OO Cows gt 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 26 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 02 24 Ts NSS ARAS RBBB BB BBA BB BA 28 2284 22 9 29 30 730 231 22315 222 S32 335 33 135 135 136 Bs iS Be GA Qm gt gt Qe G4 PH ae gt gt ae gt 1474 1474 1474 1474 1474 1474 312 319 336 314 326 320 1474 1474 1474 1474 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 305 312 SO 312 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 023 030 027 027 027 027 023 030 034 030
20. 00 011 17 651 008 20 00 000 0000 02 24 10 14 45 16 19 0000 000 0000 015 17 632 008 20 00 000 0000 02 24 10 14 45 16 69 0000 000 0000 015 17 624 008 20 00 000 0000 02 24 10 14 45 17 19 0000 000 0000 015 17 622 008 20 00 000 0000 02 24 10 14 45 17 69 0000 000 0000 015 17 618 008 20 00 000 0000 cast header InstrumentSN 08221 Date 02 24 10 Time 14 45 21 85 PressureOffset 0 09 UsePressureOffset yes SlotlSensorl SV C Xchange SV X SN 131197 01 22 10 Slot2Sensorl P T Xchange P X SN 145721 08 21 09 T X SN 400048 11 17 09 Data 02 24 10 14 45 21 92 1474 309 0000 019 17 598 008 20 00 000 0998 02 24 10 14 45 21 95 1474 308 0000 019 17 451 008 20 00 017 0998 02 24 10 14 45 22 44 1474 301 0000 023 17 453 008 20 00 005 0998 02 24 10 14 45 22 94 1474 297 0000 011 17 453 008 20 00 003 0998 02 24 10 14 45 23 44 1474 294 0000 019 17 451 008 20 00 005 0998 02 24 10 14 45 23 94 1474 314 0000 019 17 453 008 20 00 019 0998 02 24 10 14 45 24 44 1474 310 0000 027 17 453 008 20 00 015 0998 02 24 10 14 45 24 94 1474 307 0000 015 17 451 008 20 00 016 0998 02 24 10 14 45 25 44 1474 307 0000 027 17 453 008 20 00 009 0998 02 24 10 14 45 25 94 1474 308 0000 023 17 454 008 20 00 008 0998 02 24 10 14 45 26 44 1474 313 0000 023 17 451 008 20 00 021 0998 02 24 10 14 45 26 94 1474 294 0000 023 17 452 008 20 00 002 0998 02 24 10 14 45 27 44 1474 313 0000 023 17 453 008 20 00 015 0998 02 24 1
21. 09 0000 019 1474 308 0000 019 1474 301 0000 023 1474 297 0000 011 1474 294 0000 019 1474 314 0000 019 1474 310 0000 027 1474 307 0000 015 1474 307 0000 027 1474 308 0000 023 1474 313 0000 023 1474 294 0000 023 1474 313 0000 023 1474 303 0000 023 1474 312 0000 023 1474 319 0000 030 1474 336 0000 027 1474 314 0000 027 1474 326 0000 027 1474 320 0000 027 1474 305 0000 023 1474 312 0000 030 1474 311 0000 034 1474 312 0000 030 0000 000 0000 011 17 598 008 20 00 000 0998 671 17 451 008 20 00 017 0998 711 17 453 008 20 00 005 0998 701 17 453 008 20 00 003 0998 699 17 451 008 20 00 005 0998 702 17 453 008 20 00 019 0998 711 17 453 008 20 00 015 0998 709 17 451 008 20 00 016 0998 709 17 453 008 20 00 009 0998 704 17 454 008 20 00 008 0998 703 17 451 008 20 00 021 0998 714 17 452 008 20 00 002 0998 699 17 453 008 20 00 015 0998 709 17 454 008 20 00 004 0998 700 17 453 008 20 00 015 0998 708 17 453 008 20 00 019 0998 712 17 450 008 20 00 045 0998 732 17 450 008 20 00 023 0998 715 17 451 008 20 00 032 0998 722 17 451 008 20 00 027 0998 718 17 454 008 20 00 006 0998 701 17 451 008 20 00 020 0998 713 17 453 008 20 00 014 0998 708 17 450 008 20 00 021 0998 714 17 459 008 20 00 000 0000 000 02 24 10 14 45 33 94 0000 000 0000 019 02 24 10 14 45 34 44 0000 000 0000 015 02 24 10 14 45 34 94 0000 000 0000 023 02 24 10 14 45 35 44 0000 000 0000 015 02 24 10 14 45 35 94 0000 000 0000 023 02 24 10 14 45 36 44 0000 000 0000 019 gt
22. ED indicator displays are as follows LED is a constant green This indicates the instrument is on and the battery has more than 2096 capacity remaining LED is flashing green The instrument is logging data and the battery has more than 20 capacity remaining Notes o The flashing green LED will turn off after 5 minutes to conserve power o The instrument will not start logging until itis immersed in water and it takes its first Sample at the programmed sampling rate LED is aconstant red This indicates the instrument is on and the battery has less than 20 Capacity remaining LED is flashing red The instrument is logging data and the battery has less than 20 Capacity remaining Notes o The flashing red LED will turn off after 5 minutes to conserve power o The instrument will not start logging until it is immersed in water and it takes its first Sample at the programmed sampling rate LED off with data power cable attached The instrument is not working properly Consult the troubleshooting section or call the service department LED off with the red shorting plug inserted Ifthe shorting plug was inserted less than 5 minutes ago the instrument is not working properly Consult the troubleshooting section or call the service department If the LED was on for the first 5 minutes after inserting the shorting plug the instrument is functioning correctly and the LED has turned off to conserve power User Manual for AML Oceanographic s M
23. LOG filename txt Set Instrument Time amp Date SET TIME hh mm ss SET DATE mm dd yy Set Sampling P arameters SET SAMPLE RATE CONTINUOUS SET SAMPLE RATE 5 s SET P INC 1 SET SOUND INC 2 Please consult the Commands section of the Appendix for full syntax details on how to issue the commands in question Please note that the above table provides example commands only many additional sampling regimes can be established Logging a Profile e Ensure the pre deployment procedures have been completed see Page 6 Plug the data power cable into the instrument Ensure that the desired sampling requirements have been selected and applied With the instrument in air use the zero command to zero the barometric pressure offset Insert the red shorting plug to power the instrument Insertion of the shorting plug tells the instrument to begin logging data once it is submerged The instrument determines whether or not itis submerged by looking for valid conductivity or sound speed readings o The green LED light should illuminate on the top of the instrument indicating the battery has more than 20 capacity remaining and the instrument is ready to start logging o Ifthe LED light is red the battery charge is less than 20 but the instrument is still ready to log o lf the LED light fails to illuminate the instrument will not log Refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual if this occurs e Securely attach the lowering cable to the instrume
24. Sensors XCH SV STD SV Xchange XCH PRS 0050 XCH PRS 0100 P Xchange 5 bar P 10 bar XCH PRS 0200 P 20 bar XCH PRS 0500 XCH PRS 1000 P 50 bar P 100 bar XCH PRS 2000 P 200 bar XCH PRS 4000 P 400 bar XCH PRS 5000 P 500 bar XCH PRS 6000 P Xchange 600 bar XCH CND RA070 C Xchange Right Angle Oceanographic 0 70mS cm Range XCH CND RA002 C Xchange Right Angle Ultra Freshwater 0 2mS cm Range XCH CND ST002 C Xchange Straight Oceanographic 0 70mS cm Range XCH CND ST070 C Xchange Straight Ultra Freshwater 0 2mS cm Range XCH TMP n232 T 2 to 32 C Range XCH TMP n245 XCH TRB 0100 T 2 to 45 C Range Turbidity Xchange 100 NTU Range XCH TRB 0400 Turbidity Xchange 400 NTU Range XCH TRB 1000 XCH TRB 3000 Turbidity Xchange 1000 NTU Range Turbidity Xchange 3000 NTU Range Accessories SUB G0624 Instrument protection frame with instrument clamp CSE 0013 Spare battery and charging adapter 38 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Warranty AML warrants the instrument for a period of one year from the date of delivery AML will repair or replace at its option and at no charge
25. ange sensor we recommend that you read the appropriate Xchange manual User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Shipping amp Receiving Receiving an Instrument When an instrument is received at a new location it is prudent to perform the following steps to ensure the instrument is capable of performing when required Check the shipping container for signs of damage This could indicate damage to the instrument inside The shipping package should include all of the following items o Minos X instrument Data P ower cable Red shorting plug Black dummy plug One primary sensor blanking plug Two secondary sensor blanking plugs CD with manuals and documentation o Battery charger Check for damage o Check the cable for slices or gouges o Check the connector sockets for corrosion dirt and salt deposits o Check the pressure case for dents and scrapes o Check the sensors for cracks or bends Check all the Xchange sensors are installed tightly The blue retaining ring should be within 1 mm of the instrument end cap Connect the instrument to a computer with the data cable and perform a scan or monitor if using SeaCast Check the battery voltage on the output normally the last column of data unless calculated parameters have been enabled It should be between 7 2 and 8 4 volts User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Returning an Instrument to the Factory e If shipping for repair or recalibration ob
26. anges C Xchange SV Xchange 3 11kg Water emperature sensor P Xchange T Xchange Turbidity Xchange TITLE Minos SVP CTD and X Series Mechanical Outline AML PART NO DATE SLDRW NO JULY 20 11 MC4 GA 03231 E Minos SVP PDC MNS SVP 10 60 Note SVTP available PDC MNS SVTP 10 60 Minos CTD PDC MNS CTD 10 60 Note Cage removed for clarity 1 2 10 60 e 1 slot for an SV Xchange Xchange sensors e 25065 for P Xchange T Xchange or Turbidity Xchange sensors TITLE TaN Minos SVP CTD and X Series q Mechanical Outline OCEANOGRAPHIC Xchange your old ideas AML PART NO 2071 MALAVIEW AVE W SIDNEY B C CANADA V8L 5X6 DATE SLDRW NO 4 Ti PH 250 656 0771 FAX 250 655 3655 JULY 20 11 MC4 GA 03231 E External Power Minos Electronics Pin Pin EXT PWR 1 Red Signal 232 or or 2 Green 2 ur ES roun ac L Brown 5 Charger 5 Blue Charger Power switch OUT 6 Screen N C Power switch IN 7 COMM Power IN 8 External Power GND Communication Charging Connector for Battery Charger Cable Assembly mf nh AML Part No SUB G0574 Charger Information 7 2N Lithium ion Battery Charger includes North American plug CAUTION NO AML Part No EHW 0015
27. d to zero the barometric pressure offset Securely attach the lowering cable to the instrument shackle bar Lower the instrument until it is just submerged Keep the instrument at this depth for 2 minutes prior to beginning the cast This allows the sensors time to wet and the pressure case to shed heat Begin monitoring data using SeaCast or HyperTerminal 8 SeaCast Instrument Setup View Data O00 0 14 201745 14 20 17 50 14 20 17 55 14 201760 14 20 17 64 14 20 17 69 14 20 17 74 14 20 17 78 14 20 17 83 14201788 14201792 14 20 17 98 14 20 18 02 14 20 18 07 14 20 18 12 14 20 18 16 14 20 18 21 14 20 18 26 00 062 Send the instrument down to the desired depth and return it to the surface Note that with the Minos X in the typical vertical orientation the downcast is usually more accurate than the upcast data since the downcast measurements are not contaminated by the thermal shedding from the pressure case Post Deployment Procedures When the instrument is pulled from the water it should be rinsed in fresh water Dry the area around the connectors with a clean cloth or compressed air prior to disconnecting the plugs or cables Do not blow compressed air into the Pressure Xchange sensor Remove the shorting plug or cable Place dummy plug in the connector to protect it Dry the instrument and stow it securely 14 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Viewing your
28. e Minos X is capable of logging continuously for 19 hours with a full battery charge The actual life varies somewhat depending on the sensors installed Sampling rates are programmable by time 25 Hz to every 24 hours by pressure 0 1 dbar or greater increments or by sound speed 0 1 m s or greater increments When logging at time intervals of 25 seconds or more the Minos X powers down between samples to conserve the batteries Communications with the Minos X are accomplished with RS 232 or RS 485 The instrument can be powered both internally and externally User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Which Manual Do I Start With AML Oceanographic s Xchange instruments are shipped with several manuals on the CD e An instrument manual This Minos X manual which provides an overview on how to use and maintain the instrument e A software manual SeaCast which provides instructions on how to use the software to configure the instrument and review instrument data Xchange sensor manuals C Xchange SV Xchange P Xchange T Xchange and TurbiditysXchange which provide overviews on how to install and maintain each of the Xchange sensors If you are configuring an instrument for field use or lab test we recommend that you begin with the software SeaCast manual If you are focussed on instrument maintenance we recommend that you begin with the instrument manual If you are wishing to swap an Xch
29. e range that closely matches the depth of the deployment Caution Do not exceed the specified pressure ratings of the P Xchange sensor TurbiditysXchange sensor or the instrument housing Overpressure can result in damage to the sensors and the instrument TurbidityeXchange sensors are limited to deployments of 500m depth or less Pre Deployment Procedures 4106 weeks ahead o Usethereceiving steps above to verify the instrument is in good working order o Verify the calibrations of all sensors are valid for the duration of the deployment If not swap the Xchange sensors for sensors with valid calibrations or send the Xchange sensors to a service center for recalibration o Lightly lubricate the connectors with 3M silicone spray or equivalent e Before leaving the jetty o Verify the P Xchange pressure range is appropriate for the depth of the deployment o Connectthe instrumentto a computer using the data cable o Checkthe instrument memory Save any unsaved memory files the memory using SeaCastor the INIT command Caution Install blanking plugs in all unused sensor ports prior to deployment Failure to install blanking plugs will result in damage to the connectors C Xchange amp SV Xchange blanking plug T Xchange amp Xchange TurbiditysXchange blanking plug User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Supported Sensor Configurations Secondary Port 2 Xchange
30. ent has been detected by SeaCast select the Setup tab at the top of the SeaCast window 11 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X The box in the upper left of the Setup page controls the sampling of the instrument There are three sampling methods available e Sampling by Time Interval ie sample 25 times per second 10 times per hour every 5 seconds etc e Sampling by Depth Interval ie 1 sample every 1 1 sample every 20 dbars etc This option is only available when a Pressure Xchange sensor is installed in the instrument Sampling by Sound Velocity Interval ie 1 sample every time sound velocity changes by more than 1 m s 1 sample every time sound velocity changes by more than 4 m s etc This option is only available when a Sound Velocity Xchange sensor is installed in the instrument Choose sample method Choose sample method Choose sample method Time Depth Sound Speed Time Depth Sound Speed Time Depth Sound Speed C Second s Second Minute s Minute BEES Log every 0 dbars Log every 0 m s Continous Sampling Method Selection Tab SeaCast will allow the user to use only one sampling method at a time Thus if 5 samples per second is chosen as shown above the depth and sound velocity increments are zeroed This prevents conflicting sampling requirements from being programmed into the instrument Instrument
31. ent identification header output on NOHEADER powerup SET STARTUP Enables the instrument identification header output on HEADER powerup 33 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Logging commands Command SET SCAN LOGGING Description Enables simultaneous logging amp real time output If real time logging in air is desired set instrument conductivity threshold and sound velocity amp pressure increments to zero Requires SET SCAN Disables simultaneous real time logging NOLOGGING SET TIMEOUT nn nn is time in minutes from 0 to 30 Enters logging mode after the specified time interval has passed in which the instrument has been idle Power the unit off then on to exit the logging mode A time interval of 0 will deactivate the command Setting is viewable using DIS STARTUP LOG Puts unit into logging mode from real time mode It will remain in logging mode until power is turned off SET LOG tttttttt ttt Sets new log file name log file name Name can have up to 8 characters in length 3 chars for file extension INIT Clears the instruments logging memory DIRECTORY Displays list of files in instrument memory amp memory status including amount of memory space free and used DUMP tttttttt ttt Dumps the data of the specified logged file defined by tttttttt ttt in REAL or RAW format depending on the current instrument mode DELETE tttttttt ttt Erases specified logged file
32. er e If using external power over a long cable check the voltage drop over the cable Measure the voltage across a 10 watt 270 resistor across pins 1 and 4 of the cable The voltage must be above 7 volts e Are the communication settings in the program used on the computer correct Comm port selection 8 bits 1 stop bit No parity No hardware handshaking o Baud rate between 600 and 38 400 baud e Are the communication settings in the instrument correct o Was the instrument specifically set to one baud rate last time If so the user must use that baud rate to resume communications o Was the instrument set to only RS 232 or only RS 485 last time If so the user must resume communications in the required protocol o Was the instrument set to RX OFF last time If so a carriage return must be sent to the instrument immediately after power is applied to interrupt this mode o Was the instrument set to monitor on power up mode If so a carriage return must be sent to the instrument immediately after power is applied to interrupt this mode e 5 the connector damaged Instrument fails to log Verify the LED indicator status o With the instrument in air insert the red shorting plug The LED indicator should show solid green indicating the instrument is CHARGED and READY if neither a SV Xchange or ConductivitysXchange sensor is installed the instrument will begin logging in air o Place the instrument senso
33. f removing it from the instrument output scans Current salinity display status is viewable using DIS SCAN CX T X and PX SET SCAN SV Tums the calculated sound velocity channel on allowing it to be present in instrument output scans Current salinity display status is viewable using DIS SCAN This is only available when C P and T sensors are attached CX T X and PX SET SCAN TIME Enables displaying time in data scan SET SCAN NOTIME Disables time from being displayed in data scan SET SCAN DATE Enables displaying date in data scan SET SCAN NODATE Disables date from being displayed in data scan DIS DELIMITER Displays the current delimiter setting for the scan monitor log output Options available are space comma and tab SET DELIMITER SPACE Sets the delimiter to space separated values for scan monitor log output SET DELIMITER SET DELIMITER TAB Sets the delimiter to comma separated values for COMMA scan monitor log output Sets the delimiter to tab separated values for scan monitor log output DISPLAY STARTUP Displays the power up output settings SET STARTUP PROMPT Sets the instrument to wait for user commands on power up SET STARTUP SCAN Sets the instrument to output one scan on powerup nd then wait for a user command SET STARTUP Sets the instrument to start monitoring data on power up MONITOR SET STARTUP Disables the instrum
34. inos X Configuring Sampling Parameters using SeaCast AML Oceanographic SeaCast application software greatly simplifies the process of setting up an instrument to complete a profile Full details on the instrument configuration process can be found in the SeaCast manual Below please find a quick summary of that process Selecting an Instrument for Configuration On the Instrument Tab the first row of fields Port Baud Rate and Status control and display the communications with the instrument Sensor Calibrated Range 01 22 10 1375 1625 m s The Port field allows the user to select the computer communications port to which the instrument is connected If uncertain about the port the user can check the ports in the Device Manager or Hardware Manager found in the control panel in the Windows operating system The Refresh selection at the bottom of the list allows the user to force a new detection of available ports This is useful if a USB connection is made after SeaCast is launched The Baud Rate field is used to select the baud rate the user wishes to use while communicating to the instrument Lower baud rates allow longer cables to be used if using RS 232 485 422 Higher baud rates shorten the data transfer times Choose 38 400 baud whenever possible 10 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X If an instrument is set to autobaud default setting it
35. lug the charger into the charge connector o Plug the charger into a 120 or 240 volt AC outlet and allow the instrument to charge until the red charging light on the charger tums green A full charge requires approximately 5 hours however the battery will reach 80 capacity within 2 hours The charger should be connected to the battery before plugging the charger into the AC outlet for proper operation of the charger and charging light Charging the spare battery 20 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X e Dry the instrument e Open the battery compartment on the instrument o Remove the four 4x20 set screws in the instrument using 1 8 inch hex driver o Grasp the shackle bar and slowly wiggle the end cap out of the instrument until it reaches the soft stop Do not twist or attempt to unscrew the endcap this will twist the internal cable harness and can damage the wires o Undo the Velcro retainer remove the battery pack and disconnect the battery connector 21 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X o Connect the new battery connector Ensure the correct polarity The latch on the connector will engage o Place the battery pack into the holder and secure the Velcro strap Tuck the battery connector into the endcap 22 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X o Re insert the endcap into the instrument Do not twist the endcap more than 1 4 tu
36. mmand the terminal emulation program must be configured for that baud rate Connect the instrument to the computer using the data power cable supplied with the instrument Instrument data will stream through the terminal emulation program window Unplug the data power cable from the instrument to turn the instrument off Hold down ENTER Plug the data power cable into the instrument to turn the instrument on Release the ENTER key once the prompt gt is displayed Using the terminal emulation program issue the following commands to disable data on powerup o SETSTARTUP HEADER enables the power up header information SET STARTUP PROMPT disable data output on power up SET SAMPLE RATE 10 S selects the desired sampling rate SET DETECT A7 set 10 autobaud attempts then default to 38400 baud Note details on the SET DETECT command can be found in the appendix Unplug the data power cable from the instrument to turn the instrument off 17 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Maintaining the Instrument Battery Care Incorrect care can reduce the life of the batteries Below are some guidelines to prevent damage to the batteries e Do not leave the data cable installed in the instrument This turns the instrument on and depletes the battery Do notleave the red shorting plug installed This turns the instrument on and depletes the battery e Before storing the instrument for several months charge the
37. nd plug the charger back in This will reset the charger and start charging the battery 29 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X SeaCast fails to recognize a sensor e Be sure to download the latest version of SeaCast o TurbiditysXchange requires SeaCast version 3 0 or greater for full functionality 30 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X AML Oceanographic Contact Info Service To request an RMA or technical support Email service AMLoceanographic com Phone 1 250 656 0771 Fax 1 250 655 3655 Sales For all general sales inquiries Email sales AMLoceanographic com Phone 1 250 656 0771 Fax 1 250 655 3655 Website htto www AMLoceanographic com Customer P ortal The Customer Portal allows AML Oceanographic customers to download calibration certificates and other related instrument documentation view instrument details and diagnostic reports It also allows AML Oceanographic customers to gather technical documentation troubleshooting guides etc RMA requests or technical support queries may also be submitted through the portal For access to the Customer Portal please click on the Client Service amp Support button located on the left hand side of the AML Oceanographic home page Mailing and Shipping Address AML Oceanographic 2071 Malaview Ave Sidney BC Canada V8L 5X6 3l User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Appendices Commands When using SeaCa
38. nt shackle bar Lower the instrument until it is just submerged Keep the instrument at this depth for 2 minutes prior to beginning the cast This allows the sensors time to wet and the pressure case to shed heat e Send the instrument down to the desired depth and return it to the surface e Note that with the Minos X in the typical vertical orientation the downcast is usually more accurate than the upcast data since the downcast measurements are not contaminated by the thermal shedding from the pressure case 13 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Monitoring Real Time Data Ensure the pre deployment procedures have been done see Page 6 Ensure that desired sampling requirements have been selected and applied Plug the data power cable into the instrument If you power the instrument externally over a long cable please note the following o The longer the cable the higher the voltage drop on the cable The voltage drop on a standard AML cable with a standard Minos X is about 2 volts per 100m of cable while sampling and 0 volts per 100m when in low power mode The instrument s low voltage warning has a default level of 7 2 volts The instrument s auto shutdown voltage has a default level of 6 5 volts The instrument s maximum voltage is 26 volts The voltage at the instrument while sampling must be above the shutdown level for the instrument to operate With the instrument in air use the zero comman
39. rate of 600 1200 2400 4800 9600 19 200 or 38 400 baud After power up the Minos X will wait for an ASCII carriage return The instrument will automatically detect whether communications RS 232 or RS 485 as well as the baud rate Output Formats Output formats can be modified by the user If the modifications required are not supported by the commonly used command list in the next section please contact the factory and we will support your requirements The user can change e The number of decimal places for each channel e Turm on or off date and time calculated parameters battery voltage power up information header automatic monitoring on power up Default output format The output from the Minos X is space separated values There are commands to change the delimiter to tab or comma separated values if required Example default data channel outputs with all calculated parameters turned on are SV P T sensors Date Time Sound velocity Pressure Temperature Battery Density Salinity mm dd yy hh mm ss ss m s dbar C volts kg m3 ppt SV P Turbidity sensors Date Time Sound velocity Pressure Turbidity Battery mm dd yy hh mm ss ss m s dbar NTU volts C P T sensors Date Time Conductivity Pressure Temperature Battery Density Salinity Sound velocity mm dd yy hh mm ss ss mS cm dbar C volts kg m3 ppt m s
40. rn each way Excessive twisting of the endcap will damage the internal wiring of the instrument o Replace the four 4x20 set screws o Connect the instrument to a computer perform a scan and check the battery voltage A fully charged battery will be approximately 8 3 volts Periodic Maintenance Periodic maintenance will prolong the life of the instrument The following is recommended e f the instrument is very dirty or oily use warm soapy water and allow the instrument to soak before cleaning with a rag or soft brush Rinse with fresh water e Before each use o Check the battery voltage a fully charged battery will be approximately 8 3 volts a low battery will be less than 7 2 volts o Checkthe tightness of swappable sensors o Checkfornicks and cuts on the cable e After each use o Clean and rinse the instrument using fresh water o Dryand safely store the instrument o Partially charge the batteries if storing the instrument for long periods e Monthly o Lightly lubricate the connector contacts with silicone spray or equivalent e Yearly o Send the instrument or Xchange sensors to a service centre for diagnostics and re calibration 23 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Communications PC Settings The Minos X will communicate with both RS 232 and RS 485 serial connections The computer to which the instrument is connected must be set up as follows e 8 bits 1 stop bit No parity No hardware handshaking Baud
41. rs in water The LED indicator should show flashing green indicating the instrument is CHARGED and LOGGING o Ifthe LED indicator shows red charge the battery If the indicator does not light up then the instrument is not operating correctly continue with the following troubleshooting items 28 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Allow two sample periods for the instrument to detect that it is immersed Was the red shorting plug firmly seated in the instrument Are the batteries dead LED light does not illuminate when shorting plug is installed Were the sound velocity increment pressure increment and or sample rate settings set to values preventing logging Was the log file name set correctly Is the connector damaged dirty or corroded Send an INIT command to the instrument to re initialize the memory Instrument generates noisy or inaccurate data Is the connector damaged dirty or corroded If connected to external power is there noise on the power supply Switching power supplies are common sources of noise Nearby EMI sources such as electric motors can create noise If possible move the instrument and its cables away from the noise source Are there bubbles on the SV Xchange sensor or in the ConductivitysXchange sensor Is the SV Xchange sensor clean Is the ConductivitysXchange sensor clean Is the Temperature Xchange sensor damaged Is there something nearby affecting the water temperat
42. s not need to be removed from service for calibration e Spare sensors ensure that an instrument can be immediately returned to service after catastrophic damage such as a high speed impact with the ship s hull All calibration and traceability data resides within each sensor There is no need update instrument configuration files or coefficients Calibration data for all sensors is instantly available from the instrument and calibration certificates can be printed from AML Oceanographic s SeaCast software whenever the instrument is connected e Logged data is stamped with sensor traceability and instrument configuration data So there is never a doubt about how the data was collected or the status of the sensor s calibration e Since only the sensors need to be returned for recalibration the shipping costs are dramatically reduced The Minos X is the compact multi sensor data logging instrument of the X series family 15 designed primarily for small boat and hand deployed operations It provides all the capabilities and accuracy of the large Plus X instruments but trades off battery capacity and many additional sensor channels in favour of reduced weight and size The Minos X is equipped with one primary Xchange sensor port i e conductivity or sound speed and two secondary Xchange sensor ports i e temperature and pressure One additional digital port or two additional analog ports can be added by the factory if required Th
43. st the command set is not usually necessary However text commands are available Below is a listing of commonly used commands Note that some commands are only be available on instruments equipped with the appropriate with Xchange sensors Communications commands Command SET FORCE 232 Description Sets com mode to RS 232 Power must be cycled for changes to take effect Requires SET FORCE 485 Sets com mode to RS 485 Power must be cycled for changes to take effect SET FORCE AUTO Sets for auto detection of RS 232 or RS 485 comms Note that if instrument is not connected to a com port on power up itassumes RS 485 operation amp will remain in that mode until powered down DISPLAY FORCE Displays current com mode ie 5 232 5485 AUTO DISPLAY DETECT SET DETECT ab Displays the baud rate detection settings Sets the baud rate detection a sets the number of autobaud detection attempts before the instrument reverts to the default baud rate set by b Setting 0 forces the instrument to a fixed baud rate determined by b b 1 600 baud 4 4800 baud 7 38400 baud 2 1200 baud 5 29600 baud 8 257600 baud 3 2400 baud 6 19200 baud 9 115200 baud Sampling rate commands Command DISPLAY SAMPLE RATE SET SAMPLE nt Description Displays the time based sampling rate Sets the desired sampling rate n is a number and t is the time units Examples are Req
44. tain an RMA number from the service centre e Perform all the steps listed above for Receiving e Pack the instrument in its original shipping box if possible to prevent damage during shipping An RMA number can be requested using any of the following contact options Service Department Email service AMLoceanographic com Phone 1 250 656 0771 Fax 1 250 655 3655 Website htto www AMLoceanographic com Customer P ortal RMA requests may also be submitted through the customer portal on the AML Oceanographic website To access the Customer Portal please click on the Client Service amp Support button located on the left hand side of the AML Oceanographic home page Mailing and Shipping Address AML Oceanographic 2071 Malaview Ave Sidney BC Canada V8L 5X6 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Using the Instrument Pressure Ratings Pressure ratings are given for both the P and TurbiditysXchange sensors and the entire instrument Deployments should never exceed the lower of these two pressure ratings For example a 500m instrument equipped with 6000 dBar 0 6000m P Xchange sensor is limited to deployments of 500m depth or less Similarly a 6000m instrument equipped with a 500 dBar 0 500m P Xchange sensor is also limited to deployments of 500m depth or less It is desirable to optimize the accuracy of pressure measurements by using P Xchange sensor with a pressur
45. the battery to 8 3 volts the charger will turn off and the instrument will start drawing on the battery When the battery voltage drops below 8 volts the charger will automatically turn on and start charging the battery up to 8 3 volts The charger can be restarted by manually resetting the charger refer to procedure below It is possible to use the instrument while charging the battery however instrument use causes the power consumption to fluctuate which can confuse the charger and cause it to stop charging prematurely The charger monitors the charging power to detect when the battery is charged fluctuating power from the instrument can corrupt the algorithm To ensure proper charging manually reset the charger when you have stopped using the instrument refer to procedure below To manually reset the charger unplug the charger from the wall and plug the charger back in This will reset the charger and start charging the battery 19 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Changing the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 015 sometimes more efficient to swap a depleted battery pack with a charged battery To facilitate this a spare battery and charge connector can be ordered with the product code CSE 0013 CSE 0013 Spare battery and charge connector To change the battery pack e Charge the spare battery o Plug the charge connector into the battery Ensure the correct polarity The latch on the connector will engage o P
46. uires INCREMENT SETSC sets the sampling to continuous 25 Hz SET 5 5 s 5 samples per sec SETS1s 1 sample per second SET S 2 m 2 samples per minute SETS5m 1 sample every 5 minutes SETS 2 h 2 samples per hour SETS 24h 1 sample every 24 hours DISPLAY INCREMENT Displays logging increment for pressure in dBars SET PRESSURE Sets logging by increment of pressure specified by n PX INCREMENT n increment value in dBar resolution of 2 decimal places SET SOUND Sets logging by increment of SV specified by n increment SV X INCREMENT n value in m s resolution of 1 decimal place DISPLAY SOUND Displays the logging increment for sound velocity in m s SV X 32 User Manual for AML Oceanographic s Minos X Output format commands Command DISPLAY SCAN Description Displays current scan options Requires SET SCAN NOBAT SET SCAN BAT Tums the battery channel off Tums the battery channel on SET SCAN NODENSITY Tums the calculated density channel off CX T X and PX Or SVX TeX and P X SET SCAN DENSITY Turns the calculated density channel on CX T X and PX Or SVX TeX and P X SET SCAN NOSALINITY Turns the calculated salinity channel off CX TX and P X Or SVX TeX and P X SET SCAN SALINITY Turns the calculated salinity channel on CX T X and PX Or SVX TeX and P X SET SCAN NOSV Turns the calculated salinity channel of
47. ure Are debris or bubbles covering the face of the TurbiditysXchange sensor Battery fails to fully charge Is the charger connected to the data power cable If the instrument is used while charging the battery the changes in power consumption can cause the charger to stop charging The charger monitors the charging power to detect when the battery is charged fluctuating power from the instrument can corrupt the algorithm To ensure proper charging manually reset the charger when you have stopped using the instrument refer to procedure below If the charger light is green but the battery voltage is less than 8 volts manually reset the charger refer to procedure below If the charger light is green and the battery voltage is between 8 and 8 3 volts This is normal The charger will charge the battery up to 8 3 volts and then stop charging However if the data power cable is left plugged in to the instrument the instrument will remain on and draw on the battery When the battery voltage drops below 8 volts the charger will automatically turn on and start charging the battery up to 8 3 volts The charger can be restarted at any time by manually resetting the charger refer to procedure below To stop the battery from draining down to 8 volts unplug the data power cable from the instrument as soon as the red light on the charger tums green This will turn off the instrument To manually reset the charger unplug the charger from the wall a
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