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Nortek Signature Series User Manual

Nortek Signature Series
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Nortek Signature Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAcoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP)
Operating Temperature-5°C to +45°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to +60°C
Temperature SensorIntegrated
Pressure SensorIntegrated
Compass and Tilt SensorIntegrated
Data StorageInternal memory
Communication InterfacesEthernet, RS-232
Depth RatingUp to 6000 meters (depending on model)
Data OutputASCII, binary
Beam AngleVaries by model
Velocity Accuracy±0.5% of measured velocity ±1 mm/s

Summary

Introduction

Basic Interface Concept

Instrument Modes of Operation

Explains the different operational modes of the profiler and how to transition between them.

Break Sequence Timing

Details the timing parameters for the break sequence used for interface communication.

Dual Processor Architecture

Describes the AD2CP's two-processor design for Doppler processing and interface management.

Instrument Interfaces

Command Interface

Details the ASCII-based command interface via terminal software or Telnet.

Telemetry Data Transfer

Explains telemetry as a subset transfer system for low-bandwidth links.

Ethernet Communication

Explains TCP/IP communication protocols and ports used by the instrument.

User Cases and Examples

Average Velocity Data and NMEA

Example of configuring and downloading averaged velocity data using NMEA format.

Download Telemetry File via FTP

Demonstrates setting up and downloading a telemetry file using the FTP protocol.

Download Telemetry File via Serial Port

Procedure for downloading telemetry data in chunks over a serial connection.

Erase Telemetry File

Steps to erase the telemetry file from the instrument's storage.

Check Instrument State over Ethernet

Method for verifying the instrument's current operational status via Ethernet.

Instrument Commands

List of Commands

A comprehensive, categorized list of available commands with their functions.

Instrument Settings Commands

Commands for configuring instrument settings like clock, instance, and user parameters.

Measurement Plan Commands

Commands used to define measurement plans, intervals, and types.

Data Retrieval Commands

Commands for downloading files and inquiring instrument state.

Telemetry Configuration Commands

Commands for setting up telemetry data formats and parameters.

Data Formats

Data Packet Header Definition

Details the structure and fields of the data packet header.

Burst/Average Data Record Definition

Defines the format for Burst and Average data records (DF3).

Bottom Track Data Record Definition

Defines the format for Bottom Track data records (DF20).

String Data Record Definition

Describes the String Data Record used for storing configuration and text data.

Data Limit Formats

Explains the format for returning valid argument values and ranges.

Telemetry Data Formats

Averaging Mode Telemetry Formats

Describes available telemetry data formats for the Averaging mode.

AWAC NMEA Format (DF=100)

Details the AWAC NMEA format, including configuration and sensor data sentences.

NMEA Format 1 and 2 (DF=101/102)

Explains NMEA formats 1 and 2 for configuration and sensor data.

NMEA Format 3 and 4 (DF=103/104)

Details NMEA formats 3 and 4 for header, sensor, and averaged data.

Burst Mode NMEA Formats

Describes NMEA formats 1 and 2 for Burst mode configuration and sensor data.

Altimeter Telemetry Formats

Lists available NMEA data formats for Altimeter telemetry.

DVL Bottom Track Telemetry Formats

Lists available NMEA data formats for DVL Bottom Track telemetry.

ASCII Data Input via Ethernet

Provides sample code for receiving ASCII data over Ethernet.

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