WorkHorse Mariner ADCP User's Guide
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3 System Overview
The Mariner ADCP system consists of a WorkHorse Monitor ADCP with
Bottom Track mode, cables, Deck Box, Mounting Plate, and software. The
Mariner system requires the addition of a Windows® compatible computer
to collect data.
3.1 Mariner ADCP Overview
The transducer assembly contains the transducer ceramics and electronics.
Standard acoustic frequencies are 300, 600, and 1200kHz. See the outline
drawings in the Installation Guide for dimensions and weights.
I/O Cable Connector – Input/Output (I/O) cable connects the WorkHorse
ADCP to the computer.
Beam-3 Mark – The Beam-3 mark shows the location of Beam-3 (Forward).
Urethane Face – The urethane face covers the transducer ceramics. Never
set the transducer on a hard surface. The urethane face may be damaged.
Housing – The standard WorkHorse housing allows deployment depths to
200 meters.
Thermistor – The Thermistor measures the water temperature.
Pressure Sensor – The Optional pressure sensor measures water pressure
(depth).
Transducer Head – The WorkHorse electronics and transducer ceramics are
mounted to the transducer head. The numbers embossed on the edge of the
transducer indicates the beam number. When assembling the unit, match
the transducer beam number with the Beam 3 mark on the end-cap.
End-Cap – The end-cap holds the I/O cable connector. When assembling
the unit, match the Beam 3 mark on the end-cap with beam 3 number on the
transducer.
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