Valeport SWiFT - User Manual

SWiFT & SWiFT plus Operating Manual
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MANUAL-68251662-9
Date:
April 2021
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Summary

SWIFT Profilers - Introduction

SWIFTplus - Profiler with Optical Sensor

Key Features and Applications

Sensors

3.1 Sound Velocity Measurement

Describes the sound velocity sensor technology and its performance specifications.

3.2 Conductivity

Details the inductive conductivity sensor, its optimization for water flow, and specifications.

3.3 Temperature

3.4 Pressure Sensor

3.5 Optical Sensors

Details various optical sensors including Fluorometers, Turbidity, linear range, and quenching.

3.6 Calculated Parameters

3.7 Operational Battery Life

Provides estimates of battery endurance based on different duty cycles.

Rechargeable Battery

Battery Characteristics and Status LEDs

5.1 Charging Procedures

Instructions on charging the SWIFT battery using the supplied charger.

5.1.2 Charging from Laptop USB

5.1.3 Battery Life Expectancy

Operation

6.1 Software Options

Outlines the available software packages for operating the SWIFT instrument.

6.2 Interfacing a SWIFT

Explains the primary Bluetooth and fallback USB-RS232 communication methods.

6.3 Interfacing to PC via Valeport Ocean

Describes connecting the SWIFT to a PC using wired USB or Bluetooth.

6.4 Configuration

6.5 Operational Status Indicators

6.6 Operational Modes

Details different operating modes like Smart Profile, Continuous, and Auto Mode.

6.6.1 Smart Profile Mode

Normal operation; records data at depth increments. Covers Down Cast, Up Cast, and Auto Mode.

6.6.2 Continuous Mode

Records observations at a 1Hz rate until the instrument is interrupted.

6.7 Optical Sensor Test - SWIFT plus

6.8 Tare Functionality

6.9 Do Not Deploy Flag

6.10 Status Message

6.11 Data File Structure

Upgrading Your SWIFT

9.1 Firmware Upgrade Process

Procedure for upgrading the SWIFT firmware to support new applications.

9.1.1 Step 1 - Download Required Files

9.1.2 Step 2 - Update the Firmware

9.2 Bluetooth Adapter Re-Program and Pair

Instructions for re-programming and pairing the Bluetooth adapter with the SWIFT.

Valeport SWiFT Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Valeport
Accuracy (Sound Velocity)	±0.02 m/s
Temperature Accuracy	±0.01°C
Temperature Resolution	0.001°C
Pressure Resolution	0.001% FS
Operating Temperature	-5°C to +35°C
Depth Range	Up to 6000m
Depth Rating	6000m
Communication Interface	USB
Materials	Titanium