Xylem SonTek FlowTracker2 - Section 1. Quick Overview; 1.1. System Components

SonTek – a Xylem brand
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Quick Overview Section 1.
1.1. System Components
Layout of FlowTracker2 and all major components are labeled in Figure 1:1.
• Probe – The FlowTracker2 probe (Figure 1:2) contains the acoustic elements to
measure velocity. See Principle of Operations for more information.
• Keypad – The FlowTracker2 keypad is designed for quick and efficient software
operation, configuration and data entry.
• Handheld - The handheld contains the processing electronics, batteries, keypad,
and LCD screen. The handheld is designed to withstand temporary submersion,
but is not intended for underwater operation.
• Battery Compartment – Battery Compartment consist of a water tight battery
cap and an AA battery cartridge for quick access and battery replacement.
• LCD Screen – The LCD screen display the FlowTracker2 handheld software and
real-time graphical display of raw data.
• Probe cable – The probe is factory mounted to a 1500mm (59-in) flexible cable.
The handheld connects to the probe cable with rugged underwater flexible
connector. The standard cable (1500mm) supplied with the FlowTracker2 can be
extended with either an 1500mm (59-in) or 3500mm (137-in) cable extension up
to maximum length of 10m (32.8-ft).
• Communication Connector – A waterproof (IP67) micro USB connector on the
bottom of the handheld connect to external communication cable
Battery Compartment
Handheld
Keypad
Communication
Connector
Figure 1:1 - FlowTracker2 with 2D
Probe
LCD Screen
Probe Cable
Probe
Layout of FlowTracker2 Probe and all major components are labeled in Figure 1:2