User`s manual

Manual revision 016 Section 1: Introduction SBE 49
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Section 1: Introduction
This section includes contact information, Quick Start procedure, and photos
of a typical FastCAT shipment.
About this Manual
This manual is to be used with the SBE 49 FastCAT Profiler Conductivity,
Temperature, and Pressure Sensor. It is organized to guide the user from
installation through operation and data collection. We’ve included detailed
specifications, command descriptions, maintenance and calibration
information, and helpful notes throughout the manual.
Sea-Bird welcomes suggestions for new features and enhancements of our
products and/or documentation. Please contact us with any comments or
suggestions ([e-mail] or 425-643-9866). Our business hours are
Monday through Friday, 0800 to 1700 Pacific Standard Time (1600 to 0100
Universal Time) in winter and 0800 to 1700 Pacific Daylight Time (1500 to
0000 Universal Time) the rest of the year.
Quick Start
Follow these steps to get a Quick Start using the FastCAT. The manual
provides step-by-step details for performing each task:
1. Test power and communications (Section 3: Power and
Communications Test).
2. Deploy the FastCAT (Section 4: Deploying and Operating FastCAT):
A. Establish setup and sampling parameters.
B. Install I/O cable connector and locking sleeve. Connect other end of
cable to computer/controller and to power supply.
C. Verify hardware and external fittings are secure.
D. Remove plugs from end of T-C Duct and pump exhaust.
E. Apply power.
• If AutoRun=Y, FastCAT will start sampling automatically.
• If AutoRun=N, send Start to start sampling.
F. Deploy FastCAT.