Teledyne RIVERRAY Quick reference guide

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RIVERRAY
DEPLOYMENT GUIDE
P/N 95B-6131-00 (April 2022)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREPARING THE ADCP .......................................................................................................................................1
CONNECTING TO THE ADCP .................................................................................................................................3
USING GPS .....................................................................................................................................................8
PREPARE FOR DISCHARGE MEASUREMENT ...............................................................................................................11
LOCATING THE START &STOP POSITIONS.................................................................................................................14
DISCHARGE MEASUREMENTS................................................................................................................................15
GLOSSARY OF COMMON TERMS ............................................................................................................................18
CONCLUSION ....................................................................................................................................................19
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Preparing the ADCP
PREPARING THE ADCP INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING STEPS:
Checking you have all of the RiverRay parts
Installing the documentation and software
Identifying what’s in the Box
Included with the RiverRay system:
Part Number Name Description
RIVRAY600-I RiverRay 600 kHz system The RiverRay system includes the transducer, dummy plug, protective cap,
tools, and mounting hardware for the mounting plate.
When unpacking, use care to prevent physical damage to the transducer
face and connector. Use a soft pad to protect the transducer.
71B-7007-xx RiverRay Tethered Trimaran
(optional)
Tri-hull Tethered Trimaran for tethered deployments (shown folded).
Various GPS wiring configurations available (optional)
Included with the RiverRay Accessories Kit (RIVRAY600-A):
Part Number Name Description
73B-6020-005 I/O cable The I/O cable is used for serial communications.
UK821 Shipping case Shipping case with custom foam cutouts.
95Z-6007-00 Download instructions This sheet has instructions for downloading the software and manuals.
WinRiver II Software TRDI’s river and coastal data acquisition software package where the primary use is
for discharge calculation. Although this is its primary function, it can be used for
general coastal survey applications.
TRDI Toolz Software Utility and testing software package that can be used to test the ADCP.
SxS Pro Software (optional)
Section-by-Section (SxS) Pro is a stationary ADCP discharge data collection and
processing program. Registration code is required to collect data.
Q-View Software (optional)
Q-View is designed for customers using WinRiver II software to have easy access to
an evaluation of the quality of collected data while they are still in the field and
back in the office (registration code is required).
95B-6130-00 RiverRay Getting Started A printed reference card showing how to get started with the RiverRay.
95B-6131-00 RiverRay Deployment Guide A Printed guide showing the steps needs for a successful deployment.
957-6274-00 Serial Communications Setup Card A printed quick reference card showing serial communications setup.
957-6277-00 SD1000U Bluetooth
Communications Setup Card
A printed quick reference card showing Bluetooth communications setup using the
SD1000U.
SD1000U
DAT5-G01R
USB Bluetooth device USB Bluetooth device SD1000U plus the Sena DAT5-G01R antenna.
N/A Spare parts and tools Includes a driver and spare mounting hardware for the Tethered Trimaran
mounting plate. Also includes a 3mm Allen wrench for removing and connecting
the I/O cable strain relief.

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For instructions on using the USB Bluetooth device, see the WinRiver II Software User’s Guide
and the instructions included with the device on the Bluetooth driver CD.
Installing Documentation and Software
The RiverRay documentation and software are downloaded.
1. Follow the instruction sheet on downloading TRDI software and manuals.
2. Software is available on https://tm-portal.force.com/TMsoftwareportal. Install
WinRiver II and TRDI Toolz, SxS Pro (optional), and Q-View (optional) soft-
ware. Both WinRiver II and TRDI Toolz programs are needed to test and de-
ploy the RiverRay system.
3. Manuals are available for download on http://www.teledynemarine.com/rdi. Download the River-
Ray Guide. PDF versions of all RiverRay documentation including this deployment guide are
available for download.
Quick Review
Check that you have all of the RiverRay
parts.
If you are missing parts, contact TRDI
support [e-mail] or call +1
[phone].
Check that the software and
documentation is installed.
Install WinRiver II and TRDI Toolz.

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Connecting to the ADCP
CONNECTING TO THE ADCP INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING STEPS:
Connecting the cables and battery on the Boat
Connecting to the system using WinRiver II
What type power does my system need?
The RiverRay ADCP requires a DC supply between 10.5 volts to 18 volts. Either an external DC power sup-
ply or battery can provide this power. The standard 12v 7 ah battery supplied with the Boat should power
the ADCP for ~40 hours by itself, or ADCP + GPS for ~8 to 12 hours.
Check that the battery voltage is above 10.5 Volts DC. RiverRay ADCPs will work at 10.5 VDC
with at least 400 milli amps; however, batteries with voltages below 11 VDC are at or near
their end of life, and are approaching uselessness.
The power supply must be able to handle the inrush current as well. Inrush current is the current required
to fully charge up the capacitors when power is applied to the RiverRay. The capacitors provide a store of
energy for use during transmit. The inrush current is as high as three Amps rms. The RiverPro /RioPro
will draw this amperage until its capacitors are fully charged.
If the power supply limits the current or the power drop on the cable is significant, then the power on cy-
cle will take longer. It can take up to one minute. If the power shuts down during the inrush current draw,
this may not allow the RiverRay’s electronics to start.
Using the Bluetooth Connection
TRDI strongly recommends that users install the drivers and test communications in a loca-
tion with internet access, before proceeding to their measurement location.
Use a Bluetooth connection for a tethered boat deployment.
RiverRay Connections – Bluetooth Connection
For instruction on using the SD1000U USB Bluetooth device, see the WinRiver II Software
User’s Guide and the instructions and Bluetooth CD included with the device.

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Some Bluetooth devices may ask for a passkey, PIN code, Pair code, Pairing code, Security
code, or Bluetooth code.
In all cases, the code is 0 or 0000 (zero, not the letter o).
The pin code is 0 for systems shipped prior to August 2017 and 0000 for systems shipped
after August 2017. If your system is sent in for repair and the Bluetooth module is replaced,
the pin code (if needed) will change from 0 to 0000.
For RiverRay systems shipped after August 2017, the Microsoft® Bluetooth drivers work with
WinRiver II. For best results, use the USB Bluetooth device with the driver supplied with the
ADCP for WinRiver II.
To connect to a RiverRay ADCP using the Bluetooth port:
1. Attach the Boat’s cable to the ADCP’s connector and install the battery in the Boat. Turn on the
Boat power switch. Verify that both the red and green LEDs light. After a few seconds, the red
LED should go out and the green LED will blink twice and then stay on. This indicates that the
RiverRay self-test has passed. If the red LED stays on, wait a few minutes, cycle the power off,
and back on and check the LEDs again.
2. Plug in the SD1000U device to a USB port and determine the Com port used.
See the WinRiver II SD1000U Bluetooth Communication Setup Card for instructions.
3. Run the ParaniWin program and connect to the ADCP. With the Bluetooth modules used since
August 2017 (or a repaired older unit where the Bluetooth module was replaced) you may need to
use Mode 0 and Authentication (not Encryption). The code is 0000 (four zeros) and click
Apply.
You may need to use either Authentication or no authentication when using ParaniWin with
an SD100U. Try one, and if does not work try the other. Use whichever one works going
forward.
The selection of Mode 0 or Mode 1 is independent of Authentication/no Authentication:
•Mode 1 automatically reconnects to the ADCP, but is otherwise identical to Mode 0.
•You must establish an outgoing connection before you can switch to Mode 1, but once in
Mode 1 you can connect to a different ADCP without switching back to Mode 0.

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4. Exit the ParaniWin program.
5. Start WinRiver II.
6. On the Configure menu, select Peripherals.
7. Select Port: ADCP Serial Port and then click the Configure button.
8. Select the Comm. Port number as noted in step 2. The Baudrate must be set to 115200. Leave
the Databits, Parity, and Stopbits as shown.
9. Click OK to close the Serial Communication Settings screen.
Note it may take several seconds to accept the Comm. Port selection.
In this example, the Comm. Port is set to Com Port 40.
10. Click the Test Port button. The RiverRay banner appears.
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11. Click the Close button to exit the Test Port Dialog.
12. Click the Close button once more to exit the Peripherals Configuration Dialog.
13. Start a new measurement in WinRiver II.
14. To use the RiverPro’s vertical beam, check the Vertical Beam Profile Ping box.
15. On the Configuration Dialog, ensure the ADCP type matches the RiverRay and the indicator
next to the RiverRay is green. Verify the blue LED on the RiverRay ADCP is on.

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Serial Connection
Use a RS-232 Serial connection on a manned boat deployment.
For more information on how to set up Serial communications with WinRiver II, see the
WinRiver II Serial Communications Setup Card and Chapter 2 in the WinRiver II Software
User's Guide.
To set up the Serial connection on a RiverRay ADCP:
1. The I/O cable connector must be lubricated before connecting. Connect the I/O cable to the Ri-
verRay ADCP.
Always apply silicone lubricant before connecting the I/O cable.
2. Attach the I/O cable to the computer’s communication port. The standard communications set-
tings are RS-232, 115200-baud, no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.
RiverRay Serial Connection
3. Connect a battery or DC power supply to the power connectors. Verify that both the red and green
LEDs light. After a few seconds, the red LED should go out and the green LED will blink twice and
then stay on. This indicates that the RiverRay self-test has passed. If the red LED stays on, wait a
few minutes, cycle the power off, and back on and check the LEDs again.
4. Start WinRiver II.
5. On the Configure menu, select Peripherals.
6. Select Port: ADCP Serial Port and then click the Configure button.
7. Select the Comm. Port number the cable is connected to on the computer. The Baudrate must
be set to 115200. Leave the Databits, Parity, and Stopbits as shown.
8. Click OK to close the Serial Communication Settings screen.

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Note it may take several seconds to accept the Comm. Port selection.
In this example, the Comm. Port is set to Com Port 40.
9. Click the Test Port button. The RiverRay banner appears.
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10. Click the Close button to exit the Test Port Dialog.
11. Click the Close button once more to exit the Peripherals Configuration Dialog.
12. Start a new measurement in WinRiver II.
13. On the Configuration Dialog, ensure the ADCP type matches the RiverRay and the indicator
next to the RiverRay is green.
Quick Review
Install the ADCP in the Boat
or on a manned boat.
See the RiverRay ADCP Guide, Chapter 2.
Connect to the ADCP using
a Bluetooth connection
(Boat)
For instruction on using the SD1000U USB Bluetooth
device, see Chapter 2 in the WinRiver II Software User's
Guide and the instructions and Bluetooth CD included
with the device.
See the WinRiver II SD1000U Bluetooth Communication
Setup Card for instructions. A PDF copy is installed with
the software
Connect to the ADCP using
a RS-232 Serial connection
(Manned boat)
For more information on how to set up Serial
communications with WinRiver II, see the WinRiver II
Serial Communications Setup Card and Chapter 2 in the
WinRiver II Software User's Guide.

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Using GPS
Integrated GPS
The RiverRay ADCPs support integration of GPS data into the ADCP data stream. This approach mini-
mizes the potential for latency in the GPS data and does not require a dedicated communications channel
between the GPS receiver and the user’s computer.
To integrate GPS data into the RiverRay ADCP:
Configure the GPS receiver for operation as desired.
Note the baud rate used for NMEA 0183 output.
The baud rate must be greater than 9600. The
recommended baud rate is 57600 or 115,200.
Connect the GPS receiver to the RiverRay using the
appropriate wiring harness and interconnect cable(s).
Mount the GPS antenna above the ADCP.
Apply power to the ADCP/GPS.
Hemisphere V102 and the multipurpose GPS
mount shown. Contact your local sales representative if
you are interested in purchasing a GPS wiring/mounting
kit or a complete GPS system.
Verifying the ADCP is Receiving GPS Data
Do not proceed to using WinRiver II if you want to use GPS data until you can see good GPS messages in
TRDI Toolz.WinRiver II will only display properly formatted and fully populated messages.
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>SF0
External NMEA status: NO DATA, baud option 3
Baud rate 4800(3)
Usage: SF <option>
Options:
0 help
1 status
2 toggle diagnostics
3-8 baud code; 3=4800, 4=9600, 5=19200, 6=38400,
7=57600, 8=115200
9 enable baud detection
10 detect baud now
-1 disable
11 enable
20 message list sub-menu
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To verify that the ADCP is receiving GPS data:
Open TRDI Toolz and connect to the ADCP. After
sending a break type SF0 to show all the SF command
settings.
If you know the baud rate use the appropriate SF
command SF3-8 and skip the next step.