ZEPIRO D2O RG1 User manual

D2O®RG1
Product
Manual
DRAFT Version 0.1
January 2021
© Zepiro

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1. GETTING STARTED 1
1.1 THE ZEPIRO D2O RG1 1
1.2 KEY FEATURES 1
1.3 IN THE BOX 2
1.4 ACCESSORY ITEMS 2
1.5 D2O UNIT FEATURE IDENTIFICATION 2
1.6 OTHER TOOLS REQUIRED 3
2. DATA GUIDE 4
2.1 INTRODUCTION 4
2.2 RAIN GAUGE DATA 4
2.3 SYSTEM DATA 4
2.4 NOTIFICATIONS DATA 5
3. INSTALLATION 6
3.1 ANTENNA BASICS 6
3.2 SITE SELECTION 7
3.3 MINIMUM CLEARANCE 9
3.4 PRE-ASSEMBLY 9
3.5 D2O INTERFACE CABLE ATTACHMENT 10
3.6 POST MOUNTING 10
3.7 MAST MOUNTING 11
3.8 SECURING 11
4. WIRING GUIDE 12
4.1 INTRODUCTION 12
4.2 4-PIN M12 TO USB-A CABLE 12
4.3 8-PIN M12 INTERFACE CABLE 12
5. D2O RG1 PROGRAMMING 14
5.1 INTRODUCTION 14
5.2 PRE-PROGRAMMING CHECKLIST 14
5.3 CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER 14
5.4 START-UP SEQUENCE 15
5.5 SERIAL TERMINAL SETTINGS 15
5.6 VT100 TERMINAL EMULATION OPTION 16
5.7 CORE OPERATION PROGRAMMING 16
5.8 DISCONNECTING FROM A COMPUTER 17

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6. SERIAL COMMANDS 18
6.1 INTRODUCTION 18
6.2 COMMAND LIST 18
6.3 COMMAND DETAILS 20
7. SPECIFICATIONS 26
7.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 26
7.2 REGULATORY & RADIATION INFORMATION 26
7.3 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 27
8. TROUBLESHOOTING 28
8.1 OPERATIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING 28
8.2 SERIAL TERMINAL TROUBLESHOOTING 29

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The Zepiro® D2O® (Direct-To-Orbit) RG1 is a satellite telemetry solution for
digital, pulse type, tipping bucket rain gauges. It is ideally suited to use in
remote or diicult to access areas and can transmit from virtually any surface
location globally within satellite service areas.
It is a low-powered device designed for endurance, maintenance-free
monitoring applications with the included battery capable of providing power
for up to three years.
The D2O RG1 records hourly rainfall totals and data messages are created
and queued for satellite transmission periodically throughout the day, each
containing up to 7 hourly measurements. Messages are sent via a low-earth
orbit satellite network back to a terrestrial ground station. From there Zepiro’s
servers securely recompile the data packets to readable formats and forwards
the data to the end user for analysis.
1.1 THE ZEPIRO D2O RG1
• Integrated satellite transceiver
• Integrated GPS receiver
• Low power micro processor for data acquisition
• Pulse Input, 30uA Bias, Normally Open Contact
• Range up to 819mm/h Rainfall
• Recording Capacity of 52428.8mm before counter roll-over
• Tamper detection and reporting
• Internal non-rechargeable battery pack (serviceable)
• Single protected M12 8-Pin Interface connector to device
• Separate USB interface to allow for “as installed” commissioning and
validation via Serial Terminal soware
• Self-contained in rugged housing to suit harsh environments (Pending IP67
testing)
1.2 KEY FEATURES

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The D2O RG1 is provided with the following items:
Zepiro D2O RG1 Unit D2O Antenna with securing
M4 Grub Screw
8-Pin M12 Interface Cable
1.3 IN THE BOX
4-Pin M12 To USB-A Cable
The following item is available separately:
1.4 ACCESSORY ITEMS
1. Antenna Base
2. Battery Switch
3. 4-Pin M12
Connector
& Dust Cap
4. Product Identification Label
6. 8-Pin M12
Connector
5. Hex Head
Grub Screw
1.5 D2O UNIT FEATURE IDENTIFICATION
(Locked On
for Tamper
Protection)

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A Computer capable of running a Serial Terminal soware application, with a
USB-A port, capable of supplying at least 500mA of current.
Computer
A 2.5mm Allen Key or other Hex Drive is needed to fasten the D2O’s Hex Head
Grub Screw, which is used to secure the device to its mount.
2.5mm Allen Key, or Other 2.5mm Hex Drive
1.6 OTHER TOOLS REQUIRED
The Computer must have a Serial Terminal soware application installed on
the operating system. The D2O, once connected to the computer by the 4-Pin
M12 To USB-A Cable, is programmed by a Command Line Interface (CLI) using
the Terminal Soware application. A recommended terminal application for
the Windows® operating system is:
Serial Terminal Software Application
Tera Term
https://osdn.net/projects/ttssh2/releases/
A 2.0mm Allen Key or other Hex Drive is needed to fasten the Antenna’s Hex
Head Grub Screw, which is used to secure the Antenna to the Antenna Base.
2.0mm Allen Key, or Other 2.0mm Hex Drive

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DATA DESCRIPTION
Total mm The total rainfall that has been recorded in millimetres since the D2O’s initial deployment
Data Points Up to 7 hourly measurements of rainfall in mm, to 0.1mm precision, individually timestamped. The number of
measurements included in an individual message will vary within a 24hr period based on synchronisation time
settings
Battery Charge The remaining battery charge of the D2O as a percentage, at 1% resolution
Device Integrity Info Basic information to indicate that the system is performing as intended without alert, tamper or fault
2.1 INTRODUCTION
The D2O will transmit a range of data during its normal operation. In addition
to the regularly transmitted core rain gauge data, the D2O will also periodically
transmit system and notification data relating the ongoing operation and
health of the device.
Data is optimised for transmission through the satellite network, and is then
uncompressed and formatted for analysis by the Zepiro servers before being
presented for end use.
The following tables indicate the data that will be transmitted at various times
during the D2O deployment.
This data includes the readings and parameters associated with the rain
gauge input, as well as indicates the data integrity. This data is typically
transmitted 4 times a day.
DATA DESCRIPTION
Battery Information Includes the current battery voltage and remaining charge level as a percentage
Module Temperature The temperature of the PCB board within the D2O enclosure in Degrees Centigrade
Current GPS Coordinates The Global Positioning System (GPS) Latitude and Longitude coordinates in 0.001 resolution
RSSI The Receiver’s background noise level or RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator) in dBm
Queue The remaining storage space in the transmission queue in bytes (0 - 320 bytes)
Sample Counter The total number of samples taken since the D2O’s initial deployment
System data includes diagnostic information about the D2O and is key to
understanding how the unit is performing. This data is continually updated
and is usually transmitted twice a week.
2.2 RAIN GAUGE DATA
2.3 SYSTEM DATA

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DATA DESCRIPTION
Alert Data Reports on alerts (New Battery, Tamper, Login, Memory, Other), including the time that the first alert type was
recorded, the elapsed time from first alert to most recent alert, the types of alert recorded and the total number
of alerts recorded (of any type).
Tamper Data Reports the time activated when the internal tamper switch opens (activates)
Fault Data Reports on faults (Wire Fault, Temperature, Sensor, Failure, Other), including the time that the first fault type
was recorded, the elapsed time from first fault to most recent fault, the types of fault recorded and the total
number of faults recorded (of any type).
2.4 NOTIFICATIONS DATA
Notification data includes information on any alert, tamper of fault the D2O
may be experiencing. This data is only transmitted if there is an active alert,
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3.1 ANTENNA BASICS
Before deciding on a location to install your D2O unit it is important to
understand how the D2O operates.
The D2O uses electromagnetic radio waves to communicate with the
individual satellites in a nano-satellite constellation. Transmission and
reception of these waves is facilitated by the D2O’s antennas.
The D2O knows when these orbiting satellites will be transiting through a
visible section of sky and transmits messages during this window.
The vertical orientation of the D2O’s antennas means that it has the strongest
transmission and reception abilities in a range perpendicular to the Antenna,
emanating in a radial pattern. When a satellite passes through the sky
between the horizon, and up to approximately 75° from the horizon the
D2O has the greatest opportunity for a successful transmission or reception.
Satellite passes below 20° above the horizon have a lower probability of
transmission.
Directly above the Antenna, between 75° and 90° (straight upward), the
transmission and reception abilities of the Antenna are poor.
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Most satellite passes will occur across a partial section of sky. This is due to
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on earth.
Having a clear line of sight to as much of the sky as possible, and in all
directions, will minimise the risk of missed transmission opportunities.
The Antenna gain pattern. The signal strength of the antenna is indicated by the dark arced sections and results in an eective transmission
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the satellite is directly overhead. The darker Grey arrow indicates a low satellite pass that only appears in the sky briefly, at a few degrees
above the horizon. The D2O will experience a mixture of these types of passes.
3.2 SITE SELECTION
A site should be selected where the D2O unit can see the most sky possible.
Where practical the D2O should always be the highest mounted object on top
of a mounting post. Avoid placing the D2O in the following locations:
• In close proximity to buildings, fences, poles, or other structures
• Under or near tall trees or dense foliage
• At the bottom of deep canyons or valleys
• Underneath or in close proximity to solar panels, weather stations, or any
other type of equipment that may share a mounting post/mast with the
D2O
• In a mounted position that is at risk of flooding/submersion
• In close proximity to sources of RF interference such as high voltage power
lines, mobile phone towers or radio towers
Placing the D2O unit in any of the above situations may restrict, or prohibit,
successful transmissions.
Ideally the D2O should have a clear view of the sky in all directions from 10°
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may have failed due to an obstruction of the radio waves. The dark segments represent unobstructed transmission angles at this site and
the light segments represent the ideal transmission angles.
A POOR SITE
INSTALLATION
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maximise transmission opportunities the D2O has been placed on a taller mast allowing for a wider view of the sky. Now the overlap of the
unobstructed angles (dark segments) has increased to cover almost all of the ideal angles (lighter segments).
AN IMPROVED SITE
INSTALLATION

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3.3 MINIMUM CLEARANCE
Irrespective of the mounting type or scenario, the D2O must have a minimum
clearance to the nearest object to avoid Radio Frequency (RF) interference
and adverse Antenna influence.
With the exception of the mounting device itself (post, mast etc.), there should
be no other surfaces or objects within 150mm below the base of the D2O unit
and 500mm radially from the centre of the unit as per the diagram.
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As a first step the Antenna must be installed on the D2O unit before it will
function.
The Antenna is then attached by screwing it on the exposed Antenna Base
thread on the top of the D2O unit. It should be tightened until the Antenna
contacts the D2O Unit. Do not over-tighten the Antenna as irreparable
damage may occur.
Antenna
with securing
M4 Grub Screw
Antenna Base
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Extra care should be taken when handling the D2O once the
Antenna has been attached. Eye protection is recommended
to avoid accidental eye contact with the Antenna tip.
3.4 PRE-ASSEMBLY
Tighten Grub Screw.
Fill head with epoxy
for tamper protection
Tighten the Antenna’s M4 securing Grub Screw until it bites into the Antenna
Base thread and prevents the Antenna from being unscrewed by hand. For
scenarios where tamper prevention or evidence is require then the Grub Screw
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The D2O supports direct installation to a cylindrical post. The mounting
socket on the D2O can accommodate a post with:
• Outer diameter 32mm - 34.5mm
• Internal diameter >26mm
The preferred solution for direct mounting of the D2O is the use of a Nominal
Pipe Size (NPS) steel post with a Diameter Nominal (DN) 25mm or 1 Inch,
as specified in the Australian/New Zealand standard AS/NZS1163 or the
American Standard ASTM A53M.
25mm (DN) NPS is specified as having an outside diameter of 33.4 - 34mm and
is commonly available in hardware stores and from steel suppliers, oen sold
as fence posts.
Suitably secured galvanised or stainless steel post should be used to ensure
weather resistance and durability. Providing a path for any water to drain from
within the post will reduce corrosion potential and extend the installation life.
As well as ensuring a suitable height for transmission capabilities, as per the
Site Selection section, the height of the post should also correspond to the
risk of damage or interference to the D2O. For example if used in an area with
livestock the device should be higher than the livestock could reach. If prone
to vandalism the D2O should be high enough to deter interference and may
require additional protection mechanisms.
The D2O is capable of being mounted in several ways. In all mounting
scenarios it is recommended that the supplied 1.5 meter 8-Pin M12 Interface
Cable is threaded through the mounting device (e.g. a post), emerging only at
the point of connection to a device or junction box. This is to decrease the risk
of damage to the 8-Pin M12 Interface Cable from sources such as:
• Bird, livestock or other animal damage or abrasion
• Falling branches or foliage
• Premature cable deterioration from ultraviolet light and weathering
• Snag risks
As such it is important to prepare the mounting device and cable before
installing the D2O.
If applicable, an appropriately sized hole should be drilled where the cable
will exit the mounting device and the cable threaded through the post and
hole prior to attaching the D2O. Ensure the hole is clean, de-burred and will
not damage the cable. Consider the use of a rubber grommet on the hole
edge to increase protection.
The 8-Pin M12 Interface Cable should then be attached and fastened to
the D2O unit via the 8-Pin M12 Connector, ready for final mounting and
commissioning.
3.5 D2O INTERFACE CABLE ATTACHMENT
3.6 POST MOUNTING

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Antenna mounts and masts are commonly available with a 32mm outer
diameter post making them an acceptable mounting solution.
Several antenna mast kits, including guyed options, are capable of extending
several meters into the air and may be a preferred solution to increase
transmission capabilities in areas where the D2O is surrounded by tall objects.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If installing the D2O at a height that cannot be safely
reached once installed, such as a tall mast, ensure the D2O
is switched on and commissioned prior to mounting as these
steps require physical access to the device.
Ensure the post or mount is engaged all the way to the bottom of the D2O
mounting socket. The D2O is supplied with a Hex Head Grub Screw to fasten
the device to its mount. Use a 2.5mm Allen key or other 2.5mm Hex drive to
fasten the grub screw. The screw should only be tightened enough to stop
easy rotation or removal of the device.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Do not over-tighten the grub screw. It is possible to
permanently damage the D2O’s plastic enclosure by over-
tightening the grub screw to the mount.
For increased mounting strength on a 34-34.5mm post, pre-drill a hole in the
post for the grub screw to pass through. The hole centre should be drilled at
14mm from the top of the mount, in the desired direction. The use of a 5.5mm
drill is recommended.
If using a post with a diameter <34mm, pre-drill an indentation/recess into the
post at the same location. In <34mm diameter pipe a complete hole will not
provide the securing force required and the D2O will have a loose fit.
D2O
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Mounting
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STANDARD FIXING
D2O
Hex Head
Grub Screw
Mounting
Device
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5.5mm Hole
In Mount
IMPROVED FIXING
For scenarios where tamper prevention or evidence is required then the Hex
Head Grub Screw’s head can be epoxy filled.
3.7 MAST MOUNTING
3.8 SECURING

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4.1 INTRODUCTION
There are 2 interfaces available on the D2O RG1. The 8-Pin M12 Connector,
located centrally, is the interface port that connects to the tipping bucket
rain gauge. The 4-Pin M12 Connector is used to connect the D2O RG1 to
a computer via the 4-Pin M12 to USB-A Cable during the commissioning
process.
4.2 4-PIN M12 TO USB-A CABLE
To program and commission the D2O RG1 via the Serial Terminal soware,
a 4-Pin M12 to USB-A Cable (sold separately) is required. The 4-Pin M12
connector interfaces to the matching port on the underside of the D2O RG1
unit.
PIN 1 WHITE Not Used
PIN 2 BLUE Pulse Input
PIN 3 PINK Wire Fault - Terminate with PIN 6
PIN 4 PURPLE Not Used
PIN 5 YELLOW Not Used
PIN 6 GREEN Signal GND
PIN 7 BROWN Not Used
PIN 8 RED Not Used
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The D2O RG1 can be connected to a tipping bucket rain gauge using the 8-Pin
M12 Interface Cable. One end of the cable has the 8-Pin M12 Female Interface
and the other has 8 ferruled capped wires to enable custom wiring.
The pin arrangement for the female connector and the corresponding wire
colours are shown in the diagram below. Once connected to the D2O, their
corresponding functions are shown in the table.
Wires that are not used can be cut o.
4.3 8-PIN M12 INTERFACE CABLE
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PIN 3 and PIN 6 must be connected together when terminating the connection
to the Rain Gauge. This enables the wire fault. Failing to connect PIN 3 and
PIN6 will result in continuous daily fault messages being generated.
In instances where the 8-Pin M12 Interface Cable will be used to connect
directly to the Rain Gauge the connection should be as follows (unused pins
not shown):
Zepiro 8-Pin M12 Interface Cable
Pulse Output
GND (PIN3 + 6)
Terminate PIN 3 and PIN 6
signals together at the
device’s GND Terminal
PIN 2
CONNECTED DEVICE
Pulse Output
GND (PIN3 + 6)
PIN 2
PIN 3
PIN 6
⏚ Device Earth
Cable Screen
Zepiro 8-Pin M12 Interface Cable 3+ Core Screened Cable
JUNCTION
Terminate PIN 3 and PIN 6
signals together at the
device’s GND Terminal
Terminate the Cable Screen
to the device’s earth
CONNECTED DEVICE
PIN 2
In instances where the 8-Pin M12 Interface Cable will be terminated into a
junction (such as a connector or breakout box), the circuit formed between
the connecting of PIN 3 and PIN 6 signals should terminate at the device, not
the junction.
Note a screened cable, with 3 or more cores, should be used to complete
the connection between the junction and the Rain Gauge. This cable length
should be kept as short as possible to minimise the chance of electrical or
magnetic interference influencing the pulse input signal. Example below
(unused pins not shown):

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5.1 INTRODUCTION
Before the D2O can perform its normal operation it must be programmed with
the desired operating parameters.
Programming occurs via a serial interface, using a plaintext protocol that can
be entered by either human or automated system input. A Serial Terminal
soware application (such as Tera Term), running on a Computer, is required
in order to send human entered input commands via a Command Line
Interface (CLI) to the D2O.
Once a connection is established, the CLI provides the following setup
features:
• Control of the D2O Digital Power Switch
• Set device acquisition and system parameters
• Generate a Commissioning Report to confirm current settings
When setting up a D2O for the first time the steps shown in the following
sections should be sequentially followed to ensure the D2O will be correctly
setup and perform its normal operation.
Before commencing any programming or commissioning tasks the following
prerequisite tasks must be completed:
• A 4-Pin M12 to USB-A Cable must be available for connection between the
D2O and a USB port of the Computer, without extension. Ensure the USB
Port is capable of providing at least a 500mA supply
• Ensure GPS satellite signals are available by moving outdoors or close to a
window (required to obtain date, time and location settings of the D2O)
• Serial Terminal soware is installed on the Computer
5.2 PRE-PROGRAMMING CHECKLIST
TO COMPUTER
5.3 CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER
Interfacing to the D2O can occur once the unit has been connected via the
4-Pin M12 to USB-A Cable, to the Computer.
Remove the protective Dust Cap from the 4-Pin M12 Connector on the
bottom of the D2O, and store safely for later replacement. Connect the 4-Pin
M12 to USB-A Cable in-between the D2O and a Computer, ensure that the
Computer’s USB Port is capable of providing at least a 500mA supply.
The D2O unit is now being powered by the USB connection and will
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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION/VALUE
Bit Rate (Speed) 115,200 bits/second
Data bits (Size) 8 bits
Parity None
Stop Bits 1
Flow Control None
Once powered by the USB connection, the expected start-up sequence for the
D2O is as follows:
• The unit will power up and within 2-5 seconds a light within the Battery
Switch should flash a green light twice
• The D2O now acquires the GPS location, time and date settings which can
take up to 90 seconds
• Next the start-up sampling configuration and system status information is
prepared for transmission at the next opportunity, before the unit enters
sleep mode
• Without further intervention the D2O will then wake at the next set sampling
time
• The unit is now ready to interface via the Serial Terminal soware
5.4 START-UP SEQUENCE
To start interfacing to the D2O via the CLI, follow the steps below. For
this example the ‘Tera Term’ soware application is used, but equivalent
processes should be available in other Serial Terminal Applications.
1. Start Tera Term
2. On the New Connection Window, select a Serial connection type. From
the drop-down control, select the Communications Port that corresponds
to the D2O unit, then click the OK Button at the bottom of the window
3. The Terminal window is now shown. Verify the serial connection settings
are correctly setup by going to the Setup > Serial Port... menu. The
following serial interface parameters should be used:
5.5 SERIAL TERMINAL SETTINGS
4. Once confirmed click the New Open Button to proceed
5. Double press the Enter Key until a Chevron character >is displayed. The
Chevron >indicates the D2O is ready to receive CLI input. If a Chevron
does not appear within a few seconds the D2O may be busy performing
setup or synchronisation tasks with the satellite network - please wait up
to 30 seconds and try again. If no Chevron appears then please refer to the
Serial Terminal Troubleshooting Section for help
6. In the event the D2O re-enters sleep mode, indicated by a GOODBYE
message on the screen, press the Enter key repeatedly until the unit wakes
and a Chevron >is once again displayed

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The following procedure ensures that the core parameters for the normal
operation of the D2O RG1 are set, and that it will enter a normal operating
mode once complete. Use the CLI complete the following, pressing the Enter
key aer each line, noting the text entered is case sensitive:
1. Enable the D2O’s Battery Power by typing:
sys -p ON
2. Enter admin mode to allow the editing of system settings (requires the
admin password; The default is: password):
admin password
Note that if the password has previously been changed from the default,
you will need to enter the currently set password.
3. It is recommended to change the default password. This command
requires the new password to be entered twice, separated by a single
space. The password cannot contain whitespace. Example below using
newpassword as the new password:
sys -P newpassword newpassword
4. Set the Rain Gauge’s tipping bucket volume in mm (0.1mm precision). The
supported range is 0.1 to 5.0mm. Example below using 1.0mm volume:
inp -c 1.0
5. Apply the changes to the parameters:
apply A
The D2O RG1 now has the core parameters set to perform its normal
operation.
5.6 VT100 TERMINAL EMULATION OPTION
As an option the D2O supports VT100 terminal emulation for a cleaner display.
Key VT100 Notes:
• To wake the D2O, and at the end of every command, press the “Enter” key
• The terminal shows a prompt with a chevron >
• Sleep timeout is 40s aer the last “Enter” key press. The message
GOODBYE is sent when entering sleep mode
• Keeping the CLI active for more than 3minutes will reset the D2O.
• Entering a wrong or incomplete parameter will display an error message
• Entering help will provide a list of commands where parameters in {} are
optional
• Entering help acq shows help of all commands of the acq: group
If your terminal is set to support VT100 emulation, the CLI supports:
• Cursor Le, Cursor right, Backspace and Delete keys for corrections.
• Cursor Up shows the command history.
5.7 CORE OPERATION PROGRAMMING