RST Instruments Ltd.
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1.2
A
SSOCIATED
P
RODUCTS
The RS485 adaptor is required for RS232 serial port communication. Refer to
Section 3 for further information.
2
I
NSTALLATION
The ThermArray system may be used in numerous applications. Installation of
the ThermArray system will differ per site specifications.
The ThermArray string will need to be gently uncoiled prior to installation. Take
care to prevent damage to the ThermArray string and nodes when installing in
harsh site conditions or when in contact with materials such as soil and rocks.
A weight or rope may be attached to the deep threaded hole within the
terminal assembly to assist the installation.
NOTE:
C
OUNTER THE BUOYANCY WHEN INSTALLING THE
T
HERM
A
RRAY
S
YSTEM IN A WATER
-
FILLED BOREHOLE OR OTHER UPRIGHT SUBMERGED SITES
.
T
HE WEIGHT REQUIRED TO COUNTER THE BUOYANCY WILL BE EQUAL TO THE WEIGHT
OF THE WATER VOLUME BEING DISPLACED
.
3
RS485
A
DAPTOR
The RS485 adaptor is required for equipment built with a RS232 port.
F
IGURE
3-1
RS232
AND
RS485
T
ERMINAL
C
ONNECTIONS
