
May
2015
WorkHorse H-ADCP Operation Manual
Page 182
EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.
DS - Load SpeedOfSound with SVSS Sample (BIT Result)
Purpose
Load the SpeedOfSound variable with a single real scan from the SVSS.
Format
DS
Recommended Setting.
Use as needed.
Description
This command loads the SpeedOfSound variable with a measured value from the SVSS, in
a manner similar to the manner the variable is loaded during deployment. The EZ com-
mand must be issued prior to this command or the function will be bypassed. Set the EZ
command to EZ3xxxxxx. The three enables communication with the SVSS. Upon success-
ful completion of the function call, the SpeedOfSound variable will contain the new value.
Any errors in the function will result in the BIT Result (Table 37) = xxxxxlxx xxxxxxxx
which is displayed after the value.
DW - Current ID on RS-485 Bus
Purpose
Change the device ID sent out before attempting to communicate.
Format
DWx
Range
x = 0 to 31
Default
DW0
Recommended Setting.
Use as needed.
Description
This command sets the RS-485 Bus ID and sends the ID out onto the bus with the parity
forced high. This wakes up the slave device for communications.
DX - Set SVSS to RAW Mode
Purpose
Set the SVSS to Raw mode.
Format
DX
Recommended Setting.
Use as needed.
Description
This command sends “RA” out on the RS-485 bus. If the SVSS is listening, it will change
its data output mode to RAW. RAW data is columnar un-calibrated counts.