Vemco HR2, User Manual

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Quick Start Checklist
You’ve just gotten a new HR2 receiver . Use this quick start checklist to ensure that
your receiver is working as expected.
CAUTION: The HR2 is shipped in Suspend mode, with the internal battery connected. Always put the
receiver in Record mode (start a study) before deployment.
CAUTION: Always handle your receiver with great care. The hydrophone (the receiver's
"microphone") is the receiver's most delicate part. Do not bump the hydrophone or the receiver may
be damaged and unable to detect transmitters.
To verify the proper operation of your receiver
1. Install Fathom software.
2. After taking the receiver out of the box, remove the Dummy Plug and connect cable
from receiver to computer.
3. If automatic installation of RS-485 drivers does not succeed, see "Installing the
Communication Cable Drivers", on page 169 .
4. Launch Fathom (click Connect from the VEMCO Launcher in the Task Bar).
5. To take the receiver out of Suspend Mode , start a new study (click Start a Study ).
6. Check for 2 quick red flashes every 5 seconds (to verify Record Mode is ON).
7. On the Status Tab , check the following:
a. Verify Tilt is working.
b. Verify Temperature is accurate.
c. Check % remaining on battery (should be close to 100%).
d. Check built-in
transmitter settings
.
8. Observe LED Status Light and verify built in transmitter operation (see "Status Light
Flashes", on page 165 for expected flash sequence/colour).
9. Put receiver back in Suspend Mode if not immediately deploying.
10. If immediately deploying, keep receiver in Record Mode and see "In-Air Test", on
page 29 for instructions on performing in-air test with transmitter.