September
2017
Sentinel V SC and RT Operation Manual
Page 134
EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.
Troubleshooting Steps
Symptom
Check
No beeps are heard when power is applied.
No communication.
See
Troubleshooting Communication Issues
Beeps are heard when power is applied.
No communication.
See
Troubleshooting Wireless Issues
Able to connect, ReadyV won’t start.
See
One or more Built-In Test Fails.
See
Troubleshooting a Built-In Test Failure
There is a problem with my data.
See
Troubleshooting Communication Issues
If there is a communications issue or no beeps are heard when power is applied:
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Review the
Touch Sensor Response / System Beeps
section and
. Clean the ADCP as needed.
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Open the ADCP to check that the internal end-cap cable(s) and battery connector are connected
correctly.
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Check the Sentinel V battery pack voltage is above 12 VDC.
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Before using the optional Lithium battery pack, always run the battery self-test. See
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Instruments with high inrush currents occasionally trigger the optional Lithium battery pack
short circuit detection, which turns the battery off. If this happens, do the following:
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Disconnect the battery and touch the ADCP’s touch sensor for about 45 seconds to one
minute. Connect the battery and then the ADCP should power on normally.
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If the ADCP still does not power on, connect the
then connect the battery pack. Once the ADCP is connected and ReadyV started, unplug
the AC adapter. The ADCP will work normally after that.
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Remove power to the ADCP for 30 to 45 minutes. Cycling power will cause the system to deplete
any stored power and force it to wake up when power is applied.
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While the end-cap is opened and cables connected, place a finger over the wireless sensor. The
LED on the touch sensor board should light.
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Ensure that the Sentinel V battery housing is clean and dry.
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if their integrity is suspect.
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For systems using the optional External Battery Case, check the I/O cable female connector and
the ADCP male connector for bent pins, dirt, or foreign objects. Verify power is reaching the
ADCP on the cable connector (see
). Open the external battery case to
check that BOTH battery connectors are connected correctly. Remember that both battery packs
are shipped inside the unit, but NOT connected.
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Open the system and try communications