September
2017
Sentinel V SC and RT Operation Manual
Page 16
EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.
Wireless Connection Common Issues
The ADCP does not appear on the list of devices:
The ADCP may have timed out. Place a finger over the Touch Sensor again. There
is a short beep indicating that the WLAN is enabled on the ADCP. The ADCP’s
WLAN will remain on for five minutes after the short beep. It may take several at-
tempts of clicking the Refresh icon ( ) before the ADCP appears on the list.
Another computer may already be connected to the ADCP. Only one computer may
be connected to an ADCP at a time.
The ADCP does not have power – connect the battery. After power is applied (long
beep), there is a 10 to 15 second delay before the network is available (short beep).
Wait for the short beep before clicking the Refresh icon ( ).
If the touch sensor is blocked with biofouling, thoroughly clean the sensor cavity
first (see
There are no beeps when the touch sensor is touched:
Check that the battery is installed.
If you are using a lithium battery pack, see
. Test the
lithium battery pack safety circuit. See
Testing the Lithium Battery Pack
for
instructions.
See
Touch Sensor Response / System Beeps
If there are still problems, see
There are no ADCPs on the list of devices:
Start the wireless network device on the laptop if it is not automatically enabled.
This may be a built-in wireless connection on a laptop or a USB wireless adapter.
Look for a hardware switch or special function key on the laptop that can turn the
wireless radio on or off.
Consult the instruction manual for your specific laptop if
you are not sure how to do so.
If the computer uses an external wireless adapter, make sure the adapter is working
correctly and is attached and installed properly.
Try using a different USB wireless adapter.
