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During the Transect measurement, the user has the option to navigate through any data
tabs (described in Section 6.5.8) by clicking the tabs near the bottom of the software.
The user can also right-click to manipulate what data variables they would like to view
during the transect. It is advisable for the user to also view the QA/QC window which
will be updated if various warnings or errors occur. Finally, make sure to monitor the
status icons on the top left part of the screen to be alerted of any issues with data
quality. At any point during the transect, if an issue is found, the transect can be
cancelled by clicking the Cancel Transect button (highlighted in Figure 75).
7.10.6 End Edge
When the vessel reaches the edge of the opposite bank, click the End Edge button
highlighted in Figure 76 (or use [F5]).
Figure 76. Proceed to End Edge
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The same dialog as shown in Figure 72 will
appear for the End Edge. The user can change settings if necessary, and proceed by
clicking
OK
. The End Edge data collection tab will be activated, as shown in Figure 77.
The same rules for the Start Edge apply to the End Edge: the user must keep the vessel
as stationary as possible, ideally allowing at least 10 good samples with at least 2 valid
vertical cells of data to be measured. When finished, if the Auto-Edge feature is
enabled, the RSQ software will move directly to the preview screen for the next
Transect. Otherwise, the user must manually complete the transect by clicking the
Finish button, highlighted in Figure 77.
