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The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. 
Effort has been made to make the information in this manual complete, accurate, and current. 
The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for errors or omissions in this manual. 
Consult 

YSI.com

 for the most up-to-date version of this manual.

Thank you for purchasing a YSI rQPOD Surface Vehicle. This manual covers operation and 
functionality of the rQPOD.

rQPOD features include:
•  Lightweight design for single-person transport in a convenient backpack
•  Easy on-site setup that’s ready to run in 15 minutes or less
•  Marine-grade components for operation in tough environments
•  Ultimate flexibility in sensor payload

Safety Information 

Please read this entire manual before unpacking, setting up or operating this equipment. Pay 
attention to all precautionary statements. Failure to do so could result in serious injury to the 
operator or damage to the equipment. Do not use or install this equipment in any manner other 
than that specified in this manual.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages due to misapplication or misuse of this 
product including, without limitation, direct, incidental and consequential damages, and disclaims 
such damages to the full extent permitted under applicable law. The user is solely responsible to 
identify critical application risks and install appropriate mechanisms to protect processes during a 
possible equipment malfunction.

Product Components 

Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories and inspect for damage.  If any parts or materials 
are damaged, contact YSI at 937-767-7241 or any authorized YSI distributor. 

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modular remote survey boat

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Страница 1: ...USER MANUAL XA00170 MODULAR REMOTE SURVEY BOAT modular remote survey boat ...

Страница 2: ...serious injury to the operator or damage to the equipment Do not use or install this equipment in any manner other than that specified in this manual The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages due to misapplication or misuse of this product including without limitation direct incidental and consequential damages and disclaims such damages to the full extent permitted under applicable law ...

Страница 3: ...p 6 3 2 General Assembly 7 4 Transmitter Alarms Tips 12 4 1 Steering and Turning 12 4 2 Fast and Slow Speed Settings 12 4 3 Signal Strength 12 4 4 Telemetry and Servo Information 13 5 Propeller Servicing 14 6 Troubleshooting 14 7 Spare Parts and Accessories 15 8 Autonomous Vehicle Services 16 9 DJI Phantom 3 Battery Information 18 10 Warranty Statement 22 ...

Страница 4: ...4 rQPOD in Action ...

Страница 5: ... radio link GNSS GPS DUO Length 1 39 m 4 56 ft Width 0 78 m 2 56 ft Weight 6 80 kg 15 lb The RiverScanner Duo Board SonTek M9 On board PC High Resolution Side Scan Sonar GNSS GPS The EXO Surveyor Duo Board Sontek M9 EXO Whale Mount YSI EXO Sonde On board PC with radio link GNSS GPS The Torrent Boards below have been optimized for the rQPOD module and Xylem s industry leading sensors from YSI and S...

Страница 6: ...box Skid Guard Vertical Port red Starboard green Skid Guard Horizontal Port red Starboard green Main Pod Body RADIOMASTER TX16S transmitter Spare props 2 counterclockwise Mk 2 Thrusters assembly with FCS mounts TORX driver and screws FCS key Magnetic Pen 2 Batteries Phantom LIPO 3 Charger Transmitter cover LiPo safe charging bag Spare 20 A fuses O ring grease rQPOD mounting plate 2 x 18650 batteri...

Страница 7: ...imilar size object 3 Fix 2 TORX M9 bolts into the top side of the board 2 Insert thruster assembly into FCS fin slots as shown below The thrusters are interchangeable and work on either side of the board TOP BOTTOM NOTE Only use the FCS key to secure the thruster assembly to the board and do not overtighten A ...

Страница 8: ...Once complete turn the board over NOTE If the TORX screws are not fitted then they will need to be fitted first NOTE When viewed in the normal operating position when the unit is floating on the water the red skid guard should be on the left PORT and the green skid guard should be on the right STARBOARD side of the board when viewed from behind Pass the cables through the holes of the board and en...

Страница 9: ...urn the remote control transmitter and make sure that switch F is in the lower position and the throttle stick is in the center neutral position NOTE Make sure switch F is in the lower position for low speed otherwise a warning will be displayed CAUTION If it is raining or damp use the provided transmitter glove the transmitter is not waterproof and may fail if it gets wet A ...

Страница 10: ...lear battery cover for dirt and clean if necessary and re grease Replace the battery cover making sure the arrow on the cover is pointing towards the sky it is keyed and can only go on one way Lock the handles in place and visually check all seals through the clear battery cover Clean if necessary NOTE Only use batteries that have similar charge levels NOTE Both batteries need to be installed NOTE...

Страница 11: ...er the ARM position the navigation lights on the side of the rQPOD should illuminate and the thrusters should make a sound Whilst holding on to the side of the Torrent board do a quick check of the thrusters using the transmitter before deploying Navigation light NOTE The batteries for the rQPOD have a power save mode to prevent them from discharging when not in use If the thrusters are not turnin...

Страница 12: ...rned on and Switch F is in the high rate position 4 3 Signal Strength The range of the transmitter will vary according to the line of sight and how elevated the user is in relation to the rQPOD If both are approximately 1 m 3 28 ft above ground level the range is approximately 304 8 m 1000 ft but this can be increased if the user is elevated A signal strength indicator is shown below An audible wa...

Страница 13: ...especially at a high speed there will be a drop in the voltage An audible Battery Critical alarm will go off if the voltage drops below 14 7 V and the current is less than 2 A Tmp1 This is the internal temperature of the rQPOD housing Audible alarms are set to go off at temperatures below 5 C 41 F and above 40 C 104 F If the temperature alarms are activated do not continue the operation Limits are...

Страница 14: ...t hold the main body of the thruster to the Kurt nozzle cowling Gently pull the assembly apart 2 Remove the 2 Allen screws using a 2 mm hex driver and remove the impeller Ensure that there is no debris in the back part of the assembly and also under the stator Replace the impeller with a new one if needed ensuring that the new one has the same rotation Replace all screws Do not overtighten ...

Страница 15: ...ram below A NOTE A copy of the Transmitter manual is included within the shipment NOTE It is best to adjust the sub trim out of the water just after it has been submerged to ensure the bearings are lubricated Do not run the thrusters excessively in the air The rQPOD does not steer straight Solution First check that there is no debris in thrusters especially in the rear cone of the thruster This wi...

Страница 16: ...11231 Skid Guard 911219 Batteries 911228 Battery Charger 911226 Battery Cover 910208 Transmitter 911230 Waterproof Glove 910233 Side Scan Sonar 911204 Water Quality Mount for EXO2 and EXO3 SonTek YSI Instrumentation HYPACK Software 7 Spare Parts and Accessories ...

Страница 17: ...lease contact YSI if any of the following services need to be booked with your order YSI com Services YSI com Let YSI Drive Factory training when you purchase a vehicle 937 767 7241 Refresher training or training for new users info ysi com Maintenance contracts for all of your sensors Full service packages where our experts run the technology for you without a purchase Contact YSI s Integrated Sys...

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Страница 19: ...ticated product It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanic ability Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside...

Страница 20: ...may malfunction and cause a serious accident during flight 7 Never disassemble or pierce the battery in any way or the battery may leak catch fire or explode 8 Electrolytes in the battery are highly corrosive If any electrolytes make contact with your skin or eyes immediately wash the affected area with fresh running water for at least 15 minutes and then see a doctor immediately 9 Do NOT use the ...

Страница 21: ...rces such as a furnace or heater Do NOT leave the batteries inside a vehicle on hot days The ideal storage temperature is 22 C 28 C 3 Keep the battery dry Never drop the battery into water 4 Do NOT drop strike or impale or manually short circuit the battery 5 Keep the battery away from metal objects such as glasses watches jewelry and hairpins 6 Never transport a damaged battery or a battery with ...

Страница 22: ...l recycling agent for further assistance Battery Maintenance 1 Never use the battery when the temperature is too high or too low 2 Never store the battery in environments with a temperature higher than 60 C 3 Never over discharge as this may lead to battery cell damage 4 Battery life may be reduced if not used for a long time Travel Notice 1 Before carrying the Intelligent Battery on an airline fl...

Страница 23: ...HIPS Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to the buyer If your system is not functioning properly first try to identify the source of the problem If additional support is required we encourage you to contact us immediately We will work to resolve the prob...

Страница 24: ...ture is central to our work Our products and services move treat analyze monitor and return water to the environment in public utility industrial residential and commercial building services settings Xylem also provides a leading portfolio of smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics solutions for water electric and gas utilities In more than 150 countries we have strong long stan...

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