YSI 6200 User Manual
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YSI 6200 DAS
USER Manual
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6200 DCP
The first method to recover a lost 6200 DCP system is to use the AutoConfig function.
This will result in the loss of data that has already been collected; however, it will check
all sensors, re-program, and reset the system.
The 6200 DCP contains the circuit board that collects all of the data and the
communication methods. This circuit has an EEPROM that is programmed by
EcoWatch DCP to carry out it’s tasks. Generally, every time a change is made with
EcoWatch, the 6200 DCP is re-programmed completely and re-booted. The COM port
located inside the enclosure will take priority over any other communication or task that
the 6200 DCP is doing. To check out the field station, load a laptop with EcoWatch and
transfer the configuration files from the base station to the laptop. This is done by
backing up the configuration to disk, then restoring that configuration from disk to the
laptop. You will then have a configuration that is ready to talk to the field station.
At the field station, connect with a straight thru RS-232 cable (provided). In EcoWatch,
switch to Direct, and use the Interrogate Now function. You should hear a small click
from the 6200 DCP as it switches over to communicate thru the front panel COM port.
SYMPTOMS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
ACTION
REF
Depleted battery
Check battery voltage, replace
battery if necessary. 11.7 VDC is
needed for boot-up.
4.3
Program is looping
Remove power for 5 seconds, then
re-apply. You should hear a beep
for about 5 seconds at boot-up.
4.3
Wrong COM port on laptop
Change as necessary.
2
Corrupted configuration file
AutoConfig to reset the program in
the 6200 DCP (6200:AutoConfig).
If this does not work, begin a New
file.
7.6
6200 DCP does not
respond
Check communication
method
Refer to communication section
below.
6.6
Program has changed
AutoConfig to reset program in 6200
DCP (6200:AutoConfig)
7.6
Check sensors
A sensor may be disconnected or
fouled and needs maintenance.
5
RF influencing Sondes
Be sure Sonde cables are not run
near other power lines. Shield if
necessary
7.2
6200 DCP is giving
bad data
Conflicting configurations
If more than one base station
communicates with 6200 DCP, they
must all have the same config files.
6.6
6200 DCP
Continuously beeps
Program is lost
Connect to computer with EcoWatch
DCP and use 6200:Advanced:
Program Now function.
AutoConfig after to be sure program
is correct.
7.6