SonTek RS5 Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler
Features
- SmartPulse+ utilizes Pulse-coherent and Broadband acoustic profiling that automatically adjusts based on conditions
- Vertical acoustic beam for the most accurate channel cross-sectional area in discharge applications
- Batteries and Bluetooth radio are housed in the RS5, eliminating external electric boxes
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Introducing the RS5, the latest addition to the award-winning RiverSurveyor family of discharge instruments. Good things really do come in small packages!
The RS5 system fits in the palm of your hand (literally) and includes everything you need to make a discharge measurement. Get the package that includes the HydroBoard II Micro and you’ll have everything you need for the fastest, high-quality measurement possible. It is the smallest and lightest complete ADCP solution for moving boat discharge measurement available. Simply fold the GNSS/antenna mast and pop the RS5 and board into the custom designed backpack for easy transportation and minimal re-assembly between sites.
The RS5 also includes SonTek’s proprietary SmartPulse+ which incorporates Broadband and Pulse-coherent acoustic processing methods. This algorithm automatically determines the best measurement methodology based on environmental conditions and adjusts instrument settings so the user doesn’t have to, ensuring the most accurate and user-friendly data collection possible.
For a streamlined experience, batteries and Bluetooth radio are housed in the RS5, which means there is no need to connect to external electronics boxes. Rely on an integrated, modern, high speed, and low power wireless Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE5) radio, with 100m range and five-minute data buffer to prevent data loss and redundant work.
| Water Velocity Profiling | Profiling Range | 0.1-6 m (*1) |
| Velocity Range | ±5 m/s | |
| Accuracy | 1% ±0.002 m/s | |
| Resolution | 0.001 m/s | |
| Number of Cells | Up to 128 | |
| Cell Size | 2.5-30 cm | |
| Data Output Rate | 1.0 Hz | |
| Bottom Tracking | Depth Range | 0.1-6 m (*1) |
| Accuracy (*2) | 1% ± 0.002 m/s | |
| Resolution | 0.001 m/s | |
| Depth Measurement | Range | 0.1-6.5 m (*1) |
| Accuracy | 1% ±0.005 m | |
| Sensors | Temperature Sensors | Resolution: ±0.01°C Accuracy: ±0.5°C |
| Compass/Tilt Sensor | Range: ±180° Pitch/Roll, 0-360° Heading Heading Accuracy: ±2° Pitch/Roll Accuracy: ±1° |
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| Transducers | Total Number | Five, 3.0 Mhz |
| Beam Angle | 25° | |
| Beam Width | 3° | |
| Bandwidth | 25% | |
| Battery Characteristics | Input Voltage | 3.3-4.2 VDC |
| Power Source - Li-Ion | 1x size 18650, Tenergy, Type 30016-04, 3.7Vdc, 2600mAh | |
| Battery Life - 1 x size 18650 | Seven hours continuous use, typical settings (*3) | |
| Power Consumption | 1.0 W (Average) | |
| Dimensions | 19.2 mm x 69.7 mm | |
| Communications | Radio Protocol | Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE5) |
| Range | 100 m (*4) | |
| Bluetooth Compliance | FCC Part 15, FCC ID: XPYNINAB30 ISED Certification: 8595A-NINAB30 |
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| Environmental | Operation Temperature | -5° to 45°C (23°F to 113°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20° to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) | |
| Storage with Battery Temperature (*5) | -20° to 45°C (-4°F to 113°F) | |
| RS5 Physical Properties | Dimensions - HBII Micro | 76 cm (30”) x 50 cm (20”) x 11cm (4.25”) |
| Dimensions - RS5 Unit | 24 cm (9.5”) x 5 cm (2.2”) | |
| Weight in Air - RS5 Unit | 0.45 kg (1.0 lbs) | |
| Weight in Water - RS5 Unit | 0.15 kg (0.33 lbs) | |
| Weight in Air - RS5/HBII Micro/Geode | 3.63 kg (8.0 lbs) | |
| Waterproof Rating | IP67 | |
| DGNSS | Horizontal RMS | SBAS (WAAS): <0.3 m (0.98 ft) |
| 2DRMS | SBAS (WAAS): <0.6 m (1.96 ft) | |
| Frequency | L1, Multi-GNSS |
*Additional notes
1 Maximum range will vary with environmental conditions.
2 Bottom velocity accuracy.
3 Seven hours continuous use, typical settings.
4 When using provided SonTek USB radio with antenna.
5 Remove batteries from the RS5 if storage temperatures exceed the storage temperature of the Li-Ion battery.
- RS5 acoustic Doppler current profiler
- RSQ Windows software
- Plastic shipping case
- 3‐ft (91‐cm) radio antenna cable
- USB Bluetooth radio
- (2) Li‐Ion rechargeable batteries
- USB battery charger
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