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AMIGO FAQ

Can I use U31 probes with an AMIGO?

Summary : Yes, with an adaptor cable.
Detail : TSC's underwater probes comprise separate probe head and probe cable. As a result, with an AMIGO to U31 probe adaptor cable, a U31 probe head can be used with an AMIGO. The adaptor is known as the AMIGO Underwater Probe Cable.

Can I use AMIGO probes with a U31?

Summary : AMIGO Underwater probes only.
Detail : TSC's underwater probes (U31 or AMIGO) comprise spearate probe head and probe cable. As a result an AMIGO Underwater probe head can be used in conjuction with a standard U31 underwater probe cable.

What is the difference between the Standard and Multi-channel AMIGO?

Summary : Only the Multi-channel AMIGO supports Array Probes.
Detail : The standard AMIGO supports only non-array probes (single pair of Bx/Bz with optional encoder Bz sensors). The multi-channel AMIGO supports both non-array and array probes.

How many channels does the AMIGO instrument support?

Summary : Standard AMIGO 4 Channels, Array Capable AMIGO 32 channels.
Detail : The standard AMIGO supports standard (2 Chan) and Encoder Weld (4 Chan) probes. The array capable instrument in a single field orientation supports up to 32 channels giving a maximum of 16 sensor pairs (i.e. 16 Bx and 16 Bz sensors). With a twin field orientation up to a maximum of 24 channels can be used to provide 3 sets of sensors arranged as 2 fields of 8 sensor pairs (i.e. 8 Bx and 8 Bz in the normal field, with 8 By and 8 Bz in the orthogonal field).

What is the maximum cable length when using RS232 communications protocol?

Summary : 30m (Longer with RS485).
Detail : The maximum cable length available for RS232 is 30 metres. However, if longer lengths are required TSC can supply an RS485 based solution that includes an RS485 to RS232 converter for the PC compatibility.

If I upgrade my AMIGO to high frequency, can I still use low frequency probes?

Summary : Yes.
Detail : The high-frequency AMIGO supports both high frequency (50 kHz) and standard frequency (5 kHz) probes. Note that each individual probe operates at its own set frequency (either low or high).

What is the maximum probe cable length?

Summary : 50m for standard probes, 25m for probes with encoders.
Detail : 50m and 25m are the maximum lengths for probes without and with encoders respectively. A standard probe with a 5m integral cable can also be used with a 45m extension cable.

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