OPERATION MANUAL - Scintrex

Operating the SM-5 NAVMAG for the first timeOperating the SM-5 NAVMAG for thefirst timeWhen starting up the SM-5 NAVMAG for the first time, or after it has beenturned off for an extended period of time, you should observe the following:1. Powering up the SM-5 NAVMAG -On initial power up of theNAVMAG, the cesium sensor will require a warm up period during whichtime the sensor will draw more power from the power supply. It is stronglyrecommended that the external supply be connected during this initialwarm up in order to reduce excessive drain of the batteries.Startup2. Warm-up period - After you connect the power adapter to the SM-5NAVMAG, the sensor requires a warm-up time to reach its operatingtemperature.Note:The warm-up time of the cesium lamp heater is 15minutes @ 20°C. It will be longer in colder weather.3. Familiarization period -If this is your first use of the instrument, this isa good time to become familiar with the keypad and software. We suggestthat you examine each menu carefully.4. Setting up the instrument for field operations - After completing theprevious steps, you are ready to set up your SM-5 NAVMAG for field use.For more information, see Chapter 2, “Setting Up Your Instrument” andChapter 3, “Operating the SM-5 NAVMAG in the Field”.1-21SM-5 Operation Manual - part # 872700 Revision 3