Instrument interface

The RBR standard instruments provide an internal USB-C port and, depending on the end-cap type, an external MCBH-6-MP connector.

Refer to Opening and closing the instrument for details on accessing connection ports.

Refer to Physical specifications for the external MCBH-6-MP connector pinout diagram.
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Fig. 1.    Left: Mini-display port, right: USB-C port

USB-C connection

Remove the battery end-cap to access the USB-C port located inside the instrument body.

A USB-C desktop cable is supplied in the instrument support kit. Use this cable to download data from the instrument to your computer.

Mini-display port

The mini-display port is located next to the USB-C port. This is the port to use for the umbilical cable from the connectorised end-cap.

End-cap types

RBR standard instruments are compatible with three different end-caps. These end-caps are interchangeable between instruments.

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Fig. 2.    Standard end-cap
bec12 rear isometric 5
Fig. 3.    Connectorised end-cap
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Fig. 4.    Right-angle connectorised end-cap

MCBH connectors

Only connectorised battery end-caps have the external MCBH-6-MP connector. Depending on your needs, they may be wired to support the USB, RS-232, or RS-485 communication (selected at the time of order).

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Fig. 5.    MCBH connector

Patch cables and underwater extension cables are sold separately. See RBR Cable Guide for details.