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ADCP Midsection Video Index

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General Videos

Review of Midsection Method/Considerations with an ADCP
This video reviews the midsection method and some considerations when using this method with an ADCP.

Midsection ADCP Measurements for Check Measurements
This video highlights the advantages of using an ADCP with the midsection method as a check measurement.

Field Notes in SVMobile for a Midsection ADCP Measurement
This video reviews the procedures for documenting an ADCP midsection measurement in SVMobile.

 

TRDI SxS Pro

Basic Field Review of TRDI SxS Pro Data
This video discusses the basic field review procedures for midsection ADCP data collected in TRDI SxS Pro.

Common Issues During Field Review of TRDI SxS Pro Data
This video discusses the common issues identified during field review of midsection ADCP data collected in TRDI SxS Pro.

Evaluating Extrapolation in TRDI SxS Pro
This video will discuss the basics of reviewing extrapolation methods for midsection ADCP data collected in TRDI SxS Pro.

Identifying Interference with the StreamPro in TRDI SxS Pro
This video discusses the process of identifying potential site interference with the StreamPro when using TRDI SxS Pro.

Advanced Review of TRDI SxS Pro Data
This video discusses the basics of performing an advanced review of midsection ADCP data collected in TRDI SxS Pro utilizing BBSlice and WinRiver II.

Registering/Enabling TRDI SxS Pro
This video briefly reviews how you register an ADCP in the TRDI SxS Pro software, enabling it for use.

Setting up Communication in TRDI SxS Pro
This video reviews the process for setting up a connection between an ADCP and the TRDI SxS Pro software.

Setting up an Open Water Measurement in TRDI SxS Pro
This video outlines the process of setting up an open water measurement in the TRDI SxS Pro software.

Setting up an Ice Measurement in TRDI SxS Pro
This video outlines the process of setting up an under ice measurement in the TRDI SxS Pro software.

Pre-measurement Tests in TRDI SxS Pro
This video highlights the necessary pre-measurement tests as part of a midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro.

Starting Edge Data Collection in TRDI SxS Pro
This video demonstrates how to collect a starting edge as part of a midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro.

Collecting Open Water Midsection ADCP Measurements in TRDI SxS Pro
This video demonstrates how to collect data at a station as part of an open water midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro.

Collecting Under Ice Midsection ADCP Measurements in TRDI SxS Pro
This video demonstrates how to collect data at a station as part of an under ice midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro.

Collecting Manual Verticals in TRDI SxS Pro
This video discusses situations where manual verticals are usually used, and how they are done in the TRDI SxS Pro software.

Accounting for Open Water Flow Angles in TRDI SxS Pro
This video discusses the specifics of accounting for open water flow angles in the TRDI SxS Pro software.

Accounting for Under Ice Flow Angles in TRDI SxS Pro
This video discusses the specifics of accounting for under ice flow angles in the TRDI SxS Pro software.

Data Quality Indicators during Data Collection in TRDI SxS Pro
This video discusses some of the important data quality indicators you can use when collecting data in the TRDI SxS Pro software.

Dealing with Invalid Depths in TRDI SxS Pro
This video discusses how to deal with invalid depths during data collection in the TRDI SxS Pro software.

Ending Edge Data Collection in TRDI SxS Pro
This video demonstrates how to collect an ending edge as part of a midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro.

Editing Vertical Information in TRDI SxS Pro
This video discusses how to edit vertical information during playback of a measurement in TRDI SxS Pro.

Processing Parameters in TRDI SxS Pro
This video discusses the Processing dialog in TRDI SxS Pro.

Importing a TRDI SxS Pro Measurement into SVMobile
This video discusses how to import a TRDI SxS Pro measurement file into SVMobile.

 

SonTek

Field Review of SonTek RiverSurveyor Stationary Live Data
This video discusses the basic field review procedures for midsection ADCP data collected in SonTek RiverSuveyor Stationary Live.

Issues During Review of SonTek RiverSurveyor Stationary Live Data
This video discusses common issues identified during field review of midsection data collected in SonTek RiverSurveyor Stationary Live.

Evaluating Extrapolation in SonTek RiverSurveyor Stationary Live
This video discusses the process of evaluating extrapolation methods for midsection data collected in SonTek RiverSurveyor Stationary Live.

Enabling SonTek RiverSurveyor Stationary Live
This video reviews how to enable the RiverSurveyor Stationary Live software for field operation, enabling it for use.

Setting up Communication in SonTek RSSL
This video reviews the process of setting up a connection between an ADCP and the SonTek RSSL software.

Setting up a Measurement with SonTek RSSL
This video outlines the process of setting up a measurement using the SonTek RSSL software.

Pre-measurement Tests for SonTek RSSL
This video outlines the pre-measurement tests conducted prior to a measurement in the SonTek RSSL software.

Starting Edge Data Collection in SonTek RSSL
This video outlines the process of entering the starting edge information in the SonTek RSSL software.

Collecting Data at a Station Using SonTek RSSL (Open Water)
This video outlines the process of collecting an open water station in the SonTek RSSL software.

Collecting Data at a Station Using SonTek RSSL (Under Ice)
This video outlines the process of collecting an under ice station in the SonTek RSSL software.

Entering Manual Station Information in SonTek RSSL

Accounting for Open Water Flow Angles in SonTek RSSL
This video outlines the process of accounting for open water flow angles in the SonTek RSSL software.

Accounting for Under Ice Flow Angles in SonTek RSSL
This video outlines the process of accounting for under ice flow angles in the SonTek RSSL software.

Data Quality Indicators during Data Collection in SonTek RSSL
This video highlights the important data quality indicators in the SonTek RSSL software.

Ending Edge Data Collection in SonTek RSSL
This video demonstrates how to enter ending edge information in the SonTek RSSL software.

Editing Vertical Information is SonTek RSSL
This video outlines the process of editing vertical information using the SonTek RSSL software.

Importing a SonTek RSSL Measurement into SVMobile
This video outlines the process of importing a SonTek RSSL measurement into SVMobile.

 

If you have questions on any of the material presented in these videos, please send an email to the USGS Hydroacoustic Work Group (HaWG)Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

 

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