To get an overview of what data you will be collecting with a given configuration, and how the measurements are distributed in time, you can use the command READCFG in the terminal window after uploading the deployment file. You are able to access the terminal after switching to 'Advanced Mode' in the 'Software' tab.
This will provide you with the current instrument configuration and the table displaying the sampling scheme, allowing you to understand the data you will collect and how the measurements are distributed in time. It's a helpful tool to ensure you have selected the correct settings to obtain the necessary data.
Figure: Response when sending the READCFG command to a Gen2 AWAC set up with a concurrent plan with the application current and wave (sampled at 2Hz). The instrument will switch between measuring measuring the distance to the surface with the altimeter and collecting average velocities as well as burst velocities (for orbital velocities) using the slanted beams. The sampling schedule can also be visualized as in the table below.
| Slot 1 | Slot 2 | Slot 3 | Slot 4 | Slot 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altimeter | Average Velocity | Burst velocity | Altimeter | Burst velocity |
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