What is a configuration (.con) file and how is it used?
The configuration file defines the instrument ‑ auxiliary sensors integrated with the instrument, and channels, serial numbers, and calibration dates and coefficients for all the integrated sensors (conductivity, temperature, and pressure as well as auxiliary sensors). Sea-Bird’s real-time acquisition and data processing software uses the information in the .con file to interpret and process the raw data (sensor frequencies and voltages). If the .con file does not match the actual instrument configuration, the software will not be able to interpret and process the data correctly. When Sea-Bird ships a new instrument, we include a .con file that reflects the current instrument configuration. The .con file is named with the instrument serial number, followed with the .con extension. For example, for an instrument with serial number 2375, Sea-Bird names the .con file 2375.con. You may rename the .con file if desired; this will not affect the results. To view or modify the .con file, use t
