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Teledyne Q-1250 User Manual

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Q-1250
Z-1250
Power Trimaran
User's Guide
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require an export license, license exception or other approval from the appropriate U.S. Government
agency before being exported from the United States or provided to any foreign person. Diversion
contrary to U.S. law is prohibited.
P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017)
© 2017 Teledyne Oceanscience, Inc. All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) © 2017 Teledyne Oceanscience, Inc. All rights reserved. Information included herein is controlled by the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and may require an export license, license exception or other approval from the appropriate U.S. Government agency before being exported from the United States or provided to any foreign person.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS ..............................1 NTRODUCTION Warranty ..............................1 ...............................2 VERVIEW Safety ................................3 Terminology ..............................4 Specifications and Operational Limits ......................5 ..............................7 YSTEM ETUP Tri-Hull Assembly ............................8 ADCP Installation ............................9 StreamPro Installation.......................... 9 SonTek River Surveyor S5 or M9 Installation ..................11 RiverPro ADCP Installation ........................
  • Page 3 IST OF IGURES Figure 1. Q/Z-1250 Overview ........................4 Figure 2. Tri-Hull Assembly ........................8 Figure 3. StreamPro ADCP Installation Overview ..................10 Figure 4. StreamPro Transducer Installation ................... 10 Figure 5. StreamPro Electronics Chassis Installation ................11 Figure 6. SonTek River Surveyor S5 or M9 Transducer Installation ............
  • Page 4 OTES Page iv EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Teledyne Oceanscience is not responsible for loss of boat, instruments, damage to property, injury or death associate with the use of any of its products or products that may be included or used with Teledyne Oceanscience products. Teledyne Oceanscience does not warrant third party products sold by Teledyne Oceanscience.

  • Page 6: Overview

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Overview Q / Z - 1 2 5 0 T H E O V E R V I E W I N C L U D E S T H E F O L L O W I N G Safety Terminology Performance Specifications and Operational Limits...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Safety Safety is a major concern when working around moving propellers. Extreme caution must be observed when working on or around the Q/Z-1250. The Q/Z-1250 propellers can rotate at more than 3,000 RPM and produce 300 W (0.4 HP) each.

  • Page 8: Terminology

    Doppler profilers of 6.5” (165 mm) diameter or less may be used with adaptor mounts. • Two 24 VDC Teledyne Seabotix brushless outdrive motors. Hitec Aurora 9 Remote-Control System • Hand held remote transmitter with LCD display for adjusting control settings.

  • Page 9: Specifications And Operational Limits

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Specifications and Operational Limits Typical Cruising Speed 1-1.5 m/s (3.3-5.0 fps) Top Speed 2.3 m/sec (7.5 ft/sec) Hull Length 127 cm (50") Width (extended) 94 cm (37") Width (transport) 64 cm (25") Height (no instrument) 32 cm (12.5") Weight (no instrument)
  • Page 10 P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Quick Review Check that you know the Reference Figure 1. Q/Z- Terminology used 1250 Overview Page 6 EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.

  • Page 11: System Setup

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) System Setup N S T A L L A T I O N I N C L U D E S T H E F O L L O W I N G S T E P S Tri-Hull Assembly ADCP Installation Battery Installation and Charging...

  • Page 12: Tri-Hull Assembly

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Tri-Hull Assembly No tools are required to extend the tri-hulls. Simply loosen the locking knobs, extend the tri-hull until it reaches the stop pin, and then tighten the knobs to lock the crossbars. To retract the tri-hulls, loosen the locking knobs and push in the tri-hull until it reaches the stop pin, and then tighten the knobs to lock the crossbars.

  • Page 13: Adcp Installation

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) ADCP Installation Although a variety of instruments and sensors can be configured on and into the Q/Z-1250, the most com- mon varieties are shown here. StreamPro Installation To install the StreamPro: 1.

  • Page 14: Figure 3. Streampro Adcp Installation Overview

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Figure 3. StreamPro ADCP Installation Overview Figure 4. StreamPro Transducer Installation Page 10 EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.

  • Page 15: Sontek River Surveyor S5 Or M9 Installation

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Figure 5. StreamPro Electronics Chassis Installation SonTek River Surveyor S5 or M9 Installation To install the Surveyor S5 or M9: 1. Slide the Instrument Mounting Plate 81L-6096-00 around the S5 / M9 as shown (see Figure 6). 2.

  • Page 16: Figure 6. Sontek River Surveyor S5 Or M9 Transducer Installation

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Figure 6. SonTek River Surveyor S5 or M9 Transducer Installation Figure 7. SonTek River Surveyor S5 or M9 Electronics Installation Page 12 EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.

  • Page 17: Riverpro Adcp Installation

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) RiverPro ADCP Installation To install the RiverPro: 1. Slide the Instrument Mounting Plate around the RiverPro as shown (see Figure 8). 2. Tighten the knob to hold the mounting plate in place. Do not over tighten the knob. 3.

  • Page 18: Single Beam Echo Sounder Installation

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Single Beam Echo Sounder Installation A Single Beam Echo Sounder can be used when installed with the optional Power/Telemetry module. To install the Single Beam Echo Sounder: 1. Install the Echo Sounder Transducer into the collet, inserting the cable connector up through the Collet end of the Instrument Mount assembly.

  • Page 19: Installing The Power/Telemetry Module

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Installing the Power/Telemetry Module To install the Power/Telemetry Module: 1. Place the Power/Telemetry Module on the Instrument Mounting Deck with the power switch fac- ing Aft. 2. Install the Power/Telemetry Module onto the Q/Z-1250 main hull using the four M4 screws, lock washers, and flat washers.

  • Page 20: Battery Installation And Charging

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Battery Installation and Charging The Q/Z-1250 uses three 24 VDC, 4.5 AH battery packs connected to the electronics by red / black “An- derson” connectors. Battery life is highly dependent on boat and water speed. This set of 3 battery packs should last for approximately four hours at 2 kts (1 m/sec), at least 1.5 hours at 3 kts, and approximately 40 minutes at 4 kts (combined boat and water speed).

  • Page 21: Battery Charging Recommendations

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) whether to trust the battery charger’s automatic cutoff. Battery packs which are completely dis- charged should require 3-4 hours to reach a full charge. If you suspect that the charging cycle may have terminated prematurely, disconnect the battery charger from its AC supply, wait for the LED to turn off completely, then reconnect the battery charger and restart the charge process.
  • Page 22 P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide • If the resting 24V battery pack voltage measures less than 16V, do not charge it. The battery pack is no longer usable and should be disposed of properly. • Under rare circumstances, the charger may finish the charging cycle prematurely before the battery has been fully charged.

  • Page 23: Installing The Battery System

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Installing the Battery System To install the batteries: 1. Remove the battery compartment cover. Note there is a lanyard attached to the battery cover and the O-Ring on the battery cover. Do NOT place the cover where it is in contact with dirt. 2.

  • Page 24: Charging The Transmitter Battery

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Charging the Transmitter Battery The Hitec Aurora 9 remote control transmitter is powered by a 6 cell 7.2V NiMH battery with a 110-220V charger. The charger is simply plugged into the rear of the transmitter, marked Charge as shown below. The charger should not be connected to the battery continuously for more than 24 hours.

  • Page 25: Charging The Power/Telemetry Module

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Charging the Power/Telemetry Module The optional Power/Telemetry module is powered by an internal 14V, 4.5Ah NiMH battery. To charge the system: 6. Disconnect all instrumentation from the module and remove the module from the boat. 7.

  • Page 26: Antenna Safety

    90-degree angle to maximize signal strength. Both antennae should NOT be pointed vertically upwards. The worst orientation is both antennae flat and horizontal; this should ALWAYS be avoided. Teledyne Oceanscience recommends the following antenna orientation: Figure 15.

  • Page 27: Elevation

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Elevation The data telemetry and remote-control range achieved will be GREATLY increased as the operator posi- tion is elevated. Elevation is the single biggest factor in achieving effective range. It is advisable to select a control position where there is maximum elevation, even if this means the operator will be further from the boat.

  • Page 28: Powering Up The Boat And Transmitter

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Powering Up the Boat and Transmitter The transmitter should be fully charged before each survey and will operate for several hours when charged up to 100% indicated on the LCD screen. The transmitter will shut down when the LCD display indicates 0% battery life remaining.
  • Page 29 Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Quick Review Extend the tri-hulls Reference Tri-Hull Assembly Install the ADCP Reference ADCP Installation Charge the batteries and Reference Battery install in boat Installation and Charging Charge the transmitter Reference Charging the battery Transmitter Battery Charge the optional...

  • Page 30: Operation

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Operation P E R A T I O N I N C L U D E S T H E F O L L O W I N G S T E P S Battery Voltage Monitoring Failsafe Mode Selection Using the Remote Control...

  • Page 31: Battery Voltage Monitoring

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Battery Voltage Monitoring The Hitec transmitter continuously monitors the Q/Z-1250 battery voltage; an alarm will sound when the voltage becomes too low signaling that the boat should be brought back to shore. If the voltage falls below a threshold value as shown below, control of the boat will no longer be possible.

  • Page 32: Using The Rc Transmitter

    In special circumstances, other failsafe settings may be more suitable and we recommend contacting Teledyne Oceanscience for help changing the failsafe setting if this is desired. Using the RC Transmitter...

  • Page 33: Selecting Throttle And Steering Control Models

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Selecting Throttle and Steering Control Models The transmitter has three different control models used to operate the Q/Z-1250, as follows: Table 1. Throttle and Steering Control Models Mode Left Stick Right Stick MODEL 1 Throttle (both motors) Steering...

  • Page 34: Setting Throttle End Points (Restricting Boat Speed)

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide The selected model displays on main screen. Setting Throttle End Points (Restricting Boat Speed) The maximum throttle power can be adjusted on the transmitter to reduce the Q/Z-1250 top speed with the stick(s) in the fully forward position.
  • Page 35 Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) The EPA menu shows the two motors’ throttle settings for that control mode (see picture below). Port Throttles – Channel 3 Starboard Throttle – Channel 2 • + is forward direction •...
  • Page 36 P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Select right motor channel. Right motor channel is highlighted. Right (Starboard) motor throttle = Channel 2 Press stick back for reverse direction. Release the stick. Select the left motor channel. Left motor highlighted Left (Port) motor throttle = Channel 3 Page 32 EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.
  • Page 37 Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) EXAMPLE: Reduce maximum throttle on right motor from 75% to 50%: Select right motor channel. Right motor is highlighted. Right (Starboard) motor throttle = Channel 2 Press stick forward for forward direction. While holding the stick forward, tap the minus arrow to reduce the maximum speed to 50%.

  • Page 38: Changing The Control Stick Characteristics

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Changing the Control Stick Characteristics The Q/Z-1250 transmitter is set up from the factory with “self-centering” throttle controls. When the throttle stick is released, a spring causes it to go back to the zero center position immediately. This helps to provide safe operation of the boat, especially for inexperienced users.
  • Page 39 Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) 2. The ratchet for the left (port) throttle can be activated by turning screw B clockwise until the ratchet sound is heard when moving the stick. 3. The spring for the right (starboard) motor throttle can be turned off by turning the M1/3 screw anti-clockwise.

  • Page 40: Setting The Low Voltage Alarm

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Do not loosen any screw more than four or five turns as it may come loose. The spring activation / deactivation requires only one turn. Setting the Low Voltage Alarm IMPORTANT: The voltage alarm is set for each individual control mode. For example, if mode 1 operation (left stick throttle, right stick steering) is selected, the battery low voltage alarm shown on the LCD panel only applies to mode 1.

  • Page 41: Using The Power/Telemetry Module

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Using the Power/Telemetry Module The Q/Z-1250 may be configured with an optional Power/Telemetry module to enable use of externally powered sensors and sensors that require external radio data transmission. Overview The Power/Telemetry module is a self-contained unit with battery and Bluetooth radio inside. A shore Bluetooth radio is required for telemetry and may be provided with the system depending on the configu- ration.

  • Page 42: Sd1000U Baud Rate Setting

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Operation Always test the data telemetry function before beginning a survey. With all instrument connections made (see Instrument Installation), depress the power button to turn on the module. The power button will glow blue when the module is powered on. The module will now pro- vide power to connected instrumentation and its internal Bluetooth radio will be active.

  • Page 43: Sd1000U Com Port Identification

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Figure 19. SD1000U Dip Switches SD1000U Com Port Identification Plug in the SD1000U device to a USB port and use Windows Device Manager to determine the Com ® port as shown in the snap shot for a Windows 7 laptop.

  • Page 44: Paraniwin Software Configuration

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide ParaniWin Software Configuration To install and configure ParaniWin: 1. Load the ParaniWin® software from the CD onto your computer. 2. Double click on Software. 3. Double click on setup_ParaniWin-v1.04.exe. 4. When the software is installed on your laptop, the desktop icon will look as shown below. Page 40 EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.
  • Page 45 Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) 5. Run the ParaniWin program. It looks as follows: 6. The baud rate should be 115200. See SD1000U Baud Rate Setting. 7. Enter the COM port identified in SD1000U Com Port Identification.
  • Page 46 P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Some Bluetooth devices may ask for a Passkey, PIN code, Pair code, Pairing code, Security code, or Bluetooth code. In all cases, the code is 0 or 0000 (zero, not the letter o). The pin code is 0 for systems shipped prior to August 2017 and 0000 for systems shipped after August 2017.
  • Page 47 Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Quick Review Select a Throttle and Reference Selecting Throttle Steering Control Mode and Steering Control Modes Set the maximum throttle Reference Setting Throttle speed End Points (Restricting Boat Speed) Set the Low Voltage Reference Setting the Low Alarm...

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Maintenance A I N T E N A N C E I N C L U D E S T H E F O L L O W I N G S T E P S After Each Use Maintenance Checking the Thruster Oil Compensation O-Ring Replacement...

  • Page 49: General Maintenance

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) General Maintenance After Each Use The Q/Z-1250 is designed to be easy to maintain. • To prolong the life of the hull and finish, wash with mild soap and water after each use. Use a hose with a low velocity spray nozzle to rinse the top and bottom.

  • Page 50: Checking The Thruster Oil Compensation

    (MSDS) (DOCS-025) provided with your Oil Compensation Top Off Kit. It contains important information regarding the safe handling of the oil provided. Teledyne recommends that latex or rubber gloves be worn during the oil handling portions of this procedure. Page 46...
  • Page 51 Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Set up a clean work area. Cover the work surface with a paper towel to absorb any spilled oil. Stand the thruster up in a Kort nozzle. Remove the oil compensation tube from the two clips holding the tube in place.
  • Page 52 P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide While holding the top of the oil compen- sation tube, tap the lower section with your fingers. The goal here is NO AIR. Continue tapping until all the air bub- bles have risen to the top of the oil com- pensation bladder.

  • Page 53: Replacing The O-Ring

    Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Replacing the O-Ring The battery compartment O-ring should be cleaned whenever the cover is removed and replaced BEFORE it is showing any signs of wear and tear. The O-ring should be replaced every one to two years maximum. To replace the O-ring: 1.

  • Page 54: Replacing A Thruster

    P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide Replacing a Thruster To replace a thruster: 1. Turn off the power switch and disconnect the batteries. 2. Disconnect the thruster cable. 3. Remove the skeg by first removing the screw holding the skeg on the Kort nozzle. Then remove the two M4 screws, and flat washers.
  • Page 55 Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Quick Review Rinse the Q/Z-1250 after a Reference General deployment Maintenance Check that the battery Reference Replacing the O- compartment O-Ring is in Ring good condition Page 51 EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.
  • Page 56 P/N 95L-8001-00 (September 2017) Q/Z-1250 Power Trimaran User’s Guide OTES Page 52 EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.

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