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Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual

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Miniature wideband echo sounder transceiver
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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Simrad WBT Mini Miniature wideband echo sounder transceiver TECHNOLOGY FOR SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES www.simrad.com...
  • Page 3 Simrad WBT Mini. This manual is intended for all users of the WBT Mini. Note You must never set the WBT Mini to "ping" unless the transducer is submerged in water. 425197/B December 2018 © Kongsberg Maritime AS...
  • Page 4 If you require maintenance or repair, contact your local dealer. You can also contact us using the following address: simrad.support@simrad.com. If you need information about our other products, visit https: //www.simrad.com. On this website you will also find a list of our dealers and distributors. Kongsberg Maritime AS www.kongsberg.com...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Switching between Autonomous mode and EK80 mode ............25 Installing the software driver for the serial interface cable........... 26 Removing the USB flash drive from the WBT Mini ............27 Inserting the USB flash drive in the WBT Mini ..............29 Installing the software driver for the USB flash drive ............
  • Page 6 Simrad WBT Mini Cable drawings and specifications ..................49 Ethernet and DC power cable (description) ..............49 Serial line interface cable and connector (description) ..........50 Extension cable (description) ..................52 DC power cable (description)..................53 SPARE PARTS AND CONSUMABLES ..........54 Ordering spare parts and consumables .................

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    Target audience This manual is intended for all users of the WBT Mini. Due to the nature of the descriptions and the level of detail provided by this manual, it is well suited for those who are - or wish to be - expert users.

  • Page 8: Simrad Wbt Mini

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Simrad WBT Mini Topics System description, page 7 System diagram, page 8 Power Supply Unit, page 9 Support information, page 10 425197/B...

  • Page 9: System Description

    WBT Mini can be operated in two different modes; EK80 mode or Autonomous mode. EK80 mode In EK80 mode, the WBT Mini is used with a computer running the EK80 echo sounder software. The EK80 software provides full real-time control of the WBT Mini using the Ethernet interface.

  • Page 10: System Diagram

    Using the WBT Mini in Autonomous mode, page 23 System diagram The system diagram identifies the main components of a basic WBT Mini system. Only the main connections between the units are shown. In this publication, the computer is referred to as the PC.

  • Page 11: Power Supply Unit

    In EK80 mode, the WBT Mini is connected to the PC with a dual-purpose connector for Ethernet and DC power. In Autonomous mode, the WBT Mini is connected to the PC with a serial cable. The serial cable is used to download the mission plan. For power connection in Autonomous mode, you use the dual-purpose cable (Ethernet and DC power), or you can make a dedicated power cable.

  • Page 12: Support Information

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Support information If you need technical support for your Simrad WBT Mini you must contact your local dealer, or one of our support departments. A list of all our offices and dealers is provided on our website.
  • Page 13 Simrad WBT Mini • : Kongsberg Underwater Technology Inc / Simrad Fisheries Company name • : 19210 33rd Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036, USA Address • : +1 425 712 1136 Telephone • : +1 425 712 1193 Telefax •...

  • Page 14: Using The Wbt Mini In Ek80 Mode

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Using the WBT Mini in EK80 mode Topics About EK80 mode, page 13 Defining the IP address on the PC network adapter for communication with the WBT Mini, page 13 Obtaining and installing the software license, page 14...

  • Page 15: About Ek80 Mode

    Using the WBT Mini in EK80 mode About EK80 mode When used in EK80 mode, the WBT Mini is controlled by the Simrad EK80 Scientific echo sounder program. The EK80 software provides full real-time control of the WBT Mini using the Ethernet interface.

  • Page 16: Obtaining And Installing The Software License

    To operate the WBT Mini in EK80 mode you need a valid software license. Before you can use the WBT Mini you must obtain a "license string" and install it on your PC. Without a license you will not be able to communicate with the transceiver.
  • Page 17 In order to obtain a software license you must contact a Simrad dealer or distributor. You can also use the request form on http://www.simrad.com/support, or contact our support department directly.

  • Page 18: Installing One Or More Transducers

    Installing one or more transducers The transducers you wish to use with the WBT Mini must be "installed" in the EK80 program as a part of the software configuration. Which transducers to use depends on the number of transceivers in your system, and the licenses you have for these. Unless you replace a broken transducer, or add a new, you only need to do this once.
  • Page 19 Insert the serial number. This serial number is very important, because you will need it as a reference identification when the WBT Mini is calibrated. Some new Simrad transducers with built-in "intelligence" will automatically provide this serial number. Type the name you wish to use into the box.
  • Page 20 Remove Transducer Installation information you have provided for the transducer. There is no "undo" functionality. Related topics Using the WBT Mini in EK80 mode, page 12 Installing transceiver channels, page 19 425197/B...

  • Page 21: Installing Transceiver Channels

    Using the WBT Mini in EK80 mode Installing transceiver channels In order to use the WBT Mini, the EK80 PC must be connected to one or more WBT Mini transceivers, and each of them must in turn be connected to one or more transducers. Each channel must be installed before it can be put to use.
  • Page 22 Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Procedure Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number of Installation pages that you select from the menu on the left side.

  • Page 23: Disconnecting Transceiver Channels

    Result When all channels have been installed, you can start normal operation. Caution You must never set the WBT Mini to "ping" unless the transducer is submerged in water. Related topics Using the WBT Mini in EK80 mode, page 12 Disconnecting transceiver channels A WBT Mini transceiver channel can be disconnected from the EK80 PC.
  • Page 24 Continue your work in the dialog box, or select to close it. Installation Result You cannot use the disconnected channels. If you want to use them again, each must be reinstalled. Related topics Using the WBT Mini in EK80 mode, page 12 425197/B...

  • Page 25: Using The Wbt Mini In Autonomous Mode

    Switching between Autonomous mode and EK80 mode, page 25 Installing the software driver for the serial interface cable, page 26 Removing the USB flash drive from the WBT Mini, page 27 Inserting the USB flash drive in the WBT Mini, page 29...

  • Page 26: About Autonomous Mode

    EK Mission Planner software. If the WBT Mini is in Sleep (power save) state, connecting can take up to one minute. In Autonomous mode, the WBT Mini is set up to enter Sleep state between each data collection sequence. This is done to save battery power.

  • Page 27: Switching Between Autonomous Mode And Ek80 Mode

    Prerequisites • A driver for the serial interface cable is installed. • The serial line interface cable is connected between the computer and the WBT Mini. Context When used in EK80 mode, the transceiver is controlled by the EK80 scientific echo sounder program.

  • Page 28: Installing The Software Driver For The Serial Interface Cable

    WBT Mini are shown. In the bottom right corner of the presentation, the icon switches to green colour. Connector If the WBT Mini is in Sleep (power save) state, connecting can take up to one minute. Select the button to switch between Autonomous mode and EK80 mode.

  • Page 29: Removing The Usb Flash Drive From The Wbt Mini

    T10 head. Note Do not open and close the access panel unless you also tighten it properly. Do not remove the USB flash drive, or disconnect the supply power, while the WBT Mini is recording data during an active mission. 425197/B...
  • Page 30 The USB flash drive provided is exclusively selected, tested and formatted for use with the WBT Mini. The use of another USB flash drive - even if it is identical to the device provided - may reduce the operational quality and the performance of the system.

  • Page 31: Inserting The Usb Flash Drive In The Wbt Mini

    The USB flash drive is inserted and extracted through a dedicated access panel on the WBT Mini. Prerequisites Whenever you need to open a WBT Mini for parts replacement or other kind of maintenance, you must do this in a protected environment. Make sure that you have enough working space and the correct tools.
  • Page 32 USB flash drive on your PC, a dedicated driver must be installed. The "ext2fsd" driver required to read the USB flash drive is provided with the WBT Mini. You must install the driver for the USB flash drive before you insert the USB flash drive.

  • Page 33: Installing The Software Driver For The Usb Flash Drive

    USB flash drive on your PC, a dedicated driver must be installed. The "ext2fsd" driver required to read the USB flash drive is provided with the WBT Mini. You must install the driver for the USB flash drive before you insert the USB flash drive.

  • Page 34: Waking Up The Wbt Mini From Sleep State

    Waking up the WBT Mini from Sleep state If you do not intend to use your battery-powered WBT Mini for a while, you can set it to Sleep state to save power. The WBT Mini will remain in Sleep state until you send a wake-up command, or you reconnect to it.
  • Page 35 Once the WBT Mini is connected, the label changes to . The serial Disconnect number and the battery voltage of the WBT Mini are shown. In the bottom right corner of the presentation, the icon switches to green colour. Connector...

  • Page 36: Installation

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Installation Topics Installing the WBT Mini, page 35 About the drawings in the drawing file, page 36 413455 WBT Mini dimensions, page 37 425197/B...

  • Page 37: Installing The Wbt Mini

    Installation Installing the WBT Mini The WBT Mini can be positioned in any location provided that the environmental requirements are met. The physical length of the cables limit the distance between each transducer and the WBT Mini. Prerequisites A suitable location for the WBT Mini must be defined prior to installation.

  • Page 38: About The Drawings In The Drawing File

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual About the drawings in the drawing file Relevant drawings related to the installation and/or maintenance of the WBT Mini are provided for information purposes only. Note These drawings are for information and planning purposes only. Information may be omitted.

  • Page 39: 413455 Wbt Mini Dimensions

    Installation 413455 WBT Mini dimensions Download the source drawing from the WBT Mini pages on https://www.simrad.com. 425197/B...
  • Page 40 Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Related topics Installation, page 34 Installing the WBT Mini, page 35 425197/B...

  • Page 41: Cable Layout And Interconnections

    Cable layout and interconnections Cable layout and interconnections Topics Cable plan, page 40 List of WBT Mini cables, page 42 Connectors, page 43 Cable drawings and specifications, page 49 425197/B...

  • Page 42: Cable Plan

    Make sure that your power supply meets the WBT Mini requirements. The voltage must not drop below +12 VDC. If the supply power is too low, the WBT Mini may malfunction. If you need to use a long power cable, calculate the voltage drop in the cable assuming a current consumption of 2.5 A.
  • Page 43 Use the following cables: C2, C3 (C1B), C4 In Autonomous mode, the WBT Mini is connected to the PC with a serial cable. The serial cable is used to download the mission plan. You can also use it in Interactive mode to control operation during a mission, and to retrieve processed data from the WBT Mini.

  • Page 44: List Of Wbt Mini Cables

    The voltage must not drop below +12 VDC. Serial cable From PC to WBT Mini In Autonomous mode, the WBT Mini is connected to the PC with a serial cable. The serial cable is used to download the mission plan. DC power cable From Power Supply to WBT Mini 2 x 0.75 mm²...

  • Page 45: Connectors

    Serial line connector, page 47 Ethernet and DC power connector To connect Ethernet and DC power to the WBT Mini, you will need a cable fitted with a suitable DIL13F female connector. The male socket is manufactured by MacArtney with type identification DBH13MAS.
  • Page 46 Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual This is the pin configuration for a male socket, as seen towards the socket (face view). RJ45 Ethernet connector Related topics Cable layout and interconnections, page 39 Ethernet and DC power cable (description), page 49...

  • Page 47: Transducer Connectors

    Cable layout and interconnections Transducer connectors The 8-pin transducer sockets are manufactured by MacArtney with type identification MCBH8F. Each socket supports four transducer sectors. The 4-pin transducer sockets are manufactured by MacArtney with type identification MCBH4F. Transducer socket 1 is the default socket when the multiplexing functionality is not used.
  • Page 48 Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Transducer sector Pin number Cable colour Black 1– White 2– Green Orange 3– Blue White/Black 4– Red/Black This is the pin configuration for a female socket, as seen towards the socket (face view). MacArtney connector MCIL4M The four-pin sockets may be used to connect single-beam transducers if the split-beam transducers connected to sockets 1 and 2 have only three sectors.

  • Page 49: Serial Line Connector

    Cable layout and interconnections This is the pin configuration for a female socket, as seen towards the socket (face view). Related topics Cable layout and interconnections, page 39 Transducer connector MCIL4M (Spare part), page 59 Transducer connector MCIL8M (Spare part), page 59 Serial line connector The 8-pin serial communication socket is manufactured by MacArtney with type identification MCBH8F.
  • Page 50 Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual This is the pin configuration for a female socket, as seen towards the socket (face view). Serial line interface cables A ready-made cable is available. The serial interface cable is manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime using a commercial USB-to-serial converter. It is terminated with an 8-pin MCIL8M subsea connector.

  • Page 51: Cable Drawings And Specifications

    Cable layout and interconnections Cable drawings and specifications Topics Ethernet and DC power cable (description), page 49 Serial line interface cable and connector (description), page 50 Extension cable (description), page 52 DC power cable (description), page 53 Ethernet and DC power cable (description) A dedicated Ethernet and power cable is available.

  • Page 52: Serial Line Interface Cable And Connector (Description)

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual MacArtney connector DIL13F This is the pin configuration for a female plug, as seen towards the plug (face view). A test cable for Ethernet and power is included in the delivery. This cable is intended for lab testing only.
  • Page 53 Cable layout and interconnections This is the pin configuration for a female socket, as seen towards the socket (face view). Serial line interface cables A ready-made cable is available. The serial interface cable is manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime using a commercial USB-to-serial converter. It is terminated with an 8-pin MCIL8M subsea connector.

  • Page 54: Extension Cable (Description)

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Extension cable (description) The extension cable is manufactured by MacArtney. One end is fitted with an 8-pin MCIL8M (male) connector. The other end is fitted with an MCIL8F (female) connector. The length is 10 meters.

  • Page 55: Dc Power Cable (Description)

    Cable layout and interconnections DC power cable (description) For power connection in Autonomous mode, you use the dual-purpose cable (Ethernet and DC power), or you can make a dedicated power cable. MacArtney connector DIL13F This is the pin configuration for a female plug, as seen towards the plug (face view). Minimum cable requirements •...

  • Page 56: Spare Parts And Consumables

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Spare parts and consumables Topics Ordering spare parts and consumables, page 55 List of consumables, page 56 List of spare parts, page 57 425197/B...

  • Page 57: Ordering Spare Parts And Consumables

    Feel free to add additional information related to the order. To order a spare part, contact one of our dealers or distributors. A list of company names can be found on our website. • https://www.simrad.com 425197/B...

  • Page 58: List Of Consumables

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual List of consumables Topics Silicone grease (Spare part), page 56 Silicone grease (Spare part) Parker Super-O-Lube is a silicone fluid recommended for use with all rubber materials. Only a thin film of Super-O-Lube should be used with silicone rubber to prevent seal damage.

  • Page 59: List Of Spare Parts

    The USB flash drive provided is exclusively selected, tested and formatted for use with the WBT Mini. The use of another USB flash drive - even if it is identical to the device provided - may reduce the operational quality and the performance of the system.

  • Page 60: O-Ring 82.27 X 1.78 Mm (Spare Part)

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Related topics Spare parts and consumables, page 54 O-ring 82.27 x 1.78 mm (Spare part) This O-ring is manufactured from Nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) with hardness "70 Shore A". It must not be subjected to sunshine, or to temperatures below –30 °C. The inside diameter is: 82.27 mm.

  • Page 61: Transducer Connector Mcil4M (Spare Part)

    Spare parts and consumables Transducer connector MCIL4M (Spare part) The 4-pin male connector used on the transducer cable is manufactured by MacArtney as a part of their "SubConn Micro Circular" series. Its type identification is MCIL4M. The connector is provided with an open-ended cable. •...

  • Page 62: Serial Line Interface Cable (Spare Part)

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Serial line interface cable (Spare part) The serial interface cable is manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime using a commercial USB-to-serial converter. It is terminated with an 8-pin MCIL8M subsea connector. The cable is approximately 2.5 metres long.

  • Page 63: Extension Cable (Spare Part)

    Spare parts and consumables Extension cable (Spare part) The extension cable is manufactured by MacArtney. The length is 10 meters. One end is fitted with an 8-pin MCIL8M (male) connector. The other end is fitted with an MCIL8F (female) connector. •...

  • Page 64: Technical Specifications

    Simrad WBT Mini Instruction Manual Technical specifications These performance specifications summarize the main functional and operational characteristics of the WBT Mini. All specifications are maximum ratings. We are continuously working to improve the quality and performance of our products. The technical specifications may be changed without prior notice.
  • Page 65 : -20 to 70 °C Storage temperature • : IP67 Ingress protection (IP) rating • : Aluminium Enclosure material Compass safe distance • : Simrad WBT Mini Make and model • : 200 cm Standard compass • : 140 cm Other compass 425197/B...
  • Page 66 ©2018 Kongsberg Maritime...

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