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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual M3 Sonar ® Creating an image mosaic using SAMM...
  • Page 3 This manual provides the basic information required to create an image mosaic using SAMM software. You will learn how to collect image data that will be combined into a mosaic of multiple overlapping geo-referenced images. 922-20007012/1.0 January 2020 © Kongsberg Mesotech Limited...
  • Page 4 No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, and the information contained within it is not to be communicated to a third party, without the prior written consent of Kongsberg Mesotech Limited.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Installing the M3 software ....................15 Defining the IP address on the Sonar Processor network adapter ........16 Starting operation of the Sonar Head..................17 M3 Sonar presentation overview ..................18 OPERATING PROCEDURES ............20 Setting up the sensors ......................21 Configuring a rotator (optional) ....................
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  • Page 7: About This Manual

    Target audience This manual is intended for all inexperienced and new users of the M3 Sonar. A good understanding of system functions and controls is essential to fully take advantage of the functionality provided.
  • Page 8 M3 Sonar Instruction Manual We want your feedback We want to improve M3 Sonar continuously. We also want our end-user documentation to be comprehensive and relevant. You can help. Please provide comments, suggestions or constructive criticism to our support office. You can contact us by phone at +1 604 464 8144, or by email at: km.support.vancouver@km.kongsberg.com.

  • Page 9: M3 Sonar

    M3 Sonar M3 Sonar Topics System description, page 8 System diagram, page 9 SAMM overview, page 10 System units, page 11 Support information, page 13 922-20007012/1.0...

  • Page 10: System Description

    By combining the high refresh rate of a conventional multibeam sonar with an image quality comparable to a single-beam sonar, the M3 Sonar provides high-resolution images that are easy to interpret. The M3 Sonar detects objects out to 150 metres and has a 120°...

  • Page 11: System Diagram

    M3 Sonar System diagram The system diagram identifies the main components of a basic M3 Sonar system. Only the main connections between the units are shown. Detailed interface capabilities and power cables are not shown. Sonar Processor Power supply M3 Sonar Head...

  • Page 12: Samm Overview

    M3 Sonar Instruction Manual SAMM overview SAMM (Stand Alone Mosaicking Module) is a software program for real-time and playback mosaicking of underwater imagery. While logging the raw data for playback and postprocessing, SAMM automatically creates mosaics of your sonar data over your co-registered charts or imagery.

  • Page 13: System Units

    M3 Sonar System units Topics Sonar Processor, page 12 Power supply, page 12 Sonar Head, page 13 922-20007012/1.0...

  • Page 14: Sonar Processor

    In this publication, the computer is referred to as the Sonar Processor. The Sonar Processor contains the operational software, and offers the user interface that allows you to control the M3 Sonar. It is a vital part of the M3 Sonar Multibeam sonar. The Sonar Processor runs the M3 software that manages...

  • Page 15: Sonar Head

    Ring and protective cover over the transducer during installation and storage. Support information If you need technical support for your M3 Sonar you must contact your local dealer, or our support department. If you require maintenance or repair, contact your local dealer. You can contact us by phone at +1 604 464 8144, or by email at: km.support.vancouver@km.kongsberg.com.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    M3 Sonar Instruction Manual Getting started Topics Installing the M3 software, page 15 Defining the IP address on the Sonar Processor network adapter, page 16 Starting operation of the Sonar Head, page 17 M3 Sonar presentation overview, page 18 922-20007012/1.0...

  • Page 17: Installing The M3 Software

    We recommended installing the latest M3 software on your Sonar Processor. Prerequisites • You will need the Kongsberg USB drive included with the system or download the latest M3 software release from: http://www.kongsberg.com/mesotechsoftware. • If you are installing a new software version, uninstall the previous version of the M3 software before proceeding.

  • Page 18: Defining The Ip Address On The Sonar Processor Network Adapter

    M3 Sonar Instruction Manual Defining the IP address on the Sonar Processor network adapter The communication between the Sonar Processor and the Sonar Head is made using a high-speed Ethernet cable. If a Sonar Processor is not configured to connect to the sonar, you must define which IP Address and Subnet mask the Ethernet adapter in the Sonar Processor shall use for this communication.

  • Page 19: Starting Operation Of The Sonar Head

    Getting started Starting operation of the Sonar Head To start operation of the M3 Sonar sonar, you may need to make sure that the Sonar Head has been discovered. Prerequisites • The M3 software must be running. • The sound speed has been entered in →...

  • Page 20: M3 Sonar Presentation Overview

    M3 Sonar presentation overview By default, the M3 Sonar presentation covers the entire screen. This M3 Sonar screen capture shows you a typical data replay situation. The presentation provides you with a lot of information. The sonar view presents sonar echo data.
  • Page 21 Status bar The status bar is located at the bottom of the M3 Sonar presentation. It allows you to view the system status and disk space. You can also access detailed telemetry info. 922-20007012/1.0...

  • Page 22: Operating Procedures

    M3 Sonar Instruction Manual Operating procedures Topics Setting up the sensors, page 21 Configuring a rotator (optional), page 26 Running two Sonar Heads (optional), page 30 Creating an image mosaic, page 31 922-20007012/1.0...

  • Page 23: Setting Up The Sensors

    Mounting Offsets, and set the Master Reference. Prerequisites • A surface vessel or UUV with the M3 Sonar attached looking to forward, port, or starboard. • Position and heading sensors that are installed and connected to the M3 Sonar system.
  • Page 24 M3 Sonar Instruction Manual • Port# This drop-down lists the available port numbers. Select the port where the device is connected. • Baud Rate Specify the baud rate (“speed”) for the serial communication. The standard baud rate defined for NMEA communication is 4800.
  • Page 25 Operating procedures Measure and record the position and angle of the Sonar Head transducer (centre of the face) relative to your position sensor. Pitch (Positive pitch means bow up.) Roll (Positive roll means starboard side down.) Yaw (Positive yaw means starboard turn.) •...
  • Page 26 M3 Sonar Instruction Manual Side-looking mount (Port side) tilted down 15° 922-20007012/1.0...
  • Page 27 Operating procedures Forward-looking mount tilted down 15° Configure the mounting offsets in the M3 software. → → → Click Setup System Configuration Deployment Mounting Offsets 922-20007012/1.0...

  • Page 28: Configuring A Rotator (Optional)

    Prerequisites • Rotator connected to the M3 software. • A surface vessel or UUV with the M3 Sonar attached looking to forward, port, or starboard. • Position and heading sensors that are installed and connected to the M3 Sonar system.
  • Page 29 Operating procedures Context You can use a single-axis rotator with the M3 Sonar for image mosaic applications. Using a rotator will allow you to optimize the image by adjusting the tilt of the Sonar Head. You can easily switch the configuration from forward-looking imaging to bathymetry mode (for bottom profiling).
  • Page 30 M3 Sonar Instruction Manual Select Pan/Tilt Control from the drop-down list at Rotator Control Dialog Type the bottom of the dialog box. Select to save the chosen settings and close the dialog box. Close → Click to start the Sonar Head.
  • Page 31 Operating procedures OE10-103 Rotator forward-looking mount 922-20007012/1.0...

  • Page 32: Running Two Sonar Heads (Optional)

    Context The M3 Sonar has an optional synchronization connector on the Sonar Head. When the M3 Sonar pings, it generates a 100 µs sync pulse. This pulse can be used to synchronize multiple M3 Sonar Heads (or other devices). To synchronize multiple Sonar Heads, you must set up Master/Slave mode. By default, the M3 Sonar is configured as the Master.

  • Page 33: Creating An Image Mosaic

    Once the “master” sonar is running, it will synchronize with the “slave” sonar. Creating an image mosaic Image data collected with the M3 Sonar can be sent from the M3 software to the SAMM software and combined into an image mosaic. Prerequisites •...
  • Page 34 Power up the Sonar Head using the power supply. Turn on the Sonar Processor. Wait while the operating system loads. Log in to Windows. Double-click the M3 Sonar icon on the Sonar Processor desktop to start the software. → Click to start the Sonar Head.
  • Page 35 Operating procedures Make sure that the position and heading data is displayed in the Information Widget Click the “i” icon in the top-left corner of the sonar view to open the Information Widget Choose the sonar range. Right-click inside the sonar view to display the range menu.
  • Page 36 M3 Sonar Instruction Manual Click or press to start recording. Record Data When recording is in progress, a flashing recording icon will appear in the top-right corner of the sonar view. The recording filename will also appear here. Observe the percentage of disk space free for recording on the far right of status bar.
  • Page 37 Operating procedures Observe that a dialog box opens. Connect to Sonar If necessary, adjust the processing parameters. • If SAMM and the M3 software are running on the same computer, do not change the IP address from 127.0.0.1. If the M3 software is running on a different computer networked to the SAMM computer, select an appropriate network from the drop-down list.
  • Page 38 M3 Sonar Instruction Manual • Do not change the port number from 20001 unless you change it in the M3 software. If you change the port in the M3 software, enter the matching port number into the field. Port • By default, SAMM expects position and heading data to be provided by the M3 software.
  • Page 39 ..........16 sonar head........... 17 IP Address constructive criticism network adapter ..........16 send us............6 creating image mosaic ..........31 Kongsberg Mesotech support ............13 description system ............8 display organisation license description ..........18 software ............5 display views description ..........
  • Page 40 M3 Sonar Instruction Manual Subnet mask ..........16 license ............5 version............5 sonar head connecting ..........17 Sonar Head office introduction ..........13 support ............13 overview ............ 13 operational software purpose ............13 installation ..........15 sonar presentation overview description ..........
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