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Simrad ME70 Instruction Manual

Simrad ME70 Instruction Manual

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Multibeam scientific echo sounder
This is the Factory Acceptance Test for the Simrad ME70 Multibeam
scientific echo sounder.
The purpose of this Factory Acceptance Test is to verify that the ME70
system is fully functional, and meets the operational requirements. It is
then ready for packing and shipment. When all the tasks have been done,
the report form must be signed by the relevant parties. The completed
document then becomes the official report.
Vessel/Customer
Serial numbers (if applicable)
Processor Unit
Transceiver Unit
Power Supply Unit 1
Power Supply Unit 2
Power Supply Unit 3
Transducer
Simrad ME70
Factory Acceptance Test
May 2020 © Kongsberg Maritime AS
307958/H

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  • Page 1 This is the Factory Acceptance Test for the Simrad ME70 Multibeam scientific echo sounder. The purpose of this Factory Acceptance Test is to verify that the ME70 system is fully functional, and meets the operational requirements. It is then ready for packing and shipment. When all the tasks have been done, the report form must be signed by the relevant parties.
  • Page 2 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 3: Table Of Contents

    Inspecting the transducer ...................... 22 TESTING THE ME70 OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONALITY ....24 Assembling the ME70 Multibeam scientific echo sounder to turn it on....... 24 Testing the serial interfaces on the Processor Unit ............... 26 Testing the receiver channels with the BITE Matrix functionality........27 Testing the transmitter channels with the BITE Matrix functionality ........
  • Page 4 Simrad ME70 Defining the file and folder settings for raw data recording ..........43 307958/H...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    This is the Factory Acceptance Test for the Simrad ME70 Multibeam scientific echo sounder. The purpose of this Factory Acceptance Test is to verify that the ME70 system is fully functional, and meets the operational requirements. It is then ready for packing and shipment.

  • Page 6: Personnel And Location

    Referenced documents The installation and use of the ME70 is described in several documents and end user manuals. This list is not complete. Additional documents and end user manuals may be available for the ME70.

  • Page 7: Tools And Test Equipment

    Sea Acceptance Test Tools and test equipment Specific tools and test equipment are required for this Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test. The required tools and equipment must be made available before the test can start. The required test equipment is listed. For each item, record the instrument's serial number and - if relevant - its calibration expiry date.
  • Page 8 Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test NMEA Simulator software Serial number Calibration expiry date 307958/H...

  • Page 9: Acceptance Test Summary

    Acceptance test summary Acceptance test summary The purpose of this Factory Acceptance Test is to verify that the ME70 system is fully functional, and meets the operational requirements. This acceptance test summary is provided to offer an overview of the functions and items that need to be tested. References are made to the individual chapters in this Factory Acceptance Test.

  • Page 10: Hardware And Software Registration

    Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test Hardware and software registration Topics Software items, page 11 Hardware items, page 12 307958/H...

  • Page 11: Software Items

    Hardware and software registration Software items Every software program that is provided as a part of the ME70 delivery must be registered. Part number and software version must be registered. When software media (USB flash drive, CD, DVD etc) is provided, the part number of the media and the ME70 software version provided on the media must be registered.

  • Page 12: Hardware Items

    The unit contains neither circuit boards nor modules that need to be identified separately. This is the part number on the unit label. Processor Unit The Processor Unit provided with the ME70 delivery must be uniquely identified. Make, model, part number and serial number must be registered. 307958/H...

  • Page 13: Transceiver Unit

    This is the part number on the unit label. Transceiver Unit The Transceiver Unit provided with the ME70 delivery must be uniquely identified. Make, model, part number and serial number must be registered. The Transceiver Unit contains circuit boards and modules that must be recorded separately.
  • Page 14 Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test Transceiver boards (From right) Revision Serial number TRXU1 TRXU0 307958/H...
  • Page 15 Hardware and software registration Transceiver boards (From right) Revision Serial number Transceiver board (Type): LPT32 Transceiver board Part number: 425841 Ethernet switch Part number Make and model (Make and model) Serial number Revision Hewlett Packard HP2920–48G 396638 The unit contains neither circuit boards nor modules that need to be identified separately. If the Hewlett Packard HP2920–48G Ethernet switch is not used with this delivery, fill in information about the replacement type in the empty row.

  • Page 16: Power Supply Unit

    Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test Power Supply Unit Each Power Supply Unit provided with the ME70 delivery must be uniquely identified. Make, model, part number and serial number must be recorded. Part number Power Supply Unit Serial number ME70 Power Supply Unit 1...

  • Page 17: Visual Inspection

    Visual inspection Visual inspection Topics Inspecting logistic items, page 18 Visual inspection of the display, page 18 Visual inspection of the Processor Unit, page 19 Visual inspection of the Transceiver Unit, page 20 Visual inspection of the Power Supply Unit, page 21 Inspecting the transducer, page 22 307958/H...

  • Page 18: Inspecting Logistic Items

    A visual inspection of the ME70 display is required to verify its physical condition and appearance prior to delivery. Prerequisites The ME70 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the ME70 Installation manual. The ME70 is turned off. Neither tools nor instruments are required. 307958/H...

  • Page 19: Visual Inspection Of The Processor Unit

    A visual inspection of the ME70 Processor Unit is required to verify its physical condition and appearance prior to delivery. Prerequisites The ME70 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the ME70 Installation manual. The ME70 is turned off. Neither tools nor instruments are required. Procedure Make sure that the unit’s serial number has been recorded in the list of hardware items.

  • Page 20: Visual Inspection Of The Transceiver Unit

    A visual inspection of the Transceiver Unit is required to verify its physical condition and appearance prior to delivery. Prerequisites The ME70 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the ME70 Installation manual. The ME70 is turned off. Neither tools nor instruments are required. Procedure Make sure that the Transceiver Unit is new.

  • Page 21: Visual Inspection Of The Power Supply Unit

    Since more than one Power Supply Unit is used, each must be inspected separately. Prerequisites The ME70 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the ME70 Installation manual. The ME70 is turned off. Neither tools nor instruments are required. Procedure Verify that the Power Supply Unit is new.

  • Page 22: Inspecting The Transducer

    The transducer surface must be inspected for potential damage that may have an effect on ME70 operation. Prerequisites The ME70 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the ME70 Installation manual. • The ME70 is turned off.
  • Page 23 Visual inspection Result Requirements Results The transducer is new, clean and free from scratches, dents or other physical damage. Date and signature: 307958/H...

  • Page 24: Testing The Me70 Operational Functionality

    Recording raw data, page 35 Assembling the ME70 Multibeam scientific echo sounder to turn it on Prior to testing the ME70, the complete system must be assembled and turned on. Prerequisites You need the following equipment: • All ME70 system units •...
  • Page 25 Testing the ME70 operational functionality procedures for the ME70 are provided in the Secondary procedures chapter in this Factory Acceptance Test. Procedure Connect the ME70 units according to the instructions and drawings provided in the ME70 Installation manual. Connect the dummyloads to the Transceiver Unit outputs.

  • Page 26: Testing The Serial Interfaces On The Processor Unit

    The ME70 Processor Unit offers a number of serial lines to communicate with external devices. These interface capabilities must be tested. Prerequisites The ME70 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the ME70 Installation manual. • The ME70 system is turned on and operates normally.

  • Page 27: Testing The Receiver Channels With The Bite Matrix Functionality

    Make sure that the sensor data are received. Make sure that the information from the sensor is displayed on the top bar in the ME70 user interface. Repeat the test for all the serial ports using different datagrams for heading, position, speed and distance.
  • Page 28 Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test Context When you move the cursor over the matrix presentation of the ME70 transceiver channels, each element in the transducer can be clearly identified as a rectangle. If you place the cursor on top of one of these rectangles, a small yellow tool-tip will identify key information.

  • Page 29: Testing The Transmitter Channels With The Bite Matrix Functionality

    BITE parameters must be known. Prerequisites The ME70 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the ME70 Installation manual. • If applicable: The transducer is replaced with a dummyload.
  • Page 30 Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test Context When you move the cursor over the matrix presentation of the ME70 transceiver channels, each element in the transducer can be clearly identified as a rectangle. If you place the cursor on top of one of these rectangles, a small yellow tool-tip will identify key information.

  • Page 31: Measuring The Power Supply Output Voltages In The Transceiver Unit

    Transceiver Unit. These measurements will also reveal any voltage loss in the power cables. Prerequisites The ME70 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the ME70 Installation manual. • If applicable: The transducer is replaced with a dummyload.
  • Page 32 Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test • The ME70 system is turned on and operates normally. The following specific instrument is required for this task: • Multimeter Context The outputs from the three power supply modules are connected to the terminal block on the left cabinet wall.
  • Page 33 Testing the ME70 operational functionality Each TRXU Terminal block is used to make the connections between the Power Supply Unit and the relevant subrack in the Transceiver Unit. The cables from each Power Supply Unit are connected to the top of the terminal block. Connections are then made to the Amphenol plugs that match the Power Connector Panel.
  • Page 34 WARNING High voltages are used. This equipment must be serviced only by qualified personnel familiar with the construction and operation of the ME70, as well as the potential hazards involved. Failure to observe this precaution could result in bodily injury.

  • Page 35: Recording Raw Data

    +75.0 VDC ± 0.1 VDC Date and signature: Recording raw data Use the raw data recording functionality provided by the ME70 to save echo data using the format. You can save the data to the Processor Unit hard disk, or onto an external *.raw storage device.
  • Page 36 Echo data files may be kept for future references. By means of the Replay function you can later play back the recorded file(s) on the ME70. This may prove useful if more a detailed study of the data is requested. You can also use the file(s) to experiment with the ME70 operational settings, as this will help you to gain more experience.
  • Page 37 Testing the ME70 operational functionality Result Requirements Results The raw data recording and playback is operational Date and signature: 307958/H...

  • Page 38: Customer Acceptance Form

    When this test procedure has been completed with all relevant signatures and applicable forms filled in, the document must be sent to the Simrad Support Department at Strandpromenaden 50, P.O.Box 111, 3191 Horten, Norway. Alternatively, scan all the pages to PDF using minimum 200 DPI resolution, and send the file to simrad.support@simrad.com.

  • Page 39: Secondary Procedures

    Defining the file and folder settings for raw data recording, page 43 Turning on the ME70 In order to use the ME70, you must first turn it on. You must first turn on the display and the Processor Unit. The remaining ME70 units are turned on from the ME70 program.
  • Page 40 Simrad ME70 Factory Acceptance Test Caution You must never turn on the ME70 when the ship is in dry dock. The transducer may be damaged if it transmits in open air. To prevent inadvertent use of the ME70, pull out the mains plug on the Processor Unit whenever your vessel is in dry dock.

  • Page 41: Turning Off The Me70

    11 Observe that the ME70 starts. Turning off the ME70 When you do not use the ME70, turn off the entire system. To power down the three Power Supply Units and the Transceiver Unit, use the functionality in the ME70 program.

  • Page 42: Checking The Data Transfer On An External Interface Line

    The communication between the Processor Unit and peripheral devices takes place using "datagrams". These datagrams are self-contained and independent entities of data carrying information. When setting up or maintaining the ME70, it is always useful to verify that the communication lines with external devices are operational.
  • Page 43 Defining the file and folder settings for raw data recording The ME70 allows you to record raw echo data. The data are saved on the Processor Unit hard disk, or on an external data storage device, according to the preferences you have defined.
  • Page 44 File Output data files that are recorded by the ME70. You can select the disk and folder for the files, you can define the maximum file size, and you can choose a prefix for the file names.
  • Page 46 ©2020 Kongsberg Maritime...

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