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- Page 1 Quick Start Guide Simrad FX80 Catch monitoring system with live video feed TECHNOLOGY FOR SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES www.simrad.com...
- Page 3 Release 2.3.1 This manual provides you with the basic information required to get you started with the Simrad FX80 Catch monitoring system. For more information about the practical use of the product, as well as detailed information about the functions and dialog boxes provided, refer to the Simrad FX80 Reference manual.
- Page 4 Kongsberg Maritime disclaims any responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper installation, use or maintenance of the equipment. Disclaimer Kongsberg Maritime AS endeavours to ensure that all information in this document is correct and fairly stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omissions. Support information If you require maintenance or repair, contact your local dealer.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Quick Start Guide Table of contents ABOUT THIS MANUAL .............. 5 SIMRAD FX80 ................7 Important..........................8 System description ......................9 Key features ........................10 System diagram........................ 11 System units ........................13 Processor Unit ......................14 Bridge Control Unit....................15 Trawl Unit ......................15 Camera Unit ......................16 Network security......................17... - Page 6 Simrad FX80 977-00017021/1.0...
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Page 7: About This Manual
About this manual The purpose of this manual is to provide the descriptions, procedures and detailed parameter explanations required to allow for safe and efficient use of the Simrad FX80. The manual does not contained detailed information about functions, dialog boxes and parameters. - Page 8 , SIMRAD ® and the Simrad ® logo are either registered trademarks, or trademarks of Kongsberg Maritime AS in Norway and other countries. Windows ® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. We want your feedback We want to improve FX80 continuously.
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Page 9: Simrad Fx80
Simrad FX80 Simrad FX80 Topics Important, page 8 System description, page 9 Key features, page 10 System diagram, page 11 System units, page 13 Network security, page 17 Support information, page 18 977-00017021/1.0... -
Page 10: Important
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Important The FX80 is an advanced product. As with most other advanced instruments, there is important information that you need to know. When the FX80 is not used When you are not fishing, and the FX80 units are on board, switch off the entire system. -
Page 11: System Description
One of the primary design criteria of the Simrad FX80 system was to make it work on existing third-wire cables. We have achieved this goal by using existing copper-core coax cables to ease the cost and reduce installation time. -
Page 12: Key Features
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Key features By innovative use of high-resolution real-time video, the Simrad FX80 offers unique features to make your trawler operations more efficient. • Revolutionizes your ability to identify, analyze and catch • Live video feed from inside the trawl •... -
Page 13: System Diagram
Simrad FX80 System diagram The system diagram identifies the main components of a basic FX80 system. Only the main connections between the units are shown. Detailed interface capabilities and power cables are not shown. The system comprises the following units and main parts:... - Page 14 Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Note The system requires only one Camera Unit, but several models are available. Two different models of the FX80 Camera Unit are shown here for illustrative purposes. The FX80 Camera Unit (containing the camera and LED lamp) can be remotely mounted on the trawl up to 600 meters from the headrope.
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Page 15: System Units
Simrad FX80 System units Topics Processor Unit, page 14 Bridge Control Unit, page 15 Trawl Unit, page 15 Camera Unit, page 16 977-00017021/1.0... -
Page 16: Processor Unit
The Processor Unit is designed for rugged maritime use. It has been customized by Kongsberg Maritime. The computer is based on a commercial design, but the software and hardware have been specified by Kongsberg Maritime to suit the FX80 requirements. -
Page 17: Bridge Control Unit
The Trawl Unit is made up of several components, including the DFS75 Sonar Head and Communication Hub, enclosed in a Deployment Pack. The Trawl Unit’s Deployment Pack is the main underwater container for the Simrad FX80 system. It is made from polyurethane and has been designed for tough use in the harshest of environments, yet it is easy to handle. -
Page 18: Camera Unit
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Camera Unit The Camera Unit is the assembly that contains the underwater monochrome camera and the powerful LED lamp. The ambient light conditions may be poor in deep water. For this reason, the FX80 Camera Unit has been fitted with a powerful LED lamp. -
Page 19: Network Security
The damage done if a remote computer succeeds doing this. Kongsberg Maritime has no information regarding the complete system installation on any vessel. Systems provided by Kongsberg Maritime are regarded as stand-alone offline systems. They are stand-alone even though they may be connected to a network for sensor interfaces and/or data distribution. -
Page 20: Support Information
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Support information If you need technical support for your Simrad FX80 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 21 Website • simrad.canada@simrad.com E-mail address Malaysia • : Kongsberg Maritime Malaysia Sdn. Bhd Company name • : Unit 27-5 Signature Offices, The Boulevard, Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Address Syed Putra, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia • : +65 6411 7488 Telephone •...
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Page 22: Getting Started
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Getting started Topics Read this first, page 21 Turning the FX80 on and off, page 22 Installing the FX80 operational software, page 28 Setting up the Ethernet communication, page 29 Starting normal operation, page 31 Context sensitive on-line help, page 35 977-00017021/1.0... -
Page 23: Read This First
Getting started Read this first "Getting started" is all about setting up the FX80 Catch monitoring system for the first time. This can be because the FX80 has just been unpacked or installed. You may also be a first time user on an existing system. Is this a new installation? We assume that all the necessary hardware units have been installed. -
Page 24: Turning The Fx80 On And Off
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Turning the FX80 on and off Topics Turning on the entire FX80 system for the first time, page 23 Turning off the FX80, page 27 977-00017021/1.0... -
Page 25: Turning On The Entire Fx80 System For The First Time
• The Communication Hub is connected to the camera and the lamp with the Y-split cable. Context The Bridge Control Unit provides all the interface and power supply functionality for the Simrad FX80 system. Ethernet Port 2 Digital Subscriber Line link button High Voltage stop button... - Page 26 Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Procedure Important When turning on the FX80 for the first time, use the test cable. After you have made sure the system works with the test cable, repeat this power-up procedure using the third-wire cable.
- Page 27 Getting started At the bottom of the FX80 presentation, verify that the camera is connected. The current connection speed between the Bridge Control Unit and the Communication Hub is also shown. The speed depends on the length and quality of the third-wire cable. Start the video feed On the menu, select...
- Page 28 Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Observe that the menu opens. Setup Click the button. Connect Sonar Observe that the dialog box opens. Connect Sonar In the list, select the port your Sonar Head is connected to. Devices If the expected port does not appear at first, click the...
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Page 29: Turning Off The Fx80
Getting started Turning off the FX80 You must NEVER turn off the FX80 by means of the on/off switch on the Processor Unit. You must always close the FX80 program by selecting on the top bar. Exit Context When you do not use the FX80, turn off the display and the Processor Unit. It is important that you disconnect the high voltage power to the Communication Hub. -
Page 30: Installing The Fx80 Operational Software
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Turn off the display. If required, refer to the instructions provided by the display manufacturer. Retrieve the trawl. Disconnect the cables between the units, and remove each unit from the gear. Installing the FX80 operational software If your FX80 Catch monitoring system is provided with a Processor Unit, the FX80 software has already been installed. -
Page 31: Setting Up The Ethernet Communication
Getting started Click to install the KML USB Converter when prompted and follow the instructions to finish the installation process. Once the software installation has been completed, double-click the icon on the desktop to start the program. Note When running the software for the first time, a Windows Firewall dialog box may appear. - Page 32 Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Select , and type the IP address and network mask. Use the following IP address IP Address: 10.0.0.1 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Default gateway: 10.0.0.5 Select to save the settings, then close all the dialog boxes.
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Page 33: Starting Normal Operation
Getting started Starting normal operation Topics Starting the live video feed, page 32 Controlling the ambient light conditions for the camera, page 32 Recording video sequences, page 33 Replaying previously recorded video sequences, page 34 977-00017021/1.0... -
Page 34: Starting The Live Video Feed
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Starting the live video feed The main purpose of the FX80 is to provide a real-time video feed from the chosen location on the fishing net. Provided that the FX80 units have been powered up with the necessary items correctly positioned, you can easily start and stop the video feed. -
Page 35: Recording Video Sequences
Getting started Recording video sequences The main purpose of the FX80 is to provide a real-time video feed from the chosen location on the fishing net. The function allows you to record the video feed Record received by the camera. Prerequisites Before you start recording, make sure that you have defined where you wish to store the data files. -
Page 36: Replaying Previously Recorded Video Sequences
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Replaying previously recorded video sequences function allows you to recall any previously recorded video file to see it one Replay more time. The video playback is controlled from the function on the Replay Operation menu. -
Page 37: Context Sensitive On-Line Help
Getting started Use the progress bar to move to specific places in the video sequence. The progress bar is provided to offer a visual presentation of the progress. You can click on the small arrow and drag it in horizontal direction to move the view in the video file. -
Page 38: Menu System
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Menu system Topics About the menus and menu buttons, page 37 Using the “smart” menu buttons, page 37 Operation menu, page 38 Display menu, page 39 Setup menu, page 40 977-00017021/1.0... -
Page 39: About The Menus And Menu Buttons
Menu system About the menus and menu buttons To select operational parameters on the FX80, use the menu system. Some of the menu buttons open dialog boxes or submenus to offer additional choices. The menu system is by default located on the right side of the FX80 presentation. To open one of the menus, select the relevant icon. -
Page 40: Operation Menu
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Choosing a setting with the [+] and [–] buttons To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Observe that the background colour changes. Select the left side of the button to decrease the numerical value. -
Page 41: Display Menu
Menu system Display menu menu provides basic functions related to the screen behaviour and the Display presentation of the video information. How to open Select the icon. Display The icon is located under the menu. Select the icon one more time to close the Main menu. -
Page 42: Setup Menu
Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide Setup menu menu provides basic functions related to the FX80 installation parameters and Setup its communication with peripheral systems. How to open Select the icon. Setup The icon is located under the menu. Select the icon one more time to close the Main menu. - Page 43 Index Index system ............9 Display menu about description ..........39 comments ..........6 how to open..........39 constructive criticism........6 documents context sensitive on-line help ......5 download from website ........5 document downloads ........5 download feedback............ 6 documents from website .........
- Page 44 Simrad FX80 Quick Start Guide switch off ..........8 when you wish to switch off ......8 transducer handling........8 when not in use..........8 information online ............5 support ............ 18 turn............27 installation offices software ........... 28 support ............ 18 internet network security .........
- Page 45 Index Overlay Settings dialog box ......39 description ..........9 Processor Unit..........14 diagram............ 11 Replay function .......... 38 key features ..........10 Screen Brightness function ......39 system not in use Screen Captures function ....... 39 important reminder ........8 System Setup dialog box........
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