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  • Page 1 Instruction manual cNODE MiniS transponder...
  • Page 3 MiniS Transponder Instruction Manual 397152/D November 2019 © Kongsberg Maritime AS...
  • Page 4 Document information • : Kongsberg cNODE MiniS Product • : Instruction Manual Document • : 397152 Document part number • Revision • : 22 November 2019 Date of issue Copyright The information contained in this document remains the sole property of Kongsberg Maritime AS.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    GENERAL ACOUSTIC CONSIDERATIONS ........ 13 GETTING STARTED ..............15 Charging the battery (on-deck) ..................16 Turning on the cNODE MiniS ..................17 Connecting the transponder to external power and responder signals......18 Changing between responder and transponder mode ............19 Turning on the TTC ......................19 Acoustic test........................19...
  • Page 6 MiniS MiniS 34-40V Spare part ....................29 MiniS 37-40V Ti Spare part.....................29 MiniS 34-40V PS Spare part ...................30 MiniS 31-40V PS Spare part ...................30 MiniS 34-S Spare part......................30 TDR180 spare part......................30 TDR40V spare part ......................30 TDR30H spare part ......................30 Transducer cable spare part....................31 Battery charger Spare part ....................31...
  • Page 7 Instruction Manual SECTION 12: Ecological information ................54 SECTION 13: Disposal considerations ................55 SECTION 14: Transport information................55 SECTION 15: Regulatory information................56 SECTION 16: Other information ..................56 397152/D...
  • Page 8 MiniS 397152/D...

  • Page 9: 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 cNODE MiniS. Target audience This manual is intended for all users of the cNODE MiniS.

  • Page 10: Kongsberg Cnode Minis

    MiniS Instruction Manual Kongsberg cNODE MiniS Topics System description, page 9 Naming description, page 9 System units, page 10 General supply conditions, page 11 Support information, page 12 397152/D...

  • Page 11: System Description

    Kongsberg cNODE MiniS System description cNODE MiniS is a family of transponders for underwater positioning and data links, and operates with HiPAP, HPR and cPAP transceivers. The cNODE MiniS transponders are ideal for positioning ROVs. They have responder and transponder functionality, SSBL and LBL positioning, and telemetry capabilities.

  • Page 12: System Units

    MiniS Instruction Manual Transducer Beamwidth 180 = 180° beam width 40V = 40° vertical beam width Transponder identification The transponders have labels that identifies • the transponder name • serial number • default channels System units Transponders The transponder is rated up to 7000 m, and the housing is an anodised aluminium or titanium tube which is polyurethane coated to protect against corrosion and abrasion.

  • Page 13: Remote Transducers

    Cymbal and FSK. It can also test telemetry Transponders with internal and external sensors. General supply conditions General supply conditions apply to this cNODE MiniS delivery. Receipt, unpacking and storage Upon accepting shipment of the equipment, the shipyard and/or the dealer must ensure that the delivery is complete and inspect each shipping container for evidence of physical damage.

  • Page 14: Equipment Responsibility

    Support information Should you need technical support for your cNODE MiniS you must contact a Kongsberg Maritime office. A list of all our offices is provided on our website. You can also contact our main support office in Norway.

  • Page 15: General Acoustic Considerations

    General acoustic considerations General acoustic considerations Take this information into consideration when deploying the transponders. Acoustic range The depth rating should not be confused with acoustic range. The acoustic range is dependent on many factors, and some of the factors are outside control of the user. Vessel system The directivity and coverage area for the vessel system is different, depending on which system you are using.
  • Page 16 MiniS Instruction Manual Sound velocity and ray bending Changes in sound velocity through the water column caused by changes in the water temperature and/or salinity can bend the acoustic signal and make it impossible to reach the vessel. 397152/D...

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Getting started Topics Charging the battery (on-deck), page 16 Turning on the cNODE MiniS, page 17 Connecting the transponder to external power and responder signals, page 18 Changing between responder and transponder mode, page 19 Turning on the TTC, page 19...

  • Page 18: Charging The Battery (On-Deck)

    Required battery state for transportation is 30% or less remaining capacity to comply with regulations. Caution Equalize the temperature of the cNODE MiniS to between 10 °C and 40 °C before charging it. For on-deck charging, use the cNODE battery charger only.

  • Page 19: Turning On The Cnode Minis

    Getting started The transponder is then ready for use. Turning on the cNODE MiniS The transponder is designed for operation in water only. The transponder may be operated in air for test purposes over a short period of time. Prerequisites The transponder must be charged before use.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Transponder To External Power And Responder Signals

    MiniS Instruction Manual Connecting the transponder to external power and responder signals The transponder can also be used as a responder unit. Prerequisites The transponder must be charged before use. This is the pin configuration for a male connector, as seen towards the connector (face view).

  • Page 21: Changing Between Responder And Transponder Mode

    Prerequisites The transponder must be charged before use. By default when the cNODE MiniS is turned on it is in transponder mode. The signal input for the responder function must be between 2 and 6 ms with a positive pulse of 5 to 24 V.

  • Page 22: Configuring The Transponder

    MiniS Instruction Manual Context To set use left/right arrows to choose power level and tap to confirm TTC POWER your selection. Procedure Connect the test transducer cable to the upper right connector. Place the Test transducer face to face with the transponder.

  • Page 23: Pre-Deployment Checks

    Getting started Pre-deployment checks Before deploying the transponder, it is important to do the following checks to make sure the operation goes smoothly. Context It is recommended to test the transponder with the Test and Configuration unit (TTC) to make sure the transponder is working properly before operation. Procedure Make sure the locking cord is in place.

  • Page 24: Recovering The Transponder

    MiniS Instruction Manual Recovering the transponder It is important to perform these recovery checks after every operation. Procedure Wash the unit thoroughly in warm fresh water to dissolve any salt deposits and clean off any sand or silt. As an extra precaution, it is recommended that the unit is left to soak in fresh water to allow salt to dissolve and diffuse from hard-to-reach areas, such as crevices between mating parts.

  • Page 25: Operating Procedures

    Operating procedures Operating procedures The transponder is operated from the HiPAP operator station APOS. • Refer to APOS online help for descriptions. 397152/D...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    MiniS Instruction Manual Maintenance Topics Safety features, page 25 Charging the battery (on-deck), page 25 Greasing the Subconn connectors, page 26 Battery charger status and troubleshooting, page 27 397152/D...

  • Page 27: Safety Features

    Maintenance Safety features The cNODE MiniS has a safety valve for releasing pressure that might build up inside the transponder. Pressure relief valve The transponder is fitted with a pressure relief valve at the bottom of the unit. The relief valve prevents overpressure. This valve will release the pressure if it exceeds approximately 1.0 bar.

  • Page 28: Greasing The Subconn Connectors

    MiniS Instruction Manual Caution Equalize the temperature of the cNODE MiniS to between 10 °C and 40 °C before charging it. For on-deck charging, use the cNODE battery charger only. Never charge the battery unattended. Procedure Switch off the cNODE transponder.

  • Page 29: Battery Charger Status And Troubleshooting

    (110 or 220 Vac). after connecting the cNODE The charger or cNODE MiniS battery charger to the cNODE MiniS and then to the mains (110 might be faulty. Contact your or 220 VAC).

  • Page 30: Spare Parts

    MiniS Instruction Manual Spare parts Topics MiniS 34-180 Spare part, page 29 MiniS 34-180 PS Spare part, page 29 MiniS 31-180 PS Spare part, page 29 MiniS 34-40V Spare part, page 29 MiniS 37-40V Ti Spare part, page 29...

  • Page 31: Minis 34-180 Spare Part

    Spare parts MiniS 34-180 Spare part • : MiniS 34-180 Part name • : 396588 Part number MiniS 34-180 PS Spare part • : MiniS 34-180 PS Part name • : 443399 Part number MiniS 31-180 PS Spare part • : MiniS 31-180 PS Part name •...

  • Page 32: Minis 34-40V Ps Spare Part

    MiniS Instruction Manual MiniS 34-40V PS Spare part • : MiniS 34-40V PS Part name • : 443303 Part number MiniS 31-40V PS Spare part • : MiniS 31-40V PS Part name • : 443391 Part number MiniS 34-S Spare part •...

  • Page 33: Transducer Cable Spare Part

    • : cPAP Transducer cable Part name • : 345772 Part number Battery charger Spare part • : cNODE MiniS Battery charger Part name • : 404199 Part number ON/OFF plug Spare part • ON/OFF plug with locking sleeve Part name: •...

  • Page 34: Test And Configuration Cable (Ttc To Minis) Spare Part

    MiniS Instruction Manual Test and configuration cable (TTC to MiniS) spare part • Test and configuration cable, TTC to MiniS Part name: • 407647 Part number: Test and configuration cable (PC to MiniS) Spare part • Test and configuration cable (PC to MiniS) TTC light Part name: •...

  • Page 35: Drawing File

    Drawing file Drawing file Topics Common for all 180° transducers Outline dimensions, page 34 Common for all 40° transducers Outline dimensions, page 35 MiniS 34-S Outline dimensions, page 36 External signal connector pinout, page 37 TDR180 Outline dimensions, page 38 TDR40V Outline dimensions, page 39 TDR30H Outline dimensions, page 40 397152/D...

  • Page 36: Common For All 180° Transducers Outline Dimensions

    MiniS Instruction Manual Common for all 180° transducers Outline dimensions 397152/D...

  • Page 37: Common For All 40° Transducers Outline Dimensions

    Drawing file Common for all 40° transducers Outline dimensions 397152/D...

  • Page 38: Minis 34-S Outline Dimensions

    MiniS Instruction Manual MiniS 34-S Outline dimensions 397152/D...

  • Page 39: External Signal Connector Pinout

    Drawing file External signal connector pinout The external connector is for configuration, responder function, on/off function and charging. This is the pin configuration for a male connector, as seen towards the connector (face view). Pin 1, 2 and 3 is for configuration. Pin 4 and 5 is for responder function.

  • Page 40: Tdr180 Outline Dimensions

    MiniS Instruction Manual TDR180 Outline dimensions 397152/D...

  • Page 41: Tdr40V Outline Dimensions

    Drawing file TDR40V Outline dimensions 397152/D...

  • Page 42: Tdr30H Outline Dimensions

    MiniS Instruction Manual TDR30H Outline dimensions 397152/D...

  • Page 43: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Topics Performance specifications, page 42 Weight and outline dimensions, page 46 Power requirements, page 48 Environmental requirements, page 48 397152/D...

  • Page 44: Performance Specifications

    MiniS Instruction Manual Performance specifications These performance specifications summarize the main functional and operational characteristics of the cNODE MiniS Transponder. • : 21 – 31 kHz Operational frequency • : 5 - 25 V positive logic pulse (2 - 6 ms) Responder trigger signal •...
  • Page 45 Technical specifications MiniS 34-180 PS • : 4000 m Depth rating • : 1000 m (depending on conditions) Operating range • Operating battery lifetime – : 30 days Quiescent battery lifetime – : > 2.5 days Cymbal (Low power, 1 second update rate) –...
  • Page 46 MiniS Instruction Manual MiniS 37-40V Ti • : 7000 m Depth rating • : 5000 m (depending on conditions) Operating range • Operating battery lifetime – : 30 days Quiescent battery lifetime – : > 2.5 days Cymbal (Low power, 1 second update rate) –...
  • Page 47 Technical specifications Common for all 180° transducers • : 180° Transducer beam • : 188 dB Trigger level • : < 85 dB Source level Common for all 40° transducers • : 40° Vertical Transducer beam • : 203 dB Trigger level •...

  • Page 48: Weight And Outline Dimensions

    MiniS Instruction Manual Weight and outline dimensions These weights and outline dimension characteristics summarize the physical properties of the cNODE MiniS system. MiniS 34-180, MiniS 34-180 PS, MiniS 31-180 PS • Outline dimensions – : 305.5 mm Height –...
  • Page 49 Technical specifications TDR180 • Outline dimensions – : 160 mm Height – : 88 mm Diameter • : 1.7 kg Weight (In air) • : 1.0 kg Weight (In water) TDR40V • Outline dimensions – : 161 mm Height – : 100 mm Diameter •...

  • Page 50: Power Requirements

    • : 24 VDC (20-28 VDC), 1 A/24 W Input voltage Environmental requirements These environmental specifications summarize the temperature and humidity requirements for the cNODE MiniS Transponder. • : -5 to 55 °C Operating temperature • : -30 to 70 °C Storage temperature •...

  • Page 51: Battery Safety

    Battery safety Battery safety Topics SECTION 1: Identification, page 50 SECTION 2: Hazards identification, page 50 SECTION 3: Composition, page 51 SECTION 4: First aid measures, page 51 SECTION 5: Firefighting measures, page 52 SECTION 6: Accidental release measures, page 52 SECTION 7: Handling and storage, page 53 SECTION 8: Exposure control and personal protection, page 53 SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties, page 54...

  • Page 52: Section 1: Identification

    MiniS Instruction Manual SECTION 1: Identification The specification describes the technical parameters for the battery. The cNODE MiniS contains a custom made 58 Wh Li-Ion battery. • Product name: Battery cNODE MiniS • Part number: 396782 • Manufacturer: Kongsberg Maritime AS •...

  • Page 53: Section 3: Composition

    The lithium metal cells have the following chemical formula: Li-Ion (LiFePO • : Lithium Negative electrode • : Carbon Positive electrode • : Battery cNODE MiniS Battery name • : 396782 Part number • : 5.3 g Lithium weight •...

  • Page 54: Section 5: Firefighting Measures

    MiniS Instruction Manual • : The chemicals are lung irritant. Avoid inhaling any vented gases. Remove Inhalation the victim and yourself from exposure. Rest and keep warm. If breathing is difficult, seek emergency medical attention. • : The chemicals are skin irritant. Rinse immediately with copious amount Skin contact of water and soap for at least 15 minutes.

  • Page 55: Section 7: Handling And Storage

    Battery safety of low areas. Ventilate closed areas before entering. Wear adequate personal protective equipment. Prevent material from contaminating soil and from entering sewers or waterways. Stop the leak if safe to do so. Contain the spilled liquid with dry sand or earth. Clean up the spills immediately.

  • Page 56: Section 9: Physical And Chemical Properties

    MiniS Instruction Manual SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties The battery is solid with a firm and hard surface. No chemicals are exposed during normal use and transportation. The battery pack is provided as a solid and sealed unit. The battery pack cannot be opened to reveal the individual cells.

  • Page 57: Section 13: Disposal Considerations

    Required battery state for transportation is 30% or less remaining capacity to comply with regulations. • Shipment of transponder Each cNODE MiniS is transported as a closed and sealed unit, and shall not be opened by unauthorized personnel. As a battery with less than 100 Wh capacity, the transportation is made according to ICAO/IATA packing instructions 967 Section II;...

  • Page 58: Section 15: Regulatory Information

    MiniS Instruction Manual • Sea transport: IMDG • Railway: RID • Road transport: ADR Note Damaged sensors that are returned to the manufacturer for repair shall be transported without batteries. Damaged or spent batteries that have been recalled by the manufacturer for safety reasons shall not be transported by air.
  • Page 59 54 414030 toxicological information ....... 54 cNODE MiniS 34-S ........30 transport information ........55 438678 batterybatery safety cNODE MiniS 37–40V Ti ......29 hazards identification........50 443303 book cNODE MiniS 34–40V PS ......30 purpose ............. 7 443380 target audience ..........
  • Page 60 MiniS Instruction Manual configuring the transponder ....... 20 connecting the pigtail to the external power handling supply ............18 battery safety ..........53 connecting the responder signals ......18 hazards identification connector battery battery safety ........50 pin out ............. 37 help signal pin number ........
  • Page 61 Index transponder .......... 29–30 recovery TTC30 ............. 31 description ..........22 outline dimensions registered trademarks........7 technical specifications........46 requirements transponder .......... 34–36 environmental ..........48 outline dimensions drawing power ............48 transducer ..........38–40 temperature ..........48 overview responder TTC ............
  • Page 62 MiniS Instruction Manual technical requirements about ............13 power ............48 technical specifications interface specifications ........22 outline dimensions........46 website weight ............. 46 download documents ........7 technical support weight offices............12 technical specifications........46 temperature requirements ..........48 test acoustic............
  • Page 64 ©2019 Kongsberg Maritime...

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