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- Page 1 Explorer Instruction Manual 461378/A June 2020 © Kongsberg Maritime AS...
- Page 2 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 Kongsberg Maritime’s...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
MAINTENANCE ..............16 ® Lubricating SubConn connectors...................16 SPARE PARTS ................ 17 cNODE Explorer 17 spare part ..................18 cNODE Explorer 10 spare part ..................18 TDR50V spare part ......................18 TDR180 LF spare part .....................18 Transducer cable spare part....................18 Interface cable spare part ....................19 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.......... - Page 4 Explorer 461378/A...
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Page 5: About This Manual
Explorer. Target audience This manual is intended for all users of the cNODE Explorer. Online information All end-user manuals provided for operation and installation of your cNODE Explorer can be downloaded from our website. https://www.kongsberg.com/maritime Registered trademarks Observe the registered trademarks that apply. -
Page 6: Kongsberg Cnode Explorer
Explorer Instruction Manual Kongsberg cNODE Explorer Topics System description, page 7 System units, page 7 General supply conditions, page 8 Support information, page 9 461378/A... -
Page 7: System Description
Kongsberg cNODE Explorer System description cNODE Explorer is designed for integration onto AUVs, ROVs or other vehicles where space and weight are restricted. The cNODE electronics can be supplied in a pressure rated underwater housing or in compact lightweight non pressure rated housing for full third party integration. -
Page 8: Remote Transducers
All equipment must be inspected for physical damage, i.e. broken controls and indicators, dents, scratches etc. during unpacking. If any damage to the equipment is discovered, the recipient must notify both the transportation company and Kongsberg Maritime so that Kongsberg Maritime can arrange for replacement or repair of the damaged equipment. -
Page 9: Support Information
Support information Should you need technical support for your cNODE Explorer 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. Manuals and technical information can be downloaded from our support website. -
Page 10: Cable Layout And Interconnections
Explorer Instruction Manual Cable layout and interconnections Topics Transponder interface connector pinout, P1, page 11 Transducer connector pinout, TD1, page 12 461378/A... -
Page 11: Transponder Interface Connector Pinout, P1
Cable layout and interconnections Transponder interface connector pinout, P1 This is the pin configuration for a male plug, as seen towards the plug (face view). Pin number Signal RS-232 Tx 1 RS-232 Rx 1 Ground VDC In Ground Responder trigger + Responder trigger –... -
Page 12: Transducer Connector Pinout, Td1
Explorer Instruction Manual Transducer connector pinout, TD1 This is the pin configuration for a female connector, as seen towards the connector (face view). The other transducer connectors, TD2 and TD3, are not used for this product. Pin number Signal... -
Page 13: 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 14 Explorer 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. 461378/A...
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Page 15: Operating Procedures
Operating procedures Operating procedures The transponder is operated from the HiPAP operator station APOS. • Refer to APOS online help for descriptions. 461378/A... -
Page 16: Maintenance
Explorer Instruction Manual Maintenance Lubricating SubConn ® connectors Underwater connectors must be kept clean and lubricated and should be inspected regularly for damages and corrosion. Context SubConn ® connectors should not be exposed to extended periods of heat or direct sunlight. -
Page 17: Spare Parts
Spare parts Spare parts Topics cNODE Explorer 17 spare part, page 18 cNODE Explorer 10 spare part, page 18 TDR50V spare part, page 18 TDR180 LF spare part, page 18 Transducer cable spare part, page 18 Interface cable spare part, page 19... -
Page 18: Cnode Explorer 17 Spare Part
Explorer Instruction Manual cNODE Explorer 17 spare part • : cNODE Explorer 17 Part name • : 461377 Part number cNODE Explorer 10 spare part • : cNODE Explorer 10 Part name • : TBD Part number TDR50V spare part •... -
Page 19: Interface Cable Spare Part
Spare parts Interface cable spare part This cable has a female 16-pin SubConn connector (MCIL16F) in one end and a pigtail in the other. It is the cable between the cNODE Explorer 17 and the customer’s system. • : Interface cable Part name •... -
Page 20: Technical Specifications
Explorer Instruction Manual Technical specifications Topics Performance specifications, page 21 Weight and outline dimensions, page 22 Power requirements, page 22 Environmental requirements, page 23 461378/A... -
Page 21: Performance Specifications
Technical specifications Performance specifications These performance specifications summarize the main functional and operational characteristics of the cNODE Explorer transponder. • : 12 kHz Operational frequency • : 5 - 25 V positive logic pulse (2 - 6 ms) Responder trigger signal •... -
Page 22: Weight And Outline Dimensions
Explorer Instruction Manual Weight and outline dimensions These weights and outline dimension characteristics summarize the physical properties of the cNODE Explorer system. cNODE Explorer 17 • Outline dimensions – : 323 mm Height – : 79 mm Diameter •... -
Page 23: Environmental Requirements
Technical specifications Environmental requirements These specifications summarize the temperature requirements and other environmental standards for the cNODE Explorer system. • : -5 to 55 °C Operating temperature • : -30 to 70 °C Storage temperature 461378/A... -
Page 24: Drawing File
Explorer Instruction Manual Drawing file Topics cNODE Explorer 10, page 25 cNODE Explorer 17, page 26 TDR50V Steel Outline dimensions, page 27 TDR180 Outline dimensions, page 28 461378/A... -
Page 25: Cnode Explorer 10
Drawing file cNODE Explorer 10 461378/A... -
Page 26: Cnode Explorer 17
Explorer Instruction Manual cNODE Explorer 17 461378/A... -
Page 27: Tdr50V Steel Outline Dimensions
Drawing file TDR50V Steel Outline dimensions 461378/A... -
Page 28: Tdr180 Outline Dimensions
Explorer Instruction Manual TDR180 Outline dimensions 461378/A... - Page 29 Index Index 330015 TDR50V St ..........18 general supply conditions equipment responsibility......... 8 receipt ............8 storage ............8 about unpacking ..........8 acoustic considerations........13 acoustic range ..........13 document downloads ........5 online information ........5 help purpose of this manual ........5 support offices ..........
- Page 30 Explorer Instruction Manual power purpose ............. 5 requirements ..........22 target audience ..........5 procedure trademarks lubricating the underwater connector ....16 registered........... 5 publication transducer purpose ............. 5 about ............8 target audience ..........5 outline dimensions drawing ......27 purpose spare part..........
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