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KONGSBERG K-Sync
Synchronization Unit
Installation manual
Image: K-Sync application view
342741/B
April 2021 © Kongsberg Maritime AS

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  • Page 1 KONGSBERG K-Sync Synchronization Unit Installation manual Image: K-Sync application view 342741/B April 2021 © 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...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Concept description ......................11 Basic items provided with a standard delivery ..............12 Network security......................12 Support information ......................14 PREPARATIONS ..............15 Tools, equipment and consumables required for K-Sync installation ......15 Personnel qualifications ....................15 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE..........16 Read this first ........................16 Minimum computer requirements..................17 Installing the K-Sync application software..............17...
  • Page 4 KONGSBERG K-Sync Interface from echo sounder to K-Sync I/O module............45 I/O module, adjusting ......................47 K-Sync interface to EM 122, EM 302 and EM 710 ............50 K-Sync interface to EM Processor Unit................51 K-Sync interface to EA400 and EA600 interface............52 K-Sync interface to EA440 and EA640 interface............54 Cable drawings and specifications ...................56...
  • Page 5 Installation manual Table 8 K-Sync interface to EA400 and EA600 interface ........53 Table 9 K-Sync interface to EA440 and EA640 interface ........55 342741/B...
  • Page 6 KONGSBERG K-Sync 342741/B...

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    We assume that you are familiar with the basic acoustic principles of sound in water. Online information For information about the K-Sync and other products from Kongsberg Maritime, see the KONGSBERG website: • https://www.kongsberg.com/maritime/ Registered trademarks Observe the registered trademarks that apply.

  • Page 8: Kongsberg K-Sync

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual KONGSBERG K-Sync Topics System description, page 9 System diagram, page 10 Concept description, page 11 Basic items provided with a standard delivery, page 12 Network security, page 12 Support information, page 14 342741/B...

  • Page 9: System Description

    KONGSBERG K-Sync System description The K-Sync is a compact synchronization system designed to support all types of echo sounders, sonars and other hydroacoustic instruments provided with an external transmission trigger option. The K-Sync can control the transmission for up to 16 hydroacoustic systems.

  • Page 10: System Diagram

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual System diagram The system diagram identifies the main components of a basic K-Sync system. Only the main connections between the units are shown. Detailed interface capabilities and power cables are not shown. The K-Sync synchronization system consists of the Synchronization Unit and a computer.

  • Page 11: Concept Description

    If the transmitting feedback signal is available, the K-Sync will automatically check that a transmit occurred after each trigger. If the hydroacoustic system fails to transmit three times in a row, it is assumed that it has been turned off.

  • Page 12: Basic Items Provided With A Standard Delivery

    Network security If a K-Sync system is connected to a local area network, data security is important. Equipment manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime is frequently connected to the vessel's local area network (LAN). When you connect a computer to a local area network you will always expose the data on that computer.
  • Page 13 Securing the K-Sync system itself has no meaning unless there is a policy in place that secures all computers in the network. This policy must include physical access by trained and trusted users.

  • Page 14: Support Information

    Support information Should you need technical support for your K-Sync system 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. A 24 hour telephone support service may also be available depending on your Service Level Agreement.

  • Page 15: Preparations

    Personnel qualifications The installation of the K-Sync is a demanding task. It is very important that the personnel involved in the installation tasks are competent and experienced craftsmen. Electrical connections can only be made by skilled personnel (ship electricians, technicians or engineers).

  • Page 16: Installing The Software

    Note The K-Sync application may be run on a portable PC for configuration only, or you may run the K-Sync application from a permanently installed Workstation that can be used both for start-up configuration and for monitoring.

  • Page 17: Minimum Computer Requirements

    The Workstation must be set up with an address in the 157.237.60.xxx (255.255.240.0) subnet. The Synchronizing Unit IP address is 157.237.60.169 Note If you can’t contact the K-Sync unit you may have to change the IP address of your local computer to 157.237.60.160 342741/B...

  • Page 18: Configure The K-Sync Unit Network Address

    • The Hydrographic Work Station must be set up with an address in the 157.237.60.xxx (255.255.240.0) subnet. • The Synchronizing Unit IP address is 157.237.60.169 Note If you can’t contact the K-Sync unit you may have to change the IP address of your local computer to 157.237.60.160 Procedure Close K-Sync Application, if running.
  • Page 19 After a couple of minutes the operation should provide a confirmation that the reconfiguration succeeded. Exit Installation and Upgrade Utility. 10 Reset the IP-address and subnet on the application PC if needed. 11 Open the K-Sync Application and reconfigure the K-Sync Application System Settings Open K-Sync Application →...

  • Page 20: Installing The Synchronization Unit

    Depending on the tasks at hand, additional tools may be required. Context The rack mounted K-Sync unit is easily mounted inside a 19” rack. It should be mounted with sufficient cable slack to allow for lifting the unit out of the rack without disconnecting the cables.
  • Page 21 Installing the Synchronization Unit In order to allow for future maintenance, we recommend to mount the unit with its cables and connectors available for easy access. Mount the unit with sufficient cable slack to allow for lifting the unit out of the rack without disconnecting the cables. Make sure that the chosen location meets the installation requirements.

  • Page 22: Installing The Cabinet Version

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual Installing the cabinet version The cabinet is designed for installation in a technical room or a sheltered environment. Make sure that the location offers ample space around the cabinet to allow for cables, maintenance and parts replacement.

  • Page 23: Cable Connection Procedures

    Cable connection procedures Cable connection procedures Topics Read this first, page 24 Cable plan, page 25 List of cables, page 26 Connecting the Synchronization Unit to AC mains, ground and ethernet, page 27 Cable connection procedure, page 28 342741/B...

  • Page 24: Read This First

    Drawings are generally not provided for standard commercial cables. Cables fall into three categories. : System cables are provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of System cables the delivery.

  • Page 25: Cable Plan

    The Ethernet cable between the Synchronization Unit and the Hydrographic Work Station can either be connected directly between the two units, or via an Ethernet switch. The Ethernet switch is used if you wish to import depth data to the K-Sync. Note The Hydrographic Work Station is not a standard part of the K-Sync delivery.

  • Page 26: List Of Cables

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual List of cables A set of cables is required to connect the K-Sync Unit to the power source and vessel ground. Additional cables are required to connect the K-Sync Unit to the echo sounders that need to be synchronized.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Synchronization Unit To Ac Mains, Ground And Ethernet

    (UPS). The unit is also connected to vessel ground. Two cables are used. • AC mains cable: This cable is supplied with the K-Sync delivery. • Ground cable: The ground connection is made using a thick stranded (or yellow/green) cable making a solid connection between the cabinet and the bulkhead.

  • Page 28: Cable Connection Procedure

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual 16 PG nipples for sealed signal cable gland Screw for connecting ground cable Observe the following connectors on the bottom side of the K-Sync cabinet: Figure 6 Cabinet version connectors 6 large PG nipples for sealed signal cable gland...
  • Page 29 Cable connection procedures Note When you connect the cables, make sure that they are all properly secured, and able to withstand the vibration and movements of the vessel. Procedure Locate the AC mains connector. For the cabinet version, disconnect the support bracket. Connect the Synchronization Unit to a power outlet or to an Uninterrupted Power Supply.

  • Page 30: Echo Sounder Signal Characteristics

    This chapter describes the definitions and characteristics of the signals that are used in the K-Sync system. Topics Signal naming conventions, page 31 K-Sync Signal Interface, page 31 Logic states and their corresponding voltage levels, page 32 Signals timing specification, page 35 I/O module configuration, page 36...

  • Page 31: Signal Naming Conventions

    Manufacturers use several names to denote the various signals. The first column in the table below shows the signal name that has been adopted for the K-Sync application. The second column shows the typical names used for the corresponding signal of the sonar.

  • Page 32: Logic States And Their Corresponding Voltage Levels

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual The feedback signals communicate whether an echo sounder is ready to be triggered, and if transmit occurred. When the signal is active, the Synchronizing Unit can trigger the echo Ready To Transmit sounder. Once the ping cycle starts, it is required that the signal go inactive. Once ping cycle is complete and echo sounder is ready again, the signal must once again become active.

  • Page 33: Logic States, Voltage Levels

    Echo Sounder Signal characteristics To configure K-Sync you must specify whether the input/output is active high or active low. See table below for the actual voltage levels associated with this setting. The level also depends on whether the input has been configured for TTL or RS-232 from the factory.

  • Page 34: Figure 7 Signal Timing Scheme

    Transmit is indicated in the trigger plot by the grey spike. Ping delay, i.e. time from trigger to actual transmit. Pulse width of trigger pulse generated by K-Sync. Ready to transmit (RTT) goes high again, i.e. the ping cycle is complete.

  • Page 35: Signals Timing Specification

    Echo Sounder Signal characteristics provided, the Synchronizing Unit will determine when the ping cycle is complete based on the runtime settings in the K-Sync Application, i.e. calculated or fixed period is selected. Signals timing specification Some of the timing and signal specifications with respect to the Synchronizing Unit are listed below.

  • Page 36: I/O Module Configuration

    I/O module configuration The echo sounders can be connected to the I/O modules in any order. The modules configure how the voltage levels are to be interpreted; while the K-Sync Application handles the remaining signal properties and assignments. The terminal ID (module and pin number) can be assigned to one or more echo sounders in the software (thus it is possible to use one feedback signal for several systems in special applications).

  • Page 37: Cable Layout And Interconnections

    Interface from echo sounder to K-Sync I/O module, page 45 I/O module, adjusting, page 47 K-Sync interface to EM 122, EM 302 and EM 710, page 50 K-Sync interface to EM Processor Unit, page 51 K-Sync interface to EA400 and EA600 interface, page 52...

  • Page 38: Echo Sounder Trigger Interface Overview

    Sensor triggers on logical high Select Active High Falling Edge Sensor triggers on logical low Select Active Low Rising Edge See table below to find which entry to select in the K-Sync Installation settings for different types of Kongsberg equipment. 342741/B...

  • Page 39: Trigger Interface Overview (Km)

    Cable layout and interconnections Table 4 Trigger interface overview (KM) Inputs from echo sounder Trigger output to echo sounder Make and Pulse properties Ready to Transmitting - Signal setting - model transmit - Trigger Pulse length Signal Active Signal active Signal Active condition Processing...

  • Page 40: Determine Which Signals Need To Be Interfaced And Their Characteristics

    Multiple hydroacoustic systems operating simultaneously on the same vessel may cause interference. In order to minimize this interference, the K-Sync Unit system can be used. All echo sounders that will be synchronized are required to have at least a trigger input signals in order to be controlled by K-Sync.

  • Page 41: Signal Interface Overview

    Cable layout and interconnections Signal interface overview Complete the table for syncronization setup configuration. The setting configuration is saved. A backup can be saved by File Backup config files Table 5 Signal interface table Inputs from echo sounder Trigger output to echo sounder Make and Pulse properties Ready to...

  • Page 42: Techniques For Determine Signal Properties

    ID in the K-Sync Application dialog. Installation Settings Enable the echo sounder being configured in the K-Sync application. That is, the Enabled checkboxes in the Echo Sounder States area of the application window should all be unchecked, except for the particular echo sounder being configured.
  • Page 43 Bottom row Determining signal properties of Trigger Verify that the echo sounder is powered on and that the echo sounder software is set up and is prepared for external trigger. Open the K-Sync application. → → Go to and set Pulse length to 500 ms...
  • Page 44 Verify that the echo sounder is powered on and that the echo sounder software is set up and is ready for external trigger. Make sure the echo sounder is enabled in the K-Sync Application window found in area. Echo Sounder Status...

  • Page 45: Interface From Echo Sounder To K-Sync I/O Module

    Cable layout and interconnections the LED is normally off and turns on during transmit, then the signal is Active high. If always off, then it is Active low. Interface from echo sounder to K-Sync I/O module 19" rack version 16 PG nipples for sealed cable...
  • Page 46 Ground Mandatory RTT/CTS If available – input to K-Sync from the echo sounder when the echo sounder is ready for next trigger Transmitting If available – input to K-Sync from the echo sounder when it is transmitting...

  • Page 47: I/O Module, Adjusting

    Remove the cable insulation from the termination block up to the PG nipple. The cable must be shielded. The shield must be terminated in one end only, normally at the echo sounder side. If you decide to terminate at the K-Sync end, the shield must be terminated in the PG nipple.
  • Page 48 A detailed description of the I/O modules, and the different values that can be applied is found in the following figure. A colour print will be provided with the K-Sync delivery, attached on the inside of the top cover of the K-Sync rack or cabinet. Default values are: •...
  • Page 49 Cable layout and interconnections 342741/B...

  • Page 50: K-Sync Interface To Em 122, Em 302 And Em 710

    The cable is not included with the delivery, and must be provided by the installation shipyard. K-Sync connectors Looking into Male 9-pin D-Subminiature connector Looking into Female 9-pin D-Subminiature connector Table 6 K-Sync interface to EM 122, EM 302 and EM 710 K-Sync EM x Pin no. Signal / Type Pin no.

  • Page 51: K-Sync Interface To Em Processor Unit

    Cable requirements may vary depending on the specific sonar you interface. Please consult the installation manual of the equipment for specific cable requirements. K-Sync interface to EM Processor Unit This connection allows synchronisation of the following Kongsberg Maritime echo sounders: • EM 124 / EM 304 / EM 712 •...

  • Page 52: K-Sync Interface To Ea400 And Ea600 Interface

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual The pin configuration on the K-Sync IO Module follows: Table 7 K-Sync interface to EM Processor Unit K-Sync EM x Pin no. Signal / Type Pin no. Trig out -> / RS232 Ground 5, 8 <- CTS (Clear to send) / RS232 <- Trig in / TTL...
  • Page 53 Cable layout and interconnections Table 8 K-Sync interface to EA400 and EA600 interface K-Sync GBT I/O card AUXILIARY Pin no. Signal / Type Pin no. Trig out -> /RS232 <- Gnd <- Trig in / TTL <- Gnd Not used...

  • Page 54: K-Sync Interface To Ea440 And Ea640 Interface

    K-Sync interface to EA440 and EA640 interface This connection allows synchronisation of the following Kongsberg Maritime echo sounders: • EA 440 / EA 640 The cable is not included with the delivery, and must be provided by the installation shipyard.
  • Page 55 Cable layout and interconnections Table 9 K-Sync interface to EA440 and EA640 interface K-Sync WTB I/O card AUXILIARY Pin no. Signal / Type Pin no. Trig out -> /RS232 <- Gnd <- CTS (Clear to send) / RS232 <- Trig in / TTL <- Gnd...

  • Page 56: Cable Drawings And Specifications

    Ground cable, page 57 RJ45 High speed Ethernet cable (1000Base-t), page 58 K-Sync interface to generic RS-232 synchronization input, page 59 AC power cable using IEC C13 inline socket This cable is used to connect any unit or device to AC mains supply. The power cable is commercial.

  • Page 57: Ground Cable

    Cable layout and interconnections A standard commercial AC mains cable is used. The power cable is normally terminated with an female IEC C13 inline socket. The AC mains end is terminated in an AC connector suitable for the local standard and/or the output sockets on an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

  • Page 58: Rj45 High Speed Ethernet Cable (1000Base-T)

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual RJ45 High speed Ethernet cable (1000Base-t) Most high speed data connections between the K-Sync system units are made using Ethernet cables. These cables may also be used between the K-Sync and peripheral equipment. Local Ethernet connection...

  • Page 59: K-Sync Interface To Generic Rs-232 Synchronization Input

    CTS (Clear To Send) and RTS (Request To Send) signals. The synchronized product is connected to the IO Module inside the K-Sync Synchronizing Unit. Each IO Module in the K-Sync Synchronizing Unit provides six connectors and a configuration board for physical adjustments of the communication parameters.
  • Page 60 KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual Connectors 1 through 6 as indicated by the arrows. Note that each of the two connector elements can be pulled out of the IO Module for easy access. Configuration board Unless otherwise specified, this cable must be provided by the installation shipyard.

  • Page 61: Cable Gland Procedure

    Cable gland procedure Cable gland procedure Cable glands are used whenever a cable passes through a water-tight bulkhead or into a cabinet, to seal the opening through which the cable passes and to protect the cable from abrasion on the edges of the hole. Follow the guidelines detailed here when installing cables through cable glands.
  • Page 62 KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual Depending on whether the cable has already been installed in conduits, either: • (Installed) measure the maximum length of cable required to reach from the final cable clip outside the cabinet to the terminal blocks inside the cabinet, add 20 cm, then remove the excess cable, •...

  • Page 63: Configuration Of The K-Sync Application

    Configuration of the K-Sync application Configuration of the K-Sync application Configuration of K-Sync is described in K-Sync Operator Manual, reg.nr. 342435. 342741/B...

  • Page 64: Technical Specifications

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual Technical specifications K-Sync Unit (19" rack version) • : K-Sync Make and model • Outline dimensions – : 177.25 mm (4U) Height – : 482 mm 19" rack Width – : approx. 400 mm Depth •...

  • Page 65: Drawing File

    Drawing file Drawing file Topics 324131 K-Sync Unit dimensions (19" rack version), page 66 344459 K-Sync Unit dimensions (Cabinet version), page 67 342741/B...

  • Page 66: 324131 K-Sync Unit Dimensions (19" Rack Version)

    KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual 324131 K-Sync Unit dimensions (19" rack version) Contact our support organization to obtain the source file(s). 342741/B...

  • Page 67: 344459 K-Sync Unit Dimensions (Cabinet Version)

    Drawing file 344459 K-Sync Unit dimensions (Cabinet version) Contact our support organization to obtain the source file(s). 342741/B...
  • Page 68 KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual Index 1000Base-T Ethernet cable ..........58 description K-Sync ............. 9 determine signal properties techniques for ..........42 ac power Determine signals cable ............56 for interface..........40 adjusting diagram I/O module..........47 connections ..........25 wiring............25...
  • Page 69 ............ 14 security network............ 12 shipyard cables description ..........24 line socket signal interface IEC............56 K-Sync ............ 31 list ready to transmit ......... 31 system interconnection cables......26 transmitting ..........31 logic states trigger............31 voltage levels ..........32 signal interface table........
  • Page 70 KONGSBERG K-Sync Installation manual provided with the delivery......12 support information......... 14 SW installation Read this first ..........16 synchronization using RS-232 serial line......... 59 Synchronization Unit installation (cabinet version) ......22 installation (rack version)....... 20 outline dimensions drawing (cabinet version) ..........
  • Page 72 ©2021 Kongsberg Maritime...

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