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Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test

Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test

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This is the Factory Acceptance Test for the Simrad SC90 Fish finding
sonar.
The purpose of this Factory Acceptance Test is to verify that the SC90
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
Operating Panel
Transceiver Unit
Power Supply Unit
Hull Unit
Transducer
Simrad SC90
Fish finding sonar
Factory Acceptance Test
May 2018 © Kongsberg Maritime AS
428858/B

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  • Page 1 This is the Factory Acceptance Test for the Simrad SC90 Fish finding sonar. The purpose of this Factory Acceptance Test is to verify that the SC90 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 Support information 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Testing the user interface to verify basic functionality ............29 Verifying that the Transceiver Unit is transmitting on all channels.........31 Verifying SC90 operation by means of the BITE functionality........31 Measuring the output voltages from the Power Supply Unit...........35 TESTING THE NOISE CONDITIONS ........37 Measuring the Echo level with the transducer disconnected from the Transceiver Unit..........................37...
  • Page 4 Simrad SC90 TESTING THE INTERFACES WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES ..42 Verifying the communication with a navigation system (GPS)........42 Verifying the communication with speed log ..............44 Verifying the communication with the course gyro............46 Verifying the communication with the motion reference unit (MRU) ......47 CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE FORM ..........

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Topics Purpose, page 6 Personnel and location, page 6 Referenced documents, page 7 Tools and test equipment, page 7 428858/B...

  • Page 6: Purpose

    This is the Factory Acceptance Test for the Simrad SC90 Fish finding sonar. The purpose of this Factory Acceptance Test is to verify that the SC90 system is fully functional, and meets the operational requirements. It is then ready for packing and shipment.

  • Page 7: Referenced Documents

    Introduction Referenced documents The installation and use the SC90 is described in several documents and end user manuals. Internal test documents are used throughout the production and test of the SC90. This list is not complete. Additional documents and end user manuals are available for the SC90.
  • Page 8 Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test Hull unit simulator (Make and model) Serial number Calibration expiry date Kongsberg Maritime 348583 Multimeter (Make and model) Serial number Calibration expiry date 428858/B...

  • Page 9: Acceptance Test Summary

    Acceptance test summary Acceptance test summary The purpose of this Factory Acceptance Test is to verify that the SC90 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.

  • Page 10: Hardware And Software Registration

    Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test Hardware and software registration Topics Software items, page 11 Hardware items, page 12 428858/B...

  • Page 11: Software Items

    Every software program that is provided as a part of the SC90 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 SC90 software version provided on the media must be registered.

  • Page 12: Hardware Items

    Serial number Revision Fill in the make, model and serial number for each unit that is provided with the SC90 delivery. If applicable, add the order number. The unit contains neither circuit boards nor modules that need to be identified separately.

  • Page 13: Transceiver Unit

    The unit contains neither circuit boards nor modules that need to be identified separately. Transceiver Unit The Transceiver Unit provided with the SC90 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: Power Supply Unit

    The unit contains neither circuit boards nor modules that need to be identified separately. Power Supply Unit The Power Supply Unit provided with the SC90 delivery must be uniquely identified. Make, model, part number and serial number must be registered.

  • Page 15: Operating Panel

    The hull unit provided with the SC90 delivery must be uniquely identified. Type, part number and serial number must be registered. Several different hull units are available for the SC90, each with different characteristics. Only one hull unit is supplied with the delivery.
  • Page 16 Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test Part number Transducer) Serial number Revision SC90 Transducer 407951 The unit contains neither circuit boards nor modules that need to be identified separately. 428858/B...

  • 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 Operating Panel, page 20 Visual inspection of the Transceiver Unit, page 20 Visual inspection of the Power Supply Unit, page 21 Visual inspection of the hull unit, page 22 Inspecting the transducer, page 22...

  • Page 18: Inspecting Logistic Items

    A visual inspection of the SC90 display is required to verify its physical condition and appearance prior to delivery. Prerequisites The SC90 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the SC90 Installation manual. The SC90 is turned off. Neither tools nor instruments are required. Context This test procedure is only applicable when the display is provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the SC90 delivery.

  • Page 19: Visual Inspection Of The Processor Unit

    A visual inspection of the SC90 Processor Unit is required to verify its physical condition and appearance prior to delivery. Prerequisites The SC90 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the SC90 Installation manual. The SC90 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...

  • Page 20: Visual Inspection Of The Operating Panel

    A visual inspection of the Operating Panel is required to verify its physical condition and appearance prior to delivery. Prerequisites The SC90 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the SC90 Installation manual. The SC90 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...

  • Page 21: Visual Inspection Of The Power Supply Unit

    A visual inspection of the Power Supply Unit is required to verify its physical condition and appearance prior to delivery. Prerequisites The SC90 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the SC90 Installation manual. The SC90 is turned off. Neither tools nor instruments are required. Procedure Verify that the Power Supply Unit is new.

  • Page 22: Visual Inspection Of The Hull Unit

    A visual inspection of the hull unit is required to verify its physical condition and appearance prior to delivery. Prerequisites The SC90 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the SC90 Installation manual. The SC90 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...
  • Page 23 Visual inspection Context Lower part of transducer shaft Transducer with its red protective coating The transducer is covered with a thick red protective coating made of a special plastic type. The red protective coating is an vital part of the transducer.

  • Page 24: Testing The Sc90 Operational Functionality

    Measuring the output voltages from the Power Supply Unit, page 35 Turning on the SC90 to start the test Prior to testing the SC90, the complete system must be assembled and powered up. To turn on the SC90 use the button on the Operating Panel.

  • Page 25: Testing The Operating Panel To Verify Basic Functionality

    Testing the Operating Panel to verify basic functionality The Operating Panel contains all necessary control functions for normal operation of the SC90. A test is required to verify that the Operating Panel is fully functional, and that the communication with Processor Unit is operational. Prerequisites The SC90 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the SC90 Installation manual.
  • Page 26 The Operating Panel contains all necessary control functions for normal operation of the SC90. The controls provided by the Operating Panel are arranged in logical functional groups. This offers you clear and easy operation with fast access to key functionality.
  • Page 27 Testing the SC90 operational functionality : The buttons offer manual control of the beam training. They also Train Train control the automatic search and tracking programs. Procedure Check the functions in the field. Markers Use the trackball on the Operating Panel, and move the cursor to the echo area.
  • Page 28 Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test Press repeatedly. Verify that the gain read-out on the Gain V- Gain V+ menu changes. Vertical Check the functions in the field. Range Press to select presentation mode 270°/Vertical. Mode 2 Select to open the menu.

  • Page 29: Testing The User Interface To Verify Basic Functionality

    Testing the user interface to verify basic functionality Prerequisites The SC90 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the SC90 Installation manual. • The transducer is replaced with a dummyload. • The hull unit and the Motor Control Unit are replaced with a hull unit simulator.
  • Page 30 Make sure that the menu system offered by the SC90 is operational. Make sure that the relevant views are operational. Move the cursor to the views in the main SC90 presentation. Click inside one of the views. Make sure that the view is activated, and that relevant changes are made in any dynamic menus.

  • Page 31: Verifying That The Transceiver Unit Is Transmitting On All Channels

    The SC90 offers 480 transceiver channels. It is important to verify that the SC90 is transmitting on all the channels. Prerequisites The SC90 has been set up with its hardware units connected as specified in the SC90 Installation manual. • The transducer is replaced with a dummyload.
  • Page 32 B-Scan each of the elements in the SC90 transducer. The start sample and the number of samples to be displayed are adjustable. When you move the cursor over the B-Scan presentation of the SC90 transceiver channels, each element in the transducer is clearly identified as a long coloured vertical rectangle.
  • Page 33 Sample range These settings allow you to test the receiver performance. The sample frequency in the SC90 is 5 kHz. Since the sound travels approximately 750 meter back and forth every second, each sample will cover 750 m divided by 5000 Hz, which is approximately 15 cm.
  • Page 34 Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test Result Requirements Results The information presented by the page verifies that the SC90 is B-Scan fully operational. All elements are operational in both transmit and receive. The maximum number of unserviceable elements is 5. Weak elements:...

  • Page 35: Measuring The Output Voltages From The Power Supply Unit

    Measuring the output voltages from the Power Supply Unit The purpose of the Power Supply Unit is to provide the SC90 Transceiver Unit with the necessary DC power for operation. The operation of the Power Supply Unit can be verified by means of a standard multimeter. The output voltages are measured with normal load.
  • Page 36 Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test Measure the voltages with normal load. Verify that the measured voltages are within the permitted tolerances. Close the Power Supply Unit. Result Record the values in the result table. +72 VDC +12 VDC +4.9 VDC Requirements: +72 VDC ±...

  • Page 37: Testing The Noise Conditions

    Low noise is a key factor for high quality and reliable measurements. The performance of the SC90 will always be limited by different noise sources. A high noise level will mask the echoes and make them difficult to read and interpret. The noise is measured while the SC90 operates in Passive mode with the transducer disconnected.
  • Page 38 Echo Level System Test Adjust the until the echoes on the images on the SC90 presentation are Gain dynamic, and you can distinguish between the individual echoes. Read the current echo level displayed by the "button".

  • Page 39: Measuring The Bite Noise With The Transducer Disconnected From The Transceiver Unit

    Low noise is a key factor for high quality and reliable measurements. The performance of the SC90 will always be limited by different noise sources. A high noise level will mask the echoes and make them difficult to read and interpret. The noise is measured while the SC90 operates in Passive mode with the transducer disconnected.
  • Page 40 Simrad SC90 Factory Acceptance Test Note This task must be done with the transducer cable disconnected from the Transceiver Unit. Procedure to Off. TX Power Disconnect the dummyload from the Transceiver Unit output. to Bow Up. Mode Make the following preparations.
  • Page 41 Testing the noise conditions Connect the dummyload to the Transceiver Unit output. Result Requirements Results Maximum noise level (in dB) shown on the page when the transduceris disconnected is -115 dB. B-Scan Maximum noise level measured on the page: B-Scan Screen captures are recorded and saved.

  • Page 42: Testing The Interfaces With Peripheral Devices

    (GPS) Accurate and reliable information from navigation systems are vital to the SC90 operation. The information provided by the navigation systems are used by the SC90 software. The current position is shown in the parameter dialog box. The Status communication with the sensor is tested.
  • Page 43 Some instruments may offer other parameters and/or choices. You must always check the relevant documentation provided by the manufacturer. Procedure Observe the parameter dialog box in the Status bottom right corner of the SC90 presentation. Make sure that the dialog box presents the current position. Open the menu. Installation Select the tab to open the menu.

  • Page 44: Verifying The Communication With Speed Log

    The relevant communication parameters are recorded. Date and signature: Verifying the communication with speed log In order to operate correctly, the SC90 requires input from a speed log. The current speed is shown in the parameter dialog box. The communication with the sensor is tested.
  • Page 45 Procedure Observe the parameter dialog box in the Status bottom right corner of the SC90 presentation. Make sure that the dialog box presents the current information from the navigation sensors: Position, Heading and Speed. Open the menu.

  • Page 46: Verifying The Communication With The Course Gyro

    Neither tools nor instruments are required. Context The input from a course gyro is essential for SC90 operation. Without the input from a course gyro, the SC90 will not be able to present correct navigational information. In most cases a suitable course gyro is already installed on the vessel. A global positioning system (GPS) with a fitting output format can also be used.

  • Page 47: Verifying The Communication With The Motion Reference Unit (Mru)

    The information from a motion reference unit (MRU) (normally heave, roll and pitch information) is imported into the SC90 to increase the accuracy of the echo data. The SC90 is provided with a built-in motion sensor. It is placed inside the Motor Control Unit.
  • Page 48 Context A motion reference unit (MRU) measures the vessel’s pitch and roll movements in the sea. The information provided by the motion sensor is used by the SC90 to stabilize the echo presentation. These communication parameters are defined for the motion sensor.
  • Page 49 Testing the interfaces with peripheral devices Record the settings in the result table. Result Motion Reference Unit Source system Talker ID Port Baud rate Timeout Results Requirements Motion compensation is operational. The compensated values are shown. Date and signature: 428858/B...

  • Page 50: 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 51: Secondary Procedures

    • B-Scan page allows you to monitor the time series of data that is received from B-Scan each of the elements in the SC90 transducer. The start sample and the number of samples to be displayed are adjustable. 428858/B...
  • Page 52 BiteActivator Observe that the (Built In Test Equipment) dialog box opens. BITE Related topics Verifying SC90 operation by means of the BITE functionality, page 31 Measuring the BITE noise with the transducer disconnected from the Transceiver Unit, page 39 428858/B...
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