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8011M ACOUSTIC DECK UNIT U S E R H A R D W A R E M A N U A L 0004811_REV_F 9/7/2021 EdgeTech 4 Little Brook Road West Wareham, MA 02576 Tel: (508) 291-0057 Fax: (508) 291-2491 www.EdgeTech.com...
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The information, figures, and specifications in this manual are proprietary. They are issued in strict confidence on condition that they not be copied, reprinted, or disclosed to a third party, either wholly or in part, without the prior, written consent of EdgeTech. Any reproduction of EdgeTech supplied software or file sharing is strictly prohibited.
A T TE N T ION – RE A D TH I S F IR S T ! All personnel involved with the installation, operation, or maintenance of the equipment described in this manual should read and understand the warnings and cautions provided below. CAUTION! This equipment contains devices that are extremely sensitive to static electricity.
H A R DW A R E V A R IA T ION S A N D C OM P A TI B I L ITY The 8011M Acoustic Deck Unit contains both standard and proprietary hardware. At times, EdgeTech may change the standard components due to their availability or performance improvements.
We take pride in the products we manufacture and want you to be entirely satisfied with your equipment. Purpose of this Manual The purpose of this manual is to provide the user with information on the setup and use of EdgeTech’s 8011M. Although this manual encompasses the latest operational features of the unit, some features may be periodically upgraded.
All equipment manufactured by EdgeTech is warranted against defective components and workmanship for a period of one year after shipment. Warranty repair will be done by EdgeTech free of charge. Shipping costs are to be borne by the customer. Malfunction due to improper use is not covered in the warranty, and EdgeTech disclaims any liability for consequential damage resulting from defects in the equipment's performance.
Refer to the RMA number on all documentation and correspondences. All returned materials must be shipped prepaid. Freight collect shipments will not be accepted. All equipment should be adequately insured for shipping, but equipment belonging to EdgeTech must be insured for full value.
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C U STO M E R S E RV I C E Customer service personnel at EdgeTech are always eager to hear from users of our products. Your feedback is welcome and a valuable source of information that we use to improve these products continually.
— for the acquisition of underwater data, including marine, estuarine, and coastal applications — for over 50 years. EdgeTech responds to the needs of the Scientific, Naval, and Offshore communities by providing industry- leading equipment — such as Sub-Bottom Profilers, Side Scan Sonar, Acoustic Releases, USBL Positioning Systems, and Bathymetric Systems —...
S E CT IO N 1: O V E RV I E W EdgeTech’s 8011M Acoustic Deck Unit Transceiver is a portable, rugged topside capable of sending and receiving messages to a deployed system, such as acoustic release units, offered separately.
The specifications for the 8011M Deck Unit and 8012M Transducer are shown in ABLE ABLE 2.1 8011M Deck Box Mechanical Specifications The 8011M is the Deck Unit in the system, with mechanical specifications detailed below: SPECIFICATION VALUE Frequencies Interrogate and Reply frequencies select 7.5 to 15 kHz Transmit 7.5 to 15.0 kHz - Operator adjustable...
2.2 8012M Transducer The 8012M is the Transducer in the system. This transducer is used to communicate commands sent from the 8011M Deck Unit to EdgeTech or other manufacturers' equipment. 2.2.1 8012M Transducer Mechanical Specifications SPECIFICATION VALUE Acoustic frequency 7.5 to 15 kHz...
S ET UP A N D A C T IV A T I ON 3.1 8011M Setup To set up the 8011M: 1. Plug the 8011M into a power source. 2. Open the deck unit by unlatching the cover of the deck unit. Figure 3-1: 8011M Opened Deck Unit...
3. Attach the Model 8012M transducer to the TRANSDUCER connector. It should be fully threaded and finger tightened. Note: The user may need to apply pressure to the connector's back while tightening the locking sleeve. Figure 3-2: 8012M Transducer Installed into the 8011M Deck Unit...
Transducers from these systems can be used with the 8011M. However, the output power is slightly reduced if the shorter (32meter cable) transducer is used. In the current 8011M systems, the connector is an Amphenol. The pin out for the later Amphenol type connector transducer connectors is as follows: DESCRIPTION...
The system must be plugged in and left on for 5 hours to charge the internal battery fully. Depending on usage, the 8011M will run solely on the internal battery for four to six hours.
First-time users are encouraged to read through both portions and use the former as a reference during SECTION 4-3: D future deployments. For optimal results while using the 8011M, please read ETAILED . In addition, the 8011M Should be set up before operation as described in PERATING NSTRUCTIONS SECTION 3: S...
4-11 4.1.1.1 Function Keys The five Keys at the keypad’s top are functional controls used in controlling the Deck Unit. They are described in 4-1. The remaining Keys provide function adjustments and are described in 4-2. ABLE ABLE DESCRIPTION NAME FUNCTION Transducer with an Transmit Power...
2. Press the <CMD> key to send a standard ORE Offshore or EdgeTech command. Then enter the 6- digit command and press <ENT> to send it or <CLR> to modify it, if needed.
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<GRD> key while sending the command. 5. After an EdgeTech/ORE type command has been sent and the first reply is received, the display will graphically indicate the relative receive times of the status reply pings. Press <ENT> to send another command or to exit the listening mode.
1. Press <MENU> and select Range Setup and select Interrogate Frequencies and Reply Frequencies to set the proper interrogate and reply frequencies. The interrogate frequency is the frequency transmitted from the 8011M deck unit, and the reply frequency is the frequency received by the 8011M deck unit.
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8 seconds. 7. The default speed of sound in water used by the 8011M is 1500 meters per second. This can be changed by using the range setup menu. To enter a speed of sound, first press <MENU> select Range Set Up, then More Options.
4.3.1 Menu (<MENU>) The <MENU> key is used to access the setup capabilities of the Model 8011M. In general, when an item is selected in a menu, either that item is chosen or a value will need to be entered or adjusted up and down.
ERVICE After the command is transmitted, and the receive lockout time has passed, the model 8011M goes into “listen” mode, where it waits for replies from the underwater equipment. Upon receipt of the first detection, the display becomes a timeline indicating the detector activity.
4.3.4 Serial Port Operations The model 8011M acoustic deck unit has an RS232 port available. The port can be used to log activity or to control the deck unit remotely. The 8011M serial port is always in logging mode when not in remote control (host mode).
8011M will return an asterisk (*) and listen for a response from the underwater unit. After the first reply is detected, the 8011M will send a question mark (?) and then send either a period (.) or question mark (?) every 250mS. A question mark (?) indicates a valid reply was detected during that 250mS time period, a period (.) indicates nothing was detected.
INxx.x Set transmit freq. (interrogate), xx.x in kHz (07.5 – 15.0, in 250 Hz steps) Interrogate initiation Sets the 8011M to return ranges automatically after receipt of “IN” (default) Do not report ranges automatically Report last range acquired Set output power 0 – 9 (0 is not zero power, it’s the lowest power setting) Set receive sensitivity 0 –...
The Deck Unit is only water-resistant when the cover is closed. 5.1.3 Battery Storage If the 8011M is going to be stored for a prolonged period (over 6 months), the battery pack should, at minimum, be unplugged. However, EdgeTech recommends removing the battery from the unit and stored separately.
2. Lift the Front Panel out of the Pelican Case and place it upside-down on top of the Pelican Case onto a tabletop, taking care not to bend any cables or components. Figure 5-2: The Front Panel Removed from the Pelican Case 8011M ACOUSTIC DECK UNIT 0004811_REV_F...
Figure 5-3: The Battery Connector Location at JP9 4. Remove the [2] Screws from Each side of the battery pack. EdgeTech recommends storing the screws by reinstalling the screws into the Standoffs on the board. Attempting to store the screws with the battery pack may result in them getting lost.
A.1.1 Instructions The 8011M Deck Unit is configured to Benthos mode by going into the command setup menu of the 8011M and selecting the Benthos Command Mode, and then configuring a frequency and repetition code of that mode.
6-25 Figure 6-2: 8011M Benthos Instructions- Benthos Mode Selection Figure 6-3: 8011M Benthos Instructions- Return to Command Menu 3. Press the Command Button on the keypad. The Benthos Command Mode Menu will be displayed. Figure 6-4: 8011M Benthos Instructions- IN BAND Frequency Display...
4. An In-Band Frequency is set but pressing the up and down buttons on the keypad to manipulate the IN BAND kHz frequency value located on the lower-right side of the 8011M digital display. Figure 6-5: 8011M Benthos Instructions- IN BAND Frequency Change Example codes are listed in the table below.
Command Menu display to a second screen where a REPETITION RATE code is set. Figure 6-6: 8011M Benthos Instructions- REPETITION RATE Code Display 6. A REPETITION RATE code is set by pressing the up and down buttons on the keypad to manipulate one letter of the two-character code value located on the bottom right side of the digital display.
132.0 107.0 115.0 104.0 Table 6-2: 8011M Benthos Instructions- Example of Repetition Codes and Rates • The repetition code is the actual repetition rate of the command. The repetition rates, as Benthos lists them (numerically), are not very accurate. The 8011M allows you to scroll thru the available repetition rates by their letter designation using the up/down arrow keys on the keypad.
6-29 Figure 6-8: 8011M Benthos Instructions- IN BAND Frequency and REPETITION CODE Display Press to transmit the Benthos code pulse from an attached transducer.
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