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  • Page 1 REFERENCE MANUAL Simrad CS90 kongsberg.com/simrad...
  • Page 3 Additional end-user documents related to the CS90 system can be found on our website. This includes publications that are translated to other languages. Selected publications are also provided on IETM (Interactive Electronic Technical Manual) formats. • www.kongsberg.com/cs90 442700/A November 2021 © Kongsberg Maritime AS...
  • Page 4 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 your local dealer.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Reference Manual Table of contents ABOUT THIS MANUAL ............15 SIMRAD CS90 ................ 17 Important..........................18 System description ......................19 System diagram........................21 System units ........................23 Display........................23 Processor Unit ......................23 Operating Panel ......................24 Transceiver Unit .....................24 Hull Unit.........................25 Transducer ......................26 Order information ......................28 General safety rules......................29...
  • Page 6 Simrad CS90 Saving the current user settings................73 Defining the ping (transmission) modes..............74 Context-sensitive online help...................75 OPERATING PROCEDURES ............. 76 Getting started........................77 Turning on the CS90 system ..................77 Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the user interface .......78 Turning off the CS90 system..................79 Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters ..........81...
  • Page 7 Reference Manual Reducing propeller noise and interference with the Noise Filter ......115 Reducing bottom and surface reverberation with the RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) function................116 Reducing noise and false echoes with the Ping-Ping Filter ......... 117 Reducing the strong bottom echo to see fish close to the seabed......118 Adjusting the intensity of the echo presentations..........
  • Page 8 Simrad CS90 Selecting the information to appear on the top bar ..........149 Enabling Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) on the bottom bar ......150 Selecting which tooltips to appear in the user interface ........151 Adjusting the backlight intensity on the Operating Panel ........151 Reducing the light emitted from the display presentation........152...
  • Page 9 Reference Manual Setting up input from buoys, fish aggregating devices and other external objects ......................199 Inserting the installation parameters ................202 Inserting the ship origin and dimensions..............202 Inserting the installation parameters for the transducer ........204 Inserting the installation parameters for the motion reference unit (MRU) ......................207 Adjusting the built-in motion sensor offset ............210 Adjusting the stabilization offsets for the external motion sensor .......213...
  • Page 10 Simrad CS90 Record ........................291 Hull Unit.......................292 Information panes overview .................293 Navigational information ..................295 Messages ......................298 Help ........................299 Operating system functions ..................299 Replay bar description ....................301 Sonar views........................303 Presentation modes....................304 Horizontal view ....................305 Vertical view......................312 Inspection view.....................316 Plane view ......................319 Using markers in the CS90 user interface..............322 Place Marker......................323...
  • Page 11 Reference Manual Shortcut menus ......................384 FUNCTIONS AND DIALOG BOXES......... 388 Main menu; Functions and dialog boxes ...............389 User Settings dialog box..................389 Range function .....................392 Gain function ......................393 Tilt function ......................395 Bearing function ....................397 Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes..............401 Operation function....................401 Transmission Mode function ................403 Tx Power function ....................404 Record RAW function ..................405...
  • Page 12 Simrad CS90 Installation dialog box ..................432 About dialog box ....................433 Active menu; Functions and dialog boxes ..............435 TVG function .......................436 Ping-Ping Filter function ..................438 Pulse Type function ....................440 Bandwidth function ....................443 Frequency function....................444 Horizontal TX Sector function ................445 Vertical TX Sector function..................447 Range Projection function ..................448...
  • Page 13 Reference Manual Pages in the Display Options dialog box ...............495 General page......................495 Map Display page....................498 Safety Depth page ....................500 Tooltip page ......................502 Own Ship page .....................503 Vertical View Orientation page ................504 Off Centre page ....................504 Current Flow page ....................506 Pages in the Diagnostics dialog box ................508 Processor page ......................509 Sensors page ......................510 Transceiver page....................
  • Page 14 Simrad CS90 Size Distribution page ..................575 Fish Position page ....................578 Fish Size Adjustment page ...................581 School Mass Adjustment page ................582 CONCEPT DESCRIPTIONS ............ 583 Vessel coordinate system ....................584 Layers and deflections....................586 Temperature and salinity layers................586 Sonar beam deflections..................587 What is sampling?......................588 Acoustic noise........................589...
  • Page 15 Reference Manual Operating Panel environmental requirements (Mk2) ...........610 Operating Panel environmental requirements (Mk3) ...........610 Transceiver Unit environmental requirements ............. 611 Hull Unit environmental requirements..............611 Compass safe distance ....................612 Display compass safe distance ................612 Processor Unit compass safe distance ..............612 Operating Panel compass safe distance (Mk1).............612 Operating Panel compass safe distance (Mk2).............613 Operating Panel compass safe distance (Mk3).............613...
  • Page 16 Simrad CS90 442700/A...

  • Page 17: About This Manual

    About this manual About this manual The purpose of this publication is to provide the descriptions, procedures and detailed parameter explanations required to allow for safe and efficient use of the CS90 system. The publication also provides you with a thorough understanding of the parameters and adjustments provided by the CS90 system.
  • Page 18 , SIMRAD ® and the Simrad ® logo are either registered trademarks, or trademarks of Kongsberg Maritime AS in Norway and other countries. Windows ® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. We want your feedback We always want to improve our products.

  • Page 19: Simrad Cs90

    Simrad CS90 Simrad CS90 Topics Important, page 18 System description, page 19 System diagram, page 21 System units, page 23 Order information, page 28 General safety rules, page 29 Network security, page 30 Support information, page 31 442700/A...

  • Page 20: Important

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Important The CS90 is an advanced product. It is used with other advanced products. There is important information that you need to know. Before you turn on the CS90 system Before you turn on the CS90 system, make sure that you have sufficient water depth...

  • Page 21: System Description

    Simrad CS90, page 17 System description The Simrad CS90 is an omnidirectional high frequency fish finding sonar. The CS90 system is designed for fishing vessels of all sizes, both purse seiners and trawlers. The centre operational frequency is 80 kHz. You can select any operational frequency from 70 to 90 kHz.
  • Page 22 The CS90 system is equipped with the celebrated signal processing software developed by Kongsberg Maritime. This includes Hyperbolic FM (HFM) transmissions. This pulse type is also known as "chirp". It ensures a clutter free picture with very high resolution in range.

  • Page 23: System Diagram

    In this publication, the computer can also be referred to as the Processor Unit, and vice versa. Unless otherwise specified in a contract, the display is not included in the standard delivery from Kongsberg Maritime. This is a commercial item that can be purchased locally. 442700/A...
  • Page 24 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual A choice of hull units is available for the CS90 system. The hull units offer different lowering depths and cable lengths. The same transducer is used on all hull unit types. The same installation trunk is used on all hull unit types.

  • Page 25: System Units

    CS90 system. The number of displays must be chosen to fit the preferences of the crew. Related topics Simrad CS90, page 17 System units, page 23 Processor Unit A dedicated maritime computer is provided. In this publication, the computer can also be referred to as the Processor Unit, and vice versa.

  • Page 26: Operating Panel

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Simrad CS90, page 17 System units, page 23 Installing and maintaining software, page 216 Operating Panel The optional Operating Panel contains all necessary control functions for normal operation of the CS90 system. The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation.

  • Page 27: Hull Unit

    To extend the lifetime of the Transceiver Unit, you must keep the sonar room dry and clean, and with sufficient ventilation. Related topics Simrad CS90, page 17 System units, page 23 Hull Unit The hull unit is used to lower the transducer down below the ship’s hull when the CS90 system shall be used.

  • Page 28: Transducer

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual the transducer. A gate valve is then added to the hull unit installation. By means of a mechanical construction it shuts off the bottom of the installation trunk when the CS90 system is not used. For more information, refer to the end-user documentation provided by the manufacturer.
  • Page 29 • Do not damage the outer protective skin of the transducer face. • Do not step on the transducer cables. • Do not damage the transducer cables. Avoid exposure to sharp objects. Related topics Simrad CS90, page 17 System units, page 23 442700/A...

  • Page 30: Order Information

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Order information To order the CS90 system, or any of the optional items provided with it, contact your local dealer. If you do not have a regular dealer, a list of all our distributors and dealers can be found on our website.Your dealer will also be able to help you with a detailed...

  • Page 31: General Safety Rules

    Simrad CS90 General safety rules Safety is important. The safety precautions must be followed at all times during installation and maintenance work. WARNING The CS90 system operates on 115 VAC and/or 230 VAC at 50/60 Hz. This voltage is lethal! You must never work alone on high-voltage equipment! The hull unit is powered by a 3-phase high voltage.

  • Page 32: Network Security

    The damage done if a remote computer succeeds doing this. Kongsberg Maritime has no information regarding the complete system installation on any vessel. Systems provided by Kongsberg Maritime are regarded as stand-alone offline systems. They are stand-alone even though they may be connected to a network for sensor interfaces and/or data distribution.

  • Page 33: Support Information

    Simrad CS90 Note Kongsberg Maritime will not accept any responsibility for errors and/or damages caused by unauthorized use of or access to the CS90. Related topics Simrad CS90, page 17 Support information If you need technical support for your CS90 system you must contact your local dealer, or one of our support offices.
  • Page 34 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • : Kongsberg Underwater Technology LLC (KUTL) / Simrad Fisheries Company name • : 19210 33rd Ave W, Suite A, Lynnwood, WA 98036, USA Address • : +1 425 712 1136 Telephone • : +1 425 712 1193 Telefax •...
  • Page 35 Simrad CS90 • : +86 21 3127 9888 Telephone • : +86 21 3127 9555 Telefax • www.kongsberg.com/simrad Website • simrad.china@simrad.com Email address Related topics Simrad CS90, page 17 442700/A...

  • Page 36: Getting Started

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Getting started Topics Operating panels, page 35 Starting normal operation, page 52 Basic operating procedures, page 69 Context-sensitive online help, page 75 442700/A...

  • Page 37: Operating Panels

    Getting started Operating panels The optional Operating Panel contains all necessary control functions for normal operation of the CS90 system. The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. 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 38 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Main Switch Power Press this button to turn the CS90 system on and off. Note Before you turn on the CS90 system, make sure that you have sufficient water depth to lower the transducer! You must never turn on the CS90 system when the ship is in dry dock. The transducer may be damaged if it transmits in open air.
  • Page 39 Getting started Place Marker This is the same function as the option on the shortcut menus. Place Marker allows you to create a marker at the current position of the Place Marker cursor. One or more markers can be placed in the view to identify specific echoes.
  • Page 40 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual selection of settings must be available from the dialog box. The User Settings page is located in the dialog box. Operating Panel Installation User Settings Press one of the buttons to apply a predefined user setting. Any user...
  • Page 41 Getting started menu is hidden, it is temporarily shown on the left or right side of the display presentation if you move the cursor to that position. Select Press to make a selection in a menu or dialog box. This corresponds Select to the left button on a normal computer mouse.
  • Page 42 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Off Centre Place the cursor anywhere in the view, right-click and press . The Off Centre function moves the vessel symbol to the selected position. Record Screen Capture Press this button to make a copy of the current display presentation. You can choose either a single screen capture or a sequence with multiple screen captures.
  • Page 43 Getting started keep track of the targets you can use target markers and/or start target tracking. When target tracking is activated, the bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to follow the movements of the tracked target. The tracked target is regarded as an object, and it is identified with a circle and two lines.

  • Page 44: Operating Panel Description (Mk2)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Operating Panel description (Mk2) The CS90 Operating Panel is the most important device for fast and efficient user interface.The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. The controls provided by the Operating Panel are arranged in logical functional groups.
  • Page 45 Getting started use your Operating Panel to control more than two sonars, press Sonar Select repeatedly to select. User Settings Presentation modes On the Mk2 Operating Panel, the four buttons dedicated for user settings or presentation modes are located the top of the panel. To choose which function to apply open the page.
  • Page 46 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Middle Down Use these buttons to lower and hoist the transducer. While the transducer is moving the indicator lamp flashes, and an audible signal is sounded. When the requested position has been reached, the indicator lamp is lit, and the audible signal stops.
  • Page 47 Getting started Position Track A position track permits the CS90 system to automatically control the tilt and bearing based on the movements of your vessel. It locks on a position defined by its latitude, longitude and depth. The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to compensate for the movements of your vessel.

  • Page 48: Operating Panel Description (Mk3)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Operating Panel description (Mk3) The CS90 Operating Panel is the most important device for fast and efficient user interface.The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. The controls provided by the Operating Panel are arranged in logical functional groups.
  • Page 49 Getting started While the transducer is moving the indicator lamp flashes, and an audible signal is sounded. When the requested position has been reached, the indicator lamp is lit, and the audible signal stops. Rotary switches Turn a rotary switch to apply a predefined function. To choose which function to apply open the page.
  • Page 50 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Set Priority Target One marker can be given priority status to identify the object as the most important target or position. If another object has this priority, the status is transferred to the new object. The priority is identified with a "P".
  • Page 51 Getting started Related topics Getting started, page 34 Operating panels, page 35 442700/A...

  • Page 52: Microsoft Xbox Controller Description

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Microsoft Xbox Controller description You can use a Microsoft Xbox Controller to make basic adjustments to the sonar operation. To use the Xbox Controller, simply insert the USB receiver into a vacant USB slot on your Processor Unit. The operating system will recognize the device and automatically load the necessary drivers.
  • Page 53 Getting started The range setting defines from how "far" you want to detect echoes. In other words, you specify the horizontal or vertical distance from the vessel to the outer edge of the search area. Note Even though you can choose a large range value, that does not mean that you can detect your targets on the same range.

  • Page 54: Starting Normal Operation

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Starting normal operation Topics Turning on the CS90 system for normal use, page 52 Getting to know the user interface, page 53 Getting to know presentation modes and views, page 56 Selecting Normal mode to start pinging, page 60...

  • Page 55: Getting To Know The User Interface

    Getting started The dialog box offers progress information. You can monitor the progress as the Transceiver Unit is turned on. A blue circle on the hull unit symbol means that the Processor Unit communicates with the hull unit control circuitry. Once the program has started, observe that the display presentation fills the entire screen.
  • Page 56 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual function provided by the CS90 system allows you to rearrange the Docking Views physical positions of the views, and to change their sizes. A comprehensive menu system allows access to all CS90 system functionality. The menu system is by default located on the right side of the display presentation.
  • Page 57 Getting started Observe the information pane "buttons" on the top bar. The CS90 system offers several information panes to provide additional and detailed data from the presentations. Each information pane is opened and closed from the top bar. Note Information panes are only available for Inspection views. Before you open an information pane, you must first click in an Inspection view to make it "active".

  • Page 58: Getting To Know Presentation Modes And Views

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Getting to know presentation modes and views The display presentation offered by the CS90system presents several views. Different combinations of views are organized in presentation modes. Context The CS90 system presents the echo data in different views. All information from each ping is shown in all the views simultaneously.
  • Page 59 Getting started while the solid line presents the actual tilt. You can change the tilt angle by means of the function on the menu. You can also click on the tilt line in Tilt Main a Vertical view and drag it up and down. •...
  • Page 60 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual This view makes it easy to keep contact with the school. You can determine its size distribution, and monitor the position the school relative to the bottom. The throw side is defined for the fishing gear you have chosen. Under...
  • Page 61 Getting started function controls how fast the echo presentation shall move Horizontal Scroll from right towards left in the Echogram and Inspection views. The speed is controlled by adjusting the number of pixels used to present each ping. A higher speed will update the view faster, but will also reduce the resolution.

  • Page 62: Selecting Normal Mode To Start Pinging

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • When enabled, equidistant horizontal scale lines are drawn in the view to indicate the range. • The function controls how fast the echoes shall travel across Horizontal Scroll the Inspection views. To fully understand how the beams behave in this view, use the Beam Visualization dialog box.

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Radius Of The Search Area

    Getting started can handle the information from each ping, how fast it communicates with external peripherals, or how long time it uses to save data. to Maximum. Tx Power Result The CS90 system is now transmitting acoustic pulses ("pinging") into the water. Related topics Getting started, page 34 Starting normal operation, page 52...

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Echo Sensitivity

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Optionally: Turn the relevant rotary switch to make the adjustment. The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches. The switches are identified with numbers. Each switch can be assigned a function related to range, gain, bearing or tilt.
  • Page 65 Getting started see. However, since you also increase the acoustic noise in the reception, the echo presentations will also show this noise. Too much gain may therefore "distort" the presentation. Comparing the gain function with the volume control on your car radio is not very accurate.

  • Page 66: Changing The Vertical Angle Of The Sonar Beams

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Optionally: Turn the relevant rotary switch to make the adjustment. The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches. The switches are identified with numbers. Each switch can be assigned a function related to range, gain, bearing or tilt.
  • Page 67 Getting started The challenge is to find a tilt that prevents the fish echoes to be "buried" in reverberation and bottom echoes. • If you use a high tilt value (A) the fish are easily disguised by bottom echoes. A strong RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) setting will remove the bottom echoes.

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Horizontal Direction Of The Sonar Beam

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select Tilt Make the necessary adjustment. The following methods can be used to adjust this setting: Select [+] or [-] to choose the requested setting. Place the cursor on the button. Press and hold the left mouse button. Move the cursor horizontally over the button.
  • Page 69 Getting started Note The choice you make is by default only applied to the currently selected (active) view. The active view is identified with a thicker border. A new manually initiated tracked object is automatically given priority status. The priority is identified with a "P". The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to follow the movements of the tracked target.

  • Page 70: Turning Off The Cs90 System

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Open the button and select if you wish to use the chosen setting in all Apply to all the views in the current presentation mode. Related topics Getting started, page 34 Starting normal operation, page 52...

  • Page 71: Basic Operating Procedures

    Getting started Basic operating procedures Topics Selecting the language displayed in the menus and dialog boxes, page 69 Selecting operating frequency for minimum noise, page 70 Hiding the menu system when you do not need it, page 71 Saving single or sequential screen captures, page 72 Saving the current user settings, page 73 Defining the ping (transmission) modes, page 74 Selecting the language displayed in the menus and dialog...

  • Page 72: Selecting Operating Frequency For Minimum Noise

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Selecting operating frequency for minimum noise function is used to control the centre frequency of the acoustic Frequency transmissions (pings). You can select any operational frequency from 70 to 90 kHz. All types of noise matter when you wish to find the best operating frequency.

  • Page 73: Hiding The Menu System When You Do Not Need It

    Getting started Related topics Getting started, page 34 Basic operating procedures, page 69 Frequency function, page 444 Hiding the menu system when you do not need it Unless you need to make frequent changes to the operating parameters, you may want to hide the menu from the display presentation.

  • Page 74: Saving Single Or Sequential Screen Captures

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Saving single or sequential screen captures While using the CS90 system you may wish to make a screen capture to save an instantaneous copy of the current presentation. Each screen capture you make is saved in format on the Processor Unit hard disk.

  • Page 75: Saving The Current User Settings

    Getting started Related topics Getting started, page 34 Basic operating procedures, page 69 Saving the current user settings When you have spent some time working with the CS90 system, you are probably using specific settings that you know are efficient for your purpose. It is a good idea to save these settings.

  • Page 76: Defining The Ping (Transmission) Modes

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Defining the ping (transmission) modes You can easily control how often the CS90 system shall transmit acoustic energy (a ping) into the water. You can disable the transmission altogether, set it to operate as fast as possible, or select a time interval.

  • Page 77: Context-Sensitive Online Help

    Getting started You can also change the value by selecting - and holding - the middle of the button, and move the cursor sideways. Drag the cursor sideways to increase or decrease the value. Release the mouse button when requested value is shown. to Single Ping.

  • Page 78: Operating Procedures

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Operating procedures Topics Getting started, page 77 Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters, page 81 Controlling the gain and range settings, page 90 Using the markers and tracking features, page 100 Improving the recognition of fish and schools using receiver filters, page 112...

  • Page 79: Getting Started

    Operating procedures Getting started Topics Turning on the CS90 system, page 77 Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the user interface, page 78 Turning off the CS90 system, page 79 Turning on the CS90 system To use the CS90 system, you must first turn it on. To turn on the CS90 system use the button on the Operating Panel.

  • Page 80: Lowering And Hoisting The Transducer From The User Interface

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual The program starts up using the same settings as the last time you used it. If these settings are acceptable, continue operation. If you wish to alter any of the settings, see the relevant procedures. To lower the transducer, press on the Operating Panel.

  • Page 81: Turning Off The Cs90 System

    Operating procedures Procedure Make sure that you have sufficient water depth below the keel before you lower the transducer. Select on the top bar to open the dialog box. Hull Unit Hull Unit Control To lower the transducer select Down To hoist the transducer select To move the transducer to its predefined middle position, select Middle...
  • Page 82 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual In the dialog box, select Power Off Power off Exit to Operating System Wait while the CS90 program closes and the Transceiver Unit is turned off. Turn off the display. If required, refer to the instructions provided by the display manufacturer.

  • Page 83: Choosing Operating Mode And Key Transmit Parameters

    Operating procedures Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters Topics Selecting Normal mode to start pinging, page 81 Selecting Replay mode, page 82 Selecting Inactive mode, page 83 Setting up the CS90 system for maximum echo refresh rate, page 84 Transmitting single pings, page 85 Transmitting with fixed-time intervals, page 86 Adjusting the output power to match varying conditions, page 87...

  • Page 84: Selecting Replay Mode

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual to Maximum. Transmission Mode function enables or disables the CS90 transmissions into the Transmission Mode water. If you choose Maximum, the CS90 system will transmit (ping) continuously and as often as possible. This gives you the maximum refresh rate.

  • Page 85: Selecting Inactive Mode

    Operating procedures : The button shows you which file you are replaying. Select the button to Replay File open the dialog box. Replay File : This bar shows you the progress of the replay sequence. If Playback Progress you have chosen to restart the replay file(s) automatically (in a loop), the green indicator starts from left every time the file restarts.

  • Page 86: Setting Up The Cs90 System For Maximum Echo Refresh Rate

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Procedure Open the menu. Operation to Inactive. Operation When the CS90 system is disabled with this function, it will stop. The transmission ("pinging") stops.The current echoes are removed from the display presentation. Related topics Operating procedures, page 76...

  • Page 87: Transmitting Single Pings

    Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters, page 81 Setting up the CS90 system for maximum echo refresh rate, page 84 Transmitting single pings, page 85 Transmitting with fixed-time intervals, page 86 Transmission Mode function, page 403 Transmitting single pings You can set up the CS90 system to transmit a single ping only when you want it.

  • Page 88: Transmitting With Fixed-Time Intervals

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Transmitting with fixed-time intervals You can set up the CS90 system to transmit pings with a fixed time interval. Context to control how often the Transmission Mode CS90 system shall transmit its energy into the water.

  • Page 89: Adjusting The Output Power To Match Varying Conditions

    Operating procedures Adjusting the output power to match varying conditions You are permitted to adjust the output power from the CS90 system. is used to Tx Power control the amount of power that is transmitted with each ping. Context Most users operate the CS90 system with set to Maximum.

  • Page 90: Selecting The Best Operating Frequency

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Selecting the best operating frequency function is used to control the centre frequency of the acoustic Frequency transmissions (pings). You can select any operational frequency from 70 to 90 kHz. All types of noise matter when you wish to find the best operating frequency.
  • Page 91 Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters, page 81 Frequency function, page 444 442700/A...

  • Page 92: Controlling The Gain And Range Settings

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Controlling the gain and range settings Topics Adjusting the gain (echo sensitivity), page 90 Adjusting the TVG (Time Variable Gain) setting, page 92 Adjusting the sonar range, page 93 Expanding the range within the sonar view, page 94...
  • Page 93 Operating procedures reduces the minimum level, and this increases the sensitivity. Only echoes over the minimum level are shown in the echogram (C). Do not confuse this setting with the (Time Variable Gain) setting. Gain During normal operating conditions we recommend that you keep the gain between 15 and 30.

  • Page 94: Adjusting The Tvg (Time Variable Gain) Setting

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Controlling the gain and range settings, page 90 Range function, page 392 Adjusting the TVG (Time Variable Gain) setting When an acoustic pulse is sent through the water, it will gradually lose its energy. The greater the distance between the transducer and the target(s), the greater the loss of energy.

  • Page 95: Adjusting The Sonar Range

    Operating procedures Adjusting the sonar range Some echoes are close, others are further away. It is often necessary to adjust the radius of the search area. On the CS90 system, this is referred to as range. Context The range setting defines from how "far" you want to detect echoes. In other words, you specify the horizontal or vertical distance from the vessel to the outer edge of the search area.

  • Page 96: Expanding The Range Within The Sonar View

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual The following methods can be used to adjust this setting: Select [+] or [-] to choose the requested setting. Place the cursor on the button. Press and hold the left mouse button. Move the cursor horizontally over the button. Release the mouse button when requested value is shown.

  • Page 97: Adjusting The Intensity Of The Echo Presentations

    Operating procedures to expand the range shown in the relevant views to any percentage View Range of the original setting. Range The expansion is made without resizing the echoes using a "zoom" effect. Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Controlling the gain and range settings, page 90 View Range function, page 412 Adjusting the intensity of the echo presentations The effect of the...

  • Page 98: Changing The Tilt

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Changing the tilt In order to detect fish or schools in the water column you may need to change the angle of the sonar beams. The transmitted sonar beams can be tilted electronically. Context The current tilt is shown with a solid line in the Vertical view. In the Horizontal view, the current settings for range, gain and tilt are shown in the top left corner of the view.

  • Page 99: Adjusting The Bearing

    Operating procedures Procedure In a Vertical view, click on the tilt line, keep the mouse button depressed, and drag the line up or down. Optionally: Click in any view to make it active. The active view is identified with a thicker border. Unless you use the Apply to all function, all changes you make will only be applied to this view.
  • Page 100 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • If you use a presentation mode with two horizontal views you can set to two Bearing different values. Both bearing lines are shown in the Horizontal view. Both bearings are shown as continuous lines pointing out from the sonar position. The bearing in Horizontal 1 is shown with a solid line.
  • Page 101 Operating procedures Make the necessary adjustment. The following methods can be used to adjust this setting: Select [+] or [-] to choose the requested setting. Place the cursor on the button. Press and hold the left mouse button. Move the cursor horizontally over the button.

  • Page 102: Using The Markers And Tracking Features

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Using the markers and tracking features Topics Starting a position track, page 100 Starting a target track, page 101 Placing a new marker, page 103 Deleting a marker, page 104 Measuring the size of a school relative to the purse seine, page 104...

  • Page 103: Starting A Target Track

    Operating procedures Procedure Place the cursor over the echo you wish to track. Press on the Operating Panel. Position Track Place the cursor over the echo you wish to track. Right-click to open the shortcut menu. Select Initiate Track Result The marker is shown as a small triangle with or without a short identifying label.
  • Page 104 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual which echoes that shall be classified as targets, and whether you shall start manual or automatic target tracking. The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to follow the movements of the tracked target. The bearing line is automatically locked on the object to reflects its bearing.

  • Page 105: Placing A New Marker

    Operating procedures Related topics Operating panels, page 35 Objects menu, page 374 Shortcut menus, page 384 Operating procedures, page 76 Using the markers and tracking features, page 100 Placing a new marker One or more markers can be placed in the view to identify specific echoes. Each marker is shown as a small triangle with or without a short identifying label.

  • Page 106: Deleting A Marker

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Deleting a marker There are two ways to delete a marker.You can use the shortcut menu, or select Delete menu. Objects Context You can delete a single marker, or multiple markers simultaneously, by selecting Delete in the menu.

  • Page 107: Using Visual Aids During The Purse Seine Catch Phase

    Operating procedures Procedure Position the cursor where you wish to place the circle marker. Press on the Operating Panel. Circle Marker Right-click and select on the shortcut menu. Place Circle Marker The size and location of the marker is defined by the choices you have made with function.
  • Page 108 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual This places a circle marker in the view. The size and location of the marker is defined by the choices you have made with the function. Until you Fishing Gear proceed, the marker follows the movements of the vessel by keeping its relative location to the bow.

  • Page 109: Selecting A Geographical Area For Accurate Target Tracking

    Operating procedures Selecting a geographical area for accurate target tracking When you have an echo you wish to track, the tracking functionality places a geographical area around the object. An invisible area - the tracking area - is created as an acquisition area. In order for the CS90 system to find and lock on the intended target, it needs to be kept within this tracking area.

  • Page 110: Defining The Physical Size Of The Tracking Area

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Using the markers and tracking features, page 100 Defining the physical size of the tracking area, page 108 Tracking Area function, page 421 Tracking Area Setup dialog box, page 474...

  • Page 111: Choosing The Fishing Gear In Use

    Operating procedures Procedure Open the menu. Setup Select on the menu, open the button submenu, and select Tracking Area Setup Tracking Area Setup Make the necessary adjustments. Select to save the selected settings and close the dialog box. Further requirements Use the dialog box to change the size of the predefined area sizes.

  • Page 112: Changing The Fishing Gear Properties To Match Your Own Equipment

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select an option from the list provided. Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Using the markers and tracking features, page 100 Changing the fishing gear properties to match your own equipment, page 110 Using visual aids during the purse seine catch phase, page 105...
  • Page 113 Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Using the markers and tracking features, page 100 Choosing the fishing gear in use, page 109 Using visual aids during the purse seine catch phase, page 105 Fishing Gear function, page 423 Fishing Gear Setup page, page 560 Add Fishing Gear dialog box, page 475 442700/A...

  • Page 114: Improving The Recognition Of Fish And Schools Using Receiver Filters

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Improving the recognition of fish and schools using receiver filters Topics About the receiver filter sequence in the CS90 system, page 112 Reducing noise and reverberation with the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) function, page 113 Reducing propeller noise and interference with the Noise Filter, page 115...

  • Page 115: Reducing Noise And Reverberation With The Agc (Automatic Gain Control) Function

    Operating procedures Note that (Time Varied Gain) and are not filters, but included Gain Display Gain only to illustrate the complete "signal path". Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Improving the recognition of fish and schools using receiver filters, page 112 Reducing noise and reverberation with the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) function, page 113 Reducing propeller noise and interference with the Noise Filter, page 115...
  • Page 116 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual The most practical way to use the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) is to first switch it off. Adjust the echo presentation using the normal gain functionality until you have the best possible result, then activate the AGC.

  • Page 117: Reducing Propeller Noise And Interference With The Noise Filter

    Operating procedures Reducing propeller noise and interference with the Noise Filter Unless you synchronize the transmissions from your other hydroacoustic systems you may have an issue with interference. Even with synchronization activated the noise from other nearby vessels may cause noise. Context is used to minimize the interference from other acoustics systems (sonars Noise Filter...

  • Page 118: Reducing Bottom And Surface Reverberation With The Rcg (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Reducing bottom and surface reverberation with the RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) function When you transmit an acoustic pulse into the water to search for a target, echoes will also be returned from any other objects in the beam. The energy reflected from these "unwanted"...

  • Page 119: Reducing Noise And False Echoes With The Ping-Ping Filter

    Operating procedures • : Use for scattered fish located close to the bottom. This setting uses a slightly different algorithm than the other scattered fish settings. • : Use for scattered fish located close to the bottom. This setting uses a slightly different algorithm than the other scattered fish settings.

  • Page 120: Reducing The Strong Bottom Echo To See Fish Close To The Seabed

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • : Select to disable the filter. The historical information from previous transmissions ("pings") are not used to remove noise and unwanted echoes. • : Select Weak to allow the filter to compare the echoes from the latest two pings.

  • Page 121: Adjusting The Intensity Of The Echo Presentations

    Operating procedures Procedure Click in any view to make it active. The active view is identified with a thicker border. Open the menu. Active Select Bottom Filter Threshold Select a value from the options provided. Select a value Bottom Filter Threshold to control the "strength"...
  • Page 122 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Select the left side of the button to decrease the value. Select the right side of the button to increase the value. Select the middle of the button to open it.If you have a keyboard connected to the CS90 system, type the requested value.

  • Page 123: Recording And Replaying Echo Data

    Operating procedures Recording and replaying echo data Topics Defining the file and folder settings for data recording, page 121 Recording echo data, page 122 Accessing the echo data files to delete, move or copy them, page 123 Selecting Replay mode, page 124 Choosing which echo data file(s) to replay, page 125 Defining the file and folder settings for data recording A useful function of the CS90 system is it ability to record echo data.

  • Page 124: Recording Echo Data

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Procedure Open the menu. Operation Select Output Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number of Output pages selected from the menu on the left side. Select to open the page. File Setup Choose the required settings.

  • Page 125: Accessing The Echo Data Files To Delete, Move Or Copy Them

    Operating procedures Note The data files will normally become very large. If you wish to record large amounts of data, make sure that you have enough space on your hard disk. The CS90 system is not provided with unlimited disk capacity. We recommend that you save the data files to an external storage device.

  • Page 126: Selecting Replay Mode

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select on the right side of the top bar. Minimize From the Windows ® button, right-click to open File Explorer. Start In the file manager utility, locate the folder you defined in the dialog box. File Setup Use the functionality provided by the operating system to delete the files, or to copy or move them to the storage device.

  • Page 127: Choosing Which Echo Data File(S) To Replay

    Operating procedures The replay bar opens automatically. It is positioned directly below the top bar at the top of the display presentation. If you need to select which files to replay, select under the Replay File Operation button. You can also select the large button in the middle of the replay bar. Select to start the playback.
  • Page 128 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Procedure Open the menu. Operation Select to see the available choices. Operation Select to open the dialog box. Replay File dialog box allows you to choose which file(s) to be used for Replay File playback. The files listed were generated automatically during recording. Each file is identified with the time and date it was made.

  • Page 129: Recording And Exporting Processed Echo Data

    Operating procedures Recording and exporting processed echo data Topics Defining the processed data recording parameters, page 127 Recording processed data, page 128 Accessing the processed data files to delete, move or copy them, page 129 Defining the processed data recording parameters The CS90 system allows you to record processed data.

  • Page 130: Recording Processed Data

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select Output Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number of Output pages selected from the menu on the left side. Select to open the page. Processed Data to File Select an output type from the list.

  • Page 131: Accessing The Processed Data Files To Delete, Move Or Copy Them

    Operating procedures previously recorded data. In Replay mode the CS90 system is not able to transmit ("ping"). For this reason, the CS90 system is inactive during playback. • Use on the menu to record processed data. This is only an Record Processed Operation export format.
  • Page 132 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual You need a data storage device. This is typically a large capacity USB flash drive or a small portable hard disk. You can also connect the Processor Unit to a network, and copy the files to a server.

  • Page 133: Capturing The Display Presentation In Image And Video Files

    Operating procedures Capturing the display presentation in image and video files Topics Capturing the display presentation in an image, page 131 Capturing the display presentation using one image for each ping, page 132 Choosing screen capture mode, page 133 Accessing the screen capture images to delete, move or copy them, page 134 Capturing the display presentation in a video file, page 135 Selecting where to save the video files, page 136 Capturing the display presentation in an image...

  • Page 134: Capturing The Display Presentation Using One Image For Each Ping

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note Operating Panel (Mk1): Press to make a screen capture. Record Result Each screen capture you make is saved in format on the Processor Unit hard disk. .jpg The files are located in the following folder:...

  • Page 135: Choosing Screen Capture Mode

    Operating procedures Note Operating Panel (Mk1): Press to make a screen capture. Record Select one more time to stop the sequence. Screen Capture Result In Sequence mode a new screen capture is created for every ping. Each screen capture you make is saved in format on the computer hard disk.

  • Page 136: Accessing The Screen Capture Images To Delete, Move Or Copy Them

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select screen capture mode. In Single mode one screen capture is taken every time you select Screen Capture on the top bar. In Sequence mode a new screen capture is created for every ping. Select to save the chosen settings and close the dialog box.

  • Page 137: Capturing The Display Presentation In A Video File

    Operating procedures Select the CS90 button on the operating system taskbar to restore the display presentation. Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 131 Capturing the display presentation in an image, page 131 Capturing the display presentation using one image for each ping, page 132 Choosing screen capture mode, page 133 Accessing the screen capture images to delete, move or copy them, page 134...

  • Page 138: Selecting Where To Save The Video Files

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 131 Capturing the display presentation in a video file, page 135 Selecting where to save the video files, page 136...
  • Page 139 Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 131 Capturing the display presentation in a video file, page 135 Selecting where to save the video files, page 136 Screen Recording page, page 492 442700/A...

  • Page 140: Setting Up Presentation Modes And Views

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Setting up presentation modes and views Topics Moving a view to another display, page 138 Rearranging the layout of the echo presentations, page 139 Restoring the locations and sizes of the views, page 140 Moving a view to another display Each operating mode is presented with a set of views.

  • Page 141: Rearranging The Layout Of The Echo Presentations

    Operating procedures Rearranging the layout of the echo presentations Each operating mode is presented with a set of views. These are placed at different positions with different sizes. With the function you can move and re-size Docking Views the views in the display presentation. Context The physical location and size of each view can be changed individually.

  • Page 142: Restoring The Locations And Sizes Of The Views

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Restoring the locations and sizes of the views If you have used to rearrange the position and size of your views, you Docking Views must use to restore all the views to their default positions. User Settings...

  • Page 143: Defining The Visual Information In The Sonar Views

    Operating procedures Defining the visual information in the sonar views Topics Selecting true or relative motion behaviour in the views, page 141 Placing data from a sea current sensor in the sonar view, page 142 Adding markers for external objects to the echo presentation, page 143 Selecting true or relative motion behaviour in the views In selected views you can control how the vessel symbol shall "behave"...

  • Page 144: Placing Data From A Sea Current Sensor In The Sonar View

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Placing data from a sea current sensor in the sonar view A current sensor can be connected to the CS90 system. This can for example be an acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP). The information from this sensor is presented in the applicable views.

  • Page 145: Adding Markers For External Objects To The Echo Presentation

    Operating procedures Adding markers for external objects to the echo presentation Position information from external objects such as buoys, fish aggregating devices and other similar items can be imported into the CS90 system. The external objects are shown as hexagonal markers in the echo presentation. Prerequisites A suitable receiver system must be connected to the Processor Unit.

  • Page 146: Using Maps

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Using maps Topics Enabling and disabling the map presentation, page 144 Selecting which map elements to include in the display presentation, page 145 Setting up the presentation of the depth lines in the map, page 145...

  • Page 147: Selecting Which Map Elements To Include In The Display Presentation

    Map Display Select which map elements you want to include. Note These map settings are only valid for WMS (Web Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system. Select to save the selected settings and close the dialog box. Related topics...

  • Page 148: Choosing A Map Provider

    Map Setup Choose map provider, then insert relevant information to make the connection. Only WMS (World Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system are supported. Type the correct URL to make contact with the map server.

  • Page 149: Defining Settings Related To User Preferences And Individual Customizing

    Operating procedures Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing Topics Selecting menu language, page 147 Hiding the menu system, page 148 Placing the menu on the left side of the display presentation, page 149 Selecting the information to appear on the top bar, page 149 Enabling Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) on the bottom bar, page 150 Selecting which tooltips to appear in the user interface, page 151 Adjusting the backlight intensity on the Operating Panel, page 151...

  • Page 150: Hiding The Menu System

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select the language you wish to use. Result All the texts in the user interface are changed to the selected language. The context sensitive on-line help may also be available in your language. To change the language in the on-line help, you may need to restart the CS90 system.

  • Page 151: Placing The Menu On The Left Side Of The Display Presentation

    Operating procedures Placing the menu on the left side of the display presentation The menu system is by default located on the right side of the display presentation. You can move the menu system to the left side of the presentation.The page in the General dialog box controls the location of the menu.

  • Page 152: Enabling Coordinated Universal Time (Utc) On The Bottom Bar

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual In the list, select the information you want to see on the top bar. Top Bar Select to save the selected settings and close the dialog box. Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing, page 147...

  • Page 153: Selecting Which Tooltips To Appear In The User Interface

    Operating procedures Selecting which tooltips to appear in the user interface When you move the cursor over the echoes in the display presentation, small "tooltips" are shown to provide additional information. The page controls which tooltips Tooltip that are shown. Context Several tooltips can be shown in the echo presentation.

  • Page 154: Reducing The Light Emitted From The Display Presentation

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Adjust the background illumination to suit your preferences and the ambient light conditions. To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Select the left side of the button to decrease the value. Select the right side of the button to increase the value.

  • Page 155: Increasing The Visibility Of The Information Panes

    Operating procedures Increasing the visibility of the information panes When you open an information pane, you will see that it is transparent. This transparency allows you to see the echoes behind the pane, but it may also reduce the visibility of the information in it.

  • Page 156: Choosing The Colours Used To Present The Echoes

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select Colour Setup Select the colour palette ("skin") you want to use. At the bottom of the dialog box, select to preview your choice. Apply Select to save the selected setting and close the dialog box.

  • Page 157: Selecting Measurement Units

    Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 76 Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing, page 147 Colour Setup dialog box, page 417 Selecting measurement units The CS90 system is prepared to work with several international standards for units of measurements.

  • Page 158: Configuring The Environmental Parameters

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Configuring the environmental parameters Environmental parameters such as salinity, and sound speed play an important part to present accurate echo data. Use the parameters to define these values. Environment Depending on the current sea and weather conditions, you may need to change these values frequently.
  • Page 159 Operating procedures Procedure Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select to open the Installation...
  • Page 160 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Hull Unit You must specify a maximum speed for the vessel. This speed can match the hull unit specification, or you can choose a lower speed for increased safety. Hull Unit Lowering Maximum depth (m) speed (knots)

  • Page 161: Saving, Retrieving And Handling User Settings

    Operating procedures Saving, retrieving and handling user settings Topics Saving the current user settings, page 159 Choosing previously saved user settings, page 160 Renaming existing user settings, page 161 Deleting user settings that are no longer used, page 162 Choosing factory default settings, page 163 Saving the current user settings When you have spent some time working with the CS90 system, you are probably using specific settings that you know are efficient for your purpose.

  • Page 162: Choosing Previously Saved User Settings

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select to close the dialog box. Related topics Saving, retrieving and handling user settings, page 159 Choosing previously saved user settings User settings that either you or any of your colleagues have saved can easily be retrieved and put to use.

  • Page 163: Renaming Existing User Settings

    Operating procedures Renaming existing user settings An existing user setting can easily be renamed. Context dialog box is used to store your favourite settings. These settings can be User Settings related to different operations, environmental conditions or basic personal preferences. You can use different settings to create as many user profiles as you like, and give them any name.

  • Page 164: Deleting User Settings That Are No Longer Used

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Deleting user settings that are no longer used When you save the user settings, the files you have created are shown on the Saved list. The list may be too long. User settings that you do not need can be deleted.

  • Page 165: Choosing Factory Default Settings

    Operating procedures Choosing factory default settings Sometimes it may be useful to reset the CS90 system to work with a set of known user settings. A set of "factory settings" is provided for this purpose. The factory settings may be put to use if you are uncertain of which values to use. They offer the "best practice"...

  • Page 166: Defining The User-Selected Features On The Operating Panel

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Defining the user-selected features on the Operating Panel Topics Selecting which Operating Panel to use, page 164 Assigning user settings or presentation modes to the Operating Panel, page 165 Assigning functions to the rotary switches on the Operating Panel, page 167...

  • Page 167: Assigning User Settings Or Presentation Modes To The Operating Panel

    Operating procedures Procedure Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select Installation Operating Panel...
  • Page 168 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • On the Mk2 Operating Panel, the four buttons dedicated for user settings or presentation modes are located the top of the panel. • On the Mk3 Operating Panel, the requested user setting or presentation mode is chosen with a single button.

  • Page 169: Assigning Functions To The Rotary Switches On The Operating Panel

    Operating procedures Assigning functions to the rotary switches on the Operating Panel The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches. The Mk3 Operating Panel is fitted with two rotary switches. The switches are identified with numbers. Each switch can be assigned a function related to range, gain, bearing or tilt.

  • Page 170: Assigning Functions To F1, F2 And F3 On The Operating Panel (Mk2)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the menu opens. This dialog box contains a number of Installation pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select...
  • Page 171 Operating procedures The three function buttons are grouped with the button. Screen Capture The following functions can be assigned: Auto Tilt This is an "on/off" function. When Auto Tilt mode is activated the beam will automatically change its tilt angle for each transmission ("ping"). The centre of the tilt sector is defined by the chosen tilt angle just before the Auto Tilt mode is started.
  • Page 172 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the menu opens. This dialog box contains a number of Installation pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select...

  • Page 173: Exporting Sensor Data, Marker Positions And Technical Information

    Operating procedures Exporting sensor data, marker positions and technical information Topics Exporting target markers, page 171 Exporting sensor data to a peripheral system, page 172 Exporting technical information, page 174 Exporting target markers Under normal use, the CS90 system presents several different echoes simultaneously. Some of these are clearly more interesting than others.

  • Page 174: Exporting Sensor Data To A Peripheral System

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select which marker type to export. Select to save the output format. Select to save your choices. Apply If you want to check the communication parameters, select Inspect Port Note You cannot make any changes here. To change the communication parameters, use page.
  • Page 175 Operating procedures sensor information. When activated, the selected sensor information is sent out on the chosen communication port (serial or LAN). The following sensor data can be exported: • Navigation Procedure Open the menu. Setup Select Output Observe that the dialog box opens.

  • Page 176: Exporting Technical Information

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Exporting technical information Exporting technical information from the CS90 system to a hard disk or USB flash drive is often useful. Both during normal use, and perhaps preferably during software and hardware troubleshooting, it can be helpful to share information.

  • Page 177: Maintenance Procedures

    Maintenance procedures Maintenance procedures Topics Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the sonar room, page 176 Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices, page 183 Inserting the installation parameters, page 202 Installing and maintaining software, page 216 Testing the noise conditions and the sonar functionality, page 239 Preventive maintenance, page 255 442700/A...

  • Page 178: Lowering And Hoisting The Transducer From The Sonar Room

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the sonar room Topics Lowering and hoisting the transducer using the Hoist/Lower Switch, page 177 Lowering and hoisting the transducer using the hand crank, page 179 Emergency lowering and hoisting using the two contactors, page 181...

  • Page 179: Lowering And Hoisting The Transducer Using The Hoist/Lower Switch

    Maintenance procedures Lowering and hoisting the transducer using the Hoist/Lower Switch The Operating Panel controls the lowering and hoisting of the transducer. Dedicated buttons are provided for the physical transducer locations. You can also do this from the Motor Control Unit. Local control is useful for maintenance purposes. Prerequisites You need a suitable screwdriver or a large coin to open the...
  • Page 180 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Set the switch to position LOWER. Lowering is automatically stopped when the is activated. Lower Limit Switch If necessary, the transducer can be stopped in any position by setting the to STOP. Hoist/Lower Switch Set the switch to position STOP.

  • Page 181: Lowering And Hoisting The Transducer Using The Hand Crank

    Maintenance procedures Lowering and hoisting the transducer using the hand crank The Operating Panel controls the lowering and hoisting of the transducer. In case of a power failure the transducer can be hoisted or lowered manually by means of a hand crank.
  • Page 182 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual WARNING High voltages are used. This equipment must be serviced only by qualified personnel familiar with high-voltage equipment and the potential hazards involved. Failure to observe this precaution could result in bodily injury. You may be exposed to electric shock. Read and understand the applicable first aid instructions related to electric shock.

  • Page 183: Emergency Lowering And Hoisting Using The Two Contactors

    Maintenance procedures Emergency lowering and hoisting using the two contactors In case of emergency it is possible to bypass the control logic in the Motor Control Unit. You can control the hoisting motor directly using the two designated contactors. Prerequisites You need a suitable screwdriver or a large coin to open the Motor Control Unit cabinet.
  • Page 184 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Open the cabinet door. WARNING High voltages are used. This equipment must be serviced only by qualified personnel familiar with high-voltage equipment and the potential hazards involved. Failure to observe this precaution could result in bodily injury. You may be exposed to electric shock.

  • Page 185: Setting Up The Interfaces To Peripheral Devices

    Maintenance procedures Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices Topics Installing navigation sensors and other sensors, page 183 Defining the serial and Ethernet (LAN) port parameters, page 185 Setting up the input from a navigation system (GPS), page 186 Setting up the interface for speed log input, page 189 Setting up the interface for course gyro input, page 191 Configuring the sensor interface, page 193 Setting up the input from a motion reference unit (MRU), page 195...
  • Page 186 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note Just making changes and selecting at the bottom of the page will not install anything. Select what to install, define the relevant parameters, and then select Procedure Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select...

  • Page 187: Defining The Serial And Ethernet (Lan) Port Parameters

    Maintenance procedures Defining the serial and Ethernet (LAN) port parameters For any sensor interface to work, the communication parameters must be set up correctly. The CS90 software automatically scans the Processor Unit to locate and identify the available communication ports. Once the software has established a list of valid interfaces, you can set up and control the communication parameters.

  • Page 188: Setting Up The Input From A Navigation System (Gps)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Set up the relevant serial or Ethernet (LAN) communication parameters. The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: • : 4800 bit/s Baud rate • Data bits • : Even Parity • Stop bits Some instruments may provide other parameters and/or options. You must always check the relevant technical documentation supplied by the manufacturer.
  • Page 189 Maintenance procedures Context page allows your CS90 system to communicate with external Sensor Installation sensors and systems. You must specify which communication port to use (LAN (Local Area Network) or serial port). You can type a custom name to identify the sensor import. In the list of valid datagram formats, select the format(s) to be accepted by the CS90 system.
  • Page 190 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual 10 Select which datagram(s) you want to import from the sensor. 11 If relevant, specify a dedicated talker ID. 12 Provide the accurate physical location of the sensor (or its antenna) with reference to the vessel’s coordinate system.

  • Page 191: Setting Up The Interface For Speed Log Input

    Maintenance procedures Setting up the interface for speed log input In order to operate correctly, the CS90 system requires input from a speed log. In most cases a suitable sensor is already installed on the vessel. A global positioning system (GPS) with a compatible output format can also be used.
  • Page 192 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select...

  • Page 193: Setting Up The Interface For Course Gyro Input

    Maintenance procedures Setting up the interface for course gyro input In order to operate correctly, the CS90 system requires input from a course gyro. In most cases a suitable course gyro is already installed on the vessel. A global positioning system (GPS) with a compatible output format can also be used.
  • Page 194 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the...

  • Page 195: Configuring The Sensor Interface

    Maintenance procedures 13 Select to save the new sensor interface you have defined. The sensor interface is added to the list on the Installed Sensors Sensor Installation page. 14 At the bottom of the dialog box, select to save your settings. Apply 15 Continue your work in the dialog box, or select...
  • Page 196 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual The CS90 system can communicate with several different sensor types. Use the Sensor page to define which external sensors your CS90 system will import Installation information from. You must also specify which datagram formats to use.

  • Page 197: Setting Up The Input From A Motion Reference Unit (Mru)

    Maintenance procedures Setting up the input from a motion reference unit (MRU) The information from a motion reference unit (MRU) (normally heave, roll and pitch information) is imported into the CS90 system to increase the accuracy of the echo data. The CS90 system is provided with a built-in motion sensor to provide electronic stabilization of the sonar beams.
  • Page 198 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note If you want to use a serial line to interface the motion sensor, and no COM ports are available, you must first release a port on the page. If you choose a serial I/O Setup...

  • Page 199: Setting Up The Cs90 System For Synchronized Operation

    Maintenance procedures Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices, page 183 Motion Reference Unit page, page 534 Setting up the CS90 system for synchronized operation If you want to use the CS90 system as a master or slave in a synchronized system, you must set it up for such operation.
  • Page 200 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the...

  • Page 201: Setting Up Input From Buoys, Fish Aggregating Devices And Other External Objects

    Maintenance procedures Note This delay will only work when the synchronization is set up using a serial port. • Slave In Slave mode, the CS90 system waits for the delay time after the external trigger signal has arrived before transmitting the ping. This is often referred to as a post-trigger.
  • Page 202 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Area Network) or serial port). You can type a custom name to identify the sensor import. In the list of valid datagram formats, select the format(s) to be accepted by the CS90 system. For each relevant sensor you must insert the offset values that define the its physical location relative to the vessel’s coordinate system.
  • Page 203 Maintenance procedures 13 At the bottom of the dialog box, select to save your settings. Apply 14 Continue your work in the dialog box, or select to close it. Installation Further requirements On the left side of the dialog box, select .

  • Page 204: Inserting The Installation Parameters

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Inserting the installation parameters Topics Inserting the ship origin and dimensions, page 202 Inserting the installation parameters for the transducer, page 204 Inserting the installation parameters for the motion reference unit (MRU), page 207 Adjusting the built-in motion sensor offset, page 210...
  • Page 205 Maintenance procedures It is common practice to place the Ship Origin at the same position as the motion reference unit (MRU). This will minimize the vectors when your vessel is moving. Use the vessel drawings to establish the offset values between the basic position of the Ship Origin and the MRU location.

  • Page 206: Inserting The Installation Parameters For The Transducer

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Further requirements You must proceed by defining the locations of the navigation system antenna, the motion reference sensor, and the transducer. These locations are all referenced to the same reference point. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175...
  • Page 207 Maintenance procedures Context Illustrations CS94: This is the alignment angle (±180°) 0° transducer mark As a general recommendation, the hull unit shall be oriented with the hoisting motor pointing aft. If this orientation makes it difficult to access electrical connections, the hull unit may be rotated during its installation to the most suitable direction.
  • Page 208 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Rotation around the z-axis: In the positive vertical direction (down), a positive rotation is clockwise. Reference point (Ship Origin) Procedure Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side.

  • Page 209: Inserting The Installation Parameters For The Motion Reference Unit (Mru)

    Maintenance procedures • If the 0° transducer mark points to the starboard (right) side of the vessel’s centre line, insert the alignment as a number between 0 and +180 degrees. • If the 0° transducer mark points to the port (left) side of the vessel’s centre line (as shown in the illustration), insert the alignment as a number between 0 and –180 degrees.
  • Page 210 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note If you want to use the built-in motion sensor, you do not need to enter any offset values. If the hull unit has been installed with the Motor Control Unit pointing straight aft, you do not need to enter any rotation values. If the unit faces in any other direction you must...
  • Page 211 Do this as accurately as possible. Note ® The Kongsberg Seapath - and other GPS systems - allow you to define the MRU location in the positioning system. If this is done, the MRU offset values in the CS90 system must be set to 0 (zero) to avoid "dual compensation". The rotation angles are normally not recorded by the positioning system.

  • Page 212: Adjusting The Built-In Motion Sensor Offset

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Inserting the installation parameters, page 202 Adjusting the built-in motion sensor offset, page 210 MRU (Motion Reference Unit) page, page 540 Adjusting the built-in motion sensor offset The information from a motion reference unit (MRU) (normally heave, roll and pitch information) is imported into the CS90 system to increase the accuracy of the echo data.
  • Page 213 Maintenance procedures CS94 This is the alignment angle: (±180°) 0° transducer mark 0° motion sensor reference Context As a general recommendation, the hull unit shall be oriented with the hoisting motor pointing aft. If this orientation makes it difficult to access electrical connections, the hull unit may be rotated during its installation to the most suitable direction.
  • Page 214 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Rotation around the z-axis: In the positive vertical direction (down), a positive rotation is clockwise. Reference point (Ship Origin) Procedure Estimate the alignment angle from the bow (vessel’s centre line) to the 0° reference mark for the built-in motion sensor.

  • Page 215: Adjusting The Stabilization Offsets For The External Motion Sensor

    Maintenance procedures Adjusting the stabilization offsets for the external motion sensor The CS90 system is provided with a built-in motion sensor to provide electronic stabilization of the sonar beams. It is placed inside the Motor Control Unit. For improved operational accuracy, an external motion reference unit (MRU) can be used. It is very important that the motion sensor is set correctly with stabilization offset values that are adapted to the physical installation angles of the hull unit.
  • Page 216 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note Do not confuse stabilization offset with installation offset. The installation offset values describe the physical location and orientation of an item, and how this location is related to the vessel's coordinate system. The stabilization offset values describe any misalignments related to the measurements a sensor make.
  • Page 217 Maintenance procedures Select and then to save all the parameters and close the Apply Installation dialog box. Open the menu. Display Select Display Options Select to open the page. General In the list, enable Top Bar Roll Pitch On the top bar, read the roll and pitch values. Write down the values.

  • Page 218: Installing And Maintaining Software

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Installing and maintaining software Topics Installing a new version of the operating software, page 216 Removing the operating software, page 217 Updating the online help system, page 218 Adding online help in a new language, page 220...

  • Page 219: Removing The Operating Software

    Maintenance procedures Download the new software version. Unpack the ZIP file to access the executable application file. Copy the application file to a USB flash drive. Turn on the Processor Unit. Make the following preparations. If applicable: Connect the keyboard and the mouse to USB sockets on the front panel of the Processor Unit.

  • Page 220: Updating The Online Help System

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note The software release note may contain additional details related to the software installation. Context Removal of the software is done using functionality provided by the operating system. Procedure Turn on the Processor Unit. Select to turn off the system.
  • Page 221 Procedure Obtain the new help file. Download the help file from our website to a local computer. • www.kongsberg.com/cs90 Unpack the ZIP file, and place all the files in a folder named HTML Copy the folder to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 222: Adding Online Help In A New Language

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Open the relevant language folder. Rename the existing folder to HTML HTML_Old Copy the entire folder from the USB flash drive to the language folder. HTML Close File Explorer. Restart the CS90 system. Related topics Context-sensitive online help, page 75...
  • Page 223 Maintenance procedures Procedure Obtain the new help file. Download the help file from our website to a local computer. Unpack the ZIP file, and place all the files in a folder named HTML Copy the folder to a USB flash drive. HTML Turn on the CS90.

  • Page 224: Obtaining And Installing A Software License For Additional Functionality

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Obtaining and installing a software license for additional functionality The CS90 system does not need any software licenses to operate. However, specific software license codes "unlocks" additional functionality. Context The software license is a 32 character hexadecimal string based on the hardware identifier ( ).

  • Page 225: Setting Up The Operating Panel (Mk2)

    Maintenance procedures Send the information to one of our dealers or distributors. You can also use the request form on our website, or contact our support department directly. You can use the following e-mail address: • purchase.order@simrad.com Once the software license string(s) have been returned to you (most likely by e-mail), you can install the licenses into the software.
  • Page 226 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • IP Address: 157.237.60.20 • Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 • Gateway: 157.237.60.1 To set up the Ethernet communication, you must define the IP address for the panel, and identify the Processor Unit in the panel software. These settings allow you to use more than one Operating Panel on the Processor Unit.
  • Page 227 Maintenance procedures Write down the information. Close all the dialog boxes. Obtain the MAC address. In the bottom left corner of your desktop, select the looking glass to start a search. Type "Command", do the search, and open the window. Command Prompt Type ipconfig /all and press the key.
  • Page 228 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Observe the default values. If you wish to keep these default values, do nothing. The default values are well suited if you have one single panel communicating with one single Processor Unit. For other configurations, see the relevant procedures.

  • Page 229: Using More Than One Operating Panel To Control The Sonar (Mk2)

    Maintenance procedures Using more than one Operating Panel to control the sonar (Mk2) A secondary Operating Panel may be connected to the Processor Unit. This may be useful in conjunction with a second display if you wish to control the CS90 system from two different locations on your vessel.
  • Page 230 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Procedure Make the following preparations. On the Processor Unit, close any programs that are running, and return to the desktop. Insert the Ethernet switch between the Operating Panel and the Processor Unit. Make sure that you use the correct Ethernet socket on the rear side of the computer: ETH1 Install the secondary Operating Panel.
  • Page 231 Maintenance procedures Double-click the URL shortcut to open the Operating Panel configuration page in the default web browser. Select on the top menu to open the page. SOP Configuration In the field, change the IP Address from the default value to: SOP IP 157.237.60.xx The last digit "xx"...

  • Page 232: Using A Single Operating Panel To Control More Than One Sonar (Mk2)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual When the new IP Address has been set in the Operating Panel, you will loose contact with the configuration page. To re-establish contact, use the following URL in your browser: 157.237.60.xx:5000 Select on the top menu to open the page.
  • Page 233 Maintenance procedures • Ethernet switch Make sure that your selected Ethernet switch has a large bandwidth capacity. Minimum 1 Gb (1000BASE-T) is required. • Ethernet cables It is very important that high-quality Ethernet cables are used. You must use CAT-5E STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) quality or better.
  • Page 234 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Make sure that you use the correct Ethernet socket on the rear side of the computer: ETH1 Connect the power cable from the Ethernet switch to the AC power outlet. Ethernet cables An Ethernet switch connected to ETH1 on the rear side of the Processor Unit can also be used to interface other peripheral systems such as echo sounders and positioning systems.
  • Page 235 Maintenance procedures Obtain the IP address. In the bottom-left corner of your desktop, select the Windows ® button. Start On the menu, select Settings Observe that the dialog box opens. Windows Settings Select Network & Internet Select Change adapter options Select the relevant network adapter, then right-click and select Properties the short-cut menu.

  • Page 236: Updating The Operating Panel Support Applications (Mk2)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Press on the Operating Panel. Sonar Select Make sure that you can control the cursor, and that you can make selections in the menu system. Press and/or turn selected buttons, and make sure that the corresponding function is activated in the user interface.
  • Page 237 Maintenance procedures Procedure On the personal computer: Download the new software version. Unpack the ZIP file to access the executable application file. Copy the application file to a USB flash drive. Make the following preparations. If applicable: Connect the keyboard and the mouse to USB sockets on the front panel of the Processor Unit.

  • Page 238: Updating The Firmware On The Operating Panel (Mk2)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Updating the firmware on the Operating Panel (Mk2) Whenever required the firmware in the Operating Panel can be updated to include new functionality or to correct software errors. Prerequisites The Operating Panel is installed as specified in the Installation manual. The Processor Unit is turned on.
  • Page 239 Maintenance procedures Note If you have previously changed the IP Address on the Operating Panel, you must use this address to open the configuration page. If you use the Processor Unit: Select to turn off the system. Power off In the dialog box, select to close Power Off...
  • Page 240 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Installing and maintaining software, page 216 442700/A...

  • Page 241: Testing The Noise Conditions And The Sonar Functionality

    Maintenance procedures Testing the noise conditions and the sonar functionality Topics Checking the status of the transceiver boards, page 239 Checking the transducer by means of the Diagnostics functionality, page 241 Measuring the noise in passive mode, page 245 Making a noise/speed curve to determine vessel noise, page 247 Measuring flow noise, page 250 Checking the status of the transceiver boards The purpose of the...
  • Page 242 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • : This is an alarm. A closer investigation is required. • : A device monitored by the diagnostic system is disabled. Blue • : No information is available. Grey dialog box and functionality is only provided for performance Diagnostics monitoring.

  • Page 243: Checking The Transducer By Means Of The Diagnostics Functionality

    Maintenance procedures Select to open the page. Transceiver page provides a graphic presentation of the transceiver boards. The Transceiver visual presentation reflects the physical location of the boards in the Transceiver Unit. Only static information is provided. The parameters offer Board Information key information about the supply power to the selected transceiver board, as well as the environmental conditions.
  • Page 244 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • The transducer is retracted to its upper position. • The vessel is berthed or at sea. We recommend that the test is done with the vessel at sea. Caution You must never set the CS90 system to "ping" unless the transducer is submerged in water.
  • Page 245 Maintenance procedures Select Activate Selected Setting Select to apply your changes and close the dialog box. User Settings Make the following preparations. On the menu: Set to 1500 m. Main Range On the menu: Set to Maximum (or any other power rating) Operation Tx Power to start pinging.
  • Page 246 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note For further investigations of this issue, use the functionality offered by the Element (Element Built In Test Equipment) dialog box. BITE If the result from the reception test shows a number of transducer elements that are either defective or offer reduced performance, repeat the test.

  • Page 247: Measuring The Noise In Passive Mode

    Maintenance procedures Measuring the noise in passive mode Low noise is a key factor for high quality and reliable measurements. The performance of the CS90 system 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 CS90 system operates in Passive mode with the transmit pulses disabled.
  • Page 248 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select Activate Selected Setting Select to apply your changes and close the dialog box. User Settings At the bottom of the display presentation, select a suitable presentation mode, and activate the Horizontal view. Make the following preparations.

  • Page 249: Making A Noise/Speed Curve To Determine Vessel Noise

    Maintenance procedures Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Testing the noise conditions and the sonar functionality, page 239 Noise page, page 516 Making a noise/speed curve to determine vessel noise The performance of the CS90 system will always be limited by different noise sources. During this test, noise measurements are done for different vessel speeds.
  • Page 250 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note When the transducer is fully lowered, the speed of the vessel must not exceed the maximum speed permitted for the hull unit. This maximum speed depends on the physical size of the transducer, the mechanical construction of the hull unit, and how far down the transducer has been lowered.
  • Page 251 Maintenance procedures Select to open the dialog box. Diagnostics Select to open the page. Noise Select Start Noise Measurements Repeat for each vessel speed and operating frequency. Ask the bridge to set the speed. If possible, verify the vessel speed on the top bar. Read the noise value from the noise circle.

  • Page 252: Measuring Flow Noise

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Speed/Frequency/Noise Speed Frequency Noise level Sea state: Water depth: Use this table to record the values. Print it out and make multiple copies. Alternatively, you can type the values straight into a spreadsheet. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175...
  • Page 253 Maintenance procedures • If the CS90 system is operated from any other compartment than the bridge, an open two-way oral communication channel with the bridge is required. • Neither tools nor instruments are required. You may however find this equipment useful: –...
  • Page 254 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Illustration: Read the noise value from the noise circle. Use the mean value of the readouts at 0 degrees (straight up). Procedure Make sure that you have sufficient water depth below the keel before you lower the transducer.
  • Page 255 Maintenance procedures Read the noise value from the noise circle. For every knot the speed is reduced, read the noise. (If you find it more convenient, type the data directly into the spreadsheet.) Fill in the result table. When all the measurements have been made, type the data (speed and noise) into a spreadsheet to create the curve.
  • Page 256 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Speed/Frequency/Noise Speed Frequency Noise level Sea state: Water depth: Use this table to record the values. Print it out and make multiple copies. Alternatively, you can type the values straight into a spreadsheet. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175...

  • Page 257: Preventive Maintenance

    Maintenance procedures Preventive maintenance Topics Preventive maintenance schedule, page 256 Requirements for personnel and tools, page 258 Approved anti-fouling paints, page 258 Preventive maintenance procedures, page 261 Accessing the inside of the installation trunk, page 277 442700/A...

  • Page 258: Preventive Maintenance Schedule

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Preventive maintenance schedule In order to secure a long and trouble-free operation of the CS90 system, certain specific preventive maintenance tasks must be done. The tasks are organized in a preventive maintenance schedule. Note Even though a preventive maintenance schedule is provided, the CS90 system must be inspected regularly.
  • Page 259 Maintenance procedures Inspect and clean the Processor Unit. Inspect and clean the Operating Panel. Inspect and clean the Transceiver Unit. Inspect the Hull Unit. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Preventive maintenance, page 255 Preventive maintenance schedule, page 256 Checking the environmental conditions in the sonar room, page 261 Inspecting and cleaning the display, page 262 Inspecting and cleaning the Processor Unit, page 262 Inspecting and cleaning the Operating Panel, page 263...

  • Page 260: Requirements For Personnel And Tools

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Actions to be taken whenever required The hull unit was lubricated as a part of the production process. It was thus provided fully lubricated when delivered to the vessel. Additional lubrication of the hull unit must only take place when required.
  • Page 261 Maintenance procedures – : Safeguard Universal ES Primer Apply 80 µm wet film thickness (50 µm dry film thickness). – : SeaMate M Paint Apply 250 µm wet film thickness (125 µm dry film thickness). • SeaQuantum Ultra S – : Safeguard Universal ES Primer Apply 80 µm wet film thickness (50 µm dry film thickness).
  • Page 262 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Online information The list can also be found on our website. 442700/A...

  • Page 263: Preventive Maintenance Procedures

    Maintenance procedures Preventive maintenance procedures Topics Checking the environmental conditions in the sonar room, page 261 Inspecting and cleaning the display, page 262 Inspecting and cleaning the Processor Unit, page 262 Inspecting and cleaning the Operating Panel, page 263 Inspecting and cleaning the Transceiver Unit, page 264 Visual inspection of the hull unit, page 265 Visual inspection of the installation trunk, page 266 Inspecting and cleaning the transducer face, page 267...
  • Page 264 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Take the necessary corrective actions if the environmental conditions are poor. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Preventive maintenance, page 255 Preventive maintenance schedule, page 256 Preventive maintenance procedures, page 261 Environmental requirements, page 609 Inspecting and cleaning the display To ensure long and trouble-free operation of the display, it must be inspected and cleaned at regular intervals.
  • Page 265 Maintenance procedures To ensure long and trouble-free operation of the Processor Unit it must be inspected and cleaned at regular intervals. Prerequisites No special tools are required for this task. You will however need a commercially available mild detergent and a lint free cloth. Procedure Make sure that the unit is kept clean and dry.
  • Page 266 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Remove dust and salt water residue with a soft cloth moistened in fresh water. Use a mild detergent. Note Do not use strong solvents. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Preventive maintenance, page 255 Preventive maintenance schedule, page 256...
  • Page 267 Maintenance procedures Visual inspection of the hull unit Regular inspections of the hull unit is required to make sure that it operates properly. Prerequisites Neither tools nor instruments are required. You will however need a commercially available mild detergent and a lint free cloth. Two persons are needed to do the task.
  • Page 268 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Visual inspection of the installation trunk All surfaces that are in contact with seawater are exposed to marine growth (biological fouling). This includes the hull plating, the blister and the installation trunk. Marine growth inside the installation trunk can damage the transducer. Excessive marine growth on the hull plating close to the transducer can cause noise.
  • Page 269 Maintenance procedures Note Do not direct high-pressure water or sandblasting spray towards the transducer. This will damage the transducer beyond repair. Apply anti-fouling paint. Make sure that the inside of the installation trunk is properly protected with coating. Use the hand crank to hoist the transducer. While hoisting, make sure that you have ample space between the transducer and the inside wall of the installation trunk.
  • Page 270 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Context During normal use, the transducer is subjected to biological fouling. If this marine growth is excessive, it will reduce the overall performance of your system. Whenever opportunity arise, typically when the vessel is dry-docked, the transducer face must be cleaned for shells and other marine growth.
  • Page 271 Inspect it closely for any signs of dents, cracks, fractures or holes. If you find suspicious damage, take high resolution photos that show the damage, and contact Kongsberg Maritime support for advice. Hoisting the transducer Turn the crank until the transducer is fully retracted.
  • Page 272 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Preventive maintenance, page 255 Preventive maintenance schedule, page 256 Approved anti-fouling paints, page 258 Preventive maintenance procedures, page 261 Painting the transducer face Marine growth (biological fouling) on the transducer face reduces the performance. We recommend that you paint the transducer face immediately after installation, and then again as often as required to maintain the protection.
  • Page 273 The anti-fouling paint will reduce the acoustical performance of the transducer. The surface roughness of the transducer substrate and the thickness of the paint may also influence the performance. Kongsberg Maritime cannot be held responsible for any negative consequences of the anti-fouling paint.
  • Page 274 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Do not exceed a surface roughness (R ) of 35 microns as this can influence the transducer performance. Remove all dust. Apply the primer, and let it dry. Apply the paint. Observe the instructions provided by the paint manufacturer. Use airless spray.
  • Page 275 If the sacrificial anodes need to be replaced, you will need the necessary spare items as well as mounting materials. Contact your local dealer or distributor, or the Kongsberg Maritime support organization, for spare parts. • : 629-204660 Kongsberg Maritime part number •...
  • Page 276 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 175 Preventive maintenance, page 255 Preventive maintenance schedule, page 256 Preventive maintenance procedures, page 261 Accessing the inside of the installation trunk, page 277 Lubricating the hoisting spindle The hoisting spindle is positioned between the gantry and the transducer shaft. The top of the transducer shaft is mounted to the hoisting spindle with a lifting clamp.
  • Page 277 Manufacturer’s website • : 654-079835 Kongsberg Maritime part number Context The hull unit was lubricated as a part of the production process. It was thus provided fully lubricated when delivered to the vessel. During normal conditions, the lubricant applied will last for a long period of time. Additional lubrication of the hull unit must only take place when required.
  • Page 278 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Consider whether it is necessary to add grease to the transducer shaft sleeve. Adding grease to the transducer shaft sleeve is only required if the shaft is dry, or if water forces its way up along the shaft.

  • Page 279: Accessing The Inside Of The Installation Trunk

    Maintenance procedures Accessing the inside of the installation trunk Topics Accessing the installation trunk by lowering the transducer, page 277 Accessing the installation trunk by lifting the hull unit, page 279 Accessing the installation trunk by lowering the transducer To do a visual inspection of the inside surface of the installation trunk you need access. Access is also required to inspect and or replace the sacrificial anodes.
  • Page 280 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Procedure Make sure that the CS90 system is turned off. Make sure that you have sufficient height between the hull and the dry dock floor. Lowering the transducer Use a spanner to open the door on the Motor Control Unit.
  • Page 281 Maintenance procedures Turn the crank until the transducer is fully lowered. Hoisting the transducer Turn the crank until the transducer is fully retracted. Loosen the brake release screw to engage the motor brake. Check with the hand crank to ensure that the motor brake is engaged. Remove the hand crank from the stub shaft, and mount it in its storage position in the Motor Control Unit.
  • Page 282 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Context The upper parts of the hull unit include the mechanical gantry, the hoist motor, the hoisting spindle and the Motor Control Unit. The transducer shaft is supported by the gantry, and penetrates the mounting flange. The transducer cable is placed inside the transducer shaft.
  • Page 283 Maintenance procedures Note Make sure that you do not damage the transducer or any of the cables. Watch the hull unit carefully during the lift to prevent the delicate parts from being damaged, stuck or hooked on to protruding objects. Remove the rubber gasket to protect it.
  • Page 284 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Visual inspection of the installation trunk, page 266 Inspecting and replacing sacrificial anodes, page 273 442700/A...

  • Page 285: User Interface

    User interface User interface Topics User interface familiarization, page 284 Top bar, page 286 Replay bar description, page 301 Sonar views, page 303 Using markers in the CS90 user interface, page 322 About target tracking, page 332 About position tracking, page 334 Information panes, page 338 Bottom bar, page 347 442700/A...

  • Page 286: User Interface Familiarization

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual User interface familiarization By default, the display presentation covers the entire screen. The display presentation provided by the CS90 system consists of specific visual elements that work together. The visual elements provide you with the echo information you need, they help you to control the functionality needed to understand this information, and finally, they allow you to control the operational parameters.
  • Page 287 User interface Information panes The CS90 system offers several information panes to provide additional and detailed data from the presentations. The information panes are opened and closed from the top bar. You can change the appearance of the information panes to suit your preferences.

  • Page 288: Top Bar

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Top bar Topics Top bar overview, page 286 Logo and product name, page 288 Menu, page 288 Screen Recording, page 289 Screen Capture, page 290 Record, page 291 Hull Unit, page 292 Information panes overview, page 293...
  • Page 289 User interface Screen Recording function allows you to record and save the echo presentation Screen Recording as a video file. Select on the top bar to start and stop the recording. Screen Recording Screen Capture Select to make a copy of the entire display presentation. Screen Capture Record indicator shows you when recording is active.

  • Page 290: Logo And Product Name

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Messages By flashing, shows you that the CS90 system has issued a message. The Messages colour of the triangle reflects the severity of the most serious message. Select to open the dialog box. Messages Help is located on the right side of the top bar. Select this button to open the Help context sensitive on-line help.

  • Page 291: Screen Recording

    User interface Description Unless you need to make frequent changes to the operating parameters, you may want to hide the menu from the display presentation. This gives you more space for echo information. To hide the menu, select on the top bar. To retrieve the menu, select Menu Menu more time.

  • Page 292: Screen Capture

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related functionality Screen Recording page Use the page to define where the video files are saved. This Screen Recording page is located in the dialog box. This dialog box is opened from the Output menu. Operation...

  • Page 293: Record

    User interface Record A useful function of the CS90 system is it ability to record echo data. Use the raw data recording functionality provided by the CS90 system to save echo data using the *.raw format. You can save the data to the hard disk, or onto an external storage device. The data files can be played back on the CS90 system.

  • Page 294: Hull Unit

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual System Protection page protection stops the recording automatically when the transducer is Recording hoisted to its upper position. The function stops the recording automatically Timer when the specified time has elapsed. This page is located in the...

  • Page 295: Information Panes Overview

    User interface Information panes overview The CS90 system offers several information panes to provide additional and detailed data from the presentations. The information panes are opened and closed from the top bar. The information panes are only available when an Inspection view is "active". Before you open an information pane, you must first click in an Inspection view to make it "active".
  • Page 296 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics User interface, page 283 Top bar, page 286 442700/A...

  • Page 297: Navigational Information

    User interface Navigational information The navigational information is located in the middle of the top bar. To choose which information to be displayed on the top bar, use the functions in the Top Bar Display dialog box. The dialog box is located on the menu.
  • Page 298 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description If a positioning sensor (GPS) is connected to the CS90 system, the top bar can show you the vessel's geographical position in longitude and latitude. Note The information shown on the top bar must not be used for vessel navigation.
  • Page 299 User interface Prerequisites To see this information on the top bar, you must enable it by using the functions Top Bar in the dialog box. Select to open the page. The Display Options General Display Options dialog box is located on the menu.

  • Page 300: Messages

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Motion read-outs (roll and pitch) When enabled, the navigational information on the top bar includes the vessel’s current roll and pitch movements. Prerequisites To see this information on the top bar, you must enable it by using the...

  • Page 301: Help

    User interface Related topics User interface, page 283 Top bar, page 286 Help is located on the right side of the top bar. Help Description Select this button to open the context sensitive on-line help. The help system opens on its start page.
  • Page 302 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Maximize Normalize Use this function to change the size of the application window. To restore the window to its previous size, select it one more time. Power Off dialog box offers two options. One is to turn off the entire system, Power Off the other is to only close the CS90 program.

  • Page 303: Replay Bar Description

    User interface Replay bar description During replay, the dedicated replay bar is shown immediately under the top bar. The replay bar allows you to retrieve saved files, and to control the playback. How to open is set to Replay. The replay bar is opened automatically when Operation Description All playback is controlled by the replay bar.
  • Page 304 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual the recording parameters have been defined, you can start recording by clicking the red circle on the button, and stop it by clicking the left rectangle. Record RAW located on the menu. Operation 442700/A...

  • Page 305: Sonar Views

    User interface Sonar views Topics Presentation modes, page 304 Horizontal view, page 305 Vertical view, page 312 Inspection view, page 316 Plane view, page 319 442700/A...

  • Page 306: Presentation Modes

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Presentation modes All echoes offered by the CS90 system are shown in rectangular views. Combinations of these views are organized in presentation modes. Each presentation mode offered by the CS90 system provides a selection of views in a predefined pattern. You must first find the presentation mode that meets your operational requirements, then you can change the size of the individual views.

  • Page 307: Horizontal View

    User interface Horizontal view The Horizontal view presents the 360 degrees area around your vessel from a bird’s eye view. The current bearing is shown with a solid line pointing out from the vessel position. How to open At the bottom of the display presentation, select a suitable presentation mode, and activate the Horizontal view.
  • Page 308 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual function adds markers to the history line. These markers Minute Markers indicate how far you have sailed in the last few minutes. The position (bearing and distance) and depth of the cursor location is shown in the lower right corner of the view.
  • Page 309 User interface • If you use a presentation mode with two vertical views you can set the Bearing function to two different values. Both bearing lines are shown in the Horizontal view. The bearing for the Vertical view is shown with a solid line. The bearing for the Vertical 2 view is shown with a dotted line.
  • Page 310 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Horizontal TX Sector Vertical TX Sector Horizontal swath: This is the horizontal TX sector in a horizontal swath. This is the vertical TX sector in a horizontal swath. Horizontal Tx Sector function allows you to control whether the...
  • Page 311 User interface Markers The course and speed of the latest marker is found in the lower right corner of the view. The values are calculated based on the last two markers you placed and the time between each placement. Relevant information about a priority target can be found in the lower left corner of the view.
  • Page 312 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual : Use this setting to present the direction in which the ocean current is flowing. : Use this setting to present the direction from which the ocean current is From coming. Observe the inverted arrows. Minute Markers In order to maintain a visual presentation of your vessel’s previous movements,...
  • Page 313 User interface Inspection view Certain presentation modes place the Inspection and Horizontal views together. The echo presentation in the Inspection view resembles the echogram you see on an echo sounder. The Inspection view can be regarded as an "echo sounder" with an adjustable direction.

  • Page 314: Vertical View

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Vertical view The Vertical view is oriented perpendicularly to the horizontal plane. The view shows you a "vertical slice" of the echo data. The direction of the slice is the same as the current bearing. The area covered by the vertical beam is shown as a triangle in the Horizontal view.
  • Page 315 User interface function controls the horizontal direction of the Vertical view and the Bearing inspection beam. If you use a presentation mode with two vertical views you can set the Bearing function to two different values. Both bearing lines are shown in the Horizontal view.
  • Page 316 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Horizontal TX Sector Vertical TX Sector This is the vertical TX sector in a vertical swath. This is the horizontal TX sector in a vertical swath. Horizontal Tx function controls Sector the "width" of the transmission.
  • Page 317 User interface Related topics Sonar views, page 303 442700/A...

  • Page 318: Inspection View

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Inspection view The CS90 system offers an inspection beam. The inspection beam is presented using an Inspection view. You can train and tilt the beam independent of the beams displayed in the other views. You can use the Inspection view to study single fish, schools and bottom conditions in detail.
  • Page 319 User interface Although the presentation of the echoes is most important in this view, it also contains a number of other objects. These provide you with additional functionality, as well as information that is useful or important while using the CS90 sonar system. Bearing The echo data is taken from the current bearing and tilt.
  • Page 320 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual page offers a range of "on/off switches". Each tooltip is presented in Tooltip the list, and you can enable or disable each of them independently. This page is located in the dialog box. The dialog box is...

  • Page 321: Plane View

    User interface Plane view The Plane view presents the echo data in a horizontal sector ("fan"). The sector direction can be changed in both vertical and horizontal directions. The current tilt is shown with dotted lines in the view. Two types of dotted lines are used to distinguish between port and starboard side of the sector.
  • Page 322 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Tilt The current settings for range, gain and tilt are show in the lower left corner of the view. The current tilt is shown with dotted lines in the view. Two types of dotted lines are used to distinguish between port and starboard side of the sector.
  • Page 323 User interface Related topics Sonar views, page 303 442700/A...

  • Page 324: Using Markers In The Cs90 User Interface

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Using markers in the CS90 user interface Under normal use, the CS90 system presents several different echoes simultaneously. Some of these are clearly more interesting than others. It can be a challenging task to tell these echoes apart. It can also be hard to keep track of the different echoes as both echoes and your own vessel move.

  • Page 325: Place Marker

    User interface Place Marker function allows you to create a marker at the current position of the Place Marker cursor. Each marker is shown as a small triangle with or without a short identifying label. You can also place a marker by pressing the button on the Operating Panel.
  • Page 326 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual You can delete a single marker, or multiple markers simultaneously, by selecting Delete in the menu. If you use on the shortcut menu you can only remove Objects Delete Marker one marker at a time. Place the cursor on the marker you wish to delete.
  • Page 327 User interface There are two ways to give a marker priority status. Place the cursor on the marker you wish to give priority status. Right-click to open the shortcut menu. Select Set Priority Marker Open the menu. Objects In the object list, select the object line to activate the control buttons for that particular object.

  • Page 328: Target Markers

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Manual tracking You can initiate manual tracking by placing multiple markers on your target echo as it moves in the view. The course and speed of the latest marker is found in the lower right corner of the view. The values are calculated based on the last two markers you placed and the time between each placement.
  • Page 329 User interface Note If you change the tilt or bearing settings manually the priority status is lost. The CS90 system will still attempt to track the target, but the tilt and bearing settings are not adjusted. The priority is identified with a "P". The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to follow the movements of the tracked target.

  • Page 330: Circle Marker

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual menu provides additional functionality. Objects • Select the check box on the left side of the object to mark it for deletion, or to save it. • Select the object line to activate the control buttons, and to retrieve information about the object.

  • Page 331: Own Ship Marker

    User interface Deleting a marker To delete the circle marker, press on the Operating Panel, or right-click to Circle Marker select on the shortcut menu. Remove Circle Marker Related topics Using markers in the CS90 user interface, page 322 Own Ship Marker Select to add a square symbol to the vessel’s current position in Place Own Ship Marker...

  • Page 332: Gear Symbol

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Objects menu menu provides a list of all current objects. This includes all types of objects Objects including those classified as targets. menu provides additional functionality. Objects • Select the check box on the left side of the object to mark it for deletion, or to save it.
  • Page 333 User interface A rectangular marker is placed in the view, and marks the position where the purse seine was shot. The circular marker is disconnected from the vessel movements, and acts as a guideline for your manoeuvring. The history line shows the movements of your vessel.

  • Page 334: Rulers

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Rulers Select on the shortcut menu to measure the relative distance and bearing Place Ruler between two echoes in the view. Place the cursor over the first echo. Right-click to open the shortcut menu, then select .
  • Page 335 User interface To start target tracking: Place the cursor over the echo you wish to track. Press on the Operating Panel. Target Track Place the cursor over the echo you wish to track. Right-click to open the shortcut menu. Select Initiate Track The tracked target is regarded as an object, and it is identified with a circle and two lines.

  • Page 336: About Position Tracking

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Right-click to open the shortcut menu. Select Delete Marker Open the menu. Objects In the list of objects, check the box for the object you wish to delete. Check to select all the markers in the list.
  • Page 337 User interface In this context, the phrase marker is used to identify a visual symbol placed in the display presentation. Placing a marker on an echo identifies the echo as "interesting". It is regarded as an object that you can act upon. Further classification of this echo as a target must be done manually.
  • Page 338 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual The position track locks on a position defined by its latitude, longitude and depth. The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to compensate for the movements of your vessel. The bearing line is automatically locked on the object to reflects its bearing.
  • Page 339 User interface menu provides additional functionality. Objects • Select the check box on the left side of the object to mark it for deletion, or to save it. • Select the object line to activate the control buttons, and to retrieve information about the object.

  • Page 340: Information Panes

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Information panes Topics Biomass information pane description, page 339 Size Distribution information pane description, page 341 Fish Position information pane, page 344 Zoom information pane, page 346 442700/A...

  • Page 341: Biomass Information Pane Description

    User interface Biomass information pane description The Biomass information pane displays an index of the biomass in the in the current Inspection view. The biomass index is the value, or Nautical area scattering coefficient (NASC), measured with unit m /nmi How to open Before you open an information pane, you must first click in an Inspection view to make it "active".
  • Page 342 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note If you have other echo sounders or sonars running asynchronous with the CS90 system, these other systems may cause interference. The CS90 system may detect and measure the transmit pulses from other hydroacoustic systems, and these pulses have an effect on the biomass calculations.

  • Page 343: Size Distribution Information Pane Description

    User interface Size Distribution information pane description The Size Distribution information pane presents a histogram with the echoes from single fish. The calculations are based on the fact that different fish species have different echo strength. The histogram presents the actual size of the fish by weight, length or echo strength (shown in dB).
  • Page 344 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual logarithm of the reflected intensity (I ) at one metre from the fish, divided by the intensity which strikes the fish, i.e. the incident intensity (I ), i.e. 10 log I Use the page to define the properties for the histogram shown in the Size Distribution Size Distribution information pane.
  • Page 345 User interface Reset size You may have manually changed the physical size of the information pane. To reset the information pane to its default size, select the button in its top Reset size right corner. Setup Select to open the dialog box.

  • Page 346: Fish Position Information Pane

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Fish Position information pane The Fish Position information pane shows the position of the detected single fish echoes. The three circles in the information pane identify the operational frequencies. The echoes are seen from above. The colours indicate the echo strength.
  • Page 347 User interface You can easily change the physical size and shape of each information pane. Click in its lower right corner, and drag to a new size. To reset the information pane to its default size, select the button in its top Reset size right corner.

  • Page 348: Zoom Information Pane

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Zoom information pane The Zoom information pane allows you to magnify a chosen area of the current Inspection view. How to open Before you open an information pane, you must first click in an Inspection view to make it "active".

  • Page 349: Bottom Bar

    User interface Details Area Pinned to Vessel to control the behaviour of the zoom function. When Area Pinned To Vessel the rectangular zoomed area is established, it can either follow the echoes while it moves towards the left, or it can stay put. •...
  • Page 350 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description Presentation modes Each presentation mode offered by the CS90 system provides a selection of views in a predefined pattern. By default, the views are arranged automatically in the presentation. Click on the view border, hold the button depressed, then drag the border to create a smaller or larger rectangle.
  • Page 351 User interface Related topics General page, page 495 442700/A...

  • Page 352: Menu System

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Menu system Topics About the menus and menu buttons, page 351 Using the “smart” menu buttons, page 352 Main menu, page 354 Operation menu, page 356 Display menu, page 359 Setup menu, page 363 Active menu, page 369...

  • Page 353: About The Menus And Menu Buttons

    Menu system About the menus and menu buttons To select operating parameters on the CS90 system, use the menu system. The menus are organized in a tree structure with a main menu, a set of secondary menus, and several menu buttons. The menus are organized in a tree structure with a main menu and a secondary menu.

  • Page 354: Using The "Smart" Menu Buttons

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Using the “smart” menu buttons Each menu provided by the CS90 system contains several menu buttons. Each button shows the purpose of the button. Some of them also display the current setting. Depending on the properties of each individual button, several methods can be used to change settings.
  • Page 355 Menu system Choosing a setting with the keyboard Place the cursor on the button. Select the button to open the text field. Type a numerical value. If the value exceeds the permitted range, the frame turns red. Type a new value within the accepted range.

  • Page 356: Main Menu

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Main menu menu is located at the top of the menu structure. It offers the most common Main functions for efficient use of the CS90 system. Unless you hide the entire menu system, menu is visible at all times, even if you close the secondary menus.
  • Page 357 Menu system operational environment, such as water temperature, salinity, interference and layers in the water column. Gain The purpose of the function is to adjust the echo level in the display Gain presentations. By adjusting the gain you can control how much amplification the CS90 system applies to the received echoes.

  • Page 358: Operation Menu

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Operation menu menu allows you to control the operating mode, the recording Operation functionality, and how the CS90 system transmits audio pulses ("ping") into the water. How to open Select the icon. Operation The icon is located under the menu.
  • Page 359 Menu system Tx Power to increase or decrease the output power. The output power is Tx Power selected from predefined steps. Record RAW allows you to record the unprocessed echo data received by the Record RAW transducer. You can save the data to the hard disk, or onto an external storage device.
  • Page 360 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Relay Output The CS90 system allows you to export the same sensor data that was originally imported. This can "reuse" the same information on other systems. page is used to set up and control this export functionality.

  • Page 361: Display Menu

    Menu system Display menu menu provides basic functions related to the screen behaviour and Display presentation of the echo data. Use the menu to control the visual aspects of the Display system, and to show or hide various elements in the presentation. How to open Select the icon.
  • Page 362 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Cosmetics Use the functions on the menu to turn "cosmetic" elements in the sonar Cosmetics presentation on or off. The majority of the functions are on/off buttons to enable or disable "cosmetic" elements in the sonar views. This function is not available in all the views.
  • Page 363 Menu system appear when you move the cursor over the echo information. The dialog box is organised in pages grouping parameters for different parts of the application. The following pages are provided: General page in the dialog box controls the location of General Display Options the menu.
  • Page 364 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual function shows you the speed and direction of the water Current Vector current under your vessel. One or more arrow are drawn to or from the vessel symbol to indicate the properties of the sea currents.

  • Page 365: Setup Menu

    Menu system Setup menu menu provides basic functions related to the installation parameters and the Setup communication with peripheral systems. How to open Select the icon. Setup The icon is located under the menu. Select the Main icon one more time to close the menu. Description Only brief descriptions are provided.
  • Page 366 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Functions and dialog boxes Tracking Area Use the function to define the size of the area that you want to Tracking Area detect moving objects in. An invisible area - the tracking area - is created as an acquisition area.
  • Page 367 Menu system Beam Visualization With the various beams provided by the CS90 system, it may be difficult to understand the concepts. How do these beams "behave" in the water? The beam visualization feature simulates how the acoustic beams cover the seabed and the water column.
  • Page 368 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Installation Before you use the CS90 system you must set it up to communicate with the relevant peripherals. This includes the transducer. Use the dialog box Installation to set up all interfaces with external devices, and to set up basic parameters related to installation and operation.
  • Page 369 Menu system Synchronization The purpose of the parameters is to set up the CS90 Synchronization system to operate alone, or as a master or slave in a synchronized system. Synchronization is required in order to avoid interference if the CS90 system is used simultaneously with other hydroacoustic instruments within the same frequency range.
  • Page 370 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual previously saved user settings. These settings can be related to different operations, environmental conditions or basic personal preferences. By default, information about the current range, bearing and tilt will not be saved. On the page, tick the box to include range, bearing User Settings Setup and tilt information the next time you save the user settings.

  • Page 371: Active Menu

    Menu system Active menu menu offers parameters related to current views and data presentations Active provided by the CS90 system. How to open Select the icon. Active The icon is located under the menu. Select the Main icon one more time to close the menu. Description Only brief descriptions are provided.
  • Page 372 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual loss of energy. (Time Variable Gain) compensates for the loss of acoustic energy due to geometric spread and absorption. Ping-Ping Filter analyses the historical information from previous consecutive Ping-Ping Filter pings in order to remove unwanted noise and interference from the echo presentation.
  • Page 373 Menu system the visibility of schools. It may however also remove scattered fish from the presentation. Bottom Filter Threshold The CS90 system provides a bottom filter to reduce the sometimes powerful echo from the seabed. This filter is useful if you try to find fish close to the bottom.A higher numerical value increases the filter efficiency and reduces the bottom echo accordingly.
  • Page 374 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Horizontal Axis The echo presentations in the Inspection views resemble the echograms you see on an echo sounder. The echoes travels from right towards left across the echogram presentation. Use the to choose the horizontal Horizontal Axis scale of the echogram.
  • Page 375 Menu system Related topics Menu system, page 350 Active menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 435 Pages in the Echogram dialog box, page 567 Pages in the Information Pane Options dialog box, page 575 442700/A...

  • Page 376: Objects Menu

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Objects menu menu is - in spite of its name and location - not a menu at all. This "menu" Objects opens a small view to monitor and control the objects you have defined in the sonar views.
  • Page 377 Menu system Objects list Once an echo has been provided with a marker in the display presentation it is regarded as an object. The table at the top of the menu shows you all the Objects objects that are currently identified with markers. Each marked object is listed with the following information: •...
  • Page 378 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • : This function is not implemented on the CS90 system. To External • : Select to save the currently selected objects to a file. The file To File To File name is built automatically using date and time information.
  • Page 379 Menu system In the list of objects, select an object on which you have started target tracking. One field presents the acceleration of the tracked target. The Signal to Noise ratio (SNR) gives the strength of the tracked target relative the noise floor defined by the reference cell in the CFAR filter.

  • Page 380: Visual Objects Menu

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Visual Objects menu menu controls which graphical elements that are shown in the Visual Objects different views. These graphic elements include markers, vectors and targets that are tracked. The majority of the functions are "on/off" buttons to enable or disable these graphic elements in the various views.
  • Page 381 Menu system Use this function to find the object sizes that fit your preferences. This may for example depend on your physical distance from the screen. The choice you make is saved with the user settings. Bottom Profile For each ping transmitted for a vertical view, the CS90 system offers bottom detection functionality.
  • Page 382 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Track History When you start a target track, a dedicated marker is used to identify the object you are tracking. Each marker is shown as a small circle with or without a short identifying text. In most cases, the target will move and continuously change its position relative to your own vessel.
  • Page 383 Menu system page allows you how to present the direction of the sea current. Current Flow This page is located in the dialog box. Display Options For this functionality to work, a current sensor must be connected to the CS90 system.

  • Page 384: Cosmetics Menu

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Cosmetics menu Use the functions on the menu to turn "cosmetic" elements in the sonar Cosmetics presentation on or off. How to open Select to open the menu. Cosmetics is located on the menu. The function...
  • Page 385 Menu system range is shown next to the circle. To change the range, left-click on the circle and drag to requested diameter. You can use to manually define a range. VRR Range The variable range ring can be used for any type of distance measurement relative to the sonar.

  • Page 386: Shortcut Menus

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Shortcut menus Shortcut menus provide additional functionality for operation. How to open Right-click in the view to open the shortcut menu. Description To make a choice, right-click in the view and select the relevant option on the shortcut menu.
  • Page 387 Menu system Place Marker function allows you to create a marker at the current position Place Marker of the cursor. Each marker is shown as a small triangle with or without a short identifying label. Delete Marker allows you to delete a marker from the current view. Select Delete Marker Delete Marker...
  • Page 388 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • Press on the Operating Panel. — Gear • Right-click and select on the shortcut menu. Show Gear Symbol This places a circle marker in the view. The size and location of the marker is defined by the choices you have made with the function.
  • Page 389 Menu system Ship To Centre Select to move the own ship symbol back to the centre of the view. Ship to Centre This function is typically used when you have used the Set New Ship Centre function to move the ship symbol away from the centre of the view. Reset Ship Centre This function is useful when you need to "reset"...

  • Page 390: Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Functions and dialog boxes Topics Main menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 389 Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 401 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 409 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 421 Active menu;...

  • Page 391: Main Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Functions and dialog boxes Main menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu is located at the top of the menu structure. It offers the most common Main functions for efficient use of the CS90 system. Unless you hide the entire menu system, menu is visible at all times, even if you close the secondary menus.
  • Page 392 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description dialog box User Settings is used to store your favourite settings. These settings can be related to different operations, environmental conditions or basic personal preferences. You can use different settings to create as many user profiles as you like, and give them any name.
  • Page 393 Functions and dialog boxes Saved Settings "Saved settings" are those created and saved by you and other users. Each setting is identified by its name, as well as the time and date it was created. These settings may be deleted or renamed. You can save an unlimited number of profile settings, only limited by the size of the hard disk.

  • Page 394: Range Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual If you do not have a computer keyboard connected to your CS90 system, select button to open an on-screen keyboard. Keyboard Related functionality User Settings Setup page On the page, tick the box to include range, bearing and tilt User Settings Setup information the next time you save the user settings.By default, information about...

  • Page 395: Gain Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Note Even though you can choose a large range value, that does not mean that you can detect your targets on the same range. The range value only defines the range that is shown in the views. Actual target detection will always depend on the operational environment, such as water temperature, salinity, interference and layers in the water column.
  • Page 396 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual presentations will also show this noise. Too much gain may therefore "distort" the presentation. The setting is by default only applied to the active view. It is identified with a thick border. You may wish to adjust the gain on all the views of the same type. To do this, click the...

  • Page 397: Tilt Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Tilt function function allows you to control the vertical angle of the sonar beams. Tilt Specifications • : –10 to +60 degrees Horizontal views • : 0 to +90 degrees Vertical views • : –10 to +90 degrees Plane view •...
  • Page 398 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual With the various beams provided by the CS90 system, it may be difficult to understand the concepts. How do these beams "behave" in the water? By means of a graphic presentation, the dialog box attempts to give you a better Beam Visualization understanding of how the acoustic beams are transmitted into the water.

  • Page 399: Bearing Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Select either side of the button to choose a value. Select the middle of the button to open it. If you have a keyboard connected to the CS90 system, type the requested value. Sector to set the size (in degrees) of the vertical tilt sector in Auto Tilt mode. Select Sector Select either side of the button to choose a value.
  • Page 400 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description function controls the horizontal direction of the Vertical view and the Bearing inspection beam. The current bearing applied to the Horizontal view is shown with a solid line pointing out from the sonar position. • The bearing for the Vertical view is controlled by the bearing in the Horizontal view.
  • Page 401 Functions and dialog boxes Auto This is an "on/off" function. Set this function to On to start the automatic search function. In the Auto Bearing mode the CS90 system will automatically search within defined sector limits. The sector is identified in the view using two angular symbols.
  • Page 402 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual page is used to assign functionality to the programmable buttons. Operating Panel This page is located in the dialog box. Installation Microsoft Xbox Controller This function can also be controlled from a Microsoft Xbox Controller connected to the Processor Unit.

  • Page 403: Operation Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Functions and dialog boxes Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu allows you to control the operating mode, the recording Operation functionality, and how the CS90 system transmits audio pulses ("ping") into the water. How to open Select the icon. Operation The icon is located under the menu.
  • Page 404 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual How to open This function is opened from the menu. Operation Description The CS90 system offers several operating modes. • Inactive mode is provided to pause the operation temporarily. • Normal mode allows the CS90 system to transmit ("ping") through the water, and to receive the echoes.

  • Page 405: Transmission Mode Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Transmission Mode function allows you to control how often the CS90 system shall transmit Transmission Mode acoustic energy (ping) into the water. For normal use, choose Maximum. If you choose Maximum, the CS90 system will transmit (ping) continuously and as often as possible. This gives you the maximum refresh rate.

  • Page 406: Tx Power Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 401 Tx Power function to increase or decrease the output power. The output power is selected Tx Power from predefined steps.

  • Page 407: Record Raw Function

    Functions and dialog boxes To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Select the left side of the button to decrease the value. Select the right side of the button to increase the value. You can also select the middle of the button to open a small menu with the options available.
  • Page 408 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Select the red circle on the right side of the button. Record RAW Open the button and select On. Record RAW Select the black rectangle to stop recording. indicator on the top bar will switch to red colour when recording is active.

  • Page 409: Record Processed Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Related topics Recording and replaying echo data, page 121 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 401 Replay File dialog box, page 460 Record Processed function function allows you to record the processed echo data received by Record Processed the transducer.

  • Page 410: Output Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual To faster control, select the right or left side of the button. To start recording, select the red circle on the right side of the button. To stop recording, select the black rectangle. Related topics Recording and exporting processed echo data, page 127 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Operation menu;...

  • Page 411: Display Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Functions and dialog boxes Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu provides basic functions related to the screen behaviour and Display presentation of the echo data. Use the menu to control the visual aspects of the Display system, and to show or hide various elements in the presentation. How to open Select the icon.

  • Page 412: Visual Objects Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Docking Views function, page 419 Visual Objects function is an "on/off" button used to open the menu. Visual Objects Visual Objects How to open is located on the menu. Visual Objects Display Description menu controls which graphical elements that are shown in the Visual Objects different views.

  • Page 413: Motion Function

    Functions and dialog boxes disable "cosmetic" elements in the sonar views. The function is not available for the Inspection views. Note Before you can change the settings related to a view, you must click inside the view to activate it. The changes you make are by default only valid for the active view. Related topics Cosmetics menu, page 382 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388...

  • Page 414: Transparency Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Transparency function When you open an information pane, you will see that it is transparent. This transparency allows you to see the echo data behind the pane, but it may also reduce the visibility of the information in it. The transparency can be adjusted.

  • Page 415: Display Gain Function

    Functions and dialog boxes adjusted to the chosen setting. For example, if you set the range to 500 metres, the Range outer range of the view is also limited to 500 m. In some situations you may wish to expand the range in the sonar presentations. Use View to expand the range shown in the relevant views to any percentage of the original Range...

  • Page 416: Panel Backlight Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Controlled Gain) and (Automatic Gain Control). The is applied at the Display Gain end of the filter sequence in the CS90 system. This means that you can use Display Gain if you are not completely satisfied with the results of the automatic gain functionality.

  • Page 417: Colour Threshold Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Description Adjust the background illumination to suit your preferences and the ambient light conditions. To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Select the left side of the button to decrease the value. Select the right side of the button to increase the value.

  • Page 418: Screen Brightness Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual By reducing the number of colours you will therefore remove the weakest echoes from the presentation. This causes the filtering effect. Since most echoes are weak when the range is long, the filter effect will reduce the detection range.

  • Page 419: Display Options Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Display Options dialog box dialog box is used to specify basic settings for the sonar presentation. Display Options The pages in the dialog box are described in a separate structure. How to open This dialog box is opened from the menu.
  • Page 420 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description The settings in the dialog box Colour Setup are organized in three groups. • The function is used to select the Palette overall colour theme ("skin") used in the display presentation. • Under , choose the colour Echo Colours scale you wish to use.

  • Page 421: Docking Views Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Docking Views function Each presentation mode offered by the CS90 system provides a selection of views in a predefined pattern. These are placed at different positions with different sizes. With the function you can move and re-size the views in the display presentation. Docking Views How to open This function is opened from the...
  • Page 422 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Setting up presentation modes and views, page 138 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 409 442700/A...

  • Page 423: Setup Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Functions and dialog boxes Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu provides basic functions related to the installation parameters and the Setup communication with peripheral systems. How to open Select the icon. Setup The icon is located under the menu. Select the Main icon one more time to close the menu.
  • Page 424 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Illustration: Each option controls the distance Tracking Area from the inner to the outer radius of the area. The width of the area is fixed, and stretches across a predefined number of beams. This means that the actual width depends on the distance from your vessel to the area.

  • Page 425: Fishing Gear Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Fishing Gear function By defining the type of fishing gear you are using, the CS90 system may provide more accurate visual presentations. How to open This function is opened from the menu. Setup Description function allows you to define the size of your trawl or purse seine. Fishing Gear Accurate fishing gear properties are important for the following functionality: •...

  • Page 426: Fish Select Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Fish Select dialog box The Size Distribution information pane presents a histogram with the echoes from single fish. The calculations are based on the fact that different fish species have different echo strength. The echo strength also depends on the operating frequency you use. For various reasons, the fish sizes presented in the Size Distribution information pane may be inaccurate.

  • Page 427: Language Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Description In order to obtain accurate position readings, it is very important that the sound speed through the water is set correctly. Several parameters are required to calculate the correct sound speed value. If these parameters are not known to you, use the default value 1494 m/s.

  • Page 428: Dead Reckoning Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing, page 147 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 421 Dead Reckoning function function is used to improve the position of the track line relative to Dead Reckoning the actual position of the drifting fishing gear.

  • Page 429: Stabilization Function

    Functions and dialog boxes To draw the track line use the settings on the page. The page is Track Line Track Line located in the dialog box. The dialog box is located on Display Options Display Options menu. Display function adds markers to the track line. These markers indicate Minute Markers how far you have sailed in the last few minutes.

  • Page 430: Screen Captures Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Details Roll Offset To compensate for any sensor misalignment, provide an offset value. Select [—] on the left side to decrease the value, or select [+] on the right side to increase. Pitch Offset To compensate for any sensor misalignment, provide an offset value. Select [—] on the left side to decrease the value, or select [+] on the right side to increase.

  • Page 431: Beam Visualization Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Observe on the top bar. Select to make a copy Screen Capture Screen Capture of the entire display presentation. You can also use the button on the Operating Panel. Screen Capture Note Operating Panel (Mk1): Press to make a screen capture.

  • Page 432: Diagnostics Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Prerequisites You must have a computer mouse with two control buttons and a scroll wheel. You can also use the Operating Panel. Description The beam visualization feature simulates how the acoustic beams cover the seabed and the water column.

  • Page 433: Export Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes • : Status is OK. No actions are necessary. No indicator • : This is a warning. A closer investigation is recommended. Yellow • : This is an alarm. A closer investigation is required. • : A device monitored by the diagnostic system is disabled. Blue •...

  • Page 434: Installation Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description Exporting technical information from the CS90 system to a hard disk or USB flash drive is often useful. Both during normal use, and perhaps preferably during software and hardware troubleshooting, it can be helpful to share information. The...

  • Page 435: About Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes How to open This dialog box is opened from the menu. The page can also be opened Setup I/O Setup from the dialog box. Output Description This dialog box contains a number of pages selected from the menu on the left side. Note When you work in the dialog box, you must always select...
  • Page 436 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description If you wish to find the latest software version for the CS90 system, check our website. • www.kongsberg.com/simrad Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 421 442700/A...

  • Page 437: Active Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Functions and dialog boxes Active menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu offers parameters related to current views and data presentations Active provided by the CS90 system. How to open Select the icon. Active The icon is located under the menu. Select the Main icon one more time to close the menu.

  • Page 438: Tvg Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Horizontal Scroll function, page 457 Vertical Reference function, page 457 Echogram dialog box, page 458 Information Pane Options dialog box, page 459 TVG function (Time Variable Gain) compensates for the loss of acoustic energy due to geometric spread and absorption.
  • Page 439 Functions and dialog boxes The CS90 system allows you to choose your own compensation. You can choose any value from 0 Log R to 40 Log R. If you choose 0 Log R the TVG compensation is disabled. Some experimentation may be required to find the compensations that fit your purposes for individual catch and environmental conditions.

  • Page 440: Ping-Ping Filter Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual When a school of fish covers the whole acoustic beam cross section, the received echo will increase with range simply because the acoustic beam cross section increases with range. The received echo increases according to r , where r is now the radius of the acoustic beam.
  • Page 441 Functions and dialog boxes • : Choose Medium to compare the echoes from the latest four pings. For the Medium current echo to be shown, it must be present in all of these pings. • : Select Strong to allow the filter to compare the echoes from the latest eight Strong pings.

  • Page 442: Pulse Type Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Pulse Type function function allows you to select the "shape" of the transmitted pulses Pulse Type ("pings"). Different shapes have different qualities. Which pulse type to use depends on the current environmental conditions, your range to the target(s) and the type and speed of the target(s) you are observing.
  • Page 443 Functions and dialog boxes • Frequency modulated transmissions may provide a more stable echo presentation. You may see an increase in target detection because noise and reverberation are reduced. • HFM (Hyperbolic Frequency Modulation) pulses are less sensitive to Doppler. These pulses may be a better choice for fast moving targets.
  • Page 444 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual and the highest frequency in each transmission is referred to as bandwidth. The selected bandwidth will be distributed equally on both sides of the centre frequency. Example If the chosen operating frequency is 80 kHz, and you set the bandwidth to 3 kHz, the frequency range in the transmission starts on 77 kHz and ends on 83 kHz.

  • Page 445: Bandwidth Function

    Functions and dialog boxes For CW (Continuous Wave) transmissions: • Long pulses provides longer detection range. They make the CS90 system less sensitive for noise, but offer lower range resolution. • Short pulses provides shorter detection range. They make the CS90 system more sensitive for noise, but offer higher range resolution.

  • Page 446: Frequency Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual You can adjust the bandwidth to very low values. These values will reduce the resolution in the beam direction, but also increase the range. Some users find it useful to use a smaller bandwith to reduce noise.They will typically use it to remove propeller noise from other vessels in the vicinty.

  • Page 447: Horizontal Tx Sector Function

    Functions and dialog boxes If you select different centre frequency for each view, you will reduce the risk of interference between them. If you operate in the close vicinity of other vessels that are also using a CS90 system - or another sonar system operating within the same frequency range –...
  • Page 448 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note The options provided by this function depend on your current active view. If the value in a horizontal swath is smaller than its maximum Horizontal TX Sector function. In the Horizontal view value, the centre of the sector is defined by the Bearing the transmit sector is shown as a triangle originating from the vessel symbol.

  • Page 449: Vertical Tx Sector Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Vertical TX Sector function function is used to change the vertical opening angle in horizontal Vertical Tx Sector and vertical swaths. Specifications • Horizontal swath – Maximum: Wide – Other options: Narrow, Normal, Wide, Auto • Vertical swath –...

  • Page 450: Range Projection Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual This is the horizontal TX sector in a horizontal swath. This is the vertical TX sector in a horizontal swath. This is the vertical TX sector in a vertical swath. This is the horizontal TX sector in a vertical swath.

  • Page 451: Agc (Automatic Gain Control) Function

    Functions and dialog boxes How to open This function is opened from the menu. Active Description Use the function to control how the distance to a target is measured in a Range Projection horizontal view. This is a "selector" function. Target Select Slant range to measure the distance...
  • Page 452 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description The AGC (Automatic Gain Control) function adjusts the gain using an image processing algorithm. This processing depends on the strength of the echo signal. The image is analysed to identify reverberation and echoes. Based on the analysis the weak echoes are amplified, while the strong echoes are weakened.
  • Page 453 Functions and dialog boxes Bottom Filter Noise Filter (1) Gain & TVG (Time Variable Gain) Noise Filter (2) AGC (Automatic Gain Control) RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Display Gain Ping-Ping Filter Note that (Time Varied Gain) and are not filters, but included Gain Display Gain only to illustrate the complete "signal path".

  • Page 454: Rcg (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) function (Reverberation Controlled Gain) function removes unwanted reverberation from the bottom and or from the sea surface. It may however also remove scattered fish from the presentation. How to open You open this function from the menu.
  • Page 455 Functions and dialog boxes Bottom Filter Noise Filter (1) Gain & TVG (Time Variable Gain) Noise Filter (2) AGC (Automatic Gain Control) RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Display Gain Ping-Ping Filter Note that (Time Varied Gain) and are not filters, but included Gain Display Gain only to illustrate the complete "signal path".

  • Page 456: Bottom Filter Threshold Function

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Scattered Use for scattered fish. This setting uses a slightly different algorithm than the other scattered fish settings. Use for scattered fish. This setting uses an algorithm dedicated for higher bandwidth. Use for schools. This setting uses an algorithm dedicated for higher bandwidth.

  • Page 457: Noise Filter Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Noise Filter function removes unwanted acoustic noise from the display presentation. It Noise Filter reduces the interference from other acoustic systems (sonars and echo sounders), as well as the noise from the propellers. How to open You open this function from the menu.
  • Page 458 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Bottom Filter Noise Filter (1) Gain & TVG (Time Variable Gain) Noise Filter (2) AGC (Automatic Gain Control) RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Display Gain Ping-Ping Filter Note that (Time Varied Gain) and are not filters, but included...

  • Page 459: Horizontal Scroll Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Horizontal Scroll function function controls how fast the echoes shall travel across the Horizontal Scroll Inspection view. Prerequisites The function is only available when an Inspection view is active. How to open You open this function from the menu.

  • Page 460: Echogram Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Prerequisites The function is only available in the Vertical views. How to open This function is opened from the menu. Active Description • Select Water Column to see the entire vertical view. • Select Surface to remove the bottom part of the vertical view.

  • Page 461: Information Pane Options Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Note The dialog box is only available when an Inspection view is active. To activate a view, click in it. The active view is identified with a thicker border. Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Active menu;...

  • Page 462: Secondary Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Secondary functions and dialog boxes Topics Replay File dialog box, page 460 Recording dialog box, page 462 LAN Port Setup dialog box, page 464 Serial Port Setup dialog box, page 466 Add Serial Port dialog box, page 468...
  • Page 463 Functions and dialog boxes Description A useful function of the CS90 system is it ability to record echo data. You can save the data to the hard disk, or onto an external storage device. The dialog box Replay File allows you to choose which file(s) to be used for playback. dialog box allows you to add one or more files to a list of active files Replay File for playback.

  • Page 464: Recording Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Loop Select if you want the CS90 to play back all the files in the list in an Loop Files endless loop. The replay will run until you stop it in the replay bar, or choose a different operational mode.
  • Page 465 Functions and dialog boxes we suggest that you keep this dialog box open until you have collected information about the catch. Select to add information. You can insert information about catch and bycatch, Advanced and provide details about species, weight and size. You can also add comments. The comments are saved in a separate text file in the same folder as the raw data files.

  • Page 466: Lan Port Setup Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual File Setup page You can select the disk and folder for the files, the maximum file size, and a prefix for the file names. This page is located in the dialog box. This dialog Output box is opened from the menu.
  • Page 467 Functions and dialog boxes The settings in the dialog box are only provided to define the actual communication parameters. You can not select which inputs or outputs to use. However, you must set up these communication parameters before you select input or output datagrams. All navigation and motion sensors are connected using the page.

  • Page 468: Serial Port Setup Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Remote Port is important if you want to export information from the Processor Remote Port Unit to a peripheral device on the local area network (LAN). If you want to use point-to-point communication in a closed network, set the remote IP address manually.
  • Page 469 Functions and dialog boxes Description A serial port is a serial communication interface that is still very common between maritime systems. It is very important that any serial line between the CS90 system and any external system is setup correctly with identical parameters at each end.

  • Page 470: Add Serial Port Dialog Box

    The first time the Processor Unit is turned on after a CS90 system software installation, it will automatically do a search to find available serial ports. Since the Processor Unit was provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the delivery, you can only use the ports that were fitted by the manufacturer.

  • Page 471: Port Monitor Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes If you have added new hardware, you must also allow the CS90 system to use the new port(s).. Select under the list of serial ports on the page. First select the I/O Setup port in the list, then select You can give your new serial port a more descriptive name in the dialog Serial Port Setup...
  • Page 472 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description dialog box Port Monitor provides one text box for incoming messages ( Rx Data and one for outgoing messages ). Use these boxes Tx Data and your knowledge of the data communication to investigate the datagrams.

  • Page 473: Messages Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes If you wish to change your attention to a different serial or LAN port, you can choose the communication port here instead of returning to I/O Setup Related topics Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices, page 183 I/O Setup page, page 481 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Secondary functions and dialog boxes, page 460...
  • Page 474 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Message types Errors These errors are fatal. Operation of the CS90 system cannot continue. You need to turn off the CS90 system and attempt a restart. System alarms These are messages related to the operation of the CS90 system, or to major software components.
  • Page 475 Functions and dialog boxes Delete Delete All Select to remove the currently selected message, or to remove all Delete Delete All messages of the current type. Acknowledge Acknowledge All Select to accept the currently selected message, or Acknowledge Acknowledge All accept all new messages of the current type.

  • Page 476: Tracking Area Setup Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Tracking Area Setup dialog box Use the function to define the size of the area that you want to detect Tracking Area moving objects in. An invisible area - the tracking area - is created as an acquisition area.

  • Page 477: Add Fishing Gear Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Note To track a target efficiently, the area should be as small as possible. For example, use a small area if you track single fish or small schools. However, if the target is large, or moves very fast, a larger area may be beneficial.

  • Page 478: Auto Configuration Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Auto Configuration dialog box function is used to change the vertical opening angle in horizontal Vertical Tx Sector and vertical swaths. If you select Auto, the sector is defined by the current range. Use dialog box to define for which ranges the...

  • Page 479: New Marker Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Retracting the transducer to a middle position may be useful if you use the CS90 system simultaneously with other sonars. A higher position will permit you to increase the vessel speed. If you operate in very shallow waters, you may also reduce the risk of hitting bottom.

  • Page 480: Power Off Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Secondary functions and dialog boxes, page 460 Power Off dialog box The operating system functions are located on the right side of the top bar. Minimize are provided. You must always close the CS90...

  • Page 481: Pages In The Output Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Pages in the Output dialog box A key function of the CS90 system is its ability to export data. The purpose of the dialog box is to collect all functionality related to data output in one easily Output accessible location.
  • Page 482 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description settings control how and where the recorded files are saved on the hard File Setup disk, or on an external storage device. By adding a prefix to the file names you can identify the files you have recorded during a specific survey. You can also define a maximum size of the files.

  • Page 483: I/O Setup Page

    Functions and dialog boxes CS90 system is not provided with unlimited disk capacity. We recommend that you either save the data files to an external storage device, or use a network disk. Current File Size The current file size is displayed during data recording. Related functionality Record indicator on the top bar shows you when recording has been...
  • Page 484 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description The CS90 software automatically scans the Processor Unit to locate and identify the available communication ports. Once the software has established a list of valid interfaces, you can set up and control the communication parameters.
  • Page 485 Functions and dialog boxes Resource The Processor Unit can have several serial ports. This is the identification of the communication port. The serial ports are normally named COM1, COM2 and so on. Baud Rate This is the current baud rate specified for the serial line. The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: •...
  • Page 486 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual is the default setting. If you want to use point-to-point communication in a closed network, set the remote IP address manually. Remote Port is important if you want to export information from the Remote Port Processor Unit to a peripheral device on the local area network (LAN). The application on the peripheral device will "listen"...

  • Page 487: Processed Data To File Page

    Functions and dialog boxes device. Select one of the listed ports and then under the table to set up the port Setup parameters. A dedicated dialog box opens for you to change or accept the settings. The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: •...
  • Page 488 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual How to open This page is located in the dialog box. To open, select it on the menu. Output Operation Description Select the output type from the list, and then where to save the files. Select save your choices.
  • Page 489 Functions and dialog boxes • Select to delete the output. Remove • Select to change the settings. Edit • Select to add a new output. Output Select the file format you want to export. Current Output Folder This text box shows you the file path that is currently used to store the data files. Select to choose a different output folder to store the files.

  • Page 490: Marker Output Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Edit Once an output type has been defined, it is listed in the box on Installed Outputs the left side of the page. To edit the settings of a specific output, select it in the box, and then select...
  • Page 491 Select which datagram format(s) to export. MDS (Measured Data Shoal) Simrad MDS is a proprietary datagram format created by Kongsberg Maritime. It contains the location, bearing and depth of a tracked target. All information is presented relative to your own vessel. All data are related to the tracked target.

  • Page 492: Relay Output Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual TPP (Tracked Target Position) Simrad TPP is a proprietary datagram format created by Kongsberg Maritime. It exports the horizontal range, bearing and depth of a tracked target. All data are related to the tracked target. Select to allow export of the chosen data format.
  • Page 493 Functions and dialog boxes Description The information imported to the CS90 system from various sensors can also be useful for other systems on board your vessel. The CS90 system allows you to "re-export" this sensor information. When activated, the selected sensor information is sent out on the chosen communication port (serial or LAN).

  • Page 494: Screen Recording Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Inspect Port Select to check the communication parameters for the port. The Inspect Port relevant port setup dialog box opens. You are not permitted to make any changes. You can not define the communication port parameters here. If you need to adjust these, you must select after you have defined the data output parameters.
  • Page 495 Functions and dialog boxes How to open This page is located in the dialog box. This dialog box is opened from the Output menu. Operation Description Each screen recording you make is saved in format on the Processor .mp4 Unit hard disk. The file name reflects the current date and time.
  • Page 496 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Capturing the display presentation in a video file, page 135 Selecting where to save the video files, page 136 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 131 Screen Recording, page 289 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Operation menu;...

  • Page 497: Pages In The Display Options Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Pages in the Display Options dialog box dialog box is used to specify basic settings for the sonar presentation. Display Options How to open This dialog box is opened from the menu. Display Description This dialog box contains a number of pages selected from the menu on the left side. The choices you make in the dialog box have no effect on the overall Display Options...
  • Page 498 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description page offers a range General of "on/off switches". You use them to enable or disable the relevant functions. Note The information shown on the top bar must not be used for vessel navigation. Details Use icons on the main menu...
  • Page 499 Functions and dialog boxes Bottom Depth Select this check box to see the current water depth on the top bar. The information must be provided by an external depth sensor (echo sounder) connected to the CS90 system. Roll Select this check box to see the vessel's current roll movements on the top bar.

  • Page 500: Map Display Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Menu Unless you need to make frequent changes to the operating parameters, you may want to hide the menu from the display presentation. This gives you more space for echo information. To hide the menu, select on the top bar.
  • Page 501 Description Select which map elements you want to include. These map settings are only valid for WMS (Web Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system. A Web Map Service (WMS) is a standard protocol developed by the Open Geospatial Consortium in 1999 for serving georeferenced map images over the Internet.

  • Page 502: Safety Depth Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual the tilt angle (Slant). The function defines how this distance is Range Projection measured. This function is opened from the menu. Active Related topics Using maps, page 144 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 409...
  • Page 503 Map Display elements to include in the map presentation. These map settings are only valid for WMS (Web Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system. Map function This is an "on/off" switch. Use to enable or disable the geographical map layer.

  • Page 504: Tooltip Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Using maps, page 144 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 409 Display Options dialog box, page 417 Cosmetics menu, page 382 Motion function, page 411 Map Display page, page 498...

  • Page 505: Own Ship Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Own Ship page In order to maintain a visual presentation of your vessel’s previous movements, you can draw these with a line. This line is drawn after the vessel symbol in the sonar views, and visualizes your past movements. We refer to this line as the History Line. Description The history line shows you the historic movements of your own...

  • Page 506: Vertical View Orientation Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Vertical View Orientation page page allows you to decide whether the vertical views Vertical View Orientation should be presented from right to left, or from left to right. How to open This page is located in the dialog box.
  • Page 507 Functions and dialog boxes Description Set New Ship Centre function on the shortcut menu moves the ship symbol away from the centre of the view. Place the cursor anywhere in the view, right-click and select . The function moves the vessel Set New Ship Centre symbol to the selected position.

  • Page 508: Current Flow Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual function to move the ship symbol away from the centre of the view. This function is available on the shortcut menu in relevant views. Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 409...
  • Page 509 Functions and dialog boxes function shows you the speed and direction of the water current Current Vector under your vessel. One or more arrow are drawn to or from the vessel symbol to indicate the properties of the sea currents. The direction of the arrows indicate the direction of the water currents.

  • Page 510: Pages In The Diagnostics Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Pages in the Diagnostics dialog box The CS90 system is a computerized sonar. There are hardly any analogue circuitry, and the possibility of traditional troubleshooting is limited. In order to rectify this, a built-in software application is available to offer test and maintenance functionality.

  • Page 511: Processor Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Matrix page, page 522 Processor page page offers an overview of the parameters related to software version, Processor operation and network. How to open This page is located in the dialog box. Open the dialog box Diagnostics Diagnostics from the...

  • Page 512: Sensors Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • : The ping interval (1/ping repetition frequency (PRF)) is the ping Ping Interval rate measured in time between each acoustic transmission. The phrase ping rate is used to describe the parameter that controls how often the CS90 system can or shall transmit acoustic energy (a "ping") into the...

  • Page 513: Transceiver Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Description For the CS90 system to use and offer correct navigational information, one or more external sensors must be connected. Typical sensors are those providing navigational information (heading, speed or geographical position). A motion sensor (motion reference unit) can also be connected.
  • Page 514 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual How to open This page is located in the dialog box. Open the dialog box Diagnostics Diagnostics from the menu. Setup Description page provides a graphic presentation of the transceiver boards. The Transceiver visual presentation reflects the physical location of the boards in the Transceiver Unit.

  • Page 515: Transducer Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Each button provides a small colour coded indicator. • : Status is OK. No actions are necessary. No indicator • : This is a warning. A closer investigation is recommended. Yellow • : This is an alarm. A closer investigation is required. •...
  • Page 516 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual The transceiver boards are shown as "buttons". Select a transceiver board to highlight the elements that are physically connected to the board. Details Boards A graphic presentation of the transceiver boards is provided. The visual presentation reflects the physical location of the boards in the Transceiver Unit.
  • Page 517 Functions and dialog boxes The reception test validates each single element in the transducer, and returns the status using a simple colour code. • : The transducer element is fully operational. Green • : The transducer element offers reduced performance. •...

  • Page 518: Noise Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Noise page The operational performance of the CS90 system depends on the noise conditions. It is essential that the noise signature is as low as possible. Use the page to test the Noise current noise conditions.
  • Page 519 Functions and dialog boxes Note With the vessel in port, the environmental conditions are not satisfactory. In the shallow waters of the port, noise from other vessels, dockyard workers or machinery will cause unreliable test results. If you do this tests in a busy harbour, or with noise sources present, the sensitive receivers will detect all the noise in the nearby waters.

  • Page 520: Element Bite Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual The converters transform the analogue echoes to digital format. Signal processing circuitry can create digital noise. Noise Test Select . This starts the noise test. The test is run Start Noise Measurements continuously on each of the following pings until you stop it.

  • Page 521: B-Scan Page

    Functions and dialog boxes • B-Scan page allows you to monitor the data received from each of the elements B-Scan in the transducer. The start sample and the number of samples to be displayed are selectable. • Matrix page allows you to monitor the average signal values or signal phases from Matrix each of the channels and transducer elements in the CS90 system.
  • Page 522 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual To detect unserviceable transducer elements and/or transceiver boards, you must compare the rectangles. When operating the CS90 system in port, the colours will be less homogeneous due to the environmental noise and the shallow depth. During normal operation at sea the colours will be homogeneous.
  • Page 523 Functions and dialog boxes Start Sample Start Sample select which sample to start the test with. Each vertical line shows the signal measured from a single transducer element. Sample 0 (zero) is measured when the ping starts, while (for example) sample 1000 is located several meters out.

  • Page 524: Matrix Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Logarithmic or linear scale can be chosen for the presentation. Logarithmic scale is normally used since this scale offers the best overview of the complete dynamic range. A linear scale will enhance the differences closer to the maximum value.
  • Page 525 Functions and dialog boxes This illustration shows a typical matrix presentation. This is a generic illustration. Any similarities with specific products are accidental. Description When you move the cursor over the matrix presentation of the transceiver channels, each element in the transducer can be clearly identified as a rectangle.
  • Page 526 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • Select when you have received the data and wish to freeze the None/freeze presentation for a closer study of the results. • Select to start the test. Element amplitude • Select to start the test and observe the element phases.
  • Page 527 Functions and dialog boxes Generator In order to run this test, a built-in signal generator is used. You must specify the amplitude and frequency to be used by this generator. The signal generator creates a test signal inserted in parallel with the signal measured on the transducer. Transmit Pulse Select Voltage...

  • Page 528: Pages In The Installation Dialog Box

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Pages in the Installation dialog box Before you use the CS90 system you must set it up to communicate with the relevant peripherals. Use the dialog box to set up all interfaces with external devices, Installation and to set up basic parameters related to installation and operation.

  • Page 529: Sensor Installation Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Software License page, page 563 Transceiver Upgrade page, page 564 Simrad Connect page , page 565 Sensor Installation page For the CS90 system to use and offer correct navigational information, one or more external sensors must be connected. Typical sensors are those providing navigational information (heading, speed or geographical position).
  • Page 530 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Installation Most sensors are physically mounted somewhere on your vessel. For accurate measurements, the sensor locations - referenced to the vessel’s coordinate system - must be known to the CS90 system. Note Just making changes and selecting at the bottom of the page will not install anything.
  • Page 531 Functions and dialog boxes Inspect Port Select to check the communication parameters for the port. The Inspect Port relevant port setup dialog box opens. The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: • : 4800 bit/s Baud rate • Data bits •...
  • Page 532 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Talker ID If you want to specify a dedicated Talker ID for the datagram format, it can be defined here. Every NMEA datagram starts with a dollar ($) character. The "talker identifier" (ID) with two characters follows immediately after the dollar character. The Talker ID is followed by three characters that define the type of datagram.
  • Page 533 Functions and dialog boxes Rotation For some sensors - typically motion sensors and transducers – the physical location of the sensor is not sufficient to extract accurate data. These sensors are installed with physical angles. These angles are often referred to as "installation angles" or "offset angles".

  • Page 534: Sensor Configuration Page

    The majority of the datagrams used by the CS90 system are defined by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA). Other proprietary datagrams are defined by third-party organizations or by Kongsberg Maritime. Any information in a datagram, for example the current depth, may be provided in different datagrams from several sensors.
  • Page 535 Functions and dialog boxes conditions, installation, configuration, accuracy, etc.), the numerical values provided can be different from one sensor to another. Several sensor are provided on the page, one for each type of Sensor Configuration information. Select the sensor you wish to configure in the list.

  • Page 536: Motion Reference Unit Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Configuration On most of the pages you can specify a manual value. Use this function if a sensor is unserviceable or not installed. Click to enable this function, and select or type the requested value. When you select the Time sensor, you can set the ZDA datagram to synchronize the internal clock in the Processor Unit.
  • Page 537 • Kongsberg EM Attitude 1000 The EM Attitude 1000 is a proprietary datagram format created by Kongsberg Maritime for use with digital motion sensors. It holds roll, pitch, heave and heading information. In many new designs, this datagram format has been replaced with EM Attitude 3000 format.
  • Page 538 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Baud Rate Use this setting to specify the baud rate ("speed") for the serial communication. Status The current status of the sensor communication is shown. "Not connected" means that the input from the sensor is missing. A message like this (example) verifies that the CS90 system is connected to the built-in motion sensor: Connected to 192.168.1.30 CS90 Beamformer...

  • Page 539: Installation Parameters Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Installation Parameters page pages allow you to define the relationship between the Installation Parameters physical locations of the various sensors and the transducer. All relevant system units and sensors must be defined with their physical offset values in relation to the defined Ship Origin in the vessel’s coordinate system.
  • Page 540 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Ship page On the page you define a specific reference point (Ship Origin or origo) for the Ship various sensor connected to the CS90 system. The origin is the common reference point where all three axis in the vessel coordinate system meet. All physical locations of the vessel’s sensors (radar and positioning system antennas, echo sounder and sonar...
  • Page 541 Functions and dialog boxes Z Offset Select the offset value on the Z axis (vertical) from the default Ship Origin. This is the origin that was defined by the vessel designer and/or the shipyard when the vessel was built. Adjust with a positive value for Z if the new preferred origin is located under the default Ship Origin.
  • Page 542 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Y Offset Select the offset value on the Y axis (athwartship) from the Ship Origin. Adjust with a positive value for Y if the transducer is located on the starboard side of the ship origin. Z Offset Select the offset value on the Z axis (vertical) from the Ship Origin.
  • Page 543 The motion sensor offset values are not important for sonar operation. Correct values for motion sensor rotation are important for roll and pitch compensation. Note The Kongsberg Seapath ® - and other GPS systems - allow you to define the MRU location in the positioning system.

  • Page 544: Synchronization Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Details X Offset Select the offset value on the X axis (fore-and-aft direction) from the Ship Origin. Adjust with a positive value for X if the sensor is located ahead of the ship origin. Y Offset Select the offset value on the Y axis (athwartship) from the Ship Origin.
  • Page 545 Functions and dialog boxes How to open This page is located in the dialog box. To open the page, select Installation Installation on the menu. Setup Description Whenever more than one hydroacoustic system is installed on a vessel, interference may occur.
  • Page 546 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual the default setting. The CS90 system operates using its internal ping interval parameters, independent of any trigger signals arriving at the synchronization port. setting is not applicable when synchronization is Synchronization Delay switched off. • Master Master mode is used if the CS90 system is going to act as the controlling unit in a synchronized system.

  • Page 547: Units Page

    Functions and dialog boxes • Slave In Slave mode, the CS90 system waits for the delay time after the external trigger signal has arrived before transmitting the ping. This is often referred to as a post-trigger. Synchronization Port This is the interface port currently used to transmit or receive synchronization signals.
  • Page 548 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Note When you work in the dialog box, you must always select to save the Installation Apply changes made on a page. You must do this before you continue working on a different page. Details Length...

  • Page 549: Operating Panel Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Operating Panel page The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. It further allows you to assign certain functions to dedicated buttons and switches. The page is used to select which physical hardware panel you use, and to Operating Panel assign functionality to the programmable buttons.
  • Page 550 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Operating Panel Mk1 The Mk1 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit with three cables. The dual interface cable provides power and serial communication. The USB interface cable is used to read the trackball movements. A small commercial power supply is used to provide power to the Operating Panel.
  • Page 551 Functions and dialog boxes Note It is very important that the chosen communication port is not put to other use in page in the dialog box. If you have two operating panels I/O Setup Installation in use, neither communication ports must be used for any other purposes. Related topics Defining the user-selected features on the Operating Panel, page 164 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388...
  • Page 552 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Before you can assign custom user settings to the operating panel, a selection of settings must be available from the dialog box. The User Settings User Settings dialog box is located on the menu. Main Any user setting selected on the Operating Panel is identified in the upper left corner of the Horizontal view.
  • Page 553 Functions and dialog boxes Button Options The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three function buttons. The buttons are identified as . Each button can be assigned a dedicated function. The three function buttons are grouped with the button. Screen Capture Under , assign one function to each Button Options...
  • Page 554 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Joystick Options Use these settings to set up the joystick operation. Related topics Defining the user-selected features on the Operating Panel, page 164 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 421...
  • Page 555 Functions and dialog boxes Before you can assign custom user settings to the operating panel, a selection of settings must be available from the dialog box. The User Settings User Settings dialog box is located on the menu. Main Any user setting selected on the Operating Panel is identified in the upper left corner of the Horizontal view.
  • Page 556 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual For the Mk3 Operating Panel, assign one function to each rotary switch when you press it. Auto Tilt This is an "on/off" function. When Auto Tilt mode is activated the beam will automatically change its tilt angle for each transmission ("ping"). The centre of the tilt sector is defined by the chosen tilt angle just before the Auto Tilt mode is started.

  • Page 557: Echogram Settings Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Echogram Settings page The CS90 system offers an inspection beam. The inspection beam is presented using an Inspection view. Use the page to set up basic functionality for Echogram Settings the Inspection view. How to open This page is located in the dialog box.

  • Page 558: Hull Unit Configuration Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Hull Unit Configuration page The hull unit is used to lower the transducer down below the ship’s hull when the CS90 system shall be used. When the CS90 system is turned off, the transducer is hoisted for protection.
  • Page 559 Functions and dialog boxes How to open This page is located in the dialog box. To open the page, select Installation Installation on the menu. Setup Description page allows you to specify alarm limits for the hull unit and the System Protection transducer.
  • Page 560 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Tx Inhibit Operation Mode This feature activates the system protection to make sure that the CS90 system does not transmit ("ping") when you have chosen Replay or Inactive mode. Hull Unit You must specify a maximum speed for the vessel. This speed can match the hull unit specification, or you can choose a lower speed for increased safety.
  • Page 561 Functions and dialog boxes • Select on the top bar to start and stop the recording. Screen Recording Everything that happens in the presentation is recorded. This includes echoes, menus, dialog boxes and cursor movements. • Use the page to define where the video files are saved. This Screen Recording page is located in the dialog box.

  • Page 562: Fishing Gear Setup Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing, page 147 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 421 Installation dialog box, page 432 Fishing Gear Setup page By defining the type of fishing gear you are using, the CS90 system may provide more accurate visual presentations.

  • Page 563: Map Setup Page

    True. Details WMS (Web Map Service) Only WMS (World Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system are supported. The Processor Unit must be connected to the ship network. Type the correct URL to make contact with the map server.

  • Page 564: User Settings Setup Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Safety Depth page page allows you to change the safety depth settings, and thus the Safety Depth presentation of the various water depths. Range Projection function The distance to a target located anywhere in the water column can be measured in two ways.

  • Page 565: Software License Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Related functionality User Settings dialog box dialog box allows you to save the current user settings (your User Settings current selection of operational parameters), and to retrieve factory or previously saved user settings. This dialog box is opened from the menu.

  • Page 566: Transceiver Upgrade Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual When you work in the dialog box, you must always select to save the Installation Apply changes made on a page. You must do this before you continue working on a different page. The following licensing option is available for the CS90 system:...

  • Page 567: Simrad Connect Page

    Simrad Connect • A suitable handheld device • Access to the wireless network (WiFi) • The necessary app for the relevant handheld device Visit our website for more information (intro): • www.kongsberg.com/cs90 442700/A...
  • Page 568 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 421 Installation dialog box, page 432 442700/A...

  • Page 569: Pages In The Echogram Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Pages in the Echogram dialog box dialog box allows you to control the echogram presentation in the Echogram Inspection views. Two pages control the horizontal lines and the echogram type with applied TVG (time variable gain). One page controls how fast the echogram travels horizontally across the presentation.
  • Page 570 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description The settings on the page are Lines all related to visual appearance. The changes you make are by default only valid for the active Inspection view. Click in the Inspection view to activate it. The active view is identified with a thicker border.
  • Page 571 Functions and dialog boxes Lines You can enable or disable one or more horizontal lines on the echogram. • Variable Depth This is an "on/off" switch. Select the box to enable the function. The Variable Depth Line can be added to your echogram to measure the depth. A horizontal line with a depth readout is placed in the echogram.

  • Page 572: Echogram Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Use the page to type comments and insert annotations into views. Annotations Several different annotation types may be added to the echograms or other views. The page is located in the dialog box. Annotations Installation When you save raw data, the annotations you have defined are stored as annotation datagrams.
  • Page 573 Functions and dialog boxes Details TVG (Time Variable Gain) When an acoustic pulse is sent through the water, it will gradually lose its energy. The greater the distance between the transducer and the target(s), the greater the loss of energy. The TVG (Time Variable Gain) compensation is designed to counteract the natural phenomena of geometric spread and absorption loss.
  • Page 574 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • Surface A Surface echogram is mainly used when you wish to look at the entire water column starting from the sea surface and down to the sea bottom. Since this echogram is referenced to the sea surface, the sea bottom contour will vary with the actual depth.

  • Page 575: Horizontal Axis Page

    Functions and dialog boxes User TVG If you are very familiar with the TVG principles, you can choose to use your own curve. In order to use the chosen curve, the TVG mode must be set to User. You can also select TVG setting with the function.
  • Page 576 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual • : The horizontal scale is based on the relative speed you choose. Select Speed speed with the ruler. Label Small labels are shown in the bottom left and right corners of the view. These labels can contain time or distance to identify the horizontal axis of the echogram.

  • Page 577: Pages In The Information Pane Options Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Pages in the Information Pane Options dialog The CS90 system offers several information panes to provide additional and detailed data from the presentations. The information panes are opened and closed from the top bar. Several of the information panes are fitted with a button.
  • Page 578 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Description The settings provided by the page allow Size Distribution you to shape the vertical bars in the Size Distribution information pane to meet your own requirements. You can define the upper and lower limits, the accuracy, and the vertical resolution.
  • Page 579 Functions and dialog boxes Manual Scale Choose the lower and upper limits (in dB) of the scale. • : This function specifies the lower limit of the target strengths Lower Limit shown in the histogram. The value reflects the current mode you have chosen. Example: If you have chosen the Length mode, and specifies 10 in this spin box, fish shorter than 10 cm will not be shown in the histogram.

  • Page 580: Fish Position Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Fish Position page The Fish Position information pane shows the position of the detected single fish echoes. The information pane is only available when an Inspection view is "active". Use the Fish page to set up the presentation parameters for the Fish Position information pane.
  • Page 581 Functions and dialog boxes Details Minimum Threshold Some echoes are stronger than others. If you have noise problems, or you are bothered with for example smaller fish (different species), jellyfish or plankton, you can use the function to adjust the sensitivity. The target Minimum Threshold strength (TS) for a single target must exceed this threshold (in dB) to be accepted.
  • Page 582 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Maximum FM Phase Deviation This setting only applies to FM operation. Several single targets occurring at the same range will give you echoes in different parts of the beam’s cross section. To remove the bad targets, the angle (phase) between the samples in the echo are measured.

  • Page 583: Fish Size Adjustment Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Increasing the distance values will require the targets to be further separated, but can increase the frequency resolution for the target strength frequency response (in the TS(f) information pane). The value for the should normally be larger than the value for Distance After Target due to the backscattering properties of a target.

  • Page 584: School Mass Adjustment Page

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Use the page to define the properties for the histogram shown in the Size Distribution Size Distribution information pane. Select in the information pane to open the Setup page. The page is located in the Size Distribution...

  • Page 585: Concept Descriptions

    Concept descriptions Concept descriptions Topics Vessel coordinate system, page 584 Layers and deflections, page 586 What is sampling?, page 588 Acoustic noise, page 589 442700/A...

  • Page 586: Vessel Coordinate System

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Vessel coordinate system The vessel coordinate system is established to define the relative physical locations of system units and sensors. When you have several different sensors and transducers on your vessel, and you wish each of them to provide accurate data, you need to know their relative physical positions.
  • Page 587 Concept descriptions has been defined by the designer or shipyard. This origin is normally identified with a physical marking, and also shown on the vessel drawings. Frequently used locations are: • Aft immediately over the rudder (frame 0) • Vessel’s centre of gravity •...

  • Page 588: Layers And Deflections

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Layers and deflections Daily operation of the CS90 system may be disturbed by environmental situations that you are unable to control. Typical conditions are temperature and salinity layers, as well as deflections caused by increasing or decreasing water temperature.

  • Page 589: Sonar Beam Deflections

    Concept descriptions Sonar beam deflections On warm days – especially during summer – the sea surface will be heated by the sun. The water temperature will gradually decrease with increasing depth. On cold days, you may experience the opposite. The cold water will be close to the surface, and the water temperature increases with increasing depth.

  • Page 590: What Is Sampling

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual What is sampling? The information from the transducer on the CS90 system is a continuous flow of analogue data. In signal processing, sampling is the reduction of this continuous signal to a discrete signal. A common example is exactly what we do in the CS90 system. We convert a sound wave (which is an analogue continuous-time signal) to a sequence of samples (which is a discrete-time signal).

  • Page 591: Acoustic Noise

    Concept descriptions Acoustic noise Topics Introduction to the acoustic noise challenge, page 589 Contributing factors, page 589 Self noise, page 591 Ambient noise, page 594 Electrical self noise, page 594 Reverberation, page 594 Some means to reduce acoustic noise, page 596 Introduction to the acoustic noise challenge Even with the advanced noise filtering offered by the sonar system, we must address the noise challenge.
  • Page 592 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual transmitting and receiving systems are key factors during our product development, while our end user documentation aims to help you to make the right filter settings during operation. As for the target properties, there is nothing any of us can do with those.

  • Page 593: Self Noise

    Concept descriptions • Flow noise • Acoustic noise from other hydroacoustic systems The transducer cable is long. Electric noise from generators, pumps, cooling systems and other electric or electromechanical devices is easily picked up. The preamplifiers are very sensitive. They can easily pick up electrical noise from internal and external power supplies.
  • Page 594 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Propeller noise is usually water-borne. In some cases, however, shaft vibrations or vibrations in the hull near the propeller may be structure-borne to the transducer. If a propeller blade is damaged, this may increase the noise considerably.
  • Page 595 Concept descriptions Turbulent flow Laminar flow Air bubbles Air bubbles absorb and reflect the sound energy, and they may in worst cases block the sound transmission altogether. The boundary layer increases in thickness when it becomes turbulent. The boundary layer is thin in the forward part of the vessel hull, and increases as it moves aft. The thickness depends on ships speed and on the roughness of the hull.

  • Page 596: Ambient Noise

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Ambient noise Ambient noise is usually not a limiting factor to the performance of sonars and echo sounders. The ambient noise may be split up as follows: • : Air bubbles, seismic disturbances, waves, boundary turbulence, etc.
  • Page 597 Concept descriptions There are several types of reverberation. Volume reverberation The volume reverberation is caused by minute plankton and air-bubbles in the water. This reverberation has often daily cycles in intensity. Surface reverberation The surface reverberation depends on the weather condition and the waves. Bottom reverberation The bottom reverberation depends on the roughness and physical properties of the sea bottom.

  • Page 598: Some Means To Reduce Acoustic Noise

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Some means to reduce acoustic noise Several factors are contributing to the performance of the hydroacoustic equipment used on board a vessel. Careful planning of the installation may reduce the acoustic noise. Unfortunately, it is impossible to simply provide a number of specific procedures to reduce the noise.
  • Page 599 Concept descriptions Ensure that the propellers blades are correctly designed and without damages. The use of a baffle between the propellers and the transducer may reduce noise appreciably. Static discharges caused by the rotating propeller shaft may be removed by proper grounding or by mounting a coal brush from the shaft to vessel ground.

  • Page 600: Technical Specifications

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Technical specifications Topics Introduction to technical specifications, page 599 Performance specifications, page 599 Power requirements, page 603 Weights and outline dimensions, page 606 Environmental requirements, page 609 Compass safe distance, page 612 Minimum display requirements, page 614...

  • Page 601: Introduction To Technical Specifications

    CS90 Fish-finding sonar. They also provide information related to power requirements, physical properties and environmental conditions. Note At Kongsberg Maritime, we are continuously working to improve the quality and performance of our products. The technical specifications may be changed without prior notice.
  • Page 602 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual – Other options: 30, 60, 90, 120, 180 degrees • Vertical TX Sector: – Horizontal swath ∗ Maximum: Wide ∗ Other options: Narrow, Normal, Wide, Auto – Vertical swath ∗ Maximum: 90 degrees ∗ Other options: 30, 60, 90 degrees The options provided by this function depend on your current active view.
  • Page 603 Technical specifications Beamwidths • Narrow, Normal or Wide User selectable Stabilization • : ±20 degrees (Automatic) Roll stabilisation • : ±20 degrees (Automatic) Pitch stabilisation • : The CS90 system has been designed to match the motion External stabilisation sensor reference unit (MRU) sensors manufactured by our Seatex division.
  • Page 604 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Type approval: DnV Certificate S-6344 Installation trunk The installation trunk is not included in the standard delivery. The installation trunk may be fabricated by the shipyard, or supplied by us as an option. Transducer The same transducer is used on all hull unit types.

  • Page 605: Power Requirements

    Hull Unit power requirements, page 605 Display power requirements Not applicable. The display is not a part of the CS90 scope of supply. It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime. For more information, refer to the end-user documentation provided by the manufacturer. Related topics...

  • Page 606: Operating Panel Power Requirements (Mk2)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual The power supply is connected to a dedicated socket on the rear side of the Processor Unit. Related topics Power requirements, page 603 Technical specifications, page 598 Operating Panel power requirements (Mk2) • : CS90 Operating Panel Mk2 Make and model •...

  • Page 607: Hull Unit Power Requirements

    Technical specifications Hull Unit power requirements • : CS90 Hull Unit Make • : All models Model • : 230/380/440 VAC Voltage requirement (47 to 63 Hz/3–phase/Nominal voltage) • Maximum voltage deviation – 230 VAC: 15% – 380/440 VAC: 340 to 485 VAC •...

  • Page 608: Weights And Outline Dimensions

    Display weight and outline dimensions Not applicable. The display is not a part of the CS90 scope of supply. It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime. For more information, refer to the end-user documentation provided by the manufacturer. Related topics...

  • Page 609: Operating Panel Weight And Outline Dimensions (Mk1)

    Technical specifications Related topics Weights and outline dimensions, page 606 Technical specifications, page 598 Operating Panel weight and outline dimensions (Mk1) • : CS90 Operating Panel Mk1 Make and model • Outline dimensions: – : 165 mm Depth – : 385 mm Width –...

  • Page 610: Transceiver Unit Weight And Outline Dimensions

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Weights and outline dimensions, page 606 Technical specifications, page 598 Transceiver Unit weight and outline dimensions • : CS90 Transceiver Unit Make and model • Outline dimensions – : 505 mm (With shock absorbers) Depth –...

  • Page 611: Environmental Requirements

    Hull Unit environmental requirements, page 611 Display environmental requirements Not applicable. The display is not a part of the CS90 scope of supply. It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime. For more information, refer to the end-user documentation provided by the manufacturer. Related topics...

  • Page 612: Operating Panel Environmental Requirements (Mk1)

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Environmental requirements, page 609 Technical specifications, page 598 Operating Panel environmental requirements (Mk1) Operating Panel • : CS90 Operating Panel Mk1 Make and model • : 0 to +50 °C Operating temperature • : -40 to 70 °C Storage temperature •...

  • Page 613: Transceiver Unit Environmental Requirements

    Technical specifications • : 5 to 95% relative, non-condensing Relative humidity • : IP65 Ingress protection (IP) code Related topics Environmental requirements, page 609 Technical specifications, page 598 Transceiver Unit environmental requirements • : CS90 Transceiver Unit Make and model •...

  • Page 614: Compass Safe Distance

    Hull Unit compass safe distance, page 613 Display compass safe distance Not applicable. The display is not a part of the CS90 scope of supply. It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime. For more information, refer to the end-user documentation provided by the manufacturer. Related topics...

  • Page 615: Operating Panel Compass Safe Distance (Mk2)

    Technical specifications • : 30 cm Standard compass • : 20 cm Other compass Related topics Compass safe distance, page 612 Technical specifications, page 598 Operating Panel compass safe distance (Mk2) • : CS90 Operating Panel Mk2 Make and model •...

  • Page 616: Minimum Display Requirements

    Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Related topics Compass safe distance, page 612 Technical specifications, page 598 Minimum display requirements Unless specifically ordered, the CS90 system is not provided with a display. The display must then be purchased locally. You can use one or two displays on your Processor Unit depending on personal and/or operational preferences.
  • Page 617 Index Index how to open........369, 435 ADCP about placing sensor data in the sonar views ....142 acoustic noise........... 589 ambient noise........... 594 Marker Output page ........490 bottom bar ..........347 Processed Data to File page ......487 cavitation..........
  • Page 618 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Auto Update Port Monitor ..........470 cavitation Automatic Gain Control (AGC) acoustic noise........... 592 description ..........449 centre frequency .......... 444 auxiliary machinery characteristics acoustic noise........... 591 performance ..........599 Averaging Range choosing Matrix ........... 524 factory default settings ........
  • Page 619 Index sampling ..........588 Current Port configuration Port Monitor ..........470 Exporting technical information ..... 174 Current Vector Setting up the Operating Panel....... 223 Horizontal view ........309 configuring Visual Objects menu........380 Operating Panel ........227, 231 Cursor sensor interface......... 193 Horizontal view ........
  • Page 620 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Cosmetics menu........383 Horizontal view ........305 description Hull Unit (top bar) ........292 Replay bar ..........301 Hull Unit Configuration page ......556 description HullUnit ........... 25 Operation menu ........356 I/O Setup page.......... 481 Processed Data to File page ......
  • Page 621 Index rattle noise ..........593 reverberation..........594 Record Processed function ......407 Screen Recording ........289 Relay Output page ........490 description Replay File dialog box ........ 460 Marker Output page ........488 roll information ........298 Motion Reference Unit page ......534 rulers.............
  • Page 622 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual reducing the light emitted by the display Processor ..........510 presentation ........... 152 Element Size in Pixels weight ........... 606 Matrix ........... 524 Display Gain function enable description ..........413 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)....150 Display menu navigational information on the top bar ....
  • Page 623 Index ping rate ........... 84 Cosmetics ..........410 feedback Dead Reckoning ........426 send us............. 16 DisplayGain ..........413 file locations Docking Views ......... 419 defining the file and folder settings for data Fishing Gear ..........423 recording......... 121, 127 Frequency function description ......
  • Page 624 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Generator Horizontal Scroll function Matrix ........... 524 description ..........457 geographical area Horizontal TX Sector function defining the physical size of the tracking description ..........445 area ............. 108 Horizontal view selecting a geographical area for accurate description ..........
  • Page 625 Index define the physical size of the tracking area ..108 rearrange the layout of the presentation .... 139 define the serial port parameters ..... 185 record processed echo data ......128 define the transmission (ping) modes ....74 Recording echo data ........122 delete existing user settings ......
  • Page 626 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual environmental requirements......611 display ........... 262 outline dimensions........608 Inspection beam........... 316 power requirements........605 Inspection view weight ........... 608 description ..........316 Hull Unit InspectPort Compass Safe Distance (CSD)....... 613 Marker Output page ........489 inspecting and cleaning the transceiver .....
  • Page 627 Hoist/Lower Switch ..177 Keep Sonar Range the transducer using Lowering Contactor ..181 Off Centre page ........505 transducer ..........78 Kongsberg Maritime Lowering Contactor support ............ 31 lowering the transducer ....... 181 machinery noise Motion Reference Unit page ......535 acoustic noise...........
  • Page 628 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual rulers description........332 Microsoft Xbox Controller Using markers in the CS90 user interface ..322 description ..........50 Markers Middle Horizontal view ........309 Operating Panel (Mk1)........36 Plane view ..........320 Operating Panel (Mk2)........44 Visual Objects menu........
  • Page 629 Index navigation sensor offices installing navigation and other sensors support ............ 31 (summary) ..........183 offset navigational information motion sensor........... 213 description ..........295 offsets Navigational information Sensor Installation page....... 530 description ..........295 network security ..........30 turn............ 52, 77 New Marker dialog box on-line help description ..........
  • Page 630 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Operating Panel ........603–604 Installation Parameters page description ... 537 Operating Panel Power Supply ...... 603 Lines ............. 567 transceiver ..........604 Map Display ..........498 Transceiver Unit ........604 Map Setup ..........561 operation Marker Output.......... 488 normal operating mode......
  • Page 631 Index ping rate description ..........478 transmitting with maximum ping rate....84 power requirements Ping—Ping Filter function display ........... 603 description ..........438 hull unit ..........605 pitch Operating Panel ........603–604 top bar ........... 298 Operating Panel Power Supply ...... 603 Pitch Offset transceiver ..........
  • Page 632 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual adjusting the TVG ........92 inserting the installation parameters for the assigning custom user settings ....... 165 transducer..........204 assigning functions to F1, F2 and F3....168 inspecting and cleaning the computer....263 assigning functions to rotary switches ....167 inspecting and cleaning the display ....
  • Page 633 Index selecting replay file ........125 selecting replay operating mode ....83, 124 qualifications selecting tooltips in the user interface....151 preventive maintenance personnel....258 Selecting where to save the video files....136 Selecting which map elements to include in the display presentation ........
  • Page 634 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Recording echo data ........122 Reducing bottom and surface reverberation Recording with the RCG (Reverberation Controlled System Protection page ....... 559 Gain) function ........116 Recording dialog box Reverberation Controlled Gain (RCG) description ..........462 description ..........452 reducing ..........
  • Page 635 Index Saved Settings best operating frequency ......70, 88 User Settings dialog box ......391 inactive operating mode......... 83 saving measurement units ........155 current user settings ....... 73, 159 navigational information on the top bar .... 149 processed echo data........128 normal operating mode......
  • Page 636 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual defining..........202 anti-fouling paints ........258 Ship Dimensions sonar range Installation Parameters ........ 539 adjusting ..........61, 93 ship origin sonar room defining..........202 Checking the environmental conditions in the Ship Origin sonar room ..........261 X Offset ..........
  • Page 637 Index description ..........19 Tooltip page diagram............ 21 description ..........502 System Protection page tooltips description ..........556 selecting tooltips in the user interface....151 system software top bar installation ..........216 depth ............. 297 removing ..........217 geographical position........295 Help............
  • Page 638 Simrad CS90 Reference Manual Transceiver page Port Monitor ..........470 description ..........512 Tx Power function Transceiver Unit description ..........404 compass safe distance ......... 613 Type environmental requirements......611 Sensor Installation page....... 528 inspecting and cleaning the transceiver ..... 264 outline dimensions........
  • Page 639 Index Vertical View Orientation page Web Map Service (WMS) description ..........504 Map Setup page ........561 vessel coordinate system website alternative origin ........585 download documents ........16 origin ..........538, 584 weight principles..........584 computer ..........606 vessel length display ...........
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