Summary of Contents for C-Max VIGO
- Page 1 Underway Profiling winch Installation & Operation manual C-MAX Ltd. www.cmaxsonar.com www.vigowinch.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
3.8 Interfacing with Valeport profilers 3.8.1 Configuring Valeport Connect 3.9 Interfacing with AML profilers 3.9.1 Configuring AML Sailfish 3.9.2 Configuring Vigo Depth Relay 4. Getting Started 4.1 Powering the Winch 4.2 Using the IN and OUT Controls 4.3 Accessing and Navigating the Control Software 4.4 Configuring and Attaching the Profiler... - Page 3 10. Specifications 11. Warranty 11.1 Scope 11.2 Limitations 11.3 Fault Reporting 11.4 Returns 11.5 Transferability...
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Page 4: Introduction
1. Introduction The Vigo profiling winch (hereafter referred to as ‘the winch’) simplifies the task of repeatedly deploying a sound velocity profiler or other instrument (hereafter referred to for simplicity as ‘the profiler’), either from a moving or stationary vessel, eliminating the need for an operator to manually collect profiles from the rear deck. -
Page 5: Installation
3. Installation 3.1 Location The winch should be mounted at a location which allows the boom to be extended over the stern, far enough from the vessel outline that the profiler is unlikely to contact the hull. Apart from its location the height of the mounting platform should be such that when the profiler has been fully recovered it will be suspended clear, or partially clear, of the water and in a position where it can reliably transmit data. -
Page 6: Fitting The Line To The Level-Wind
The deployment boom 3.3 Fitting the line to the level-wind As supplied from the factory, the line is installed into the level-wind wiper arm between the clevis pin and the removable drop-nose pin, as shown in the illustration below. Should the line need to be re-fitted it is a simple matter to remove the drop-nose pin, threading the line between the guides and refitting the pin. -
Page 7: The Line-Limit Tube
3.4 The Line-Limit Tube The winch is supplied with a line-limit tube fitted to the line. This item is vital for the correct operation of the winch. The sheave assembly mounted at the end of the extending boom incorporates both the main pulley and, above the line, a smaller wheel. -
Page 8: Removing And Replacing The Line-Limit Tube
The line-limit tube Removing and replacing the line-limit tube It is strongly recommended that only genuine C-MAX line-limit tubes are used. Silicone tube is available in various diameters, thicknesses and grades, and a repair or a substitute may not work as intended. -
Page 9: Power Supply
Fitting the replacement tube is the reverse of the removal process. With the new tube in place over the line follow that with the tapered grommet, tapered end first. Getting the grommet over the suspension loop can be made easier by passing a light line (eg. cotton thread) through the grommet, through the line's loop then back through the grommet: this enables the bulky loop to be pulled through the grommet. -
Page 10: Network
3.6 Network The winch is controlled through a web application and to facilitate this a connection to the survey network is required. A 10m ethernet cable is supplied with the winch as standard. The cable has a waterproof RJ45 connector on one end that locks onto the corresponding LAN connection on the left-hand cover of the winch. -
Page 11: Integration Into The Survey Network
192.168.0.X range. If a DNS server is present on the network, a DNS entry will be registered, the hostname being ‘vigo’. 3.7 Integration into the Survey Network... - Page 12 With these ports being bound to the broadcast address, there is no requirement to specify the IP address of the winch either in Valeport Connect/Ocean, C-MAX’s Vigo Depth Relay or in the echo sounder/navigation system configuration.
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Page 13: Interfacing With Valeport Profilers
3.8 Interfacing with Valeport profilers When profiling with a SWiFT or Rapid profiler, data can be downloaded into Valeport’s Connect software automatically when the profiler surfaces after each cast. The Connect software runs under Windows and should be installed on a PC that is connected to the survey network. It is recommended that this PC be equipped with an external Bluetooth receiver and magnetic mount antenna, part number 0660EA3, supplied by Valeport Ltd. -
Page 14: Interfacing With Aml Profilers
WiFi and download their data automatically on completion of a profile. AML Sailfish software does not have the functionality to send the depth of the profile to the Vigo, so an additional software utility is used to enable this feedback loop. -
Page 15: Configuring Aml Sailfish
C-MAX’s Vigo Depth Relay software is run on the same PC as Sailfish and performs the following functions: 1. Watch a folder for new profile files downloaded by Sailfish from the profiler. 2. Parse the file and extract the maximum depth value from the data. -
Page 16: Configuring Vigo Depth Relay
5.0 to run. It monitors a specified folder for new files, extracts the depth and broadcasts this over the survey network in the same manner as Valeport Connect. Vigo Depth Relay can be used with either AML profilers or older Valeport profilers that do not work with the latest version of Connect. - Page 17 Vigo Depth Relay when first loaded The settings are changed by accessing the ‘File’ menu as shown below. Accessing the file menu to configure the settings Begin by selecting the ‘Watch Folder’. This is the folder on the computer where new log files are...
- Page 18 Sailfish earlier. Continue by selecting the type of profiler that is being used. Selecting the profiler With a profiler selected, Vigo Depth Relay will know which file types to process when they are added automatically to the watch folder.
- Page 19 This would typically be a wired ethernet connection and it should be on the same logical subnet as the Vigo winch. There is no need to specify the IP address of the Vigo, all data is sent to the broadcast address. Selecting a network adapter Vigo Depth Relay will force you to select an adapter that is connected.
- Page 20 Vigo Depth Relay waiting for a new file When a file is written into the watch folder, Vigo Depth Relay will process the file, extract the depth, update the user interface and broadcast the depth to the Vigo over the network. New files are added to the log, with the newest at the top.The log can be cleared through a right-click context menu.
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Page 21: Getting Started
4. Getting Started The Vigo winch, inboard view 4.1 Powering the Winch With the winch mounted in a suitable location and the power and ethernet wiring completed, the winch can be powered on. The presence of an AC supply to the winch is confirmed by the neon indicator above the power inlet. -
Page 22: Accessing And Navigating The Control Software
The control software is accessed by entering the IP address (192.168.0.10 or other, DHCP assigned address) or hostname (vigo) of the winch into a web browser. The software is served on port 10000 and as a result the address should be entered into the address bar in the following format: http://x.x.x.x:10000 or http://vigo:10000 if a DNS server is running on the network. - Page 23 GPS status :- this area displays information from the integral GPS receiver and a network connected echo sounder. Power info :- this area displays the AC line voltage, the realtime power consumption of the winch, and the current power budget. Cast info :- this area displays information related to the previous, current and any upcoming casts.
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Page 24: Configuring And Attaching The Profiler
4.4 Configuring and Attaching the Profiler Refer to the operating instructions for Valeport Connect to configure the profiler for the required cast type (upcast/downcast) and required sample steps. As described in section 3.8, the profiler should be configured to operate in automatic mode. When the winch is initially powered up, the manual IN and OUT controls are active by default. - Page 25 Positioning the profiler in the water If the vessel has a large freeboard it may be necessary to recover the profiler completely out of the water to enable reliable data transfer. In this case, some protection should be provided to the stern of the vessel to soften any impact from the profiler.
- Page 26 Manual positioning would typically be used on a manned vessel, where the profiler can be seen by the operator and the jog controls can be used. Automatic positioning would typically be used on autonomous platforms where the winch is required to set the position without a user being present onboard.
- Page 27 Setting the data transfer position automatically A warning is displayed if the offset value is out of bounds and the operation will fail. A correct value should be entered and the operation repeated. Warning displayed when offset is out of bounds...
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Page 28: Profiling
5.5), navigate back to the settings tab and press ‘change profiler’ again, without selecting a new profiler. The drop-rate used in the deployment algorithm will be reset to the default value for the profiler selected. Profilers available will vary depending on Vigo software version... -
Page 29: Changing The Profiling Mode
5.2 Changing the Profiling Mode The winch can acquire a profile in two ways, the default ‘underway’ mode and the user selectable ‘downhole’ mode. In ‘underway’ mode the profiler is allowed to freefall in the water column, pulling the line off the winch as it does so. - Page 30 The profile tab displayed to the user Enter the required depth of this cast and click ‘Run Cast’. This will initiate the following sequence of events :- 1. The ‘Run Cast’ button and depth field will be disabled. 2. The winch will emit a short sound on its internal klaxon to alert anyone near the winch that it will be operating.
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Page 31: Using Automatic Coverage Mode
NOTE: When casting in the default underway mode and provided that subsequent casts are to the same depth, the software will automatically correct for an undershoot or overshoot based on the data received from Connect. The user should not make adjustments to the requested cast depth but should allow the software to make these corrections automatically. -
Page 32: Repeat Cast On New Swift Message
Automatic repeat options available Each of these options is exclusive, and can be enabled and disabled at any time before or during a cast. A description of each repeat mode is given below. Repeat Cast on New SWiFT Message This option will repeat the cast immediately upon receiving a new message from Connect. Repeat Cast after ‘x’... -
Page 33: Action If Power Lost
It is worthwhile periodically checking that the power-off brake, intended to prevent the line unspooling in the event of power failure, is working correctly. It should resist a line pull of 18-20kg before allowing movement at higher pull forces. If adjustment is needed please refer to the Vigo Maintenance manual. 9. Storage and Transport The winch should preferably be stored and transported in its purpose-designed case. - Page 34 10. Specifications Line capacity 500m of 2.5mm diameter Dyneema or equivalent Maximum profiler weight Dimensions, boom retracted 625mm (L) x 326mm (W) x 392mm (H) Length when boom extended 1400mm Weight 42kg Power requirement 220-240VAC, 1kW max Network 10/100 Ethernet, IP address assigned by DHCP Temperature, operating -5 to +45 degrees centigrade Temperature, non-operating...
- Page 35 11.4 Returns The agreement of C-MAX is required before items are returned to the factory for inspection or repair. The customer is responsible for adequate packing and insurance. 11.5 Transferability The benefits of this warranty are fully transferred to the current legal owner of the equipment.