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Kongsberg Simrad Mk3 Installation Manual

Kongsberg Simrad Mk3 Installation Manual

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Simrad
Mk3 Operating Panel
Installation Manual
The purpose of this publication is to provide the descriptions
and procedures required to install the Mk3 Operating Panel. The
publication is intended for technical personnel such as skilled shipyard
workers, electricians, qualified engineers and naval architects.
Additional end-user documents related to the sonar 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.
• https://www.kongsberg.com/fisherysonar
110-0001063/A
July 2022 © Kongsberg Maritime AS

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  • Page 1 Additional end-user documents related to the sonar 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. • https://www.kongsberg.com/fisherysonar 110-0001063/A July 2022 © Kongsberg Maritime AS...
  • Page 2 Kongsberg Maritime disclaims any responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper installation, use or maintenance of the equipment. Disclaimer Kongsberg Maritime AS endeavours to ensure that all information in this document is correct and fairly stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omissions. Support information If you require maintenance or repair, contact your local dealer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation Manual Table of contents ABOUT THIS MANUAL .............. 5 INTRODUCTION............... 7 Operating Panel........................7 Order information ......................8 Support information ......................8 INSTALLATION ..............11 Installing the Operating Panel (Mk3) ................11 476352 Operating Panel dimensions (Mk3) ..............13 CABLE LAYOUT AND INTERCONNECTIONS......16 Connecting the USB cable between the Operating Panel and the Processor Unit ...17 Operating Panel connectors (Mk3) ..................18 Processor Unit rear panel description: HT20470 (DC Version) ........19...
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  • Page 5: About This Manual

    The shipowner and shipyard doing the installation are responsible for obtaining and paying for such approval. Kongsberg Maritime AS will accept no responsibility for any damage or injury to the product, vessel or personnel caused by equipment that has been incorrectly installed or maintained, or by drawings, instructions or procedures that have not been prepared by us.
  • Page 6 Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Simrad ® , SIMRAD ® and the Simrad ® logo are either registered trademarks, or trademarks of Kongsberg Maritime AS in Norway and other countries. 110-0001063/A...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Topics Operating Panel, page 7 Order information, page 8 Support information, page 8 Operating Panel The optional Operating Panel contains all necessary control functions for normal operation of the sonar system. 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 8: Order Information

    A list of all our offices and dealers is available on our website. You can also contact our main support office in Norway. Norway (main office) • : Kongsberg Maritime AS / Simrad Company name • : Strandpromenaden 50, N3190 Horten, Norway Address •...
  • Page 9 Introduction • www.kongsberg.com/simrad Website • simrad.france@simrad.com Email address • : 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 •...
  • Page 10 Simrad Installation Manual China • : Kongsberg Maritime China Ltd Company name • : 555 Chuanqiao Road, China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, 201206, China Address • : +86 21 3127 9888 Telephone • : +86 21 3127 9555 Telefax •...

  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Installation Topics Installing the Operating Panel (Mk3), page 11 476352 Operating Panel dimensions (Mk3), page 13 Installing the Operating Panel (Mk3) The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. The Operating Panel is normally placed on the bridge near the display. Prerequisites You must be equipped with a standard set of tools.
  • Page 12 Simrad Installation Manual A suitable location for the Operating Panel must be chosen before the installation starts. Observe the limitations due to the cable lengths. We recommend that the Operating Panel is positioned in the same physical direction as the display, so that "up" on the operating panel is the same as "up"...

  • Page 13: 476352 Operating Panel Dimensions (Mk3)

    Installation 476352 Operating Panel dimensions (Mk3) Download the source drawing from our website: kongsberg.com/fisherysonar 110-0001063/A...
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  • Page 16: Cable Layout And Interconnections

    Simrad Installation Manual Cable layout and interconnections Topics Connecting the USB cable between the Operating Panel and the Processor Unit, page 17 Operating Panel connectors (Mk3), page 18 Processor Unit rear panel description: HT20470 (DC Version), page 19 Processor Unit front panel description: Nexcom NISE 3900E, page 22 Processor Unit rear panel description: Nexcom NISE 3900E, page 23 110-0001063/A...

  • Page 17: Connecting The Usb Cable Between The Operating Panel And The Processor Unit

    Cable layout and interconnections Connecting the USB cable between the Operating Panel and the Processor Unit The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. The Mk3 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit with a USB cable. A dedicated power supply unit is not required.

  • Page 18: Operating Panel Connectors (Mk3)

    Simrad Installation Manual Operating Panel connectors (Mk3) The Mk3 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit with a USB cable. Connect the USB cable to an available socket on the Processor Unit. The HT20470 Processor Unit allows you to enable "wake-up on USB" functionality. "Wake-up on USB"...

  • Page 19: Processor Unit Rear Panel Description: Ht20470 (Dc Version)

    Cable layout and interconnections Processor Unit rear panel description: HT20470 (DC Version) The rear panel of the Processor Unit holds the power socket and multiple interface ports. Ground Graphics adapter (Mini DisplayPorts) Graphics adapter (Not used) Serial ports (COM1-4) Ethernet connector (LAN2) DC power socket Ethernet connector (LAN3) USB-C port (Not used)
  • Page 20 Simrad Installation Manual The maximum length of the Ethernet cable is 100 meters. Serial line connectors Maximum length for an RS-232 serial cable is typically 60 meters with 2400 bps data rate, however this depends on the cable quality. Always check the cable manufacturers specifications for the actual "shunt capacitance".
  • Page 21 Cable layout and interconnections On the illustration, the sockets are identified with the following character: M. Related topics Cable layout and interconnections, page 16 110-0001063/A...

  • Page 22: Processor Unit Front Panel Description: Nexcom Nise 3900E

    Simrad Installation Manual Processor Unit front panel description: Nexcom NISE 3900E The front panel of the Processor Unit holds interface ports, LED indicators and an on/off switch. USB 2.0 ports Graphics adapter (DisplayPort) Audio input/output Serial port (The number and physical location of the serial ports may differ from one computer model to another.) Related topics Cable layout and interconnections, page 16...

  • Page 23: Processor Unit Rear Panel Description: Nexcom Nise 3900E

    Cable layout and interconnections Processor Unit rear panel description: Nexcom NISE 3900E The rear panel of the Processor Unit holds the power socket and multiple interface ports. DC power socket Remote control Serial ports (The number and physical location of the serial ports may differ from one computer model to another.) Ethernet RJ45 connectors Graphics adapter (DVI-D (Digital Visual Interface))
  • Page 24 Simrad Installation Manual USB connectors The Processor Unit offers several USB interface sockets. The USB sockets can be used to interface peripheral devices such as USB flash drives, portable hard disks, mouse and keyboard. USB is normally not used to interface peripheral devices, but this may be possible if you use USB to Serial converters.
  • Page 25 Cable layout and interconnections COM4 This serial port is set up for RS232 communication. This serial communication format is fixed and cannot be changed. Use USB-to-serial converters if additional serial lines are required. Several types are commercially available. Note that most USB-to-serial converters will introduce some latency.

  • Page 26: Setting To Work

    Simrad Installation Manual Setting to work Topics Visual inspection of the Operating Panel, page 26 Selecting which Operating Panel to use, page 27 Assigning functions to the rotary switches on the Operating Panel (Mk3), page 29 Enabling "Wake-up on USB" functionality, page 31 Preventing the sonar program from starting automatically, page 33 Visual inspection of the Operating Panel A visual inspection of the Operating Panel is required to verify that the unit has not been...

  • Page 27: Selecting Which Operating Panel To Use

    Setting to work Make sure that the unit is not physically damaged, and that the surfaces and paint-work are clean without dents or scratches. The physical handling during the installation may have caused some minor scratches to the surfaces or paint-work. This can be accepted. However, if rough handling has caused serious damage, this must be recorded with a written statement and necessary photos, so that corrective actions can be made.
  • Page 28 Simrad Installation Manual The sonar system supports several different operating panels. The Mk3 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit with a USB cable. A dedicated power supply unit is not required. The HT20470 Processor Unit allows you to enable "wake-up on USB" functionality. "Wake-up on USB"...

  • Page 29: Assigning Functions To The Rotary Switches On The Operating Panel (Mk3)

    Setting to work Assigning functions to the rotary switches on the Operating Panel (Mk3) 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 30 Simrad Installation Manual Plane Range This is the range setting in the Plane view. Active Ping Range This is the range setting in the currently active view. Active Ping Gain This is the gain setting in the currently active view Active Ping Bearing This is the bearing setting in the currently active view.

  • Page 31: Enabling "Wake-Up On Usb" Functionality

    Setting to work Auto Bearing This is an "on/off" function. Set this function to On to start the automatic search function. In the Auto Bearing mode the sonar system will automatically search within defined sector limits. The sector is identified in the view using two angular symbols.
  • Page 32 Simrad Installation Manual Context The Processor Unit offers several USB interface sockets. The USB sockets can be used to interface peripheral devices such as USB flash drives, portable hard disks, mouse and keyboard. Dedicated USB ports are provided for the "Wake-up on USB" functionality. "Wake-up on USB"...

  • Page 33: Preventing The Sonar Program From Starting Automatically

    Setting to work Preventing the sonar program from starting automatically The sonar program starts automatically when the Processor Unit is turned on. The remaining system units are turned on from the sonar program. This may not be what you need or want. Prerequisites It is assumed that you are familiar with the the Windows ®...

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    Simrad Installation Manual Technical specifications Topics Introduction to technical specifications, page 35 Operating Panel power requirements (Mk3), page 35 Operating Panel weight and outline dimensions (Mk3), page 35 Operating Panel environmental requirements (Mk3), page 36 Operating Panel compass safe distance (Mk3), page 36 110-0001063/A...

  • Page 35: Introduction To Technical Specifications

    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 36: Operating Panel Environmental Requirements (Mk3)

    Simrad Installation Manual Operating Panel environmental requirements (Mk3) • : Sonar Operating Panel Mk3 Make and model • : 0 to +50 °C Operating temperature • : -40 to 70 °C Storage temperature • : 5 to 95% relative, non-condensing Relative humidity •...
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