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- Page 1 MiniS LF Transponder Instruction Manual 458122/B September 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 Kongsberg Maritime’s...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Instruction Manual Table of contents ABOUT THIS MANUAL .............. 5 CNODE MINIS LF ..............6 System description ......................7 Naming description......................7 System units ........................8 Transponders ......................8 Battery charger ......................8 Remote transducers ....................9 TTC 10 (Transponder Test and Configuration unit)..........9 Support information ......................10 GENERAL ACOUSTIC CONSIDERATIONS ........ - Page 4 MiniS LF ON/OFF plug spare part ....................31 Configuration or power cable spare part................31 Floating collar spare part ....................31 Transducer guard spare part.....................32 TTC 10 spare part ......................32 Test and configuration cable (TTC to MiniS) spare part ..........32 Test and configuration cable (PC to MiniS) spare part ............32 DRAWING FILE..............
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Page 5: About This Manual
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. HiPAP ® is a registered trademark of Kongsberg Maritime AS in Norway and other countries. ® cNODE is a registered trademark of Kongsberg Maritime AS in Norway and other countries. -
Page 6: Cnode Minis Lf
MiniS LF Instruction Manual cNODE MiniS LF Topics System description, page 7 Naming description, page 7 System units, page 8 Support information, page 10 458122/B... -
Page 7: System Description
MiniS LF System description cNODE MiniS LF is a family of transponders for underwater positioning and data links, and operates with HiPAP and cPAP transceivers. The cNODE MiniS LF transponders are ideal for positioning ROVs. They have responder and transponder functionality, SSBL and LBL positioning, and telemetry capabilities. -
Page 8: System Units
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Transponder identification The transponders have labels that identifies • the transponder name • serial number • default channels System units Transponders The transponders have a depth rating of 7000 metres, and the housing is a titanium tube which is polyurethane coated to protect against corrosion and abrasion. -
Page 9: Remote Transducers
The transponder test and configuration unit is designed for on deck testing and configuration of the transponders. The TTC can test all Kongsberg Transponder low frequency channels, Cymbal and FSK. It can also test telemetry Transponders with internal and external sensors. -
Page 10: Support Information
Support information Should you need technical support for your cNODE MiniS LF system you must contact a Kongsberg Maritime office. A list of all our offices is available on our website. You can also contact our main support office in Norway. -
Page 11: General Acoustic Considerations
General acoustic considerations General acoustic considerations Take this information into consideration when deploying the transponders. Acoustic range The term depth rating should not be confused with the term acoustic range. The acoustic range is dependent on many factors, and some of the factors are outside the control of the user. - Page 12 MiniS LF Instruction Manual Sound velocity and ray bending Variations in water temperature affects the velocity of sound through the water column, and variations in the ocean’s salinity level can bend the acoustic signal making it impossible for the signal to reach the vessel.
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Page 13: Getting Started
Getting started Getting started Topics Charging the battery (on-deck), page 14 Turning on the transponder, page 15 Connecting the transponder to external power and responder signals, page 16 Changing between responder and transponder mode, page 17 Turning on the TTC, page 17 Acoustic test, page 17 Pre-deployment checks, page 18 Deployment, page 19... -
Page 14: Charging The Battery (On-Deck)
The battery charger will only start to charge if the battery capacity is lower than 96 %. Caution Equalize the temperature of the cNODE MiniS LF to between 10 °C and 40 °C before charging it. For on-deck charging, use the cNODE battery charger only. -
Page 15: Turning On The Transponder
Getting started connecting the cNODE battery charger to the mains. The battery will be charged within 1 hour. The LED indicator will stay green when fully charged. The transponder is ready for use. Turning on the transponder The transponder is designed for operation in water only. The transponder may be operated in air for test purposes over a short period of time. -
Page 16: Connecting The Transponder To External Power And Responder Signals
External power (24 VDC) Ground Procedure Use the cable with part number 402462 from Kongsberg. Connect wire 6 and 8 in the pigtail (the ON/OFF function). When 6-8 are linked, the transponder is ON. With no connection between 6-8, the transponder is OFF. -
Page 17: Changing Between Responder And Transponder Mode
Prerequisites The transponder must be charged before use. By default when the cNODE MiniS LF is turned on it is in transponder mode. The signal input for the responder function must be between 2 and 6 ms with a positive pulse of 5 to 24 V. -
Page 18: Pre-Deployment Checks
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Place the test transducer face to face with the transponder transducer. Select the tab. Acoustic test Type in the serial number, if necessary. Type in the transponder channel number, if necessary. Interrogate A green indicator will flash on the display if there is acoustic contact with the transponder. -
Page 19: Deployment
Getting started Result The transponder is ready for use. Deployment The transponder is designed for operation in water only. The transponder may be operated in air for test purposes over a short period of time. Prerequisites The transponder must be charged before use. It is recommended to test the transponder with the Test and Configuration unit (TTC) to make sure it is working properly before operation. -
Page 20: Cymbal Protocol
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Recharge the unit. Result The transponder is ready for use. Cymbal protocol Cymbal is the acoustic protocol used both for positioning of subsea transponders in SSBL/LBL mod and data communication to and from transponders. It uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) signals. -
Page 21: Operating Procedures
Operating procedures Operating procedures The transponder is operated from the HiPAP operator station APOS. • Refer to APOS online help for descriptions. 458122/B... -
Page 22: Maintenance
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Maintenance Topics Safety features, page 23 Charging the battery (on-deck), page 23 Replacing the connector, page 25 Lubricating SEACON connectors, page 26 Battery charger status and troubleshooting, page 28 458122/B... -
Page 23: Safety Features
Resetting the valve can in certain cases be obstructed due to production of acids and salts leaking from a damaged battery. In such cases the battery and circuits may have been damaged. Please contact Kongsberg Maritime for assistance. Handling a transponder with an open relief valve or heated body If the transponder body is hot when recovered, place the transponder fully submerged in a bucket of water for 24 hours or deploy into the sea permanently. - Page 24 MiniS LF Instruction Manual Caution Equalize the temperature of the cNODE MiniS LF to between 10 °C and 40 °C before charging it. For on-deck charging, use the cNODE battery charger only. Never charge the battery unattended. Procedure Disconnect the on/off plug from the cNODE transponder.
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Page 25: Replacing The Connector
Maintenance Replacing the connector The connector kit consists of a connector, a receptacle, crimp terminals and a cable sleeve. Context Cable specifications This is the Molex plug seen from the back where the crimp terminals are installed and a face view of the connector. Procedure Remove the transducer. -
Page 26: Lubricating Seacon Connectors
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Clean the threads in the transponder housing. Feed the wires on the new connector through the connector hole. Use Loctite 243 on the threads and apply activator. 10 Insert the connector. 11 Tighten the connector to 10 Nm. - Page 27 Maintenance Flush connector interface with fresh water (deionized water if available), remove all dirt, grit and grease. Inspect for damage in sealing areas, excessive corrosion, debonding of the cable and connector interface and cuts in the cable jacket. Apply thin film of dilectric compound (DC) grease, silicon based, to sealing areas of male connector and across the face of the female connector.
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Page 28: Battery Charger Status And Troubleshooting
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Battery charger status and troubleshooting The battery charger has a LED indicator for easier troubleshooting. LED indicator What it means How to fix this Flashing green The battery is charging Steady green The battery is fully charged Flashing red •... -
Page 29: Spare Parts
Spare parts Spare parts Topics Ordering spare parts, page 30 cNODE MiniS 17-180 Ti spare part , page 30 cNODE MiniS 17-S Ti spare part , page 30 TDR50V spare part , page 30 Transducer cable spare part, page 31 Battery charger spare part, page 31 ON/OFF plug spare part , page 31 Configuration or power cable spare part, page 31... -
Page 30: Ordering Spare Parts
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Ordering spare parts To make the order process as short and efficient as possible, you must provide accurate information about the product, the part you need, and yourself. The following information must be provided with your order: •... -
Page 31: Transducer Cable Spare Part
Spare parts Transducer cable spare part • : cNODE MiniS LF transducer cable Part name • : 345772 Part number Battery charger spare part • : cNODE MiniS LF battery charger Part name • : 404199 Part number ON/OFF plug spare part •... -
Page 32: Transducer Guard Spare Part
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Transducer guard spare part • : Transducer guard Part name • : 439442 Part number TTC 10 spare part • : TTC 10 (Transponder Test and Configuration unit) Part name • : 463018 Part number... -
Page 33: Drawing File
Drawing file Drawing file Topics cNODE MiniS 17-180 Ti dimensions , page 34 cNODE MiniS 17-S Ti dimensions , page 35 TDR50V St dimensions , page 36 TDR50V Ti dimensions , page 37 Transducer guard dimensions, page 38 Floating collar dimensions, page 39 Configuration or power connector pinout, page 40 458122/B... -
Page 34: Cnode Minis 17-180 Ti Dimensions
MiniS LF Instruction Manual cNODE MiniS 17-180 Ti dimensions 458122/B... -
Page 35: Cnode Minis 17-S Ti Dimensions
Drawing file cNODE MiniS 17-S Ti dimensions 458122/B... -
Page 36: Tdr50V St Dimensions
MiniS LF Instruction Manual TDR50V St dimensions 458122/B... -
Page 37: Tdr50V Ti Dimensions
Drawing file TDR50V Ti dimensions 458122/B... -
Page 38: Transducer Guard Dimensions
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Transducer guard dimensions 458122/B... -
Page 39: Floating Collar Dimensions
Drawing file Floating collar dimensions 458122/B... -
Page 40: Configuration Or Power Connector Pinout
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Configuration or power connector pinout The external connector is for configuration, responder function, on/off function and charging. This is the pin configuration for a male connector, as seen towards the connector (face view). Pin 1, 2 and 3 is for configuration. -
Page 41: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications Technical specifications Topics Performance specifications, page 42 Weights and outline dimensions, page 43 Power requirements, page 44 Environmental requirements, page 44 458122/B... -
Page 42: Performance Specifications
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Performance specifications These performance specifications summarize the main functional and operational characteristics of the system. • : 7000 m Depth rating • : 12 kHz Operating frequency • : 5 - 25 V positive logic pulse (2 - 6 ms) Responder trigger signal •... -
Page 43: Weights And Outline Dimensions
Technical specifications MiniS 17-180 Ti • : 180° Transducer beam • : < 85 dB Trigger level • : 188 dB Source level • : 10,000 m (depending on Operating range conditions) TDR50V • : 50° Vertical Transducer beam • : <... -
Page 44: Power Requirements
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Power requirements These power characteristics summarize the supply power requirements for the system. Battery • : Li-Ion (LiFePO Battery type • : 58 Wh Nominal capacity Battery charger • : 115/230 VAC 50–60 Hz maximum 1.4 A Input voltage •... -
Page 45: Battery Safety
Battery safety Battery safety Topics SECTION 1: Identification, page 46 SECTION 2: Hazards identification, page 46 SECTION 3: Composition, page 47 SECTION 4: First aid measures, page 47 SECTION 5: Firefighting measures, page 48 SECTION 6: Accidental release measures, page 48 SECTION 7: Handling and storage, page 49 SECTION 8: Exposure control and personal protection, page 49 SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties, page 50... -
Page 46: Section 1: Identification
MiniS LF Instruction Manual SECTION 1: Identification The specification describes the technical parameters for the battery. The cNODE MiniS LF contains a custom made 58 Wh Li-Ion battery. • Product name: cNODE MiniS Battery • Part number: 396782 • Manufacturer: Kongsberg Maritime AS •... -
Page 47: Section 3: Composition
Battery safety • External fire: Internal pressure and thermal runaway may be the consequences if the cells inside the battery are exposed to temperatures above 85 °C. • Internal short circuit: Internal short circuit in a cell. Destruction of the separator can cause a short circuit between the anode and cathode. -
Page 48: Section 5: Firefighting Measures
MiniS LF Instruction Manual • : The chemicals are skin irritant. Rinse immediately with a lot of water Skin contact and soap for at least 15 minutes. Wipe immediately away excess material with waterless hand cleaner. Remove contaminated clothing and wash it thoroughly before reuse. -
Page 49: Section 7: Handling And Storage
Battery safety Prevent material from contaminating soil and from entering sewers or waterways. Stop the leak if safe to do so. Contain the spilled liquid with dry sand or earth. Clean up the spills immediately. Absorb spilled material with an inert absorbent (dry sand or earth). Scoop contaminated absorbent into an acceptable waste container. -
Page 50: Section 9: Physical And Chemical Properties
MiniS LF Instruction Manual SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties The battery is solid with a hard surface. There is no risk for exposure to the chemicals inside an undamaged battery during normal operation and transportation. The battery is a solid and sealed unit. The battery cannot be opened to reveal the individual cells. -
Page 51: Section 13: Disposal Considerations
The battery is certified according to UN 38.3. • Shipment of transponder Each cNODE MiniS LF transponder is transported as a closed and sealed unit, and must not be opened by unauthorized personnel. The cNODE MiniS LF transponder must be shipped in accordance with the prevailing national regulations;... -
Page 52: Section 15: Regulatory Information
MiniS LF Instruction Manual Note Damaged transponders that are returned to the manufacturer for repair must be transported without batteries. Damaged or spent batteries that have been recalled by the manufacturer for safety reasons must not be transported by air. - Page 53 ........49 lubricating underwater connector...... 26 fire fighting measures........48 preform pre-deployment checks ....... 18 handling and storage........49 Turning on the cNODE MiniS LF system.... 15 personal protection ........49 information charging the battery........14, 23 support ............ 10 connecting the pigtail to the external power technical support .........
- Page 54 ............ 16 information ..........10 lubricating underwater connector...... 26 offices............10 Turning on the cNODE MiniS LF system.... 15 temperature what to do before deployment......18 requirements ..........44 458122/B...
- Page 55 ..........9 troubleshooting battery charger ........... 28 introduction ..........9 overview ........... 9 purpose ............. 9 Turning on the cNODE MiniS LF system....15 underwater connector lubricating..........26 vessel system about ............11 website document downloads ........5 weight technical specifications........
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