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Caution The EA640 echo sounder must never be powered up when the ship is in dry dock. The transducer will be damaged if it transmits in open air. To prevent inadvertent use of the EA640, disconnect the mains power whenever the vessel is in dry dock.
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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...
Installation Manual Table of contents ABOUT THIS MANUAL .............. 7 EA640..................8 System description ......................9 System diagram........................10 System units ........................11 Computer ........................ 11 Transceiver ......................11 Single-beam transducers..................12 Hydrophones ......................13 Scope of supply........................14 Installation requirements....................16 Supply voltage requirements ..................16 Cables and wiring requirements ................16...
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Installing the transducer on a steel hull................49 CABLING ................51 Cable plan ........................52 List of cables ........................53 Installing the EA640 cables .....................54 Connecting one or more transducer to the transceiver ...........54 Connecting power and ground to the transceiver ...........58 Connecting the WBT and the Operator Station............59 Connecting a synchronization cable to the computer using an RS232 serial interface ......................59...
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Installation Manual Specifications for storage after unpacking...............88 413764/C...
This publication is intended for technical personnel such as skilled shipyard and factory workers, electricians, qualified engineers, and naval architects. You must also be familiar with the installation of electronic and mechanical products. Online information For information about the EA640 and other products from Kongsberg Maritime, visit our website. https://www.kongsberg.com/maritime/ Registered trademarks Observe the registered trademarks that apply.
EA640 supports a wide range of inputs from third party sensors and you can also export these data and data from EA640 to a wide range of different outputs.
EA640 Installation Manual System diagram The system diagram identifies the main components of a basic EA640 system. Only the main connections between the units are shown. Detailed interface capabilities and power cables are not shown. The basic EA640 system consists of one transducer and one transceiver. Additional transceivers and transducers can be added to meet your operational and functional requirements.
19" rack tray and is delivered with a separate monitor. The computer may be a Hydrographic Operator Station (HOS). This is a computer with a built-in touch monitor. The EA640 can also be delivered with a laptop, or even a tablet. Transceiver The transceiver is provided to transmit acoustic energy through water.
15 Vdc, minimum 5 A. A suitable power supply is provided with the delivery. The transceiver can also be powered by a large capacity battery. Single-beam transducers The EA640 Hydrographic single beam echo sounder can be used with our efficient single-beam transducers. Kongsberg Maritime can provide a large range of efficient and accurate single-beam transducers and hydrophones for underwater mapping applications.
The installation of the transducer (or transducers) is not described in detail in this manual. See the documentation provided with each transducer. Hydrophones The EA640 hydrophones can be used alone or in as part of our single-beam echo sounders system. The EA Hydrophone system is an application based...
EA640 Installation Manual Scope of supply To assemble a complete EA640 system you need all the system units. The main units you need are provided with the standard delivery. When you unpack the parts provided with the EA640 system delivery, make sure that the following items are included.
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0.4x50 Computer The computer may be a Hydrographic Work Station (HWS). The computer may be a Hydrographic Operator Station (HOS). The EA640 can also be delivered with a laptop, or even a tablet. Operational software Operational software is provided on a suitable media. If the computer is purchased from Kongsberg Maritime, the operational software is pre-installed and ready for use.
Power consumption Cables and wiring requirements Correct wiring is crucial for the operational performance of the EA640 system. All cables running between system cabinets located in different rooms and/or on different decks must be supported and protected along their entire lengths using conduits and/or cable trays.
Securing the EA640 system itself has no meaning unless there is a policy in place that secures all computers in the network. This policy must include physical access by...
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EA640 system. If you wish to connect the EA640 system to the ship's local area network, you must implement the same security mechanisms on the EA640 computer(s) as for the rest of the network.
EA640 Support information Should you need technical support for your EA640 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.
Turn on the EA640 system for the first time, and set it to work. Note In order to turn on the EA640 system in a safe and correct manner, the relevant procedures must be complied to! Connect the peripheral units.
Tools, equipment and consumables required for installation To install the EA640 system, all necessary tools and equipment for mechanical work, cabinet installation and electrical wiring must be available. It is not practical to provide a detailed list of all necessary tools and equipment. You must be equipped with a standard set of tools.
Preparations Where to install the transducer Topics Introduction to transducer location, page 23 Mount the transducer deep, page 23 Avoid protruding objects near the transducer, page 24 Keep the transducer far away from the propellers, page 25 Mount the transducer at a safe distance from bow thruster(s), page 25 Summary and general recommendations, page 25 Introduction to transducer location A single answer to the question "where to install the transducer"...
The effect of slamming can be reduced by mounting the transducer as deep as possible on the hull. Note Kongsberg Maritime AS takes no responsibility for any damages to the transducer, the cable or the mounting arrangement, caused by slamming. Avoid protruding objects near the transducer Objects protruding from the hull will generate turbulence and flow noise.
When in operation, the noise and cavitation bubbles created by the thruster may make your EA640 transducer useless, almost no matter where it is installed. When the bow thrusters are not in operation, the tunnel creates turbulence. If your vessel is pitching, the tunnel may be filled with air or aerated water in the upper position and release this in the lower position.
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EA640 Installation Manual Transducer Hull length at water line Inclination angle Maximum 1/3 of the hull length at water line (C) If the vessel hull has a bulbous bow, this may well be a good transducer location, but also in this case the flow pattern of the aerated water must be taken into consideration.
Preparations Acoustic noise Topics Contributing factors, page 27 Self noise, page 28 Ambient noise, page 31 Electrical self noise, page 31 Some means to reduce acoustic noise, page 31 Contributing factors Several factors are contributing to the performance of the hydroacoustic equipment used on board a vessel.
EA640 Installation Manual The noise that contributes to the signal to noise ratio may be divided into the following types of noise: • Self noise • Ambient noise • Electrical noise • Reverberation • Underwater noise The transducer can pick up noise from: •...
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Preparations Machinery noise The main contributor to machinery noise is usually the main engine on board the vessel. The contribution from auxiliary machinery may, however, be considerable, especially if it is in poor shape. The machinery noise can be transmitted to the transducer as: •...
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EA640 Installation Manual Flow noise The upper water layers of the sea contain a myriad of small air bubbles created by the breaking waves. When the hull moves through water it will cause a disturbance, and this will generate friction. The friction zone is called the flow boundary layer. The water flow in this boundary layer may be laminar or turbulent.
Preparations nearly the same frequency. Interference effects can be observed with all types of waves, for example, light, radio, acoustic, surface water waves or matter waves. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wave_interference — April 2016 Ambient noise Ambient noise is usually not a limiting factor to the performance of sonars and echo sounders.
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EA640 Installation Manual Note The information here must be considered as general advice. Each system installation must be handled separately depending on the hull design and the other electrical and mechanical systems installed on the vessel. Reducing flow noise • The shape of the transducer (or dome around it) must be as streamlined as possible.
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• Make sure that all units are properly grounded. This is important to avoid electrical noise. • Use shielded cables with correct grounding. • Separate the cables used by the EA640 system from other cables with high voltages, large currents or transients. Place all high voltage power cables in metal conduits. 413764/C...
EA640 Installation Manual Installation Topics Installing the transceiver, page 35 Installing the transceiver in a 19" rack, page 36 Installing the computer in a display mount, page 37 Installing the computer in a desk mount, page 39 Installing the computer in a compact rack mount, page 40 Installing the computer in a 19"...
Installation Installing the transceiver The transceiver is normally positioned in a dedicated room in the vicinity of the transducer. The physical length of the cable limits the distance between the transducer and the transceiver. The Wide Band Transceiver (WBT) can be installed vertically or horizontally using the integrated mounting brackets.
The WBT can be installed in a 19-inch cabinet by means of an optional drawer. You will need one drawer for each Wide Band Transceiver (WBT). Context If your EA640 system comprises more than one Wide Band Transceiver (WBT), you can use the optional WBT Cabinet. This 19" cabinet holds maximum seven transceivers with power supplies, as well as an Ethernet switch and a power distribution panel.
Installation Further requirements Connect the cables. Installing the computer in a display mount The MC3xx computer is available with a VESA Display mounting kit. This mounting kit allows you to attach the computer on the rear side of a display. Prerequisites A suitable location for the computer must be defined prior to installation.
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EA640 Installation Manual Place the mount on the display and fasten the screws. Fasten the stand to the mount. Insert the computer into the mount. Further requirements Connect the cables to the HWS. 413764/C...
Installation Installing the computer in a desk mount The MC3xx computer is available with a VESA Desk mounting kit. This mounting kit allows you to attach the computer under a desk. Prerequisites A suitable location for the computer must be defined prior to installation. Note The thickness of the desk top must be minimum 19 mm.
EA640 Installation Manual Mount the unit under the desk. Note The thickness of the desk top must be minimum 19 mm. Further requirements Connect the cables to the HWS. Installing the computer in a compact rack mount The MC3xx computer is available with a compact rack mounting kit. This option allows the computer, power supply and an optional Ethernet switch to be installed in a 19 "...
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Installation Context Computer Power Supply Unit The compact rack mounting kit contains a fixed shelf that can be installed in a 19” rack. With the optional Ethernet switch, the available network connections can be increased to 5. Procedure Install the Power Supply Unit. Use a 7 mm socket wrench with an extender.
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EA640 Installation Manual Attach the strain relief to the computer. Slide the HWS onto the shelf. Optional: Install the USB to Ethernet converter. Secure the cables to the strain relief. Allow enough slack so the HWS can be removed from the shelf by pressing down the lip in front and extracting the whole unit.
Installation Installing the computer in a 19" rack The MC3xx computer is available with a 19” rack drawer. This mounting kit allows the computer, with power supply and additional equipment, to be installed in a sliding drawer in a 19" rack. Prerequisites The minimum depth of the rack is 520 mm.
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EA640 Installation Manual Display cables Moving arm Ethernet switch for network connection Removable SSD USB hub Procedure Adjust the side rails to fit the rack. Place the drawer in the rack. Fasten the drawer in the front and the back with bolts and nuts.
The installation shipyard must provide all necessary design and installation drawings, as well as the relevant work standards and mounting procedures. If required, all documents provided by the shipyard for the physical installation of the EA640 transducer must be approved by the vessel’s national registry and corresponding maritime authority and/or classification society.
EA640 Installation Manual The shipowner and shipyard doing the installation are responsible for obtaining and paying for such approval. Important Finalize the steel conduit installation before you pull the transducer cable through it. Make sure that there are no spatter, sharp edges or protruding objects that can damage the transducer cables.
Installation Necessary information for the installation of each transducer can be found in the end-user documentation provided with it. Procedure Determine the physical location of the transducer. The decision must be based on: • Vessel drawings • Shape and properties of vessel hull Make sure that all possible considerations are made to reduce noise.
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EA640 Installation Manual Note Whenever relevant, all drawings as well as the physical installation of each device must be approved by the vessel’s national registry and corresponding maritime authority and/or classification society. The following special tools are required for this installation: •...
The force of the water when the hull falls down can push the transducer up, and this may cause damage both to the transducer and to its mounting. Note Kongsberg Maritime AS takes no responsibility for any damages to the transducer, the cable or the mounting arrangement, caused by slamming. 413764/C...
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EA640 Installation Manual Threaded rod with suitable diameter and length, welded to the bottom of the fairing Washer Transducer cable Hull Fill with suitable filling compound (putty) to reduce flow noise Procedure Lift the transducer up into is location, and align the holes on the transducer with the threaded rods welded to the fairing.
EA640 Installation Manual Cable plan The cables are part of the delivery with the main units. Computer Ethernet switch Transceiver Unit Power Supply Unit Transducer 413764/C...
The cable is supplied with the EA640 delivery. Identifying EA640 cables on a project cable drawing The EA640 system is often a part of a project delivery. For such deliveries, specific project cable drawings are established to show all the main cables, and how the various products are connected.
Connecting a synchronization cable to the computer using an RS232 serial interface, page 59 Connecting one or more transducer to the transceiver Depending on your operational requirements for the EA640, one or more transducers must be connected to the WBT. Prerequisites It is strongly recommended to lay a steel conduit from the cable gland above the transducer to the transceiver, and to pull the transducer cable through this conduit.
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Cabling WBT – Standard : Transducer: Channel 1 - 2 : Transducer: Channel 3 - 4 WBT – High power : Transducer: Channel 1 - 2 Procedure Pull the transducer cable through the steel conduit. Make sure that an ample length of the transducer cable is available for maintenance and replacement.
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EA640 Installation Manual Make sure you use the correct size cable gland according to the cable size. The cable glands are included in the delivery. Use a blind plug to cover the points not in use. Pull the transducer cable through the cable glands.
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Cabling 13 Connect the conductors in the transducer cable to the correct pins in the plugs, using the pin-out and the ship’s cable plan. Check the license information to see which transducer to install where. 14 Connect the plugs to P1 and P2. 15 Make sure the conductive gasket is still attached to the WBT.
16 Fasten the panel. Connecting power and ground to the transceiver The EA640 WBT is powered by a dedicated power supply connected to the AC mains, or from a suitable battery for DC operation. The unit must be properly grounded.
An RS-232 serial line connection using the Request To Send (RTS) and Clear To Send (CTS) signals is common way to connect the EA640 to external devices for synchronisation purposes. The cable is connected to the serial line adapter on Operator Station.
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You must use an RS-232 interface for this purpose. Connect the serial cable from the Operator Station to the peripheral device. On the peripheral device, wire as described in the relevant documentation. Further requirements All serial interfaces must be defined in the EA640 software prior to use. 413764/C...
The cable screen must be connected to each cable gland. The cable screen and the junction box chassis must not be connected to vessel ground. Avoid ground loops. If you need an extension cable, contact your dealer (or Kongsberg Maritime) for support. 413764/C...
The socket fits a Conxall 7-pin Mini-Con-X ® shielded plug. The connections are made on pins 2, 3 and 5. The plug can be ordered from the manufacturer or purchased from Kongsberg Maritime. Use part number 387563. • : Switchcraft Conxall Manufacturer •...
RS-232 used as synchronization trigger (input or output) An RS-232 serial line connection using the Request To Send (RTS) and Clear To Send (CTS) signals is common way to connect the EA640 system to external devices for synchronization purposes. Local connection...
Technical specifications Performance specifications These performance specifications summarize the main functional and operational characteristics of the system. Pulse lengths and maximum resolution • : CW 32 - 512 μs, FM, Resolution: 0.3 cm 500 kHz • : CW 64 - 1024 μs, Resolution: 0.6 cm 200 kHz •...
: English, French, Icelandic, Norwegian, Spanish, German Menu languages Interface specifications The EA640 system will interface with peripheral systems and sensors using standard and/or proprietary datagram formats. Supported datagram formats for GPS (position) information The EA640 system supports the following datagram formats for position information: •...
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• NMEA MTW The NMEA MTW datagram provides the current water temperature. Supported datagram formats for heading and gyro information The EA640 system supports the following datagram formats for vessel heading and/or gyro information: • NMEA HDT The NMEA HDT datagram provides the true vessel heading. The information is normally provided by a course gyro.
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Systems for heave, roll and pitch compensation. When you select this protocol, the number of sensor variables is fixed, and there is no token associated with it. Supported datagram formats for sound speed sensors The EA640 supports the following datagram format from a sound speed sensor. • AML Sound speed AML is a third-party proprietary datagram format created by AML Oceanographic (http://www.amloceanographic.com) for use with their sound velocity probes.
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Technical specifications Supported datagram formats for depth information The EA640 system supports the following datagram formats for depth output: • The NMEA DBS datagram provides the current depth from the surface. The datagram is no longer recommended for use in new designs. It is frequently replaced by the NMEA DPT datagram format.
• SILAS This is a proprietary format that was created for the SILAS software. • The Out file format is a proprietary file format created by Kongsberg.. • TIFF TIFF file format. This is a picture format. Weights and outline dimensions These weights and outline dimension characteristics summarize the physical properties of the system.
Maximum power consumption The technical specifications are those valid for the computer that is provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the EA640 system. For specifications related to a locally purchased computer, refer to the documentation provided with the unit.
Ingress protection (IP) code The technical specifications are those valid for the computer that may be ordered from Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the EA640 delivery. For specifications related to a locally purchased computer, refer to the documentation provided with the unit.
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Technical specifications • : 0 to +50 °C Operating temperature • : -40 to 70 °C Storage temperature • : 5 to 95% relative, non-condensing Operating humidity 413764/C...
EA640 Installation Manual Equipment handling Topics Transporting Kongsberg Maritime equipment, page 79 Lifting units and transportation boxes, page 80 Inspection of units and transportation boxes after arrival, page 81 Specifications for storage prior to installation or use, page 82 Unpacking instructions, page 83...
In the absence of other information, no other boxes must be stacked on top of it. Handle all boxes and units with care. Note Due to the nature of Kongsberg Maritime’s products, and the extensive use of delicate electronic parts, all units and boxes must be regarded and handled as fragile equipment.
EA640 Installation Manual Lifting units and transportation boxes Some of the boxes used to hold equipment units may be heavy. Use caution when lifting. Prerequisites Units and boxes may be heavy. Make sure that you have the necessary equipment required for lifting heavy items. Persons using the lifting equipment must be skilled and have the relevant certificate(s).
Equipment handling Handle all units and boxes with care. Note Due to the nature of Kongsberg Maritime’s products, and the extensive use of delicate electronic parts, all units and boxes must be regarded and handled as fragile equipment. Inspection of units and transportation boxes...
EA640 Installation Manual Specifications for storage prior to installation or use When a system, a unit or a spare part has been delivered to the customer, it may be subject to long time storage prior to installation and use. General specifications During this storage period, certain specifications must be met.
Equipment handling Caution Units containing lithium or alkaline batteries must be handled separately and with care. Such units are marked accordingly. Do not attempt to recharge such batteries, open them, or dispose of them by incineration. Refer to the applicable product data sheets or battery handling procedures for further details.
Describe the damage, and collect photographic evidence if possible. Return the inspection report to Kongsberg Maritime as soon as possible. Place the box on a stable work bench or on the floor with the top of the box facing upwards.
Equipment handling Once the carton is open, carefully remove all loose packing and insulation material. Check for user manuals and other documents that may have been added to the carton during packing. Check also for special tools, door keys etc. Unpacking mechanical units Prior to installation or use, mechanical units must be unpacked from their transport boxes.
Describe the damage, and collect photographic evidence if possible. Return the inspection report to Kongsberg Maritime as soon as possible. Assuming all is well, open the bag and remove the unit. Take out and keep the documentation.
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Equipment handling Context Transducers may be supplied mounted to a hull unit (if any), or packed separately. Sonar heads and hydrophones are normally packed and shipped in separate boxes. Boxes are identified by the order number and the serial number of the unit inside. Note Once a transducer, sonar head or hydrophone is unpacked, make sure that the body and the cabling are not exposed to any mechanical stress.
Do not break the seal to open a circuit board package before the board is to be used. If the board package is returned to Kongsberg Maritime with the seal broken, we will assume that the unit has been used and you will be billed accordingly.
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Equipment handling Note Unless otherwise specified, transducers and hydrophones must not be stored in temperatures below −10°C and above +50°C. 413764/C...
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EA640 Installation Manual Index cable drawing auxiliary connector ........62 about RS-232 used as synchronization trigger (input ambient noise..........31 or output) ..........63 bow thruster noise ........25 synchronization cable ........62 cavitation......... 24–25, 29 cable plan ............ 52 electrical noise ........
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Index datagram formats EA640 annotation data ........... 72 system diagram........... 10 depth information ........73 electrical noise drop keel information ........72 acoustic noise........29, 31 GPS (Global Positioning System) ..... 70 electromechanical unit gyro compass ..........71 unpacking ..........85 heading sensor..........
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Installing the transceiver ......35–36 transducer ..........12 lift units and transportation boxes ..... 80 Mounting the transducer ......47, 49 transport Kongsberg Maritime equipment.... 79 unpack a hydrophone........86 Kongsberg Maritime unpack a mechanical unit ....... 85 support ............ 19 unpack a sonar head ........
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....80 installation requirements........ 17 Mounting the transducer ......47, 49 transporting Kongsberg Maritime equipment ..79 unpacking a hydrophone ........ 86 unpacking a mechanical unit ......85 offices unpacking a sonar head ......... 86 support ............
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EA640 Installation Manual responsibility Wide Band Transceiver (WBT) ......16 installation drawings ........22 support installation instructions ......... 22 information ..........19 RS-232 offices............19 RS-232 used as synchronization trigger (input Support information ........19 or output) ..........63 Supported datagram formats for sound speed RS-232 used as synchronization trigger (input or sensors ............
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Index transducer auxiliary connector ........62 about ............12 connecting AC mains........58 bow thrusters ..........25 connecting Ethernet ........59 cavitation..........25 connecting ground to ........58 connector..........54 outline dimensions........65, 74 description ..........12 power requirements........16 installation summary ........
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