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2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM
U S E R H A R D W A R E M A N U A L
0019849_REV_E
11/9/2023
EdgeTech
4 Little Brook Road
West Wareham, MA 02576
Tel: (508) 291-0057
Fax: (508) 291-2491
www.EdgeTech.com

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  • Page 1 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM U S E R H A R D W A R E M A N U A L 0019849_REV_E 11/9/2023 EdgeTech 4 Little Brook Road West Wareham, MA 02576 Tel: (508) 291-0057 Fax: (508) 291-2491 www.EdgeTech.com...
  • Page 2 The information, figures, and specifications in this manual are proprietary. They are issued in strict confidence on condition that they not be copied, reprinted, or disclosed to a third party, either wholly or in part, without the prior written consent of EdgeTech. Any reproduction of EdgeTech-supplied software or file sharing is strictly prohibited.

  • Page 3: Attention - Read This First

    ATTENTION – READ THIS FIRST! Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Where applicable, warnings, cautions, and notes are provided in this manual as follows: WARNING! Identifies a potential hazard that could cause injury or death. CAUTION! Identifies a potential hazard that could damage equipment or data.

  • Page 4: Hardware Variations And Compatibility

    Although the component manufacturers—along with their models and styles—may change from unit to unit, replacement parts will generally be interchangeable. EdgeTech will make every effort to see that replacement components are interchangeable and use the same software drivers (if applicable). At times, however, direct replacements may not exist. When this happens, EdgeTech will provide the necessary drivers with the replacement part.

  • Page 5: About This Document

    Purpose of this Manual The purpose of this manual is to provide the user with information on the setup and use of EdgeTech’s 2300/2300B Combined Sonar System. Although this manual encompasses the latest operational features of the 2300/2300B Combined Sonar System, some features may be periodically upgraded. Therefore, the information in this manual is subject to change and should be used for reference only.

  • Page 6: Warranty Statement

    All equipment manufactured by EdgeTech is warrantied against defective components and workmanship for a period of one year after shipment. Warranty repair will be done by EdgeTech free of charge. Shipping costs are to be borne by the customer. Malfunction due to improper use is not covered in the warranty, and EdgeTech disclaims any liability for consequential damage resulting from defects in the performance of the equipment.

  • Page 7: Software Service Overview

    EdgeTech provides software services free of charge. This software agreement does not address customer- specified modifications or enhancements. These services may be ordered separately. Furthermore, EdgeTech software upgrades are meant for the sole use of EdgeTech customers. Any reproduction of EdgeTech-supplied software or file sharing is strictly prohibited.

  • Page 8: Returned Material Authorization

    Refer to the RMA number on all documentation and correspondences. All returned materials must be shipped prepaid. Freight collect shipments will not be accepted. All equipment should be adequately insured for shipping, but equipment belonging to EdgeTech must be insured for full value.

  • Page 9: Customer Service

    CUSTOMER SERVICE Customer service personnel at EdgeTech are always eager to hear from users of our products. Your feedback is welcome and a valuable source of information we use to improve these products. Therefore, we encourage you to contact EdgeTech Customer Service to offer any suggestions or to request technical...

  • Page 10: Company Background

    — for the acquisition of underwater data, including marine, estuarine, and coastal applications — for over 50 years. EdgeTech responds to the needs of the scientific, naval, and offshore communities by providing industry- leading equipment — such as sub-bottom profilers, side scan sonar, acoustic releases, USBL positioning systems, and bathymetric Systems —...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Doppler Velocity Log (DVL) Mount ..................1-24 1.4.4 Magnetometer Interface ....................1-24 Software Options: ........................1-25 1.5.1 Bathymetric Gap-Fill Option: ....................1-25 SPECIFICATIONS ........................2-26 Towfish Specifications ......................2-26 2.1.1 2300 Towfish Acoustic Specifications ................. 2-26 2.1.2 2300B MPES Bathymetric Specifications ................2-27...
  • Page 12 Towfish Bridle Adjustments for Towing, Movement, and Transport ........4-49 4.2.1 Adjusting Bridle Strut Position for Towing Movement and Transport....... 4-49 4.2.2 Configuring the 2300 for Shipping and Transport .............. 4-51 Power Requirements ....................... 4-53 4.3.1 Use of an Uninterrupted Power Supply ................4-53 4.3.2...
  • Page 13 Connecting the 2300 Mux to a Computer ................4-55 4.7.2 Connecting and Attaching the Tow Cable to the Towfish ..........4-56 4.7.3 Connecting the Tow Cable to the 2300 Mux ..............4-56 4.7.4 Connecting An Optional Magnetometer ................4-57 ACTIVATION, TEST, AND DEPLOYMENT ................. 5-58 Activating a 2300-Rack Mount System ..................
  • Page 14 Computer System Restoration ....................7-90 KITS: ............................ 8-94 2300/2300B Towfish Spare Kits ....................8-94 2300 MUX Topside Spare Kit ....................8-95 AUV/ROV Mounting Kit ......................8-96 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 15: List Of Figures

    Figure 2-4: 2300 Multiplexer ICD ......................2-32 Figure 2-5: 2300 Rack Mount Drawing ....................2-33 Figure 3-1: 2300 Towfish Top-Down Internal View with Component Callouts ........3-34 Figure 3-2: 2300 Topside System Connection Diagram ................3-35 Figure 3-3: 2300 Subsea Hardware Configuration ................... 3-36 Figure 3-4: Non-Bathymetric Sonar Processing Endcap Drawing ............
  • Page 16 Figure 4-6: Bridle at ~ 80⁰ Position For Crating and Transport ..............4-52 Figure 4-7: 2x4 Installation in Crating to Restrict Vertical and Lateral Movement ......... 4-53 Figure 4-8: 2300 Mux and Computer Connected By Ethernet Cable ............4-56 Figure 4-9: 2300 Mux Sea Cable Connector ..................... 4-57 Figure 5-1: WebRelay Control Interface ....................
  • Page 17 xvii Figure 6-5: Inner Tail Bolt Positions (future versions will be fixed and not adjustable) ......6-77 Figure 6-6: Top Cover Hex Screw Removal ....................6-78 Figure 6-7: Mounted Sub-Bottom Transducer secured by Mounting Brackets and Worm Clamp ..6-79 Figure 6-8: Vertical Mounting Brackets Proper Alignment ..............
  • Page 18 Table 4-1: AC Power Cord Wiring ......................4-54 Table 5-1: 2300 with QTY 4 DW 106 Transducers and 500 Meters of Cable A302799 Paid Out ..... 5-69 Table 5-2: 2300 with QTY 4 DW 106 Transducers and 1,000 Meters of Cable A302799 Paid Out ..5-69 Table 5-3: 2300 with QTY 4 DW 106 Transducers and 2,000 Meters of Cable A302799 Paid Out ..

  • Page 19: Overview

    2300B system incorporates 230/540/850 kHz side scan, sub-bottom profiler, and EdgeTech’s 540 kHz MPES Bathymetry. The Multi- Phase Echo Sounder (MPES) produces real-time, high-resolution, three-dimensional (3D) seafloor maps while providing co-registered simultaneous dual-frequency side-scan imagery. Additional 2300 system features include a telemetry multiplexer, Discover software sub-bottom refection coefficient calculation, built-in heading, pitch and roll sensors, and a rear magnetometer shackle mount.

  • Page 20: Key Features

    1-20 1.1 Key Features The 2300 is a fully integrated deep-water capable side-scan and sub-bottom system that supports many options. Tri-Frequency Side Scan Sonar: A standard 2300 side-scan configuration is either a 120/410/850 kHz or 230/540/850 kHz that can operate any two frequencies simultaneously. The system frequency choice can be instantly reconfigured, allowing the operator to react and optimize range and resolutions to changing survey conditions and use the system in multiple roles.

  • Page 21: Figure 1-5: Edgetech Discover Bathymetry

    2300 Mux rear panel RS232 connectors. Deep Water Operations: The system is rugged and rated to a depth of 3,000 meters. An optional Edgetech armored cable provides digital Telemetry over a single coaxial-type cable up to 6,000 meters in total length.

  • Page 22: Applications

    • Scour/Erosion Investigation 1.3 Main System Components The 2300 system consists of three primary components: a Rack-Mounted 2300 Mux topside, a 2300 towfish, and a customer-supplied tow cable to connect the two. 1.3.1 Rack-Mounted Topside The standard 2300 Rack-Mounted Topside consists of a mounted Windows 2U Computer with EdgeTech’s Discover 2300 software...

  • Page 23: 2300 Towfish

    A second pressure housing contains local power distribution, telemetry, and data interfaces for optional payloads. The 2300 towfish comes standard with either a 120/410/850 kHz or 230/540/850 kHz tri-frequency side-scan sonar configuration and a quad DW 106 [1-10 kHz] sub-bottom profiler configuration.

  • Page 24: Optional Equipment

    Side-Scan Transducer Array Figure 1-11: 2300 Bottom View 1.4 Optional Equipment EdgeTech offers several optional features for its 2300 system, each described in the following subsections. 1.4.1 MPES Bathymetry Sonar EdgeTech’s Multiphase Echo Sounder (MPES) produces real-time, high-resolution, three-dimensional (3D) seafloor maps while providing co-registered simultaneous dual-frequency side-scan imagery.

  • Page 25: Software Options

    EdgeTech offers an optional software feature for its 2300B system. 1.5.1 Bathymetric Gap-Fill Option: EdgeTech’s Discover Bathymetry with Gap-Fill software option provides surveyors the ability to fill in the nadir gap with imagery in three dimensions from both the left and right sides, as well as provide shadows from either direction.

  • Page 26: Specifications

    2-26 2.0 SPECIFICATIONS Because the 2300 system is highly-customizable, specifications vary from installation to installation. The tables and drawings in this section are specifications for a baseline system configuration. Please refer to the provided configuration-specific addendum for information about a particular system purchased.

  • Page 27: 2300B Mpes Bathymetric Specifications

    Weight in Air 499kg (1100lbs) Weight in Water 272kg (650lbs) Maximum Depth in Water 3000m (9842.52ft) Table 2-2: 2300 Towfish Physical Specifications 2.2 Rack Mount Topside Specifications 2.2.1 Rackmount General Specifications SPECIFICATION TYPE VALUE 76.2cm x 76.2cm x 64.9cm Size (LxWxD) (30in x 30in x 23.4in)

  • Page 28: Rack Mount Topside Computer Specifications

    I/O Ports 2.0, (2) RJ-45 Ethernet, (4) Mini Display HDMI Ports Operating System Windows 10 Professional 64-Bit Table 2-4: Topside Computer Specifications 2.2.3 Rack Mount Topside 2300 Mux Specifications SPECIFICATION TYPE VALUE Input Voltage 100-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz, auto-switching Input Power...

  • Page 29: Optional Cable Specifications

    2-29 2.3 Optional Cable Specifications EdgeTech currently sells one 2300 compatible armored cable. If you’d like to purchase, contact USTOMER ERVICE 2.3.1 Tyco Dataline A302799 Double-Armored Coaxial Tow Cable SPECIFICATION VALUE Construction Polyethylene, Copper, Polyester, Galvanized Steel Maximum Length 4500 m (14763.8 ft)*...

  • Page 30: 2300 Mechanical Drawings

    2-30 2.4 2300 Mechanical Drawings 2.4.1 Towfish Mechanical Drawings Figure 2-2: 2300 Towfish ICD...

  • Page 31: Sonar Processor Electronics Bottle

    2-31 2.4.2 Sonar Processor Electronics Bottle Figure 2-3: Sonar Processor Bottle ICD...

  • Page 32: Multiplexer Electronics Bottle

    2-32 2.4.3 Multiplexer Electronics Bottle Figure 2-4: 2300 Multiplexer ICD...

  • Page 33: 2300 Rackmount Drawing

    2-33 2.4.4 2300 Rackmount Drawing Figure 2-5: 2300 Rack Mount Drawing...

  • Page 34: Technical Description

    The multiplexer merges available sensor data with the sonar data for transmission to the topside 2300 Mux. A detailed description of your 2300 and its configuration can be found in your system's System Technical and User’s Guide.

  • Page 35: System Connection Diagram

    3-35 3.1.1 System Connection Diagram Figure 3-2: 2300 Topside System Connection Diagram...

  • Page 36: Multiplexer And Sonar Processor Endcap Diagrams

    3-36 3.1.2 Multiplexer and Sonar Processor Endcap Diagrams Figure 3-3: 2300 Subsea Hardware Configuration...

  • Page 37: Figure 3-4: Non-Bathymetric Sonar Processing Endcap Drawing

    3-37 Figure 3-4: Non-Bathymetric Sonar Processing Endcap Drawing...

  • Page 38: Figure 3-5: Bathymetric Sonar Processor Endcap Drawing

    3-38 Figure 3-5: Bathymetric Sonar Processor Endcap Drawing...

  • Page 39: Figure 3-6: 2300 Subsea Multiplexer Endcap Drawing

    3-39 Figure 3-6: 2300 Subsea Multiplexer Endcap Drawing Page 1...

  • Page 40: Figure 3-7: 2300 Subsea Multiplexer Endcap Drawing

    3-40 Figure 3-7: 2300 Subsea Multiplexer Endcap Drawing Page 2...

  • Page 41: Cables

    3-41 3.1.3 Cables Figure 3-8: MCIL6F to MCIL6M Extension Cable...

  • Page 42: Figure 3-9: Test Cable

    3-42 Figure 3-9: Test Cable...

  • Page 43: Figure 3-10: 50-Meter Kevlar Deck Cable

    3-43 Figure 3-10: 50-Meter Kevlar Deck Cable...

  • Page 44: Rack Mount Topside Technical Description

    3.2 Rack Mount Topside Technical Description The 2300 Mux Rack Mount includes a 2U computer and a 2300 Mux topside digital telemetry link housed in a rugged case. The 2U computer includes an LCD, trackball mouse, and keyboard. The installed Discover software provides system control, monitoring, and processes and records survey sonar data.

  • Page 45: Computer Controls And Connections

    Video card the monitor. DB-9 female connector. This RS-232 serial port connects to the navigation COM-1 NAV Connector system when the 2300 Mux is unused. COM-3 Connector DB-9 female connector. General-purpose RS-232 serial port. Table 3-2: Computer Controls and Connections...

  • Page 46: Figure 3-11: Labeled Front Panels Of 2300 Rackmount

    3-46 Digital Display MUX Power Indicator LED LAN, Link, Fish Power and MUX Power Switch Cable Fault LEDs CPU Power and Reset Buttons DVD/RW Drive USB Connectors Figure 3-11: Labeled Front Panels of 2300 Rackmount 2300/2300B Combined Sonar System 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 47: Figure 3-12: Labeled Rear Picture Of 2300 Rackmount

    Telemetry/Subsea Serial Ports AC Fuse Power Switch Sea Cable Connector Grounding FSK Beacon Input Optional Digital I/O Triggers Trigger Video Card Power Switch USB Connectors Network Ethernet Ports PC COM-1 PC COM-3 Figure 3-12: Labeled Rear Picture of 2300 Rackmount...

  • Page 48: System Setup

    Again, if any damage is found, report it to the carrier and to EdgeTech. Also, check the packing list to verify that all the items on the list are included. If any items are missing, immediately contact EdgeTech. Do not install or operate any equipment that appears to be damaged.

  • Page 49: Towfish Bridle Adjustments For Towing, Movement, And Transport

    4-49 containers and in the same way they were initially shipped. Store the system in a dry environment when not in use. 4.2 Towfish Bridle Adjustments for Towing, Movement, and Transport The towfish bridle position and angle should be adjusted for towing, movement, and transport. 4.2.1 Adjusting Bridle Strut Position for Towing Movement and Transport.

  • Page 50: Figure 4-3: Bridle Support Strut Adjustment

    Figure 4-4: 90⁰ Bridle Position Winch or Crane Movement Position: The bridle should be positioned at ~80⁰. This position • provides angle leverage for movement on a crane or winch that is safer for towfish systems. 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 51: Configuring The 2300 For Shipping And Transport

    4.2.2 Configuring the 2300 for Shipping and Transport Great care should be taken when shipping or transporting the 2300 tow vehicle. The vehicle is ruggedly designed, but excessive impacts can damage the towfish vehicle or the electronic components contained within.

  • Page 52: Figure 4-6: Bridle At ~ 80⁰ Position For Crating And Transport

    7. Install [1] 2x4 over the mid-section of the tow vehicle. It can be rested on the vehicle. Secure to shipping crate using carpentry screws. The objective is to restrict the vertical movement of the towfish. 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 53: Power Requirements

    2x4s. 4.3 Power Requirements The power requirements for the 2300 Series Topside processor are 100-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz, and is auto- switching. 4.3.1 Use of an Uninterrupted Power Supply The AC power source should be continuously free of high-amplitude, high-frequency transients, as this type of interference could degrade performance or damage the equipment.

  • Page 54: Changing To A Non-Us Power Plug

    The 2300 Mux is configured to accept navigation data on Serial Port #1 and, in turn, broadcast this data using the 2300 Mux IP address at Port 10001. The serial port is wired as DTE, where Pin 2 receives data FROM a device, and Pin 3 transmits data TO a device.

  • Page 55: Ip Address Settings

    In addition, any computer that is to be connected to the 2300 Topside Computer or the 2300 Mux Digital Link must have its IP address set to 192.9.0.nnn, where nnn is any integer from 1 to 255—except for the following reserved addresses: 192.9.0.201- Topside 8-Port Serial-to-IP Converter...

  • Page 56: Connecting And Attaching The Tow Cable To The Towfish

    Always connect the tow cable to the towfish first. The tow cable connector is connected to the Sea Cable connector port on the rear panel of the 2300 Mux. 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM...

  • Page 57: Connecting An Optional Magnetometer

    Port #2. To receive data on the computer, a straight (pin-to-pin) serial cable must be run from Serial port #2 to a COM port on the PC. All 2300 Mux serial ports are wired as DCE (Data Communications Device) such that only a straight cable is needed (not a null modem) to connect to a PC (DTE-Data Terminal Equipment).

  • Page 58: Activation, Test, And Deployment

    1. Turn on the 2U Computer and launch Discover. 2. Turn on the LINE switch on the back panel of the 2300 Mux Digital Link. If desired, this switch can always be left in the “ON” position, and the front power switch can regularly be used.

  • Page 59: Figure 5-1: Webrelay Control Interface

    5-59 Figure 5-1: WebRelay Control Interface 6. The 2205 Sonar Processor electronics are controlled via TWO selections on the WebRelay Screen. • The 2205 electronics and Tri-Frequency/Bathymetric arrays are controlled through the “2205 SONAR (J8)” selection. • If Sub-Bottom is required, the “2205 SB AMPS (J8)” selection must also be activated. Turn “ON” the POWER switch on the front panel.

  • Page 60: Performing System Pre-Deployment Testing

    If a “request timed out” message is displayed, there is an issue with the network connection. • Close the Command Prompt Application when complete. If successful, proceed to remoting to the sonar processor for the next test. 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 61: Performing Side-Scan Pre-Deployment Checks

    5-61 To remotely connect to the Sonar Processor in the Towfish. 1. Locate and launch Windows’s Remote Desktop Application on the connected Topside Computer. 2. Once launched and connected to the Processor’s computer, look for an open Sonar.exe window on the upper left side of the remote desktop display 5-3).

  • Page 62: Figure 5-5: Sidescan Control Tab In Discover

    5. The next step is to test the recording. Select the Disk tab in the Control Panel, populate a file name in the Record File text box, select Browse if you want to change the default save directory, and press the red-dotted record button to start recording a file. 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 63: Figure 5-7: Disk Control Tab, Record File Text Box, Browse File Button, And Start Recording Button

    5-63 Figure 5-7: Disk Control Tab, Record File Text Box, Browse File Button, and Start Recording Button Locations. 6. Rub the port and starboard transducers briskly, one at a time, and look for the resulting streaks on the Discover Waterfall Displays. 7.

  • Page 64: Performing Sub-Bottom Pre-Deployment Checks

    See the for detailed software ISCOVER OFTWARE ANUAL information. Figure 5-10: Discover 2300 Sub-Bottom Display Window To perform the pre-deployment checks: 1. Follow the instructions in section of this manual and activate the Sub- CTIVATING THE OPSIDE Bottom amplifiers in Web Relay.

  • Page 65: Figure 5-11: The Sub-Bottom Control Tab

    5-65 Figure 5-11: The Sub-Bottom Control Tab 3. Select a Transmit Pulse using the “Pulse” dropdown in the Sub-Bottom Control Tab. Set “Transmit Level (%)” to “100”. Select the “Transmit On” checkbox. Verify that you can hear the system transmitting. The transducers should begin transmitting (at 100%) and receive data should begin scrolling on the Waterfall Display in Discover Sub-Bottom, from right to left.

  • Page 66: Compass Usage

    Figure 5-14: Tap Test 5.3 Compass Usage 2300 Towfish compasses have pure magnetic field measuring devices that provide a heading relative to magnetic North. The intent is to provide the operator with real-time towfish heading, pitch, and roll data to know how the towfish’s motion impacts data collection quality. This helps the operator make informed decisions for the best survey results.

  • Page 67: Towfish Deployment

    5.4 Towfish Deployment The 2300 is ruggedly built, but care is needed to deploy the 2300 system and get the best survey results. This involves adjusting the bridle to the 90⁰ position, carefully lowering it to an ideal survey depth, utilizing and monitoring the Discover Bottom Tracking feature to avoid striking the bottom, and carefully recovering and disconnecting the towfish when the survey is completed.

  • Page 68: Towfish Layback Charts

    Altitude display. Lower the Towfish so its altitude is 10–15% of the range selection. Refer to the Discover 2300 Software Manual for details on the bottom tracking setup. 6. Increase the survey vessel speed to the desired survey speed and adjust the amount of cable out such that the altitude of the Towfish remains at 10–15% of the range selection.

  • Page 69: Cable A302799 Layback Charts

    6,319 4.50 2.31 6,683 Table 5-1: 2300 with QTY 4 DW 106 Transducers and 500 Meters of Cable A302799 Paid Out 2300 WITH QTY 4 DW 106 TRANSDUCERS AND 1,000 METERS OF CABLE A302799 PAID OUT Distance Down Angle Speed...

  • Page 70: Table 5-4: 2300 With Qty 4 Dw 106 Transducers And 3,000 Meters Of Cable A302799 Paid Out

    2.31 3,000 16,004 2,851 Table 5-4: 2300 with QTY 4 DW 106 Transducers and 3,000 Meters of Cable A302799 Paid Out 2300 WITH QTY 4 DW 106 TRANSDUCERS AND 4,000 METERS OF CABLE A302799 PAID OUT Distance Down Angle Speed...

  • Page 71: Towfish Recovery

    Figure 5-16: 2300 Being Recovered To recover the Towfish: 1. Slowly retrieve the tow cable until the towfish is just below the surface.
  • Page 72 7. Install the dummy plug on the extension cable on the towfish. 8. If the 2300 towfish is to be moved by winch or crane across the deck or to a dock, adjust the bridle angle to a safer angle. Refer to the...

  • Page 73: Maintenance

    6.1 Cleaning and Inspecting the Towfish After Use Cleaning the towfish after use maintains its form and function. EdgeTech suggests hosing down the towfish with fresh water after each use. The focus should be on ensuring the transducers are cleared of debris, and the buildup is removed.

  • Page 74: Figure 6-1: View Of Inner-Fin Bolt Mounting (Hex Nuts, Washers)

    6-74 Figure 6-1: View of Inner-Fin Bolt Mounting (Hex Nuts, Washers) Figure 6-2: Outer-Fin Bolt Mounting (Hex-head Bolts) 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 75: Figure 6-3: Unthreading Tail Wing Assembly With Hex Screwdriver And Wrench

    6-75 Tools Required: Socket Wrench with 1/2” socket or 1/2” sized crescent wrench or adjustable crescent wrench • Hex screwdriver or Allen wrench • Instructions: 1. Use the hex-head screwdriver to hold the hex-head bolt in place and the 1/2” socket wrench to unthread and remove the hex nut.

  • Page 76: Tail Fin Installation

    3/16” hex head screwdriver or Allen wrench Instructions: 1. Align the tail fin so the model number faces out and [3] bolt holes match the 2300’s tail fin mount bolt holes. Figure 6-4: Tail Fin Alignment (Tail Fin and Model Number out) 2.

  • Page 77: Opening The Towfish

    6-77 Hex Bolts Pivot Hex Bolt Figure 6-5: Inner Tail Bolt Positions (future versions will be fixed and not adjustable) 3. Repeat the bolt assembly procedure on the other side of the towfish. 6.3 Opening the Towfish Opening the Towfish Bottle requires unthreading at least 13 of 17 mounting hex screws to release the top panel from the towfish.

  • Page 78: Electronics Bottle Installation And Removal

    ULTIPLEXER AND ONAR ROCESSOR section of this manual. NDCAP IAGRAMS Please contact EdgeTech CUSTOMER SERVICE for information, service, and support for any • EdgeTech-provided electronics component. This ensures good service and that specific warranties are preserved. 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 79: Removing Vertically Mounted Sub-Bottom Transducer

    6-79 6.4.1 Removing Vertically Mounted Sub-Bottom Transducer The sub-bottom transducers can be removed by removing the top cover of the towfish, unplugging the cable from the bottle, removing the worm-clamp that secures the bottle to the mounting brackets, loosening and turning the mounting brackets if necessary, and lifting the bottle from the towfish. Tools Required: •...

  • Page 80: Installing Sub-Bottom Transducers

    2. Ensure the [4] mounting brackets are aligned to accept a transducer. If adjustment is required, loosen hex screws with a 3/16” hex screwdriver and turn the mount until aligned correctly. Figure 6-8: Vertical Mounting Brackets Proper Alignment 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 81: Figure 6-9: Worm Clamp Secured Around Mounting Brackets And Transducer

    6-81 3. Gently set the transducer housing into the brackets. The fit should be firm, the sub-bottom transducer should be relatively level, and cabling should be managed so as not to obstruct the functionality of the attached bottle or positioning or functionality of the others. 4.

  • Page 82: Removing Horizontally Mounted Electronic Bottles

    4. Remove the aft Mounting Ring by unthreading the [5] hex bolts, [5] lock washers, [5] washers, and [5] hex nuts from the fixed towfish mounting ring. Mounting Ring Hex Bolts Figure 6-11: Aft Horizontally Installed Electronics Bottle 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 83: Installing Horizontally Mounted Electronic Bottles

    6-83 Figure 6-12: Detached Mounting Ring 5. Carefully slide the electronics bottle from both the fixed mounting rings in the towfish from the aft end of the towfish. 6. Replace the towfish top cover and rethread [13 or 17] hex screws using a hex screwdriver. 6.4.4 Installing Horizontally Mounted Electronic Bottles Horizontally mounted electronic bottles are installed by removing the top cover of the towfish, sliding the electronics bottle into the fixed mounting rings, aligning the bottle's roll orientation, reinstalling the...

  • Page 84: Figure 6-13: Aft Mounting Ring Bolt Hole Locations

    [5] hex bolts, [5] lock washers, [5] washers, and [5] hex nuts to the aft fixed mounted ring. Mounting Ring Bolt Holes Figure 6-13: Aft Mounting Ring Bolt Hole Locations Figure 6-14: Mounted Aft Mounting Ring 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 85: Towfish Weight Adjustment

    CUSTOMER SERVICE before modifications. Adjusting the vehicle's front weight is accomplished by adding or removing EdgeTech weights from the forward weight assembly weight stacks. Weight Assembly Figure 6-15: Forward Weight Assembly Required Tools: • Socket Wrench with 3/4” socket...
  • Page 86 6-86 1. Unthread the hex nut from the bolt, securing the weight stack using the socket wrench. 2. Remove or install EdgeTech weight. Keep alignment consistent with other weights. 3. Rethread the hex nut back onto the thread entirely. 4. Repeat on other bolts as needed. Ensure equal weight distribution unless otherwise called for.

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    ERVICE housings. 5. Confirm that the proper equipment is being utilized. While the 2300 Mux can be used to operate other EdgeTech tow bodies, the same is not true for other 2300 Mux versions to operate the 2300. Only a 2300 Mux can be used to operate a 2300.

  • Page 88: Towfish

    If the display scrolls but is blank, and the transducers are firing, or data is absent in all or individual channels, contact CUSTOMER SERVICE for support. The issue is likely within the 2300 Mux or the vehicle’s electronics bottle. 7.1.1.2...

  • Page 89: 2300 Mux Troubleshooting

    The POWER switch in the front Verify that both POWER or rear of the unit is not turned switches are on. Verify that the 2300 Mux is connected to AC power. Check No AC power. The green POWER indicator the AC power source. Verify does not illuminate when the that the fuse is good.

  • Page 90: Computer System Restoration

    7-90 7.3 Computer System Restoration The following section outlines the procedures for backing up and restoring the system drive. EdgeTech currently uses Macrium Reflect as system restoration software. CAUTION! All data will be lost upon restoring the system to factory settings.

  • Page 91: Figure 7-2: Restoration- Add Search Path Confirmation Buttons

    7-91 6. Browse for the backup folder located on the 0020475_Rev_” drive. The folder should have the following format XXXX_SNSSSSS. Once the folder has been selected, click OK and then OK. Figure 7-2: Restoration- Add Search Path Confirmation Buttons 7. You should now see that the restore file has been populated in the window. Next, click on Restore.

  • Page 92: Figure 7-4: Restoration-Confirm Overwrite Continue Button

    If the topside is rack mount, press F11. b. If the topside is a laptop, press F12. 4. Under Please select boot device: Using the up/down arrow keys, select EUFI: Corsair Voyager 3.0 000A, then press Enter. 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...
  • Page 93 7-93 5. Wait for the Paragon Backup & Recovery 14 Home screen, then click the Restore icon. 6. On Welcome to the Restore Wizard screen, click Next. 7. Browse for Archive and click a specific image (the file ending with the extension “.pbf”). When the Archive File Details window appears, click Next.

  • Page 94: Kits

    0012218 MCIL6F TO MCIL6M ASSY TOP HYDROPHONE PVDF FLAT 20.00 INCH 29.00 INCH W/ 03 0022320 POS CONN 24INCH PIGTAIL Table 8-3: 2300B Towfish 2300 230/540/850 kHz Side Scan 106 Sub-Bottom with Bathymetry Spares Kit 2300/2300B COMBINED SONAR SYSTEM 0019849_REV_E...

  • Page 95: 2300 Mux Topside Spare Kit

    8-95 8.2 2300 MUX Topside Spare Kit 0022535_REV_A ASSY TOP KIT SPARES 2300 STARMUX IV TOPSIDE Part Description POWER SUPPLY CHASSIS AC-DC 115-230 INPUT 400 VOLTS 0021830 OUTPUT 7.5A 3000W PERLE 4 PORT IOLAN SDS I/O SECURE DEVICE SERVER DIGITAL...

  • Page 96: Auv/Rov Mounting Kit

    8-96 8.3 AUV/ROV Mounting Kit 0022261_REV_B ASSY TOP KIT 2300 SS / SB ARRAY MOUNTING Part Description 0005849 LUBRICANT SILICONE 0010123 PLATE MOUNTING DW 106 DUCER AL 0010127 DOC DRAWING ICD DW 106 DUCER HARDWARE STANDOFF STD ROUND DW 106 FEMALE / FEMALE 0010125 01 INCH OD 9.44 INCH LENGTH 3/8-16 X 2 TAP AL...

  • Page 97: Table 8-5: Main I/O (J1) Connector Configuration

    8-97 Instructions: The 2300 sonar processing bottle can be separated from the 2300 power/telemetry multiplexer and used independently with the Side Scan or Sub-Bottom transducers on a customer’s AUV/ROV. In addition, the user can directly connect to the bottle’s J1 bulkhead to provide power to the system electronics (Housekeeping), sub-bottom power amplifiers, as well as connect to the system’s 10/100...
  • Page 98 The 2300 Multiplexer (MUX) cannot operate independently of the 2300 Mux topside. The MUX requires a 375vdc voltage that has been combined with a telemetry signal for proper operation.

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