Page 1 5112 ROPELESS FISHING SYSTEM U S E R H A R D W A R E M A N U A L 0022081_REV_E 2/6/2024 EdgeTech 4 Little Brook Road West Wareham, MA 02576 Tel: (508) 291-0057 Fax: (508) 291-2491 www.EdgeTech.com...
Page 2 Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth® SIG. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by EdgeTech is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 3: Attention - Read This First
ATTENTION – READ THIS FIRST! All personnel involved with installing, operating, or maintaining the equipment described in this manual should read and understand the warnings and cautions provided below. CAUTION! This equipment contains devices that are extremely sensitive to static electricity. Therefore, extreme care should be taken when handling them.
Page 4: Hardware Variations And Compatibility
HARDWARE VARIATIONS AND COMPATIBILITY The 5112 Ropeless Fishing System contains both standard and proprietary hardware. At times, EdgeTech may change the standard components due to their availability or performance improvements. Although the component manufacturers and their models and styles may vary from unit to unit, replacement parts will generally be interchangeable.
Page 5: About This Document
5112 release. Legacy systems are recognizable by a knob or eye release mechanism on the top of the release and a separate transducer mounted in the cage.
Page 6: Revision History
EdgeTech has made every effort to document the 5112 Ropeless Fishing System in this manual. However, EdgeTech assumes no liability for errors or any damages resulting from the use of this manual or the equipment it documents. EdgeTech reserves the right to upgrade this equipment's features and make changes to this manual without notice.
Page 7: 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 8: Software Service Overview
EdgeTech customers can download new software releases with modifications and enhancements from the EdgeTech Track Tracker Page at the Apple store and Google Play sites. Should major software issues occur, they will be reported directly to the customer. New software releases consist of the following: Software enhancements that are not on the price list •...
Page 9 Third Party Products, Third Party Content, or Third Party APIs. EdgeTech is not obligated to maintain or support any such Third Party products, Third Party content, or Third Party APIs or to provide the licensee with updates, fixes, or services related thereto. EdgeTech makes no representations or warranties regarding the availability, functionality, or any changes to the features or specifications of any such Third Party Products, Third Party Content, or Third Party APIs.
Page 10: 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 11: Customer Service
CUSTOMER SERVICE Customer service personnel at EdgeTech are always eager to hear from users of our products. Your feedback is welcome and is a valuable source of information that we use to improve these products continually. Therefore, we encourage you to contact EdgeTech Customer Service to offer any suggestions...
Page 12: 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 13: Table Of Contents
5112 Rugged Acoustic Release or 5145 Timed Release and NFC Tag ........1-2 1.1.2 5112 Configured Release Cages .................... 1-2 1.1.3 BLEAT or BLEAT Portable Deck Box and Transducer (5112 Acoustic Release Only) ..... 1-5 1.1.4 iOS or Android Trap Tracker Mobile Application ..............1-6 SPECIFICATIONS ........................2-7 5112 Acoustic Release Specifications ..................
Page 14 5112 Release Mechanical Drawings ..................2-10 2.2.1 5112 and 5145 Acoustic Releases ..................2-10 2.2.2 Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release With Release Knob and Separate Transducer (Discontinued) 2-11 2.2.3 Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release With Release Link Drawings (Discontinued) ...... 2-13 Current 5112 System Cages ..................... 2-15 2.3.1...
Page 15 3.1.4 Displaying EarthRanger Data ....................3-51 3.1.5 Connecting A Track Tracker Enabled Device to BLEAT Deck Unit........3-53 5112 with 5112 Acoustic Release Installation and Activation ..........3-56 3.2.1 BLEAT Deck Box Installation and Activation ............... 3-56 3.2.2 BLEAT Portable Installation and Activation ................ 3-58 Release Cage Setup ........................
Page 16 3.3.5.5 36-Inch Cage Float Installation ................... 3-79 3.3.5.6 Legacy Floatation String Installation ................3-80 Arming Releases ........................3-81 Dry Testing the 5112 Acoustic Release ..................3-82 3.5.1 Status Command Test ......................3-83 3.5.2 Release Command Test ...................... 3-87 Operating Instructions: ......................4-89 Setting the Cage: ........................
Page 17 Trap Tracker Chart Display ..................4-122 4.3.1.3 Trap Tracker Underwater Unit Screen Position ............4-124 4.3.2 Use Transducers and Trap Tracker’s Geolocate Command to Find A 5112 Acoustic Release 4- 4.3.2.1 Transducer Deployment and Usage ................. 4-129 4.3.2.2 Trap Tracker Status Update Function ............... 4-131 4.3.3...
Page 18 Cage Physically Set Without The Set Button Being Pressed ..........6-174 Unit Incorrectly Marked As Set ....................6-178 Unit Already Set Message ...................... 6-180 5112 Release Not Found in Underwater Units List ............... 6-182 NFC Scanning Not Functional ....................6-182 Sync Conflicts ......................... 6-182 Failed to Haul Message ......................
Page 19: List Of Figures
Figure 1-12: Trap Tracker Android ......................1-6 Figure 2-1: 5112 Release with Integrate Transducer ................2-10 Figure 2-2: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Knob and Separate Transducer Drawing pg.1 ....2-11 Figure 2-3: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Knob and Separate Transducer Drawing pg.2 ....2-12 Figure 2-4: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Link (Discontinued) Mechanical Drawing pg.1 ....
Page 20 Figure 2-15: Legacy 48-inch 5112 RFS Cage Drawing Without Floats and 5112 Release ......2-30 Figure 2-16: Legacy 48-Inch Cage System With Separate Line Basket ............ 2-31 Figure 2-17: BLEAT Command And Junction Box Mechanical/Electrical Drawing ........2-33 Figure 2-18: BLEAT Portable Mechanical Drawing ................... 2-35 Figure 2-19: BLEAT Hull-Mounted Transducer With Fairing Block (Page 1) ..........
Page 21 Figure 5-6: 5112 Release Upper Plate Support Post and Bolt Assembly Locations ....... 5-149 Figure 5-7: 5112 Support Post Unthreaded from 3/8-16 Bolt ............... 5-150 Figure 5-8: 5112 Removing [4] Top Plate Bolt Assembly Hex Nuts and Washers ......... 5-150 Figure 5-9 5112 Release and Build Plate Kit ..................5-151...
Page 22 Figure 5-14: Mounting Plate Adapter Fit to 5112 Release ..............5-153 Figure 5-15: Unthread Top of the Release with Socket Wrench and Mounting Plate ......5-154 Figure 5-16: 5112 Release Top Endcap with Attached Top Mounting Plate and Electronics Board Assembly ................................5-154 Figure 5-17 Release Orientation in Mounting Plate ................
Page 23 ................................5-171 Figure 5-51: Legacy 5112 Installation: Support Post Assembly ............. 5-171 Figure 5-52: Legacy 5112 Release, Top Mounting Plate, Bolt Hardware, and Support Posts Installed. 5-172 Figure 5-53: 5112 Legacy Transducer Mounting Location and Orientation .......... 5-172 Figure 5-54: Legacy Transducer Mounted to Mesh Platform In Cage With Cable Ties and Hog Rings . 5-173 Figure 7-1: 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 1 ................
Page 24 Figure 7-39: Legacy 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 5 ..............7-226 Figure 7-40: Legacy 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 6 ..............7-227 Figure 7-41: Legacy 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 7 ..............7-228 Figure 7-42: Legacy 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 8 ..............7-229 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 25 Figure 7-69: 5112 Kit Cage Diagram ....................... 7-258 Figure 7-70: 5112 Kit: Bottom Plate Positioning ..................7-259 Figure 7-71: 5112 Kit: Release Endcap and Mounting Plate Orientation ..........7-259 Figure 7-72: 5112 Upgrade Kit- Release, Top Mounting Plate, Bolt Hardware, and Support Posts Installed ................................7-259...
Page 26 ................................7-265 Figure 7-82: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit- Support Post Assembly ............7-265 Figure 7-83: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit- Release, Top Mounting Plate, Bolt Hardware, and Support Posts Installed ..............................7-266 Figure 7-84: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit-Transducer Mounting Location and Orientation ...... 7-266 Figure 7-85: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit-Transducer Mounted to Cage Platform with Hog Rings and Cable Ties .................................
Page 27 Table 2-22: BLEAT Portable Deck Box Power Specifications ..............2-34 Table 2-23: Dunking Transducer Mechanical Specifications ..............2-41 Table 4-1: Haul Functions by Release Type (5112 Acoustic or 5145) ............ 4-133 Table 7-1: 5112 Cage Integration Kit ..................... 7-186 Table 7-2: Legacy 5112 Cage Integration Kit ..................7-221 Table 7-3: 5112 Legacy Release Upgrade Kit ..................
Page 28 Table 7-6: Legacy 5112 Spare Kit ......................7-270 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 29: Overview
The cage contains the 5145 timed release, rope, floats, and an attached NFC (Near Field Communication) tag. The 5112 RFS with a 5145 timed release is simple to operate. The system is scanned into the EdgeTech Trap Tracker application using an NFC tag and a mobile device. A Bluetooth® wireless connection is established between the 5145 Timed Release and a Bluetooth®...
Page 30: Main System Components
1.1.1 5112 Rugged Acoustic Release or 5145 Timed Release and NFC Tag The 5112 Acoustic Release with an integrated transducer or 5145 Timed Release and NFC tag are designed to be integrated with RFS configured cages that can be purchased from EdgeTech or constructed by the customer.
Page 31: Figure 1-3: 22.5-Inch Cage Forward View
Figure 1-3: 22.5-Inch Cage Forward View Figure 1-4: 22.5-Inch Cage Side View Figure 1-5: 36-Inch Cage Side View...
Page 32: Figure 1-7: 48-Inch Cage Side View
Figure 1-6: 36-Inch Cage Forward View Figure 1-7: 48-Inch Cage Side View 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 33: Bleat Or Bleat Portable Deck Box And Transducer (5112 Acoustic Release Only)
Figure 1-8: 48-Inch Cage Forward View 1.1.3 BLEAT or BLEAT Portable Deck Box and Transducer (5112 Acoustic Release Only) BLEAT deck boxes provide the interface between a Trap Tracker-enabled mobile device and a 5112 RFS system using a 5112 acoustic release. The Trap Tracker application sends commands to the BLEAT box via a Bluetooth®...
Page 34: Ios Or Android Trap Tracker Mobile Application
Dunking Transducer 1.1.4 iOS or Android Trap Tracker Mobile Application The Trap Tracker application provides a user-friendly interface to operate the 5112 system and store information on integrated 5112 release systems. Purchase of the application and a subscription are required. Trap Tracker is available for both iOS® and Android® Bluetooth® capable devices.
Page 35: Specifications
2.0 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications for the 5112 Ropeless Fishing System are provided in the following subsections. 2.1 5112 Acoustic Release Specifications 2.1.1 5112 Acoustic Release Mechanical Specifications SPECIFICATION VALUE Depth rating: 500 meters (1,640 feet) Maximum release load: 112 kg (247 lbs)
Page 36: 5112 Acoustic Release Command Receiver
The release command is sent, and information is received and recorded in the Trap Tracker application. When the 5112 release receives this command, I/O and voltage are output, activating the mechanical release. Floats and line are released to the RECOVER surface.
Page 37: 5145 Timed Release Specifications
2.1 5145 Timed Release Specifications 2.1.1 5145 Timed Release Mechanical Specifications SPECIFICATION VALUE Depth rating: 500 meters (1,640 feet) Maximum release load: 112 kg (247 lbs) Maximum static load: 225 kg (496 lbs) Overall length: 36.6 cm (14.4 in) Release Main diameter: 15.24 cm (6 in) Plate Dimensions (LxWxH) 25.4 cm (10 in) x 18.1 cm (7.1 in) x 1.3 cm (.5 in)
Page 38: 5112 Release Mechanical Drawings
2.2.1 5112 and 5145 Acoustic Releases The 5112 Acoustic Release and 5145 Timed Release are similar except for the electronics in the top transducer housing. An arrow is etched into the 5145 endcap, marking where a magnet should be placed for the magnet reader to detect it during the pairing process.
Page 39: Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release With Release Knob And Separate Transducer (Discontinued)
2-11 2.2.2 Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release With Release Knob and Separate Transducer (Discontinued) Figure 2-2: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Knob and Separate Transducer Drawing pg.1...
Page 40: Figure 2-3: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Knob And Separate Transducer Drawing
2-12 Figure 2-3: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Knob and Separate Transducer Drawing pg.2...
Page 41: Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release With Release Link Drawings (Discontinued)
2-13 2.2.3 Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release With Release Link Drawings (Discontinued) Figure 2-4: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Link (Discontinued) Mechanical Drawing pg.1...
Page 42: Figure 2-5: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Link (Discontinued)Mechanical Drawing
2-14 Figure 2-5: Legacy 5112 Release With Release Link (Discontinued)Mechanical Drawing pg.2...
Page 43: Current 5112 System Cages
2.3 Current 5112 System Cages 2.3.1 5112 22.5-Inch System Cage Edgetech 22.5-inch cages are designed with a separate or integrated rope basket, depending on customer preference. The latest design is integrated, while the original includes a separate rope basket. 2.3.1.1 5112 22.5-Inch System Cage Specifications...
Page 44: 5112 22.5-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawings
2-16 2.3.1.2 5112 22.5-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawings Figure 2-6: 5112 22.5-Inch Three Float Cage System Drawing...
Page 45: Figure 2-7: 5112 22.5-Inch Four Float Cage System Drawing
2-17 Figure 2-7: 5112 22.5-Inch Four Float Cage System Drawing...
Page 46: 5112 36-Inch System Cage
2-18 2.3.2 5112 36-Inch System Cage EdgeTech 36-inch cages are designed with a separate or integrated rope basket, depending on customer preference. The latest design is integrated. 2.3.2.1 5112 36-Inch System Cage Specifications SPECIFICATION VALUE Dimensions (LxWxH) 92.2 cm (36 in) x 58.7 cm (23 in) x 41.2 cm (16 in) Weight in Air 46.7 kg (103 lbs)
Page 47: 5112 36-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawing
2-19 2.3.2.2 5112 36-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawing Figure 2-8: 5112 36-Inch Three Float Cage System Drawing...
Page 48: 5112 48-Inch System Cage
2-20 2.3.3 5112 48-Inch System Cage Depending on customer preference, EdgeTech 48-inch cages are designed with a separate or integrated rope basket. The latest design is integrated, while the original includes a separate rope basket. 2.3.3.1 5112 48-Inch System Cage Specifications...
Page 49: 48-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawing
2-21 2.3.3.2 48-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawing Figure 2-9: 5112 48-Inch Cage System Drawing...
Page 50: 5112 48-Inch Xl Offshore Cage System
2-22 2.3.4 5112 48-Inch XL Offshore Cage System 2.3.4.1 5112 48-Inch XL Offshore System Cage Specifications SPECIFICATION VALUE 121.9 cm (48 in) x 57.2 cm (22.5 in) x 66 cm (26 Dimensions (LxWxH) Weight in Air 87 kg (192 lbs) Weight in Water 29.5 kg (65 lbs)
Page 51: 48-Inch Xl Offshore Cage Mechanical Drawing
2-23 2.3.4.2 48-Inch XL Offshore Cage Mechanical Drawing Figure 2-10: 5112 48-Inch XL Offshore Cage System Drawing...
Page 52: Legacy 5112 Cages
2-24 2.4 Legacy 5112 Cages 2.4.1 Legacy 22.5-Inch Equipped Cages 2.4.1.1 Legacy 5112 22.5-Inch System Cage Specifications SPECIFICATION VALUE Dimensions (LxWxH) 57.1 cm (22.5 in) x 57.1 cm (22.5 in) x 40.1 cm (16 in) Weight in Air 37.6 kg (83 lbs) Weight in Water 12.7 kg (28 lbs)
Page 53: Legacy 22.5-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawings
2-25 2.4.1.2 Legacy 22.5-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawings Figure 2-11: Legacy 22.5-Inch 5112 RFS Cage System...
Page 54: Figure 2-12: Legacy 22.5-Inch 5112 Rfs Cage Without Floats And 5112 Release
2-26 Figure 2-12: Legacy 22.5-Inch 5112 RFS Cage Without Floats and 5112 Release...
Page 55: Figure 2-13: Legacy 22.5-Inch Cage System With Separate Line Basket
2-27 Figure 2-13: Legacy 22.5-Inch Cage System With Separate Line Basket...
Page 56: Legacy 48-Inch Cages
Cages with the separate basket design must always utilize the basket to prevent the rope from possibly escaping out of the gap between the cage and the top cover. Cages with baskets can be modified to the basketless design. Contact CUSTOMER SERVICE for information. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 57: Legacy 48-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawings
2-29 2.4.2.2 Legacy 48-inch Cage Mechanical Drawings Figure 2-14: Legacy 48-inch 5122 RFS Cage System...
Page 58: Figure 2-15: Legacy 48-Inch 5112 Rfs Cage Drawing Without Floats And 5112 Release
2-30 Figure 2-15: Legacy 48-inch 5112 RFS Cage Drawing Without Floats and 5112 Release...
Page 59: Figure 2-16: Legacy 48-Inch Cage System With Separate Line Basket
2-31 Figure 2-16: Legacy 48-Inch Cage System With Separate Line Basket...
Page 60: Bleat Deck Box
2-32 2.5 BLEAT Deck Box BLEAT Deck boxes are used to communicate with EdgeTech 5112 acoustic releases. They are not used BLEAT- with EdgeTech 5145 timed releases. are required for operation. COMPATIBLE TRANSDUCERS 2.5.1 BLEAT Deck Box Mechanical Specifications SPECIFICATION VALUE 18.57 cm (7.31 in) x 7.62 cm (3.0 in) x 6.1 cm (2.4...
Page 61: Bleat Deck Box Drawing
2-33 2.5.4 BLEAT Deck Box Drawing Figure 2-17: BLEAT Command And Junction Box Mechanical/Electrical Drawing...
Page 62: Bleat Portable Deck Box
2-34 2.6 BLEAT Portable Deck Box BLEAT Deck boxes are used to communicate with EdgeTech 5112 acoustic releases. They are not used with EdgeTech 5145 timed releases. BLEAT- are required for operation. COMPATIBLE TRANSDUCERS 2.6.1 BLEAT Portable Deck Box Mechanical Specifications...
Page 63: Bleat Portable Deck Box Drawing
2-35 2.6.4 BLEAT Portable Deck Box Drawing Figure 2-18: BLEAT Portable Mechanical Drawing...
Page 64: Bleat Compatible Transducers
2-36 2.7 BLEAT Compatible Transducers BLEAT Deck boxes require a compatible transducer to communicate with 5112 acoustic releases. Edgetech offers both hull-mounted and portable dunking transducers as options. Transducers are not used with EdgeTech 5145 timed releases. 2.7.1 BLEAT Hull-Mounted Transducer EdgeTech offers a BLEAT Hull-Mounted Transducer to support 5112 RFS with 5112 acoustic release systems.
Page 65: Figure 2-19: Bleat Hull-Mounted Transducer With Fairing Block
2-37 Figure 2-19: BLEAT Hull-Mounted Transducer With Fairing Block (Page 1)
Page 66: Figure 2-20: Bleat Hull-Mounted Transducer With Fairing Block
2-38 Figure 2-20: BLEAT Hull-Mounted Transducer With Fairing Block (Page 2)
Page 67: Figure 2-21: Bleat Hull-Mounted Transducer Icd
2-39 Figure 2-21: BLEAT Hull-Mounted Transducer ICD (Page 1)
Page 68: Figure 2-22: Bleat Hull-Mounted Transducer Icd
2-40 Figure 2-22: BLEAT Hull-Mounted Transducer ICD (Page 2)
Page 69: Bleat Dunking Transducer
2-41 2.7.2 BLEAT Dunking Transducer EdgeTech offers a 5112-compatible portable dunking transducer. 2.7.2.1 Dunking Transducer Mechanical Specifications SPECIFICATION VALUE Transducer Size Kevlar reinforced cable: 20m (65.61 ft) x 9.5mm (0.031 ft) Hydrophone: Diameter 87 mm (3.4 in), Length 86 mm (3.4 in)
Page 70: Figure 2-23: Bleat Dunking Transducer
2-42 Figure 2-23: BLEAT Dunking Transducer...
Page 71: Setup And Activation
3-43 3.0 SETUP AND ACTIVATION EdgeTech designed the 5112 Ropeless Fishing System to be easy to set up and activate for operation. Instructions for this process are provided in the subsections to follow. 3.1 Trap Tracker Mobile Application Installation and Subscription Activation 3.1.1 iPhone /Android Trap Tracker...
Page 72: Trap Tracker Settings And Options
Metric), switch navigation coordinate types, enable Navionics and EarthRanger, change deck box transponder settings, change account information, and change subscription information. To do so: 1. Select the three-line menu button at the top 2. Select the Settings Button from the left side of Trap Tracker. menu. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 73 3-45 3. The Settings screen will appear. iOS® Settings are set by selecting lines and enabling functions. A checkmark will appear next to enabled functions. The Save Changes button should be pressed to save all settings. Functions are as follows: Slant Range Unit: Sets the units of slant range measurement to meters, nautical miles, or fathoms.
Page 74 Account Settings Screen. Account Name, Address, and Fishing License Screen information can be modified. Subscription Settings: Opens the device Subscription Screen. If Subscribed, a Trap Tracker Entry will exist that can be modified by selecting it. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 75: Trap Tracker Account Settings
3-47 3.1.2.1 Trap Tracker Account Settings The account settings page provides user information. Fields can be populated and edited by selecting them, populating text, choosing menu items, and then pressing the Update Account button at the bottom.
Page 76: Trap Tracker Subscription Settings
About Subscriptions and Privacy select link brings you to Apple’s subscription and privacy page. Canceled subscriptions don’t immediately terminate the service but sets it to terminate on the renewal date. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 77: Installing Navionics Nautical Charts In Trap Tracker
3-49 3.1.3 Installing Navionics Nautical Charts in Trap Tracker. Trap Tracker’s chart feature allows users to display cage locations on a Navionics-provided nautical chart. To do so: 1. Purchase the Navionics Boating Application in the Apple App Store (iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android).
Page 78 Manipulate the size and shape of this box by pressing and dragging each dot with your finger until the desired chart area is created. Press the download button when ready. Your chosen Navionics map area should appear in a minute or two. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 79: Displaying Earthranger Data
EarthRanger® is a free platform developed to help make more informed operational decisions for wildlife conservation. EdgeTech’s Trap Tracker supports displaying EarthRanger fisheries trap and trawl line locations within five miles of the device on Trap Tracker’s map display. Trap ownership information is not displayed.
Page 80 When this setting is enabled, the update  button controls when data is downloaded. EarthRanger presents trap and trawl line data  over five miles from the position where the update button was pressed. EarthRanger Trawl Line Position 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 81: Connecting A Track Tracker Enabled Device To Bleat Deck Unit
3-53 3.1.5 Connecting A Track Tracker Enabled Device to BLEAT Deck Unit. Your device and the BLEAT Deck Unit are equipped to use Bluetooth® Wireless, but both must be on, positioned well, and paired to work correctly. Bluetooth® wireless technology is limited by range and can get blocked or degraded by metal structures or electrical interference.
Page 82 1. Open Trap Tracker on the device. Next, press 2. The Trap Tracker menu will appear on the the three-line menu button on the upper left- left. Select Pair Deck Box from the drop- hand side of the screen. down. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 83 3-55 3. The Pair Deck Box screen will appear, and the 4. Once a device is found, it will be listed in the application will search for a BLEAT Box. The Found list without a twirling icon next to it. twirling circle indicates a search is occurring.
Page 84: 5112 With 5112 Acoustic Release Installation And Activation
The control box will need to be installed within power cable length of a power source and within • Bluetooth® range of the locations the Trap Tracker-enabled devices will be used. EdgeTech suggests a Bluetooth® pairing distance no greater than 10 meters (33 feet).
Page 85: Figure 3-2: Bleat Junction Box And Transducer Connection
In addition, the deck box will beep once every ten minutes when on and idle as a reminder to turn it off when not in use. 2. Once activated, Trap Tracker-capable devices can be paired with the system, and acoustic transducers can be deployed to communicate with the 5112 releases.
Page 86: Bleat Portable Installation And Activation
• The BLEAT Portable Unit must be within Bluetooth® wireless range of Trap Tracker-enabled devices. EdgeTech suggests a distance no greater than 10 meters (33 feet) • The BLEAT Portable Unit must be deployed within a cable length that allows the transducer to be lowered off the vessel's side and several meters below the draft.
Page 87: Figure 3-4: Bleat Portable Battery Installation
3-59 Terminal Strip 12-Volt DC Power Connection: The BLEAT Portable can be powered by a 012-Volt DC power source that is wired to the auxiliary power connector, which is the two-pin terminal strip on the front panel. Polarity is indicated on the front panel. Figure 3-4: BLEAT Portable Battery Installation To Connect the System: 1.
Page 88: Figure 3-5: Bleat Portable And Transducer Connection
2. Once activated, Trap Tracker-capable devices can be paired with the system, and acoustic transducers can be deployed to communicate with 5112 acoustic releases. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System...
Page 89: Release Cage Setup
3-61 3.3 Release Cage Setup Setting or resetting the release cage involves packing the rope and float cover and arming the release for deployment. Both processes are designed to be fast, easy, and with minimal interference to normal fishing activities. 3.3.1 Lid-Lift Bungee Installation 3-6.
Page 90: Cage Lid Setup
Be sure to install it as shown in the photo to function properly when setting and hauling. The lid line can remain in place unless damaged. Figure 3-8: 48-Inch Cage Knot Lid Line Attachment 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 91: Figure 3-9: 22.5-Inch Cage Knot Lid Line Attachment
3-63 Figure 3-9: 22.5-Inch Cage Knot Lid Line Attachment...
Page 92: Lid Anti-Rotation Bungee Installation
3-12). Use hog rings for termination and burn the ends of the bungee to stop fraying. The bungee can remain in place after the first installation unless damaged. Bungee Secured with Hog Rings Figure 3-10: Anti-Rotation Bungee Installation Figure 3-11: Anti-Rotation Bungee Line Hog Rings 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 93: Figure 3-12: Anti-Rotation Bungee Tight Enough To Hold Release Knob In Place But Loose Enough To
3-65 Release Knob Figure 3-12: Anti-Rotation Bungee Tight Enough To Hold Release Knob In Place But Loose Enough to Maneuver Into Place Figure 3-13: Anti-Rotation Bungee Installation Objective-Holding Release Knob in Place...
Page 94: Rope Basket And Rope Installation And Setup
3.3.3 Rope Basket and Rope Installation and Setup 5112 cages are designed with a separate or integrated rope basket depending on customer preference and generation. Cages supplied with separate baskets must be used with the basket in place or modified to the no-basket design to prevent the rope from slipping through the gap between the lid and cage.
Page 95: Figure 3-15: Rope Flaking Into Basket
3-67 To do so: 1. Fake the rope into the rope basket or cage, leaving enough slack on each end to secure the top end to the floatation cover and the end coming from the bottom of the rope basket to the cage bridle. Figure 3-15: Rope Flaking into Basket 2.
Page 96: Figure 3-17: Rope Lock Knot Positioning
3-68 3. Shackle the top end of the line to the cage lid if using an EdgeTech 22.5-inch cage. Tie or shackle to the lid line if using EdgeTech 48-inch cages. Further instructions are provided in the section of this manual.
Page 97: Figure 3-19: Bridle And Exit Line Attachment
3-69 5. A bridle line should be symmetrically attached to the cage if not already installed. The exit line shackle should then terminate at the bridle line. There should be enough slack to avoid tension when the bridle line is under load. Exit Line Exit Line With Slack...
Page 98: Legacy Floatation String Assembly
3-70 3.3.4 Legacy Floatation String Assembly EdgeTech provides assembled floatation strings for each cage size. The configurations of the floatation strings have been tested and are suggested for use. If the strings are disassembled, or parts need to be replaced, instructions are provided below to reassemble them or build your own.
Page 99: Legacy 48-Inch Cage Floatation String Assembly
3-71 Bow Line Knot 3- Inches from Line End Long Line Clip Hole Figure 3-22: 22.5-Inch Cage Floatation String Bow Line Knot and Long Line Clip Locations 4. Tie a figure-eight knot to a position 9-inches from the end of the rope. Figure-8 Knot 9-Inches from Rope End...
Page 100: Figure 3-24: 48-Inch Cage Floatation String
3. Tie a bowline knot to a position approximately 3 inches from the end of rope to secure the clip to the end of the rope. 4. Tie a figure-eight knot to a position 9-inches from the end of the rope. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 101: Legacy 48-Inch Xl Offshore Cage Floatation String Assembly
3-73 Figure-8 Knot 9-Inches from Rope End Figure 3-26: 48-Inch Cage Floatation String Figure Eight Knot Location 5. Thread 1 float, 1 washer, and 1 float, as shown in 3-24, to the figure-eight knot. This centers IGURE the floats and washers and floats on the floatation string. 6.
Page 102: Figure 3-28: 48-Inch Xl Offshore Cage Floatation String Bow Line Knot And Long Line Clip Locations
9-inches from the end of the rope. This keeps the floats and washers centered in place. 7. Thread the end of the rope through the longline clip hole and tie the last bowline knot 3 inches from the end. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 103: Floatation Line To Cage Lid Installation
Floatation Rubber Bungee Installation Floats are attached to the top of the cage lid using rubber bungees attached to the lids with hog rings. EdgeTech has marked ideal attachment locations by wrapping the mesh with tape or black marker. Monitor the condition of the bungees throughout the season for visual signs of wear.
Page 104: Figure 3-32: 22.5 3-Float Orientation: Float 1 Bungee Attachment Locations
Figure 3-32: 22.5 3-Float Orientation: Float 1 Bungee Attachment Locations Bungee Starts 3rd Cage Square of Lid and Terminates at 8 from Lid Edge Figure 3-33: 3-Float Orientation: Floats 2 & 3 Bungee Attachment Locations 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 105: Cage 4-Float Installation
3-77 3.3.5.3 22.5 Cage 4-Float Installation 22.5 4-float configured cages have four floats in a square configuration with a single bungee that runs through all floats and is attached to the cage lids at four points. The bungee start and termination points are attached to the cage’s first square before the two square raised lid edge (see 3-34), and there IGURE...
Page 106: 48-Inch Cage Float Installation
All points are secured by looping the bungee around the cage link and securing with hog rings. Center Dual Bungee Midpoint Attachment Point Bungee Termination Bungee Termination Points. Points. Center Dual Bungee Midpoint Attachment Point Figure 3-36: 48-Inch Cage Lid Bungee Attachment Points 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 107: 36-Inch Cage Float Installation
3-79 3.3.5.5 36-Inch Cage Float Installation 36-inch cage lids have two large floats with two rubber bungees that run through them that are terminated five cage squares from all lid ends. Two bungees are run perpendicular between the floats over the parallel run bungees. These bungees should be attached to the center location on either side of the lid.
Page 108: Legacy Floatation String Installation
Legacy Floatation String Installation Floats are attached to the top of the cage lid using rope and long-line clips. EdgeTech suggests attaching the floats using the accompanying long-line clips, but the floats can also be tied directly to the lid.
Page 109: Arming Releases
3-81 Marked Ideal Clip Locations Figure 3-40: Legacy Marked Long Line Clip Location 3.4 Arming Releases Timed and acoustic releases are armed when the release knob has been threaded onto the release, and the bungee has been fitted into the knob’s slot holding it in place. Instructions are as follows: 1.
Page 110: Dry Testing The 5112 Acoustic Release
Figure 3-42: 5112 Bungee and Knob Alignment 3.5 Dry Testing the 5112 Acoustic Release Two dry tests can be performed to ensure the 5112 acoustic release responds to commands and sends back data to the Trap Tracker Application. NOTE: These tests are not performed on RFS systems using a 5145 timed release.
Page 111: Status Command Test
NSTRUCTIONS 3.5.1 Status Command Test The Status Command test tests the ability to communicate with the 5112 release. The objective is to see an updated range, tilt, and battery values in the Last Status Line of the Unit Information Screen.
Page 112 3-84 4. Scan the 5112 release NFC tag if this specific release hasn’t already been added to the Underwater Unit List. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 113 3-85 5. Go to the Underwater Unit List and select the specific unit. 6. Send the Status Command to the release in the Unit Information Screen by pressing the Status Command text in the release’s Underwater Unit information screen.
Page 114 7. Look at the Last Status section on the Unit Information Screen. A Date/Time will be populated with the date and time the status command was received. Updated range, tilted and battery values should be populated. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 115: Release Command Test
3-87 3.5.2 Release Command Test Instructions: 1. Power on the BLEAT Unit and Transducer if 2. Scan the 5112 NFC tag if this specific release using BLEAT Portable. hasn’t already been added to the Underwater Unit list of Trap Tracker.
Page 116 Press OK to close the pop-up. Try again if a failure message is received. Review the flowchart for possible solutions. If CUSTOMER the test continues to fail, contact SERVICE for support. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 117: Operating Instructions
A release must be added to the Trap Tracker Underwater Unit List of any device used to send commands (5112 acoustic release) or manage it (5112 acoustic release and 5145 release). Releases are added using an NFC scan-in function of the Trap Tracker software. If the device is not NFC capable, the release can be entered manually by typing the necessary information into unit list fields.
Page 118 Systems with acoustic releases have no icon. Next, press the Yellow Read Tag button and start scanning by moving the device above the tag face. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 119 4-91 5. The application will start scanning for a tag. 6. The new unit will be added to the Underwater Units You will see a Ready to Scan message. Hold list on your device. the iPhone's top or the Android phone's rear center near the NFC tag.
Page 120: Manually Adding A Release Into Trap Tracker
Manually Adding a Release into Trap Tracker A release can be manually added to the Underwater Units List in Trap Tracker. To do so: 1. Select the three-line Trap Tracker Menu 2. Select Underwater Units from the left side Button. menu. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 121 5. The Add Unit screen will appear. The release serial number and release command will be needed to add the release to the Underwater Units list. You can find the serial number etched into the top of the release or the information card EdgeTech provided. The release command can be found on the same information card.
Page 122 4-94 release, on the information card EdgeTech provided, and in the Trap Tracker History of any device that has had the release listed as an underwater unit. Nickname: User-created name. The nickname replaces the system’s serial number name in •...
Page 123: Using The Underwater Units List To Find Your Releases
4-95 4.1.1.3 Using The Underwater Units List To Find Your Releases The Underwater Units list provides several methods to view, sort, and search for your RFS systems. To open the Underwater Units page, select the three-line Trap Tracker Menu Button on the top left side of the Trap Tracker screen and select Underwater Units for the right side menu.
Page 124 Each line may be marked with either an hourglass icon to mark it as a 5145 timed release based system or no icon to mark it as a 5112 acoustic release based system. If the System Name Is A 5145 Timed...
Page 125: Editing Release Information
4-97 4.1.1.4 Editing Release Information You may want to edit system release information that has been entered into Trap Tracker. Typical examples are updating the battery date, fixing input errors, or adding a nickname to a device. To do so: 1.
Page 126 Click the Done label at the top of the keyboard when the entry is done to minimize the keyboard. In this example, I’ve added edgetech-1 as a Nickname. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 127 4-99 6. Click the Save Changes button to save the entry in Trap Tracker. 7. The release edit is now saved.
Page 128: Pair A Trap Tracker Enabled Device To A 5145 Timed Release And Set A Release Time
If you use an RFS with a 5112 acoustic release, skip to the next manual section. An RFS system that uses a 5145 Timed Release must be paired to an EdgeTech Trap Tracker enabled device using a Bluetooth® wireless connection to set a release time. This entails activating the Bluetooth®...
Page 129 4-101 iOS® Bluetooth® Activation Instructions 1. Click the Settings Button on your iOS® Device 2. The Settings screen will open. Find the 3. The Bluetooth® settings will appear. To turn Bluetooth® line. If it is on, a data block on the Bluetooth®...
Page 130: Pairing Your Track Tracker Enabled Device To A 5145 Timed Release
Pairing Your Track Tracker Enabled Device To A 5145 Timed Release Bluetooth Pairing Instructions For 5145 Release 1. Open the EdgeTech Trap Tracker application on your device and press the Three Line menu icon on the upper left-hand side of the screen to display the Trap Tracker menu.
Page 131 4-103 3. Trap Tracker’s Pair Device screen will appear. There are two subsections on this screen. A paired list at the top lists any device currently paired to your phone. A found list at the bottom lists all detected Bluetooth® devices. A twirling cog next to the Found header notes that the device is currently searching.
Page 132: Setting The Release Time Of A 5145 Timed Release Using An Ios Device
2. Select Underwater Units from the left side menu. 3. Select the Underwater Unit (release) you would like to add a release time to. Timed releases have an hourglass icon next to the unit serial number or nickname. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 133 4-105 4. When the Unit screen appears, click the yellow Select Release Time button at the bottom to set a time. Notice the Set Time is initially set to No. 5. When the date and time selection menu appears, select a date and time for release. Click done when complete.
Page 134 Do NOT press the Set button until the unit is physically set, as it records the device’s position. You want to do that when setting and near the RFS to be close to its surface position. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 135: Setting The Release Time Of A 5145 Timed Release Using An Android Device
The 5145 Timed Release must be added to Trap Tracker, and the host Android device (Android Phone, Tablet) must be connected to the release via a Bluetooth wireless connection. Instructions: 1. Open EdgeTech Trap Tracker application on your device and press the...
Page 136 Select Release Time button at the bottom to set a time. Notice the Set Time is initially set to No. 5. Select a date for release on the selection calendar widget. Click OK to set a time. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 137 4-109 The Set Time popup will appear. Input the desired hour, minutes, and time of day. Alternatively, you can click the Clock Icon on the bottom left to input the desired time using the clock selection widget. Select the hour, minute, time of day, and use the clock wheel to input the time. Select AM or PM to select the time of day.
Page 138 Do NOT press the Set button until the unit is physically set, as it records the device’s position. You want to do that when setting and near the RFS to be close to its position. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 139: Physically Set The Cage Or Line Of Cages And Mark Them As Set In Trap Tracker
4-111 4.1.5 Physically Set The Cage Or Line Of Cages and Mark Them As Set In Trap Tracker 1. Set the cage as you would any other fishing cage and immediately mark the cage as set in Trap Tracker. You want to do this as soon as possible after the cage leaves the vessel, as the position recorded is that of the device's GPS location and not the...
Page 140 FROM THE HARTS ETTING IN RACKER ETTINGS except for button order. Single Trap Point settings use the Set button, and Trap Line settings use the Set-Begin button and then the Set-End button on a follow-up screen. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 141 4-113 Note: When you set a trap line, a white pin will appear on the chart, marking the open starting position, which will revert to an orange pin with a connecting orange trap line once the set-end button is pressed. Open White Begin Point Pin Closed Orange...
Page 142: Post Set And Haul Activities
The Unit Serial numbers provided are for every unit XPORT ever used, even if not in the current Underwater Units list. This is useful in troubleshooting or manually adding units to an Underwater Unit List. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 143 4-115 To view: 1. Select the three-line Trap Track Menu button and select History from the Trap Tracker Menu. 2. The Underwater Unit History screen will appear. A list of all the Underwater Units used with the account will appear by serial number or nickname.
Page 144: Removing A Unit From The Underwater Unit List
4.2.2 Removing A Unit From The Underwater Unit List. A 5112 Release can be removed from an Underwater Unit list. Keep in mind that this list is not device- specific but account-specific and that any change will be replicated on any other device using the Trap Tracker account when synced.
Page 145: Deleting History
4-117 1. Go to the Trap Tracker Menu by selecting the three-line menu button. Select Underwater units when the Trap Tracker menu appears. 2. To delete a specific unit from the Underwater Unit list, left-swipe its row, exposing the Delete button, and then press the Delete Button.
Page 146 You can search Button. for a specific unit by typing the serial number into the search field or reorder it by going to Underwater History Options and sorting by Date or Serial Number. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 147 4-119 3. When the history to be deleted is found, swipe left on the line. This will expose the Clear History button that can be pressed to delete the history of that specific unit. To remove the histories of many or all units: CAUTION! Removing the history of all units clears the data permanently.
Page 148 If All is chosen, the user can delete all specific release's historical information to historical data associated with the clear by entering the serial number from account by selecting Delete. the list that appears and pressing Delete when complete. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 149: Hauling The Cage
4.3.1 Use Trap Tracker To Navigate To The Position Of The Release Cage The 5112 Release Cage point location can be found by looking in the Unit Information Display or Chart Display in Trap Tracker. A best practice is to press the Update button in the Chart Display to ensure everything is up to date and the latest data is presented.
Page 150: Trap Tracker Chart Display
AVIONICS HART ERVICE help navigate to release positions. To use: 1. Press the three-line Trap Tracker Menu button and select Charts from the Trap Tracker menu. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 151 The system pulls in data of units within a 25-mile radius to address internet connectivity intermittency at sea but only displays 5112 releases within a 5-mile radius at one time. This data will be saved but cannot be automatically updated in real time if there are connectivity issues.
Page 152: Trap Tracker Underwater Unit Screen Position
ATA IN HARTS this manual for further details. 4.3.1.3 Trap Tracker Underwater Unit Screen Position The Underwater Unit display for units provides the latitude and longitude of the location where the set button was pressed. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 153: Use Transducers And Trap Tracker's Geolocate Command To Find A 5112 Acoustic Release
This section does not apply to RFS using 5145 timed releases. Once the vessel is within sight of the marked 5112 acoustic release position in Trap Tracker, deploy the transducer into the water and send Trap Tracker’s Geolocate Unit command to localize a submerged release’s navigation fix to position the vessel in visual range of the surfacing point of the line float.
Page 154 Press the Done button once selected. 5. The system will locate the Trap Tracker device’s position and then send a status command through the RFS system to return the first position and range data point. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 155 4-127 6. Two more range data points are required. With triangulation in mind, you should change your position several hundred meters between each. When positioned, press the Continue button to acquire the next range. Repeat the process for the third range. Once complete, the calculate button can be pressed to display the calculated navigation fix of the release or the More Data button can be pushed to add another range fix.
Page 156 Further clarification on position entry: • The expected value format is displayed in red but is DD MM SS N/S, DDD MM SS E/W . latitude degrees(space)latitude minutes(space)latitude seconds, N or S(comma)longitude degrees(space)longitude minutes(space)longitude seconds(space) E or W. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 157: Transducer Deployment And Usage
They do so by sending an acoustic signal through the water that the release reacts to when detected. The 5112 responds by carrying out a command and returning an acoustic signal that the transducer detects and sends to the BLEAT Deck Unit for interpretation. The Bleat box then transmits information over a Bluetooth®...
Page 158 Press the Save Changes button to save any changes made. The low default settings will work for most conditions. High settings can be used to detect releases at longer distances or difficult acoustic conditions. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 159: Trap Tracker Status Update Function
4-131 4.3.2.2 Trap Tracker Status Update Function The Status Command helps locate a release, as it provides an updated range, tilt, and battery values in the Last Status Line of the Unit Information Screen. The range value can be used to position the vessel in a good spot to send the Hauled Command and spot the floats and line when they surface.
Page 160 Trap Tracker Settings. See the section of this RACKER ETTINGS AND PTIONS manual for instructions. Tilted: Either Yes or No. Tilted is defined as an angel greater than 45⁰. Battery: Percentage remaining capacity displayed. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 161: Use Transducer And Trap Tracker To Send The Haul Command
The Trap Tracker Haul command has different functions depending on the type of release (5112 acoustic or 5145 timed) your system uses. Systems that use the 5112 acoustic release use the Haul button to actuate, surface, and record system information. Systems that use the 5145 timed release send information captured at the set release time to Trap Tracker with the Haul command.
Page 162 ETTINGS AND PTIONS instructions. The release mechanism of a 5112 acoustic release will be activated after the release receives the haul command. This disconnects the floatation cover from the cage, which then carries the rope to the surface for hauling.
Page 163 Hauled button was pushed. The range and water temperature at • hauling are now displayed (5112 acoustic release only). • The water temperature, tilt, and battery percentage are now displayed (5145 timed release only).
Page 164: Trap Tracker Id Command For 5112 Acoustic Releases
4-136 4.3.4 Trap Tracker ID Command for 5112 Acoustic Releases The Trap Tracker ID Command returns the serial number and range of the closest release in range. To do so: 1. In Trap Tracker, select the three-line Trap Track 2. The Underwater Units List will appear. Select the...
Page 165: Sending Commands To Releases Not In The Underwater Units List
4-137 3. The Underwater Units List pop-up list will A successful pop-up with the release Serial appear. Press the Send ID Command button to Number and range will appear if communication is send the ID Command. successful. If a failure occurs, reposition or increase power and try again.
Page 166 4. To Send the ID Command, select Send ID upper right-hand side of the Underwater Units Command. This will return the ID of a release screen. that can receive the acoustic signal from a transponder. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 167 4-139 5. Press the Send Command Manually button to send a Command to a specific release. Send Command Manually pop- up will appear. Select either the ID, Status, or Release Command and enter the corresponding Command Code. Press send when complete.
Page 168: Data Export
1. Go to History in the Trap Tracker Menu. 2. The Underwater History Screen will be displayed. Open Underwater History Options by pressing the three-dot menu button on the top right side of the screen. Select Export History from the options menu. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 169 4-141 3. Select your application, email, or storage destination. The choice will vary based on what applications are installed on the device. The file can be found and manipulated like any other .CSV flat file. A spreadsheet application such as Microsoft Excel®...
Page 170: Exporting Gpx Unit Data In Charts
Unit chart data can be exported in a .gpx file format that many chart plotters can read. This is useful in planning and finding set releases. To do so: 1. Go to Trap Tracker Charts. 2. Press the three-dot Chart Options Button at the top right. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 171: Deleting A Trap Tracker Account
Trap RACKER WEBSITE Tracker and follow some steps to delete it. Deleting an account requires that all 5112 systems have been marked as hauled. Historical data associated with the Trap Tracker account can be saved prior to account...
Page 172 3. Press the Blue Login Link. Sign in using the username and password you used when Trap Tracker was purchased. If you don’t remember, click the Don’t Remember Your Password Link and follow the instructions to reset it. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 173 4-145 4. Once logged in, you will see a Welcome Back Screen. Press the View Your Profile button to display the Account page.
Page 174 Trap Tracker application otherwise, the subscription will auto-renew. WARNING! Data is retained on the cloud for 8 days after deletion. Please contact within this time period if you need USTOMER UPPORT assistance recovering this data. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 175: Maintenance
Run a Release Test to ensure the unit mechanically releases. Instructions on this can be found in section of this manual. ELEASE OMMAND Inspect seals and O-rings at least once per year or when batteries are replaced or the 5112 release • for any signs of corrosion or wear. •...
Page 176: Release Battery And O-Ring Replacement
2. Unthread the [2] support posts from the 3/8-16 Bolts and Hex Nuts they are attached to. 3. Unthread the [4] 3/8-16 Hex Nuts and [4] 3/8-16 split locking washers that fasten the top release mounting plate to the cage using socket and crescent wrenches. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 177: Removing The Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release From The Cage
5.2.2 Removing the Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release from the Cage The legacy 5112 acoustic release is secured to a cage using two mounting plates and eight bolt assemblies. The top plate secures the release, and the bottom plate stabilizes its position. To remove the 5112 release, the top mounting plate bolt assembly [4] hex nuts, [4] lock washers, and [2] support posts will need to be unthreaded.
Page 178: Opening A Release
Instructions: 1. Remove the floatation cover from the cage, exposing the top 5112 mounting plate. 2. Carefully unplug the transducer cable from the 5112 release in a manner that doesn’t damage the connectors. 3. Unthread the [2] support posts from the 3/8-16 Bolts and Hex Nuts they are attached to.
Page 179: Figure 5-9 5112 Release And Build Plate Kit
5-151 Figure 5-9 5112 Release and Build Plate Kit Instructions: 1. Remove the release from the cage as described in section of EMOVING ELEASE FROM THE this manual. 2. Build the build plate assembly by mounting the components on the wood plank. To do so: a.
Page 180: Figure 5-11: Build Plate Retaining Bracket Positioning
3. Set the release into the mounting plate assembly brackets if not already. The release housing should match and fit the mounting brackets on the mounting plate. The build plate will hold the release in place while the top of the release is unthreaded. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 181: Figure 5-13: Fitting The 5112 Into The Build Plate
5-153 Figure 5-13: Fitting the 5112 Into the Build Plate 4. Fit the adapter to the top of the release. Two holes are provided in the top of the release that match the adapter’s two pins. Figure 5-14: Mounting Plate Adapter Fit to 5112 Release 5.
Page 182: Figure 5-15: Unthread Top Of The Release With Socket Wrench And Mounting Plate
Figure 5-15: Unthread Top of the Release with Socket Wrench and Mounting Plate 6. Carefully slide the release top with the attached plate and electronics assembly from the release body. Figure 5-16: 5112 Release Top Endcap with Attached Top Mounting Plate and Electronics Board Assembly 5112 Ropeless Fishing System...
Page 183: Opening The Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release (Release Knob + Separate Transducer)
5.2.4 Opening the Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release (Release Knob + Separate Transducer) Opening the legacy 5112 release requires pulling the purge plug, unthreading the release top, and sliding the top endcap with the attached electronics chassis out and away from the release and mounting plate.
Page 184: Figure 5-18: Unthreading Release Endcap Using Spanner And Strap Wrenches
Manufacture an assembly plate to the dimensions in the drawing below. The material should be durable enough to resist torque stress on the dowels that will hold the end cap in place. Figure 5-19: 5112 Assembly Plate 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 185: Figure 5-20: Assembly Plate Clamped To Table
5-157 b. Clamp the assembly plate to a table using at least two clamps. Figure 5-20: Assembly Plate Clamped to Table c. Mount the release end cap down onto the plate. The assembly plate’s [2]dowel pins mate with the release’s [2] end cap holes, securing it in place. The anode can be removed with a Phillips head screwdriver if it obstructs a good fit.
Page 186: Figure 5-23: Release Body Loosened From Endcap Using Strap Wrench And Assembly Plate
6. When completely unthreaded, pull the release end cap out. The end cap has an electronic board and batteries attached to it. Place this assembly down in a safe, dry area with consideration for the attached electronics. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 187: Release O-Ring Replacement
Protect O-rings when stretching them over large diameters. NOTE: EdgeTech O-rings are included in EdgeTech spare kits. Please contact EdgeTech for details and information on...
Page 188: Current [8] 9-Volt Battery Replacement Procedure
Batteries should be replaced yearly regardless of use. The release is powered by [8] 9-Volt Batteries that must be replaced before losing their ability to provide power. EdgeTech suggests battery replacement at least once yearly, depending on usage. EdgeTech does connect power cables before shipping RFS Releases.
Page 189: Figure 5-27: Current Release 9-Volt Battery Replacement- Disconnecting Power
5-161 CAUTION! Battery replacement requires handling internal electronics, which are sensitive to damage due to residual power in the system and static shock. Please allow several minutes for the system to discharge after disconnecting the power cables, and ground yourself when touching the electronic boards.
Page 190: Legacy [12] Aa Battery Replacement Procedure
Batteries should be replaced yearly regardless of use. The legacy 5112 Electronics Assembly AA battery configuration is as follows. The [12] AA Batteries are secured in [2] 6-cell battery holders. The battery holders are secured to the electronics assembly with a mounting bracket, and the batteries are secured in the holders with electrical tape.
Page 191: Figure 5-31: 5112 Legacy Release Aa Battery Replacement- Disconnecting Power
[2]P OWER ABLES Figure 5-31: 5112 Legacy Release AA Battery Replacement- Disconnecting Power 2. Unthread the screw securing the mounting bracket to the electronics assembly using a Philips screwdriver. Remove the battery holders. Figure 5-32: 5112 Legacy Release AA Battery Replacement-Mounting Plate Removal...
Page 192: Figure 5-33: Legacy 5112 Aa Battery Replacement Electrical Tap Removal
3. Remove the electrical tape securing the batteries to the holder. LECTRICAL Figure 5-33: Legacy 5112 AA Battery Replacement Electrical Tap Removal 4. Replace all [12] AA batteries. The battery holders provide + – orientation guidance. Secure batteries to each bracket using electrical tape.
Page 193: Legacy [4] 9-Volt Battery Replacement Procedure
Batteries should be replaced yearly regardless of use. The legacy 5112 Electronics Assembly 4 9-Volt battery configuration is as follows. Four 9-Volt Batteries are plugged into the board and secured to it by a mounting screw and plate. Replacing them requires removing the plate, replacing the batteries, and then screwing the plate back in.
Page 194: Figure 5-36: Legacy Battery Mounting Plate Removal
5-166 Figure 5-36: Legacy Battery Mounting Plate Removal 2. Remove [4] 9-Volt Batteries from the electronics board. Replace with [4] 9-Volt Batteries. Figure 5-37: Legacy Battery Removal 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 195: Reassembling A Release
5-167 3. Slide the mounting plate into place by reseating the tab in the slot and covering the 9-Volt batteries with the plate. Rethread the mounting screw using a screwdriver until the plate and batteries are secure. Figure 5-38: Legacy Battery Mounting Plate Mounting 5.2.9 Reassembling A Release The release is reassembled by reversing the disassembly instructions.
Page 196: Reassembling The 5112 Legacy Release
1/2” Socket Wrench 5.2.10 Reassembling the 5112 Legacy Release Reassembling the Legacy 5112 Release is the reverse of disassembling it. Great care should be taken to align the end cap properly with the plate and replace the purge plug. Tools Required: •...
Page 197: Installing The A Release Into An Edgetech Configured Cage
5.2.11 Installing the A Release into an EdgeTech Configured Cage The release can be installed into an EdgeTech-configured cage by aligning the release with the top plate with the bolt hardware and plate tab facing right, carefully lowering the release into place, and threading the release mounting plate bolt hardware and support posts.
Page 198: Installing The Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release Into An Edgetech Configured Cage
5.2.12 Installing the Legacy 5112 Acoustic Release into an EdgeTech Configured Cage The 5112 Acoustic Release can be installed into an EdgeTech configured cage by aligning the release with top plate with the bolt hardware and bottom mounting plate hole, lowering the release with top mounting plate into place, plugging the transducer cable in, and threading the release mounting plate bolt hardware and support posts.
Page 199: Figure 5-48: Legacy 5112 And Top Mounting Plate Installed
Socket Wrench with 9/16 socket and 9/16 crescent wrench. • Instructions: 1. Carefully lower the 5112 acoustic release into place, ensuring that the top and bottom release mounting plate notches and [4] bolt hardware sets are aligned. [2] P LATE...
Page 200: Figure 5-52: Legacy 5112 Release, Top Mounting Plate, Bolt Hardware, And Support Posts Installed
5-172 Figure 5-52: Legacy 5112 Release, Top Mounting Plate, Bolt Hardware, and Support Posts Installed 5. If the transducer needs to be installed, install the transducer on the cage’s transducer platform and fasten it to the cage platform using [4] cable ties or hog rings. [2] Hog rings should be installed facing the transducer, and the [2] cable ties should be installed facing the outside of the cage.
Page 201: Figure 5-54: Legacy Transducer Mounted To Mesh Platform In Cage With Cable Ties And Hog Rings
5-173 [2] C [2] H ABLE IES AND INGS Figure 5-54: Legacy Transducer Mounted to Mesh Platform In Cage With Cable Ties and Hog Rings...
Page 202: Troubleshooting
If the user does not know the exact position but knows the approximate position of the 5112 acoustic underwater unit, they can use the Status command or geolocate it using the instructions provided in the RANSDUCERS AND ’...
Page 203 6-175 3. A pop-up will appear, asking if you want to 4. The Select Trap Type pop-up will appear. change the Set status to Yes. Select Choose the type by clicking the type’s yellow Continue. button. 5. Once pressed, the view will shift back to the Edit Unit Screen. Notice that Trap Location or Trapline Begin and Trapline End have red DD MM SS N/S, DDD MM SS E/W values below them,...
Page 204 The expected value format is displayed in red but is DD MM SS N/S, DDD MM SS E/W . latitude degrees(space)latitude minutes(space)latitude seconds, N or S(comma)longitude degrees(space)longitude minutes(space)longitude seconds(space) E or W Example (41 46 59 N,70 45 10 • 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 205 6-177 7. When completed, press the Yellow Save 8. The unit’s Operational Details are now Changes Button. updated, and the Set status is Yes. You can now haul the release by pressing the Yellow Haul Button.
Page 206: Unit Incorrectly Marked As Set
1. Go to the release’s Underwater Unit page and 2. The Edit Unit Screen will appear. Select the Set select the Edit button on the upper right side Text to change the value from Yes to No. of the screen. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 207 6-179 3. You will see a confirmation pop-up displaying the unit’s serial number or nickname and asking to change the unit’s set status to “No.” Press Continue to make the change. This action reverts to the previous Haul data on the Underwater Unit Detail page. If there is no Haul data, the field will remain blank, where the user can fill it in.
Page 208: Unit Already Set Message
This message is informational only. Sets and hauls can proceed as usual. Conflict resolution is accomplished by contacting the second account owner and having them update the release status by manually changing its status to hauled. 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 209 6-181 To do so: 1. Go to the Underwater Unit Screen for the 2. The Edit Unit screen will appear. To edit release and select the Edit button. the status, press the word Set. 3. You will see a pop-up asking to confirm the set value to No.
Page 210: 5112 Release Not Found In Underwater Units List
6-182 6.4 5112 Release Not Found in Underwater Units List There is a minimal probability of this happening (sync error, device loss), but resolving it is simple. You can scan or manually add the release back into the Underwater Unit list by following the instructions in the section of this manual.
Page 211: Failed To Haul Message
If a Failed to Haul message is received, possible solutions are as follows: 1. Try the Haul Command again. 2. If the range value is significant, move the vessel closer or 5112 power settings to high, as explained in RACKER ETTINGS AND section of this manual.
Page 212: Trap Tracker Subscription Issues
3. The Bluetooth® connection is disabled on the device you are using. You will get a pop-up warning stating this if this is the case. Follow the instructions found in the ONNECTING RACK RACKER DEVICE section of this manual to turn Bluetooth® wireless back on LEAT 5112 Ropeless Fishing System 0022081_REV_E...
Page 213: Finding The Firmware Version Of A 5145 Timed Release
6-185 6.12 Finding The Firmware Version of A 5145 Timed Release Customer support may ask for a firmware version to troubleshoot a problem. This can be found by selecting Firmware version in the Pair Device Screen in Trap Tracker. Instructions: Go to the Trap Tracker menu by clicking the three Select the Firmware Version button at the bottom white lines on the top left-hand side of the Track...
Page 214: Kits
Cage assembly and integration kits are available for customers who want to build their cages and integrate EdgeTech’s 5112 Remote Fishing System technology into them. Each kit has the hardware and instructions to build a 5112-enabled cage to EdgeTech cage specifications.
Page 215: Inch Cage Construction Instructions
7-187 7.1.1.1 22.5-Inch Cage Construction Instructions 1. Panel one is 61.50” x 22.50” cage panel that forms the floor and two of the walls with the cage with rolled edges. The panel is first bent at 13 cage squares and then again at 15 squares after so that walls and floor are formed (13 x 15 x 13 squares). The rolled edges are formed by first bending each wall’s top three squares in 1 square, then down 1 square, and then in 1 square against the cage forming a 1 square roll on each side of the cage.
Page 216 7-188 2. The second panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 19.50” cage panel. A 2 x 4 square section should be removed from the top two sides of the panel, as well as a 5 x 3 square section found one square down and three over from the edge. This shaped section should be bent in 4 squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for three squares, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 217 7-189 3. The third panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 19.50” cage panel. A 2 x 4 square section should be removed from the top two sides of the panel. This shaped section should be bent in 3 squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for one square, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 218 7-190 4. The fourth panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 16.50” cage panel. A 1 x 1 square section should be removed from the bottom two sides of the panel, as well as a 5 x 2 square section found 1 square down and 6 squares over from the edge. This shaped section should be bent in three squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for one square, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 219 7-191 5. The lid is constructed from a 25.50” x 30.00” cage panel. A 3 x 4 square section should be removed from each [4] panel corner. Both side- shaped sections are bent in 3 squares, bent again 1 square in, and then 1 square down, forming a rolled edge. The front and rear shaped sections are bent in 3 squares from the edge, 1 square up, and the 2 squares in, leaving one square overlapping the sides rolled edges.
Page 220 7-192 6. The lid is completed by adding the two bump-outs described in instruction 7. A bump-out is added to each side of the inward-facing side of the lid (opposite side of the rolled edge), three squares from the end and 1 square from the edge. Figure 7-6: 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 6...
Page 221 7-193 7. Two lid bump-out structures and four corner braces should be constructed from cage paneling. The lid bump-outs are 3 x 2 cage squares bent 1 square and then another square to form a square arch. Corner braces are 4 x 9 cage squares and bent 2 squares in. Figure 7-7: 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 7...
Page 222 7-194 8. The cage superstructure is constructed by clipping panel 3 to the front side of panel 1 with the rolled edge inward and then clipping panel 2 to the rear of panel 1 with the rolled edge facing inward. Panel 4 is then installed 7 squares from panel 2 with its rolled edge facing the rear.
Page 223 7-195 9. [4] Bottom Plate Retaining Panels should be constructed from 3 x 1 squares of cage panel that are bent at the first and second square, forming a square arch. The [4] Retaining Panels should be installed 6 cage squares in on each side of the cage by clipping them to Panel 4 and Panel 1, and Panel 2 and Panel 1.
Page 224 7-196 10. Two reinforcement support structures and one base reinforcement structure should be constructed from cage paneling. The reinforcement support structures are built from a 7.50” x 4.50” (5 x 3 square) panel bent in 1 square in on each side, forming a square arch.
Page 225 7-197 11. Install the [4] corner braces built in instruction and [1] base reinforcement panel built in instruction 10. The corner braces are installed on each [4] corner starting from the bottom of the cage. The base reinforcement panel is installed on the bottom center (release side) of the cage, 2 squares in from either side.
Page 226 7-198 12. Install the [2] reinforcement support structures built in instruction Both should be installed centered under the inner upper structures of panels 2 and 4. Figure 7-12: 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 12...
Page 227 7-199 13. Three rope basket removal panels should be constructed and added to the cage with clips. The [2] side rope basket removal panels are constructed from a 3.00” x 12.00” (2 x 8 square) cage panel. The top square of the side panels should be bent inward and made flush with the center divider and the top lip of the trap when installed.
Page 228 7-200 14. An optional divider panel is constructed from a 12.00” x 13.50” (8 x 9 square) cage panel. A 1 x 1 cage panel section should be removed from [4] each panel corner. The top should be bent 70° in, 1 cage square in at the top. Figure 7-14: 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 14...
Page 229 15. [2] 22.5-inch 15-pound runners should be attached to the cage's bottom on the right and left sides. The runners are not included in EdgeTech kits but are customer-supplied. They are attached to the cage using two-bolt hardware assemblies each.
Page 230 17. The 22.5 cage and lid are now constructed. Next, proceed to the 5112 RFS I section of the NTEGRATION AND PGRADE NSTRUCTIONS manual for instructions on installing the 5112 Release hardware and the for final cage configuration. ELEASE ETUP...
Page 231: 48-Inch Cage Construction Instructions
7-203 7.1.1.2 48-inch Cage Construction Instructions 1. Panel one is 61.50” x 48.00” cage panel that forms the floor and two of the walls with the cage with rolled edges. The panel is first bent at 13 cage squares and then again at 15 squares after so that walls and floor are formed (13 x 15 x 13 squares). The rolled edges are formed by first bending each wall’s top three squares in one square, then down one square, and then in 1 square against the cage forming a 1 square roll on each side of the cage.
Page 232 7-204 2. The second panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 19.50” cage panel. A 2 x 4 square section should be removed from the top two sides of the panel, as well as a 5 x 3 square section found one square down and three over from the edge. This shaped section should be bent in four squares from the top, bent down 1 square for three squares, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel, forming the rolled edge.
Page 233 7-205 3. The third panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 19.50” cage panel. A 2 x 4 square section should be removed from the top two sides of the panel. This shaped section should be bent in 3 from the top, bent down 1 square in for one square, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 234 7-206 4. The fourth panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 16.50” panel. A 1 x 1 square section should be removed from the bottom two sides of the panel, and a 5 x 2 square section found one square down and six squares over from the edge. This shaped section should be bent in three squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for one square, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 235 7-207 5. The lid is constructed from a 55.50” x 22.50”cage panel. A 4 x 3 cage square section should be removed from each [4] corner of the panel. Both side-shaped sections should be bent in 3 squares up, bent again one square in, and then one square down, forming a rolled edge as 7-21.
Page 236 7-208 Figure 7-22: 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 6...
Page 237 7-209 6. The lid is completed by adding the two bump-outs described in instruction 7. A bump-out is added to each side of the inward-facing side of the lid (opposite side of the rolled edge), three squares from the end and 1 square from the edge. Figure 7-23: 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 7...
Page 238 7-210 7. Two lid bump-out structures and four corner braces should be constructed from cage paneling. The lid bump-outs are 3 x 2 squares and bent 1 square in. Corner braces are 4 x 9 squares and bent two squares in. Figure 7-24: 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 8...
Page 239 7-211 8. The Hauler End Reinforcement Panel is constructed from 27 x 9 squares of cage paneling that is bent 6 squares in on each side of the panel. Figure 7-25: 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 9...
Page 240 7-212 9. The cage superstructure is constructed by clipping panel three to the front side of panel 1 with the rolled edge inward and then clipping panel 2 to the rear of panel one with the rolled edge facing inward. Panel 4 is then installed 7 squares from panel two with its rolled edge facing panel 2.
Page 241 7-213 10. [4] Bottom Plate Retaining Panels should be constructed from 3 x 1 squares of cage panel that are bent at the first and second square, forming a square arch. The [4] Retaining Panels should be installed 6 cage squares in on each side of the cage by clipping them to Panel 4 and Panel 1 and Panel 2 and Panel 1.
Page 242 7-214 11. Two reinforcement support and one base reinforcement structures should be constructed from cage paneling. The reinforcement support structures are built from a 7.50” x 4.50” (5 x 3 square) panel bent in 1 square in on each side. The base reinforcement structure is formed from a 6.00”...
Page 243 7-215 12. The [4] corner braces constructed in instruction are installed on each corner of the cage. In addition, the hauler end built in instruction is installed on the rope basket end of the cage over the [2] corner braces. The base reinforcement panel constructed in instruction installed on the cage's bottom center (release side), two squares from either side.
Page 244 7-216 13. Install the support structures built in instruction Both should be installed centered under the inner upper structures of panels 2 and 4. Figure 7-30: 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 14...
Page 245 7-217 14. Three rope basket removal panels should be constructed and added to the cage with clips. The [2] side rope basket removal panels are constructed from a 3.0” x 37.50” cage panel. The top square of the side panels should be bent inward to be made flush with the center divider and the top lip of the trap when installed.
Page 246 7-218 15. An optional divider panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 13.50” (15 x 9 square) cage panel. A 1x1 cage square should be removed from the bottom [2] sides of the panel. The top should be bent 45° in 1 cage square from the top of the panel. Figure 7-32: 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 16...
Page 247 16. [2] 48-inch 15-pound runners should be attached to the cage's bottom on the right and left sides and center. The runners are not included in EdgeTech kits but are customer-supplied. They are attached to the cage using 2 bolt hardware assemblies each.
Page 248 Figure 7-34: 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 18 5112 RFS I 18. The 48-inch cage and lid are now constructed. Next, proceed to the section of the NTEGRATION AND PGRADE NSTRUCTIONS manual for instructions on installing the 5112 hardware and the for final cage configuration. ELEASE ETUP...
Page 249: Legacy Rfs Cage Assembly And Integration Kit
Cage assembly and integration kits are available for customers who want to build their cages and integrate EdgeTech’s 5112 Remote Fishing System technology into them. Each kit has the hardware and instructions to build a 5112-enabled cage to EdgeTech cage specifications.
Page 250: Legacy 22.5-Inch Cage Construction Instructions
7-222 7.2.1.1 Legacy 22.5-Inch Cage Construction Instructions 1. Panel one is 61.50” x 22.50” cage panel that forms the floor and two of the walls with the cage with rolled edges. The panel is first bent at 13 cage squares and then again at 15 squares after so that walls and floor are formed (13 x 15 x 13 squares). The rolled edges are formed by first bending each wall’s top three squares in one square, then down one square, and then in 1 square against the cage, forming a 1 square roll on each side of the cage.
Page 251 7-223 2. The second panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 19.50” cage panel. A 2 x 4 square section should be removed from the top two sides of the panel, as well as a 5 x 3 square section found one square down and three over from the edge. This shaped section should be bent in four squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for three squares, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 252 7-224 3. The third panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 19.50” cage panel. A 2 x 4 square section should be removed from the top two sides of the panel. This shaped section should be bent in three squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for one square, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 253 7-225 4. The fourth panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 16.50” cage panel. A 1 x 1 square section should be removed from the bottom two sides of the panel, as well as a 5 x 2 square section found one square down and six squares over from the edge. This shaped section should be bent in three squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for one square, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 254 7-226 5. The lid is constructed from a 25.50” x 30.00” cage panel. A 3 x 4 square section should be removed from each [4] panel corner. Both side- shaped sections are bent in 3 squares, bent again one square in, and then one square down, forming a rolled edge. The front and rear shaped sections are bent in 3 squares from the edge, 1 square up, and the 2 squares in, leaving one square overlapping the sides rolled edges.
Page 255 7-227 6. The lid is completed by adding the two bump-outs described in instruction A bump-out is added to each side of the inward-facing side of the lid (opposite side of the rolled edge), three squares from the end and 1 square from the edge. Figure 7-40: Legacy 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 6...
Page 256 7-228 7. Two lid bump-out structures, a shelf, and four corner braces should be constructed from cage paneling. The lid bump-outs are 3 x 2 squares and bent 1 square in. The shelf is 3 x 11 squares and bent two squares in on each side. Corner braces are 4 x 9 squares and bent two squares in.
Page 257 7-229 8. The cage superstructure is constructed by clipping panel three to the front side of panel 1 with the rolled edge inward and then clipping panel 2 to the rear of panel one with the rolled edge facing inward. Panel 4 is then installed 7 squares from panel two with its rolled edge facing the rear.
Page 258 7-230 9. The shelf described in instruction is installed 4 squares from the top on the left rear side of the cage between panel 4 and panel 2. Figure 7-43: Legacy 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 9...
Page 259 7-231 10. Two reinforcement support and one base reinforcement structures should be constructed from cage paneling. The reinforcement support structures are built from a 7.50” x 4.50” (5 x 3 square) panel bent in 1 square in on each side. The base reinforcement structure is formed from a 6.00”...
Page 260 7-232 and [1] base reinforcement panel described in instruction 10. The corner braces are 11. Install the [4] corner braces described in instruction installed on each corner, starting from the bottom of the cage. The base reinforcement panel is installed on the bottom center (release side) of the cage 2 squares in from either side.
Page 261 7-233 13. Install the reinstalled support structures built in instruction 10. Both should be installed centered under the inner upper structures of panels 2 and 4. Figure 7-46: Legacy 22.5-inch Cage Construction Diagram 12...
Page 262 7-234 14. Three rope basket removal panels should be constructed and added to the cage with clips. The [2] side rope basket removal panels are constructed from a 3.00” x 12.00” (2 x 8 square) cage panel. The top square of the side panels should be bent inward and made flush with the center divider and the top lip of the trap when installed.
Page 263 15. [2] 22.5-inch 15-pound runners should be attached to the cage's bottom on the right and left sides. The runners are not included in EdgeTech kits but are customer-supplied. They are attached to the cage using two-bolt hardware assemblies each.
Page 264 17. The 22.5 cage and lid are now constructed. Next, proceed to the 5112 RFS I section of the NTEGRATION AND PGRADE NSTRUCTIONS manual for instructions on installing the 5112 Release hardware and the for final cage configuration. ELEASE ETUP...
Page 265: Legacy 48-Inch Cage Construction Instructions
7-237 7.2.1.2 Legacy 48-inch Cage Construction Instructions 1. Panel one is 61.50” x 48.00” cage panel that forms the floor and two of the walls with the cage with rolled edges. The panel is first bent at 13 cage squares and then again 15 squares after so that walls and floor are formed (13 x 15 x 13 squares). The rolled edges are formed by first bending each wall’s top three squares in one square, then down one square, and then in 1 square against the cage forming a 1 square roll on each side of the cage.
Page 266 7-238 2. The second panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 19.50” cage panel. A 2 x 4 square section should be removed from the top two sides of the panel, as well as a 5 x 3 square section found one square down and three over from the edge. This shaped section should be bent in four squares from the top, bent down 1 square for three squares, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel, forming the rolled edge.
Page 267 7-239 3. The third panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 19.50” cage panel. A 2 x 4 square section should be removed from the top two sides of the panel. This shaped section should be bent in three squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for one square, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 268 7-240 4. The fourth panel is constructed from a 22.50” x 16.50” panel. A 1 x 1 square section should be removed from the bottom two sides of the panel, and a 5 x 2 square section found one square down and six squares over from the edge. This shaped section should be bent in three squares from the top, bent down 1 square in for one square, and then bent in 1 square toward the panel forming the rolled edge.
Page 269 7-241 5. The lid is constructed from a 55.50” x 22.50”cage panel. A 4 x 3 square cage section should be removed from each [4] corner of the panel. Both side-shaped sections should be bent in 3 squares up, bent again one square in, and then one square down, forming a rolled edge. Next, the front and rear shaped sections are bent in 3 squares for the edge, 1 square up, and the 2 squares in, leaving one square overlapping the sides rolled edges.
Page 270 7-242 Figure 7-55: Legacy 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 6...
Page 271 7-243 6. The lid is completed by adding the two bump-outs described in instruction 7. A bump-out is added to each side of the inward-facing side of the lid (opposite side of the rolled edge), three squares from the end and 1 square from the edge. Figure 7-56: Legacy 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 7...
Page 272 7-244 7. Two lid bump-out structures, a shelf, and four corner braces should be constructed from cage paneling. The lid bump-outs are 3 x 2 squares and bent 1 square in. The shelf is 3 x 11 squares and bent two squares in on each side. Corner braces are 4 x 9 squares and bent two squares in.
Page 273 7-245 8. Two shelf panels should be constructed from a 4 x 5 square cage panels bent one square in on each side of the panel. Figure 7-58: Legacy 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 9...
Page 274 7-246 9. A Hauler End Reinforcement Panel should be constructed from 27 x 9 squares of cage paneling bent 6 squares in on each side of the panel. Figure 7-59: Legacy 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 10...
Page 275 7-247 10. The cage superstructure is constructed by clipping panel 3 to the front side of panel 1 with the rolled edge inward, and then clipping panel 2 to the rear of panel 1 with the rolled edge facing inward. Panel 4 is then installed 7 squares from panel two with its rolled edge facing panel 2.
Page 276 7-248 11. The shelf described in instruction is installed 4 squares from the top of panel 2 on the left rear side of the cage between panel 4 and panel 2. Figure 7-61: Legacy 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 12...
Page 277 7-249 12. Two reinforcement support and one base reinforcement structures should be constructed from cage paneling. The reinforcement support structures are built from a 7.50” x 4.50” (5 x 3 square) panel bent in 1 square in on each side. The base reinforcement structure is formed from a 6.00”...
Page 278 7-250 13. The [4] corner braces described in instruction are installed on each corner of the cage. In addition, the hauler end described in instruction is installed on the rope basket end of the cage over the [2] corner braces. The base reinforcement panel shown in 7-63 is installed IGURE...
Page 279 7-251 14. Install the reinforcement support structures built in instruction Both should be installed centered under the inner upper structures of panels 2 and 4. Figure 7-64: Legacy 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 15...
Page 280 7-252 15. Three rope basket removal panels should be constructed and added to the cage with clips. The [2] side rope basket removal panels are constructed from a 3.0” x 37.50” cage panel. The top square of the side panels should be bent inward to be made flush with the center divider and the top lip of the trap when installed.
Page 281 16. [3] 48-inch 16-pound runners should be attached to the cage's bottom on the right and left sides and center. The runners are not included in EdgeTech kits but are customer-supplied. They are attached to the cage using 2 bolt hardware assemblies each.
Page 282 Figure 7-67: Legacy 48-inch Cage Construction Diagram 18 18. The 48-inch cage and lid are now constructed. Next, proceed to the 5112 RFS I section of the NTEGRATION AND PGRADE NSTRUCTIONS manual for instructions on installing the 5112 hardware and the for final cage configuration. ELEASE ETUP...
Page 283: 5112 Release Upgrade Kit
7-255 7.3 5112 Release Upgrade Kit Upgrade kits are available for customers who would like to update their release configuration to the latest EdgeTech version. Each kit comes with the necessary hardware and instructions. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 0024052 Rev B...
Page 284: 5112 Rfs Integration And Upgrade Kit Instructions
Table 7-4: 5112 Legacy Release Upgrade Kit 7.3.1 5112 RFS Integration and Upgrade Kit Instructions Upgrade and integration kits are designed for customers to install or upgrade 5112 release and cage configurations to the latest standard. Work instructions are provided with each kit. Upgrades and integrations should be performed in their entirety to ensure the system works.
Page 285 1/4-20” bolt threaded through a .3125 flat washer, 1/4” saddle washer that sits on two links of the cage, the lid tab, a .3125 flat washer, and 1/4“nut using the 7/16” wrenches. Figure 7-68: 5112 Kit Cage Lid Assembly Diagram Mark the correct location for float bungee attachment as noted in the...
Page 286 An EdgeTech 5112 release is mounted to an EdgeTech-specified cage using mounting plates and associated hardware assemblies. This is accomplished by first installing the bottom plate between the bottom plate retaining panel at the bottom of the cage. Next, the 5112 Acoustic Release with top plate notch oriented toward the right is lowered into the cage resting on the bottom plate.
Page 287 COUSTIC ELEASE INTO AN ONFIGURED section of this manual. Figure 7-71: 5112 Kit: Release Endcap and Mounting Plate Orientation Figure 7-72: 5112 Upgrade Kit- Release, Top Mounting Plate, Bolt Hardware, and Support Posts Installed Lid-Lift and Lid Anti-Rotation Bungee Installation...
Page 288: Figure 7-73: 5112 Upgrade Kit Lid-Lift And Anti-Rotation Bungee Locations
UNGEES ECURED WITH AIRS OTATION UNGEE UNGEE Figure 7-73: 5112 Upgrade Kit Lid-Lift and Anti-Rotation Bungee Locations Instructions: 1. Install the lid-lift bungee as described in the section of this UNGEE NSTALLATION manual.
Page 289: Legacy 5112 Rfs Integration And Upgrade Kit Instructions
7-261 7.3.2 Legacy 5112 RFS Integration and Upgrade Kit Instructions Upgrade and integration kits are designed for customers to install or upgrade 5112 release and cage configurations to the latest standard. Work instructions are provided with each kit. Upgrades and integrations should be performed in their entirety to ensure the system works.
Page 290: Figure 7-75: 5112 Legacy 48-Inch Cage Lid Float Clip Termination Point
Install the [4] 3/8” bolt assemblies, but do not tighten the hardware. The 5112 Acoustic Release is then installed into the second plate, and both are lowered into the cage onto the upper plate mounting while matching the plate notches to ensure proper orientation.
Page 291: Figure 7-77: Legacy 5112 Kit Cage Diagram
7-263 Figure 7-77: Legacy 5112 Kit Cage Diagram...
Page 292: Figure 7-78: Legacy 5112 Kit: Legacy Release Endcap And Mounting Plate Orientation
Make sure the end cap orientation is aligned properly with the mounting plate. 7. Carefully lower the plate-mounted 5112 acoustic release into place in the cage, ensuring that the top and bottom release mounting plate notches and [4] bolt hardware sets are aligned.
Page 293: Figure 7-79: Legacy 5112 Kit- Release And Top Mounting Plate Orientation
OTCH TO THE IGHT Figure 7-80: Legacy 5112 Kit-Mounting Figure 7-79: Legacy 5112 Kit- Release and Top Plate Notch Alignment Mounting Plate Orientation 8. Thread and tighten [4] 3/8”-16 bolt hardware assemblies and fasten the top mounting plate to the cage using the 9/16” socket and crescent wrench. Each bolt assembly is fastened to the plate and cage by threading a 3/8”-16 2.50”...
Page 294: Figure 7-83: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit- Release, Top Mounting Plate, Bolt Hardware, And Support Posts
7-266 Figure 7-83: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit- Release, Top Mounting Plate, Bolt Hardware, and Support Posts Installed 11. Install the transducer on the cage’s transducer platform and fasten it to the cage platform using [4] cable ties or hog rings. [2] Hog rings should be installed facing the transducer, and the [2] cable ties should be installed facing the outside of the cage.
Page 295: Figure 7-85: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit-Transducer Mounted To Cage Platform With Hog Rings And Cable
Ties Figure 7-86: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit- Plates, Release, Transducer, and Support Posts Installed 12. The link release knob can be threaded onto the 5112 release until it is ready to be armed. Lid-Lift and Lid Anti-Rotation Bungee Installation The lid-lift bungee and anti-rotation bungee are required for lid detachment. Both are secured to specific...
Page 296: Figure 7-87: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit Lid-Lift And Anti-Rotation Bungee Locations
7-268 OTATION UNGEE UNGEE Figure 7-87: Legacy 5112 Upgrade Kit Lid-Lift and Anti-Rotation Bungee Locations Instructions: 3. Install the lid-lift bungee as described in the section of this UNGEE NSTALLATION manual. 4. Install the lid anti-rotation bungee as described in the...
Page 297: Spares Kits
Kits with needed spares are available for purchase. Contact for support. USTOMER ERVICE 7.4.1 Spares Kit The 5112 system will require the occasional replacement of components and parts as part of its life cycle. A spare kit is available to purchase. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY...
Page 298: Legacy Spares Kit
7-270 7.4.2 Legacy Spares Kit The 5112 system will require the occasional replacement of components and parts as part of its life cycle. A spare kit is available to purchase. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 0022082 ASSY TOP KIT SPARES 5112...

Edgetech 5112 User Hardware Manual

Section 1

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Hardware Variations and Compatibility

About this Document

Warranty Statement

Software Service Overview

Returned Material Authorization

Customer Service

Company Background

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Section 2

1 Overview

2 Specifications

3 Setup and Activation

4 Operating Instructions

5 Maintenance

6 Troubleshooting

7 Kits

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