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Installation manual Table of contents ABOUT THIS MANUAL ............5 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ..........6 Physical installation....................7 Display setup ......................8 Single display ....................8 Dual display ....................9 SOFTWARE PROCEDURES..........11 Software installation, upgrade and removal ............12 How to install the ES70/PI50 software ............12 How to obtain the ES70/PI50 license............
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Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Cables......................32 Internal batteries ..................33 Dehumidifier ....................33 Coatings..................... 33 Re-packaging......................33 Temperature protection...................33 Circuit board handling and packaging..............34 Returning a circuit board ................35 Electro-Static Discharge (ESD)................35 BASIC CABLE REQUIREMENTS ........37 Cable trays ......................37 Radio Frequency interference ................38...
About the technical descriptions and the target audience This manual describes the installation of the Simrad Marine Computer The manual is intended for technical personnel; qualified maintenance engineers and technicians. It is assumed that the personnel is conversant with the general principles of maritime electronic equipment, in particular sonar, echo sounder and catch monitoring systems.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Installation procedure This chapter describes how to do the physical installation of the computer and the power supply, as well as the display setup. Topics • Physical installation on page 7 • Display setup on page 8 –...
Installation procedure Physical installation The ES70/PI50 Marine Computer is an industrial computer. It is small, rugged, and contains no moving parts. This means that fans, hard disks and CD drives are omitted. The computer provides Ethernet sockets, RS-232 serial lines, and a number of USB connectors.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Display setup Topics • Single display on page 8 • Dual display on page 9 Single display The ES70/PI50 Marine Computer is provided with Windows 7 ® operating system, and all operational software installed. This includes the display setup. However, the computer will automatically sense the display you connect during system installation, and which video output you use.
Installation procedure Figure 2 dialog with default parameters shown Screen Resolution to Show desktop only on 2, then click Multiple displays Apply Observe message dialog: Do you want to keep these display settings? Click Keep change to 1280 x 1024, then click Resolution Apply Observe message dialog:...
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Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Place the cursor on the computer desktop, and right-click to open the short-cut menu. Select on the menu. Screen Resolution Observe the default configuration: • : 1|2 Multiple Monitors Displays • : 1024 x 768 Resolution •...
Software procedures Software procedures This chapter provides procedures for software installation, backup restore, and activation of the operating system. Topics • Software installation, upgrade and removal on page 12 – How to install the ES70/PI50 software on page 12 – How to obtain the ES70/PI50 license on page 13 –...
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Software installation, upgrade and removal If the ES70/PI50 system is provided with a computer, it is delivered with all necessary software installed, configured and tested. If you use your own computer, you must do this yourself.
Software procedures Observe the start-up procedure in the Getting started chapter. This chapter is provided in the ES70/PI50 Operator manual and ES70/PI50 Reference manual. How to obtain the ES70/PI50 license The ES70/PI50 requires a valid license to operate. Without a license you will not be able to communicate with the transceiver.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer How to upgrade the ES70/PI50 software Use this procedure if you wish to reinstall the software, or receive a new CD-ROM with a software upgrade. Observe the procedure for software installation. → How to install the ES70/PI50 software on page 12 Unless you have made any hardware changes on your computer, the existing software license will be used.
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Software procedures 11 Observe that the computer restarts automatically. 12 After approximately four minutes, observe the following message: Type your windows product key 13 Enter the license key. The license key is located on a small sticker under the computer chassis. 14 Make sure that is selected.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Windows 7 activation Once the Windows 7 ® operating system has been installed, either from scratch, or from a restore disk or USB memory stick, it must be activated. You must activate Windows within 30 days of installation. Activation helps verify that Windows on your computer is genuine and that it hasn’t been used on more...
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Software procedures If your computer is connected to the Internet, click Activate Windows online now This process is automatic. Sit back and wait, and follow the instructions provided. If your computer is not connected to the Internet, click Show me other ways to activate In the next dialog, click Use the automated phone system...
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Cable layout For information about the cabling of the entire system, refer to the applicable installation manual. Topics • Rear panel connectors on page 19 • Connector wiring on page 20 – Generic RS-232 Serial line on page 21 –...
Cable layout Rear panel connectors Figure 9 Marine Computer, rear connectors Switch for remote on/off control of external devices. The internal switch is closed when the computer is powered up. DC input from power supply (12 to 30 Vdc) Note Supply voltage ground is also computer chassis ground.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Connector wiring This section only holds the cable drawings directly related to the Marine Computer. For the remaining cable drawings for the PI50 or ES70 system, refer to the applicable installation manual. Topics • Generic RS-232 Serial line on page 21 •...
Cable layout Generic RS-232 Serial line This cable holds a multi purpose serial line. It provides interface with any peripheral unit. One end of the cable connects to the local unit (DTE) with a 9-pin D-connector, while the other connects to the peripheral (DCE) as described in the peripheral unit’s documentation.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Generic RS-422 Serial line This cable holds a multi purpose RS-422 balanced serial line. It provides interface with any peripheral unit. One end of the cable connects to the local unit (DTE) with a 9-pin D-connector, while the other connects to the peripheral (DCE) as described in the peripheral unit’s documentation.
Cable layout Serial line adapter This is a commercial adapter. It allows you to connect four RS-232 serial lines to a common socket on the computer. Cable specifications • Not applicable 345266/A...
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Drawing file This chapter contains the installation and outline dimension drawings for the Simrad Marine Computer. Note The mechanical drawings are for information and guidance only. They are not in scale. All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise is noted.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer APPENDIX A — GENERAL SAFETY RULES The Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine computer system operates on 230 Vac 50/60 Hz. WARNING This voltage is lethal! The following safety precautions must be followed at all times during installation and maintenance work •...
Transportation Unless otherwise stated in the accompanying documentation, electronic, electro-mechanical and mechanical units supplied by Simrad can be transported using all methods approved for delicate equipment; (by road, rail, air or sea). The units are to be transported in accordance with general or specific instructions for the appropriate unit(s), using pallets, transport cases, or carton boxes as appropriate.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Ensure that all available lifting lugs are used. Ensure the unit remains under control during the operation to avoid damage to the unit, equipment or personnel. Heavy units may be transported using a forklift truck. Special attention must then be paid to the position of the unit’s centre of gravity.
If any units are damaged, prepare an inspection report stating the condition of the unit and actions taken. Describe the damage and collect photographic evidence if possible. Send the inspection report to Simrad as soon as possible. If the units are not damaged, check the humidity absorbing material. If required, dry or replace the bags, then re-pack the unit(s) according to the packing instructions.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Check the carton before opening it to ensure it shows no signs of dropping, immersion in water or other mishandling. If the carton shows signs of such damage, refer to the paragraph covering Inspection on receipt.
Appendix B Equipment handling Unpacking transducers Transducers may be supplied mounted to a hull unit (if any), or packed separately. Crates are normally identified by the order number and the serial number. The transducer face must be protected by a rigid, padded cover (e.g. a wooden box lined with foam rubber) all the time it is exposed to the risk of physical damage.
The mediums to be used will normally be defined in the unit’s maintenance manual. Cables Wipe clean all exposed cables, and check for damage. If a cable shows signs of wear or ageing, contact Simrad for advice. 345266/A...
Appendix B Equipment handling Internal batteries If the unit contains batteries, these may discharge slowly during storage. If the unit is to be stored for an extended period, disconnect or remove all internal batteries. A suitable piece of insulating material can be placed between the battery and the electrical contacts to prevent electrical discharge.
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer Must not be transported or stored in temperatures below -5 degrees Celsius. Other units can normally be stored in temperatures between -30° C and +70° C, refer to the system’s technical specifications for details. Unless otherwise specified, transducers must not be stored in temperatures below -20° C and above +60°...
Appendix B Equipment handling Unpacking on board the vessel When you are working on board a vessel, an “approved conductive service mat” is often far away. As you still need to unpack circuit boards, make sure that you do it in the instrument room, or at another location where you have a steel deck.
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Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer The service personnel involved must wear a wristband in direct contact with the skin, connected to the service mat. Printed circuit boards must be placed on the conductive service mat during installation, maintenance etc. If, for any reason, it is necessary to move the circuit board from the conductive service mat, it must be placed in an approved antistatic transportation container (e.g.
Appendix C Basic cable requirements APPENDIX C — BASIC CABLE REQUIREMENTS This chapter provides general information related to the installation of system cables. Topics • Cable trays on page 37 • Radio Frequency interference on page 38 • Physical protection on page 38 •...
Simrad ES70/PI50 Marine Computer • To allow for future expansion of the system, all cables should be allocated spare conductor pairs. Also, space within the vessel should be set aside for the installation of extra cables. Radio Frequency interference All cables that are to be permanently installed within 9 m (30 ft) of any source of Radio...
Appendix C Basic cable requirements and designed to ensure a good ground connection. The glands used must be firmly attached to, and in good electrical contact with, a metal structure grounded in accordance with these recommendations. Electrical continuity must be ensured along the entire length of all cable coverings, particularly at joints and splices.
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