Page 1 Installation manual Simrad PI50 Catch monitoring system www.simrad.com T E C H N O L O G Y F O R S U S T A I N A B L E F I S H E R I E S...
Page 3 This manual provides you with the basic information required to install the Simrad PI50. For more detailed information about the practical use of the product, refer to the Simrad PI50 Operator manual or the Simrad PI50 Reference manual. 328459/A ©...
Page 4 Document history Document: 328459 / ISBN: 978-82-8066-122-7 / Rev.A Rev.A 28.04.2010 First release. Copyright ©2010 Kongsberg Maritime AS The information contained in this document remains the sole property of Kongsberg Maritime AS. No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, and the information contained within it is not to be communicated to a third party, without the prior written consent of Kongsberg Maritime AS.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Installation manual Table of contents ABOUT THIS MANUAL ............7 ABOUT THE SIMRAD PI50 ..........9 Important ........................9 System description ....................10 System diagram ...................... 11 System units ......................12 Colour display .................... 12 Processor Unit .................... 12 Sensor Receiver..................13 Hydrophone ....................14 Catch monitoring sensors ................
Page 6 External interfaces ....................52 How to set up the PI sensor data output ............52 How to set up the Simrad ITI Trawl system interface ........54 How to set up the Simrad echo sounder input..........55 How to set up the navigation system interface..........57 DRAWING FILE ...............
Page 7 PI Configurator ................... 85 Charging procedures....................86 Battery handling ..................86 How to use the Simrad PI Charger ............... 87 How to use the Simrad PI MaxiCharger............89 How to use the Simrad PI MiniCharger ............90 How to use the Simrad PS Charger............... 91 TELEGRAM FORMATS ............
Page 8 Simrad PI50 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ..........105 EQUIPMENT HANDLING ..........106 Transportation.......................106 Lifting ........................106 Storage prior to installation or use ...............107 Inspection ......................108 Unpacking ......................108 General unpacking procedure ..............108 Unpacking electronic and electromechanical units ........109 Unpacking mechanical units ..............109 Unpacking transducers ................110...
Page 9: About This Manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide the information and basic drawings required for installation of the Simrad PI50. For more detailed information about the practical use of the product, refer to the Simrad PI50 Operator manual or the Simrad PI50 Reference manual.
Page 10 Drawings may also be downloaded in PDF and/or DWG formats from http://www.simrad.com. References The following user manuals have been provided for the Simrad PI50. English manuals are provided with the PI50 when it is shipped. When available, manuals in other languages may be downloaded from http://www.simrad.com.
Page 11: About The Simrad Pi50
If you believe that something has broken down, contact your local dealer. He will be able to assist. A list of all our dealers is provided on http://www.simrad.com. If you are unable to contact a dealer, observe the support information in this chapter.
Page 12: System Description
The hydrophone is mounted under the vessel’s hull. The system further comprises a number of small and robust sensors measuring the conditions on your fishing gear. The Simrad PI50 can receive information from six sensors simultaneously. One or more sensor battery chargers are also required.
Page 13: System Diagram
About the Simrad PI50 System diagram Figure 1 System A basic system diagram is provided. Interface capabilities diagram and power cables are not shown. Display Unit Processor Unit Sensor Receiver Power Supply Hydrophone Catch Monitoring Sensors Additional units include: • Sensor Battery Charger •...
Page 14: System Units
Simrad PI50 System units Each system unit is described in more detail. Colour display Any commercial colour display can be used with the Simrad PI50 system provided that the display meets the basic specifications. These specifications are: • : 1280 x 1024...
Page 15: Sensor Receiver
The maximum length of the serial line cable between the Sensor Receiver and the Processor Unit is 50 meters. A large number of commercial graphic adapters are available, and Simrad has not tested all of them. Even adapters meeting the minimum specifications may in some cases prove to fail with the PI50 software.
Page 16: Hydrophone
Simrad PI50 Hydrophone Two hull mounted hydrophones are available, one for purse seining operations, and one for trawl operations. You can install both, and then select active hydrophone by means of a selector box on the bulkhead. Purse seine hydrophone...
Page 17: Catch Monitoring Sensors
(normally the owner of the vessel which the equipment has been installed). Unless other arrangements have been made in the contract, the Simrad PI50 guarantee period (as specified in the contract) begins when the acceptance documents have been...
Page 18: Receipt, Unpacking And Storage
The following installation requirements are applicable to this Kongsberg Maritime delivery. Approval by classification society The Simrad PI50 hydrophone installation must be approved by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) or another classification society. The shipowner and shipyard performing the installation are responsible for obtaining installation approval.
Page 19: Noise Sources
About the Simrad PI50 Noise sources The vessel’s hull, rudder(s) and propeller(s) should be thoroughly inspected in dry dock prior to installation. Roughness below the water-line deformities in the shell plating and protruding obstacles can create underwater noise. These sources of turbulence must be smoothed or removed as best as possible.
Page 20: Support Information
Simrad PI50 Support information If you need additional technical support for your Simrad PI50 you must contact your local dealer, or one of our support departments. Norway (Main office) • : Strandpromenaden 50, 3190 Horten, Norway Address • : +47 33 03 40 00 Telephone •...
Page 21: Installation Procedures
Installation procedures Installation procedures This chapter provides the basic information required to install the physical Simrad PI50 units. Note Physical installation of commercial units (computers, printers, displays) is not described in this manual. Refer to the applicable user manual(s) provided with the product.
Page 22: Basic Procedure
Simrad PI50 Basic procedure This is the basic installation procedure. Check that you have received all parts required for the installation; cables, connectors, brackets, drawings etc. → Drawing file on page 59 Install the hydrophone and its cable according to the guidelines in the hydrophone manual and the drawings provided with it.
Page 23 Installation procedures The Marine Computer is easily mounted with the brackets supplied with the unit. A small external power supply is provided, and must be placed near the computer. Figure 6 PI50 Marine Computer Preparations Two brackets and eight bolts enclosed. Mount the two brackets at the bottom of the computer.
Page 24: Colour Display Installation
Simrad PI50 Colour display installation Different commercial colour displays are available. For installation and operation of the chosen display unit, refer to the manual supplied with the unit. To make sure that the procedure is followed correctly, and in the right order, tick off each task after you have done it.
Page 25 Installation procedures Preparations Two brackets are mounted on the Receiver Unit to facilitate installation on a bulkhead or inside a cabinet wall. You need to find four 4 mm bolts or screws. Procedure To make sure that the procedure is followed correctly, and in the right order, tick off each task after you have done it.
Page 26: Pi50 Cable Layout
Simrad PI50 PI50 Cable layout This chapter describes the installation requirements for the Simrad PI50 cables. Note All electronic installations and corresponding wiring must be in accordance with the vessel’s national registry and corresponding maritime authority and/or classification society. Observe Basic cable requirements on page 116.
Page 27: Cable Plan
PI50 Cable layout Cable plan Figure 8 Cable plan, topside Display Computer Ethernet cable to vessel LAN (C09, optional) Serial cable to Receiver Unit (C10) If a loudspeaker system is installed, use the appropriate output (audio or USB depending on the speaker system) on the rear side of the computer. 328459/A...
Page 28 Simrad PI50 Figure 9 Cable plan, Receiver Unit Serial cable to Processor Unit (C10) Receiver Unit Power supply Hydrophone Note that the individual units are not drawn to scale. 328459/A...
Page 29: List Of Cables
PI50 Cable layout List of cables The list below specifies each cable used on the PI50 system. References are made to the location of connector(s), detailed cable drawings and specifications. PI50 Cable list PI50/C01 Keyboard This is a standard keyboard cable. It is usually fixed to the keyboard. The connection normally depends on the make and model of the computer.
Page 30 Simrad PI50 PI50/C05 Computer to AC mains This cable is provided with the computer. It is a standard commercial mains cable. The display end is normally terminated with an IEC C13 inline socket. The other end is terminated in an AC connector suitable for the local conditions. If this is not the case, you must replace the AC connector.
Page 31 PI50 Cable layout PI50/C10 Serial line to Receiver Unit This cable provides all communication between the Receiver Unit and the computer. A standard three-wire serial line is used. The Receiver Unit provides a 9–pin D-connector socket. The same connector is normally used on the computer too. →...
Page 32 Simrad PI50 PI50/C21 DC power cable The PI50 Receiver Unit powered from a DC supply. The power supply – with all cables – are provided with the PI50 delivery. → Receiver Unit power supply on page 39 PI50/C22 Hydrophone cable The hydrophone is connected to the dedicated socket on the Receiver Unit.
Page 33: Cable Drawings
PI50 Cable layout Cable drawings This chapter provides details cable drawings offering cable specifications and termination information. Topics • Generic RS-232 Serial line on page 32 • Generic RS-232 Serial line on page 33 • Vessel ground on page 35 •...
Page 34: Generic Rs-232 Serial Line
Simrad PI50 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.
Page 35: Generic Rs-232 Serial Line
PI50 Cable layout Generic RS-232 Serial line This cable comprises a multi purpose serial line. It provides interface with any peripheral unit. One end of the cable connects to the local unit with a 9-pin D-connector, (DTE) while the other connects to the peripheral as described in the peripheral unit’s (DCE) documentation.
Page 36: Commercial Power Supply
Simrad PI50 Commercial power supply This is a standard commercial power supply. The input is normally 115 and/or 230 Vac, while the output voltage and power capacity is set up to match the device it shall be used with. A large variety of these power supplies exist. Some will also have an in-line power “box”.
Page 37: Vessel Ground
PI50 Cable layout Vessel ground This cable is used to connect a system unit to the ship’s ground. Note that this cable must be as short as possible. Cable specifications • : 1 x 6 mm² Conductors • : None Screen •...
Page 38: Ac Mains (Iec 60320)
Simrad PI50 AC mains (IEC 60320) This is a commercial 230 Vac power cable for mains power. One end is fitted with an IEC plug, the other with a standard European mains plug. This is a standard cable type supplied in different lengths.
Page 39: Ac Mains (Iec320/C7)
PI50 Cable layout AC mains (IEC320/C7) This is a commercial 230 Vac power cable for 2-phase mains power. One end is fitted with an IEC320/C7 plug, the other with a standard European mains plug. This is a standard cable type supplied in different lengths. Cable specifications •...
Page 40: Commercial Dc Power Supply
Simrad PI50 Commercial DC power supply This is a commercial low voltage DC power supply. The input is a standard IEC320/C8 connector. The output cable is fastened to the power supply, and holds a standard circular plug. The polarity is printed on the supply.
Page 41: Receiver Unit Power Supply
PI50 Cable layout Receiver Unit power supply This cable is used to connect the DC power supply from the commercial power supply to the Receiver Unit. The cable is provided fixed to the power supply, and it connects to a three-pin socket on the Receiver Unit. Cable specifications •...
Page 42: Rj45 Ethernet, Straight
Simrad PI50 RJ45 Ethernet, straight This cable is used to provide standard Ethernet connections. Note that various categories exists. Normally, CAT-5E and CAT-6 cables are used in local area networks with bandwidth exceeding 100 Mbit. Ethernet cables are available commercially in different lengths, colours and categories.
Page 43: Vga/Svga Display
PI50 Cable layout VGA/SVGA Display This is a standard VGA and SVGA video cable. One end is normally connected to the display, while the other end is terminated in a standard D-connector. Cable specifications • Not applicable. This is a commercial cable. 328459/A...
Page 44: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)
Simrad PI50 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Just about any computer that you buy today comes with one or more Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors on the back. These connectors let you attach everything from mouse to printers to your computer quickly and easily. Since the operating system supports USB, installation of device drivers is also easy.
Page 45: Parallel Printer
PI50 Cable layout Parallel printer This is a standard “Centronics” parallel printer cable. It is provided ready-made with printers, and also obtainable from commercial retailers. Termination is made with 25–pin “D-sub” connector in one end, parallel port connector in the other end (IEEE 1284–A) Cable specifications •...
Page 46: Dvi-I Display
Simrad PI50 DVI–I Display This cable is a standard DVI-I cable. It is normally provided with the colour display. For more information about the DVI signals, see http://en.wikipedia.org. Signal Signal TMDS Data 2- (Digital red - (Link 1)) Ground (Return for pin 14 and analog sync)
Page 47: Iti Serial Line
PI50 Cable layout ITI serial line This cable is used to provide a two-way communication to a Simrad ITI Trawl system. Cable specifications • : 9 x 2 x 0.5 mm² Conductors • : Screened twisted pairs and overall braided Screen •...
Page 48: Hydrophone Junction Box
Simrad PI50 Hydrophone junction box The hydrophone cable will need to be spliced. Do not splice with solder and electrical tape, or a commercial terminal block for home lightning! The cable shielding must however not be grounded in the junction box.
Page 49: Hydrophone
PI50 Cable layout Hydrophone The hydrophone is connected to the dedicated socket on the Receiver Unit. Cable specifications • : 6 x 0.5 mm² + Ground Conductors • : Overall braided Screen • : 60 V Voltage • : 8 mm Maximum diameter 328459/A...
Page 50: Software Installation
Simrad PI50 Software installation If the 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 upgrades are useful if your PI50 fails, and you suspect a software error. An upgrade is also required whenever the PI50 software is modified.
Page 51: How To Obtain The Pi50 License
Software installation If you use operating system: Windows 7 Observe that will open a dialog requesting information Windows 7 Firewall about the network. Select Public, and click Allow access Observe the start-up procedure in the Getting started chapter. This chapter is provided in the PI50 Operator manual and PI50 Reference manual. How to obtain the PI50 license The PI50 requires a valid license to operate.
Page 52: How To Upgrade The Pi50 Software
Simrad PI50 Click to save the current settings and close the dialog. How to upgrade the 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.
Page 53: Interfaces And Integration
Interfaces and integration Interfaces and integration The Simrad PI50 computer provides one or more multi purpose serial and Ethernet ports for external interfaces. Which interfaces to use, and how many, must be decided by considering the available serial lines on the computer and the need for integration with other hydroacoustic and navigation systems.
Page 54: Telegrams
• How to set up the PI sensor data output on page 52 • How to set up the Simrad ITI Trawl system interface on page 54 • How to set up the Simrad echo sounder input on page 55 •...
Page 55 Interfaces and integration Locate a free serial port that can be used for this communication. On the serial line socket on the PI50 computer, connect the RS-232 cable as follows: • Receive signal on pin 2. • Transmit signal on pin 3. •...
Page 56: How To Set Up The Simrad Iti Trawl System Interface
18 If the data flow is operational, close all dialogs. How to set up the Simrad ITI Trawl system interface This procedure explains how the PI50 can be set up to receive ITI and FS information on a serial port.
Page 57: How To Set Up The Simrad Echo Sounder Input
13 If the data flow is operational, close all dialogs. How to set up the Simrad echo sounder input Communication with the Simrad ES Family echo sounder systems is based on NMEA and proprietary telegrams. Depth information is also accepted from other echo sounders, provided that one of the listed datagram formats are used.
Page 58 Simrad PI50 • Common on pin 5. Ground → Generic RS-232 Serial line on page 32 → Generic RS-232 Serial line on page 33 On the echo sounder computer, use a similar serial line output. Connect the RS-232 cable as follows: •...
Page 59: How To Set Up The Navigation System Interface
Interfaces and integration 12 Check the data flow from the peripheral device. In order to monitor this data flow, the peripheral system must be active and transmitting information to the PI50. 13 If the data flow is operational, close all dialogs. How to set up the navigation system interface This procedure explains how to connect a GPS system to the PI50 using serial line or Ethernet communication.
Page 60 Simrad PI50 • Common on pin 5. Ground → Generic RS-232 Serial line on page 32 → Generic RS-232 Serial line on page 33 On the GPS system, wire as described in the relevant documentation. Ensure that the total length of the serial line cable does not exceed approximately 50 meters.
Page 61: Drawing File
Drawing file Drawing file This chapter contains relevant drawings related to the electrical and physical installation of the Simrad PI50. Note The mechanical drawings are for information and guidance only. They are not in scale. All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise is noted.
Page 62: Pi50 Marine Computer
Simrad PI50 PI50 Marine computer 328459/A...
Page 63: Pi50 Receiver Unit
Drawing file PI50 Receiver Unit 328459/A...
Page 64: Power Supply For Pi50 Receiver Unit
Simrad PI50 Power Supply for PI50 Receiver Unit 328459/A...
Page 65: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications Technical specifications This chapter lists the main technical specifications for the Simrad PI50. Note We reserve the right to alter technical specifications without prior notice. Related topics • Catch monitoring system specifications on page 63 • Interface specifications on page 64 •...
Page 66: Interface Specifications
– ITI data (proprietary telegram formats) Colour display specifications Commercial display The Simrad PI50 may be supplied with one of several commercial displays, and several sizes are available. Displays may also be purchased locally. Specifications are supplied with the displays.
Page 67: Pi50 Marine Computer Specifications
Technical specifications PI50 Marine Computer specifications Operational specifications • Processor and memory: – : Core Duo (T2500) Processor – : 2 GHz Clock frequency – : Intel® 852 GM(E) Chipset – : 4 Gb – : 30 Gb Solid State Drive Hard disk –...
Page 68 The PI50 software does not support Microsoft© Windows© NT or older operating systems. A large number of commercial graphic adapters are available, and Simrad has not tested all of them. Even adapters meeting the minimum specifications may in some cases prove to fail with the PI50 software.
Page 69: Hydrophone Installation
Hydrophone installation Hydrophone installation For hydrophone installation, refer to the documents provided with each hydrophone. The documents can also be downloaded from http://www.simrad.com. The following installation manuals apply: • Purse seine hydrophone installation manual [164149] • Trawl hydrophone installation manual [164472] •...
Page 70: Pi Sensors
Simrad PI50 PI sensors This chapter describes the various sensors you can use with the Simrad PI50 Catch monitoring system. It also provides the basic – and important! – information related to sensor configuration, and it explains how to use the sensor chargers.
Page 71: Pi Bottom Contact Purpose And Application
The trawl has lifted off the bottom, and the detection wire is released. The purpose of the Simrad PI Bottom Contact sensor is to detect if a bottom trawl is accidentally lifted up from the seabed. This will allow fish to escape under the gear.
Page 72: Pi Catch Purpose And Application
Simrad PI MiniCharger Figure 11 PI Catch application Using the Simrad PI Catch sensor, you can easily monitor the filling rate and the amount of catch in the trawl. The sensor simply monitors the expansion of the meshes in the cod-end.
Page 73: Pi Depth Purpose And Application
Simrad PI MiniCharger Figure 12 PI Depth application The Simrad PI Depth sensor provides information about the current depth and the depth changes of your gear. • On a bottom trawl, you will use the sensor to achieve full control when shooting, and to position the trawl on the slope.
Page 74: Pi Height Purpose And Application
Simrad PI MaxiCharger Figure 13 PI Height application The Simrad PI Height sensor measures the height over the bottom, that is the distance from the bottom and up to wherever the sensor is located. This provides you with a valuable range of applications for bottom and pelagic trawling.
Page 75: Pi Spread Purpose And Application
Simrad PI MaxiCharger Figure 14 PI Spread application The purpose of the Simrad PI Spread sensor system is to measure the distance between the two trawl doors. The PI Spread sensor will always require a PI Remote sensor on the other door to carry out this measurement. The PI Spread sensor system has been developed to be used on both bottom and pelagic trawls.
Page 76: Pi Twin Spread Purpose And Application
This is a “dual” sensor. It will seize two communication channels on the PI50. Figure 15 PI Twin Spread application The purpose of the Simrad PI Twin Spread sensor system is to measure the distances between the two trawl openings on a dual bottom or pelagic trawl. A PI Twin Spread sensor is mounted on the port door, while two PI Remote sensors are placed on the centre clump and on the starboard door.
Page 77: Pi Spread/Depth Purpose And Application
This is a “dual” sensor. It will seize two communication channels on the PI50. Figure 16 PI Spread/Depth application The purpose of the Simrad PI Spread/Depth dual sensor is to achieve accurate measurements of both the water depth and the distance between the two trawl doors.
Page 78: Pi Temperature Purpose And Application
Simrad PI Charger Simrad PI MiniCharger Figure 17 PI Temperature application The Simrad PI Temperature sensor tells you the exact sea water temperature while you are fishing. The water temperature is an important parameter. Fish and bait are temperature sensitive, and they are normally found within specific temperature zones for feeding and spawning.
Page 79: Pi Temperature/Depth Purpose And Application
This is a “dual” sensor. It will seize two communication channels on the PI50. Figure 18 PI Temperature/Depth application The purpose of the Simrad PI Temperature/Depth dual sensor is to achieve accurate measurements of both the water depth and the temperature.
Page 80 “dual” sensors. They will seize two communication channels on the PI50. Figure 19 PI Geometry application The purpose of the Simrad PI Geometry sensor system is to monitor the geometry of your trawl or danish seine. This is achieved by making accurate measurements of the distances between the centre of the headrope above the trawl opening (or the footrope at the bottom) and each of the trawl doors or wing ends.
Page 81: Pi Height/Depth Purpose And Application
PI sensors The Simrad PI Geometry sensor system has been developed to be used on both bottom and pelagic trawls, as well as pair trawls and danish seiners. In addition to the PI Geometry sensor, the system uses two PI Mini-R transponders. These are mounted on the trawl doors (or trawl wings).
Page 82: Pi Seinesounder Purpose And Application
The Simrad PI SeineSounder has been developed to be used on both bottom and pelagic trawls and on purse and Danish seiners. The sensor must be installed in two different ways depending on the application.
Page 83: Pi Remote/Depth Purpose And Application
Simrad PI MaxiCharger Figure 22 PI Remote/Depth application The purpose of the Simrad PI Remote/Depth dual sensor is to achieve accurate measurements of the water depth, while at the same time communicate with the PI Spread or PI Spread/Depth sensor to measure the distance between the two trawl doors.
Page 84: Pi Rip Purpose And Application
The PI Rip sensor will let you know immediately if your net is torn apart. The Simrad PI Rip sensor is identical to the PI Catch sensor, but uses other rubber band sensors. It can thus be regarded as a second application for the Simrad PI Catch sensor.
Page 85: Sensor Configuration
(channel selection and update rate), use the PI Configurator utility. See PI Configurator on page 85. All sensors are provided from Simrad with factory default channels and update rates. Refer to the table in section Default communication channels and update rates on page 83.
Page 86: Changing A Communication Channel
This is because the lower communication channels use lower transmission frequencies. All sensors are provided from Simrad with a default communication channel. In some cases you may find that the chosen channel does not suit your operational needs, for example if you have more than one sensor of any given type.
Page 87: Pi Configurator
• A high update rate will give you frequent information updates, but the battery will run out faster. All sensors are provided from Simrad with a default update rate setting. In some cases you may find that this update rate does not suit your operational needs. This is a decision you have to make depending on the local fishing conditions.
Page 88: Charging Procedures
Simrad PI50 Charging procedures This section explains how you shall recharge the battery in the Simrad PI Sensors. WARNING Charging a sensor at sub zero temperature might develop explosive gases representing a potential danger. Simrad assumes no liability for improper charging, or the use of other chargers than those approved by us.
Page 89: How To Use The Simrad Pi Charger
PI sensors How to use the Simrad PI Charger Figure 24 The PI Charger set up to charge a The Simrad PI Charger is an PI sensor intelligent battery charger for fast and secure charging of all PS and PI sensors. The charger will...
Page 90 Do not charge sensors in temperatures above +50°C or below 0°C! WARNING Charging a sensor at sub zero temperature might develop explosive gases representing a potential danger. Simrad assumes no liability for improper charging, or the use of other chargers than those approved by us.
Page 91: How To Use The Simrad Pi Maxicharger
Do not use the PI MaxiCharger on any other PI or PS sensors than those listed here! The large charging current may damage the battery! The Simrad PI MaxiCharger is provided with a small booklet from the manufacturer (Mascot). Read this booklet before you put the charger to work! WARNING Charging a sensor at sub zero temperature might develop explosive gases representing a potential danger.
Page 92: How To Use The Simrad Pi Minicharger
L-Type sensors too, but due to the small charge current, this will not be efficient. The Simrad PI MiniCharger is provided with a small booklet from the manufacturer (Mascot). Read this booklet before you put the charger to work!
Page 93: How To Use The Simrad Ps Charger
• All PS Sensors • PI Bottom Contact • PI Catch • PI Depth • PI Temperature • PI Remote (small version) The Simrad PS Charger can not be used to charge the PI sensors not listed here. 328459/A...
Page 94 PI sensors, but only at normal charge rate. WARNING Charging a sensor at sub zero temperature might develop explosive gases representing a potential danger. Simrad assumes no liability for improper charging, or the use of other chargers than those approved by us.
Page 95: Telegram Formats
Telegram formats Telegram formats All telegram formats used to provided interfaces to and from the Simrad PI50 Catch monitoring are described in detail in this appendix. Topics • About the NMEA telegram format on page 94 • Specification of NMEA telegrams on page 96 •...
Page 96: About The Nmea Telegram Format
Simrad PI50 About the NMEA telegram format The Simrad PI50 can send and receive information to and from several different peripherals. All transmissions take place as telegrams with data sentences. Each telegram has a defined format and length. standard is the most common protocol used to receive and transmit data NMEA 0183 to and from peripheral sensors.
Page 97: Standard Nmea 0183 Communication Parameters
Telegram formats Standard NMEA 0183 communication parameters The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: • : 4800 bits per second Baudrate • Data bits • : None Parity • : One Stop bits Some instruments will also offer other parameters and/or choices. Sentence structure The following provides a summary explanation of the approved parametric sentence structure.
Page 98: Specification Of Nmea Telegrams
Simrad PI50 Specification of NMEA telegrams Topics • DBS Depth below surface on page 96 • GLL Geographical position latitude/longitude on page 97 • GGA Global positioning system fix data on page 98 • HDG Heading, deviation and variation on page 98 •...
Page 99: Gll Geographical Position Latitude/Longitude
Telegram formats GLL Geographical position latitude/longitude This telegram is used to transfer latitude and longitude of vessel position, time of position fix and status from a global positioning system (GPS). Format $--GLL,llll.ll,a,yyyyy.yy,a, hhmmss.ss,A,a*hh<CR><LF> Format description = talker identifier – – = telegram identifier.
Page 100: Gga Global Positioning System Fix Data
Simrad PI50 GGA Global positioning system fix data This telegram contains time, position and fix related data from a global positioning system (GPS). Format $--GGA,hhmmss.ss,llll.ll,a,yyyyy.yy,a, x,zz,d.d,a.a,M,g.g,M,r.r,cccc*hh<CR><LF> Format description = talker identifier – – = telegram identifier = coordinated universal time (UTC) of position hhmmss.ss...
Page 101: Hdm Heading, Magnetic
Telegram formats = magnetic sensor heading, degrees = magnetic deviation, degrees east/west z.z,a = magnetic variation, degrees east/west r.r,a HDM Heading, magnetic This telegram contains vessel heading in degrees magnetic. The telegram is no longer recommended for use in new designs. It is often replaced by the telegram.
Page 102: Vhw Water Speed And Heading
Simrad PI50 = status, characters (data valid) or (Navigation receiver warning) are used. = latitude nort/south. Characters (North) or (South) identifies the bearing. llll.ll,a = longitude east/west. Characters (East) or (West) identifies the yyyyy.yy.a bearing. = speed over ground, knots...
Page 103: Vlw Dual Ground/Water Distance
Telegram formats VLW Dual ground/water distance This telegram contains the distance travelled relative to the water and over the ground. Format $--VLW,x.x,N,y.y,N,z.z,N,g.g,N*hh<CR><LF> Format description = talker identifier – – = telegram identifier = total cumulative water distance, nautical miles. x.x,N = water distance since reset, nautical miles.
Page 104: Proprietary Telegrams And Formats
= telegram identifier = depth in meters (0 to 2000) x.x,M HFB Trawl headrope to footrope and bottom This proprietary Simrad telegram contains the distance from the headrope to the footrope, and from the footrope to the bottom. Format @IIHFB,x.x,M,y.y,M<CR><LF>...
Page 105 Telegram formats Format $PSIMP,D1,tt,dd,M,U,SNo,MNo,C,V,CR,Q, In,SL,NL,G,Cb,error*chksum<CR><LF> Format description = Talker identifier (mandatory) = Telegram identifier = Sentence specifier = Time of day = Current date = Measurement type: • D = Depth • T = Temperature • C = Catch • B = Bottom •...
Page 106 Simrad PI50 = The checksum field consists of a "*" and two hex digits representing the chksum exclusive OR of all characters between, but not including, the "$" and "*" characters 328459/A...
Page 107: General Safety Rules
Appendix A General safety rules APPENDIX A — GENERAL SAFETY RULES The Simrad PI50 Catch monitoring system operates on 230 Vac 50/60 Hz. WARNING This voltage may be lethal! The following safety precautions must be followed at all times during installation and maintenance work: •...
Page 108: Equipment Handling
Simrad PI50 APPENDIX B — EQUIPMENT HANDLING This section provides the basic rules for transportation, storage and handling of units. In this context, a unit may be any large or small part of the system. It can be supplied as part of the initial delivery, or as a spare part.
Page 109: Storage Prior To Installation Or Use
Appendix B Equipment handling 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.
Page 110: Inspection
Simrad PI50 13 If the unit contains normal batteries, these may have been disconnected/isolated before the unit was packed. These must only be reconnected before the installation starts. Units containing batteries are marked. Caution Units containing lithium or alkaline batteries must be handled separately and with care.
Page 111: Unpacking Electronic And Electromechanical Units
Appendix B Equipment handling 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. Place the carton on a stable work bench or on the floor with the top of the carton uppermost.
Page 112: Unpacking Transducers
Simrad PI50 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.
Page 113: Cleaning Cabinets
Appendix B Equipment handling Cleaning cabinets If a cabinet has been exposed to salt atmosphere while it was in use, it must be thoroughly cleaned both internally and externally to prevent corrosion. Wipe the cabinet externally using a damp cloth and a little detergent. Do not use excessive amounts of water as the unit may not be water tight.
Page 114: Internal Batteries
Simrad PI50 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.
Page 115: Circuit Board Handling And Packaging
Appendix B Equipment handling 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°...
Page 116: Returning A Circuit Board
Simrad PI50 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. Keep far away from the bridge or any other rooms with wall-to-wall carpets! If possible, bring a wristband and ground yourself.
Page 117 Appendix B Equipment handling 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.
Page 118: Basic Cable Requirements
Simrad PI50 APPENDIX C — BASIC CABLE REQUIREMENTS This chapter provides general information related to the installation of system cables. Topics • Cable trays on page 116 • Radio Frequency interference on page 117 • Physical protection on page 117 •...
Page 119: Radio Frequency Interference
Appendix C Basic cable requirements • 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 Frequency (RF) interference such as a transmitter aerial system or radio transmitters, must, unless shielded by a metal deck or bulkhead, be adequately screened by sheathing,...
Page 120: Cable Connections
Simrad PI50 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.
Page 121 Index Index Cabling, 24 about, 52, 94 drawings, 31 About Catch monitoring system telegram, 96, 102 NMEA telegram specifications, 63 DC cable formats, 94 Catch sensor Receiver Unit power sensors, 68 purpose, 70 supply, 39 this manual, 7 Changing DC Power supply AC mains cable communication outline dimensions...
Page 122 Familiarization license, 49 depth input, 55 sensors, 68 pack a circuit board, 114 echo sounder input, 55 Simrad PI50, 9 remove PI50 software, 50 external, 51 return a circuit board, 114 Global Positioning set up depth input, 55 System, 57...
Page 123 Index installation procedure, 21–22 purpose, 72 commercial, 38 specifications, 65 PI Height/Depth outline dimensions Modifying purpose, 79 drawing, 62 communication PI MaxiCharger Printer channels, 84 use, 89 cable update rate, 84 PI MiniCharger parallel, 43 use, 90 Procedure PI Remote install the PI50 Marine purpose, 73 Computer, 22...
Page 124 106 Simrad PI50 computer, 65 Travelled distance familiarization, 9 interfaces, 64 telegram, 101 introduction, 9 Telegram Trawl Simrad PI50 sensors Course over ground and depth about, 68 Ground speed, 100 telegram, 102 Software Dual ground/water Trawl hydrophone installation, 48...
Page 125 Index description, 14 Trawl, bottom telegram, 102 Trawl, footrope telegram, 102 Trawl, headrope telegram, 102 Twin Spread sensor purpose, 74 Unit installation procedures, 19 Units main, 10 system, 12 Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable, 42 Unpacking circuit boards, 113 equipment, 108 Update rate changing, 84 default values, 83...

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