Page 1 SL 30/35 HULL SONAR OPERATORS MANUAL 974-25007001 Issue 2.0 September 2003...
Page 3 Warranty on Parts or Equipment Replacement: It is at the sole discretion of Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. to either repair or replace any unit/part that fails within the limits of the Warranty Policy.
Page 4 List of Contents Warranty Service: Warranty service is available worldwide through authorized Kongsberg Group Companies, Simrad Distributors, Dealers or Agencies. When requesting warranty service, you must supply the following information: 1. Proof of purchase. 2. Equipment part number and serial number.
Page 5 Part 5 ....................Selecting Settings Part 6 ..............SL 35 Installation, Start-Up and Test Part 7 ..............SL 30 Installation, Start-Up and Test Part 8 ......................Maintenance Part 9 ..................Attachments and Drawings Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 6 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 4 List of Contents Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 7 L.F. Second Release To assist us in making improvements to the product and this document, Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech welcomes comments and constructive criticisms. Please send all such comments, in writing or by e-mail, to: Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Documentation Department...
Page 8 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 6 List of Contents Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
1.1.1 Equipment Configuration ..............1.3 1.1.2 System Diagram ...................1.4 1.1.3 Display....................1.5 1.1.4 Processor Unit ..................1.5 1.1.5 Control Panel and Interface Unit ............1.5 1.1.6 Sonar Room Unit ..................1.6 1.2 SL 30/35 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...........1.7 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 10 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 1.2 System Familiarization Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 11: System Familiarization
1. SYSTEM FAMILIARIZATION 1.1 OVERVIEW The SIMRAD SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Series is a short range, mechanical scanning sonar designed for small and medium sized purse seiners and trawl fishing vessels. The system provides real time images from the sonar dome to the bridge, thus...
Page 12: System Diagram
(Min. 660 mm) 206mm Ship Hull (2.5m) Input Power 140mm 450 mm 24 VDC =/- 10% Keel 250mm Sonar Dome Catch Sonar Dome 400mm Travel 90kHz or 160kHz 90kHz or 160kHz Travel Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 13: Display
The display monitor for the SL 30/35 Sonar can be either a VGA “CRT” or LCD Simrad ruggedized monitor, but any commercially available monitor may be used. In order to have the full benefit of high resolution, you should use a Simrad LCD Monitor.
Page 14: Sonar Room Unit
DISCLAIMER This equipment is not certified or approved for navigation and/or safe- navigation practices and is not to be used for navigation purposes under any circumstances. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 15: Sl 30/35 Technical Specifications
Sonar Dome Unit Transducer Beam: Cone 8° X 8°, Side Lobe: -25dB Installation Trunk: Not DnV approved Trunk. (In process) Options: LCD Monitor Motion Sensor External Audio Speaker UPS Input Power Supply Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
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Page 17 2.1.5.3 Hull Sonar Dome Unit ..............2.6 2.1.5.4 Tank Flange Assembly ..............2.6 2.1.5.5 Interconnect Cables...............2.7 2.1.6 Options ....................2.7 2.1.6.1 Motion Sensor................2.7 2.1.6.2 Audio Warning Speaker..............2.7 2.1.7 Remarks ....................2.7 2.1.8 Warning ....................2.8 2.1.9 Copyright ....................2.8 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 18 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 2.2 System Description Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 19: System Description
Increasing the receiving gain with time can compensate for this decrease in the signal level. This is done automatically in the sonar with a Time Varying Gain circuit. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 20: Wheelhouse Units Description
18” and 20”. The monitor can be desk, ceiling, or flush mounted into the bridge console. The Simrad LCD monitor will run on 110/240VAC, 50/60Hz or on 24VDC, +/- 10%. All mounting hardware is included.
Page 21: Control Panel
Note: If the Hewlett Packard Customer Center can not help you, all warranty and service requirements are also supplied by the Simrad Dealers, or Simrad Agents. 2.1.4.3 Control Panel The SL 30/35 Control Panel contains all of the most frequently used control buttons required to operate the sonar.
Page 22: Transceiver Unit
A zinc anode is also installed on the tank flange, to reduce electrolysis. Note: The Tank Flange Assembly is not required for the SL 30 Dome; all flanges are serial-numbered. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 23: Interconnect Cables
On completion of the installation, this manual must be kept on the vessel for reference purposes during system maintenance. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. makes every effort to ensure that the information contained within this manual is correct. However, our products are continuously being improved and updated, so we cannot assume liability for any errors that may occur.
Page 24: Warning
2.1.9 Copyright The information contained within this document remains the sole property of Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, and the information contained within is not to be communicated to a third party, without the prior written consent of Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd.
Page 25 3.3.15.2 Event Mark Button ...............3.15 3.3.15.3 Cursor Buttons................3.16 3.3.16 User Buttons ...................3.17 3.3.17 Display Mode Buttons..............3.17 3.3.17.1 Horizontal Display Mode Button ...........3.18 3.3.17.2 Bow Up Display Mode Button............3.18 3.3.17.3 Vertical Fan Mode Button.............3.18 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 26 3.3.17.6 Horizontal Mode with Real Time Vertical Strata Mode Button ..3.19 3.3.18 RX and TX Indicator LED ..............3.20 3.3.19 Alarm Indicator LED ................3.20 3.3.20 Keyboard (KBD) External Plug-in ............3.20 3.3.21 Panel Light Dimmer Sensor.............3.21 3.3.22 Menu Description ................3.21 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 27: Sl 30/35 Control Panel Operation
System operation is a dynamic activity requiring regular adjustment and fine-tuning to achieve the best possible results under varying environmental conditions. The Control Panel Buttons are described in the following paragraphs. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 28: Main Power Switch
Power is turned OFF, or if a loss of Power is detected. The green LED adjacent to the UP Transducer Arrow button will light, indicating that the hull sonar dome transducer is retracted into the tank and will remain illuminated. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 29: Sonar Dome Transducer Buttons
Press the Sonar Settings Button to display or hide the Header Menu at the top of the display. Use the roller ball to move the cursor over one of the Header Menu and click Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 30: Roller Ball And Mouse Buttons
Note: If you only have a single sonar installed on the vessel, sonar 1 will be automatically selected. If a second sonar is installed on the vessel, sonar 1 will be automatically selected during the power-up. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 31: Range Buttons
The Gain Buttons can control the gain settings of the selected sonar. Use the roller ball and move the mouse cursor over the sonar display you want to control then click the “L” Left button. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 32: Scan Buttons
Click on the Up or Down arrow pointer to increase or decrease the scanning speed. See Part 4 for Pop-Up Control Panel description and operation. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 33: Tilt Buttons
See Part 4 for Pop-Up Control Panel description and operation. 3.3.10 Sector Control Buttons The Sector Control buttons are used to control the direction (Train Heading) and width of the sector to be scanned by the sonar. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 34: Move Sector Left Button
Press the Widen Sector button to increase the width of the scanned sector. The maximum width setting will provide a full 360 degrees horizontal display. You also can control the sonar sector width opening by using the roller ball to Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 35: Sector Aiming Mode Buttons
90 degrees, next to 180 degrees and then to 270 degrees. The next time you press the quadrant button it will return to 180 degrees and next to 90 degrees and back to 0 degrees. Note: This feature allows quick adjustment of the sector heading. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 36: Utilities Buttons
Press the Zoom Button to magnify an area of the display around the mouse cursor. Press again to change the magnification. The Zoom button will select X1, X2, and X4 magnification. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 37: Stabilize Button
“window” represented by two lines on the audio line. The window’s size may be selected in the track Window menu. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 38: Auto And Manual Search Buttons
Sonar Icon located on the Tool Bar and clicking on the “L” left button. See Part 4 for the Tool Bar Icon and Sonar setting description and operation. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 39: Symbol Buttons
Press the Event button to automatically display an event marker 1. If you move the cursor and press the Event button a second time, you can display a second Event marker 2. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 40: Cursor Buttons
Then move the Wiper over the cursor to be deleted and click the Left “L” mouse button To hide the Cursor Gauge Window: Move the mouse cursor over the X in the upper right hand corner and click the Left “L” button Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 41: User Buttons
“User 3” for the catch phase and “User 4” for the Dual operation. 3.3.17 Display Mode Buttons The Display Mode Buttons are used to set the format of the sonar display. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 42: Horizontal Display Mode Button
The maximum coverage is 180 degrees. You can change the scanned sector width and heading by using the Sector Width and Heading buttons. See Part 5 for Setting Selection. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 43: Sounder Mode Button
The Vertical Fan Strata Mode also provides in real time the range, depth and heading of the fish echoes. Note: The Vertical Fan Strata Window cannot be adjusted. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 44: Rx And Tx Indicator Led
The Alarm LED provides a visual indication that the processor unit has failed or a communication error has occured. 3.3.20 Keyboard (KBD) External Plug-in An external Keyboard (KBD) is provided for software maintenance support. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 45: Panel Light Dimmer Sensor
The SL 30/35 Menu Description and Operation is described in Part 4 of this manual. DISCLAIMER This equipment is not certified or approved for navigation and/or safe-navigation practices and is not to be used for navigation purposes under any circumstances. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 46 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 3.22 Control Panel Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 47 4.22.1 To create a new user name and configuration:........4.18 4.22.2 To select a different user configuration: ..........4.18 4.23HOW TO RECORD AND PLAYBACK SONAR DATA .......4.18 4.23.1 To record sonar data: ..............4.18 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 48 4.57CLIENT LIST DIALOG BOX...............4.42 4.58CONFIRM EXIT DIALOG BOX ..............4.43 4.59DISPLAY SETTINGS DIALOG BOX ............4.44 4.59.1 Display Settings: Colors ..............4.44 4.59.1.1 Palette Styles................4.46 4.59.1.2 Primary Overlay Colors buttons...........4.46 4.59.1.3 The Palette Threshold..............4.46 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 49 4.59.17 Target Position Gauge Window............4.72 4.59.18 Overload Counter ................4.72 4.59.19 Playback Progress Display..............4.73 4.59.20 Scope Graph Display...............4.74 4.59.21 Security Key Warning..............4.74 4.59.22 Sensors Configuration Dialog Box...........4.75 4.59.22.1 Sensors Sensor Selection ............4.75 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 50 4.59.22.4 Sensors Data Display Box............4.79 4.59.23 System Configuration Dialog Box ............4.79 4.59.24 System Message Log Dialog Box............4.81 4.60AUDIO SET-UP WINDOW ................4.81 4.61POST PROCESSING SET-UP WINDOW ..........4.82 4.62AUDIO AND POST PROCESSING SET-UP PROCEDURE ......4.82 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 51: Menu And Software Description
The Menu System section describes each of the menus and their commands. The Dialog Boxes section illustrates and describes all of the dialog boxes used by the system. The Reference section includes descriptions of file formats. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 52: Software Installation
“dongle” into the printer port and then connect the printer into the security key “dongle”. Important Note The SL30/35 HP/PC Processing Unit is a dedicated unit and is not to be used for any other application, except for which it was intended. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 53: Main Control Panel
All other heads are still running in the background, but the active head will have the top most display window and the focus of the control buttons and sliders of the control panel. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 54: The Toolbars
The toolbars can be hidden by un-checking the appropriate toolbar item in the View Menu. This will allow you to use more of the screen for the sonar image. SONAR TOOLBAR Button Action Menu Equivalent Full Screen View | Full Screen Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 55 Targets | Tape Measure Wiper Targets | Wiper Timer Off/On View | Display | Display Settings | Controls Magnifier View | Display | Magnifier Polar Operations | Control Head | Scan Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 56: Marker Toolbar
When a menu is open, the Status Bar will describe the selected menu item. When you are performing certain operations such as measuring or annotating Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 57: Reference Cursors
The Key Settings panel shows the main sonar settings. This panel remains on screen at all times. You can move this panel anywhere on the screen by clicking on it and dragging it to the desired position. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 58: How To Connect And Setup A Head (First Time Operation) .4.12
Most of the palettes have a unique 'saturation' color to indicate maximum echo strengths. Any echo with a strength beyond this is shown in the same color. If large parts of the image are being shown in this saturation color, you have Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 59: How To Reset To The Factory Default Settings
The other basic sonar controls are all found in the Control Panel. To make the control panel visible, select Control Panel in the View menu and click on Docked or Floating Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 60: How To Select Units Of Measure (Feet, Yards, Meters)
Enter the known value in the Value to be Used box. Caution: Be sure the units of measure are the same for the known value and the sonar, i.e. both in meters per second or both in feet per second Click the OK button Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 61: How To Interpret The Sonar Image
Bright spots in the image indicate strong sonar targets. Generally, this indicates a hard, highly reflective surface. 4.19.3 Dark Spots Dark spots in the image indicate either areas of low reflectivity (soft areas) or possibly an acoustic shadow zone behind a target. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 62: Shadows
The aeration blocks the outgoing pulses as well as any returns. Another source of gas or air bubbles can be found when a sea bottom containing decomposing organic matter is disturbed by dredging or plowing. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 63: Range Scale And Target Size
If possible, adjust the computer display resolution to 1280 x 1024 and select the High Resolution mode Adjust the Pulse Length 4.21 HOW TO GET THE FASTEST UPDATE RATE To get the fastest update rate on a particular area: Select a higher scan speed Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 64: How To Use The Multiple User Feature
HOW TO RECORD AND PLAYBACK SONAR DATA 4.23.1 To record sonar data: Click the Record button in the Sonar Toolbar Operate the sonar as normal Press the Stop button to end recording Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 65: To Playback Sonar Data
Parameters list then pressing the Remove button Click the Close button; the new gauge window will appear in the upper left corner of the sonar window and can be dragged to any desired position Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 66: How To Create A Custom Gauge Window
You must have already setup the DCOM for the appropriate operating system on your computer. To setup networking on your computer, please refer to "How to Setup a Network Connection (Windows XP)". Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 67: Stand Alone Mode
System performance and throughput depends on the speed of the communication link between the computers. Generally, LAN and Peer To Peer networking run at 10 Mbits speed which should be enough to pass sonar data from server to client in an Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 68: How To Setup A Network Connection (Windows Nt/2000)
Everyone appears in the Name list, go to step 10, otherwise continue with step 8 Press the Add button to open the Add Users and Groups dialog box Select Everyone in the Names list and press the Add button. Press OK to Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 69: How To Setup This Sonar As The Server
In the Network menu, select Connect to Server to open the Machine Name dialog box Select the server machine you want to connect to in the Remote Machine Name combo box Click the OK button Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 70: How To Setup This Sonar As The Active Client
HOW TO EXPORT DATA TO A FILE The data export feature allows you to export profile data from a sonar head, or export all data received on a COM port connected to a sensor. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 71: How To Export Data To A Serial Port
Repeat step 4 as required to select all of the sources you want to output Click the Apply button Click the Ports Configuration tab to open the Export Ports Configuration page Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 72: How To Setup For And Display Gps Data
HOW TO SETUP FOR AND DISPLAY COMPASS DATA To setup the system to accept heading data from a compass: To enter magnetic variation, select Parameters in the Configuration menu to open the Parameters dialog box Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 73: How To Setup For And Display Other Nmea Data
Select a sentence in the Standard list that is supported by your NMEA device, then click the Connect button below this list. An icon for this sentence will appear under the selected COM port icon Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 74: How To Setup User Defined Sensors
Click the Ports Configuration tab to open the Sensors Ports Configuration page Click on the COM port icon that you are using for this sensor Set the Communications Settings to match those of the user defined sensor Click the OK button Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 75: The File Menu
Exit is used to exit the PC Sonar program; the Confirm Exit dialog box will ask you to confirm that you want to exit 4.41 THE VIEW MENU The View Menu contains the following items: Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 76: Control Panel Menu
Hidden Check this to hide the control panel. This will provide more space for sonar windows. Autohidden will hide the control panel at the right edge of the display, exposing it only when the mouse is moved over it. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 77: Display Menu
Customize opens the dialog box to setup the entries in a gauge window (see Gauge window customize). 4.44 MESSAGE LOG MENU Message Log opens a sub menu with the following items: Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 78: The Configuration Menu
If the name was already in the system, then the settings are transferred to that user in the registry. Otherwise, a new user is created in the registry and activated as the current user of the system. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 79: Users Menu
Select Head... selects one of the detected sonar heads on the telemetry to be the active head and brings its image to the foreground. Note that the other sonar heads would still be operating in the background. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 80: Playback Data Menu
Begin Playback opens the Playback Data Dialog Box that allows you to select a file for playback. Pause Playback pauses playback leaving a stationary image. Max Speed plays back data at maximum speed if checked. End Playback ends data playback. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 81: The Targets Menu
First, place the mouse cursor on the far side of the target's shadow and click the left mouse button. Next, move the cursor to the far side of the Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 82: Network Menu
Network Connection (Windows NT/2000)". Connect To Server Is used to connect to a remote server machine. The server machine is the computer with sonar heads attached to it. This would make the local machine Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 83 "Key not connected" message. If there is an other active client in the network, then the system pops a dialog box in the active client asking permission to take control away. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 84: The Window Menu
4.51 THE WINDOW MENU The Window Menu contains commands for selecting and arranging the active windows: Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 85: The Help Menu
About... opens the About dialog box that identifies the PcSonar software version. 4.53 POPUP MENUS When you click the right mouse button in a sonar image window, a popup menu will appear as below: Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 86: Head Settings Gauge Window
The Head Settings gauge window shows the settings of some of the main parameters for the sonar head. This is the SL35 head settings window It shows some of the the current operational settings of the sonar head associated with this window. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 87: About Dialog Box
If you are using the Window’s XP version, then the version number is followed by the operating system. The serial number is that of the hardware key used in conjunction with the SL30/35. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 88: Add Users And Groups (Windows Nt/2000 Or
If the Dongle is programmed to operate a server machine, it will display the "Server option enabled" message. 4.56 ADD USERS AND GROUPS (WINDOWS NT/2000 OR XP) 4.57 CLIENT LIST DIALOG BOX Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 89: Confirm Exit Dialog Box
If you have been experimenting with the operational settings of the system and are not sure if you want to save them permanently, then select No to this prompt. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 90: Display Settings Dialog Box
The Display Settings dialog box allows you to set display colors, the image palette, and orientation of the sonar image on the display. It includes the following pages: Colors, Controls 4.59.1 Display Settings: Colors Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 91 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual 974-25007001/2.0 Menu and Software Description Page 4.45 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 92: Palette Styles
The palette threshold control allows you to set the minimum level for echo returns to be displayed. With the control set at zero, all signal levels are displayed. As you increase the threshold, weaker signals will be removed from the display. 4.59.2 Display Settings: Controls Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 93: Sector View
The grid control selects the type of grid (Polar or Rectangular) as well as enabling and disabling it. 4.59.2.6 Timer The timer is used to display elapsed time in the sonar window. The primary use of Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 94: Scroll Speed
4.59.5 Export Data File Selection Dialog Box The Export Data File Selection is a standard Windows file selection dialog that allows you to choose a file name and destination for the exported data. 4.59.5.1 Export Dialog Box Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 95: Export: Export Selection
During playback, user can not choose the specific sonar head or sensor port to export from. All that is available is the type of sensor data that the user wants to export. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 96: Export: Ports Configuration
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 4.50 Menu and Software Description 4.59.5.4 Export: Ports Configuration The Export: Ports Configuration page allows you to configure the communications settings for COM ports used for data export. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 97: Head Settings Dialog Box
4.59.6 Head Settings Dialog Box The Head Settings dialog box has the following pages (note that some of these will only appear if your active head supports their functionality): Scan Transmit Info TVG Page Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 98: Head Settings: Scan
Coverage is up to 180 degrees. You can change the scanned sector width by using the Sector Heading and Width controls. Echo Sounder Provides a fixed echo feam displaying fish echoes below and around Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 99: Head Settings: Transmit
4.59.6.2 Head Settings: Transmit The Head Settings: Transmit page is used to determine how the head transmits and receives. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 100 Bandwidth is used to adjust the analog bandwidth of the received signal. This option is only available for analog telemetry sonar heads. An Analog Interface Module (AIM) is required to be able to run an analog telemetry sonar head with this system. The control selections are Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 101: Head Settings: Info
4.59.6.3 Head Settings: Info This page shows the calibration results as well as some hardware information about the sonar head. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 102 Variation between the CW and CCW at each quadrant should be less than 20. Positional errors of each quad from its perfect value should be less than 35. Values outside these limits should be reported to Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech or its representatives. Example:...
Page 103: Head Settings: Tvg
Use the Read Cable Voltages button to initiate a telemetry cable voltage measurement on analog systems (through TTM). The result may be viewed through the Customize Gauge Window with "Cable Voltage" entry added. 4.59.6.4 Head Settings: TVG Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 104 The slider bar on the left side of the curve can be used as a measuring bar to find the exact gain at a given range. Note the curve is shown up to the current operating range. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 105: Machine Name Dialog Box
4.59.8 Parameters Dialog Box The Parameters dialog box has the following pages: Units of Measure allows you to select units of measure for the system. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 106: Parameters: Magnetic Variation
The entered value will be used to correct NMEA magnetic headings to true headings. 4.59.8.2 Parameters: Sound Velocity The Parameters: Sound Velocity page is used to calculate and enter a value for the velocity of sound in water. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 107: Parameters: Units Of Measure
Speed box in the Value to be used: section. 4.59.8.3 Parameters: Units of Measure The Parameters: Units of Measure page is used to select the preferred units of measure for the system. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 108: Sl35 Properties Identity (Windows Nt/2000)
974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 4.62 Menu and Software Description 4.59.9 SL35 Properties Identity (Windows NT/2000) Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 109: Sl35 Properties Location (Windows Nt/2000)
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual 974-25007001/2.0 Menu and Software Description Page 4.63 The SL35 Properties Identity page should be set as above. 4.59.9.1 SL35 Properties Location (Windows NT/2000) Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 110: Sl35 Properties Security (Windows Nt/2000)
974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 4.64 Menu and Software Description The SL35 Properties Location page should be set as above. 4.59.9.2 SL35 Properties Security (Windows NT/2000) Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 111: Playback Data Dialog Box
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual 974-25007001/2.0 Menu and Software Description Page 4.65 The SL35 Properties Security page should be set as above. 4.59.10 Playback Data Dialog Box Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 112: Read Event Log File Dialog Box
4.59.10.1 Read Event Log File Dialog Box 4.59.10.2 Record Data Dialog Box The Record Data dialog box allows you to select a filename and location in which to store the Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 113: Record Dialog Box
The extension starts with an ".smb" and increments by one to ".001", ".002", etc. as the new volumes are Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 114: User Configuration Dialog Box
.smb and the subsequent files with extensions 001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 008, 009. The SL35 uses text files for exporting sensor data. It also creates a text file for logging system Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 115: Factory Reset Settings
Automatic pulse length selection enabled for maximum resolution All overlay colors RED. Sector Display orientation Display Gain 100% Grids Enable 4.59.13 Gauge Windows: Customize This dialog is used to customize gauge windows. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 116 Unused Parameters List Control (the one of the right) and click Add. If you wish to remove parameters, select them in the Used Parameters List Control and click the Remove Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 117: Magnifier Window
You can use the magnifier during target measurements to get a better look at the target. 4.59.15 Cursors Gauge Window The Cursors gauge window shows the range and bearing from the transducer to each of the Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 118: Pointer Gauge Window
This gauge window displays the current range and bearing of the mouse within the sonar window with respect to the sonar head. 4.59.17 Target Position Gauge Window The Target Position gauge window shows the latitude and longitude of a target. 4.59.18 Overload Counter Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 119: Playback Progress Display
The "Continuous" option enables the system to continuously playback the same file over and over again. This is particularly useful when the operator is trying to setup profiling parameters during playback. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 120: Scope Graph Display
Note that the security Key (Dongle) has to be attached to the printer port if you want to run a head, otherwise, the system will prompt the user with We provide the user with an emergency password that can bypass the security key for a fixed Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 121: Sensors Configuration Dialog Box
The Sensors Configuration dialog box can be brought up by selecting Sensors from the Configuration Menu. It consists of the following three property pages: Sensor Selection Ports Configuration User Defined Sensors 4.59.22.1 Sensors Sensor Selection Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 122 Adjust System Time: option allows the system clock to be synchronized to the incoming time of the NMEA sensor data. As a consequence all internal data time stamps would match that of the sensor data. This may prove very useful for reconstructing geometrically correct data Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 123: Sensors Ports Configuration
Set the Time Interval to the rate at which you want the sensors to be checked for new data. You can press the Use NMEA Settings button to quickly set all of the communication settings to those normally used by NMEA devices. 4.59.22.3 User Defined Sensors Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 124 Search for next Field Delimiter Ignore character Print as ASCII to next Field Delimiter Insert Decimal Point Insert Space Example Suppose you had a device which provided distance traveled through the water using the Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 125: Sensors Data Display Box
Sensor Selection dialog box accessed through the Configuration | NMEA Setup..menu 4.59.23 System Configuration Dialog Box Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 126 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 4.80 Menu and Software Description For the information on the “System Configuration” Setup procedure, see Part 6. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 127: System Message Log Dialog Box
In this way there is always a copy of the last four sessions of the sonar operation as well as the current one on your machine. 4.60 AUDIO SET-UP WINDOW Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 128: Post Processing Set-Up Window
Page 4.82 Menu and Software Description 4.61 POST PROCESSING SET-UP WINDOW 4.62 AUDIO AND POST PROCESSING SET-UP PROCEDURE The Audio and Post Processing set-up instructions are located in Part 6, Paragraph Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 129 5.6 PITCH AND ROLL CALIBRATION.............5.17 5.7 KEY SETTINGS..................5.17 5.7.1 AGC Setting..................5.17 5.7.2 RX Gain Response Setting ..............5.18 5.7.3 RCG Setting..................5.18 5.7.4 Pulse Length Setting................5.18 5.7.5 Optimize Resolution................5.18 5.7.6 Maximize Range .................5.19 5.7.7 Peak Detection ...................5.19 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 130: Selecting Settings
974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 5.2 Selecting Settings Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 131: Overview
“User Settings”, you should re-define your custom user 1, 2, 3 and 4 settings. 5.2.1 User 1 Settings The “User 1” setting should be saved as the standard operating mode, the same as the “Generic” or saved as the settings from the seatrial. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 132: User 1, Operation 1 Settings
Following the set-up of “User 1” Setting, the Operation 1, 2, 3 and 4 must be set-up. The “Operation 1, 2, 3 and 4 coordinate with the “User 1, 2, 3, and 4 buttons located on the operation panel”. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 133: Creating Operation 1, 2, 3 And 4 Settings
The “Save Configuration” dialog window will pop-up Just Click “OK”, this will save your “Operation 1” settings in the “User 1” Repeat the same procedure for setting up your “Operation 2, 3 and 4. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 134: Display Mode
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 5.6 Selecting Settings DISPLAY MODE The following figure below shows the typical Display Mode available on the SL 35 Hull Sonar. 5.3.1 Horizontal Display Mode with Control Panel Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 135: Horizontal Display Mode Without Control Panel
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual 974-25007001/2.0 Selecting Settings Page 5.7 5.3.2 Horizontal Display Mode without Control Panel Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 136: Bow Up Display Mode
974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 5.8 Selecting Settings 5.3.3 Bow Up Display Mode Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 137: Vertical Fan Display Mode Without Control Panel
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual 974-25007001/2.0 Selecting Settings Page 5.9 5.3.4 Vertical Fan Display Mode without Control Panel Vertical Fan Display Mode with Control Panel Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 138: Sounder Display Mode Without Control Panel
974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 5.10 Selecting Settings 5.3.5 Sounder Display Mode without Control Panel Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 139: Horizontal With History Display Mode
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual 974-25007001/2.0 Selecting Settings Page 5.11 5.3.6 Horizontal with History Display Mode 5.3.7 Horizontal with Strata Display Mode Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 140: Horizontal With Strata And Control Panel Display Mode
974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 5.12 Selecting Settings 5.3.8 Horizontal with Strata and Control Panel Display Mode Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 141: New Display Mode
5.4.1 Dual Sonar Bow-Up and Catch Display Mode The Port Window illustrates the SL30 or SL35 in a Bow Up Mode and the Starboard Window illustrates the second SL30 or SL35 sonar set-up in a Catch Mode. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 142: Dual Sonar Catch Display Mode
The Port Window illustrates the SL30 or SL35 in a Catch Mode; the Starboard Window also illustrates a second SL30 or SL35 in the Catch Mode. This demonstrates how the sonars combine to give full coverage on both sides simultaneously. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 143: Catch Display Mode
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual 974-25007001/2.0 Selecting Settings Page 5.15 5.4.3 Catch Display Mode The SL30 or SL35 Starboard Window set-up in a Catch Mode. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 144: Tilt Angle Settings
Tilt angle 20 degrees to 40 degrees Using this tilt angle, you will display the entire bottom since the full width of the beam is captured. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 145: Tilt Angle And Beam Coverage
The speed with which the gain is adjusted is determined by the setting of the “RX Gain Response” as explained in the next paragraph. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 146: Rx Gain Response Setting
40% of the sample period can increase the image resolution and details for targets that are generally larger than a few samples. This pulse length increases linearly with increasing the operating range. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 147: Maximize Range
The user can select the number of optional samples that the system takes in order to detect the peak value. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 148 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 5.20 Selecting Settings Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 149 6.6 SL 30 OR SL 35 SYSTEM START-UP AND TEST ........6.14 6.6.1 SL 30/35 Start Up ................6.14 6.6.2 Power-Up Configuration..............6.15 6.6.3 SL 30 or SL 35 Start up Procedure .............6.15 6.6.4 SL 30/35 RUN UP Procedure .............6.21 6.6.5 Display Settings ..................6.22 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 150 Save Additional User Operation or Specific Fishery Setting ...6.31 6.7 USER 1, 2, 3, 4 SETTINGS ...............6.32 6.8 AUDIO AND POST PROCESSING SET-UP..........6.32 6.8.1 Post Processing ..................6.32 6.8.2 Audio Set-up ..................6.34 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 151: Installation, Start-Up And Test
Depending on the monitor that was selected, the unit may be mounted on top or recessed into the bridge console. Simrad supplied display units include the necessary mounting brackets. The SL 30/35 Operating Panel unit should be mounted in close vicinity to the operator's position in the wheelhouse and near the display unit.
Page 152: Power Considerations
6.2.3 Connecting the Display Unit Either a VGA monitor CRT type or a Simrad LCD monitor may be connected to the SL 30/35 processing unit. Depending on which type of monitor is used, the video output type must be set accordingly.
Page 153: Connecting The Processor
For additional information, please refer to the User’s Guide supplied with the system. Warning! Before applying the power to the processing unit, ensure that the proper AC or DC input voltage has been selected. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 154: Sonar Room Hull And Transceiver Unit Installation
For a larger vessel the hull unit should be mounted as far Forward as possible to avoid turbulence. Note: On larger vessels, a dedicated sonar room is provided. See Part 8 “Attachment and Drawings” for the recommended mounting space drawing and overhead clearance requirement. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 155: Mounting The Transceiver Unit
5.1 meters. You must order the proper hull unit if you plan to bulkhead mount the transceiver unit. 6.3.3 Mounting the Lower and Raise Hoist Unit The Lower and Raise Hoist unit is a self-contained hydraulic system. A mounting Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 156: Mounting The Motion Sensor
Be sure to locate the hull unit well away from any obstacle in the fore direction. A typical mounting method is shown in the outline drawing provided in Part 8 “Attachments and Drawings” for detailed information. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 157: Required Tools
Ram Clamp Bracket Qty 1, 3/16 inch allen key “Supplied” Shaft V-guide and Shaft Packing Retainer Qty 1, 1/ 4 inch allen key “Supplied” Tank Guide Qty 1, 5/16 inch allen key “Supplied” Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 158: Tank Flange And Shaft Prepping
Coat the threaded area of the shaft; use the “Loctite” Nickel Anti-Seize supplied with the installation kit Coat the end of the shaft with DC 55 O-Ring lubricant Install the shaft lock nut (screw in all the way) Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 159 Lock the V Guide Heading Alignment Block in the proper location using the supplied hex. bolts, spring washers; apply Loctite, Nickel anti-seize to the thread of the hex bolts before assembling Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 160: Mounting The Flange And Sonar Dome To The Tank (Trunk)
Apply a coat of “Loctite 2”, gasket sealant supplied with the system Position the flange gasket and apply a coat of “Loctite 2” gasket sealant to the top of the gasket; lower the flange and sonar dome assembly into the retraction Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 161: Mounting The Hoist Unit
Next, mount the Ram Alignment Guide on the Ram hoist unit; additional care must be taken to properly align the hoist unit Install the cable gland on the top of the shaft See Part 8 “Attachments and Drawings” for detailed assembly information. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 162: Mounting The Transceiver
Turn ON the power by pressing the power button located on the operating panel Next, turn ON the display monitor, and then turn ON the HP/PC; the system will Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 163: Power-Up Configuration
The first step after a successful power up is to configure the system for the desired “User Setting” operating mode and set-up, if not already done; you will automatically select “Generic”. Clicking on “Generic” or clicking on specific Users or types of fishery. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 164 Configuring the System for the first time, or if you have replaced the processing unit or the interface unit, you will select and “Click” on “Generic” and then “Click” on OK. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 165 974-25007001/2.0 Installation, Start-Up and Test Page 6.17 The next Window will pop up. Go to the header menu: “Click” on “Configuration” a dialogue window will pop up “Click” on “Connect Heads” Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 166 (If no red check mark beside COM 1 and/or COM 2). If you “Click” on “Detect Heads” from this position, the following warning window will pop This warning window indicates that “No Ports have been enabled”; just “Click” “OK”. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 167 “Click” on “Apply”. The following window may appear, overlaying the above window, asking you to reboot the computer. Just “Click” “OK”. The window will disappear and do not “Reboot the computer now”; “Click” “OK” in the “System Configuration” window. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 168 Head Confirmation window might appear. It will ask you if you want to reconfigure “Click” on “NO”, then go back to the “Header Menu” “Click” on “Configuration” and re-start the system set-up as per outline in Paragraph “6.6.3”. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 169: Sl 30/35 Run Up Procedure
6.6.4 SL 30/35 RUN UP Procedure After you “Click” on the “RUN” Icon, the system will automatically detect and setup the sonar. This operation will take approximately 40 sec. Refer to the following window Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 170: Display Settings
Page 6.22 Installation, Start-Up and Test 6.6.5 Display Settings By clicking on the appropriate “key”, you will be able to change the color (i.e. Overlay colors, Palette styles and threshold, etc.). Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 171: Control Setting
By clicking on the appropriate key, you will be able to setup your control settings, (i.e. gain control, RX gain, scan maker, etc.). Note: The “Timer Control” will be turn “ON” automatically when you Click on the “CLOCK” Icon located on the “Tool Bar”. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 172: Readout Options
By selecting and clicking on the “Readout Options” key on the above window, the following window will pop up. By clicking on the appropriate key, you will be able to setup your Readout Options, (i.e. Latitude, Longitude, Heading, Rang bearing, etc.). Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 173: Sl 30/35 Settings
TOOL BAR) and CLICK. The following window below will pop By clicking on the appropriate “KEY”, you will be able to setup your Scan option. You also have full control of the Scan mode via the operator control panel. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 174: Transmit Setting Page
By selecting and clicking on the “Transmit” key on the above window, the following window will pop up. By clicking on the appropriate key, you will be able to setup your Transmitter configuration in order to optimize fish detection. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 175: Tvg Setting Page
By clicking on the appropriate key, you will be able to setup your TVG setting. You also have the option of customizing your TVG setting for a specific fishery. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 176: Info Page
By selecting and clicking on the “INFO” key on the above window, the following window will pop up. This INFO page will provide you with all the relevant information on the sonar head attached to the system. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 177: Sensor Page
After you have installed the Pitch and Roll Motion Sensor in a +/- 5 degrees in bought axis. Adjust the Filter to “7”. Adjust the Pitch and the Roll offset by the error indicated on the sensor window. Next Click on “Apply” then Click on “OK”. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 178: User Setting
“USER 1” setting or in a specific file created as a reference in case a problem occurs. If you have a problem, just go back and select the “GENERIC” setting, or to your specific file for the seatrial. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 179: Save Additional User Operation Or Specific Fishery Setting
“Click” on “Yes”. Then the System will request “Do you want to save settings?” “Click” on “Yes” if it is new settings or “No” as you prefer. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 180: User 1, 2, 3, 4 Settings
AUDIO AND POST PROCESSING SET-UP 6.8.1 Post Processing By Clicking on “Operations” the above dialog window will pop-up; click on “Post Processing”, the following dialog window will pop-up. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 181 By Clicking on “Enable Filter” you will activate or de-activate the Acoustic Filter of the sonar. By sliding the “Threshold (100)”, you will control the filtering effect. The “Acoustic Interference” is also referred to as a “Ping to Ping” filter. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 182: Audio Set
Note: You must activate the “Audio” by clicking on the “Audio” Icon, prior to clicking on “Configuration” If you do not activate the “Audio”, you will not be able to set-up your Audio parameter. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 183 Duration, control the Noise Threshold, the Audio Frequency Min. Max “Range” of the target and the start “Close” and “Long” start of the Audio. Note: The Range Threshold in a “%” on the operating range of the sonar. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 184 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 6.36 Installation, Start-Up and Test Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 185 7.4.4 Tank Flange shaft Bearing, Seals and Sonar Dome (SL 35 Only) ..7.5 7.4.5 SL 35 Shaft and SL30/35 Sonar Dome Damage........7.5 7.4.6 Corrosion ....................7.5 7.5 TROUBLESHOOTING .................7.6 7.6 ERROR MESSAGES LOG................7.6 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 186 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 7.2 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 187: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
SL 35 Hull Sonar. SYSTEM OVERVIEW The Simrad SL 30/35 Hull Sonar consists of the wheelhouse electronics and the hull unit assembly. The wheelhouse electronics include the LCD display, the SL 30/35 processing unit and the operator panel with the integrated interface unit.
Page 188: Preventive Maintenance
If the sonar dome cannot be raised smoothly, do not use excessive force; the shaft may be bent and will cause damage to other components. Next, turn the power switch to ON, the sonar dome will automatically be lowered. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 189: Lower And Raise Unit (Sl 35 Only)
If, on examination, corrosion has occurred to the sonar dome, replace the damaged parts. If corrosion has occurred on the flange assembly, clean the area and seal with paint to prevent continuation of the corrosion in this area. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 190: Troubleshooting
Sea surface contains debris Rough seas ERROR MESSAGES LOG An error messages log file is automatically generated to assist in troubleshooting the system; Refer to Part 4 “System Message Log” for additional information. Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 191 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual 974-25007001/2.0 Attachments and Drawings Page 8.1 PART 8 ATTACHMENTS AND DRAWINGS ATTACHMENTS AND DRAWINGS..............8.3 8.1 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ................8.3 8.2 LIST OF DRAWINGS ..................8.3 Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 192 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 8.2 Attachments and Drawings Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 193 Wiring Diagram - HMS Transceiver Box 974-35051000 Assembly Drawing – SL30 Transceiver Box 974-35051002 Wiring Installation Drawing – SL30 Transceiver Box 974-35051003 Wiring Diagram – SL30 Transceiver Box 974-25001001 General Arrangement – SL35 Hull Unit Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 194 974-25007001/2.0 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Operators Manual Page 8.4 Attachments and Drawings Kongsberg Simrad Mesotech Ltd. Port Coquitlam, BC - Canada...
Page 195 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions Document Number: 901-10111802 (Issue 1.4)
Page 196: List Of Contents
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802/1.4 Page 1 LIST OF CONTENTS SL 30/35 HULL SONAR SURFACE PROCESSOR SETUP INSTRUCTIONS ....... 2 SET UP WINDOWS XP/2000 OPERATING SYSTEM ..........2 SETUP THE BOOT TIME ..................... 4 SETUP THE REGISTRY FOR AUTOMATIC LOGON..........4 INSTALL THE SL 30/35 HULL SONAR SOFTWARE ..........
Page 197: Sl 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 2 SL 30/35 HULL SONAR SURFACE PROCESSOR SETUP INSTRUCTIONS SET UP WINDOWS XP/2000 OPERATING SYSTEM 1.1. Make a note of the computer serial number printed on the label on the top of the computer. 1.2.
Page 198 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 3 select “Explore”. 1.24. Click on the CD drive in the left pane of the Windows Explorer and open the directory “ServicePack / WinXP”. 1.25. Run the program “xpsp1a_en_x86.exe” by double clicking it. 1.26.
Page 199: Setup The Boot Time
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 4 1.10. From the “Background” page, select “None” from the list of background pictures that can be displayed on the screen. The “None” selection is at the top of the list. Click on “Apply”, then “OK” and you will return to the Desktop.
Page 200: Install The Sl 30/35 Hull Sonar Software
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 5 “w2k_551.exe” on the right hand side of the Explorer by double clicking on it. 3.21. The “WinZip Self-Extractor” dialogue box should appear with “C:\mgafold\w2k_551” listed. Push the “Unzip”...
Page 201: Setup The Startup For Automatic Sl 30/35 Execution
SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 6 Control”. A red check mark should appear on COM1. 4.17. Repeat the above for COM3. Type in 01080 into the edit box next to “Device Address:” . 4.18.
Page 202 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 7 6.4. Right-click on the “SL30-35” in the left pane and select properties, then follow the instructions for Windows 2000. In order to add a user, type in “Everyone” in the provided dialog and press “OK”. •...
Page 203 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 8 6.4. Press the “Properties…” button. The “SL30-35 Properties” dialog box should appear. Select the “Location” page and set it up as shown. 6.5. Go to the “Security” page and select “Use custom access permissions”, “Use custom launch permissions”...
Page 204 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 9 6.6. Press “Edit…” button in “Use custom access permissions” to modify the permissions for that option. You should see the following dialog box for each one of them. If the text “Everyone” does not appear as shown bellow, then press the “Add”...
Page 205 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 10 6.11. Press “OK” to accept the changes and close the dialog box. This will take you back to the ”Distributed COM Configuration Properties” dialog box. Press “OK” one more time and you are done! 6.12.
Page 206 SL 30/35 Hull Sonar Surface Processor Setup Instructions 901-10111802 / Issue 1.4 Page 11 6.19. Enter the name of the SL30-35 computer without the sonar head(s) in the “Remote Machine Name” and the name of the SL30-35 computer with the sonar head(s) in the “Local Machine Name”...

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