Edgetech Model 3100P Sub-bottom Sonar System User Manual

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SUB-BOTTOM
TOPSIDE PROCESSOR
AND TOW FISH

USER’S HARDWARE MANUAL

Revision X / March 2010

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Web: http: //www.edgetech.com

4 Little Brook Rd.

West Wareham, MA 02576

Phone: [phone]

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This manual is intended to provide the user with an understanding of the operation and care
of the 3100P Portable Topside Processor. Although this manual covers the latest operational
features of the 3100P Portable Topside Processor, some features may be periodically
upgraded. Also, certain hardware may be changed per customer requirements. Therefore,
portions of this manual such as parts lists, and test features are subject to change. Such
sections should be used for reference only. When changes are made that affect system
operation, they will be explicitly noted. Also, some options and features may not be active in
your unit at time of delivery. Upgrades will be made available when these features are
implemented.
A 3100P System consists of two hardware components plus an installed software sub­component. The hardware components are topside processor and the laptop computer with its
color video monitor and the EdgeTech 3100P Portable Topside Processor. Information
relating to the 3100P Portable Topside Processor is included in this manual. Information
relating to the laptop computer and instructions pertaining to the installed sonar processor
software are included in their own individual manuals.
EdgeTech has made every effort to document this product accurately and completely.
However, EdgeTech assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from use of
this manual or the equipment it accompanies. EdgeTech reserves the right to upgrade features
of this equipment and to make changes to this manual without notice at any time.
Since clear and concise documentation is inherent for proper operation and understanding of
the equipment, we solicit you to contact us with any questions or comments so that we may
enhance this manual.

EdgeTech

4 Little Brook Road

West Wareham, MA 02576

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

WARNING

This equipment contains static sensitive devices that are extremely sensitive to static

electrical charges, which may be developed on the body and the clothing. Extreme care
should be taken when handling these devices both in and out of the circuit board. Normal
handling precautions involve the use of anti-static protection materials and grounding straps
for personnel.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed
properly may cause interference to radio communications. It has not been tested to
compliance to the appropriate FCC rules designed to provide reasonable protection against
such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area may cause interference, in which case the user, at his own expense, will
be required to take whatever measures needed to correct the interference. It is the user’s
responsibility to verify that the system complies with the applicable FCC emission limits.

High Voltage may be present in the towfish, power amplifier and the topside processor. Use
caution when the electronics are removed from their containers for servicing.

Operation with improper line voltage could cause serious damage to the equipment.

WARRANTY SATAMENT

All equipment manufactured by EdgeTech is warranted against defective components and
workmanship for a period of one year after shipment. Warranty repair will be done by
EdgeTech, free of charge. Shipping costs are to be borne by the customer. Malfunction due
to improper use is not covered in the warranty and EdgeTech disclaims any liability for
consequential damage resulting from defects in the performance of the equipment. No
product is warranted as being fit for a particular purpose and there is no warranty of
merchantability. This warranty applies only if:

I. The items are used solely under the operating conditions and in the manner

recommended in Seller’s instruction manual, specifications, or other literature.

II. The items have not been misused or abused in any manner or repairs attempted thereon.

III. Written notice of the failure within the warranty period is forwarded to Seller and the

directions received for properly identifying items returned under warranty are followed.

IV. The return notice authorizes Seller to examine and disassemble returned products to the

extent Seller deems necessary to ascertain the cause for failure.

The warranties expressed herein are exclusive. There are no other warranties, either
expressed or implied, beyond those set forth herein, and Seller does not assume any other
obligation or liability in connection with the sale or use of said products. Any product or
service repaired under this warranty shall be warranted for the remaining portion of the
original warranty period only.

Equipment not manufactured by EdgeTech is supported only to the extent of the original
manufacturer’s warranties. Note: 90 day warranty applies to third-party items.

HARDWARE VARIATIONS & COMPATIBLITY

The 3100P Portable Topside Processor contains both standard PC and proprietary hardware.
At times EdgeTech may change these standard components due to their availability or
performance improvements. Although manufacturers, their models, and styles may change
from unit to unit, replacement components will generally be interchangeable. EdgeTech will
make all effort to see that replacement boards are interchangeable and use the same software
drivers. At times though, there may be instances where direct replacements do not exist.
When this happens, EdgeTech will provide the necessary drivers with the replacement part.

To our customers:

Thank you for purchasing one of our products. At EdgeTech, it is our policy to provide high
quality, cost-effective products and support services that meet or exceed your requirements,
to deliver them on time and to continuously look for ways to improve. We all take pride in
the products we manufacture.

We want you to be entirely satisfied with your equipment. The information in this manual
will get you started. It tells you what you need to get your equipment up and running, and
introduces its many features.

We always enjoy hearing from people who use our products. Your experience with our
products is an invaluable source of information that we can use to continuously improve what
we manufacture. We encourage you to contact or visit us to discuss any issues whatsoever
that relate to our products or your application.

The Employees of EdgeTech

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction ............................................................................................... 13

2. Overview .................................................................................................... 14

2.1. Product Specifications ........................................................................... 14

2.1.1. Supplied Components .................................................................... 14

2.1.2. Physicals ......................................................................................... 14

2.1.3. Environment ................................................................................... 15

2.1.4. Power requirements ........................................................................ 15

2.2. Tow Vehicle Interface ........................................................................... 15

2.2.1. 3100P Topside/Notebook Computer Interfaces ............................. 15

2.2.2. Laptop Specifications: .................................................................... 15

2.2.3. Supplied Components: ................................................................... 16

3. 3100P Portable Topside Unit Case .......................................................... 17

3.1. Embedded Microprocessor ................................................................... 18

3.2. Sonar Interface Board (Tiger Boards) ................................................... 19

3.2.1. SB Carrier Board ............................................................................ 19

3.2.2. Sub-Bottom Acquisition Board ...................................................... 20

3.2.3. Sonar/IDE Interface Board ............................................................. 21

3.3. Ethernet Switch ..................................................................................... 22

3.4. Ethernet Wireless Bridge ...................................................................... 22

3.5. Power Amplifier .................................................................................... 23

3.6. Power Board .......................................................................................... 23

4. Notebook Computer ................................................................................. 24

4.1. Navigation Interface .............................................................................. 24

4.2. Serial Port Parameters ........................................................................... 24

4.3. NMEA Approved Sentence Structure ................................................... 25

4.3.1. Inputs .............................................................................................. 26

4.4. Printer Connection ................................................................................ 34

4.4.1. EPC model GSP-1086 .................................................................... 34

5. Tow Cables ................................................................................................. 36

5.1. Tow Cable Characteristics .................................................................... 36

5.2. AC power Cable .................................................................................... 36

5.2.1. DC Power & Ethernet Cable .......................................................... 37

5.2.2. Standard 35 Meter Towcable .......................................................... 37

5.2.3. Tow Vehicles .................................................................................. 38

6. System Installation and Connections ...................................................... 44

6.1. System Installation ................................................................................ 44

6.2. LED Diagnostics ................................................................................... 45

6.2.1. RED LED = Power ......................................................................... 45

6.2.2. GREEN LED = System Ready ...................................................... 45

6.2.3. YELLOW LED = Ping ................................................................... 45

6.2.4. Troubleshooting.............................................................................. 46

6.3. Ethernet Connections ............................................................................ 46

6.3.1. Ethernet LAN Connection ............................................................. 46

6.3.2. Troubleshooting.............................................................................. 47

6.3.3. Wireless Networking Connection .................................................. 47

7. EdgeTech 3100P Network Configuration ............................................... 48

7.1. Wireless Network Adapter TCP/IP Address: ........................................ 49

7.1.1. Wireless Networking ...................................................................... 49

7.1.2. 3100P Topside ................................................................................ 49

7.1.3. DESCRIPTION COMPONENT IP ADDRESS CAP ABILITY .... 50

8. Internal Hardware .................................................................................... 51

9. 3100P Topside Processor Parts List ........................................................ 54

10. 3100P Topside Processor Cables .............................................................. 55

11. Contact and Service Information ............................................................ 58

12. Returned Material Authorization ........................................................... 59

APPENDICES

APPENDIX A – WIRELESS SETUP………………………………………………….A-1

TABLE OF FIGURES

FIGURE 3-1 3100P PORTABLE TOPSIDE UNIT FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM ....................... 18

FIGURE 3-2 SB CARRIER BOARD ......................................................................................................... 20

FIGURE 3-3 SUB-BOTTOM ACQUISITION BOARD ............................................................................ 21

FIGURE 3-4 SONAR/IDE INTERFACE BOARD .................................................................................... 22

FIGURE 4-1 DISCOVER NAVIGATION INPUT SETUP WIZARD ........................................................ 24

FIGURE 5-1 AC POWER CABLE ............................................................................................................. 37

FIGURE 6-1 3100P PORTABLE PROCESSOR CASE INTERFACE ....................................................... 44

FIGURE 7-1 3100P NETWORK CONFIGURATION DIAGRAM ........................................................... 48

FIGURE 7-2 WIRELESS TCP/IP ADDRESS ........................................................................................... . 49

FIGURE 8-1 3100P CHASSIS ASSEMBLY DRAWING .......................................................................... 52

FIGURE 10-1 AC POWER CABLE ........................................................................................................... 55

FIGURE 10-2 TOW CABLE ...................................................................................................................... 56

FIGURE 10-3 DC POWER& ETHERNET CABLE ................................................................................... 57

TABLE OF TABLES

TABLE 2-1 LAPTOP SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. 15

TABLE 4-1 SERIAL PORT CONFIGURATION SETTINGS .................................................................. 25

TABLE 4-2 NMEA APPROVED SENTENCE STRUCTURE .................................................................. 26

TABLE 4-3 GLL- GEOGRAPHIC POSITION-LATITUD E/LON G ITU D E .............................................. 26

TABLE 4-4 TRANSIT FIX DATA .............................................................................................................. 27

TABLE 4-5 RMA RECOMMENDED MINIMUM NAVIGATION INFORMATION .............................. 28

TABLE 4-6 RMC RECOMMENDED MINIMUM NAVIGATION INFORMATION .............................. 28

TABLE 4-7 GXY-GEOGRAPHIC POSITION X AND Y COORDINATES ............................................. 29

TABLE 4-8 GGU-GEOGRAPHIC POSITION X AND Y COORDINATES ............................................. 29

TABLE 4-9 VTG-TRACK MADE GOOD AND GROUND SPEED ........................................................ 30

TABLE 4-10 DEPTH BELOW TRANSDUCER ....................................................................................... 30

TABLE 4-11 HEADING-DEVIATION & VARIATION .......................................................................... 31

TABLE 4-13 ZDA-TIME AND DATE ...................................................................................................... 31

TABLE 4-14 EVENT AND ANNOTATION ............................................................................................. 32

TABLE 4-15 EVENT, SET MARK AND ANNOTATION ........................................................................ 32

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TABLE 4-16 ETHERNET PRINTERS ....................................................................................................... 34

TABLE 4-17 EPC 1086 SPECS .................................................................................................................. 34

TABLE 4-18 EPC 1086 SETTINGS ........................................................................................................... 35

TABLE 5-1 TOW VEHICLES SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 38

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1. Introduction

The 3100P Portable Topside Processor provides an interface between a laptop computer
running EdgeTech's DISCOVER 3100P Sub-bottom Sonar acquisition software, and a
model SB-424 or SB-216S towfish. The end user need only supply a source of GPS data
and either AC or DC power to complete the acquisition package. The complete system
with the 3100P and towfish is the Model 3100P Sub-bottom Sonar System.

The 3100P unit is a self contained, portable unit with all interface and power supply
electronics housed within a rugged, waterproof (when the lid is closed) Storm ® case.
There is space inside the closed unit to accommodate an EdgeTech supplied laptop
personal computer.

The data and control interface between the laptop and the 3100P is via TCP/IP protocols
and may be via wireless or direct cable connections.

Edgetech recommends operating the portable with the cover open and laptop not sitting
on the faceplate. In extreme heat conditions a fan is suggested to move air across the
faceplate.

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2. Overview

The “portable” deck unit is splash proof and constructed of high-impact structural
polypropylene material. The deck unit provides the interface and acquisition hardware to
the tow fish. The firmware inside the deck unit interfaces to the notebook computer via
TCP/IP based Ethernet or wireless connection. While communication with the deck unit
the laptop computer is running DISCOVER acquisition software displaying and
recording data.

2.1. Product Specifications

2.1.1. Supplied Components

• Notebook Computer (No laptop optional)

• Discover 3100 Software

• 3100P Portable Processor case with integral interface and electronics components

• AC Power cable

• DC Power & Ethernet cable

• Spares Kit

• Manuals

2.1.2. Physicals

Size : 390 D x 490 W x 190 H (mm), 15.2 D x 19.2 W x 7.3 H (inches)
Weight : 14.5 kg (31.8 lbs) with Notebook (Sony VAIO), 11.6 kg (25.5 lbs) without
Notebook
Construction : High-impact structural polypropylene
Color : Yellow
Sealing : Watertight cover O-ring seal with purge valve

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2.1.3. Environment

Open Cover Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (shade conditions)
Storage Temperature : -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity : Operating 0 to 80% (non-condensing), Non-operating 0 to 100%

2.1.4. Power requirements

DC Input : 12 to 15 VDC

AC Input : 120/240 VAC (Auto-ranging)
CONDITIONS WATTS DC AMPS AC AMPS
Peak power (on startup) 300 Watts 20 Amps at 12 VDC 2 Amps at 120 VAC
Average operating power 48 Watts 4 Amps at 12 VDC 0.4 Amps at 120 VAC

2.2. Tow Vehicle Interface

Tow Vehicle Power : 12V
Transmit/Receive Signals : Analog
Tow Cable: 35 meter Kevlar tow cable standard. 75 meter maximum length.

2.2.1. 3100P Topside/Notebook Computer Interfaces

Ethernet LAN : 100BaseT, TCP/IP
Wireless Ethernet : 802.11b/g

2.2.2. Laptop Specifications:

Due to continuous product evolution in this area a firm specification cannot be provided.
The nominal specification for the EdgeTech supplied in the following table.

Table 2-1 Laptop Specifications

Laptop Specifications Description

Notebook computer Sony Vaio-FS540P, or equivalent

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Operating System Windows XP Professional
Processor Pentium M 730, 1.6 GHz
Memory 512 Mbytes
Hard drive 80 GBytes
Screen size 15.4” - 1280 x 800 typical
Wireless Intel® Centrino™ or comparable

2.2.3. Supplied Components:

1. 3100P Portable Processor case with integral interface electronics

2. Laptop processor with DISCOVER 3100 Sub-bottom sonar software

3. AC power cable

4. DC Power & Ethernet cable

5. Spares Kit

6. Manuals

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3. 3100P Portable Topside Unit Case

The portable topside unit case supplied is based on the Hardigg “Storm Case" and
provides a waterproof enclosure for the sonar and interface electronics, and Tow Vehicle
power supply. Power, Tow Vehicle cable and Ethernet cable connectors are mounted on a
recessed, waterproof panel, with LED indicators and ON/OFF switch. A functional block
diagram of the components contain within portable topside unit case is shown in Figure
3-1 3100P Portable Topside Unit Functional Block Diagram.

For an assembly drawing of the portable topside unit case refer to the Internal Hardware
Section of this manual.

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Figure 3-1 3100P Portable Topside Unit Functional Block Diagram

3.1. Embedded Microprocessor

The embedded processor is a high speed and low power industrial computer running
Windows XP Embedded as the operating system. Edgetech SONAR.EXE application
commands and controls the transmit and acquisition hardware while interface with the
laptop running DISCOVER sub-bottom sonar software. The operating system &

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application are stored in 512MB of compact FLASH memory. The IDE interface
provides the data path between the processor & Sonar Interface Board (SIB).

3.2. Sonar Interface Board (Tiger Boards)

The Sonar Interface Board Set (SIB) is the real-time controller for sonar processing. It
includes transmit waveform tables and multiple channels of 10-bit high speed D/A
converters, support for external and internal triggers, and support for multiple sonar ADC
converters. It was designed to support a combined sonar system (with both sub-bottom
as well as multi-frequency side-scan capability), or to be used single channel as a basic
sub-bottom controller. At periodic intervals it generates the transmit waveform(s), and it
continuously buffers ADC data.

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These sonar interface boards represent a new generation of reengineered and optimized
sonar electronics. This tiger board set is designed to address a broad spectrum of sonar
applications from a common and well tested base of components. Among the features of
this generation are lower power consumption, higher speeds, smaller form factors, and
high analog sensitivity / minimum noise electronics for improved operating ranges.

The sonar interface board is actually comprised of a three board set of cards. The three
board set is made up of SB Carrier Board, Sub-Bottom Acquisition Board, and
Sonar/IDE Interface Board.

3.2.1. SB Carrier Board

This board has the same physically size as an industry standard full slot PCI card. There
are two BNC connectors (J1-Triger-In & J3-Triger-Out) and female connectors on either
side for mating with the other two boards in the card set. An on board DC-DC converter
provides the +12 volts to the preamp in the tow fish.

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Figure 3-2 SB Carrier Board

3.2.2. Sub-Bottom Acquisition Board

The sub-bottom acquisition board contains band pass filtering and up to eight 24-bit
Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC), only two channels are used for sub-bottom tow
fish. The first ADC channel is for received acoustic data from the preamp and the second
channel is used for power-up diagnostics.

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Figure 3-3 Sub-Bottom Acquisition Board

3.2.3. Sonar/IDE Interface Board

The sonar/IDE interface board is comprised of two RAM memory banks Acquisition
memory and chirp memory and six 10-bit DAC for generating transmit waveforms.
Transmit ping rate and sampling clock are generated from this board. The IDE portion of
the board provides the interfacing circuitry required to communicate between the
embedded processor and the SIB board set.

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Figure 3-4 Sonar/IDE Interface Board

3.3. Ethernet Switch

The Ethernet switch is a four port 10/100 Mbps TCP/IP used to create a local area
network interconnecting the deck unit embedded microprocessor, wireless bridge and the
topside laptop PC.

3.4. Ethernet Wireless Bridge

Ethernet wireless bridge is provided to connect the embedded CPU with the topside
laptop PC. The wireless bride is set to IP address 192.9.0.255.

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3.5. Power Amplifier

The power amplifier receives the analog transmit signal from the sonar/IDE interface
board. The transmit signal is then amplified by a step-up transformers and 3-Stage “H­Bridge Amplifier Circuit”. The analog transmit signal is sent down the tow cable to the
tow fish.

3.6. Power Board

The power board generates the assorted voltages required by the subassemblies inside the
topside unit. The assorted voltages are derived from input power which can be +12 VDC,
120VAC or 240VAC.

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