User Manual/Impulse - BlueView Technologies, Inc.
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1. Refer to this diagram and chart to select the appropriate sonar tilt angle during mounting for optimal imaging performance at target depth 11 a Integrate Sonar through ROV System Fiber to Ethernet Converter Ethernet User Computer Cable Customer Potted Connection Customer Supplied Whip BlueView Supplied Whip Sonar to Customer Whip EXC Cable Color Pins 12 48 485 Blue and e to Fiber VDC Blue White DE Converter Ground 7 amp 8 Brown and F Function RJ45 Th h Brown White Pins Ethernet 1 Orange White aia E E o Po a a a a a a aaa a Ethernet Rx Ethernet 2 Orange Rx 3 6 Sonar Head Ethernet TX 3 Ethernet Tx Rx Ethernet 2 Rx Ethernet Green white TX Ethernet Tx Figure shows typical sonar ROV integration into fiber based ROV system Wiring the Cable Whip Wire the cable whip to your ROV accessory whip per the table below Number 3 Ethernet RX Ethernet RX Blue White GROUND 7 amp 8 Brown Brown White Ethernet TX S Green White Test the System e Apply power to the system e Start ProViewer software e Once the sonar is fully powered up approximately 45 seconds click the connect button Precautions e When power cycling the sonar be sure to allow at least 10 seconds of off time before turning the sonar back on e f your network configuration requires a different sonar IP address th2. return from a Range settings distant object long range settings directly cause slow updates Reduce the Range Stop distance to increase the update rate The larger the displayed sonar image 1s the longer it takes for the ProViewer software to construct the image To increase the image GUI window size display update rate decrease the size of the sonar image display window by grabbing one of sides or corner of the GUI and dragging it towards the center of the GUI window Still not working Please contact us BlueView Technologies Customer Support www blueviewtech com 206 545 7260 Sam 5pm PST Mon through Fri IV FAQ Will running the sonar out of the water damage the unit No The sonar is not damaged by running it out of the water Why does the sonar image look like the surface of a pond If the sonar is mounted too close to the surface the signal can be distorted as it reflects off of surface waves Make sure the sonar is mounted several feet underwater Why can I only see a slice of the bottom The Sonar s acoustic beam will only show a small slice of the bottom when pointed directly down To increase the viewing area tilt the Sonar up so that the sonar beam intersects the bottom at a shallower angle see the mounting your sonar section in this manual for more information Appendix A Technical Specifications DP900 90 Sonar swan with o ee Power 12 48 volts 15 watts with 50f
3. sonar head Possible Possible Solution Cause Confirm that the ProViewerE Junction POE Box is plugged into a standard No Power Improperly connected Bad State 120VAC outlet and that the small green LED on the POE Box is glowing Also check that the Sonar to Surface cable is plugged into the SONAR J1 port on the POE Box In addition to the connections described above verify that you have a good cable between the computer Ethernet port and the PC J2 port on the POE Box Reset the sonar by removing the POE box AC power cord for 10 seconds The sonar head takes 40 seconds to reboot after power is re applied Dirty connectors Make sure that all connector pins are clean and corrosion free Improper Ethernet cable PC networking software 1S confused IP subnet masks don t match The Sonar Head cabling is conveniently designed so that you can connect your POE Box to a PC with a standard Ethernet cable The price for this convenience is paid when connecting your POE Box to a network hub In this case you will need to use a crossover Ethernet cable unless your network hardware is capable automatically handling crossed Ethernet cables Sometimes the PC arp table is corrupted and requires repair There are several ways to do this depending on your particular OS On windows you can open repair the arp table via the desktop notification area icon Disable Status i Change Windows Fire
4. the IP address and Subnet mask as shown close all the windows you just opened Assemble System After installing the PC software found on the included CD the sonar system can be connected for a bench top test The standard sonar package comes with everything needed to get up and running quickly The only additional item required is an AC power source your typical wall plug The figure below depicts how the components are Interconnected Your sonar may look different than the one depicted below Sonar Head Bench Top User Computer Test Setup 110 240VAC Q T Ethernet 25ft Bench Top POE Box Cable Test Cable Required Cables AC Power Cable 25ft Bench Top Test Cable Standard Ethernet Cable The following are the recommended installation procedures for the Sonar system 1 Inspect all cable connector contacts for lack of moisture corrosion or damage before assembling the system Connect the 10 pin underwater connector on the 25ft Bench Top Test Cable to the mating bulkhead connector on the rear of the Sonar Head Make sure that all O rings are present and in good shape before making the connection Once connected ensure that the connector is fully engaged and tightened Connect the RJ 45 connector on the Sonar to PC Test Cable to the SONAR J 1 port on the POE Box Connect one end of the Standard Ethernet Cable to the PC J2 port on the POE Box Connect the other end
5. BlueView UNDERWATER VISION User s Handbook DP900 90 MSS BlueView Document 202589 0O1 2003 2008 BlueView Technologies Inc All rights reserved Printed in USA All product names are trademarks of their respective companies BlueView Technologies has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this document however because ongoing development efforts are made to continually improve the capabilities of our products we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document We disclaim liability for errors omissions or future changes herein Copyright 2003 2008 BlueView Technologies Corp All rights reserved No part of this publication may be copied reproduced or translated without the prior written consent of BlueView Technologies No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the prior consent of BlueView Technologies Any unauthorized use is a violation of copyright laws Warning This device should not be used as a navigational aid to prevent collision grounding boat damage or personal injury Warning This product contains lead a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm Handling and or opening this unit may result in exposure to lead in the form of solder Warning Disassembly and repair of this electronic unit should only be performed by authorized service personnel Any modifica
6. In the control panel open the Network connections folder In Network connections folder select the interface you ll be attaching the sonar to This interface is commonly called Local Area Connection but might have another name in your particular application In the Local Area Connection window select Properties In the Properties window select Internet Protocol and click on the Properties button In the resultant Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window configure it as shown below 21x 2 xX General Support 5 Connection General Authentication Advanced l status Connect using Duration F a esi ag VMwar Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties x peed General This connecti Fr aii fou can get IF settings assigned automatically if your network supports Properties W EY Cier P File W Egos W Inter Install IP address 192 168 001 3 Eire y iH Subnet mask paopao D ranemissh wide area Default gateway across dive M Show ico M Notify me this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings C Obtain an IP address automatically f Use the following IP address f Obtain DNS server address automatically f Use the following ONS server addresses Prefered ONS server Alternate DNS server Advanced After you ve set
7. To connect with the sonar its IP address must be compatible with the network or computer to which it is attached If you miss configure the sonar s network settings and are unable to connect to it follow this procedure to re establish communications with the sonar l 2 Connect the sonar communication cable directly to a Windows XP computers network interface card As described below in the Running the sonar on a network section open the Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window for the network interface card you plugged the sonar into Under the General tab select Obtain an IP address automatically Under the Alternate Configuration tab select Automatic private IP address and click OK Close the rest of the windows folders you opened Cycle the sonar power off for at least 10 seconds then turn the sonar back on After about 100 seconds the Widows PC and the sonar should have negotiated link local IP address in the range of 169 254 16 Using the ProViewer software connect normally and reconfigure the sonar s network settings to be compatible with its intended network If the image updates seem slow Possible Cause Possible Solution Shut down other computers or services that are consuming the Ethernet congestion Ethernet network bandwidth The Sonar requires about 1 OMBps of network bandwidth to operate When your sonar pings it has to wait for the echo to
8. an the factory default you can change it within the ProViewer application If you decide to do that you must change your PC s IP address and net mask to compatible settings Refer to Appendix B Advanced Network Settings in the hardware manual for more information about sonar IP addressing Sonar operation Connect to the Sonar Once you ve verified your computer is correctly configured and your hardware components are connected Start the ProViewer software and click the connect icon shown here ProViewer File Display Help Range Stark Stop 150m 150m The ProViewer software should connect to the sonar head If ProViewer can not connect to the sonar see the trouble shooting section of this handbook Shutdown To shutdown the sonar close the Sonar Window by clicking on the X icon in the top right hand corner of the window or select Exit from the File menu to close the entire program It is now safe to power down the sonar or disconnect the Ethernet cable from the computer Maintenance To insure continued good operation of your Sonar system follow these practices e After use in salt water rinse the sonar head and connectors off with fresh water blow connector contacts clean and coat lightly with dielectric grease e Before use Insure connector contacts are clear of dirt and corrosion and protected with dielectric Ill Trouble Shootin If the ProViewer Software cannot see the
9. ansanewnniecenninanepaeniaaeunea na andeasnaawesawee ane DELENIE 2 te TROUDIGSIIOOUNG snicceniend dade ntensumeet AN AEEA 3 If the ProViewer Software cannot see the Sonar head cece eee eeeeee seen ee eeeeenees 3 If HE Image UPdateS SEEM SOW sisaciensaneesrnenaararianeonsetnaniannesanivesanteeteedons 5 ies eC oan arenene ue naticindia natal ncaetes seem E aden attaies neeer ees 6 Appendix A Technical Specifications ccccceceeeeeeeeeeteneeeees 7 DPIO0 90 S0 vaspacesnawassacensianeseaeneraundanentane EEE O aS ENE ANERE 7 DP900 90 Sonar Outline Drawing vrsereersartarrwaiaatenesenanen ENET A Eaa 8 DP900 90 Cable Whip Drawing cccc cece cece aT T AT EEE 9 Appendix B ProViewer Advanced Networking sccsseeeeees 10 Changing the Sonar IP SettingS erisir ennie E E eee eeeeeeaeeeeessegaeeeeetnesaanengs 10 When you forget a SOnar sS IP AGCIESS ccc ccccc cece cece eee ence ee eeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeetaeas 12 Firewall SOlLW Al Cri caiaatnianmaseiberaebieaiaietiaeatnn haem E Eda 12 EEE EN ENA ENE AAE ASEE EEEE EEA ETATE EA TE TE ENER 12 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a BlueView 2D Miniature Multibeam Imaging Sonar system This manual covers operations of the P900 90 MSS sonar system BlueView 2D imaging sonar provide streaming sonar imagery making it easy to search and navigate in low and zero visibility water BlueView has coupled high performance imaging capability with a powerful
10. cal portion of the unit For custom mounts refer to the technical drawings provided in the Appendix of this manual for sonar dimensions Mounting Location 1 The sonar images like a camera out of the front of the nosecone It should be mounted looking forward preferably on the same pan and tilt as the ROV s main camera Sonar Up Down Orientation Use the stickers and connector placement on the rear endcap of the sonar to determine the up down orientation of the sonar 10 Sonar Angle To achieve optimal performance while imaging targets and or the bottom at a given depth the angle that the sonar is tilted down from the surface is important This issue is demonstrated in the figures below On the left the sonar is tilted down at a steep angle that provides only a narrow field of view of the bottom The sonar in the right hand figure is set at a much shallower angle that provides both a better perspective on targets and a larger field of view of the bottom Water Line Water Line gt Area Anal ZA mh a The sonar s steep tilt angle in this figure The sonar s shallow tilt angle in this produces imagery of a narrow strip of figure produces an image of the bottom the bottom over a broad area In general shallower tilt angles which give larger areas of bottom imaging are preferred In selecting a tilt angle refer to the diagram and chart below Target Approximate Depth ft Water Line Tilt Angle
11. ications with the sonar 1 Connect the sonar communication cable directly to a Windows XP computers network interface card 2 As described above open the Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window for the network interface card you plugged the sonar into 3 Under the General tab select Obtain an IP address automatically 4 Under the Alternate Configuration tab select Automatic private IP address and click OK 5 Close the rest of the windows folders you opened 6 Cycle the sonar power off for at least 10 seconds then turn the sonar back on 7 After about 100 seconds the Widows PC and the sonar should have negotiated a link local IP address in the range of 169 254 16 8 Using the ProViewer software connect normally and reconfigure the sonar s network settings to be compatible with its intended network Firewall Software ProViewer Software communicates with the sonar head using standard networking protocols If your PC has firewall software you may see a warning popup that asks permission to allow the ProViewer Software to connect to the Sonar In that case you may need to configure the firewall to allow communications between your Sonar and your PC using TCP and UDP on port 1149 Refer to your anti virus software vendor or your computer tech support resources for assistance with your anti virus software 12
12. n Sonar Devices Available Sonar Devices Mame i Eng 900 12 10 4 In the window that appears select the Network tab Change the IP settings to the desired values and click Save mm T Properties Vertical Sonar Address Configuration Automatic via DHCP Manual Address 192 168 1 45 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway Network Services Enable DHCP Server Save Cancel 5 Reset the sonar by powering the sonar down for 10 seconds then powering it back up The sonar will now come up with the new IP address NOTE If your PC is set with a static IP address it may need to be updated to fall in the same network group NOTE By factory default the sonar provides DHCP service to the computer or network it is attached to If your network has a DHCP server operating you should disable the sonar DHCP server before connecting it to the new network NOTE The sonar Ethernet wiring is designed to connect directly to a PC network card i e it is wired as a crossover cable You can connect your sonar to an auto sensing network device with the same cable you use to attach to a PC 11 When you forget a sonar s IP address To connect with the sonar the sonar s IP address must be compatible with the network or computer to which it is attached If you mis configure the sonar s network settings and are unable to connect to it follow this procedure to re establish commun
13. n stationary platforms and or when imaging static targets They become much less useful when working from a moving platform and or trying to image moving targets since any motion can cause errors in the final image By comparison BlueView imaging sonar are multi beam sensors which form many small acoustic beams at once This allows them to work well from stationary and moving platforms An imaging sonar can produce several high quality images per second making it possible to get movie like imagery from the sonar How do I Interpret the Sonar I mages Imagine a flashlight lying on a table and an object such as a coffee cup located in front of the flashlight If you look down on this scene you will see a bright area where light is reflecting off the face of the coffee cup You will also see a dark shadow behind the coffee cup where light is unable to reach The same idea can be applied to a BlueView imaging sonar by replacing the light source with a sound source Bright areas on the sonar image are the result of objects reflecting sound while dark areas are acoustic Shadows resulting from an object blocking the sound The two figures below provide an example of how a given scene would appear when viewed visually and with high definition imaging sonar Dark acoustic shadow Bright reflections Visual image of 3 can shaped from target objects on a square platform The same scene as seen through a BlueView imaging sonar Sonar Sys
14. of the Standard Ethernet Cable to the ethernet port on the User computer Plug the POE box power cable into a standard 120 VAC wall outlet The Sonar Head will power up and initialize itself in approximately 40 seconds Note when power cycling correct operation requires that power be cycled from the AC side of the POE box If you cycle the power off briefly make sure you leave the power unplugged for at least 10 seconds 7 Turn on your computer Firewall Configuration ProViewer Software communicates with the Sonar Head using standard networking protocols If your PC has firewall software you may see a warning popup that asks permission to allow the ProViewer Software to connect to the Sonar In that case you may need to configure your PC s firewall to allow communications between your Sonar and your PC using TCP and UDP on port 1149 Refer to your anti virus firewall software vendor or your computer tech support resources for assistance with your anti virus firewall software Il Sonar Installation Mount the Sonar After installing your software and running your Sonar for the first time you re ready to put the Sonar into the water Mounting Method In order to do this the sonar needs a mounting structure to hold it securely in its underwater environment This mount can either be one purchased from BlueView or a customer supplied mount The preferred mounting method is a clamp type fixture around the cylindri
15. software package creating one of the words most versatile underwater imaging systems available today Advanced sonar technology rugged design and powerful software are just a few highlights of your sonar system This manual explains imaging sonar interpretation and provides instructions on the installation and operation of your sonar system For detailed information on using the sonar imaging software please see the ProViewer Software Handbook found both on the software CD as well as under the software s help menu About the BlueView Sonar Your sonar is designed as a general purpose underwater imaging sonar specifically designed for ROV mounted operations The DP900 90 sonar are rated to 4000 meters With its Ethernet interface and user friendly software the sonar system is designed to be just as easy to use as it is functional System Contents Verify that your DP900 MSS system includes the following components Component DP900 90 Sonar Module with MSS for Impulse bulkhead connector 25 ft Sonar to Surface Cable RJ 45 to MSS Connector 4 ft Cable Whip POE Box Power Injector for Bench Top Testing 7 ft Black Ethernet Cable User Handbook Quickstart Guide Software CD Hardigg Storm Carry Case Understanding I maging Sonar What is I maging Sonar Many people are familiar with scanning type sonar which employ mechanical rotation of a single acoustic beam over an imaging area This works well when used o
16. t cable Communications Ethernet LObase T or 100base T Depth Rating 13 000 ft 4000 m Weight in air 17 6 Ibs 8 0 k Weight in fresh 9 3 lbs 4 2 k water Dimensions Max 14x6 0x6 0 in 36x15x15 cm Operating Frequency 900 kHz DP900 90 Sonar Outline Drawing IMPULSE CONNECTOR Gaila Ms33J 7 FCR nit incnes SCHILLINGS CONNECTOR 130 0170 DP900 90 Cable Whip Drawing Unit Inches Table 1 ees chien _ a E l E Green Appendix B ProViewer Advanced Networking Blue View sonar communicate through an Ethernet interface that require the sonar to have a TCP interface that functions properly There are 3 ways to accomplish this static IP DHCP server or DHCP host The system is shipped from the factory with a static IP address and a DHCP server enabled Refer to each sonar s User Handbook to determine the default IP address for a specific product These settings however can be changed using the ProViewer Software NOTE The ability to change IP settings is an advanced feature of the ProViewer software and is only recommended for users familiar with IP settings and network configurations Incorrect settings can result in the loss of communication with the MB1350 Changing the Sonar IP Settings 2 With the BlueView sonar powered and connected open the ProViewer software and click File Connect 3 In the window that comes up select a sonar then click the Properties butto
17. tem Installation When you first receive your sonar system follow these steps to verify you can operate it See the ProViewer Software Handbook found both on the software CD as well as under the software s helo menu for more information about your ProViewer Software Install Software on your PC To install ProViewer just insert the ProViewer CD into your computer s CD ROM drive You may also launch the installation by double clicking on setup exe in the CD s root directory Follow the instructions to complete the installation If you have a personal firewall enabled you may receive a warning message saying that ProViewer is attempting to send information to the Internet These messages are caused by ProViewer looking for BlueView sonar on your network BlueView recommends that you select the option that will always allow ProViewer to access the network For example in the image below click Unblock Windows Security Alert Eg To help protect your computer Windows Firewall has blocked some features of this program Do you want to keep blocking this program Tan Hame Proviewer Publisher Unknown keep Blocking Unblock Ask Me Later Windows Firewall has blocked this program from accepting connections from the Internet or a network IF you recognize the program or trust the publisher you can Unblock it When should unblock a program Set your PC s network card IP address In Windows open the Control Panel
18. tion of the serial number or attempt to repair the original equipment or accessories by unauthorized individuals will void the warranty Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the user s authority to operate this equipment Warning This equipment contains High Voltage electronics Tampering with or using damaged equipment could lead to serious injury Warranty Information The Sonar is backed by a standard 12 month parts and labor warranty policy For more information on safety and or maintenance issues please call BlueView Technologies at 206 545 7260 Table of Contents IH OU CION tcccrersxacnsasciesteace sande E A AA 3 ADOUEthe BIUCVIEW SONato ea aa a a aa aea eiat 3 SY tem CONTENTS eriseeria a A ianeaars 4 Understanding Imaging SONAL cc cece cee cece eee eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeas 5 Whati limagingd SONal aaen a A aan eae 5 How do Interpret the Sonar MAQGES cc cece cece cee ee essen eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeuneeetsnaaaes 5 le SOMar System I MStaliaUlON wwsesiviess verte arti a 6 iMSrall SOMWare On YOUN PC siicuteccsiGepn aa acne N N 6 Set your PC s network Card IP address eriaren a E a 7 ASS CIMDIES O Mea a a a a a a E N T 8 Firewall CONTIGUPALION earns E EEEE EEA A AEAEE 9 ih Sonar Moala ON sni E EEN 10 MOUNEME SONI eeraa A ANSE 10 COMMS CE CO CNS SONAT errn deal EE E EA S 2 SMUTAOW Mere aner a A A A E EE E 2 MaINTCNANCS v acinirranrete
19. wall settings Open Network Connections You can also simply restart the computer Depending on your particular situation it may also be helpful to cycle the power on the sonar In this case be sure to leave the sonar power disconnected for a full 10 seconds before restoring power Make sure the subnet mask is the same on both PC and sonar For the factory default Class C network configuration the subnet mask is 255 255 255 0 The 255 part of the mask defines the network part of the IP address The 0 part of the mask defines the device part of the IP address IP network addresses don t match IP network device addresses are the same Poor connection quality You suspect you ve miss configured the sonar IP address Make sure the IP network part of the IP address is the same on both the sonar and the computer In the factory default case this 1s the first 3 numbers in the IP address 192 168 1 The device part of the IP address must be different for every device on the network In the factory default case the sonar is set to 45 and the PC is set to 3 Don t use 255 it s reserved for broadcast use Use an ohm meter to verify Tx and Rx line connectivity between the Ethernet connector that plugs into the PC and the 10 pin connector that plugs into the Sonar Head Refer to ProViewerE Sonar to Surface Cable Drawing in the Appendix for pin to pin connection information
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