Edgetech STARMUX III, User Hardware Manual

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3-1
3.0: SETUP AND ACTIVATION
The setup of a particular system depends upon the configuration. However, the following general
guidelines may be used for most systems. For instructions specific to the user’s system, consult with the
provided hardware manual that came with the tow vehicle.
3.1 Unpacking and Inspecting
Carefully unpack the STARMUX III and check the packing list to ensure that all items are present. If any
items are missing, report it to
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. Likewise, if any items have been damaged
during shipping, do not install them. Instead, contact EdgeTech for further instructions.
Save the original packaging that the system came with, as these containers can and should be used for
when the system is not in use for extended periods of time.
3.2 Installing the Digital Link
Install the STARMUX III Digital Link in a standard 19” rack. This should be in an area free from sea spray,
precipitation, and potentially-damaging UV rays (sunlight). Furthermore, the unit should be located in
close proximity to the topside and in an area where the operator can see the deck crew deploying the
towfish for easy communication.
3.2.1 Controls, Indicators, and Connections
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IGURE
3-1 shows the front and rear panels of the STARMUX III and labels its controls, indicators, and
connections. Descriptions for each of these are below:
LINE: Rocker switch. Switches AC power to the POWER switch on the front panel of the
STARMUX Digital Link. This switch can be left in the on position at all times.
POWER: Rocker switch. Turns the STARMUX Digital Link on or off.
PWR: Green indicator. Illuminated when the STARMUX Digital Link is on.
LAN: Green indicator. Flashes continuously when an Ethernet connection is
established.
LINK: Green indicator. Flashes while the STARMUX Digital Link is establishing a reliable
communications link with the side scan sonar. Illuminates continuously when a
reliable communications link with the sonar is established.
FISH POWER: Red indicator. Illuminated when the STARMUX Digital Link is on and the side scan
sonar is