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ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT 

We, the employees at EdgeTech, would like to thank you for purchasing Starmux IV. At EdgeTech, our 

policy is to provide high-quality, cost-effective products and support services that meet or exceed your 

requirements. We also strive to deliver them on time and look for ways to improve them. We take pride 

in the products we manufacture and want you to be entirely satisfied with your equipment. 

Purpose of this Manual 

The purpose of this manual is to provide the user with information on the setup and use of EdgeTech's 

Starmux IV. Although this manual encompasses the latest operational features of the Starmux IV, some 

features may be periodically upgraded. Therefore, the information in this manual is subject to change and 

should be used for reference only. 

Liability 

EdgeTech has made every effort to document the Starmux IV in this manual accurately and completely. 

However, EdgeTech assumes no liability for errors or any damages resulting from using this manual or the 

equipment it documents. EdgeTech reserves the right to upgrade this equipment's features and make 

changes to this manual without notice at any time. 

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes 

Where applicable, warnings, cautions, and notes are provided in this manual as follows: 

WARNING! 

Identifies a potential hazard that could cause injury or death. 

 

CAUTION!

 Identifies a potential hazard that could damage equipment or data. 

 

NOTE:

 

Recommendations or general information that is particular to the 

material being presented.

 

Revision History 

Revision 

Notes 

Date 

Approval 

Release to Customers 

11/05/2020 

PO 

Update to Starmux IV 

6/2/2021 

BS 

Update to Starmux IV 

8/23/2022 

AP 

Summary of Contents for STARMUX IV

Page 1: ...EdgeTech 4 Little Brook Road West Wareham MA 02576 Tel 508 291 0057 Fax 508 291 2491 www EdgeTech com STARMUX IV U S E R H A R D W A R E M A N U A L 0023786_REV_C August 2022...

Page 2: ...re issued in strict confidence on the condition that they not be copied reprinted or disclosed to a third party either wholly or in part without the prior written consent of EdgeTech Any reproduction...

Page 3: ...xtreme care should be taken when handling them Standard handling precautions involve using anti static protection materials and grounding straps for personnel WARNING High voltage may be present in al...

Page 4: ...if applicable At times however direct replacements may not exist When this happens EdgeTech will provide the necessary drivers with the replacement part if applicable EdgeTech may also change certain...

Page 5: ...ject to change and should be used for reference only Liability EdgeTech has made every effort to document the Starmux IV in this manual accurately and completely However EdgeTech assumes no liability...

Page 6: ...he items have not been misused or abused in any manner nor have repairs been attempted without EdgeTech Customer Service s approval iii Written notice of the failure within the warranty period is forw...

Page 7: ...tly to the customer New software releases consist of the following Software enhancements that are not on the price list Software fixes and changes Product integration Documentation updates to online h...

Page 8: ...ply only to the material being returned from outside the continental United States Follow them carefully to prevent delays and additional costs 1 All shipments must be accompanied by three copies of y...

Page 9: ...as each carton s contents are clearly numbered and identified on the invoice 4 Small items can be shipped prepaid directly to EdgeTech by FedEx DHL UPS Airborne etc 5 If the equipment is the property...

Page 10: ...roducts We encourage you to contact EdgeTech Customer Service to offer any suggestions or to request technical support NOTE Please have your system Serial Number available when contacting Customer Ser...

Page 11: ...plications for over 50 years The company has responded to the scientific naval and offshore communities needs by providing equipment such as sub bottom profilers side scan sonar acoustic releases USBL...

Page 12: ...RES xiv LIST OF TABLES xv 1 0 OVERVIEW 1 1 1 1 Applications 1 1 2 0 SPECIFICATIONS 2 2 2 1 Mechanical Drawings 2 3 3 0 SETUP AND ACTIVATION 3 5 3 1 Unpacking and Inspecting 3 5 3 2 Installing the Star...

Page 13: ...xiii 3 4 4 Connecting a FSK Trigger 3 13 3 5 Activating the Unit 3 14 4 0 MAINTENANCE 4 15 5 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 5 16...

Page 14: ...nd Connections 3 6 Figure 3 2 Labeled Front Panels of Starmux IV Rackmount 3 8 Figure 3 3 Labeled Rear Panels of Starmux IV Rackmount 3 9 Figure 3 4 Starmux IV and Optional EdgeTech Computer Ethernet...

Page 15: ...1 Starmux IV Front and Rear Panel Controls Indicators and Connection Descriptions 3 7 Table 3 2 EdgeTech 2U Computer Controls Indicators and Connections Descriptions 3 10 Table 3 3 Reserved IP Number...

Page 16: ...oting tips It should be used with EdgeTech Discover Software and EdgeTech Hardware Manuals to support your EdgeTech system Download links for the latest manual for this product and others can be found...

Page 17: ...Kg 32 lb 70 3 kg 155 lb Operating Temp 0 45 C 32 113 F 0 45 C 32 113 F Storage Temp 10 60 C 14 140 F 10 60 C 14 140 F Operating relative humidity 5 90 non condensing 5 90 non condensing Non operating...

Page 18: ...2 3 2 1 Mechanical Drawings Figure 2 1 Starmux IV ICD 0022246...

Page 19: ...2 4 Figure 2 2 Starmux IV in 6U Case ICD...

Page 20: ...no greater than 90 Avoid areas of direct sunlight especially in tropical environments as heat buildup could damage the equipment and glare could hinder the user s ability to see the LCD and status in...

Page 21: ...and Rear Panel Controls Indicators and Connections Digital Current Meter Display LAN LINK Fish Power Cable Fault Indicator Lights Starmux Power Switch Sea Cable Connector Data Ethernet Port Grounding...

Page 22: ...PANEL STARMUX IV Line VAC Connector Connection for the AC power cord Line Power Switch Rocker switch Switches AC power to the POWER switch on the front panel of the Starmux Digital Link AC Fuse 5A Fu...

Page 23: ...Labeled Front Panels of Starmux IV Rackmount Digital Current Meter Display Starmux Power Switch DVD RW Drive LAN LINK Fish Power Cable Fault Indicator Lights USB Connectors CPU Power and Reset Power I...

Page 24: ...r Panels of Starmux IV Rackmount USB Connectors AC Fuse Sea Cable Connector Data Ethernet Connector Grounding Lug Power Switch Power Switch Ethernet Connectors Video Card PC COM 1 PC COM 3 FSK Sync Co...

Page 25: ...Video card Video card with 4 Mini DP Display Connectors Provides video display to the monitor COM 1 NAV Connector DB 9 female connector RS 232 serial port that connects to the navigation system when t...

Page 26: ...ional displays 3 4 1 Connecting the Starmux IV to a Computer The Starmux IV Topside digital link and computer are physically connected by an Ethernet cable plugged into the Starmux s rear panel Data E...

Page 27: ...ault Gateway The Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically radio button is automatically selected by Windows so the Preferred DNS Server and Alternative DNS Server fields do not need to be populated SYS...

Page 28: ...ure 3 6 Starmux IV Rear Panel Tow Cable Connector 3 4 4 Connecting a FSK Trigger The Starmux IV comes standard with a FSK Frequency Shift Keyed Trigger BNC connection on the rear panel which is typica...

Page 29: ...e power switch on the rear panel of the Starmux IV Digital Link This switch can be left in the ON position at all times if desired 3 Turn ON the power switch on the front panel 4 The PWR light should...

Page 30: ...ust out with canned air may prevent overheating and aid in extending the unit s life Beyond this no maintenance is required WARNING Do not open the Starmux IV without first disconnecting the AC power...

Page 31: ...al link and the external topside processor Check the LAN connections between the STARMUX IV unit and the topside processor The indicator is dark Open the unit and check the indicator LED and wiring Th...

Page 32: ...ternal topside Check that under Configuration pull down Network the displayed address is 192 9 0 101 with Port set to 1700 The tow vehicle is faulty Verify the tow vehicle using a different digital li...

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