Edgetech USBL BROADBAND ACOUSTIC TRACKING SYSTEM, User Hardware Manual

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BATS Transceiver
The convenience and comfort of the operator are the primary considerations for installing the BATS
Transceiver. Place the unit where it is most conveniently operated (with LED’s visible) and protected from
foul weather and sea spray (e.g., Indoors on a bench top).
3.4.1 Rackmount BATS
Typically, a Laptop can be placed on top of the BATS Console. A typical Rackmount setup for the three
Modules is shown in
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The system requires the following interface connections along with a suitable power source and free
access for connecting the deck cable:
•
Line Voltage/AC power (100-240VAC auto switching)
•
Ethernet from Transceiver to PC/ Laptop
•
Transceiver to Hydrophone Deck Cable
•
[Optional] Trigger/Sensor Interface Cable
•
[Optional] Motion Reference Interface (Analog or RS232)
3.4.2 Portable BATS
The Portable BATS Transceiver (Model 4461A) is splash proof when the case cover is closed and interface
cables are mated properly. A laptop or PC is required to interface to the unit via Ethernet port. The
provided Ethernet cable is 16ft (5m) in length, shown in
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protected unless it is also splash-proof.
The Portable BATS requires the following interconnections along with a suitable power source and free
access for connecting the interface cables. All interface connections are made on the right side of the unit
via underwater connectors. The ON/OFF switch and fuse holder are also located on same panel. The
system LED’s are located under the top cover. Once setup has been completed (Setup LED’s confirmed)
the cover can be closed and the unit is extremely splash proof.
Interface connections:
•
Line Voltage/AC power (100-240VAC auto switching)
• Ethernet from Transceiver to PC/ Laptop
• Transceiver to Hydrophone Deck Cable
• [Optional] Trigger/Sensor Interface Cable