Klein Marine Systems, Inc. HydroChart 5000, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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CHAPTER 3: P
REPARATION FOR
D
EPLOYMENT
This chapter provides instructions for unpacking and preparing the HydroChart
5000 Sonar System for deployment, including detailed instructions on the
following:
TPU and SonarPro Workstation setup.
Guidelines for installing the TPU
and the SonarPro Workstation to optimize performance and equipment
lifetime.
Power and ground requirements.
Power and ground requirements to
protect against over and under voltage and transient spikes.
Sonar Head Unit installation.
How to install the Sonar Head Unit.
Connect the surface equipment.
How to connect all of the surface
equipment, including an optional motion reference unit and a sound velocity
sensor.
Predeployment test.
How to perform a predeployment test to verify that the
system is operational.
System calibration.
Information on how to perform a patch test to account
for residual biases in the system installation.
3.1 Unpacking and Inspection
The HydroChart 5000 Sonar System is shipped in multiple shipping containers.
Before unpacking the containers, carefully inspect them for damage. If any
damage is found, immediately contact Klein Marine Systems, Inc. or your KMS
sales representative
and report the damage to the freight carrier. Do not install or
operate any equipment that appears to be damaged.
3.1.1 Unpacking the TPU
Remove the TPU from the shipping container and set it on a sturdy, flat surface.
Inspect the TPU for signs of damage. If there is any damage or if any items are
missing, immediately contact Klein Marine Systems, Inc. or your KMS sales
representative. Record the serial number of the TPU; it can be found on a sticker
on the rear panel.