Kongsberg Flexview, Reference Manual

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Sonar Head
The Sonar Head transmits and receives an acoustic pulse when deployed underwater.
The removable transducer on the Flexview is the first of its kind, offering field
replacement of a damaged transducer in the unlikely event of a catastrophic impact. This
innovative design also allows for transducer configurations to be exchanged, depending
on the job being performed. There are transducers with varying frequencies available for
the Flexview. The 500 kHz and 950-1400 kHz transducers are shown here.
The Sonar Head includes transmit and receive transducers and the electronics to generate
the transmit pulse and digitize the received signal. The sonar data is sent to the Sonar
Processor using a standard Ethernet link.
Caution
The Sonar Head’s black polyurethane transducer is delicate. Avoid impacts to the
transducer when installing or handling the Flexview.
Prolonged exposure to ultra-violet rays and excessive heat may damage the surface of
the polyurethane transducer face. Always store the Flexview in the provided equipment
case when not in use. If the Flexview is mounted on an ROV, cover the transducer
when not in use.
Related topics
Performance specifications, page 143
Mechanical specifications, page 144
Support information
If you need technical support for your Flexview you must contact your local dealer, or
our support department.
If you require maintenance or repair, contact your local dealer. You can contact us by
phone at +1 604 464 8144, or by email at:
km.support.vancouver@km.kongsberg.com .
If you need information about our other products, visit http://www.km.kongs-
berg.com/mesotech . On our website you will also find a list of our dealers and
distributors.
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