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Related topics
Setting up the ES80 in a synchronized system, page 105
Cable layout and interconnections, page 79
Synchronizing the ES80 by means of a serial port
If you want to use the ES80 as a master or slave in a synchronized system, you must set it up
for such operation. To do this, you must select which communication port to use for the
synchronization interface, and you must select the requested synchronization mode.
Prerequisites
You have an RS2-232 interface port on your Processor Unit that allows you to use the
CTS/RTS connections.
For "slave" operation, a remote system (for example K-Sync ) must be available to provide
trigger pulses. For "master" operation, a remote hydroacoustic system (sonar, echo sounder)
is connected. This remote system must be set up in "slave" mode.
You must be equipped with a standard set of tools. This tool set must comprise the normal
tools for electronic and electromechanical tasks. This includes different screwdriver types,
pliers, spanners, a cable stripper, a soldering iron, etc. Each tool must be provided in various
sizes. We recommend that all tools are demagnetized to protect your equipment.
Context
Whenever more than one hydroacoustic system is installed on a vessel, interference may
occur. To avoid interference, you have these options:
• The systems are all connected to a common synchronization system.
• One of the acoustic systems is set up as "master", and controls the transmissions on
the other systems.
The ES80 offers functionality for remote transmit synchronization. It can be set up to
operate in either
Master
or
Slave
mode.
Tip
The Wideband Transceiver (WBT) offers an
Auxiliary
port that can be used for
synchronisation purposes. This synchronization method may be more stable that the
traditional CTS/RTS connection to a serial port.
The
Synchronization Delay
functionality is unavailable if you use the
Auxiliary
port on
your Wideband Transceiver (WBT) to synchronize the ES80.
When you work in the
Installation
dialog box, you must always select
Apply
to save the
changes made on a page. You must do this before you continue working on a different page.
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