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901-80047051/2.0

September 2020 © Kongsberg Maritime AS

Simrad DATSS Operator Panel

Touchscreen App and Tablet with Mount

Instruction Manual

Release 2.0

This manual provides the basic information required to get started
with the DATSS Operator Panel.

Summary of Contents for Simrad FS70

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Simrad DATSS Operator Panel kongsberg com simrad ...

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Page 3: ...ber 2020 Kongsberg Maritime AS Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Touchscreen App and Tablet with Mount Instruction Manual Release 2 0 This manual provides the basic information required to get started with the DATSS Operator Panel ...

Page 4: ...ned Improper use or maintenance may cause damage to the equipment and or injury to personnel You must be familiar with the contents of the appropriate manuals before attempting to operate or work on the equipment Kongsberg Maritime disclaims any responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper installation use or maintenance of the equipment Disclaimer Kongsberg Maritime AS endeavours to ens...

Page 5: ...BLET 17 MOUNTING THE TABLET 20 CONFIGURING THE DATSS OPERATOR PANEL FOR NORMAL OPERATION 23 Configuring an Ethernet connection 24 Configuring a Bluetooth connection 27 OPERATING PROCEDURES 32 Using the Keypad page 33 Using the Cursor page 36 Using the Alarms Indicators page 38 Reading the Catch Sensor Pulled alarm 40 Using the Trends page 41 APPENDIX 43 Setting up Ethernet on a new PC 44 Setting u...

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Page 7: ...on All end user manuals provided for operation and installation of your Simrad DATSS Operator Panel can be downloaded from our website https www simrad com fs70 https www simrad com dfs75 Our website also provides information about other Simrad products Software version This DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual complies with Remote Control App software version 1 0 DATSS software version 2 01 is...

Page 8: ...e DATSS Operator Panel continuously We also want our end user documentation to be comprehensive and relevant You can help Please provide comments suggestions or constructive criticism to any of our support offices Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 9: ...1 80047051 2 0 7 DATSS Operator Panel Topics Important page 8 System description page 9 System diagram page 10 System overview page 11 System units page 12 Support information page 15 DATSS Operator Panel ...

Page 10: ... existing license but have not updated your dongle follow the procedure below Upgrading your software license 1 Send your existing dongle serial number to Kongsberg Mesotech sales or support 2 Kongsberg Mesotech will send you a license file a bin file Store it on a known location on your hard drive 3 Insert your dongle into a USB port on your computer 4 Go to C KML DATSS_V0XXX and open the file Li...

Page 11: ... control key functions of the DATSS Software remotely You can also monitor your catch sensor data and receive an alarm when the catch sensor is pulled You can connect to the DATSS Software through either an Ethernet wireless access point or a wireless Bluetooth connection A tablet mount allows you to position the DATSS Operator Panel anywhere in the wheelhouse at the perfect viewing angle All the ...

Page 12: ... shown A PoE Power over Ethernet adapter and power cord B DATSS Processor Unit C Ethernet cable D Wireless Access Point E Touchscreen App and Tablet with Mount Note The default Ethernet setup with a wireless access point is shown here A Bluetooth setup only requires a Bluetooth USB dongle or Bluetooth capable Processor Unit Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 13: ...nel is easily integrated into an existing DATSS system A PoE Power over Ethernet adapter and power cord B Ethernet cable C Wireless Access Point D Touchscreen App and Tablet with Mount E Display F DATSS Processor Unit G RS232 or USB H Power TTM Interface Unit I Third wire J Sonar Head inside Deployment Pack DATSS Operator Panel ...

Page 14: ...12 901 80047051 2 0 System units Topics Tablet and Remote Control App page 13 Tablet mount page 14 Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 15: ...r all the main functions you need to operate the Sonar Head The Alarms Indicators page allows you to continuously monitor your catch sensor data The Trends page allows you to view depth and temperature charts and monitor changes over a specified time period Night Mode allows you to switch to a darker colour theme for easier viewing in a dim environment For an interface alternative to a mouse and k...

Page 16: ...release cradle so that it is easy to load and unload the tablet or access ports The articulating arm includes a rubber ball and socket system to dampen shock and vibration and allows you to adjust the viewing angle For permanent installation you may screw down the arm with fasteners in a suitable location in your wheelhouse A grip tether is also included for added stability Simrad DATSS Operator P...

Page 17: ...pport simrad com Spain Company name Simrad Spain S L U Address Partida Atalayes 20 03570 Villajoyosa Spain Telephone 34 966 810 149 Telefax 34 966 852 304 Website https www kongsberg com simrad E mail address simrad spain simrad com France Company name Simrad France Address 5 rue de Men Meur 29730 Guilvinec France Telephone 33 298 582 388 Telefax 33 298 582 388 Website https www kongsberg com simr...

Page 18: ...lefax 60 3 2201 3359 Website https www kongsberg com simrad E mail address simrad asia simrad com Korea Company name Kongsberg Maritime Korea Ltd Address 1101 Harbor Tower 113 1 Nampodong 6 Ga Jung Gu Busan 600 046 Korea Telephone 82 51 242 9933 Telefax 82 51 242 9934 Website https www kongsberg com simrad E mail address simrad korea simrad com China Company name Kongsberg Maritime China Ltd Addre...

Page 19: ...ess point Prerequisites You must have an existing DATSS system with a computer Processor Unit Your DATSS Processor Unit must have a free Ethernet port you can also use an Ethernet switch Context The provided wireless access point allows the tablet to connect via Wi Fi to the same local area network as your DATSS Processor Unit A Wireless Access Point B Ethernet cable C PoE Power over Ethernet adap...

Page 20: ...wall outlet 110 240V AC power socket Observe that the LED light on the wireless access point turns green 5 Connect the tablet s power cable and plug the other end into an electrical outlet Note Do not plug the tablet s power cable into a USB port on your computer The tablet will not charge through the computer s USB port If you disconnect the power cable during operation the Remote Control App wil...

Page 21: ...uetooth dongle into a USB port on your DATSS Processor Unit You do not need the dongle if your computer is already Bluetooth capable To complete setup go to the procedure Configuring a Bluetooth connection Related topics System diagram page 10 Configuring an Ethernet connection page 24 Configuring a Bluetooth connection page 27 Installing the wireless access point and tablet ...

Page 22: ...ed suitable fasteners and a screwdriver You may wish to cut and drill your own mounting plate to suit your installation location Alternatively you may purchase a Backing Plate Adapter from RAM https www rammount com part RAM 202 225BU You will need to find a suitable flat surface to install the mount onto Context Use the dimensions of the round plate shown here to plan your permanent installation ...

Page 23: ...on 2 Lay the tablet down against the holder and release downwards to secure in place 3 Permanently mount the articulating arm by attaching the lower round plate onto any flat surface with fasteners 4 Install the grip tether a Insert the centre of the tether over the ball on the upper round plate Mounting the tablet ...

Page 24: ...22 901 80047051 2 0 b With the tablet in the cradle wrap the corners of the tether over the front of the device as shown Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 25: ...2 0 23 Configuring the DATSS Operator Panel for normal operation Topics Configuring an Ethernet connection page 24 Configuring a Bluetooth connection page 27 Configuring the DATSS Operator Panel for normal operation ...

Page 26: ...n you run the DATSS software an Ethernet server should start running in the background You will not see the server launching To make sure that the server is running open the Task Manager select the Processes tab and look for the server in the Background processes list The wireless access point must be installed and powered on Refer to the procedure Installing the wireless access point and tablet N...

Page 27: ...ve that an IP Address dialog box opens c Make sure that 192 168 0 201 appears in the IP Address field This is the static IP address of the DATSS Processor Unit d Tap the Done button e Wait for the tablet to connect to the server When the Keypad page appears you can start using the Remote Control App Configuring the DATSS Operator Panel for normal operation ...

Page 28: ...alled set up according to the instructions in this manual and is turned on If you are still experiencing problems try and connect through Bluetooth instead Related topics Installing the wireless access point and tablet page 17 Setting up Ethernet on a new PC page 44 Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 29: ...the server If required plug the provided Bluetooth dongle into a USB port on your DATSS Processor Unit Note You do not need the dongle if your computer is already Bluetooth capable Context Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between the tablet and computer DATSS Processor Unit over short distances When operating on Bluetooth you do not have to be in a visual line of site of the DATSS Pr...

Page 30: ...he Settings app opens c Tap Connections Bluetooth d Toggle the switch to the ON position e On the computer in the bottom left corner of your desktop select the Windows Start button f Click on the Settings icon Observe that the Settings window opens g Click Devices Bluetooth other devices Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 31: ...nection a Right click on the Bluetooth icon in your Windows taskbar Observe that a context menu opens b Select Send a File c Select DATSS Operator Panel then click Next d Browse to any document or image file and select it e Click Next Observe that a Bluetooth File Transfer dialog box opens on your computer and a File transfer dialog box opens on your tablet f On your tablet tap Accept You should f...

Page 32: ...cesses list 5 Connect the tablet to the Bluetooth server a Tap on the DATSS Remote Control App icon Observe that the Remote Control App opens b In the Connection Options dialog box tap on Bluetooth Observe that a Reminder dialog box opens c Tap Next to dismiss the reminder If your tablet requests access to the device s location tap Allow The app will scan for any computers in range that are runnin...

Page 33: ...hen tap Next e Wait for the tablet to connect to the server When the Keypad page appears you can start using the Remote Control App Related topics Installing the wireless access point and tablet page 17 Configuring the DATSS Operator Panel for normal operation ...

Page 34: ...32 901 80047051 2 0 Operating procedures Topics Using the Keypad page page 33 Using the Alarms Indicators page page 38 Using the Trends page page 41 Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 35: ...ATSS Software must be running To run the DATSS software double click the DATSS icon on the Processor Unit Windows desktop The tablet must be configured for operational use and the Bluetooth or Ethernet server must be running Context The Keypad page is displayed by default on startup Procedure 1 Tap on the Keypad tab at the top of the screen to access this page at any time Operating procedures ...

Page 36: ...k the camera icon to take a screenshot of the DATSS presentation Scan Speed Increase the value of the scan speed Increasing the scan speed will rotate the transducer faster Scan Speed Decrease the value of the scan speed Use a low scan speed to maintain best possible image quality Smaller targets need a lower scan speed Note Changing the scan speed will not change the acoustic beam width Range Inc...

Page 37: ...d specify the centre of the search sector This function is only available in the sector scan modes Sector Width Increase the opening angle of the current sector that the Sonar Head covers Sector Width Decrease the opening angle of the current sector that the Sonar Head covers Note In polar mode the sector width can be extended up to 360 Sonar Sounder Switch between the sonar view and the echo soun...

Page 38: ...talled and the DATSS Software must be running To run the DATSS software double click the DATSS icon on the Processor Unit Windows desktop The tablet must be configured for operational use and the Bluetooth or Ethernet server must be running Context The Cursor page can only be accessed from the Keypad page Procedure 1 Tap the Cursor button on the Keypad page Observe that the Cursor page opens Simra...

Page 39: ...ference cursor in the sonar view as an overlay Tap the reference cursor button again to remove the cursor Tip The reference cursors are two cross hair type markers that can be used to mark a point of interest You can use the reference cursors to measure the range and bearing relative to the Sonar Head 5 Tap the arrow icon at the top of the screen to navigate back to the Keypad page Operating proce...

Page 40: ... running To run the DATSS software double click the DATSS icon on the Processor Unit Windows desktop The tablet must be configured for operational use and the Bluetooth or Ethernet server must be running Context When you first open the Alarms Indicators page it will be empty at first The catch sensor indicators will populate with data from the DATSS Software over time Simrad DATSS Operator Panel I...

Page 41: ...s page Tap on the icon again to show the page 4 Observe the sensor indicators which display data from all the sensors Changes in values are indicated with digits showing the rate of change combined with graphic symbols Up arrows indicate an upward or ascending change and down arrows indicate a downward or descending change If you see instead of a sensor reading then the sensors are configured but ...

Page 42: ...he Catch Sensor alarm appears observe which catch sensor was pulled and how many minutes have elapsed since pulled Note While this dialog box is open the minutes since pulled will continuously update If a new catch sensor is pulled it will also appear in the dialog box 2 Tap the OK button to dismiss the dialog box You will be redirected to the Alarms Indicators page Note If a previously pulled cat...

Page 43: ... the Processor Unit Windows desktop The tablet must be configured for operational use and the Bluetooth or Ethernet server must be running Context This page takes the average of every five sensor values received and displays the upwards or downwards trend of the averages on a line chart The horizontal x axis is labelled with the time elapsed in minutes and the vertical y axis is labelled with the ...

Page 44: ...e page 4 Tap on the first drop down button A to select a sensor Only depth or temperature sensors can be selected 5 Tap on the second drop down button B to select either a depth or a temperature range The range you select will determine the span of units displayed on the vertical y axis 6 Tap on the third drop down button C to select a time range The time range you select will determine the span o...

Page 45: ...901 80047051 2 0 43 Appendix Topics Setting up Ethernet on a new PC page 44 Setting up the wireless access point page 45 Setting up the tablet and app page 49 Appendix ...

Page 46: ...is once Procedure 1 Open the Network Connections dialog box a In the bottom left corner of your desktop select the Windows search function b In the search box type Network Connections and open the Network Connections dialog box c On the left of the dialog box select the computer s Ethernet adapter the one connected to the PoE adapter then right click and select Properties on the short cut menu d O...

Page 47: ...e 1 If you have encountered an issue with the wireless access point reset it to factory default a With the device powered on press and hold the RESET button at the bottom of the wireless access point with a toothpick or other thin object for about five seconds b Release the button when the LED quickly flashes yellow and green The wireless access point will restore its factory default settings You ...

Page 48: ... new account page opens d Enter admin into the New Username field e Enter Kongsberg into both the New Password and Confirm Password fields f Click the Next button Observe that the Wireless Basic Settings page opens g Make sure that both the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless radios are enabled Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 49: ...DATSS_WAP into the 2 4 GHz SSID field and DATSS_WAP_5G into the 5 GHz SSID field i Enter in Kongsberg into both Password fields j Click the Save button Wait for the settings to apply then observe that a Success page opens Appendix ...

Page 50: ...l App have been set up at the factory to connect to the wireless access point automatically However if your tablet s Wi Fi settings have been reset or you are experiencing issues connecting the tablet to the wireless access point refer to the procedure Setting up the tablet and app Related topics Setting up the tablet and app page 49 Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 51: ...stalled and powered on Refer to the procedure Installing the wireless access point and tablet Note We do not recommend using the DATSS Operator Panel outside of the wheelhouse The wireless access point must be set up with the necessary Wi Fi credentials The provided wireless access point has been set up at the factory but if it has been reset to factory default refer to the procedure Setting up th...

Page 52: ... b Enter Kongsberg into the Password field c Tap Advanced d Select Static from the IP settings drop down menu e Enter 192 168 0 101 into the IP address field f Enter 192 168 0 201 into the Gateway field g Tap the Save button Simrad DATSS Operator Panel Instruction Manual ...

Page 53: ...p up that appears 5 Connect the tablet to the Ethernet server a Press the Home key on the tablet b Tap on the DATSS Remote Control App icon Observe that the Remote Control App opens c In the Connection Options dialog box tap on Ethernet Observe that a Reminder dialog box opens d Tap Next to dismiss the reminder Observe that an IP Address dialog box opens Appendix ...

Page 54: ...emote Control App Observe that Connected to 192 168 0 201 appears at the top of the Keypad page Tip If the tablet displays an error message make sure that the wireless access point is installed set up according to the instructions in this manual and is turned on If you are still experiencing problems try and connect through Bluetooth instead Related topics Setting up the wireless access point page...

Page 55: ...om website 5 www simrad com 5 drawing system diagram 10 E Ethernet connection configuring 24 Ethernet on new PC setting up 44 F feedback send us 6 functional diagram 10 H help support offices 15 how to configure a Bluetooth connection 27 configure an Ethernet connection 24 install the tablet 17 mount the tablet 20 read the Catch Sensor Pulled alarm 40 set up Ethernet on new PC 44 set up the tablet...

Page 56: ...et audience 5 purpose mount 14 tablet 13 this manual 5 R reader this manual 5 reading Catch Sensor Pulled alarm 40 registered trademarks 5 reminder important 8 software requirements 8 S setting up Ethernet on new PC 44 tablet and app 49 wireless access point 45 Simrad registered trademark 5 support 15 SIMRAD registered trademark 5 software version 5 software license upgrading 8 software requiremen...

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