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Kongsberg Simrad MF90, Installation Manual

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476671/B

141

Installation of the mounting brackets

A

Deckhead

B

Bulkhead

C

Deck

D

Angle bars with threaded holes
for shock absorbers (These items
are included in the delivery.)

(*) = This is the minimum
recommended distance.

(**) = Welds

Note

The drawing is not to scale.

Related topics

Installing the MF90 system hardware
units, page 126
Installing the Transceiver Unit,
page 137
Drawing file, page 364

Installing the MF90 system hardware units

Summary of Contents for Simrad MF90

Page 1: ...kongsberg com simrad Simrad MF90 INSTALLATION MANUAL...

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Page 3: ...about the practical use of the MF90 system refer to the Reference Manual and or the Operator Manual You can also find information in the Context Sensitive On line Help Caution You must never permit t...

Page 4: ...igned 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...

Page 5: ...requirement 29 Course gyro requirement 29 Uninterruptible power supply UPS requirement 30 Operating Panel option 30 Global positioning system GPS option 31 Scope of supply 32 General safety rules 33 I...

Page 6: ...ch bridge unit 57 Choosing the best location for the display 59 Choosing the best location for the Processor Unit 59 Choosing the best location for the Operating Panel 60 Sonar room requirements 62 Ab...

Page 7: ...ation example Side view on keel 106 Hull unit installation example Side view off keel without blister 107 Hull unit installation example Side view off keel with blister 108 Hull unit familiarization M...

Page 8: ...specifications 164 RS 232 serial line connection using three wires 165 RS 232 serial line connection using five wires 166 RS 232 used as synchronization trigger input or output 167 RS 422 serial line...

Page 9: ...ection for correct rotation 212 Checking the operation of the Hoisting and Lowering contactors 214 Checking the transducer lowering and hoisting functionality 216 Initial start up 219 Summary of initi...

Page 10: ...276 Defining the serial and Ethernet LAN port parameters 277 Setting up the input from a navigation system GPS 279 Setting up the interface for speed log input 282 Setting up the interface for course...

Page 11: ...application 340 Creating a bootable USB flash drive 343 Installation remarks 345 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 346 Introduction to technical specifications 347 Performance specifications 347 Power requirem...

Page 12: ...it outline dimensions HT20470 AC 369 493234 Transceiver dimensions 372 443179 Operating Panel dimensions Mk2 375 440689 Operating Panel cut out drawing Mk2 378 439594 Operating Panel adapter plate Mk2...

Page 13: ...plete system with relevant cabinets units and items Cabinets units and items provided locally by the customer installation shipyard or a local representative are not described Information about third...

Page 14: ...provided for operation and installation of your MF90 system can be downloaded from our website This includes publications that are translated to other languages Selected publications are also provided...

Page 15: ...cription page 16 System diagram page 18 System units page 20 Additional required and optional items page 28 Scope of supply page 32 General safety rules page 33 Installation requirements page 35 Netwo...

Page 16: ...ermined by the installation shipyard based on the physical properties of the installation trunk the hull and the space available Minimum four strengthening plates must be used Each strengthening plate...

Page 17: ...he mains plug on the Processor Unit whenever your vessel is in dry dock Additional precautionary measurers should be considered If something breaks down If you believe that something has broken down c...

Page 18: ...pressure water sandblasting metal tools or strong solvents to clean the transducer Do not damage the outer protective skin of the transducer Do not step on the transducer cables Do not damage the tra...

Page 19: ...s in the presentation are built using the echoes from one single ping This dramatically improves the update rate and provides better real time information The MF90 system permits you to record real ti...

Page 20: ...nit G Hoisting motor H Transducer In this publication the computer can also be referred to as the Processor Unit and vice versa Unless otherwise specified in a contract the display is not included in...

Page 21: ...476671 B 19 Related topics Simrad MF90 page 13 Simrad MF90...

Page 22: ...l to have more than one display connected to the MF90 system The number of displays must be chosen to fit the preferences of the crew The display is not a standard part of the delivery This is a comme...

Page 23: ...AC version operates on 100 to 240 VAC Power supply Manufacturer Mean Well Manufacturer s website https www meanwell com Type designation SDR 240 24 Kongsberg Maritime part number 488156 Note The Proc...

Page 24: ...et cable is used for communication with the Processor Unit on the bridge Another high quality Ethernet cable is used to connect the Transceiver Unit to the Motor Control Unit on the hull unit It is ve...

Page 25: ...e transducer hits larger objects or bottom the transducer shaft may be bent or in worst case it can be broken off A broken transducer shaft will cause water leakage through the top of the shaft If you...

Page 26: ...strength of the support brackets must be adequate to prevent vortex induced vibrations This is an invariable requirement to ensure the safety of the MF90 system and the vessel We recommend that suppor...

Page 27: ...cer are damaged during the handling installation or cleaning Any holes and or scratches in the transducer surface will allow water to penetrate the transducer If a leak occurs the transducer must be r...

Page 28: ...tem the physical location of the installation trunk must be carefully selected The installation trunk with a blind flange can be ordered from Kongsberg Maritime as an optional delivery As an alternati...

Page 29: ...erties of the installation trunk the hull and the space available Minimum four strengthening plates must be used Each strengthening plate must extend all the way from the bottom to the top of the inst...

Page 30: ...nsure proper operation of the MF90 system the physical location of the installation trunk must be carefully selected The installation trunk with a blind flange can be ordered from Kongsberg Maritime a...

Page 31: ...nal required and optional items page 28 Course gyro requirement In order to operate correctly the MF90 system requires input from a course gyro A course gyro is not a part of the MF90 delivery When a...

Page 32: ...quirements of the MF90 system Related topics Simrad MF90 page 13 Additional required and optional items page 28 Operating Panel option The optional Operating Panel contains all necessary control funct...

Page 33: ...or and marker s In addition to navigational data the global positioning system GPS can also be used to provide speed information Note Most global positioning system GPS can provide course information...

Page 34: ...s provided with the MF90 system delivery make sure that the correct items are included The quantity of each item is specified in the contract and or the order confirmation Relevant order information i...

Page 35: ...ays wear a hard hat and suitable protective footwear while handling heavy objects Power and ground You must always turn off all power before installation or maintenance work on the MF90 system Use the...

Page 36: ...the event that the cable is unintentionally connected to a power source Cabinets Do not open racks or cabinet doors while sailing in rough seas Doors and or cabinet parts may suddenly swing open and...

Page 37: ...ot exceed 15 to 20 of the nominal voltage except under fault conditions Related topics Simrad MF90 page 13 Installation requirements page 35 Uninterruptible power supply UPS requirements It is importa...

Page 38: ...tage Output voltage 230 VAC 50 Hz Output power Processor Unit Display 1000 W Transceiver Unit 1500 W Output form The output AC voltage must be a sine wave Related topics Simrad MF90 page 13 Installati...

Page 39: ...in dry dock prior to installation Roughness below the water line deformities in the shell plating and protruding obstacles can create underwater noise These sources of turbulence must be smoothed or r...

Page 40: ...3 Installation requirements page 35 Requirement for classification approval Classification approval is required for the MF90 system installation The design and mounting of the installation trunk for t...

Page 41: ...are therefore not protected against viruses malware or unintentional access by external users Securing the MF90 system itself has no meaning unless there is a policy in place that secures all computer...

Page 42: ...rad 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 www kongsberg com simrad Email address simrad france...

Page 43: ...imrad Email 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 8...

Page 44: ...Tools equipment and consumables required for installation page 48 Personnel qualifications page 48 Rules for transducer handling page 49 Choosing the best location for the hull unit page 51 Location o...

Page 45: ...d or doors to the room to maintain vessel stability and safety The physical size of the sonar room must be limited so that in the event of a major leak the flooding of the room will not induce instabi...

Page 46: ...on it shuts off the bottom of the installation trunk when the MF90 system is not used For more information refer to the end user documentation provided by the manufacturer Note The mounting flange wil...

Page 47: ...ed in Setting to work chapter in this manual They are also provided in the Harbour Acceptance Test and the Sea Acceptance Test documents 11 Create a backup with the system configuration and software i...

Page 48: ...hard hat and suitable protective footwear while handling heavy objects Power and ground You must always turn off all power before installation or maintenance work on the MF90 system Use the main circ...

Page 49: ...l documents provided by the shipyard for the physical installation of the MF90 system must be approved by the vessel s national registry and corresponding maritime authority and or classification soci...

Page 50: ...ever you must make sure that the following specialized tools are available All necessary tools and consumables required for welding All necessary tools and consumables required for physical installati...

Page 51: ...ter Do not handle the transducer roughly Avoid impacts Do not expose the transducer to direct sunlight or excessive heat Do not use high pressure water sandblasting metal tools or strong solvents to c...

Page 52: ...e transducer The properties of the transducer face combined with the thickness of the anti fouling paint can also affect the overall performance Kongsberg Maritime cannot be held responsible for any n...

Page 53: ...stalled Other system units may also be installed in the sonar room The physical location of the hull unit depends on the vessel s design and construction how the hull is shaped and how the water runs...

Page 54: ...ar FP Deviations should not be made without consulting Kongsberg Maritime A Water level at normal trim B Welding marks to indicate hull unit location when docking C Length Between Perpendiculars LBP D...

Page 55: ...ing hull unit If these hull units are placed one after the other along the keel you must make sure that you have sufficient distance between them A Outer diameter of installation trunk B When mounted...

Page 56: ...d minimum 1 metre apart Related topics Preparations page 42 Choosing the best location for the hull unit page 51 Installation close to echo sounder transducer s It is common for vessels to have both e...

Page 57: ...derwater disturbance other than a vessel s main propeller and bow stern thruster that have a negative effect on the performance are Main or bilge keels Sacrificial anodes Cooling elements protruding f...

Page 58: ...intenance Safe navigation The physical location of the unit must not in any way have a negative effect on the navigation of the vessel Observe the compass safe distance for each individual unit Operat...

Page 59: ...364 Maximum distance between each bridge unit The cables used to connect the various units on the bridge have limited lengths Observe the maximum distances between the bridge units A Uninterruptible p...

Page 60: ...t be provided by the installation shipyard C11 This is a commercial cable This cable is only used with Operating Panel Mk3 3 C12 A dedicated Ethernet cable is used to connect the Operating Panel to th...

Page 61: ...anufacturer Related topics Preparations page 42 Location of hardware units on the bridge page 56 Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Choosing the best location for...

Page 62: ...nel is the same as up on the display Experience has shown that this will make it easier to use the trackball on the operating panel when you wish to control the cursor on the display Observe the limit...

Page 63: ...476671 B 61 Related topics Preparations page 42 Location of hardware units on the bridge page 56 Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Preparations...

Page 64: ...these units They must also be installed relatively close to each other due to the limited length of the cables Related topics Sonar room requirements page 62 Preparations page 42 Environmental requir...

Page 65: ...the room to maintain vessel stability and safety The physical size of the sonar room must be limited so that in the event of a major leak the flooding of the room will not induce instability or cause...

Page 66: ...2 The room must not be unnecessarily obstructed by girders pipes etc which may cause installation problems or impede maintenance 3 The sonar room must be accessible under all conditions at sea or at...

Page 67: ...lation system to ensure a supply of cooling air If a ventilation system is not available install two 3 pipes from the sonar room to a suitable fresh air location on deck The fresh air should enter the...

Page 68: ...ber of additional electrical outlets must be provided for other equipment Proper vessel ground must be provided Cabling requirements The sonar room units are connected to other system units located in...

Page 69: ...where the water will gravitate to first Inspect the bilge sensors periodically Decking requirement Once the installation has been completed the sonar room must be suitably decked without restricting...

Page 70: ...ion The echoes from any large and small target must be detected inside the noise It is important that we keep the noise level as low as possible This is necessary to obtain long range and dependable i...

Page 71: ...a desired signal to the level of background noise It is defined as the ratio of signal power to the noise power often expressed in decibels A ratio higher than 1 1 greater than 0 dB indicates more si...

Page 72: ...ormat E Signal processing circuitry can create digital noise Related topics Preparations page 42 Acoustic noise page 68 Self noise Any vessel equipped with a hydroacoustic system for example echo soun...

Page 73: ...es static discharge from the rotating propeller shaft may be quite disturbing Cavitation Cavitation is the formation of small air bubbles close to the transducer face The bubbles appear because the lo...

Page 74: ...ties in the water will occur and this is called cavitation Rattle noise Rattle noise may be caused by loose objects in the vicinity of the transducer like fixing bolts The rattle may also come from lo...

Page 75: ...stic instruments located in other vessels may also be a limiting factor The sea noise depends on the weather conditions In bad weather the sea noise can be quite high due to the waves Related topics P...

Page 76: ...epends on the weather condition and the waves Bottom reverberation The bottom reverberation depends on the roughness and physical properties of the sea bottom Reverberation is often a limiting factor...

Page 77: ...anning of the installation may reduce the acoustic noise Unfortunately it is impossible to simply provide a number of specific procedures to reduce the noise The physical location of the installation...

Page 78: ...ping between the transducer and the hull structure Reducing propeller noise The hull unit must be installed far away from the propellers Sufficient clearance between the propellers and the hull the ru...

Page 79: ...cal noise Make sure that all units are properly grounded including shielded cables Separate the cables used by the MF90 system from other cables with high voltages large currents or transients Place a...

Page 80: ...allation trunk Topics About the installation trunk page 79 Mounting the installation trunk adapter page 92 Mounting the installation trunk page 93 Verifying the quality of the installation page 96 Sim...

Page 81: ...nge diameters different installation trunks are used Installation trunk Part number Upper diameter mm Bottom diameter mm MF90 408615 370 273 427423 760 610 MF94 434529 760 356 The installation trunk w...

Page 82: ...s kept safe from damage and that the top of the installation trunk is kept clean smooth and without physical damage such as scratches or dents Proper O ring lubrication must be applied before the hull...

Page 83: ...k Due to its physical size and weight and the fact that the installation trunk penetrates the vessel hull it is very important that both the hull unit and the installation trunk are installed and secu...

Page 84: ...ces to which the hull unit and installation trunk are exposed depends on the physical size of the units where they are located and the vessel s behaviour in rough sea It is very important that the hul...

Page 85: ...ard must provide all necessary design and installation drawings as well as the relevant work standards and mounting procedures If required all documents provided by the shipyard for the physical insta...

Page 86: ...le requirement to ensure the safety of the MF90 system and the vessel The shape and locations of the strengthening plates must be determined by the installation shipyard based on the physical properti...

Page 87: ...of strengthening plates stiffereners The dimensions and strength of the plates must be adequate to prevent any vibrations This is an invariable requirement to ensure the safety of the MF90 system and...

Page 88: ...86 476671 B Related topics Mounting the installation trunk page 78 About the installation trunk page 79 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 89: ...hening plates stiffereners The dimensions and strength of the plates must be adequate to prevent any vibrations This is an invariable requirement to ensure the safety of the MF90 system and the vessel...

Page 90: ...le requirement to ensure the safety of the MF90 system and the vessel The shape and locations of the strengthening plates must be determined by the installation shipyard based on the physical properti...

Page 91: ...sions and strength of the plates must be adequate to prevent any vibrations This is an invariable requirement to ensure the safety of the MF90 system and the vessel The shape and locations of the stre...

Page 92: ...st have the same diameter as the inside diameter of the installation trunk Important The installation trunk must be secured to the bulkheads and or the hull by means of strengthening plates stifferene...

Page 93: ...476671 B 91 Related topics Mounting the installation trunk page 78 About the installation trunk page 79 Mounting the installation trunk...

Page 94: ...installation trunk adapter can be ordered from Kongsberg Maritime Part number 403257 Procedure 1 Make sure that the upper surface of the installation trunk is level undamaged and clean 2 Clean the tr...

Page 95: ...ore information and or details must be provided by the installation shipyard to fit the vessel properties The top mating surface of the installation trunk must be protected with a blind flange or wood...

Page 96: ...nsions MF94 Number of holes in the flange 24 Procedure 1 Define the physical location of the installation trunk This location must be carefully selected The decision must be based on the general princ...

Page 97: ...ave a small gap to allow access to the bolts and nuts used to secure the mounting flange The minimum plate thickness is 10 mm but the classification society can specify other dimensions 9 Depending on...

Page 98: ...e hull unit is installed It is very important that this surface is clean and undamaged It must be watertight after the hull unit has been installed Objects protruding from the hull will generate turbu...

Page 99: ...s also protected with coating 6 Fill in the result tables Result Horizontal distance from the keel to the centre of the installation trunk Height from the bottom of keel to the top of the installation...

Page 100: ...re Further requirements If the inspection reveals errors inaccuracies or unfortunate dispositions related to units devices or cables use the Installation remarks form to document these If necessary wr...

Page 101: ...ort box page 111 Mounting the hull unit on top of the installation trunk MF90 page 113 Mounting the hull unit on top of the installation trunk MF94 page 116 Designing and mounting mechanical support b...

Page 102: ...sure the safety of the MF90 system and the vessel The hull unit shall be mounted on top of the installation trunk at the bottom of the hull The installation trunk penetrates the ship s hull and allows...

Page 103: ...tem and the vessel We recommend that support brackets are placed pointing at minimum three directions with approximately 120 degrees between them The mechanical support brackets must be designed and m...

Page 104: ...During the installation process make sure that this O ring is kept safe from damage and that the top of the installation trunk is kept clean smooth and without physical damage such as scratches or de...

Page 105: ...rds and mounting procedures If required all documents provided by the shipyard for the physical installation of the MF90 system must be approved by the vessel s national registry and corresponding mar...

Page 106: ...and the vessel Stiffen the installation trunk in both the fore and aft and athwartship directions by welding strengthening knee plates both to the trunk and to the hull plating The shape and location...

Page 107: ...476671 B 105 Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 About the hull unit installation page 100 Installing the hull unit...

Page 108: ...1 2 12 7 mm C Air vent pipe The minimum diameter is 1 2 12 7 mm D Access hatch E Lamp F Mechanical support brackets Due to its height and weight the hull unit gantry must be secured to the bulkhead b...

Page 109: ...ccess hatch E Motor Control Unit F Mechanical support brackets Due to its height and weight the hull unit gantry must be secured to the bulkhead by means of mechanical support brackets G Transceiver U...

Page 110: ...eter is 1 2 12 7 mm C Air vent pipe The minimum diameter is 1 2 12 7 mm D Access hatch E Lamp F Mechanical support brackets Due to its height and weight the hull unit gantry must be secured to the bul...

Page 111: ...the mounting flange The complete assembly is mounted on the top of the installation trunk The transducer is bolted to the bottom of the transducer shaft The transducer cables are placed inside the tr...

Page 112: ...the Lower Limit Switch C Transducer cable with plug D Transducer shaft E Transducer shaft sleeve F Air release valve G Hoisting motor H Motor Control Unit I Gantry J Mounting flange K Installation tru...

Page 113: ...crane or ship s crane is required Always use appropriate lifting equipment to minimize risk of personnel injury or equipment damages Only certified equipment must be used Context The hull unit transd...

Page 114: ...e hull unit with the transducer protection still in place carefully out of the transport box Note Make sure that you use the correct lifting eye There are two lifting eyes on each side of the hull uni...

Page 115: ...this task 12 x Pin bolts Mounting bolts M16 x 65 12 x Nuts M16 12 x Washers M16 Rubber gasket 540 035874 This item is included in the delivery Items that are not included with the MF90 delivery must...

Page 116: ...revent damage during transport and hull unit installation This protection must remain attached while the hull unit is being manoeuvred into the sonar room The transducer is covered with a thick red or...

Page 117: ...is provided with the MF90 system delivery Store the blind flange in the sonar room for possible future use 3 Check the top of the installation trunk a Make sure that the rubber gasket on the top of th...

Page 118: ...he construction Use the following final maximum torque 470 Nm Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Mounting the hull unit on top of the installation trunk MF94 A second type of hull unit is...

Page 119: ...on makes it difficult to access electrical connections the hull unit may be rotated during its installation to the most suitable direction The hull unit transducer and transducer cable must be handled...

Page 120: ...hull unit is lowered onto the installation trunk 2 Remove the blind flange from the top of the installation trunk A blind flange is mounted on the installation trunk for protection if the trunk is pr...

Page 121: ...ighten all the nuts to finger tight Then work alternately on opposite sides of the construction Use the following final maximum torque 60 Nm Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Designing a...

Page 122: ...pyard to fit the complete installation in the sonar room All calculations made to support the design must meet the applicable safety requirements and apply to the physical properties of the complete i...

Page 123: ...Design manufacture and mount proper mechanical support brackets from the top of the mounting flange to the bulkhead a Mount the support brackets using two or more of the existing mounting flange bolts...

Page 124: ...ment it Context The transducer is covered with a thick red or black protective coating made of a special plastic type The protective coating is a vital part of the transducer It is very important that...

Page 125: ...port organization for advice 5 Use the hand crank to hoist the transducer a Turn the crank until the transducer is fully retracted b Loosen the brake release screw to engage the motor brake c Check wi...

Page 126: ...Make sure that cable installation has been completed a Make sure that all cables leading to and from the unit have been properly mounted and secured b Make sure that the unit is securely connected to...

Page 127: ...room is suitably decked The hull unit is correctly installed with easy access for maintenance and replacement of parts All cables are properly mounted with enough slack The transducer cable can move...

Page 128: ...ral safety rules page 127 Installing the display page 129 Installing the HT20470 Processor Unit page 130 Installing the Operating Panel Mk2 page 133 Installing the Operating Panel Mk3 page 135 Install...

Page 129: ...hat and suitable protective footwear while handling heavy objects Power and ground You must always turn off all power before installation or maintenance work on the MF90 system Use the main circuit b...

Page 130: ...the event that the cable is unintentionally connected to a power source Cabinets Do not open racks or cabinet doors while sailing in rough seas Doors and or cabinet parts may suddenly swing open and...

Page 131: ...t on the bridge observe the compass safe distance Procedure 1 Prepare the location and the necessary tools 2 Observe the installation requirements a Check the installation requirements provided by the...

Page 132: ...tilation is available to avoid overheating Prerequisites You must be equipped with a standard set of tools This tool set must comprise the normal tools for electronic and electromechanical tasks This...

Page 133: ...cabinet or 19 rack or on a desk b Choose a position to fit the available cable lengths between the computer and the other units it connects to c Observe the compass safe distance d Make sure that eno...

Page 134: ...ch side of the rear panel d Mount the cable retaining plate e Position and fasten the unit using the mounting brackets and appropriate screws or bolts Fasten the two mounting brackets to each side of...

Page 135: ...F90 system supports two different operating panels These are referred to as Mk2 and Mk3 The Mk2 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit using an Ethernet cable The Mk3 Operating Panel is co...

Page 136: ...ing hardware four screws four nut plates and four bolt covers are supplied in the standard delivery a Position the four nut plates shown in the illustration b Use a 3 mm Allen key to fasten the four s...

Page 137: ...ripper a soldering iron etc Each tool must be provided in various sizes We recommend that all tools are demagnetized to protect your equipment Depending on the chosen installation method additional to...

Page 138: ...standard delivery a Position the four nut plates shown in the illustration b Use a 3 mm Allen key to fasten the four special bolts c Mount the bolt covers in the four corners of the Operating Panel 4...

Page 139: ...hat all tools are demagnetized to protect your equipment Depending on the chosen installation method additional tools may be required Observe the relevant rules and regulations related to welding The...

Page 140: ...ace allows the unit door to be fully dismounted for unobstructed access to its internal parts Make sure that the installation does not cause problems with existing cabling ventilation ducts piping etc...

Page 141: ...mounting bracket 9 Do not connect any other cables This will be done later in the installation process Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Installing the Transceiver Uni...

Page 142: ...e bars with threaded holes for shock absorbers These items are included in the delivery Note The drawing is not to scale Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Installing th...

Page 143: ...for shock absorbers These items are included in the delivery This is the minimum recommended distance Welds Note The drawing is not to scale Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units p...

Page 144: ...absorber B Transceiver Unit C Cabinet door D Ground cable E Ground cable Detail Note The drawing is not to scale Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Installing the Trans...

Page 145: ...B 143 Cable layout and interconnections Topics Read this first page 144 Cable plans page 145 Installing the MF90 cables page 154 Cable drawings and specifications page 164 Cable layout and interconne...

Page 146: ...provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the delivery The cables may also be included with third party items that are used with the MF90 system All electric installations and corresponding wiring m...

Page 147: ...Cable plans Topics Topside cable plan page 146 List of topside cables page 148 Sonar room cable plan page 150 List of sonar room cables page 151 Comments page 151 Options page 153 Cable layout and int...

Page 148: ...tified with an asterisk are system or commercial cables These cables are provided in the delivery or with the relevant item Cable numbers that are not used are spares for optional equipment and or fut...

Page 149: ...6671 B 147 Related topics Cable layout and interconnections page 143 Cable plans page 145 Installing the MF90 cables page 154 Cable drawings and specifications page 164 Cable layout and interconnectio...

Page 150: ...is cable is only used with Operating Panel Mk2 C6 DC Power cable Processor Unit Vessel DC power 2 x 6 mm2 C7 DC Power cable Processor Unit Power Supply Unit 2 x 6 mm2 C8 Ethernet cable Processor Unit...

Page 151: ...6671 B 149 Related topics Cable layout and interconnections page 143 Cable plans page 145 Installing the MF90 cables page 154 Cable drawings and specifications page 164 Cable layout and interconnectio...

Page 152: ...le Cables identified with an asterisk are system or commercial cables These cables are provided in the delivery or with the relevant item Cable numbers that are not used are spares for optional equipm...

Page 153: ...e power supply UPS Internal fans Heat exchanger 2 x 1 5 mm2 1 5 mm2 Ground C25 Not used C26 Ethernet cable Transceiver Unit Motor Control Unit This cable is included in the delivery C27 Transducer cab...

Page 154: ...cables between the sonar room and the bridge One cable is for operational use while the other is spare C9 Video cable This is a commercial cable The display cable is often physically attached to the...

Page 155: ...ifications page 164 Options Some optional equipment available for the MF90 system will affect the cable layout For the MF90 system no such options are relevant Related topics Cable layout and intercon...

Page 156: ...llation page 155 Installing the topside cables page 155 Installing the sonar room cables page 157 Processor Unit rear panel description HT20470 DC Version page 159 Operating Panel connectors Mk2 page...

Page 157: ...very In order to ease the access for maintenance purposes and to allow for vibration make sure that some slack is provided for each cable Note All electric installations and corresponding wiring must...

Page 158: ...y the installation shipyard 3 Connect the video cables from the Processor Unit to each display The display cable is often physically attached to the display and terminated in the computer end with a m...

Page 159: ...to the AC power outlet b Connect the power cable from the Transceiver Unit to the power outlet on the uninterruptible power supply UPS c Connect the power cable from the internal fans or heat exchang...

Page 160: ...n the Transceiver Unit Note This task is a part of the Setting to work procedures Related topics Cable layout and interconnections page 143 Cable plans page 145 Installing the MF90 cables page 154 Cab...

Page 161: ...rs The purpose of each Ethernet connector is predefined LAN1 Spare Not used LAN2 Ship network Use this socket if you want to connect your MF90 system to the ship s local area network LAN LAN3 Simrad C...

Page 162: ...ings contact your local dealer or distributor for advice You can also contact our support department COM5 This serial port is set up for RS232 communication This serial communication format is fixed a...

Page 163: ...ets supporting Wake up on USB are identified on the connector label On the illustration the sockets are identified with the following character M Related topics Cable layout and interconnections page...

Page 164: ...onnect the Operating Panel to the Processor Unit A AC Power cable B Ethernet cable C Not used Related topics Cable layout and interconnections page 143 Cable plans page 145 Installing the MF90 cables...

Page 165: ...rocessor Unit allows you to enable wake up on USB functionality Wake up on USB means that you can turn on the MF90 system by activating any USB device connected to a compatible USB port See the releva...

Page 166: ...Power supply connectors page 172 RJ45 High speed Ethernet cable From computer to transceiver page 173 Ethernet cable from Transceiver Unit to Motor Control Unit page 175 AC mains power cable 3 phase t...

Page 167: ...Unless otherwise specified this cable must be provided by the installation shipyard Note that this cable does not support all the signals in the standard RS 232 specification Minimum cable requirement...

Page 168: ...Unless otherwise specified this cable must be provided by the installation shipyard Note that this cable does not support all the signals in the standard RS 232 specification Minimum cable requirement...

Page 169: ...ols transmit receive synchronization Note that this cable does not support all the signals in the standard RS 232 specification Note This synchronization method can only be used with RS 232 communicat...

Page 170: ...nnector D Male 9 pin D Subminiature connector Unless otherwise specified this cable must be provided by the installation shipyard Minimum cable requirements Conductors 2 x 5 x 0 5 mm2 Screen Overall b...

Page 171: ...bminiature connectors The converter cable is supplied with the Processor Unit Manufacturer Moxa Manufacturer s website https www moxa com Unless otherwise specified this cable must be provided by the...

Page 172: ...s Adapter cable Pin RS 232 RS 422 RS 485 4 wire RS 485 2 wire 1 DCD TXD A TXD A 2 RxD TXD B TXD B 3 TxD RXD B RXD B Data B 4 DTR RXD A RXD A Data A 5 Ground Ground Ground Ground 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 Mi...

Page 173: ...This connection is specific for the HT20470 computer Pin Signal 1 Left channel 2 Left channel Ground 3 Right channel 4 Right channel Ground 5 9 Not used Minimum cable requirements Conductors 2 x 0 25...

Page 174: ...s Manufacturer Mean Well Manufacturer s website https www meanwell com Type designation SDR 240 24 Kongsberg Maritime part number 488156 Note This connection is specific for the HT20470 computer Conne...

Page 175: ...mum two Ethernet cables between the sonar room and the bridge One cable is for operational use while the other is spare The maximum length of the Ethernet cable is 100 meters Each end of the Ethernet...

Page 176: ...74 476671 B Related topics Cable layout and interconnections page 143 Cable plans page 145 Installing the MF90 cables page 154 Cable drawings and specifications page 164 Simrad MF90 Installation Manua...

Page 177: ...cable to the Transceiver Unit B Connect this end of the cable to the Motor Control Unit Specifications Length 10 m Part number 110 0002811 Minimum cable requirements Not applicable The cable is suppl...

Page 178: ...grounded in the cable gland Important The physical connections to the motor are made inside the terminal box on the motor To avoid serious damage to the hoisting motor and to ensure that the motor op...

Page 179: ...l circuit board is located in the lower right corner of the Motor Control Unit It is mounted upside down The following items and consumables are required Plug Phoenix Contact MCVW1 5 4 STF 3 81 Kongsb...

Page 180: ...optocoupler U2 will be opened and the suggested LED on pin 1 will be lit to indicate that the transducer is hoisted Minimum cable requirements Conductors 4 x 0 75 mm2 Screen Overall braided Voltage 60...

Page 181: ...uit board is located in the lower right corner of the Motor Control Unit It is mounted upside down The following items and consumables are required Plug Phoenix Contact MCVW1 5 4 STF 3 81 Kongsberg Ma...

Page 182: ...ve Control Unit is then activated Pin 6 is 24 VDC When activated this relay allows the gate valve to close U2 is open when the transducer is not fully retracted up this is anywhere between fully lower...

Page 183: ...rk device Ethernet cables are available commercially in different lengths colours and categories Normally CAT 5E and CAT 6 cables are used in local area networks with bandwidths exceeding 100 Mbit Min...

Page 184: ...er Out This signal is transmitted to the system that needs to be synchronized Trigger Out allows the system to transmit ping 2 Ground Mandatory This ground is connected to pin 5 inside the IO Module 3...

Page 185: ...must be provided by the installation shipyard Cable specifications Cable requirements may vary depending on the specific sonar you interface Please consult the installation manual of the equipment for...

Page 186: ...utput module and a solid state relay module Pin Signal Trigger Unit Signal description Screen Green Screen A Cable screen Input RTT B Ready to Transmit Ready to Transmit RTT is a return signal from th...

Page 187: ...t be provided by the installation shipyard If you need to install a very long cable increase the cross section Conductors 2 x 2 x 0 5 mm2 Screen Overall braided Voltage 60 V Maximum outer diameter Def...

Page 188: ...g each sensor in the vessel coordinate system page 251 Inserting the installation parameters page 259 Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices page 276 Configuring the MF90 system for normal op...

Page 189: ...do these tasks Note You must never turn on the MF90 system when the ship is in dry dock The transducer may be damaged if it transmits in open air It is therefore very important that the MF90 system re...

Page 190: ...s all the interface parameters that you have defined 7 Fill in and sign the Installation Remarks form and return it to Kongsberg Maritime Related topics Setting to work page 186 Inspecting the install...

Page 191: ...Prerequisites The MF90 system hardware units are installed as specified in this manual The MF90 system is turned off You need the following equipment Multimeter Context This test procedure is only ap...

Page 192: ...nd necessary photos so that corrective actions can be made 4 Make sure that the unit is firmly connected to ship s ground a The unit must be connected to the ship s ground with an earthing strap The s...

Page 193: ...at the computer is installed in the correct location and that it is suitably oriented for replacement and cabling 2 Make sure that the physical installation of the unit has been completed a Make sure...

Page 194: ...resistance between the unit and the ship s ground is approximately 0 zero 5 Make sure that cable installation has been completed a Make sure that all cables leading to and from the unit have been prop...

Page 195: ...ened properly 3 Make sure that the unit is not physically damaged and that the surfaces and paint work are clean without dents or scratches The physical handling during the installation may have cause...

Page 196: ...quired to verify that the unit has not been physically damaged during the installation Prerequisites The MF90 system hardware units are installed as specified in this manual You need the following tes...

Page 197: ...rely connected to the ship s ground with an earthing strap The strap must be in addition to any incidental electrical contact made by the mounting lugs on the unit b Use a standard multimeter to check...

Page 198: ...cer If a leak occurs the transducer must be replaced Procedure 1 Make sure that the hull unit is installed in the correct location and that it is suitably oriented for easy maintenance and replacement...

Page 199: ...d hoisted d Repeat the inspection of the transducer cables when the MF90 system is turned on and put to operational use 6 Make sure that the unit is firmly connected to ship s ground a Make sure that...

Page 200: ...corrosive attacks and subsequent failures to the electronic circuitry Prerequisites The following specific instruments are required for this task Thermometer Hygrometer Procedure 1 Make sure that the...

Page 201: ...e MF90 system is turned on Ambient temperature Relative humidity Related topics Setting to work page 186 Inspecting the installation of the MF90 system page 189 Making sure that all MF90 system cables...

Page 202: ...ons at each end of the cable are correct d Make sure that the cable is properly identified 2 Make sure that the transducer cables can move freely when the transducer is lowered and hoisted 3 If irregu...

Page 203: ...cer is hoisted for protection The hull unit is large and crucial part of the sonar system The hull unit is a mechanical construction It is mounted on the top of the installation trunk The installation...

Page 204: ...in arctic conditions It is important for them to prevent ice from damaging the transducer A gate valve is then added to the hull unit installation By means of a mechanical construction it shuts off th...

Page 205: ...0 page 13 System units page 20 Installing the hull unit page 99 Cable layout and interconnections page 143 Setting to work page 186 Technical specifications page 346 Drawing file page 364 Starting up...

Page 206: ...mounting flange The complete assembly is mounted on the top of the installation trunk The transducer is bolted to the bottom of the transducer shaft The transducer cables are placed inside the transd...

Page 207: ...tion of the Lower Limit Switch C Transducer cable with plug D Transducer shaft E Transducer shaft sleeve F Air release valve G Hoisting motor H Motor Control Unit I Gantry J Mounting flange K Installa...

Page 208: ...ing contactor K303 Phase watch relay L1 Yellow indicator light L2 Green indicator light S301 Motor protecting switch S302 Hoist lower switch S303 Hand crank with safety switch P302 Connector for hull...

Page 209: ...recommend that all tools are demagnetized to protect your equipment Context High voltages are used This equipment must be serviced only by qualified personnel familiar with high voltage equipment and...

Page 210: ...e provided in various sizes We recommend that all tools are demagnetized to protect your equipment Context The hoisting motor is mounted vertically at the top of the gantry The upper part of the motor...

Page 211: ...lose the circuit breaker for the 3 phase AC voltage Result Requirements Results The electrical connections to the hoisting motor are made in accordance with the supplied 3 phase AC voltage Date and si...

Page 212: ...mmend that all tools are demagnetized to protect your equipment Multimeter Context Terminal block E301 is located at the bottom of the Motor Control Unit The three AC mains power cables as well as gro...

Page 213: ...201 Venting the transducer shaft sleeve The hull unit was lubricated as a part of the production process It was thus provided fully lubricated when delivered to the vessel Additional lubrication of th...

Page 214: ...respect to the motor s rotational direction Prerequisites The MF90 system is turned off The circuit breaker for the 3 phase AC power is closed AC power is connected You must be equipped with a standar...

Page 215: ...303 is lit 4 If the LED is not lit a To disconnect power disengage the circuit breaker for the 3 phase AC voltage b Locate terminal block E301 at the bottom of the Motor Control Unit c Reverse two of...

Page 216: ...ped 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 so...

Page 217: ...Make sure that Hoisting Contactor K301 is not activated If Hoisting Contactor K301 is activated a Locate the Upper Limit Switch It is placed inside the top of the gantry b Press the Upper Limit Switch...

Page 218: ...ites must be met The MF90 system is turned off The circuit breaker for the 3 phase AC power is closed AC power is connected The transducer is in its upper position with the Upper Limit Switch S304 act...

Page 219: ...raining direction of the hoisting motor by very briefly pressing the Hand Crank Safety Switch S303 7 If the transducer was hoisted a To disconnect power disengage the circuit breaker for the 3 phase A...

Page 220: ...can be stopped in any position by setting the Hoist Lower Switch to STOP 14 Repeat the hoist and lower operations to find the best way of securing the transducer cable 15 Locate the Hoist Lower Switc...

Page 221: ...ial start up Once the visual inspections have been finalized and the hull unit has been started you can turn on the entire MF90 system for the first time Prerequisites Before you can set the MF90 syst...

Page 222: ...how far down the transducer shall travel when you select Middle position Note The Mk3 Operating Panel does not support a middle position for the transducer 8 Start the entire MF90 system Related topi...

Page 223: ...ower provided b If necessary Measure the voltage 2 Make sure that the circuit breaker on the power circuit can handle the load when the MF90 system is turned on 3 If relevant Make sure that the uninte...

Page 224: ...familiar with high voltage equipment and the potential hazards involved Failure to observe this precaution could result in bodily injury You may be exposed to electric shock Read and understand the a...

Page 225: ...transducer must be submerged in water before you can start transmitting pinging with the MF90 system Caution You must never permit the MF90 system to transmit ping when the ship is in dry dock The tra...

Page 226: ...ted topics Setting to work page 186 Initial start up page 219 Installing the operating software A dedicated wizard is used to install the software The Processor Unit is shipped without the MF90 softwa...

Page 227: ...ockets on the Processor Unit b Insert the USB flash drive 4 Install the operating software a From the Windows Start button right click to open File Explorer b Locate the executable setup file exe c Co...

Page 228: ...site or contact our support department directly Note Once you receive your software license string s do not lose them We suggest that you copy the information into a text file for example Notepad and...

Page 229: ...the Software License page 6 Select Type License String and type the license string into the dialog box If you do not have a computer keyboard connected to your MF90 system select the Keyboard button t...

Page 230: ...o not retract the transducer to its upper position To prevent serious damage to the vessel or the vessel stability you must have a water pump and a warning system in the sonar room Procedure 1 Open th...

Page 231: ...of hitting bottom However placing the transducer immediately under the hull may increase the flow noise Caution If the transducer hits larger objects or bottom the transducer shaft may be bent or in w...

Page 232: ...ure that the upper limit of the Tx Inhibit Hull Unit Position does not exceed the middle position c Adjust the setting if it is necessary d At the bottom of the page select Apply to save your settings...

Page 233: ...g Panel Topics Setting up the Operating Panel Mk2 page 231 Using more than one Operating Panel to control the sonar Mk2 page 235 Using a single Operating Panel to control more than one sonar Mk2 page...

Page 234: ...fails to establish contact with the Processor Unit it will time out and switch itself off after two minutes When this happens the blue indicator light stops flashing Procedure If required locate the...

Page 235: ...socket on the rear side of the Processor Unit ETH1 c Connect the keyboard and the mouse to USB sockets on the Processor Unit d On the Processor Unit close any programs that are running and return to...

Page 236: ...Make sure that the blue indicator is lit and check that you can move the cursor on the screen b On the Processor Unit desktop double click the MF90 icon to start the program Wait until the MF90 system...

Page 237: ...s required Ethernet cables It is very important that high quality Ethernet cables are used You must use Cat 5e STP Shielded Twisted Pair quality or better Neither tools nor instruments are required Co...

Page 238: ...C power outlet f Do not connect the Operating Panel to the Ethernet switch Ethernet cables Tip An Ethernet switch connected to ETH1 on the rear side of the Processor Unit can also be used to interface...

Page 239: ...will loose contact with the configuration page g To re establish contact use the following URL in your browser 157 237 60 xx 5000 h Select Sonar PCs Configuration on the top menu to open the page i M...

Page 240: ...o the relevant box l Obtain the MAC address m Type or copy the MAC address into the relevant box n Select ADD Sonar PC o Observe that your Processor Unit is added to the list p Close the web browser 4...

Page 241: ...switch has a large bandwidth capacity Minimum 1 Gb 1000BASE T is required Ethernet cables It is very important that high quality Ethernet cables are used You must use Cat 5e STP Shielded Twisted Pair...

Page 242: ...computer ETH1 b Connect each Processor Unit to the same Ethernet switch Make sure that you use the correct Ethernet socket on the rear side of the computer ETH1 c Connect the power cable from the Eth...

Page 243: ...n the ETH1 Ethernet adapter in the Processor Unit The IP and MAC addresses for your Processor Unit are contained in a text file named IPandMACaddress txt If the text file is missing you must find the...

Page 244: ...the relevant box d Select ADD Sonar PC e Observe that your Processor Unit is added to the list f Close the web browser 5 Make sure that the Operating Panel is functional a Make sure that the blue ind...

Page 245: ...ged if it transmits in open air In order to turn on the MF90 system for the first time in a controlled manner two tasks must be done simultaneously Two persons are needed One person must stay on the b...

Page 246: ...r room are done in the sonar room The steps marked Bridge are done on the bridge Procedure 1 Make sure that all Ethernet cables are connected 2 Make sure that the transceiver plug has been firmly conn...

Page 247: ...e blue indicator light is lit permanently Wait while the operating system and MF90 program is loaded and started Both the Processor Unit and the Transceiver Unit are turned on automatically c Once the...

Page 248: ...m f Make sure that echoes on the display presentation appear stronger g Sonar room If possible verify that the sound of the transmit pulse is louder h Set Tx Power to Maximum i Make sure that echoes o...

Page 249: ...ING High voltages are used This equipment must be serviced only by qualified personnel familiar with high voltage equipment and the potential hazards involved Failure to observe this precaution could...

Page 250: ...cal If the LEDs on one board act suspicious related to the other boards you may have an error d If possible verify that you can hear the sound of the transmit pulse from the transducer e Bridge Set Tx...

Page 251: ...press Power and keep it depressed for a few seconds The blue indicator light in the button flashes while the Operating Panel establishes contact with the Processor Unit When the connection has been ma...

Page 252: ...Alternatively use the Hull Unit function on the top bar to lower the transducer 8 At the bottom of the Main menu observe that the Operation icon is flashing The icon is flashing to indicate that even...

Page 253: ...urveying Why is this important When a sensor makes a measurement the information is always related to the physical position of the sensor This introduces an error since this is not the physical locati...

Page 254: ...system meet All physical locations of the vessel s sensors radar and positioning system antennas echo sounder and sonar transducers motion reference units etc are referenced to the origin Define the v...

Page 255: ...sional surveying All measurements must be made after the installation of the transducer and the navigation sensors Procedure 1 Define the vessel coordinate system 2 Define the location of the origin i...

Page 256: ...he location of the vessel s official origin has been defined by the designer or shipyard This origin is normally identified with a physical marking and also shown on the vessel drawings In this exampl...

Page 257: ...have found for X Y and Z into the Transducer page when you install the transducer in the MF90 user interface 3 Measure the physical location of the global positioning system GPS antenna There are two...

Page 258: ...l distance in parallel with the X axis from the origin to the vertical line This is the X value The value is positive because the sensor is located in front of the origin d Measure the horizontal dist...

Page 259: ...the longitudinal direction of the vessel and in parallel with the deck A positive value for X means that a sensor or a reference point is located ahead of the reference point origin B The Y axis is t...

Page 260: ...horizontal distances from a single reference point the origin The physical location of the motion reference unit MRU is often the most important sensor to define For many systems the vessel heading i...

Page 261: ...essel and you wish each of them to provide accurate data you need to know their relative physical positions To do this you must establish one or more common reference points This reference point is al...

Page 262: ...between the physical locations of the various sensors and the transducer All relevant system units and sensors must be defined with their physical offset values in relation to the defined Ship Origin...

Page 263: ...on reference unit MRU This will minimize the vectors when your vessel is moving Use the vessel drawings to establish the offset values between the basic position of the Ship Origin and the MRU locatio...

Page 264: ...onsult the vessel drawings Do this as accurately as possible 7 At the bottom of the page select Apply to save your settings 8 Continue your work in the Installation dialog box or select OK to close it...

Page 265: ...ong bearing Prerequisites Illustration MF90 1 0 transducer mark 2 Forward label 3 Mechanical support brackets Due to its height and weight the hull unit gantry must be secured to the bulkhead by means...

Page 266: ...ndent of the hull unit orientation the alignment is always defined as The angle measured from the bow to the 0 transducer mark The 0 transducer mark is located outermost on the mounting flange and it...

Page 267: ...next to Installation Parameters Observe that a menu opens with access to all the individual pages 4 Select Transducer to open the page 5 Insert the relevant offset values Do this as accurately as poss...

Page 268: ...If the alignment angle is 120 degrees on the port side insert 120 degrees If the alignment angle is 15 degrees on the starboard side insert 15 degrees 7 At the bottom of the page select Apply to save...

Page 269: ...ive to the reference point origin The relevant offset values can normally be taken from the vessel drawings Rotation The values for rotation around the X Y and Z axis are used to compensate for any mi...

Page 270: ...ontains a number of pages selected from the menu on the left side 3 On the left side of the Installation dialog box select the small white triangle next to Installation Parameters Observe that a menu...

Page 271: ...orted into the MF90 system to increase the accuracy of the echo data Correct values for motion sensor rotation are critical for the sonar performance The MF90 system is provided with a built in motion...

Page 272: ...erence for the built in sensor is always related to the gantry If the hoist lower motor does not point aft on or parallel to the vessel s centre line the built in motion sensor offset must be defined...

Page 273: ...box contains a number of pages selected from the menu on the left side 3 On the left side of the Installation dialog box select the small white triangle next to Installation Parameters Observe that a...

Page 274: ...ur MF90 system Prerequisites Note Before you do this task you must adjust the installation offset of the motion sensor The MF90 system hardware units are installed as specified in this manual The exte...

Page 275: ...ror will of course be more visible on longer ranges Note Do not confuse stabilization offset with installation offset The installation offset values describe the physical location and orientation of a...

Page 276: ...ct OK to save the selected settings and close the dialog box 4 Enable the input from the external motion sensor a On the Setup menu select Installation b On the left side of the Installation dialog bo...

Page 277: ...cs Setting to work page 186 Inserting the installation parameters page 259 Inserting the installation parameters for the motion reference unit MRU page 266 Adjusting the built in motion sensor offset...

Page 278: ...position To set up the communication parameters on the serial and LAN ports use the I O Setup page To select which sensors to install use the Sensor Installation page The Sensor Configuration page al...

Page 279: ...ensor Configuration h Define the priority of the datagrams and set up relevant configuration parameters i At the bottom of the page select Apply to save your settings 4 Repeat for each sensor interfac...

Page 280: ...allation 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 Procedure 1 Open the Setup menu 2 On the Setup menu...

Page 281: ...sor Installation page Your current position is shown on the top bar if you have enabled this in the Display Options dialog box Prerequisites This procedure assumes that You have a vacant interface por...

Page 282: ...e latency They may also introduce jitter in the communication The amount of jitter depends on the quality of the converter 2 Open the Setup menu 3 On the Setup menu select Installation Observe that th...

Page 283: ...Origin Adjust with a positive value for X if the sensor is located ahead of the ship origin b Select the offset value on the Y axis athwartship from the Ship Origin Adjust with a positive value for Y...

Page 284: ...ly The new sensor is physically connected to the MF90 system using a serial or network cable The sensor is turned on and in normal operation Neither tools nor instruments are required Context Note The...

Page 285: ...the menu on the left side 4 On the left side of the Installation dialog box select Sensor Installation 5 For Sensor Type select Speed Log to import information from a global positioning system 6 Selec...

Page 286: ...gyro In most cases a suitable course gyro is already installed on the vessel A global positioning system GPS with a compatible output format can also be used To select which sensors to install use the...

Page 287: ...re 1 Connect the gyro or other heading sensor to an available communication port on your computer This is described in the Cable layout and interconnections chapter Observe the applicable requirements...

Page 288: ...ined as an offset to the Ship Origin in the coordinate system to maximize performance These offset values are all required to allow the MF90 system to give you as accurate information as possible The...

Page 289: ...et up with the correct communication parameters The input from the navigation sensor is defined in the user interface The relevant interface parameters and physical location properties for the sensor...

Page 290: ...ed Information is imported from the sensor at the top of the list If the sensor fails to provide information for more than 20 seconds data from the next sensor is used With Auto disabled the priority...

Page 291: ...s physically connected to the MF90 system using a serial or network cable The sensor is turned on and in normal operation Neither tools nor instruments are required Context The motion reference unit M...

Page 292: ...he Processor Unit are listed c If you have a vacant COM port select it then select Remove to delete it from the list d At the bottom of the page select Apply to save your settings e Close the Installa...

Page 293: ...ion port to use for the synchronization interface and you must select the requested synchronization mode Prerequisites This procedure assumes that The vessel is berthed or at sea You have an RS2 232 i...

Page 294: ...lated to cabling Make sure that the total length of the serial line cable does not exceed approximately 50 meters If a longer cable is required you may need to use buffer amplifiers If the computer is...

Page 295: ...unavailable if you set Synchronization Port to Transceiver Auxiliary Port Slave The Slave mode is used if the MF90 system shall transmit only when permitted by a peripheral system When the Slave mode...

Page 296: ...eral devices page 276 Setting up input from buoys fish aggregating devices and other external objects Position information from external objects such as buoys fish aggregating devices and other simila...

Page 297: ...troduce some latency They may also introduce jitter in the communication The amount of jitter depends on the quality of the converter 2 Open the Setup menu 3 On the Setup menu select Installation Obse...

Page 298: ...ined The sensor interface is added to the Installed Sensors list on the Sensor Installation page 13 At the bottom of the dialog box select Apply to save your settings 14 Continue your work in the Inst...

Page 299: ...urements are used Context The user interface presents many measurements These measurements are for example related to depth range and distance Use the Units options to select the units of measurements...

Page 300: ...nal requirements Context The System Protection page allows you to specify alarm limits for the hull unit and the transducer Additional system protection features are also listed These function are aut...

Page 301: ...interface Tx Inhibit Power The high voltage supplied to the transceiver boards is monitored You are not permitted to change the alarm limits If this voltage differs from the defined tolerances alarm...

Page 302: ...nges to these settings 5 At the bottom of the page select Apply to save your settings 6 Continue your work in the Installation dialog box or select OK to close it Related topics Configuring the MF90 s...

Page 303: ...e button to open it for access to the available options 4 Select File Setup to open the dialog box 5 On the Directory page select Browse to choose a folder for the data files The data files will norma...

Page 304: ...to present accurate echo data Use the Environment parameters to define these values Depending on the current sea and weather conditions you may need to change these values frequently Context In order...

Page 305: ...in the user interface are changed to the selected language The context sensitive on line help may also be available in your language To change the language in the on line help you may need to restart...

Page 306: ...the new setting 4 Type a name Tip If you do not have a computer keyboard connected to your MF90 system select the Keyboard button to open an on screen keyboard 5 Select OK to save the chosen name 6 O...

Page 307: ...ss to key functionality All the functionality provided by the MF90 system can be accessed using the trackball on the Operating Panel and the menu system shown in the display presentation The MF90 syst...

Page 308: ...gs These settings can be related to different operations environmental conditions or basic personal preferences You can use different settings to create as many user profiles as you like and give them...

Page 309: ...more time to restore the original font size Procedure 1 Open the Setup menu 2 On the Setup menu select Installation Observe that the Installation menu opens This dialog box contains a number of pages...

Page 310: ...e following functions can be assigned Horizontal Range This is the range setting in the Horizontal view Vertical Range This is the range setting in the Vertical view Inspection Range This is the range...

Page 311: ...switch The following functions can be assigned None No specific functionality is assigned Auto Tilt This is an on off function When Auto Tilt mode is activated the beam will automatically change its...

Page 312: ...and save the echo presentation as a video file Each screen recording you make is saved in mp4 format on the Processor Unit hard disk The file name reflects the current date and time Select Screen Rec...

Page 313: ...ngle for each transmission ping The centre of the tilt sector is defined by the chosen tilt angle just before the Auto Tilt mode is started The chosen tilt sector is shown on the tilt indicator in the...

Page 314: ...is saved in mp4 format on the Processor Unit hard disk The file name reflects the current date and time Select Screen Recording to start and stop the recording from the Operating Panel Use the Screen...

Page 315: ...om of the page select Apply to save your settings 7 Continue your work in the Installation dialog box or select OK to close it Related topics Defining the user selected features on the Operating Panel...

Page 316: ...the MF90 system is put to operational use To test the lower and hoist functionality two tasks must be done at the same time Two persons are needed One person must stay on the bridge in order to opera...

Page 317: ...text Certain steps in the procedures are location specific The steps marked Sonar room are done in the sonar room Procedure 1 Make sure that you have sufficient water depth below the keel before you l...

Page 318: ...Panel press Down While the transducer is moving the indicator lamp flashes and an audible signal is sounded When the requested position has been reached the indicator lamp is lit and the audible sign...

Page 319: ...room When the transducer shaft stops verify that the correct upper position has been reached 9 Repeat the test using the Hull Unit Control dialog box on the top bar 10 Notify the sonar room that the...

Page 320: ...tion has been reached 5 Bridge Hoist the transducer to its middle position a Make sure that the transducer can be hoisted without complications or obstacles b When the transducer shaft stops make sure...

Page 321: ...MF90 system is in Normal mode but TX Power is set to Off to prevent transmissions The transducer is retracted to its upper position The vessel is berthed or at sea Caution You must never set the MF90...

Page 322: ...nu select User Settings b Observe the Factory Settings list c Select the setting you want to use d Select Activate Selected Setting e Select OK to apply your changes and close the User Settings dialog...

Page 323: ...t compare the rectangles When operating the MF90 system in port the colours will be less homogeneous due to the environmental noise and the shallow depth During normal operation at sea the colours wil...

Page 324: ...range If any weak elements are detected record these in the result table 10 Make sure there are no black lines in the transmission and reception sample range A black line indicates an unserviceable t...

Page 325: ...Power is set to Off to prevent transmissions The transducer is retracted to its upper position Neither tools nor instruments are required In order to do this test the ship must be silent The water mu...

Page 326: ...log box 4 At the bottom of the display presentation select a suitable presentation mode and activate the Horizontal view 5 Make the following preparations a On the Main menu Set Range to 1500 m b On t...

Page 327: ...dividual transducer elements Any errors are then easily detected Prerequisites The MF90 system hardware units are installed as specified in this manual The MF90 system is turned on and operates normal...

Page 328: ...stigation is required Blue A device monitored by the diagnostic system is disabled Grey No information is available Note The Diagnostics dialog box and functionality is only provided for performance m...

Page 329: ...ons Select a transceiver board to highlight the elements that are physically connected to the board 8 Select Reception Test to start an automatic test of the individual transducer elements The recepti...

Page 330: ...test With the vessel in port the environmental conditions are not satisfactory In the shallow waters of the port noise from other vessels dockyard workers or machinery will cause unreliable test resul...

Page 331: ...be met The water must be as deep as possible Recommended minimum depth is 100 metres There must be no other vessels in the vicinity As much machinery as possible must be turned off It is particularly...

Page 332: ...value from the noise circle Use the mean value of the readouts at 0 degrees straight up Procedure 1 Make sure that you have sufficient water depth below the keel before you lower the transducer 2 Lowe...

Page 333: ...ise circle d Record the values in the result table e Repeat for every 2 kHz up to and including the highest test frequency 85 kHz 1 Increase the operating frequency with 2 KHz 2 Read the noise value f...

Page 334: ...16 18 20 Sea state Water depth Use this table to record the values Print it out and make multiple copies Alternatively you can type the values straight into a spreadsheet Requirements Results A noise...

Page 335: ...p image is a very useful feature It allows you to create and save a complete copy of all the files on the Processor Unit Once a backup image exist you can use it to restore the entire content of the h...

Page 336: ...ware used is Acronis True Image The software is installed on the Processor Unit It is also copied onto the USB flash drive that is provided with the MF90 system Prerequisites The following items are r...

Page 337: ...e C disk b Select OK 5 Select Custom destination a Select Browse b Define the location of the backup files Place the backup files on the D drive Note Do not place the backup files on the C drive c Sel...

Page 338: ...USB flash drive It must be formatted as a bootable device by the Acronis True Image program If you want to use the USB flash drive for the backup files it must have the necessary storage capacity We...

Page 339: ...tion to select boot device 3 Press 1 on the keyboard to start the Acronis True Image program 4 On the left menu select Back Up and then Disk and Partition Backup 5 On page Partitions to back up observ...

Page 340: ...made if the following criteria are met intro A valid backup created by the Acronis True Image desktop application exists The backup is accessible on an internal or external hard disk Context The desk...

Page 341: ...d is the user interface If necessary Select Add backup This function searches the system to find all available backups 4 On the left side select the backup you want to use 5 Select Recover disks 6 On...

Page 342: ...tions necessary for the restore b Observe the progress c Select Shut down the computer when the operation is completed if you want this to happen d Observe that the computer boots and starts the opera...

Page 343: ...or Unit from a generic image you must change the Windows license and then activate it before you can use the MF90 You must also reinstall the MF90 system software We recommend that you use the backup...

Page 344: ...b Select Next 7 On page Choose recovery method a Select Recover whole disks and partitions b Select Next 8 On page Select items to recover a Select Disk 1 to include all the backup files b Select Nex...

Page 345: ...sh drive you will need the actual device We strongly recommend that you use a high capacity and high speed USB flash drive Avoid typical give away USB flash drives and commercial low budget types Note...

Page 346: ...drive that you have inserted d Observe the summary information e Select Proceed f Wait while the USB flash drive is made bootable A message is shown when the process is finished 4 Close the Acronis T...

Page 347: ...installation has been fully completed and all functional tests have been made to full satisfaction representatives from each party must sign Vessel Customer Place and date Comments Signatures Installa...

Page 348: ...al specifications page 347 Performance specifications page 347 Power requirements page 352 Weights and outline dimensions page 355 Environmental requirements page 358 Compass safe distance page 361 Mi...

Page 349: ...ance specifications These performance specifications summarize the main functional and operational characteristics of the MF90 system Operating frequency Start frequency 75 kHz End frequency 85 kHz Fr...

Page 350: ...um 360 degrees Omnidirectional Other options 30 60 90 120 180 degrees Vertical swath Maximum Normal Other options Narrow Plane swath Maximum 180 degrees Other options 30 60 90 120 degrees Vertical TX...

Page 351: ...use a large display with resolution 1920 x 1080 Colours A selection of echo colours is available to fit your presentation preferences Each selection represents a dedicated colour scale Palettes A choi...

Page 352: ...operation Menu languages The text in the menu buttons in the user interface can be provided in several different languages With a few exceptions the chosen language is also used for all other texts Hu...

Page 353: ...476671 B 351 Number of individual elements 480 Related topics Technical specifications page 346 Technical specifications...

Page 354: ...f the MF90 scope of supply It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime For more information refer to the end user documentation provided by the manufacturer Related topics Technical specifications pa...

Page 355: ...covery time 3 s Power consumption 600 VA Approximately Related topics Technical specifications page 346 Power requirements page 352 Hull Unit power requirements Make MF90 Hull Unit Model All models Vo...

Page 356: ...ich indicates the instantaneous tripping current That is the minimum value of current that causes the circuit breaker to trip without intentional time delay In general terms the C type circuit breaker...

Page 357: ...356 Display weight and outline dimensions Not applicable The display is not a part of the MF90 scope of supply It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime For more information refer to the end user d...

Page 358: ...nsions Make and model MF90 Transceiver Unit Outline dimensions Depth 551 mm With shock absorbers Width 600 mm Without the large transceiver plug Height 777 mm With shock absorbers Weight 65 kg Approxi...

Page 359: ...e diameter 760 mm Number of holes in the flange 24 Total height 3018 mm Height above the installation trunk 3753 mm Weight 910 kg Approximately Related topics Technical specifications page 346 Weights...

Page 360: ...nmental requirements Not applicable The display is not a part of the MF90 scope of supply It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime For more information refer to the end user documentation provided...

Page 361: ...s Make and model MF90 Transceiver Unit Operating temperature Without heat exchanger 0 to 40 C With heat exchanger 0 to 50 C Storage temperature 40 to 70 C Relative humidity 5 to 95 relative non conden...

Page 362: ...360 476671 B Related topics Technical specifications page 346 Environmental requirements page 358 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 363: ...safe distance Not applicable The display is not a part of the MF90 scope of supply It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime For more information refer to the end user documentation provided by th...

Page 364: ...d topics Technical specifications page 346 Compass safe distance page 361 Hull Unit compass safe distance Make MF90 Hull Unit Compass safe distance Not applicable The unit is not located on the bridge...

Page 365: ...s The visual quality of the presentation depends on the quality of your graphic adapter and display We recommend that you use a large display with resolution 1920 x 1080 or 1920 x 1200 Video interface...

Page 366: ...89 Operating Panel cut out drawing Mk2 page 378 439594 Operating Panel adapter plate Mk2 page 379 476352 Operating Panel dimensions Mk3 page 381 489166 Hull Unit dimensions MF90 page 384 489167 Hull U...

Page 367: ...nloaded from our website www kongsberg com simrad Some drawings and documents are not available from our website These can be downloaded from the Simrad Dealer Club www kongsberg com sdc The installat...

Page 368: ...366 476671 B 494024 Processor Unit outline dimensions HT20470 DC Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 369: ...476671 B 367 Drawing file...

Page 370: ...368 476671 B Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 371: ...476671 B 369 494025 Processor Unit outline dimensions HT20470 AC Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Drawing file...

Page 372: ...370 476671 B Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 373: ...476671 B 371 Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Drawing file...

Page 374: ...372 476671 B 493234 Transceiver dimensions Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 375: ...476671 B 373 Drawing file...

Page 376: ...374 476671 B Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 377: ...476671 B 375 443179 Operating Panel dimensions Mk2 Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Drawing file...

Page 378: ...376 476671 B Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 379: ...476671 B 377 Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Drawing file...

Page 380: ...ting Panel cut out drawing Mk2 Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Simrad...

Page 381: ...476671 B 379 439594 Operating Panel adapter plate Mk2 Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Drawing file...

Page 382: ...380 476671 B Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 383: ...476671 B 381 476352 Operating Panel dimensions Mk3 Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Drawing file...

Page 384: ...382 476671 B Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 385: ...476671 B 383 Related topics Installing the MF90 system hardware units page 126 Drawing file page 364 Drawing file...

Page 386: ...384 476671 B 489166 Hull Unit dimensions MF90 Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 387: ...476671 B 385 Drawing file...

Page 388: ...386 476671 B Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Drawing file page 364 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 389: ...476671 B 387 489167 Hull Unit dimensions MF94 Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Drawing file...

Page 390: ...388 476671 B Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 391: ...476671 B 389 Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Drawing file page 364 Drawing file...

Page 392: ...390 476671 B 402509 Installation trunk dimensions Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 393: ...476671 B 391 Drawing file...

Page 394: ...392 476671 B Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Drawing file page 364 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 395: ...476671 B 393 427176 Installation trunk dimensions Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Drawing file...

Page 396: ...394 476671 B Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Drawing file page 364 Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 397: ...476671 B 395 434524 Installation trunk dimensions Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Drawing file...

Page 398: ...396 476671 B Simrad MF90 Installation Manual...

Page 399: ...476671 B 397 Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Drawing file page 364 Drawing file...

Page 400: ...051344 Blind flange dimensions 370 mm Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Drawing file page 364 Simrad MF90 Instal...

Page 401: ...71 B 399 207485 Blind flange dimensions 760 mm Download the source drawing from our website https www kongsberg com mf90 Related topics Installing the hull unit page 99 Drawing file page 364 Drawing f...

Page 402: ...rsonnel must be trained in relevant installation and maintenance work Personal protection Installation personnel must wear suitable work clothes The work clothes must not contain sufficient static to...

Page 403: ...ar a hard hat and suitable protective footwear while handling heavy objects Cables Each electric cable must be handled carefully This is important to avoid damage to the cable This is also important t...

Page 404: ...ndard is NMEA 0183 The National Marine Electronics Association describes it as follows The NMEA 0183 Interface Standard defines electrical signal requirements data transmission protocol and time and s...

Page 405: ...g the desktop application 334 creating a bootable USB flash drive 343 description 333 restoring from a backup image using the boot application 340 restoring from a backup image using the desktop appli...

Page 406: ...ation sonar room 157 installation topside 155 Making sure that all MF90 system cables are properly connected 199 requirements 36 sonar room 151 topside 148 CAT5 Ethernet cable 173 181 CAT5E Ethernet c...

Page 407: ...utput 171 Operating Panel Mk3 163 serial adapter 169 connectors computer 159 Operating Panel 162 power supply 172 Processor Unit 159 considerations hull unit location and noise 55 consumables Tools eq...

Page 408: ...al surveying description 251 Surveying the transducer and the navigation sensors 253 dimensions blind flange 398 399 computer 366 369 display 355 HT20470 AC version 369 HT20470 DC version 366 Hull Uni...

Page 409: ...ile and folder settings for data recording 301 Finalizing the cable connections 224 fish aggregating device FAD Setting up input from buoys fish aggregating devices and other external objects 294 floo...

Page 410: ...119 Finalizing the cable connections 224 Initial safety check of the Motor Control Unit 207 Inserting the installation parameters for the motion reference unit MRU 266 Inserting the ship origin and d...

Page 411: ...de view off keel with blister 107 108 Hull unit installation example Side view on keel 106 Hull unit installation example Top view 104 hull unit MF90 outline dimensions 384 hull unit MF94 dimensions 3...

Page 412: ...285 interfacing a navigation sensor summary 276 interfacing a speed log Sensor Installation page 282 interference acoustic noise 72 electrical noise 71 73 internet network security 38 introduction com...

Page 413: ...nnections 177 safety check 207 mounting hull unit 113 116 installation trunk 93 installation trunk adapter 92 support brackets 119 mounting brackets Transceiver unit 140 141 Mounting the hull unit on...

Page 414: ...Operating Panel Mk2 352 Operating Panel Mk3 353 transceiver 353 Transceiver Unit 353 operational requirements Basic requirements for the location of bridge units 56 optional item Global Positioning Sy...

Page 415: ...s for the motion reference unit MRU 266 Inserting the ship origin and dimensions 260 Inspecting the transducer 122 installing navigation and other sensors summary 276 Installing the display 129 Instal...

Page 416: ...consumables required for installation 48 requirements ac mains power 352 classification society approval 38 compass deviation 37 dry docking 38 mains power 352 Noise sources 37 personnel qualification...

Page 417: ...setting to work summary 187 Setting to work summary 187 setting up Operating Panel 235 239 Setting up the alarm limits for system protection 298 Setting up the input from a motion reference unit MRU 2...

Page 418: ...ting to work 187 Summary of initial start up 219 supply power requirements 35 352 supply voltage display 352 Hull Unit 353 Operating Panel Mk2 352 Operating Panel Mk3 353 requirements 35 transceiver 3...

Page 419: ...0 system for the first time summary 219 U uninterruptible power supply description 30 required item 30 requirements 35 scope of supply 30 units selecting measurement units 297 unpacking hull unit 111...

Page 420: ...watertight integrity sonar room 63 website document downloads 11 online information 11 weight display 355 Hull Unit 356 Operating Panel Mk2 355 Operating Panel Mk3 356 transceiver 356 Transceiver Uni...

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