Simrad WBT Mini, Instruction Manual

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Installing transceiver channels
In order to use the WBT Mini, the EK80 PC must be connected to one or more WBT Mini
transceivers, and each of them must in turn be connected to one or more transducers. Each
channel must be installed before it can be put to use. In this context, the phrase
channel is
used as a common term to identify the combination of transceiver, transducer and operating
frequency.
Prerequisites
It is assumed that the EK80 software has been installed, and that all relevant license strings
have been applied. The WBT Mini is installed as specified in this manual.
• All cables are connected and tested.
• Each transceiver is powered up.
• The software license for each transceiver is installed and activated.
• The Ethernet adapter in the PC is set up with a unique IP address.
• All relevant transducers are installed using the
Transducer
page.
Context
The
Transceiver Installation
parameters control the installation and disconnection of
transceivers. Every time the page is opened, the EK80 software automatically performs a
search on the Ethernet network for transceivers.
The list in the upper part on the
Transceiver Installation
page shows you an overview of the
transceivers and channels that are currently available. In this context, the phrase channel is
used as a common term to identify the combination of transceiver, transducer and operating
frequency. Each channel is identified by the transceiver type and serial number and the
transducer(s) in use. The current status for each channel is also provided.
•
Busy
: The channel is already in use, probably by another echo sounder on the same
network. You cannot connect to this channel.
•
Installed
: This channel is connected to your EK80 system.
•
Lost
: This channel cannot be used.
•
Available
: This channel is vacant and ready for use.
Note
When you work in the
Installation
dialog box, you must always select
Apply
to the changes
made on a page. You must do this before you continue your work on a different page.
Using the WBT Mini in EK80 mode