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User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6
(and Variants)

UM-8300-Compatt 6

Issue B3

3. A pdf test report will now be created and saved in the designated location. The report will list all

information provided on the 6G Setup tab. A tick and pass will appear alongside all the tests to
indicate the transponder has passed all the tests.

Figure 9–8 Transponder Test Report pdf

Section 9 – Functional Test

Summary of Contents for UM-8300-Compatt 6

Page 1: ...mpatt 6 and Variants Issue B Rev 3 Date of Issue 24th April 2019 Sonardyne International Limited Blackbushe Business Park Yateley Hampshire GU46 6GD United Kingdom 920 0026 T 44 0 1252 872288 F 44 0 1252 876100 E support sonardyne com www sonardyne com ...

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Page 3: ...mediately during office hours and are responded to within 30 minutes at all other times Please note the helpline is for emergency use only If you require NON EMERGENCY product support please contact your nearest Sonardyne office Alternatively contact the Sonardyne Head Office Sonardyne International Ltd Blackbushe Business Park Yateley Hampshire GU46 6GD United Kingdom Telephone 44 0 1252 872288 F...

Page 4: ... 7 3 3 Type 8300 Variants 7 3 3 1 Dynamic Positioning Transponder 6 Type 8301 7 3 3 2 Pressure Inverted Echo Sounder Type 8302 8 3 3 3 Autonomous Monitoring Transponder Type 8305 8 3 3 4 Modem 6 Transponder Type 8307 9 3 3 5 Sensor Logging Transponder Type 8308 9 3 4 Housing Labelling 10 3 4 1 Top Label 10 3 4 2 Bottom Label 10 3 5 Endcaps 12 3 5 1 Transducer Endcap 12 3 5 2 Sensor Endcap 13 3 6 C...

Page 5: ...rom the Water 30 8 3 Cleaning 30 8 4 Inspection 30 8 5 Lubrication 31 8 5 1 Subconn Connectors 31 8 5 2 Endcap O Rings 31 8 6 Scheduled Maintenance and Recalibration 32 8 6 1 Pressure Sensor Oil Top Up 33 8 6 2 Depth Sensor Digiquartz Recalibration 33 8 7 Pressure Relief Vent Valve 34 8 7 1 Operating the Pressure Relief Vent Valve 34 8 8 Battery Maintenance 35 8 8 1 Checking the Battery Condition ...

Page 6: ...n 11 Fault Diagnosis 84 11 1 Introduction 84 11 2 Fault Types 84 Section 12 Spares 86 12 1 Introduction 86 12 2 Recommended Spares 86 12 2 1 Batteries 86 12 2 2 Sonardyne Upgrades 86 12 2 3 Miscellaneous Parts 86 12 2 4 Cables 87 Section 13 Technical Specifications 88 13 1 Mechanical Compatt 6 Type 3111 with Release Endcap 88 13 2 Mechanical Mini Compatt 6 Type 3131 88 13 3 Mechanical Midi Compatt...

Page 7: ...Calibration 120 A 2 Short Baseline SBL 120 A 2 1 Hardware 120 A 2 2 Baseline Distances 121 A 2 3 Principles 121 A 3 Ultra short Baseline USBL 122 A 3 1 Hardware 122 A 3 2 Principles 122 A 4 Long Ultra short Baseline L USBL 123 A 4 1 Hardware 123 A 4 2 Principles 123 A 4 3 Non Critical Operations 123 A 4 4 Critical Operations 123 A 4 5 Dual Operation 124 A 5 Long short USBL LSUSBL 124 A 5 1 Hardwar...

Page 8: ...ng using the Opening Tools Omni Directional shown for Reference 40 Figure 8 6 Cleaning the O ring Seals Omni Directional shown for Reference 41 Figure 8 7 Refitting the Guard and Bump Stop 42 Figure 8 8 Securing the Bump Stop and Guard 43 Figure 8 9 Removing the Clamp Rings 44 Figure 8 10 Removing the Rubber Bump Stop 44 Figure 8 11 Removing Transducer Housing using the Opening Tools 45 Figure 8 1...

Page 9: ... 830x 3145 Midi 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional 105 Figure 13 17 Type 830x 3116 Standard Length 3 000 m LMF Directional 106 Figure 13 18 Type 830x 3126 Maxi 3 000 m LMF Directional 107 Figure 13 19 Type 830x 3146 Midi 3 000 m LMF Directional 108 Figure 13 20 Type 830x 3311 Standard Length 3 000 m MF Omni Directional 109 Figure 13 21 Type 830x 3321 Maxi 3 000 m MF Omni Directional 110 Figure 13 22 Typ...

Page 10: ...Table 9 1 Test Equipment 59 User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 ix ...

Page 11: ... clarified 4 1 15 A 4 21 01 2011 Improved the wording consistency 2 B 0 18 02 2013 Reformatted the manual Improved overall construction and consistency Include new 6G Terminal Lite Software All All B 1 19 08 2013 ECN12238 Stock code for PCBs in recommended spares listing changed Section 6 3 External Connector Pin Out 12 6 3 111 29 B 2 25 10 2016 OB11543 11657 Maintenance Section updated Storage de...

Page 12: ... that all warnings and cautions in Section 2 Safety of this manual and in any related manuals are read and fully understood 1 3 Related Publications To ensure the equipment is operated safely a Sonardyne Safety Manual is supplied with this user manual It is important that the Sonardyne Safety Manual is read and fully understood before proceeding with any activity on the equipment Publication Title...

Page 13: ...res Warning and Caution terms used in this manual are described below l Warning indicates potential for property damage personal injury or death l Caution indicates either potential damage to hardware malfunction or loss of data 2 2 1 Warnings Personal protection Appropriate protective equipment such as protective footwear hard hat and gloves must be worn when handling or carrying out any procedur...

Page 14: ...s opened with a high pressure spring which could trap fingers 2 2 2 Cautions Risk of equipment damage All instruments must be maintained according to their individual operating manuals Failure to follow recommended procedures could result in instrument failure and loss of system integrity Irritant chemicals Molykote 44 is a mild irritant When lubricating the connector faces personal protective equ...

Page 15: ...nti static CMOS devices must not be inserted into conventional plastic snow Styrofoam or plastic trays but should be left in their original container until ready for use Operators must comply with safety precautions Completed assemblies should be placed in anti static containers before being moved to stations All low impedance equipment pulse generators etc should be connected to CMOS inputs only ...

Page 16: ...e 8305 Autonomous Monitoring Transponder 6 AMT o Type 8307 Modem o Type 8308 Sensor Logging Transponder SLT 3 2 Compatt 6 Series Type 8300 The Compatt 6 transponder is designed specifically for full Long Baseline LBL subsea deployments The standard transducer housing is hard anodised aluminium but it is also available in aluminium bronze and super duplex stainless steel as well as standard mini mi...

Page 17: ...mm diameter The lithium battery has approximately 30 of the capacity of the standard lithium battery with the same functionality Figure 3 3 Midi Compatt 6 3 2 3 Mini Compatt 6 The Mini is approximately 570 mm overall length depending on transducer type and is basically the same as the Midi Compatt 6 but without any sensor options The hard anodised pressure housing is approximately 135 mm diameter ...

Page 18: ...of the Type 8300 variants shown below are also available in mini midi and maxi lengths 3 3 1 Dynamic Positioning Transponder 6 Type 8301 The Dynamic Positioning Transponder 6 DPT 6 is a USBL focused beacon designed specifically for dynamic positioning applications where structure tracking and baseline measurements are not required The transducer is available as an omni directional and directional ...

Page 19: ...ease mechanism for releasing an anchor weight The PIES is identified by a blue coloured housing label Figure 3 7 Pressure Inverted Echo Sounder Transponder 3 3 3 Autonomous Monitoring Transponder Type 8305 The Autonomous Monitoring Transponder AMT has the same capabilities as the Compatt 6 with additional capabilities to periodically log sensor readings and make acoustic baseline measurements The ...

Page 20: ...em 6 for operational use 3 3 5 Sensor Logging Transponder Type 8308 The Sensor Logging Transponder SLT has the same capabilities as the Compatt 6 with additional capabilities of autonomously acquiring sensor data without surface control The SLT has a depth rating of 3000 metres and is available as an omni directional and directional transducer The transponder s pressure housing is hard anodised an...

Page 21: ...instrument as shown in the following 8300 3111 example 3 4 1 Top Label l Serial No 213245 006 l Config 3111 l Transducer MF Omni l Housing Rating 3000 m l Unit ID 0047D l Address 2010 3 4 2 Bottom Label l Variant COMPATT 6 l Type No Type 8300 Serial No Identifies the transponder and should be quoted in all communications with Sonardyne International Ltd or their agents Section 3 Technical Descript...

Page 22: ...ere LF Omni 8 Glass EHF Omni 9 Special Special 0 No Code No Code Table 3 1 Type Number Identification Transducer The transducer type MF LMF omni directional or MF LMF directional Housing Rating This is the nominal pressure rating of the transponder housing The sensor endcap may be rated less than the housing limit Check the endcap label and use the lower figure Unit ID The Unit ID box shows the un...

Page 23: ... harsh environments that are particularly noisy and or reverberant Table 3 2 Address Range 3 5 Endcaps 3 5 1 Transducer Endcap The transducer endcap can be removed by a qualified person in order to replace the internal battery The internal battery disconnect fob switch connector if fitted and transducer connector must be disconnected from the main board when removing the endcap see Section Section...

Page 24: ...tures fitted to the endcap selected from the following list l R Release Mechanism l T Temperature Sensor l P Strain Gauge Pressure Sensor l HP Hi Precision Strain Gauge Pressure Sensor l Q Digiquartz Pressure Sensor l S Sound Speed Sensor l I High Accuracy Dual Axis Inclinometer Two examples of endcap labels are shown below Temperature PRT 2000 m Digiquartz Pressure Inclinometer Temperature PRT 30...

Page 25: ...nnector The SubConn MCBH8F external connector is located on the sensor endcap The connector pin details are shown in Figure 3 12 Figure 3 12 Subconn MCBH8F Connector Pin Details Description 1 RS232 In HOST 2 GND Power and Comms Ground 3 RS232 Out HOST 4 Power In 8 V 18 V Quiescent Power only Not Acoustic Transmission 18 V 24 V Quiescent and Ping Power Not Telemetry 5 Power Out 12 V Regulated or V ...

Page 26: ...8 2 Disconnecting and Replacing the Battery Figure 3 13 Battery Disconnect Fob 3 7 3 Battery Replacement The battery can be replaced by removing the transducer endcap disconnecting and removing the old battery and fitting a new one see Section 8 8 Battery Maintenance CAUTION Dispose of batteries in accordance with local health and safety and environmental regulations Handling of Used Batteries Bat...

Page 27: ...Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 record of time elapsed whilst battery is installed and connected plus estimates of the number of interrogations should be kept Section 3 Technical Description 16 ...

Page 28: ...uild up of internal pressure See Section 8 7 1 Operating the Pressure Relief Vent Valve to release the internal pressure 4 2 2 Floatation No floatation accessories are provided with the transponder The Compatt 6 weighs approximately 15 kg in water therefore buoyancy must be added for operations that require a net upthrust Glass spheres or syntactic foam with a suitable depth rating can be used and...

Page 29: ...tation The flat bottom endcap has a label next to a vertical groove which reads BOW Forward This must be facing North b Levelness Although the inclinometers will be calibrated for levelness during structure lowering care should be taken to ensure it is mounted as near to vertical as practical The sensors have a 90 range c Isolation To minimise corrosion of the aluminium pressure housing contact wi...

Page 30: ...8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 The stand off arms must be detachable to allow the Riser through the drill floor A bucket could equally be used to hold the transponder on the end of the arm s Figure 4 1 Example of Inclinometer Mounting Kit Section 4 Installation 19 ...

Page 31: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 4 2 Example of Stab Mounting Kit Section 4 Installation 20 ...

Page 32: ...ounting Plate 4 x Plate Mounting Holes M10 Min Bolt Size Ident Align with Endcap Notch 4 x Compatt 6 M8 Threaded Mounting Holes 2 x Dowels Dowels must be positioned so first contact is 16 mm from Compatt 6 Mounting Hole Centre Recommended Plate Material Anodised Aluminium Compatt 6 Endcap Shown Abutted against Dowels Section 4 Installation 21 ...

Page 33: ...eploying a transponder from a surface vessel is as follows 2 Thread a loop of rope through an eye in the anchor weight Make fast one end of the rope Take the strain on the free end 3 Lower the transponder and float to the water so they stream behind the ship as it approaches the drop position 4 Lower the weight to the water line allowing the rope to slip through the eye 5 When on location let go o...

Page 34: ...p of rope attached to the top guard or the float Figure 5 2 Lowered by Vessel Crane or A Frame Single Transponder Installation Lowered by Vessel Crane or A Frame Multiple Transponder Installation The ROV grabs a one metre loop of rope attached to the top guard or the float Figure 5 3 Lowered by Vessel Crane or A Frame Multiple Transponder Installation Section 5 Deployment 23 ...

Page 35: ...ssue B3 Acoustic Release used as Crane Hook An acoustic release is used as a crane hook Typically the release will need to be 15 20 metres under water for a survey boat and 35 50 metres for a semi sub Figure 5 4 Acoustic Release used as a Crane Hook Section 5 Deployment 24 ...

Page 36: ...Slip hook with integral swivel and D shackle to transponder to be released Figure 5 5 Slip Hook with Integral Swivel Release Control Line ROV grabs One metre Loop of Rope The ROV grabs a one metre loop of rope attached to the top guard or float Figure 5 6 ROV grabs one metre loop of Rope Section 5 Deployment 25 ...

Page 37: ...range Figure 6 1 Responder Input Symbol Description Min Max T_preactive Time that Sync Input is required to remain high prior to a falling edge to begin sync pulse validation 200 us Infinite T_active Time that Sync Input remains low before a valid sync pulse to be recognised 100 us Infinite Vp Sync Input voltage 4 5 V 24 V If the minimum value for T_preactive is not met then no amount of low state...

Page 38: ...nsponder passes 90 in pitch or roll the sensor output will show a reducing angle as the sensor is a sine law device The output of the cross axis sensor may report an inverted angle There is no indication of either of these occurrences in the output from the transponder The tilt sensor will not help as it indicates that the transponder is either upright or inverted within a 45 cone The inclinometer...

Page 39: ...nder floating to the surface can be tracked during its ascent by ranging to it or by making repeated depth readings 7 3 Retrieval from the Water When a transponder reaches the surface it will float approximately horizontal depending on the float collar fitted Note The transducer guard must not be used to hook the transponder this will result in damage to the transducer A boat hook can be used to h...

Page 40: ...oors It must not be stored directly on damp or dirt floors or areas prone to flooding In this case suitable shelving raised off the floor should be used 4 It is recommended to visually inspect the equipment at least annually 5 When equipment is taken from low temperature storage for immediate use its temperature should be raised to normal operating temperature before use Item Specification Storage...

Page 41: ...int free cloth 5 Replace any dummy plugs protective caps 8 4 Inspection Regularly inspect the instrument for the following 1 Inspect the Pressure Relief Vent Valve Section 4 2 1 Check the Pressure Relief Vent Valve 2 Inspect the housing for signs of corrosion or damage When in full working depth the housing is at risk of failure if corrosion or damage is present If any corrosion is found it can be...

Page 42: ...n 1 Make sure the connectors are clean and dry 2 Clean using a spray based contact cleaner isopropyl alcohol 3 Lubricate the connectors as follows a Apply a layer of grease to the female connector corresponding to a minimum 1 10th of socket depth b The inner edge of all sockets should be completely covered and a thin layer of grease left visible on the face of the connector c After greasing fully ...

Page 43: ... then roll the second O ring over the first O ring this minimises the risk of damaging the innermost O ring 6 Before assembly apply a light even film of petroleum jelly to the O ring mating surface the housing bore Note There should be no visible lumps of petroleum jelly on the O ring or the mating bore 8 6 Scheduled Maintenance and Recalibration To ensure the transponder provides long and effecti...

Page 44: ...to slowly float up out of the oil 5 Screw the red pressure port plug back in To stop the oil from seeping out while in storage an adhesive label may be fitted over the port This must be removed before deployment or if accurate pressure readings are needed 8 6 2 Depth Sensor Digiquartz Recalibration The Digiquartz depth sensor is very fragile and has a limited over range capability Endcaps that con...

Page 45: ...attery The pressure relief vent valve should be flush with the endcap face If the pressure relief vent valve is not flush it should be operated to check for and release any internal pressure The pressure relief vent valve should always be operated before performing any maintenance work 8 7 1 Operating the Pressure Relief Vent Valve WARNINGS Due to the high internal pressure risk dismantling the su...

Page 46: ...placing see Section 8 8 2 Disconnecting and Replacing the Battery Checking the Battery using 6G Terminal Lite To check the battery using 6G Terminal Lite see UM 8300 099 User Manual for 6G Terminal Lite Section 6G Setup tab Checking the Battery using an iWAND To check the battery using an iWAND acoustic transponder see UM 8315 User Manual for the Type 8315 iWAND Section Quick Check Battery Status ...

Page 47: ... and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Battery Removal 1 With the transducer endcap removed and cables disconnected pull out the top bulkhead 2 Rotate the housing so the battery is located upper most in the housing Section 8 Maintenance 36 ...

Page 48: ...s the correct type and check for any leakages or damage 2 Position the transponder on a clean dry bench Note The battery pack should be able to slide smoothly inside the transponder housing If any resistance is felt remove the battery and inspect the transponder housing 3 With the battery connector facing outwards support the battery pack and slide into the transponder housing 4 Position the bulkh...

Page 49: ...re the locking mechanism engages Figure 8 1 Fitting the Bulkhead Plate 7 Inspect the transducer endcap for any signs of damage pay particular attention to the O ring seals and groove see Figure 8 2 Figure 8 2 Inspecting the Transducer Endcap 8 Inspect the O rings and replace if necessary 9 Lubricate the O rings see Section 8 5 2 Endcap O Rings 10 Position the transducer endcap next to the transpon...

Page 50: ...mni directional transducer 8 9 1 Directional Transducer Endcap Removal 1 Ensure the transponder has been cleaned with clean fresh water and any marine growth removed see Section 8 3 Cleaning 2 Operate the pressure relief vent valve to release any internal pressure see Section 8 7 1 Operating the Pressure Relief Vent Valve 3 Undo remove and retain the six nuts washers and white nylon spacers from t...

Page 51: ... 5 With the guard and bump stop removed remove the clamp rings 6 Remove any dirt silt or water that may have accumulated around the endcap 7 Using the Opening tools lever the transducer endcap from the housing until the O ring seals are exposed see Figure 8 5 Figure 8 5 Removing Transducer Housing using the Opening Tools Omni Directional shown for Reference Section 8 Maintenance 40 ...

Page 52: ...er endcap slowly from the transponder body Take care not to pull too hard or suddenly resulting in the cables becoming detached from the housing 10 Disconnect the battery battery disconnect fob if fitted and transducer cable connectors by pressing in the connector locking pin and pulling out 8 9 2 Fitment of the Directional Transducer Endcap 1 Inspect the transducer endcap for any signs of damage ...

Page 53: ...sition of the transducer cable ensure the cable does not become trapped when inserting the transducer 8 Slowly rotate the transducer to coil the cable inside the bulkhead plate push the transducer into the housing taking care not to trap the cable 9 Position the clamp rings in the grooves on the endcap 10 Position the guard with the bump stop over the transducer 11 Rotate the clamp rings if necess...

Page 54: ...ctional Test 8 10 Removal and Fitment of Omni Directional Transducer Endcap If the transponder is configured with an omni directional transducer endcap the removal and fitment procedures will different to that of the directional transducer 8 10 1 Omni Directional Transducer Endcap Removal 1 Ensure the transponder has been cleaned with clean fresh water and any marine growth removed see Section 8 3...

Page 55: ...e Figure 8 9 Figure 8 9 Removing the Clamp Rings 4 Push the rubber bump stop free from the clamp rings and housing use the tapered end of the Opening Tools to assist if necessary see Figure 8 10 5 With the Rubber Bump Stop free remove the clamp rings Figure 8 10 Removing the Rubber Bump Stop 6 Remove any dirt silt or water that may have accumulated around the endcap Section 8 Maintenance 44 ...

Page 56: ... Transducer Housing using the Opening Tools 8 Using a lint free cloth clean around the O ring seals see Figure 8 12 Figure 8 12 Cleaning the O ring Seals Note Remove the transducer endcap slowly to prevent the cables becoming detached 9 Pull the transducer endcap slowly from the transponder body Take care not to pull too hard or suddenly resulting in the cables becoming detached from the housing S...

Page 57: ...ducer endcap next to the transponder housing 5 Connect the white transducer endcap cable to the white connection block 6 Connect the battery disconnect fob connector if fitted to the black connection block 7 Connect the battery connector to the black connection block Note Observe the position of the transducer cable ensure the cable does not become trapped when inserting the transducer 8 Slowly ro...

Page 58: ...t by Sonardyne trained personnel 1 Ensure the transponder has been cleaned with clean fresh water and any marine growth removed see Section 8 3 Cleaning 2 Operate the pressure relief vent valve to release any internal pressure see Section 8 7 1 Operating the Pressure Relief Vent Valve 3 Remove the transducer endcap for a directional transducer endcap see Section 8 9 1 Directional Transducer Endcap...

Page 59: ...ist if necessary 7 With the Rubber Bump Stop free remove the clamp rings 8 Remove any dirt silt or water that may have accumulated around the sensor endcap 9 Using the Opening Tools to assist to lever the sensor endcap from the housing until the O rings are exposed Figure 8 15 Figure 0 13 Remove the Sensor Endcap 10 Using the lint free cloth clean around the O ring seals 11 Remove the Sensor Endca...

Page 60: ...replace if necessary Figure 8 16 Removing the Sensor Endcap 13 While pulling off the sensor endcap support the chassis without touching the printed circuit boards 14 Place the chassis on a clean dry surface see Figure 8 17 Figure 8 17 Sensor Endcap and Chassis Transponder Housing Chassis Sensor Endcap Section 8 Maintenance 49 ...

Page 61: ...lace if necessary see Figure 8 18 16 Disconnect the PL1 connection from the Interface PCB Assembly Figure 8 18 Disconnecting PL1 Connection from the Interface PCB Assembly 17 Disconnect the PL2 connection from the Interface PCB Assembly Figure 8 19 Disconnecting PL2 Connection from the Interface PCB Assembly Section 8 Maintenance 50 ...

Page 62: ...ssist in lifting the ribbon cable connection from its location point Figure 8 20 Disconnecting the Ribbon Cable from the Interface PCB Assembly 19 Use an Allen Key to undo the 2 x retaining screws from the sensor endcap to the main chassis Figure 8 21 Disconnecting the Sensor Endcap from the Main Chassis 20 Carefully feed all cables through the hole in the end of the chassis Section 8 Maintenance ...

Page 63: ...is and can be replaced if necessary 8 11 2 Sensor Endcap Fitment Note Fitting of the sensor endcap must only be carried out by Sonardyne trained personnel 1 Before fitting a new sensor endcap inspect the main chassis and sensor endcap mating faces for any signs of damage Chassis mating face sensor endcap mating face Section 8 Maintenance 52 ...

Page 64: ...ng Chassis and Sensor Endcap Main Chassis Ribbon Cable Wiring loom Sensor Endcap 4 Using an Allen Key secure the sensor endcap to the Chassis using the 2 x retaining screws Figure 8 23 Securing the Sensor Endcap to the Chassis 1 Connect the ribbon cable to the black connection block on the Interface PCB Assembly see Figure 8 24 2 Connect the white block connection to the PL2 connection point on th...

Page 65: ...y Figure 8 24 Interface PCB Connections Interface PCB Assembly Ribbon Cable connection point PL2 Connection point Sensor Endcap PL1 Connection point 4 Support the chassis and insert into the housing check the direction of housing labels to ensure the chassis is inserted to the bottom of the housing Figure 8 25 Inserting the Chassis into the Housing Section 8 Maintenance 54 ...

Page 66: ...esistance is felt pull out the sensor endcap and Chassis fully and inspect the housing for any obstructions 7 Position the clamp rings in the grooves on the sensor endcap 8 Slide the rubber bumper stop over the sensor endcap and align the holes in the clamp rings 9 Secure the clamp rings to the bumper stop using the bolts washers and nuts 10 Tighten the nuts and bolts Section 8 Maintenance 55 ...

Page 67: ...t the bottom of the housing 12 Check inside the housing for any signs of obstruction Note The battery pack should be able to slide smoothly inside the transponder housing If any resistance is felt remove the battery and inspect the transponder housing 13 Support the battery pack and slide into the transponder housing Battery pack Battery Connection Section 8 Maintenance 56 ...

Page 68: ... see Figure 8 26 15 Position the bulkhead plate over the two locating pins and firmly push into position Figure 8 26 Fitting the Bulkhead Plate over the Pins 16 Inspect the transducer endcap for any signs of damage paying particular attention to the O ring seals and grooves 17 Inspect the O rings and replace if necessary 18 Lubricate the O rings see Section 8 5 2 Endcap O Rings Section 8 Maintenan...

Page 69: ...tment of the Omni Directional Transducer Endcap 8 12 Corrosion Removal Cases of slight corrosion found on the transponder housing can be treated effectively as described below 1 Ensure the instrument is thoroughly clean and dry 2 Clean the corroded area with a degreaser 3 Treat the corroded area with Alocrom for approximately two minutes or until the aluminium changes colour to golden brown 4 Wash...

Page 70: ...thesizer l Wideband Receiver Circuitry l Release Motor and Sensors 9 2 Test Equipment The following equipment can be used to carry out functional testing of the transponders Description Sonardyne Drawing No Sonardyne Order Code PC with RS232 comm Port Power supply 24 VDC 2 amp 6G Utilities CD ROM see Section 9 2 1 6G Terminal Lite 8300 300 6G Utilities Dual Serial Cable 8000 157 820 6713 Compatt 6...

Page 71: ...so be performed using the iWAND acoustic transponder see UM 8315 User Manual for the Type 8315 iWAND To carry out operational testing of the Compatt 6 transponder connect the Dual Serial Cable in as described in Section 9 3 1 Connecting the Dual Serial Cable Figure 9 1 Compatt 6 Connected to the PC using the Dual Serial Cable Computer Dual Serial Cable Compatt 6 Variant Section 9 Functional Test 6...

Page 72: ...ssue B3 9 3 1 Connecting the Dual Serial Cable 1 Locate the round Dual Serial Cable connection point on the transponder Figure 9 2 Dual Serial Cable 2 Using the special tool remove the protective cover from the Dual Serial Cable connection point Section 9 Functional Test 61 ...

Page 73: ...att 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 3 Check the connection points are free from dirt and obstruction 4 Position the Dual Serial Cable in the correct orientation and insert into the connection point Section 9 Functional Test 62 ...

Page 74: ...Checking the Wideband Acoustics The following procedure describes the acoustics check using 6G Terminal Lite Note The same checks can also be performed using the iWAND acoustic transponder see UM 8315 User Manual for the Type 8315 iWAND Section Ping Check To carry out a check of the Wideband Acoustics of the transponders it will also be necessary to enter the address of an acoustically paired devi...

Page 75: ...Issue B3 2 The 6G Terminal Lite dialog box will open on the 6G Setup tab 3 Click Connect 4 On the Select port type drop down list select the computer connection port 5 On the Baud Rate drop down list select the baud rate and then click Connect Section 9 Functional Test 64 ...

Page 76: ...w will also open The green writing indicates the commands sent from the software to the transponder the blue writing is the transponders response Note This window automatically logs all communications when open and should be left open to ensure communications are logged for diagnostic purposes 8 To enter the address of the acoustically paired device if one is attached click Set on the Range Test p...

Page 77: ...he attached device and then click OK Note Tabs are also available to show addresses for Wideband 1 and Wideband 2 systems 10 The 6G Setup tab will open with the selected address in the Range Test Address to window Click Range Test to begin the acoustic check 11 During the test Active will appear next to the Range Test button to indicate the test is in progress Section 9 Functional Test 66 ...

Page 78: ... range test move the transponder to a new location and repeat the range test If the Range Test continues to fail contact Sonardyne Support 15 The acoustic checks are now complete 9 3 3 Checking the Sensor Measurements The following procedure describes the sensor measurements check using 6G Terminal Lite Note The same checks can also be performed using the iWAND acoustic transponder see UM 8315 Use...

Page 79: ... 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 1 On the 6G Setup tab click Test Sensors Check to perform a test of all sensors installed in the transponder 2 Acquiring appears next to the Test Sensors Check button to indicate the test is in operation Section 9 Functional Test 68 ...

Page 80: ...sm ensure Section 2 Safety is read and fully understood The following procedure describes the release mechanism check using 6G Terminal Lite Note These checks can also be performed using the iWAND acoustic transponder see UM 8315 User Manual for the Type 8315 iWAND Section Test Release 1 Make sure the Dual Serial Cable is connected to the transponder see Section 9 3 1 Connecting the Dual Serial Ca...

Page 81: ...UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 9 3 Release Mechanism Fully Open Figure 9 4 Release Mechanism Fully Closed 3 When closed the release mechanism is held in position by a rotating lock Figure 9 5 Release Mechanism Rotating Lock Section 9 Functional Test 70 ...

Page 82: ...6 5 On the 6G Setup tab the greyed out button to the right of the Release ARM button indicates the next position of the release mechanism for example if the release mechanism is currently open the button shows CLOSE Figure 9 6 Release Test 6 To operate the release mechanism click ARM The OPEN CLOSE button will become active and a 30 second countdown timer will start counting down Section 9 Functio...

Page 83: ...utton indicates the next position of the release mechanism 10 If the release is in the Open position it will be necessary to manually position the release into the closed position 11 Screw a long screw either an M4 or M5 screw not supplied by Sonardyne into the release mechanism see Figure 9 7 12 Unscrew the pin from the D shackle pin With the aid of a screwdriver push the release mechanism into t...

Page 84: ... Mechanism Release Mechanism Mechanism Retaining Screw Hole Screw D Shackle Pin 13 Click ARM to prepare the release mechanism to be operated 14 As soon as ARM is clicked the CLOSE button becomes active and a 30 second countdown timer begins 15 Click CLOSE before the 30 second countdown ends Section 9 Functional Test 73 ...

Page 85: ... mechanism in the closed position will prevent the release mechanism from opening This will result in the transponder being irretrievable from the seabed Make sure the D shackle pin is removed when the release mechanism locked is in the closed position 18 Remove the D shackle pin from the retaining hole and refit to the D shackle inserted through the release mechanism 9 3 5 Creating a Test Report ...

Page 86: ...6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 To generate a test report 1 Click Generate Test Report on the 6G Setup tab 2 A file location window will open to save the created Test Report pdf in the selected folder Section 9 Functional Test 75 ...

Page 87: ...rt will now be created and saved in the designated location The report will list all information provided on the 6G Setup tab A tick and pass will appear alongside all the tests to indicate the transponder has passed all the tests Figure 9 8 Transponder Test Report pdf Section 9 Functional Test 76 ...

Page 88: ...he firmware 1 Make sure the Dual Serial Cable is connected to the connection point on the transponder see Section 9 3 1 Connecting the Dual Serial Cable 2 Connect the CPU connector to a comms port on the PC make a note of which comms port is used 3 On the PC double click the GP Bootloader exe icon to open the program 4 On the toolbar menu select Serial Port and then click Configure 5 On the Dialog...

Page 89: ...ts UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 6 On the main window click File Open 7 Browse to and select new firmware and then click Open Note After the new firmware has been selected it will appear in the Bootloader home page title bar Section 10 Firmware Update 78 ...

Page 90: ...cility on the PC and check the correct Comms Port has been selected for the CPU cable 12 Click Refresh Table after checking the connections 13 If all cable connections have been made successfully the window will refresh Note Two spaces are available on the hardware for firmware If all spaces are full then one must be deleted to accommodate the firmware upgrade The green highlighted App indicates t...

Page 91: ...s window will appear 20 Click OK to confirm the installation is a success 21 The new uploaded program will appear in the selected App Window 22 Close the Get and Display the DSP s Table of Content window 23 To confirm the new firmware is working on the main Bootloader screen click on the TOC and the new firmware should be displayed highlighted in green 10 3 DAS Firmware Update To update the DAS fi...

Page 92: ...4 Double click the 6G Terminal Lite icon to open the software 5 Connect to the instrument as described in Section 9 3 2 Checking the Wideband Acoustics 6 On the 6G Setup tab DAS Calibration pane click On to upgrade the DAS firmware 7 Double click the DasCal icon to open the DAS software 8 On the DAS page click Connect Section 10 Firmware Update 81 ...

Page 93: ...indow select the correct COMMS port for the DAS connection from the drop down list and then click Select 10 When the DASCAL program opens click Disconnect 11 Click Load New Program to load the new firmware 12 Navigate to the location of the new program and then click Open Section 10 Firmware Update 82 ...

Page 94: ...ion has been used close the DAS program by selecting Exit Program disconnect the DAS connection from the Comms Port and replace it with the CPU connection on the Dual Serial Cable 16 On the 6G Setup tab DAS Calibration pane click OFF 1 The 6G Terminal Lite software can now be closed 2 After updating the DAS firmware power cycle the transponder a Transponders with a battery disconnect fob connect t...

Page 95: ... transponder from receiving Use software application RAY_TRACE available from Sonardyne Int Ltd Surface thermocline refracting reply signals Lower transducer below thermocline Noise level as surface transducer too high Lower the dunking transducer transceiver or towfish and reduce the surface transceiver gain settings Do a noise check using the applicable transceiver noise check command Increase t...

Page 96: ...and to override release and recover the transponder Replace the battery Transponder may have been moved from original position Move the transponder Transponder replies to commands but telemetry errors are detected Noise level at surface transducer too high Lower the dunking transducer transceiver or towfish and reduce the surface transceiver gain Do a noise check using the applicable transceiver n...

Page 97: ...s Part Number Drawing Number Description Quantity 650 0060 8300 000 3111 MF Omni C5 to C6 Upgrade Kit 1 650 0061 8300 000 3113 MF Directional C5 to C6 Upgrade Kit 1 650 0062 8300 000 3141 MF Omni C5 Midi to C6 Midi Upgrade Kit 1 12 2 3 Miscellaneous Parts Part Number Drawing Number Description Quantity 890 0026 8300 118 Compatt connector blanking socket 1 641 3332 8000 905 Compatt Opening Tool 1 6...

Page 98: ...uantity 925 0005 Silica Gel Bag self indicating 4 12 2 4 Cables Part Number Drawing Number Description Quantity 820 6795 8000 075 SubConn 8 W mating connector kit including locking sleeve 1 820 6713 8000 157 PC to Compatt Dual Serial Cable 1 820 0038 8159 070 CPU to DAS Ribbon Cable 16 way x 60 mm 1 Section 12 Spares 87 ...

Page 99: ...ap label Release Mechanism Working Load Limit WLL 250 kg 551 lb Transducer Guard Shackle Working Load Limit WLL 250 kg 551 lb Dependent on sensor endcaps 13 2 Mechanical Mini Compatt 6 Type 3131 Parameter Specification Diameter main body 133 5 2 mm 5 3 0 1 ins Overall Length 569 mm 22 4 ins Weight in air Alkaline battery 11 0 kg 24 2 lb Weight in water Alkaline battery 5 0 kg 11 0 lb Max Operating...

Page 100: ... Operating Depth 3 000 m Limited by depth sensor see endcap label Release Mechanism Working Load Limit WLL 250 kg 551 lb Transducer Guard Shackle Working Load Limit WLL 250 kg 551 lb 13 5 Battery Life Battery Type Capacity Ah Start Life Voltage Battery Limit Voltage Alkaline 54 15 5 11 3 Lithium 100 14 5 13 0 Transducer Type Omni Directional Directional Battery Type Alkaline Lithium Alkaline Lithi...

Page 101: ... life Estimation App Figure 13 3 6G Battery Life Estimator App The app estimates the battery life of the 6G transponders for a pre defined operational scenario allowing the operator to specify instrument type with navigation and telemetry settings Based on the information entered the app will provide an estimate measured in days of the remaining battery life The app can be downloaded using the fol...

Page 102: ...5 85 85 85 Acoustic Transmit source level 4 levels dB re 1 µPa 196 193 190 187 202 199 196 190 196 193 190 187 202 199 193 187 Pulse length Wideband ms 8 16 8 16 8 16 8 16 Time resolution µs 1 1 1 1 13 9 Environmental Parameter Specification Temperature Operation 5 to 40 C 23 to 104 F Temperature Storage 20 to 55 C 4 to 131 F Rated for Outdoor use IP68 13 10 Sensors Temperature Measurement 5 to 40...

Page 103: ...esolution 0 01 over the range 14 5 0 05 over the range 45 Accuracy 0 05 over the range 14 5 0 2 over the range 45 Tilt Switch Internal 45 tilt switch indicates vertical position Sound Sensor Model 50 mm 100 mm Resolution 0 01 m s 0 01 m s Range 1400 1600 m s 1400 1600 m s Accuracy 0 06 m s 0 03 m s 13 11 Responder Input Trigger Sync Input Inactive State Low Ground Reference Power Ground Input Impe...

Page 104: ...erts in water e g 30 kg 11 2 0 5 kg 17 3 kg net upthrust 13 13 Outline Drawings 13 13 1 3 000 m Omni Directional Common Compatt 6 and variants outline drawings are shown below For dimensions or information on configurations not shown below contact Sonardyne Support 13 13 2 3 000 m MF Omni Directional Aluminium Housings Note In the following product types x denotes Compatt 6 variants for example st...

Page 105: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 5 Type 830x 3111 Standard Length 3 000 m MF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 94 ...

Page 106: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 6 Type 830x 3121 Maxi 3 000 m MF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 95 ...

Page 107: ...patt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 7 Type 830x 3131 Mini 3 000 m MF Omni Directional Note The Type 830x 4131 Mini 4 000m MF Omni Directional has the same dimensions as above Section 13 Technical Specifications 96 ...

Page 108: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 8 Type 830x 3141 Midi 3 000 m MF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 97 ...

Page 109: ...the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 13 13 3 3 000 m MF Directional Aluminium Housings Figure 13 9 Type 830x 3113 Standard Length 3 000 m MF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 98 ...

Page 110: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 10 Figure 0 10 Type 830x 3123 Maxi 3 000 m MF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 99 ...

Page 111: ... Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 11 Type 830x 3133 Mini 3 000 m MF Directional Note The Type 830x 4133 Mini 4 000m MF Directional has the same dimensions as above Section 13 Technical Specifications 100 ...

Page 112: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 12 Type 830x 3143 Midi 3 000 m MF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 101 ...

Page 113: ...e 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 13 13 4 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional Aluminium Housings Figure 13 13 Type 830x 3115 Standard Length 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 102 ...

Page 114: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 14 Type 830x 3125 Maxi 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 103 ...

Page 115: ...tt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 15 Type 830x 3135 Mini 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional Note The Type 830x 4135 Mini 4 000m LMF Omni Directional has the same dimensions as above Section 13 Technical Specifications 104 ...

Page 116: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 16 Type 830x 3145 Midi 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 105 ...

Page 117: ...e Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 13 13 5 3 000 m LMF Directional Aluminium Housings Figure 13 17 Type 830x 3116 Standard Length 3 000 m LMF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 106 ...

Page 118: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 18 Type 830x 3126 Maxi 3 000 m LMF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 107 ...

Page 119: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 19 Type 830x 3146 Midi 3 000 m LMF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 108 ...

Page 120: ... 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 13 13 6 3 000 m MF Omni Directional Super Duplex Housings Figure 13 20 Type 830x 3311 Standard Length 3 000 m MF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 109 ...

Page 121: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 21 Type 830x 3321 Maxi 3 000 m MF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 110 ...

Page 122: ...8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 13 13 7 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional Super Duplex Housings Figure 13 22 Type 830x 3315 Standard Length 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 111 ...

Page 123: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 23 Type 830x 3325 Maxi 3 000 m LMF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 112 ...

Page 124: ...pe 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 13 13 8 5 000 m MF Omni Directional Aluminium Housings Figure 13 24 Type 830x 5211 Standard Length 5 000 m MF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 113 ...

Page 125: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 25 Type 830x 5221 Maxi 5 000 m MF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 114 ...

Page 126: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 26 Type 830x 5241 Midi 5 000 m MF Omni Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 115 ...

Page 127: ...he Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 13 13 9 5 000 m MF Directional Aluminium Housings Figure 13 27 Type 830x 5213 Standard Length 5 000 m MF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 116 ...

Page 128: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 28 Type 830x 5223 Maxi 5 000 m MF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 117 ...

Page 129: ...User Manual for the Type 8300 Compatt 6 and Variants UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 Figure 13 29 Type 830x 5243 Midi 5 000 m MF Directional Section 13 Technical Specifications 118 ...

Page 130: ...n over the side arrangement as shown in Figure A 1 or in a fixed through the hull arrangement It can also be installed on a towfish if necessary A 1 2 Principles The distance from the transducer to a transponder beacon can be measured by causing the transducer to transmit a short acoustic signal to which the transponder beacon responds The transceiver makes an accurate measurement of the interval ...

Page 131: ...ing able to position the vessel or any other object directly using a fixed frame of reference This removes most of the problems associated with vessel motion A 1 5 Calibration It is necessary to calibrate the array of beacons on the seabed and there are several techniques available for doing this The most appropriate method to use depends on the specific requirements of the operation and on the av...

Page 132: ...the co ordinate frame is fixed to the vessel and is therefore subject to the rotational motions of roll pitch and yaw This apparent disadvantage can be overcome by using additional VRU and gyrocompass instruments external to the SBL system to supply measurements of roll pitch and heading The additional measurements allow the co ordinates of the beacon to be transformed mathematically to remove the...

Page 133: ...he time phase of the signal received by each transducer element in the transceiver and compare them with a reference signal generated in the receiver These time phase differences between transducer elements are computed by subtraction and then the system is equivalent to an SBL system in the calculation of range and bearing Another practical difference is that the transducer elements of a USBL sys...

Page 134: ... one shown in Figure A 4 will perform a top down calibration automatically as soon as it is placed in Navigation mode with the beacons declared as References This calibration technique relies on multiple range and time phase difference measurements between the USBL transducer and each transponder on the seabed in turn Provided an accurate measurement of sound velocity is used over a period of time...

Page 135: ... and performance of the master and takes over system operations if it detects any failure A 5 Long short USBL LSUSBL A 5 1 Hardware In a LSUSBL system four or more transceivers are deployed below the vessel and four or more beacons are deployed on the seabed A 5 2 Principles LSUSBL mode is a combination of USBL LBL and SBL modes The reference array is interrogated from one transceiver and the repl...

Page 136: ... much longer in duration than the other transmission This extended signal has random phases and random decreasing amplitude This sound reflection is known as reverberation The transponder has a built in blocking period which allows the reverberation to face away before a transmission starts The blocking period prevents multiple replies from being transmitted in response to the reverberation of the...

Page 137: ...stic telemetry For testing and maintenance the Type 8063 Deck Test Unit can perform basic WBv1 interrogation acoustic checks but cannot command or configure the transponder The transponder should be configured using the 6G Terminal Lite and if required another 6G instrument can be used for a basic acoustic check A 2 Command and Telemetry Functions Command is the remote control of operating modes o...

Page 138: ...s UM 8300 Compatt 6 Issue B3 A 4 Acoustic Navigation System Principles For a detailed description on acoustic navigation system principles see Appendix A Acoustic Positioning Methods Appendix A Basic Principles of Transponder Interrogation and Reply 127 ...

Page 139: ...ilicon substrate Especially attractive in low power applications since the basic CMOS logic gate only consumes significant power during switching COMPATT COMPuting and Telemetry Transponder Common Reply Signal CRS A reply signal common to a complete family of addressed transponders CPU Central Processing Unit DAS A micro controlled data acquisition and logging sub assembly located within a transpo...

Page 140: ... Short Base Line Positioning System USBL A system similar to an SBL system except the system uses three or more elements in a single transducer array The measurements it makes are the differences in time phase of the signals from each element The co ordinate frame is fixed to the transducer array which must be oriented in the vessel frame to be equivalent to the SBL WLL Working Load Limit The Work...

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