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APPLIED ACOUSTICS SYSTEMS Easytrak Nexus Lite 2695 User Manual

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Easytrak Nexus Lite
2695 Series
Operation Manual

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APPLIED ACOUSTICS SYSTEMS Easytrak Nexus Lite 2695 Specifications

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BrandAPPLIED ACOUSTICS SYSTEMS
ModelEasytrak Nexus Lite 2695
CategoryMarine Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Revision History

Introduction to the Easytrak Nexus

Basic Theory

System Description

Easytrak Nexus Lite Console Unit

Describes the main console unit of the Easytrak Nexus system.

Easytrak Nexus Transceiver

Details the transceiver unit, its sensors, and function.

1000 Series Beacon

Describes the 1000 Series Beacon and its features.

Installation

Software and Driver Installation

Instructions for installing the software and necessary drivers.

Console Unit Installation Details

Details on installing the Easytrak Nexus 2695 Console unit.

Transceiver Deployment Options

Methods for deploying the Easytrak Nexus 2683 Transceiver.

Deck Cable

Operation

Power Up Procedure

Steps and indicators for powering on the Easytrak Nexus system.

Front Panel Indicators

Explanation of the status indicators on the console's front panel.

Easytrak Nexus Lite Software

Software Interface Overview

Overview of the software's interface, including menus and windows.

Workspace Configuration

Defines visual elements, preferences, display options, and startup files.

System Configuration

Configures external inputs (GPS, Gyro), data output, and operating modes.

Beacon Configuration

Setup and configuration of beacons, including editor, receiver, visuals, and filtering.

Transceiver Settings

Reference and Installation Offsets

Setting offsets from reference point to transceiver and fixed installation.

Transceiver Depth and VOS

Configuring transceiver depth and Velocity of Sound (VOS).

Compass and Declination Settings

Adjusting compass smoothing and magnetic declination.

UTM Grid Setup

UTM Parameters

Manually entered parameters for UTM coordinate system setup.

Survey Calculator

Tool for calculating UTM zone and grid origin.

Cycle Control and Triggering

Triggering Modes

Selecting internal or external triggering for system cycles.

Internal Triggering Options

Fixed Interval, Auto Calculate, and Fastest Possible modes.

Fire Sequencing

Customizing the order of beacon interrogations.

Speed of Sound Profile

Loading Speed of Sound Data

Importing Sound Velocity Profile (SVP) data.

Beacon Editor

General Beacon Settings

Setting beacon type, range, VOS, channel, and tracking.

Receiver Settings

Configuring V-Nav ID, receiver filtering, and gain.

Visual Display Options

Customizing beacon display with labels, icons, trails, and overlays.

Data Display and Filtering

Viewing position, signal quality, and applying gating/smoothing.

Kalman Filter Configuration

Adjusting Kalman filter settings and parameters for accuracy.

Release Beacon Control

5xx Series Release Operation

Operating 5xx series release beacons: ID, status, and actions.

15xx Series Release Operation

Operating 15xx series release beacons: ID, status, and actions.

Beacon Data Display

Plot Window Functionality

Display Modes and Controls

Setting plot display mode, colors, scale, and trail points.

Object Management and Navigation

Managing waypoints, placemarks, and centering the view.

System Monitoring Windows

Vessel Monitor

Displays vessel parameters: heading, pitch, roll, and GPS position.

Transceiver Monitor

Displays transceiver status: heading, pitch, roll, and depth.

Pitch & Roll Monitor

Event Log

Measurement Tool

Placemarks

Waypoints

Recorder and Playback

Tools Menu

System Programming

Procedures for updating console and transceiver firmware.

Advanced User Mode and Acoustic Monitor

Enabling advanced mode and using the acoustic monitoring tool.

Help Menu

System Information and Support

Accessing system details and requesting technical support.

Calibration

Static Calibration

Method for calculating transducer alignment error.

EasyCal 2 USBL Calibration

Procedure to calibrate the acoustic system for alignment errors.

Acquisition Mode

Overview and Monitoring

System status during acquisition and monitoring tools.

Plot Window Controls

Toolbar and context menu for plot window during acquisition.

Configuration Settings

Vessel and Offset Configuration

Setting vessel size and calibration offsets.

Calibration Templates

Various methods for calibration, e.g., Cardinal Points, Figure of 8.

Logging Data

Processing Mode

Data File Management

Importing, merging, saving, and managing logged data files.

Database Titles

Setting titles for printouts in the database.

List Database

Processing Statistics

Processing

Data Processing and Configuration

Processing logged data, auto compute, and quadrant computation.

Processing Options and Corrections

Options for spurious data and applying corrections.

Reporting

Summary Report

Complete Listing of Dataset

Operation Wizard

Troubleshooting

No Power Light Issue

Troubleshooting the front panel power light.

Signal Return Problems

Resolving issues with no signal return at any range.

Incorrect Range Measurement

Diagnosing and fixing incorrect range measurements.

Short Range Performance Issues

Addressing problems with short-range performance.

Position Instability Issues

Troubleshooting bearing instability and potential range issues.

External I/O Connector Pin Outs

Serial Connector Pin Assignments

Pin assignments for the serial connectors.

BNC Connector Pin Assignment

Pin assignment for the BNC connector.

Easytrak Nexus Channels

AAE Spread Spectrum Channels

Table of AAE Spread Spectrum channels and parameters.

Simrad HPR Channels

Table of Simrad HPR channels and parameters.

Simrad HiPAP Channels

Table of Simrad HiPAP channels and parameters.

ORE Trackpoint Channels

Table of ORE Trackpoint channels and parameters.

Easytrak Nexus Data Output Formats

AAE Data String Formats

Details of AAE and AAE V2 data string formats.

ORE Trackpoint 2EC Data String

Format of the ORE Trackpoint 2EC data string.

Simrad HPR 300P Data String

Format of the Simrad HPR 300P data string.

ORE Trackpoint STD-EC W/PR Data String

Format of ORE Trackpoint STD-EC W/PR data string.

Simrad HPR 309 Data Telegram

Structure of the Simrad HPR 309 data telegram.

Simrad $PSIMSSB Data String

Format of the Simrad $PSIMSSB data string.

Simrad $PSIMSNS Data String

Format of the Simrad $PSIMSNS data string.

Pseudo $GPRMC Data String

Format of the Pseudo $GPRMC data string.

KLEIN 3000 Data Strings

Formats for KLEIN 3000 SSS data.

Pseudo $GPGGA Data String

Format of the Pseudo $GPGGA data string.

System Specification

Console Unit Specifications (Model 2695)

Details console dimensions, power, connectivity, and indicators.

Transceiver Specifications (Model 2683)

Details transceiver material, dimensions, accuracy, and environment.

Handling and Disposal

System Recovery

Appendices

Appendix A – Transducer Mounting Bracket A

Diagram and specifications for mounting bracket A.

Appendix B – Transducer Mounting Bracket B

Diagram and specifications for mounting bracket B.

Appendix C – Transducer Mounting Dimensions

Detailed dimensions for transducer mounting.

Appendix D – Deck Cable Wiring

Wiring details for the deck cable.

Appendix E – Remote Serial Application

Information on the remote serial application.