Edgetech 2050-DSS User Manual

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3.2 2050-DSS Starmux IV Topside Technical Description
Edgetech topside digital links provide power to the towfish while acting as a digital link between the
towfish and a topside computer with EdgeTech’s Discover application installed on it. Discover provides
the ability to monitor and control towfish systems and process and record sonar data. The digital link also
provides input connections for supporting survey equipment, navigation devices, and a trigger.
Edgetech topside rack-mount configurations include a configured Windows computer with a display,
trackball mouse, keyboard, and digital link, all housed in a rugged case. The computer has a Windows
operating system and Edgetech’s Discover 2050 Software Application installed and configured for use. An
additional display can be purchased and connected with the system if required.
3.2.1 Starmux IV Controls, Indicators, and Connections
FRONT PANEL STARMUX IV
Starmux IV Power Switch
Rocker switch. Turns the Starmux Digital Link on or off. The rear line
power switch needs to be turned on for this switch to function.
LAN Indicator Light
Green indicator. Flashes continuously when an Ethernet connection is
established.
LINK Indicator Light
Green indicator. Flashes while the Starmux Digital Link is establishing a
reliable communications link with the side-scan sonar. Illuminates
continuously when a reliable communications link with the sonar is
established.
Fish Power Indicator Light
Red indicator. Illuminated when the Starmux Digital Link is on, and the
tow vehicle is properly connected to it.
PWR Indicator Light
Green indicator. Illuminated when the Starmux Digital Link is on.
Digital Display
Displays the current Starmux current output.
BACK PANEL STARMUX IV
Line VAC Connector
Connection for the AC power cord.
Line Power Switch
Rocker switch. Switches AC power to the power switch on the front
panel of the Starmux Digital Link.
AC Fuse
10A 250V 3AG Fuse (PN# 0003716)
GND Lug
Electrical grounding lug for sea ground.
Data Ethernet Connector
RJ-45 standard ethernet connection for connecting to a computer.
FSK Sync Connector
BNC Input data connector for an FSK beacon external trigger. See
CONNECTING TO THE 2050 RACK MOUNT WITH STARMUX IV DL for more
details.
Fuse
2A 440VAC 3AB 3AG Fuse (PN# 0023405)
Sea Cable Connector
Sub Conn MCBH4F female connector to sea cable going out to tow
vehicle.
Table 3-4: Starmux IV Controls, Indicators, and Connections

Edgetech 2050-DSS Specifications

General

Brand	Edgetech
Model	2050-DSS
Category	Marine Equipment
Language	English