Edgetech 6205S - Positioning the Topside Interface Box; Figure 5-3: 6205 S Deployment, Option 3 - to a USV (Sea Robotics in this Example)

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Figure 5-3: 6205s Deployment, Option 3 – to a USV (Sea Robotics in this example)
5.3 Positioning the Topside Interface Box
The Topside Interface Box should be positioned to enable direct communications with the deck crew
operating the survey vessel, sonar head, and other supporting sensors. Try and position the box out of
areas of direct sunlight, especially in tropical environments, as heat build-up can occur, and viewing status
indicators can become difficult to see due to brightness and glare.
The topside interface box can be set up in several ways, depending on the model purchased. The 6205s-
R 19-in Rack Mount version should be located and set up in a dry, sheltered area on the survey vessel that
is protected from weather and water spray. The 6205s-P portable design is a bit more versatile since it is
watertight when closed and can be set up anywhere on the survey vessel. Care should be taken, however,
to keep the ends of the breakout cables dry. Do not submerge the 6205s-P.