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SERIES 3900 SONAR
SYSTEM
Operations and Maintenance Manual
P/N 11214510, Rev. 02
11 Klein Drive
Salem, NH 03079-1249
U.S.A.
Tel: (603) 893-6131
Fax: (603) 893-8807
www.KleinMarineSystems.com

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Klein 3900 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKlein
Model3900 Series
CategorySonar
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SERIES 3900 SONAR SYSTEM Operations and Maintenance Manual

CHAPTER 2: SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Sonar System

Details the specifications of the sonar system components.

2.2 Sonar Transceiver and Processing Unit (TPU)

Specifications for the Sonar Transceiver and Processing Unit (TPU).

2.3 Computer Display and Control Unit

Specifications for the Computer Display and Control Unit.

2.5 Towfish

Specifications for the Towfish unit.

CHAPTER 3: PREPARATION FOR USE

3.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Instructions for unpacking and inspecting system components.

3.2 Mechanical Installation of the TPU and Computer

Guidelines for physically installing the TPU and computer.

CHAPTER 4: EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

4.1 Maintenance General Comments

General guidance and comments regarding equipment maintenance.

4.2 Maintenance Checklists

Checklists for daily, weekly, and long-term equipment maintenance.

CHAPTER 5: SPLASHPROOF TPU

5.1 General Description

Provides a general overview of the Splashproof TPU.

APPENDIX A: NOTES ON HANDLING TOW CABLES

A.1 Unreeling Tow Cable

Instructions on how to safely unreel tow cables.

A.3 Cable Kinking

Discussion on the causes and effects of cable kinking.

APPENDIX B: TPU SOFTWARE INTERFACE AND CONTROL

B.1 Control Methods

Methods for controlling the TPU via Ethernet, NMEA, or startup scripts.

B.2 Startup Script

Details on using startup scripts to configure TPU parameters.

APPENDIX C: GENERAL SETUP AND CONFIGURATION

C.1 Basic System Requirements

Minimum PC system requirements for the Sonar System.

C.2 Basic System Setup

General steps for setting up the sonar system.

C.3 Installing SonarPro

Instructions for installing the SonarPro software.

C.4 Configuring the LAN Connection

Steps to configure the Local Area Network connection.

APPENDIX D: DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS

Table D-1: List of Drawings and Parts Lists

Lists drawings and parts for reference and troubleshooting.

Sonar System Warranty

What Is Covered

Details the equipment covered under the limited warranty.

SERVICE WORK BY SELLER

Warranty terms for service work performed by the seller.

Conditions Of Warranty

a) Seller’s warranty policy...

Exclusions and conditions for the warranty policy.

i) Buyer is responsible for the prepayment...

Buyer pays shipping, insurance, duties for returns.

l) This warranty is strictly limited...

Warranty is limited to terms indicated; no implied warranties.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Changes, Errors And Ommissions

Software License Agreement

Preface

What's in This Manual

Chapter 1: Overview

Overview of system components, functional and physical descriptions.

Chapter 2: Specifications

Details physical and performance specifications of system components.

Chapter 3: Preparation for Use

Instructions for unpacking, setup, and pre-survey checkout.

Chapter 4: Equipment Maintenance

Checklists for daily, weekly, and long-term inspection and service.

Chapter 5: Splashproof TPU

Functional description, setup, and operating instructions for Splashproof TPU.

Appendix A: Notes on Handling Tow Cables

Information on tow cable handling.

Appendix B: TPU Software Interface and Control

Describes control and initialization procedures for the system.

Appendix C: General Setup and Configuration

Includes basic setup and configuration information.

Appendix D: Drawings and Parts Lists

Provides drawings and parts lists for reference and troubleshooting.

CHAPTER 1: OVERVIEW

1.1 Equipment

Details the components of the Series 3900 Sonar System.

1.1.1 Single Beam Sonar Instrumented Towfish

Description of the sonar towfish and its electronics.

1.1.2 Transceiver and Processing Unit (TPU)

Description of the TPU's function in data processing.

1.2 Features

Lists the key capabilities and features of the Sonar System.

1.3 Physical Description

1.3.1 Surface Equipment

Description of the surface subsystem components like TPU and computer.

1.3.2 Subsurface Equipment

Description of the subsurface equipment, including towfish and cable.

1.4 Theory of Operation

1.4.1 Introduction

Introduction to the Series 3900 Sonar System's purpose.

1.4.2 Towfish

Explanation of the towfish's composition and operation.

1.4.3 Transceiver and Processing Unit

CHAPTER 2: SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Sonar System

Details the specifications of the sonar system components.

2.2 Sonar Transceiver and Processing Unit (TPU)

2.2.1 TPU Operation

Describes the basic operation and controls of the TPU.

2.2.3 RS-232 COM 1, COM3 and COM4 Ports

Specifications for the RS-232 COM ports.

2.2.5 LAN Input/Output Port

Specifications for the LAN input/output port.

2.2.7 Physical Characteristics

Physical dimensions and weight of the TPU.

2.5 Towfish

2.5.2 Transducers

Details on the towfish transducers, beam angle, and depth limit.

2.5.3 Transmitter

Information on the transmitter type, pulse width, and driver.

2.5.4 Receiver

Details on the receiver type, noise figure, and TVG range.

2.5.5 A/D Converter

Specifications for the Analog-to-Digital converter.

2.5.6 Multiplexer

2.5.8 Physical Characteristics

2.5.9 Heading Sensor

2.6 Tow Cable

CHAPTER 3: PREPARATION FOR USE

3.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Instructions for unpacking and inspecting system components.

3.1.1 Unpacking the TPU

Steps for unpacking the Transceiver and Processing Unit.

3.2 Mechanical Installation of the TPU and Computer

3.2.1 Location

Recommendations for locating the TPU and computer.

3.2.3 Isolating from Shock and Vibration

Methods to isolate equipment from shock and vibration.

3.3 Power Connection

3.3.1 Connecting Cables and Power Cords

Instructions for connecting system cables and power cords.

3.3.2 Power Line Fuse

3.3.3 Towfish Fuse

3.3.4 Grounding

3.4 Towfish Setup

3.4.1 General Rigging Notes and Cautions

General notes and cautions for rigging the towfish.

3.4.2 Tow Cable Electrical Connection

Procedures for making and breaking tow cable electrical connections.

3.4.3 Towfish and Optional Depressor Connection

3.4.4 Tow Cable Disconnection

3.5 Quick Start Installation and Operating Guide

3.5.1 Hardware Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the system hardware.

3.5.2 Deck Test

Procedure for performing a deck test of the system.

3.5.3 At-Sea Test

CHAPTER 4: EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

4.1 Maintenance General Comments

General guidance and comments regarding equipment maintenance.

4.2 Maintenance Checklists

Checklists for daily, weekly, and long-term equipment maintenance.

4.2.1 Daily Maintenance Checklist

Steps for daily maintenance at the end of operations.

4.2.2 Weekly Maintenance Checklist

Steps for weekly maintenance at the end of the week.

4.2.3 Long Term Maintenance Checklist

Steps for long-term maintenance at six-month intervals.

CHAPTER 5: SPLASHPROOF TPU

5.1 General Description

Provides a general overview of the Splashproof TPU.

5.1.3 External Connections

Description of the external connections to the Splashproof TPU.

5.1.4 Operator Controls and Indicators

Description of the operator controls and indicators on the TPU.

5.1.5 Functional Components

Description of the main functional components within the Splashproof TPU.

5.2 Setting up and Connecting the Splashproof TPU

5.2.2 Connecting Power

Instructions for connecting power sources to the Splashproof TPU.

5.2.3 Configuring the Wireless Network Connection for Windows 2000

Configuration steps for Windows 2000 LAN setup.

5.2.4 Configuring the Wireless Network Connection for Windows XP

Configuration steps for Windows XP LAN setup.

5.3 Activating the Splashproof TPU

5.4 Specifications

5.5 Splashproof TPU Drawings

APPENDIX A: NOTES ON HANDLING TOW CABLES

A.1 Unreeling Tow Cable

Instructions on how to safely unreel tow cables.

A.3 Cable Kinking

Discussion on the causes and effects of cable kinking.

A.3.1 Cause of Cable Kinking

A.3.3 Result of Cable Kinking

APPENDIX B: TPU SOFTWARE INTERFACE AND CONTROL

B.1 Control Methods

Methods for controlling the TPU via Ethernet, NMEA, or startup scripts.

B.2 Startup Script

Details on using startup scripts to configure TPU parameters.

B.4 Snapshots

B.6 Towfish Commands

B.6.1 5000 System MUX Commands

Commands to control the 5000 System Multiplexer.

B.6.2 5000 System Transmitter Commands

B.6.3 System 5000 Actuator Commands

B.6.4 3000 System Multiplexer Commands

B.6.5 Auxiliary and Compass Commands

B.6.6 System 5900 MUX Commands

B.6.7 System 5900 DSP Commands

B.6.8 System 5900 Transmitter Commands

B.7 System x000 Sub-Bottom Profiler (SBP) Commands

B.6.10 Datalogger On/Off commands

APPENDIX C: GENERAL SETUP AND CONFIGURATION

C.1 Basic System Requirements

Minimum PC system requirements for the Sonar System.

C.2 Basic System Setup

General steps for setting up the sonar system.

C.3 Installing SonarPro

C.4 Configuring the LAN Connection

C.4.1 Windows NT LAN Configuration Setup

Configuration steps for Windows NT LAN setup.

C.4.2 Windows 2000 LAN Configuration Setup

C.4.3 Windows XP LAN Configuration Setup

C.5 TPU LAN Configuration Setup

C.6 Tow Cable Considerations

C.6.1 Measuring Cable Insertion Loss

Procedure for measuring cable insertion loss.

C.6.2 Spare Tow Cable

APPENDIX D: DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS

Table D-1: List of Drawings and Parts Lists

Lists drawings and parts for reference and troubleshooting.

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