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Kongsberg EA440 User Manual

Kongsberg EA440
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392616/B
December2018©KongsbergMaritimeAS
EA440
Singlebeamhydrographicechosounder
Installationmanual
Thismanualprovidesyouwithinformationrequiredtoinstallthe
KongsbergEA440Singlebeamhydrographicechosounder.The
informationisintendedforqualiedpersonnelsuchasshipyard
engineersandskilledworkers.
Caution
TheEA440echosoundermustneverbepoweredupwhentheshipis
indrydock.Thetransducerwillbedamagedifittransmitsinopenair.
TopreventinadvertentuseoftheEA440,disconnectthemainspower
wheneverthevesselisindrydock.

Table of Contents

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Kongsberg EA440 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSingle beam echo sounder
Frequencies38 kHz, 200 kHz
Applicationdredging
Data AcquisitionReal-time data processing
Power Supply110-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Output1000 W RMS
InterfaceEthernet, RS-232
Storage Temperature-30°C to +70°C
Weight15 kg

Summary

About This Manual

Purpose and Target Audience

Explains the manual's aim and intended readers.

Online Information and Trademarks

Lists resources for further info and registered trademarks.

EA440 System Overview

System Diagram and Components

Illustrates the basic EA440 system and its main parts.

System Units: Operator Station and WBT

Details on Operator Station and Wide Band Transceiver (WBT).

Single-Beam Transducer Information

Information on available single-beam transducers.

Scope of Supply and Standard Delivery

Lists items included in a standard EA440 delivery.

Installation Requirements

Power Supply and Wiring Requirements

Specifies voltage, current, and cable routing requirements.

Compass Deviation and Noise Sources

Addresses potential compass interference and acoustic noise factors.

Network Security Considerations

Outlines security measures when connecting to a network.

Installation Preparations

Installation Summary and Drawings

Overview of installation tasks and drawing requirements.

Tools, Equipment, and Consumables

Lists necessary tools and materials for installation.

Transducer Placement Guidelines

Recommendations for optimal transducer location.

Acoustic Noise Reduction Strategies

Methods to minimize acoustic noise impact.

Installing EA440 Hardware Units

WBT Installation: Brackets and Cabinet

How to install the WBT using brackets or in a cabinet.

Commercial Computer Installation

Guidelines for installing the Operator Station computer.

WBT Cabinet and Drawer Mounting

Procedures for mounting the WBT cabinet and its drawers.

Steel Conduit Installation

Steps for designing and mounting the protective steel conduit.

Transducer Installation Methods

Detailed steps for installing transducers on various hull types.

Cable Layout and Interconnections

Cable Plan and List

Overview of system cabling and a list of cables.

Installing EA440 Cables

Guidance on connecting transducer, power, and Ethernet cables.

Power, Ground, and Synchronization Connections

How to connect power, ground, and synchronization signals.

Technical Specifications

Performance and Interface Specifications

Details on system performance and supported data formats.

Physical, Power, and Environmental Specs

Specs for weight, power requirements, and operating conditions.

Equipment Handling and Storage

Transporting and Lifting Procedures

Guidelines for safe transportation and lifting of units.

Inspection and Storage Guidelines

Steps for inspecting units upon arrival and storing them.

Unpacking Instructions for Units and Transducers

Detailed steps for unpacking various system components.

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