What to do if NORBIT WBMS Industrial Equipment GUI does not match description or is not performing as described?
If the NORBIT Industrial Equipment GUI does not match the description or is not performing as described, obtain the latest installer from NORBIT Support.
What to do if NORBIT WBMS Industrial Equipment sonar or GUI does not behave as expected?
If the NORBIT Industrial Equipment sonar or GUI is not behaving as expected, perform a factory reset. Select 'Set Sonar Factory Defaults' on the Connection dialog to clear the configuration.
How to fix NORBIT WBMS when sonar is connected but no INS data is received?
If the NORBIT Industrial Equipment sonar is connected but no INS data is being received, try the following: * Disable Windows Firewall, or allow NORBIT GUI access and add an exception for UDP port 5602. * Open Windows Command Prompt and type `ping 192.168.53.100` to check if the INS is detectable. * Check network configuration to ensure the computer IP address doesn't conflict with the INS IP address (192.168.53.100). * Check cable connections and re-seat if necessary. * Check for bent sonar cable pins. * Check for a possible IP address conflict in network settings. * Ground SIU. * Go to INS Tools > INS Setup Wizard and select Factory to restore default settings. * Perform the “resistance test” to check status of circuit components. Refer to Appendix for pinout diagrams.
How to achieve successful heading alignment in NORBIT WBMS Industrial Equipment?
If you're unable to achieve successful heading alignment with your NORBIT Industrial Equipment: * Check antenna connections, ensuring that antennas are connected to correct primary/secondary sockets. * Verify offset measurements. * Reset INS to factory defaults and start configuration over. * Review the GNSS environment. Try a different area or time.
What to check if IMU is connected but there is no sonar connected in NORBIT WBMS?
If the IMU is connected but there is no sonar connected in your NORBIT Industrial Equipment setup: * Check cable connections and re-seat if necessary. * There may be a possible IP address conflict. Check network settings. * Ensure that GUI and BathyProxy are allowed in Windows Firewall. * Ground SIU.
Why the bottom detection quality is degraded in NORBIT Industrial Equipment?
If the bottom detection quality of your NORBIT Industrial Equipment is degraded: * Check the sonar head for marine biofouling. Clean barnacles off gently. * Check that sonar cable connectors are clean, dry, and properly seated.
What to do if NORBIT WBMS surface SV sensor is not connected or shows incorrect values?
If the surface SV sensor is not connected or shows incorrect values on your NORBIT Industrial Equipment: * Check the SV sensor connection and tighten if necessary. * Stop the vessel to allow air bubbles to dissipate to see if reasonable values return. Adjust mounting to reduce bubble formation. * Inspect the sensor for visible damage. Any distortion in the sensor may cause incorrect measurements. * Check for foreign objects or debris on the sensor.
What to do if NORBIT Industrial Equipment is unable to receive RTK corrections?
If you are unable to receive RTK corrections on your NORBIT Industrial Equipment, consider the following: * Check COM port settings. * Check cable connections. * Verify IP address and mount point if using network solution. * Check radio link, check frequency, and verify that baud rates and corrector types match. * Try with Null Modem to swap pins 2/3. * Check on a different unit to verify data stream. * For serial RTK data, use terminal emulator such as PuTTY to verify the data stream. * If using NTRIP, check the Internet connection and verify login details.
What causes NORBIT WBMS sonar display freezes and data packets are dropped?
If the NORBIT Industrial Equipment sonar display freezes and data packets are dropped: * Run Windows Task Manager to check if unnecessary programs or processes are consuming excessive network bandwidth. * Replace bad switch, hub or cable. * Update the computer network card driver. * Select Set Sonar Factory Defaults on the Connection dialog.
How to resolve data quality issues (motion artefacts, etc.) in NORBIT Industrial Equipment?
If you're experiencing data quality issues like motion artifacts with your NORBIT Industrial Equipment: * Ensure that multiple network cards (Wi-Fi and wired) are NOT connected to the same subnet, as this causes duplication of navigation data in the files. * Review the physical installation, ensuring that the mounting structure is rigid and free from vibration. * Check that there is no independent movement between GNSS antennas, and review the antenna separation (2m is ideal). * Review offsets and positioning quality. * Review the Data Quality Control Checklist.
Provides a list of terms and their definitions used in the manual.
Explains the core features, capabilities, and technology behind the NORBIT WBMS sonar system.
Details the technical specifications of the WBMS system, including dimensions and weight.
Provides guidelines and best practices for maintaining and protecting the sonar system.
Outlines a periodic inspection and maintenance schedule for the sonar system.
Specifies the clean power requirements for proper operation of the WBMS family systems.
Describes the sonar head and its components, including the receiver and projector arrays.
Details the Sonar Interface Unit (SIU) and its role in connecting the sonar to the acquisition system.
Provides guidance on planning and executing the physical mounting of the sonar system.
Explains how to properly mount sonar, IMU, and GNSS antennas for optimal performance.
Describes how to synchronize timing signals from sonar, GNSS, and IMU.
Defines key reference points (WBMS, IMU, Bracket) for system configuration.
Provides detailed offsets and mounting angles for various WBMS configurations.
Steps for installing the WBMS Graphical User Interface (GUI) software.
Configuring network settings to ensure the computer communicates with the SIU.
Procedure for establishing a connection between the GUI and the sonar system.
Utilizing INS tools within the GUI for setup, configuration, and diagnostics.
Overview of the main display elements and data presentation within the WBMS GUI.
Detailed explanation of sonar settings menus for optimal data acquisition.
Information on raw data recording formats and output options.
Discusses maximizing bandwidth for quality bottom detection and ping rate adjustment.
Explains the three bottom detection methods: Amplitude, Phase, and Weighted Blend.
Details the steerable projector system for ensonifying specific areas and complex structures.
Resolves misalignments between sonar and navigation system using reciprocal lines.
Verifies draft corrections by lowering an object to a known water depth.
Periodically verifies surface sound speed probe readings against another source.
Provides step-by-step instructions for setting up a dual-head sonar system.
Ensures transmit frequencies of two sonars do not overlap for dual head operation.
A wide beam angle sonar for obstacle avoidance and marine feature monitoring.
Acquires topographic data concurrently with multibeam data.
Discusses useful software tools for serial and network connection interrogation.
Provides a table to facilitate troubleshooting of common sonar and INS problems.
Provides steps to change the sonar's IP address via telnet.
Provides guidelines for diagnosing sonar-related issues and performing checks.
Outlines steps for diagnosing Applanix INS issues, checking timing, LEDs, and cables.
Guides users through configuring HYPACK 2017a for NORBIT sonars.
Provides recommended QINSy v8.18 configurations for NORBIT sonars.
Details PDS setup requiring Force Push enabled in WBMS GUI connection settings.
Covers WBMS GUI Version 10 Hotfix setup for receiving data in EIVA.
Instructions for unpacking and inspecting sonar system and cables.
Basic steps for mounting and aligning the sonar unit on a vessel.
Connecting SIU to PC via Ethernet and setting IP addresses.
Navigating INS Tools and using the Setup Wizard and Alignment Wizard.
Handling special scenarios requiring alternate POS MV COM port configurations.
Provides dimensional drawings for iWBMS/iWBMSh wet-end units.
Provides dimensional drawings for the WBMS Sonar Interface Unit (SIU).
Details socket pin assignments for the WBMS SIU.
Details socket pin assignments for the iWBMS iSIU.
Details pin assignments for the WBMS interface cable (PN 33029).
Provides dimensions for the decoupled IMU mounting bracket.
Provides dimensions for the dual head bracket for iWBMSc/iWBMSe.
General| Category | Industrial Equipment |
|---|---|
| Operating Frequency | 200-400 kHz |
| Number of Beams | 512 |
| Data Output | Ethernet |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC |
| Beamwidth | 0.9° x 0.9° |
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