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R2Sonic 2022 User Manual

R2Sonic 2022
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SONIC 2024/2022
BROADBAND MULTIBEAM ECHOSOUNDERS
Operation Manual V3.0
Part No. 96000001

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R2Sonic 2022 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandR2Sonic
Model2022
CategoryMarine Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Outline of Equipment

Overview of the R2Sonic Sonic 2024/2022 MBES, its architecture, and the Sonic Control GUI.

2 SONIC SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Sonic 2024 System Specification

Detailed technical specifications for the Sonic 2024 multibeam echosounder system.

2.2 Sonic 2022 System Specification

Detailed technical specifications for the Sonic 2022 multibeam echosounder system.

2.3 Sonic 2024 Dimensions and Weights

Physical dimensions and dry/wet weights for the Sonic 2024 system components.

3 SONIC 2024/2022 SONAR HEAD INSTALLATION – Surface Vessel

3.1 Sonic 2024/2022 Receive Module Installation

Guidelines for mounting the Sonic 2024/2022 sonar head's receive module.

3.2 Sonar Head Installation Guidelines

General guidelines for installing the sonar head on various vessel types.

4 Sonic 2024/2022 Mounting: Sub-Surface (ROV/AUV)

4.1 Installation Considerations

Key considerations for installing the sonar system on ROV/AUV platforms, including wiring.

4.2 ROV Installation Examples

Diagrams illustrating typical installation schemes for single and dual head ROV setups.

5 SONIC 2024/2022 SONAR INTERFACE MODULE (SIM) INSTALLATION and INTERFACING

5.1 Sonar Interface Module (SIM)

Introduction to the SIM, its function as a communication center for the system.

6 OPERATION OF THE SONIC 2024/2022 VIA SONIC CONTROL

6.1 Installing Sonic Control Graphical User Interface

Steps for installing the Sonic Control software on a computer.

6.2 Network Setup

Configuring network parameters (IP, Subnet Mask) for communication between system components.

6.3 Sensor Setup (Serial Interfacing)

Configuring serial communication parameters for GPS, Motion, Heading, and SVP sensors.

6.8 Main Operation Parameters

Controls for key operating parameters like Range, Power, Pulse Length, and Gain.

6.6 Tools | Firmware Upgrade

Procedure for upgrading the system's firmware for SIM and sonar head.

7 SONIC 2024/2022 THEORY OF OPERATION

7.1 Sonic 2024/2022 Sonar Head Block Diagram

Block diagram illustrating the internal components and data flow of the sonar head.

7.2 Sonic 2024/2022 Transmit (Normal Operation Mode)

Explanation of the projector's operation, transmit pattern, and frequency dependence.

7.3 Sonic 2024/2022 Receive (Normal Operation Mode)

Details on the receiver operation, pattern, and data output to the SIM.

APPENDIX IV: The Patch Test

11 Introduction

Importance of sonar head alignment with motion sensor/gyro for depth accuracy.

11.1 Orientation of the Sonic 2024/2022 Sonar Head

Understanding sonar head orientation (roll, pitch) and its impact on depth and position accuracy.

11.2 Patch Test Criteria

Criteria for collecting data for patch test, covering flat bottom and slope features.

11.3 Solving for the Patch Test

How patch test results are used as corrections in data collection software.

Appendix VI Sonic Control Commands

13 R2Sonic Control Commands

Overview of commands used to control the Sonic 2024/2022 system via Sonic Control.

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