Chapter 12: Final Recording Medium Setup, Rev. 1.5
12.2.2.3 Mounting L3 HVR/SVR Fixed FRM/SFRM Capsules
Plan to mount the L3 HVR/SVR Fixed FRM/SFRM Capsule near the bridge on the external deck
to increase the probability of its survival and recovery after an incident. The capsule must be
positioned clear of rigging and other potential obstructions and as near to the centreline of the
ship as practically possible.
NOTE: Refer to diagrams in the Appendix 7: Approved Drawings for specific L3
HVR/SVR capsule details.
Criteria to be considered when assessing the optimum position shall include but not be limited to
the following:
• Separation from fuel or other potential fire sources;
• Separation from probable sources of mechanical damage;
• Operational environment for continued serviceability;
• Accessibility for copying of recorded data and for routine maintenance;
• Facilitation of underwater removal and retrieval by both divers and ROVs;
• Clear unobstructed space around the capsule to allow an ROV or diver to work; and
• Mounted away from sound absorbing materials such as honeycomb structure, tarpaulin
fabrics, clothing, cargo, etc to ensure that the Rutter FRM (RUT-02447) Fixed Capsule
beacon operates correctly.
The L3 HVR/SVR Fixed FRM/SFRM Capsule is supplied with interconnect cable. These cables
must connect to the VDR-100G3/S through a junction box (not provided with VDR-100G3/S).
The junction box must be shielded and connected to the hull of the vessel. The junction box is
normally mounted on the exterior deck and located near the FRM/SFRM and positioned within
range of the interconnect cable. All hull penetrations for cables must be fitted with waterproof
glands (not provided with VDR-100G3/S).
VDR-100G3/G3S Installation Manual 10/12/2008
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