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Wesmar HD825 Series User Manual

Wesmar HD825 Series
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OPERATION and INSTALLATION
MANUAL
WESTERN MARINE ELECTRONICS
14120 NE 200th Street, PO Box 7201
Woodinville, WA 98072-4001 USA
Telephone: (425) 481-2296 Fax: (425) 486-0909
dsoderberg@wesmar.com www.wesmar.com
August 2013
HD825 Series Sonar
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Wesmar HD825 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWesmar
ModelHD825 Series
CategorySonar
LanguageEnglish

Summary

HD825 Sonar Control Panel Overview

Sonar Power and Basic Controls

Includes ON/OFF, Sound volume, and Hoist controls.

Sonar Display and Navigation Controls

Covers Screen Selection, Cursor, Sector Size, and Bearing Line.

Sonar Scan and Range Controls

Manages Range, Tilt, Reverse Scan, and Sector adjustments.

Introduction to Sonar Technology

Sonar Theory of Operation

Explains how sonar transmits sound and interprets echoes.

Scanning Sonars vs. Echo Sounders

Compares the functionality of scanning sonars to echo sounders.

Sonar Transducer Functionality

Describes the transducer's role in emitting and receiving sound waves.

Sonar Operation and User Interface

General Sonar Operation Advice

Guidance on becoming proficient with the sonar and its applications.

Sonar User Interface Navigation

Explains how to navigate the software interface via the control panel.

Sonar Power-On and Self-Test (POST)

POST Sequence Details and Indicators

Describes the startup sequence and status indicators during POST.

Sonar Software Menus and Basic Operation

Sonar Software Menu Navigation

Details navigation through the software menus and control panel.

WESMAR 825 Main Screen Overview

Introduces the primary display and its operational modes.

Sonar Screen Display Options

Describes the four available screen selections for viewing sonar data.

HD825 Main Menu Bar Options

Sonar Display Range and Tilt Settings

Manages the display distance and transducer angle.

Sonar Scan Sector and Speed Settings

Controls the scan sector size and transducer rotation speed.

Sonar Target Focus and Center Controls

Adjusts zoom magnification and sector center point.

Sonar and Profiler Configuration Options

Sonar Pulse Length Configuration

Adjusts pulse length for target definition and range.

Sonar Filter: Enhance Setting

Enhances display of weaker targets.

Sonar Filter: Limiter Setting

Reduces external interference and noise.

Sonar Filter: General Settings

Eliminates weak targets and light noise for better contrast.

Sonar Filter: Specific Applications

Filter settings for dispersed fish, schools, and bottom typing.

Sonar TVG (Time-Variable Gain)

Adjusts receiver gain based on range to offset propagation loss.

Sonar TVG and Power Settings

Sonar TVG Adjustments by Frequency

Specific TVG settings for different sonar frequencies.

Sonar Power Output Adjustment

Adjusts transmitter output power for optimal range.

Sonar Color Display Configuration

Sonar Color Threshold Settings

Sets color mapping for targets based on signal strength.

Sonar Color: Deleted and Clip Settings

Manages deleted colors and the clip color for hardest targets.

Sonar Color: Background, Palette, Cursor, and Text

Configures screen background, target colors, cursor, and text.

Local Settings Configuration

Local Screen and Display Settings

Manages screen selections, range marks, and A-scan.

Local Target Shape and Panel Box Settings

Sets target shape and configures the panel box display.

Local Settings: Sync and Audio

Synchronizes sonars and activates audio modes.

Calibrate Settings Configuration

Calibration: Units Selection

Selects display units for range (meters, fathoms, feet).

Calibration: Language Selection

Sets the display language, defaulting to English.

Calibration: Offset and Tuning

Adjusts screen alignment and transmitter frequency.

Calibration: Test Pattern Mode

Activates sonar simulation mode for testing.

Scanning Sonar Techniques

Sonar Techniques: Deep Water Operation

Strategies for operating sonar in deep water conditions.

Sonar Techniques: Shallow Water Operation

Techniques for operating sonar effectively in shallow water.

System Components Overview

Core Sonar System Components

Covers Console, Computer Control Unit, Transmit/Hoist Box, and Power Supply.

Monitor Requirements and Considerations

Specifications for the display monitor and installation.

Seachest Installation

Seachest Installation Overview

Introduction to the seachest installation process.

Installation: Space Requirements

Calculates required vertical height for hull, seachest, and hoist.

Seachest Location Guidelines

Optimal Seachest Placement

Details factors for selecting the best seachest location.

Athwart Vessel Seachest Location Options

Describes placement relative to the vessel's keel.

Seachest Specifications

Seachest Pipe and Flange Specifications

Specifications for 6-inch and 8-inch seachests.

Electric Hoist Installation

Calculate Soundome Tube Length

Determines the correct length for the soundome tube.

Check Soundome Clearance in Seachest

Ensures proper clearance for the soundome within the seachest.

Fasten Soundome to Soundome Tube

Secures the soundome to its mounting tube.

Assemble Hoist Components

Steps for assembling the hoist mechanism and clamps.

Attach Hoist Assembly to Seachest

Mounts the assembled hoist onto the seachest.

Hoist Wiring and Calibration

Hoist Wiring Overview

General information on hoist motor cable connections.

Check and Calibrate Hoist Travel Distance

Verifies and adjusts the soundome's vertical travel distance.

Hoist Packing Gland Adjustment

Tightens and checks the packing gland for proper sealing.

Hydraulic Hoist Installation

Install Hydraulic Hoist Soundome

Installs the soundome into the hydraulic hoist assembly.

Install Hydraulic Ram

Installs the hydraulic ram into the soundome tube.

Install Hydraulic Hoist Assembly on Seachest

Mounts the hydraulic hoist assembly onto the seachest.

Install Hydraulic Power Pack

Mounts and connects the hydraulic power pack.

DC Hydraulic Hoist Wiring

DC Hoist Board Wiring Details

Wiring instructions for the DC hoist control board.

DC Hoist Solenoid Valve Wiring

Connects the solenoid valve for hoist operation.

DC Hoist Limit Switch Wiring

Connects the upper and lower limit switches.

DC Hoist Motor Wiring

Connects the DC motor power and fuses.

AC Hydraulic Hoist Wiring

AC Hoist Board Wiring Details

Wiring instructions for the AC hoist control board.

AC Hoist Control Cable Wiring

Connects the AC hoist control cable to the switch panel.

Operation Check: Hydraulic Hoist

First Time Lowering Procedure

Steps for the initial lowering of the soundome.

Check Hoist Soundome Travel

Measures and verifies the soundome's vertical travel distance.

Packing Gland Check and Adjustment

Checks and adjusts the packing gland after initial operation.

Hydraulic Hoist Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting Common Hoist Issues

Addresses common problems like reversed operation or motor not running.

Hydraulic Maintenance Schedule

Monthly Hydraulic Hoist Checks

Regular checks for oil reservoir and packing gland.

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