Airmar TDT1000 User manual

TDT1000
17-615-01-rev. 03 09/19/17
Transducer Diagnostic Tester
User Guide
TDT1000
connector adapter cable
with NO connector
for transducers
terminal box

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Table of Contents
Important............................................................................................................. 4
Cautions............................................................................................................... 5
Introduction......................................................................................................... 5
Kit Includes......................................................................................................... 5
Adapter Cables.................................................................................................... 6
Where to Purchase Parts...................................................................................... 6
Test Set-up: Transducer....................................................................................... 7
Test Set-up: TDT1000......................................................................................... 8
About SensorCheck™App................................................................................... 12
Download SensorCheck App.........................................................................12
Connecting SensorCheck App to TDT1000........................................................ 13
SensorCheck Home Screen..................................................................................14
SensorCheck App Does NOT Connect..........................................................15
Menu Screen.........................................................................................................16
History............................................................................................................16
Catalog............................................................................................................17
Settings...........................................................................................................17
Identifying the Transducer: Flowchart.................................................................18
Getting Started................................................................................................18
Searching for XducerID®Feature..................................................................19
Airmar Transducer with NO XducerID®Feature.......................................... 20
Searching for Transducer by Original Equipment Manufacturer.................. 21
Unknown Transducer.....................................................................................22
Accessing Database........................................................................................22
SensorCheck Test Screens................................................................................... 23
Calibrating......................................................................................................23
Measuring.......................................................................................................24
Test Results....................................................................................................25
Test Summary................................................................................................ 27
Vessel Information.........................................................................................28
Chirp Transducer................................................................................................. 29
Calibrating & Measuring............................................................................... 29
Done Screen................................................................................................... 30
Sharing Test Results............................................................................................ 31
Interpreting Test Results...................................................................................... 32
Understanding the Graph............................................................................... 32
Testing in Small Bucket of Water..................................................................33
“In Range” Transducer Results......................................................................34
“Out of Range” Transducer Results...............................................................35
Corrupt Data...................................................................................................36
Why Does a Transducer Show Poor Results........................................................36
Software Revisions...............................................................................................36
Customer Service..................................................................................................36

IMPORTANT
Before removing and/or returning an
“Out of Range” transducer, please contact
your service representative for additional
product support.

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Introduction
The TDT1000 is a hand-held device used to check that a depth transducer is functioning properly. It
works with all Airmar transducers and most others.
When combined with the SensorCheck™ app on a Bluetooth®LE-enabled iOS or an Android device,
it can be use to test a transducer’s characteristics. Airmar transducers will be compared to the
original factory results. These results can be sent to a boat owner, dealer, installer, or an Airmar
technician.
Kit Includes
TDT1000 33-718-01
Adapter cable with terminal box (transducers with NO connector) 33-736-01
AC-DC Power Adapter Kit with international wall-plug adapters 33-739-01
Carrying case 33-740-01
Quick Start Guide 17-632-01
Owner’s Guide can be found at www.Airmar.com/tdt1000. 17-615-01
WARNINGS
Follow the precautions below for optimal product
performance and to reduce the risk of damage.
CAUTION: The transducer must be connected to the TDT1000 through
an adapter cable. Do NOT connect the transducer directly to the
TDT1000.
CAUTION: You must have the correct adapter cable for the transducer
being tested. Each OEM has specific adapter cables that work with their
transducers. You must use the adapter cable that matches the brand of
the transducer/instrument.
CAUTION: The transducer and adapter cable must be connected to the
TDT1000 before starting a test. Do NOT connect or disconnect a
transducer while testing is in progress. Doing so may damage the
TDT1000.
CAUTION: Prolonged operation of the transducer in air may cause it to
overheat, possibly resulting in failure.
WARNING: Lithium-ion batteries may be hazardous and can present a
serious fire hazard if damaged, defective, or improperly used. Exposure
to liquids, especially saltwater, can cause internal corrosion, damage to
the cells, or to the battery management system. Batteries should be
recharged within 24 hours of a full discharge. Do not charge at
temperatures below 40°F (4°C).
IMPORTANT: To compare the test results of two transducers, they must
both be tested in the same environment. Test results are very different
when a transducer is tested in deep water compared to a barrel of water.
IMPORTANT: Please read the instructions completely before proceeding.

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Adapter Cables
You must have the adapter cable that matches the brand of the transducer and mates with the
connector on the transducer being tested. You can purchase adapter cables for almost all
transducer/instrument brands.
Adapter Cable Part Number
Mix & Match Adapter Cable, 1kW, 9F - A connector 33-1323-01
Garmin Adapter Cable, 6M - A connector 33-1324-01
Garmin Adapter Cable, 8M - G connector 33-1325-01
Garmin Adapter Cable, 12M - G connector 33-1326-01
Furuno/Si-tex Adapter Cable, 8M - F (Fuji) connector 33-1327-01
Furuno Adapter Cable, 10M - FU connector 33-1328-01
Raymarine Adapter Cable, 8M - RR connector 33-1329-01
Raymarine Adapter Cable, 6/9F - A connector 33-1330-01
Raymarine Adapter Cable, 11M - LTW connector 33-1331-01
Lowrance Conventional Adapter Cable, 7FB - LR connector 33-1332-01
Lowrance Chirp Adapter Cable, dual 7FB - LR connector 33-1333-01
Simrad Adapter Cable, 7M - A connector 33-1334-01
Navman Adapter Cable, 6M - A connector 33-1335-01
Si-tex Adapter Cable, 8F - A connector 33-1337-01
Koden Adapter Cable, 8M - A connector 33-1338-01
Navico Adapter Cable, dual 9F - A connectors 33-1388-01
Mix & Match Adapter Cable, 600W, 5F - A connector 33-1389-01
Mix & Match Chirp Adapter Cable, 12M - MM connector 33-1390-01
Where to Purchase Parts
Obtain adapter cables from the following:
Gemeco (USA)
Tel: [phone]
email: [email protected]
Airmar EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)
Tel: [phone]
email: [email protected]

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Test Set-up: Transducer
IMPORTANT: Transducer Results taken in a barrel will be different from those taken in deeper
water.Testing can be done in a 20 - 40 liter (5 to 10 gal.) bucket with a minimum of 12 inches of
water. However, test results may be inconsistent due to reflections.
The transducer can be tested in one of two ways:
• Installed in a hull with the boat in water.
• Suspended in a barrel of water (Figure 1).
Testing in a Barrel
How Impedance is Measured
Transducer impedance measurements are taken by applying a small voltage to the transducer at the
frequency being measured. The impedance is calculated by comparing the voltage, current, and
precise timing between voltage and current. While these measurements are in process, the
transducer creates sound waves in the water.
Reflections
Reflected sound received by the transducer creates voltage and current that can interfere with the
precision impedance measurement. The smaller the container of water, the more interference the
measurement may have. This effect is reduced by using sound absorbing (reflecting/scattering)
materials. Another technique is to aim the transducer away from direct reflectors such as the bottom
or sides of the water container.
Setting-up Test Environment
CAUTION: DO NOT suspend a transducer by its cable, as it may sever internal connections.
• In general, the deeper the water the more accurate the results. A 200 liter (55 gal.) barrel is
recommended.
• Wet the face of the transducer. Then wipe off all air bubbles.
• The active face of the transducer must be submerged in water.
• Slightly angle (10°) the face of the transducer to avoid reflections.
• An improvised support for the transducer will be needed. Avoid suspending the transducer by the
cable, because it may sever internal wiring connections.
-Thru-hull and transom mount transducer can be suspended from a narrow board using
Velcro®brand, hook and loop, double-sided tape.
-In-hull transducers can be suspended by a rope through the handles.
-External, Cavity, Pocket, and Barrel mount transducers are best tested on a submerged
fixture bridging the sides of the barrel.
Figure 1. Transducer suspended in a 200 liter (55 gal.) barrel
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active face
hook & loop
double sided
board
tape (2)

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Test Set-up: TDT1000
Battery Check
Be sure the TDT1000 is charged or connected to a power supply before testing begins.
1. Power the TDT1000 ON by pushing the green Power button (Figure 2). The indicator light will glow
green.
2. Check that at least one of the battery-status lights is illuminated green.
NOTE: The battery will stay charged for up to 4 hours of continuous use.
Charging
NOTE: It is time to recharge the battery when there is only one battery-status light illuminated.
1. Plug the USB connector on the charging cable into the power adapter (Figure 2).
2. Plug the power adapter into a power supply.
3. Plug the micro-USB connector on the charging cable into the USB port on the TDT1000.
4. When the TDT1000 is charging, the Charging light will glow amber.
5. When the TDT1000 is fully charged, the Charging light will no longer be illuminated. Disconnect
the charging cable from the TDT.
Figure 2. Charging the TDT1000 (not to scale)
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power
adapter
charging
power adapter port
battery-status
light (3)
USB
connector
micro-USB connector
cable
Test in Progress
indicator light
Charging
indicator light
Power
indicator light
Function
indicator light

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Connecting
All transducers must be connected to the TDT1000 through an adapter cable. If the transducer has a
connector, you need a purchased adapter cable. It must match the brand of the instrument and the
number of pins in the connector of the transducer. For transducers with NO connector use the
supplied adapter cable with terminal box to connect to the TDT.
Transducer with Connector
IMPORTANT: All adapter cable tags have a yellow label “Connect to TDT1000.”
1. Each OEM has specific adapter cables. Be sure you have the correct one. Check the adapter-cable
tag to be sure it matches the brand of the instrument and number of pins in the transducer connector
(Figure 3).
NOTE: Many cables look alike or have the same connector.
2. If the transducer is connected to an instrument, disconnect it.
3. Plug the transducer connector into the adapter cable.
Figure 3. Adapter cable with yellow tag
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tag
Airmar 7p
TDT1000
connector
transducer
connector
AIRMAR
PN: XX-XXXX-XX
Rev: XX
TDT1000 Adapter Cable
Connector: XX-Brand
Customer Part #:
CONNECT TO TDT1000

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4. Plug the adapter cable into the test cable port on the TDT1000 (Figure 4) Twist and lock the
connector.
test cable
port
transducer
connector
transducer
transducer
Figure 4. Transducer with connector (not to scale)
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adapter cable
(purchased separately)
cable

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Transducer with NO Connector
1. Use the supplied adapter cable with terminal box. Connect each colored wire in the transducer cable
to the matching colored terminal in the terminal box. Follow the color code on the terminal box label.
2. Visually inspect all the wires. There should be no frayed strands or loose ends to cause shorting.
Do NOT include colored insulation inside a terminal. Check to be sure each wire is held firmly
within its terminal.
3. Connect the adapter cable to the TDT1000 at the test cable port (Figure 5).
test cable
port
colored wires
transducer
transducer
adapter cable
cable
Figure 5. Transducer with NO connector (not to scale)
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NO connector
terminal box

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About SensorCheck™App
The SensorCheck app will interface with the TDT1000:
• To find the Airmar XducerID®feature if it is present.
• To identify a transducer with NO XducerID feature.
• To test a transducer’s characteristics.
- Acceptable minimum impedance range.
- Acceptable frequency range.
• To compare a transducer being tested to Factory Data.
• To judge a transducer as either
- “In Range”: The transducer is functioning properly.
- “Out of Range”: The transducer may not be functioning properly. Or there may be a problem
with the test set-up or the instrument. Do NOT remove/return the transducer. Contact your
customer service representative.
• To summarize information about a transducer and the vessel in which it is installed.
• To store test history.
• To share test results.
Download SensorCheck App
The SensorCheck app by Airmar is compatible with Bluetooth LE-enabled iOS or Android devices.
1. Go to the App Store or Google Play (Figure 6).
2. Search on the word Airmar.
3. Download the free SensorCheck app.
NOTE: The SensorCheck app can be connected to only one TDT1000 at a time.
Figure 6. SensorCheck app icon
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Figure 7. SensorCheck QR Code
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Connecting SensorCheck App to TDT1000
NOTE: For the SensorCheck app to be fully functional, connect the mobile device to the Internet.
1. Have the mobile device fully charged or connected to power.
2. Be sure the Bluetooth setting is ON.
3. Place the mobile device within Bluetooth range of the TDT1000.
4. Power the TDT1000 ON by pushing the Power button (Figure 2).
- The Function light will glow white for a second as the TDT performs a self-check.
- The the Power light will glow green.
5. Start the SensorCheck app on your mobile device.
6. The splash screen will appear momentarily when the SensorCheck app connects to the TDT1000
(Figure 8).
NOTE: The SensorCheck app should reconnect to the last know TDT1000 automatically.
Figure 8. Splash Screen
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SensorCheck Home Screen
• After the Splash screen, the home screen will appear (Figure 9-A).
• “Connecting to TDT1000” will appear on the blue ribbon at the bottom of the screen.
• When “TDT1000 is ready to test” appears, you can begin a test (9-B).
Figure 9. Home Screen
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AB
Replace

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SensorCheck App Does NOT Connect
NOTE: The TDT1000 will automatically power off in five minutes if there is no activity.
“State” is the condition of the SensorCheck app at the current time.
• Your SensorCheck app will say “Searching for TDT1000” (Figure 10-A).
• If “No TDT1000 Found” appears, try again by touching the Search for TDT button (Figure 10-B).
• If “Check device power” appears, be sure the TDT1000 is powered ON.
• If “No TDT1000 found” appears, you will see the screen below (Figure 10-C).
- The SensorCheck app can connect to only one TDT1000 at a time.
- If you are still unable to connect, make sure another mobile device in not already connect to the
TDT1000.
Figure 10. No TDT1000 found
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A. Searching for TDT1000 B. Check device power C. No TDT1000 found

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Menu Screen
The pull-down menu on the home screen includes the following (Figure 11):
History (Figure 12)
• View all past test results.
• Delete unwanted test results.
Figure 11. Settings screen
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pull-down
menu
Figure 12. History screen
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Catalog
If you cannot identify the transducer you are testing, touch Catalog. The link will take you to the
marine Transducer section of Airmar’s website.
User-defined Measurements is NOT available at this time.
Settings
The Settings screen has information about the TDT1000 (Figure 13).
• State: The condition of the TDT1000 at the current time
• Name: The serial number of the TDT1000
• Version: The firmware version in the TDT1000
• Battery: The percentage of battery charge available
•Identify my TDT1000 button: If you are using more than one TDT1000, your mobile device will
remember the last TDT used.
-TouchtheIdentify my TDT1000 button to find the current TDT being used.
- The Function light on the connected TDT will flash blue.
•Search for TDT button: You can change from using one TDT1000 to a different TDT.
- Place the mobile device next to a different TDT1000.
-TouchtheSearch for TDT button on your mobile device.
•Enable Automatic Update button: When this button is filled, the mobile device automatically
connects to Airmar’s transducer database and gets the latest transducer data.
•Update Now button: Touch this button to get the latest transducer data from Airmar’s database.
Help
Touch Help to link to the TDT1000 web page on the Airmar.com website.
Figure 13. Settings screen
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Identifying the Transducer
Depending on whether or not the XducerID feature is present, follow one of the sequences shown in
the flow chart below (Figure 14).
Getting Started
1. Power the TDT1000 ON by pushing the Power button (Figure 2). Wait until the indicator light glows
green.
2. Check that at least one of the battery-status lights is glowing green.
3. Open the SensorCheck app on your device and connect to the TDT1000 via Bluetooth.
4. Touch the Start Test button on the SensorCheck app to begin testing.
NOTE: The blue ribbon at the bottom of the screen will indicate the TDT1000’s current activity.
Start Test
XducerID Test
Enter
Figure 14. Flowchart: Identifying a transducer
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information
Review
results
feature
Airmar or OEM
yes
no

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Searching for XducerID feature
The SensorCheck app automatically looks for the XducerID®feature. “Searching for XducerID®
feature” will appear on the blue ribbon at the bottom of the screen while the SensorCheck app looks
for this feature (Figure15).
•XducerID®: The transducer being tested is an Airmar transducer with the XducerID feature. Actual
Factory Data for this serial number will be retrieved from Airmar’s database. The blue plot line/
curve represents the actual factory test data for that specific transducer.
•No XducerID®feature: The transducer being tested does not have the XducerID feature. The
Cross Reference screen will appear.
Figure 15. Searching for the XducerID feature
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XducerID feature found No XducerID feature

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Airmar Transducer with NO XducerID Feature
NOTE: The part number of an Airmar transducer is printed on the cable tag.
• Enter either the model number or the part number of the transducer in the empty field (Figure 16).
• If the model number and the part number are unknown, scroll through the Cross Reference table.
• Touch to highlight the correct transducer. It will populate the field and the Start button will appear.
•TouchtheStart button.
Figure 16. Cross Reference screen
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Model Number Part Number
start
test
button
scroll