APPLIED ACOUSTICS SYSTEMS 3510 PAM Portable User manual
PAM Portable
Operation Manual
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Revision History
Issue Change
No. Reason for change Date
A N/A Draft Issue 15/02/12
B N/A First Release 09/03/12
1 N/A Final Release 15/11/12
2 1332
Omitted 3510 unit weight and dimensions added.
Other minor amendments. 08/05/13
3 1454
Addition of 529 Release Commands
Addition of Compatt Commands
Addition of LF Compatibility
Addition of dunker model 3191
Other minor amendments
29/04/14
4 1480
Addition of Pinger
Addition of IXBlue 16/06/14
5 1493
Add extra channels to Sonardyne Beacon setup
Updated Option Code information 16/07/14
6 1507 Amendments to 15xx release information 18/08/14
7 1533 V-Nav section expanded 03/10/14
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Table of Contents
REVISION HISTORY......................................................................................................................................... 3
1. INTRODUCTION TO THE 3510 PAM PORTABLE..................................................................................... 7
FEATURES /COMPATIBILITY .............................................................................................................................. 7
OPTIONAL FEATURES /COMPATIBILITY .............................................................................................................. 7
2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................. 8
PAM 3510 CONSOLE UNIT ............................................................................................................................... 8
MODEL 3102 TEST TRANSDUCER...................................................................................................................... 8
MODEL 3190/1 TRANSDUCER ........................................................................................................................... 8
3. CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION....................................................................................................... 9
MODEL 3190 DEPLOYMENT OPTIONS .............................................................................................................. 10
POWER UP..................................................................................................................................................... 11
FRONT PANEL INDICATORS ............................................................................................................................. 11
FRONT PANEL KEY PAD.................................................................................................................................. 11
4. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 12
OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
PARAMETER EDITING...................................................................................................................................... 13
F1 TRANSPONDER TESTING............................................................................................................................ 14
F2 DEPTH AND RANGING FUNCTIONALITY ........................................................................................................ 16
RANGING TRANSMIT PARAMETERS ..............................................................................................................16
4CHANNEL RANGING CONTROL..................................................................................................................17
VNAV RANGING CONTROL ........................................................................................................................19
V-NAV SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................................19
V-NAV POSITIONING...................................................................................................................................20
F1: DEPLOYMENT LOGGING ........................................................................................................................20
F2: SERIAL CONTROL RANGING ..................................................................................................................21
F3: COMMAND ...........................................................................................................................................21
COMPATT ..................................................................................................................................................22
PINGER......................................................................................................................................................22
F3 RELEASE FUNCTIONALITY .......................................................................................................................... 23
529P RELEASE MENU .................................................................................................................................... 23
RELEASE CHANNEL SETUP .........................................................................................................................23
15XX RELEASE............................................................................................................................................... 26
RELEASE ID SET UP...................................................................................................................................26
RELEASE FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................................27
AAE RELEASE RECEIVER SET UP...............................................................................................................30
COMPATT MENU............................................................................................................................................. 31
SET COMPATT ADDRESS ............................................................................................................................31
SYSTEM COMMANDS ..................................................................................................................................32
POWER SETTINGS ......................................................................................................................................33
GAIN /FREQUENCY /TAT SETTINGS ...........................................................................................................33
RESET SCREEN..........................................................................................................................................34
F5 PINGER..................................................................................................................................................... 41
F4 BEACON CONFIGURATION .......................................................................................................................... 42
F5 TELEMETRY FUNCTIONALITY ...................................................................................................................... 43
F6 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION .......................................................................................................................... 44
F1 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................................44
F2 RX TX PARAMETERS .............................................................................................................................45
F3 SERIAL COMM’S PARAMETERS ...............................................................................................................46
F4 SYSTEM INFORMATION /UPGRADE .........................................................................................................47
F5 DIAGNOSTICS........................................................................................................................................48
PAM PROGRAMMER APPLICATION ..............................................................................................................49
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5. HANDLING.................................................................................................................................................. 55
6. END OF LIFE RECYCLING / DISPOSAL................................................................................................... 55
7. SPARES...................................................................................................................................................... 55
8. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................ 56
9. EXTERNAL I/O CONNECTOR PIN OUTS................................................................................................. 58
10. DATA OUTPUT FORMAT ........................................................................................................................ 59
APPLIED ACOUSTIC ENGINEERING RANGE DATA STRING ..............................................................................59
APPLIED ACOUSTIC ENGINEERING TEST DATA STRING .................................................................................59
11. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION....................................................................................................................... 60
PAM PORTABLE MODEL 3510 .....................................................................................................................60
ACCURACY /PERFORMANCE .......................................................................................................................60
ENVIRONMENT ...........................................................................................................................................60
COMPATIBILITY...........................................................................................................................................61
TRANSDUCER MODEL 3190 ........................................................................................................................61
TRANSDUCER MODEL 3191 ........................................................................................................................61
TRANSDUCER MODEL 3190/1 INTEGRATED CABLE.......................................................................................61
APPENDIX A – TRANSDUCER MOUNTING BRACKET A .......................................................................... 62
APPENDIX B – TRANSDUCER MOUNTING BRACKET B ......................................................................... 63
APPENDIX C – MODEL 3190 TRANSDUCER MOUNTING DIMENSIONS.................................................. 64
APPENDIX D – MODEL 3191 LF TRANSDUCER MOUNTING DIMENSIONS............................................ 65
APPENDIX E - COMPATIBLE CHANNELS................................................................................................... 66
AAE SPREAD SPECTRUM CHANNELS ..........................................................................................................66
AAE EASYTRAK CHANNELS ........................................................................................................................67
SIMRAD HPR CHANNELS ............................................................................................................................67
SIMRAD HIPAP CHANNELS .........................................................................................................................68
SIMRAD HIPAP CHANNELS CONTINUED ......................................................................................................69
IXBLUE......................................................................................................................................................69
ORE TRACKPOINT CHANNELS ....................................................................................................................70
SONARDYNE WIDEBAND™..........................................................................................................................70
AAE LF CHANNELS....................................................................................................................................71
HPR1507 LF CHANNELS ...........................................................................................................................71
HPR4 LF CHANNELS .................................................................................................................................72
INDEX.............................................................................................................................................................. 73
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Thank you for choosing Applied Acoustic Engineering as one of your subsea equipment suppliers.
We hope you experience many years of reliable operational use from our products.
If you do encounter any technical issues with any of our products then please don’t hesitate to
contact our Technical Team via the following methods.
Tel: +44 (0)1493 440355
Fax: +44 (0)1493 440720
Email: [email protected]
Applied Acoustic Engineering Ltd has made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this
manual is correct at time of print. However our policy of continual product improvement means that we
cannot assume liability for any errors which may occur.
These written instructions must be followed fully for reliable and safe operation of the equipment that
this manual refers to. Applied Acoustic Engineering Ltd cannot be held responsible for any issues
arising from the improper use or maintenance of equipment referred to in this manual or failure of the
operator to adhere to the instructions laid out in this manual. The user must be familiar with the
contents of this manual before use or operation.
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1. Introduction to the 3510 PAM Portable
This manual provides the user with information on the operation and maintenance of the Model
3510 PAM Portable. Housed in a water-proof rugged enclosure with a clear LCD the unit can be
used on-deck as a portable test control unit or on the bench for pre-dive system checks.
Features / Compatibility
Test and Configuration of AAE 1000 Series Spread Spectrum beacons.
AAE 900 Series beacon testing.
AAE 600 Series beacon testing
AAE 300 Series beacon testing.
AAE 200 Series beacon testing.
Sonardyne Wideband™ beacon testing.
HPR and HiPAP compatible beacon testing.
AAE 1500 Release Beacon.
AAE 529, 559 Release Beacon.
4 Beacon Ranging and depth telemetry.
669 Pinger
Optional Features / Compatibility
VNAV Multi Transponder Positioning.
Compatt IV Commands and Configuration
IXBlue Testing
AAE Acoustic Telemetry functions.
Sonardyne Wideband™ is a registered trademark of Sonardyne International Ltd
ADP Number 0880985001
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2. System Description
PAM 3510 Console Unit
Supplied as standard with:
Model 3102 Test Transducer
Model CHA-1082-4000 Beacon Interface Lead
24VDC PSU and AC IEC Mains Cable
The PAM console contains a storage area for the 3102 test transducer and AC mains adaptor,
when closed the unit is water proof. During operation the panel is splash proof. The LCD has an
optional back light to allow operation in bright sun light. The membrane keys and intuitive GUI
allow for ease of operation in all conditions.
Model 3102 Test Transducer
The test transducer is used for testing and configuring beacons in air.
Model 3190/1 Transducer
The 3190 transducer is a medium frequency (MF) transducer complete with integrated cable for
typical deployments over the side of a vessel for acoustic release and ranging applications. The
transducer can be deployed either free hanging or pole mounted depending on application, see
Model 3190 deployment options. The 3191 transducer is the Low Frequency (LF) complete with
integral cable for LF ranging and release operations.
The cable is integral to the transducer and provides a safe means of deployment together with
electrical connections. To prevent damage to the cable and minimise potential problems, please
ensure the following points are observed:
Ensure personnel cannot step on, or trip over, the deck cable.
Keep the cable away from sources of electrical noise such as electrical generators, sonar
sources (bang boxes etc.).
Avoid trapping the cable in doorways, hatches and alike.
Ensure the cable is not bent less than the minimum bend radius of 150mm.
Ensure the cable is not laid over sharp edges.
When deployed over the side of a vessel, ensure that the cable is secured to any mounting
pole to prevent chaffing, strumming, and excessive movement.
Ensure the polyurethane outer jacket of the cable is not breached allowing water ingress.
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3. Connections and Installation
Transducer: For connection of the Model 3190 or 3191 Transducer.
Test Transducer: For connection of the Model 3102 Test Transducer.
Beacon: For connection of a 1000 Series Beacon via CHA-1082-4000 cable.
Serial: External serial connection for program / control.
DC In: 24VDC Input from AC Mains Adaptor or Battery.
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Model 3190 Deployment Options
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Power Up
Ensuring the internal battery is charged or there is external power connected (see section
4); the PAM Portable can be powered up.
Press and hold the Power Button on the front panel. The switch will indicate red.
The battery status is indicated on the display, note if the battery is discharged the unit will
not power up until an external supply is connected.
The system will automatically launch and load the previous configuration.
To power down the system press and hold the Power Button.
Front Panel Indicators
Mains Power will indicate Red when ON.
TX / RX will indicate Yellow upon a beacon interrogation and valid reply received.
Front Panel Key Pad
Mains Power will indicate Red when ON.
TX / RX will indicate Yellow upon a beacon interrogation and valid reply received.
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4. Operation
Overview
Upon power up and initialisation the above main menu will be displayed.
The sub menus can be accessed via the function ‘F’ keys or by using the cursor keys then
selecting by pressing the return key.
The function keys are used as shortcut keys throughout the menu structure and their functionality
varies.
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Parameter Editing
To select a parameter use the cursor keys to select
Press the return key to edit then use the cursor keys to set the desired value and return to confirm.
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F1 Transponder Testing
The Transponder Testing function allows the operator to verify the operation of all industry
standard beacons in air. The system measures Turnaround Time (TAT), Pulse Width (PW) and
Reply Frequency (mode dependant) using the 3102 Test Transducer.
Select the desired configuration to test the beacons operation.
The 3102 test transducer should be connected to the front panel test transducer socket. To test
the responder function the CHA-1082-4000 lead should be connected to the beacon serial port on
the front panel and the connected to the beacon.
The turnaround time (TAT) is the time it takes for the beacon to respond to an interrogate signal.
This time depends on the type of beacon and how far the beacon is away from the test transducer.
The pulse width is the length of the transmitter pulse. This value can vary due to the beacon type.
If the PAM indicates a pulse width significantly longer or shorter than expected then the beacon
may be faulty.
The final parameter which is tested is the beacon reply frequency. The PAM will calculate the
frequency of the receive signal and display the results. If the frequency is out of the expected band
then it will display an error message as well as the received frequency.
Responder Test
Transponder Test
≤1m
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Upon selection of testing mode the testing function screen will be displayed (example):
Set the Channel and Type parameters as desired to test the operation of the beacon in either
transponder or responder mode.
Press F1 to begin interrogation of the beacon.
If the channel of the beacon is not known select the Search function to identify the operating
channel. Press F4 to launch, select the mode of operation and press F1 to begin search.
Upon a valid reply from the beacon the PAM will emit a ‘beep’ and the TX and RX indicators will
light sequentially. The Turnaround time (TAT), Frequency (Freq) and Pulse Width (PW) fields will
be populated with the readings.
From any of the channel selection screens F4 Search function is available.
The interrogation cycle time can be set in the System Configuration \ RxTx Configuration Menu
Frequency will not be displayed in AAE Spread Spectrum and Sonardyne WB1 test modes.
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F2 Depth and Ranging Functionality
The PAM Portable can calculate the range and received depth telemetry information from a
deployed beacon. The mode of depth telemetry is automatically selected upon selection of channel
scheme. Please note digital depth telemetry mode is AAE Spread Spectrum only, time delay
telemetry compatiblity is across the AAE Tone, HiPAP, HPR and Trackpoint channel schemes.
Ranging Transmit Parameters
The transmit parameters can be set by pressing F2 Tx Parameters. The following parameters can
be configured:
Transmit (Tx) Power (Dunker): High // Low
Speed of Sound (in Water): 300 to 1600 m/s
Enter the Velocity Of Sound (VOS) for transmission through water to be used in the range
calculation. This is the mean velocity
Sound Mode (Speaker): Tone // Received Signal
Speaker Volume: User specified level
Test Interval (Update Rate in ms): User specified 0 to 9999 ms
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4 Channel Ranging Control
To go to the 4 Channel Ranging Control menus, Press F1.
To access the configuration page of each channel press F1 – 4 or use the cursor keys to select the
mode of operation, upon selection the system will take you to the configuration page.
Select Mode using arrow keys and
press return to confirm.
Select Channel using arrow keys and
press return to confirm.
Select RepRate using arrow keys
and press return to confirm.
Select Depth using arrow keys and
press return to confirm.
Press F6 to return to Ranging Control
menu.
Depth Telemetry is not available with AAE Release and Sonardyne Wideband modes.
When operating in AAE Tone or TPII mode with Depth enabled, the Depth and Time Span variables are
displayed and required configuring.
Ensure Rep rate > depth span in AAE Tone, Trackpoint, HiPAP and HPR modes.
F4 Gain set up opens the Gain Set Up for the selected channel
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Gain Control: Auto // Manual
Manual Control (Gain Control in manual mode): 0000 to 4000
Gain Steps (Gain sets in Auto mode): 0100 (Default)
RX Sensitivity: High // Medium // Low
Averaging: Off // High (16) // Medium (8) // Low (4)
Gain Control only available if 319X Dunker connected.
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GPS
PC LAPTOP 3510 PAM
POLE MOUNTED
3190
V NAV Ranging Control
VNAV is a positioning system for statically deployed AAE Beacons. The system provides a
navigation screen for deployment, acquisition and processing of range data to obtain seabed
positions for the deployed units. Once processed, exports are provided to feed into seismic
processing packages or CAD plotting.
The system can be used when deploying OBC seismic arrays or positioning multiple seabed
objects, quickly and at low cost.
V-Nav System Configuration
Serial Port Settings
Beacon: GPS (GGA format)
Default Baud rate = 9600, 8, N, 1
Serial: External PC Control
Default Baud rate = 115200, 8, N, 1
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V-Nav Positioning
F1: Deployment Logging
The PAM 3510 allows the deployed position or trial position to be logged to an entry (slot), this
allows the same IDs to be used on large deployments. The entry and Vector ID are logged to the
GPS position ready to be uploaded to the VNAV Software for acquisition set-up.
With GPS interfaced the status is reported, the GPS antenna should be referenced or as close as
possible to the deployment location. There are 600 entries (slots) available for storage.
Place the test transducer close to the Vector Beacon’s transducer face and press F1 to scan as the
beacon is being deployed from the vessel. If successful the table will update with the ID, GPS
Status OK and Scan Status OK, else any errors are reported.
Once logging is complete, the whole table or part can be uploaded to the VNAV application. This is
controlled by the Import TPs button on the VT Data Base Menu.
When Deployment Logging is active not GPS data is sent to the VNAV Application
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