APPLIED ACOUSTICS CSP-S 4000 User manual

CAPACITOR CHARGING UNIT
CSP-CSPS-8000/B
MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL:
CSP-S 4000
CSP-S 6000
ISSUE B JUNE 2009

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OPERATION MANUAL
Section 1

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CONTENTS PAGE
1 Enviormental Considerations ............................ 9
2 Introduction ..................................................... 10
2 Installation ....................................................... 11
3 Operation ........................................................ 18
4 Operator Controls and Indicators .................... 23
5 End of Life Recycling / Disposal ........................ 27
6 Specifications ................................................... 28

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WARNING
Information in this manual is copyright 1993 –2007, Applied Acoustic
Engineering Limited.
This manual is loaned without other consideration than the agreement and
condition that it is not to be reproduced, copied or otherwise disposed of
directly, and is not to be used in whole or in part to assist in or to furnish any
information for the making of drawings, prints, apparatus or parts thereof.
THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS LETHAL VOLTAGES,AND MUST
BE EARTHED AT ALL TIMES.
ENSURE ADEQUATE SAFETY PROCEDURES ARE EMPLOYED.

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Seismic Sound Sources And Marine Life.
Although not proven, there is concern in some quarters that marine mammals may be
harmed or their behaviour changed by seismic activity. The sound pulses from sparkers
and boomers is much lower in amplitude and higher in frequency (so it will travel less far)
than air guns. However it makes sense that a precautionary approach to emitting sounds
in the whales and dolphins’ natural habitat should be observed.
The CSP energy sources described in this manual have the ability to “soft-start” and
increase the energy emitted in the water slowly over time and this technique will give any
marine mammals nearby the opportunity to escape before maximum signal amplitude is
reached. It will also give them a chance to get used to the noise if they choose to stay (!)
rather than being subjected to a sudden shock of a full power seismic signal.
Another factor to consider is to ensure that the start of any survey line is not in such a
location that any cetacian is trapped by the vessel and the noise, for example in a small
harbour. In such an instance, the survey should start in such a place that any cetacian in
the vicinity has a clear and rapid means of escape into open water and away from any
unnatural noise source. Further details and advice can be obtained from the following
web site:- http://www.jncc.gov.uk/pdf/Seismic_survey_guidelines_200404.pdf. This web
site refers to UK waters and relates to air guns as the sound source (in many ways
different to a sparker or boomer), but should serve as a useful guide nonetheless.

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INTRODUCTION
This manual covers the following CSP-S models available from AAE:
1) CSP-S 4000. Based on the highly proven CSP family, the CSP-S 4000 has a dual
high voltage charger rated at 2800 joules per second, and can supply up to 4000
joules of energy per shot into a Delta Spark source. The CSP-S 4000 allows the user
to select 27 power level variations including a fixed 300J setting for use with a
boomer source.
2) CSP-S 6000. A higher capacity version of the CSP-S 4000, the CSP-S 6000 can
supply up to 6000 joules of energy per shot into a Delta Spark source. The system
also has a dual high voltage charger rated at 2800 joules per second. The CSP-S
6000 allows the user to select 27 power level variations including a fixed 300J setting
for use with a boomer source.
The CSP-S is a 2 module system.
Control Unit
System Control & Monitor
HV Charge
Power Setting
VAC IN
Energy Unit
Relay Switchable HV Capacitor Banks
HV Energy Switch
O/P Monitoring
O/P Connection
The CSP-S models incorporate many common parts and apart from the differing
amounts of energy storage, can be considered essentially as the same.

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INSTALLATION
SITING THE CSP-S
The CSP-S units can deliver high energy, high voltage pulses, yet still emit minimal
electrical emissions, and so can carry the CE mark.
The CE marking ensure that the CSP-S can be sited next to sensitive electronic
equipment which carry their own CE marking (for susceptibility to emissions) and will be
unlikely to cause them interference. However it is often more convenient to locate the
CSP-S nearer to the back deck and the deployment area so that the high voltage ‘output’
cable run is minimised.
As high voltages are present, the CSP-S must be located away from water spray and
condensation, in an environment which is not allowed to become too hot. Care should be
taken to allow safe and easy access, and that high voltage cables are out of harms way.
It should also be possible to switch off the unit quickly without having to reach over it!
Ventilation should also be present. All units draw air in from the rear and exhaust air from
the front. For operation the rear cover of the transit case should be removed to allow a
good air flow.
If condensation is allowed to develop serious damage may occur. Good room ventilation
should be ensured, with no sudden change in temperature (ie bringing the unit into a
warm room from a cold area) and allow the fans to operate for 10 - 15 minutes before
switching on the high voltage.

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EARTHING
The CSP-S MUST be earthed. The M8 earth bolt on the front panel should be connected
to the vessel earth by a heavy gauge wire or cable. On larger ships, earth is usually a
steel bulkhead, but for smaller fibre glass / wooden vessels a sea earth is necessary. A
sea earth can be constructed from a 25 mm2 or larger copper cable with 1 –2 metres of
insulation stripped off with all the exposed copper conductor in the water. A weight will be
required to ensure that the sea earth cable is in the water at all time during towing activity
even during heavy roll.
It is recommended that earthing arrangements are checked regularly as corrosion or
abrasion (or metal cutting gear!) can cause damage which may result in the equipment
becoming unsafe from having an ineffective earth.
The CSP-S range of Capacitor Discharge PSUs are compact and easy to operate.
However, the units still generate lethal voltages, and the operators should make
themselves aware of all necessary safety procedures. The equipment is designed so
that there is no need for the operator to go inside for anything, except major repairs. We
cannot be liable for any consequences should the units be opened. Health and Safety
guidelines and our own Safety Policy strongly suggest that factory training is received
before opening the top cover.
This manual is supplied in three parts:
Section 1
Basic operation information details.
Section 2
For manufacturer trained technicians
only and provides troubleshooting
advice, schematics and circuit
descriptions.
Section 3
Provides block and circuit diagrams.

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INSTALLATION
The CSP-S Unit is supplied from the factory in a ‘Hardigg’ transit case. The CSP-S must
be operated in the transit case as system interlocks will operate if removed. As is the
case with all electronic equipment, care should be exercised in handling. The rear panel
of the transit case must be removed to allow inconnection cabling and airflow. The CSP-
S should be positioned on its base in a dry ventilated area. Airflow for cooling is from
back-to-front of the unit; there must be at least 50-60mm clear room from the rear panel
to any obstruction. If the unit is to be operated in very warm ambient temperature (25°C
or above), for optimum performance an air conditioned environment is strongly advised.
If the unit overheats, it will switch OFF for a few minutes until it is cool.
Although the unit produces minimal interference, and carries a CE mark, it is often good
practice to put the CSP-S away from the navigation and survey equipment and
somewhere where cabling to the sound source can be run conveniently and safely. It is
this cabling which is the most common source of electrical interference.
SYSTEM INTER-CONNECTIONS
Connect CONTROL Link Cable (Left
Hand Side) as shown.
CHECK EARTH Link (Center) is as
shown and tight.
Connect RELAY Link Cable
(Right Hand Side) as shown.

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EARTHING - FURTHER REMINDER
THIS UNIT MUST BE EARTHED / GROUNDED BEFORE ANY POWER IS APPLIED.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY REPRESENT A SEVERE HAZARD TO BOTH EQUIPMENT
AND PERSONNEL. The front of the CSP-S must be grounded to the ship’s ground
system. This is achieved by attaching a short length of thick wire or earth braid from the
CSP-S front panel earth stud, to an appropriate earthing point on the vessel. If a suitable
earth cannot be found, the CSP-S earth stud should be connected directly to the water
using an adequate length of heavy wire, with the insulation removed from the submerged
end in the water. A weight will also be necessary to keep the wire submerged when the
vessel is underway.
SYSTEM INTER-CONNECTIONS
OUTPUT CABLE CONNECTION
ENSURE POWER TO UNIT IS TURNED OFF BEFORE ANY CONNECTIONS ARE
MADE. Connect the high voltage cable to the CSP-S front panel using the high voltage
connector. The HV connector has 2 small sensing pins which will deactivate the high
voltage if mains power is applied without the connector in place. Ensure the HV
connector is fully mated to the unit. The two larger sockets should never be at a high
potential but it makes sense never to attempt to touch these.
If you have our HV junction box, the two conductors of the acoustic source - boomer
plate or sparker should be connected to this before connecting to the CSP-S. The
terminal wing nuts should be tightened onto clean copper or tinned copper terminals. A
good connection is necessary as high currents pass through these terminals. Ensure that
the +ve or red terminal is connected to the + mark inside the HV Junction box. The black
or –ve terminal should be connected to the –mark inside the HV junction Box. Ensure
that the microswitch ‘clicks’ when the top cover is secured. The HV Junction Box can be
bulkhead mounted before the cover is secured. In the situation of the power cable /
sound source being caught on an object, the HV cable is pulled from the HV Junction
Box, rather than the CSP-S unit being pulled onto the floor.
The junction box is usually supplied with a 1.5 metre lead, terminated in our HV
connector. The junction box is fitted with a microswitch which is connected to sense pins
in the HV plug, ie deactivating the high voltage charger if the lid is removed and the
‘INTERLOCK’ light will illuminate.

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LINE VOLTAGE CONNECTION
Mains input is connected by the 3-Pin amphenol on the left of the control unit front panel.
Nominal input voltage is 230VAC 45-65 Hz. The wiring to this connector is as follows:-
A : Ground / Earth
B : Neutral
C : Live
If a ready-wired plug is supplied, it will be supplied from the factory with the following
colour coding:-
Green/yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
The operator must ensure that the ac supply is capable of supplying sufficient energy to
power the CSP-S unit. Although the unit will operate from most generators of 8 kVA, the
quality and regulation vary considerably from make to make and how well they have
been maintained. A voltage stabiliser is not necessary as any reasonable variation of the
AC supply will not affect the output voltage (hence power) unlike older designs.
NB Some ‘inverter’ type generators do not work well with CSP-S units.

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AC POWER REQUIREMENTS
Voltage ratings are quoted elsewhere in this manual.
TYPICAL CURRENTS
At 1500J at 1 pps (AVIP out of circuit); Non PFC charger, the following currents apply:-
Voltage
Peak Current
Average Current
110 VAC 50 Hz
56A
40A
240 VAC 50 Hz
40A
18A
(At 60 Hz, the peak currents are slightly smaller)
LINE VOLTAGE DERATING
The capability of the HV charger to deliver energy to the load (storage capacitors)
reduces with reduced line voltage as the following tables apply.
240 V Models.
Line Voltage
Charge Rate
180 VAC
2500 J/second
200 VAC
2800 J/second
210 VAC
>3000 J/second
115 V models
Line Voltage
Charge Rate
100 - 115 VAC
2600 J/second
116 –130 VAC
>3000 J/second
You may notice that the low line voltages above are below those specified in the rear of
this manual under ‘specifications’ The above tables denote the ability of the charger to
perform under certain line voltage conditions, and not the complete system. We do not
recommend operating the CSP-S units below the minimum voltages listed in the
specification section of this manual.

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FURTHER REMINDER
If the unit has recently been moved from a cold environment to a warm one,
condensation may have developed, which may cause arcing in high voltage equipment.
The operator is advised to switch the unit on and run the fans for 10-15 minutes before
allowing the high voltage to be switched on. This will allow the unit to warm up to the
room temperature, and any condensation will disperse.

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OPERATION
Operation of the CSP-S is similar to previous versions of the CSP.
Installation check-list:-
a) System interconnections on rear panel are made.
b) The sound source (boomer plate or sparker) has been connected and that it is in
the water.
c) A key pulse is connected –either through the front panel BNC connector or
through the remote input.
d) A good earth has been connected from the ‘Safety Earth’ bolt on the front panel
preferably to both the ship and a sea earth.
e) AC mains is connected to the ‘Mains Input’ connector.
f) A safety check has been carried out to ensure that there is no-one in the water
and that crew members know that the unit is about to be operated.
Power Up
When suitably connected to ground, the transducer and AC mains, and the transducer is
in the water, the power can be applied using the ON / OFF switch and circuit breaker.
The fans will run, and the HV OFF / RESET button will illuminate. Select the appropriate
power output required and press the RESET button to reset the internal circuitry. Turn
and hold the HV ENABLE KEY & simultaneously press the HV ON button: there will be a
small delay before the HV relays engage, and then the high voltage will come on as
indicated by the illuminated HV ON switch. Any changes in system parameters (such as
power change) will cause the HV to switch OFF, and the unit will need to be RESET
before the HV can be switched on again. If the INTERLOCK indicator illuminates, check
the HV plug / HV junction box.
Trigger Input
Trigger input is by BNC connector. The unit accepts +ve trigger (triggers on rising edge)
5 - 20 volts. opto-isolated, or by contact closure, as controlled by the KEY switch. (OUT
for +ve key, IN for contact closure.) The manual key button can be used too and this
also shows, by illumination, when a key pulse has been accepted. (A lockout circuit
limits the unit to around 6PPS maximum.)
Local / Remote
The LOCAL / REMOTE switch allows connection of remote box for operation from the
laboratory or instrument room. Using the remote box is achieved by turning the LOCAL /
REMOTE switch to remote. The high voltage can only be turned on from the instrument
room and not from the CSP-D Unit. The high voltage OFF button is operational from the
CSP-D Unit and remote box. The CSP Unit can also be keyed from the remote box via a
BNC socket. The remote also monitors the status of the key detect circuitry, and the key
LED will only illuminate on reception of a valid key pulse within the CSP-D itself, thus the
operator can also see if the interconnection cable is OK. The remote also has a FAULT
LED, as well as high voltage ON and high voltage OFF indicators.
LOCAL Operation indicated by LED on –Switch OUT.
REMOTE Operation indicated by LED out –switch IN

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OPERATION
Once switched on, the ‘HV OFF / RESET’ button must be pressed to reset any fault
latches and the light behind the ‘Manual Key’ button is flashing in sequence with the key
input signal. The output power can now be selected by using the two rotary switches as
shown in the accompanying photographs. The two switches select a combination of
capacitor settings (labelled 1 –12) and voltage settings (labelled LO, MED and HI) so
the operator can choose the power setting required for the job in hand. Please see next
section. Once the appropriate setting has been made, the ‘HV ON’ button can be
pressed whilst simultaneously turning the ‘HV Enable’ keyswitch clockwise.
A series of up to 5 clicks will be heard depending on the energy selected as the relays
switch in circuit. Once these relays have engaged, the high voltage is enabled.
If the 1-9 power level switch is moved or if the HV off/reset button is pressed, the unit will
shut down safely. In an emergency, the red ‘STOP’ button can be pressed.
The maximum repetition rate is governed by
the charge rate (2800 Joules per second) and
the amount of capacitance selected. For
example, at 300J / shot the CSP-S models
will run at 5 PPS. At 6000J the CSP-S 6000
will operate at 0.33 pulse per second, with a
little in reserve.
Energy Settings.
CSP-S 6000
OUTPUT POWER (JOULES)
SWITCH POSITION
LO
MED
HI
1
200
300
350
2
800
1200
1400
3
1000
1500
1700
4
1200
1800
2100
5
1500
2100
2400
6
2100
3000
3500
7
2300
3300
3900
8
3400
4800
5600
9
3600
5100
6000
Items marked in red are suitable for a single boomer.
All other levels are only suitable for sparker applications.