Edgetech Model 3100P Sub-bottom Sonar System User manual

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SUB-BOTTOM
TOPSIDE PROCESSOR
AND TOW FISH
USER’S HARDWARE MANUAL
Revision X / March 2010
Email: [email protected]
Web: http: //www.edgetech.com
4 Little Brook Rd.
West Wareham, MA 02576
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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This manual is intended to provide the user with an understanding of the operation and care
of the 3100P Portable Topside Processor. Although this manual covers the latest operational
features of the 3100P Portable Topside Processor, some features may be periodically
upgraded. Also, certain hardware may be changed per customer requirements. Therefore,
portions of this manual such as parts lists, and test features are subject to change. Such
sections should be used for reference only. When changes are made that affect system
operation, they will be explicitly noted. Also, some options and features may not be active in
your unit at time of delivery. Upgrades will be made available when these features are
implemented.
A 3100P System consists of two hardware components plus an installed software sub-
component. The hardware components are topside processor and the laptop computer with its
color video monitor and the EdgeTech 3100P Portable Topside Processor. Information
relating to the 3100P Portable Topside Processor is included in this manual. Information
relating to the laptop computer and instructions pertaining to the installed sonar processor
software are included in their own individual manuals.
EdgeTech has made every effort to document this product accurately and completely.
However, EdgeTech assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from use of
this manual or the equipment it accompanies. EdgeTech reserves the right to upgrade features
of this equipment and to make changes to this manual without notice at any time.
Since clear and concise documentation is inherent for proper operation and understanding of
the equipment, we solicit you to contact us with any questions or comments so that we may
enhance this manual.
EdgeTech

4 Little Brook Road
West Wareham, MA 02576
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
WARNING
This equipment contains static sensitive devices that are extremely sensitive to static
electrical charges, which may be developed on the body and the clothing. Extreme care
should be taken when handling these devices both in and out of the circuit board. Normal
handling precautions involve the use of anti-static protection materials and grounding straps
for personnel.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed
properly may cause interference to radio communications. It has not been tested to
compliance to the appropriate FCC rules designed to provide reasonable protection against
such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area may cause interference, in which case the user, at his own expense, will
be required to take whatever measures needed to correct the interference. It is the user’s
responsibility to verify that the system complies with the applicable FCC emission limits.
High Voltage may be present in the towfish, power amplifier and the topside processor. Use
caution when the electronics are removed from their containers for servicing.
Operation with improper line voltage could cause serious damage to the equipment.

WARRANTY SATAMENT
All equipment manufactured by EdgeTech is warranted against defective components and
workmanship for a period of one year after shipment. Warranty repair will be done by
EdgeTech, free of charge. Shipping costs are to be borne by the customer. Malfunction due
to improper use is not covered in the warranty and EdgeTech disclaims any liability for
consequential damage resulting from defects in the performance of the equipment. No
product is warranted as being fit for a particular purpose and there is no warranty of
merchantability. This warranty applies only if:
I. The items are used solely under the operating conditions and in the manner
recommended in Seller’s instruction manual, specifications, or other literature.
II. The items have not been misused or abused in any manner or repairs attempted thereon.
III. Written notice of the failure within the warranty period is forwarded to Seller and the
directions received for properly identifying items returned under warranty are followed.
IV. The return notice authorizes Seller to examine and disassemble returned products to the
extent Seller deems necessary to ascertain the cause for failure.
The warranties expressed herein are exclusive. There are no other warranties, either
expressed or implied, beyond those set forth herein, and Seller does not assume any other
obligation or liability in connection with the sale or use of said products. Any product or
service repaired under this warranty shall be warranted for the remaining portion of the
original warranty period only.

Equipment not manufactured by EdgeTech is supported only to the extent of the original
manufacturer’s warranties. Note: 90 day warranty applies to third-party items.
HARDWARE VARIATIONS & COMPATIBLITY
The 3100P Portable Topside Processor contains both standard PC and proprietary hardware.
At times EdgeTech may change these standard components due to their availability or
performance improvements. Although manufacturers, their models, and styles may change
from unit to unit, replacement components will generally be interchangeable. EdgeTech will
make all effort to see that replacement boards are interchangeable and use the same software
drivers. At times though, there may be instances where direct replacements do not exist.
When this happens, EdgeTech will provide the necessary drivers with the replacement part.

To our customers:
Thank you for purchasing one of our products. At EdgeTech, it is our policy to provide high
quality, cost-effective products and support services that meet or exceed your requirements,
to deliver them on time and to continuously look for ways to improve. We all take pride in
the products we manufacture.
We want you to be entirely satisfied with your equipment. The information in this manual
will get you started. It tells you what you need to get your equipment up and running, and
introduces its many features.
We always enjoy hearing from people who use our products. Your experience with our
products is an invaluable source of information that we can use to continuously improve what
we manufacture. We encourage you to contact or visit us to discuss any issues whatsoever
that relate to our products or your application.
The Employees of EdgeTech

TABLE OF CONTENTS
2.1. Product Specifications...........................................................................14
2.1.1. Supplied Components ....................................................................14
2.1.2. Physicals.........................................................................................14
2.1.3. Environment...................................................................................15
2.1.4. Power requirements........................................................................15
2.2. Tow Vehicle Interface ...........................................................................15
2.2.1. 3100P Topside/Notebook Computer Interfaces .............................15
2.2.2. Laptop Specifications:....................................................................15
2.2.3. Supplied Components:...................................................................16
3.1. Embedded Microprocessor ...................................................................18
3.2. Sonar Interface Board (Tiger Boards)...................................................19
3.2.1. SB Carrier Board............................................................................19
3.2.2. Sub-Bottom Acquisition Board......................................................20
3.2.3. Sonar/IDE Interface Board.............................................................21
3.3. Ethernet Switch.....................................................................................22
3.4. Ethernet Wireless Bridge ......................................................................22
3.5. Power Amplifier....................................................................................23
3.6. Power Board..........................................................................................23
4.1. Navigation Interface..............................................................................24
4.2. Serial Port Parameters...........................................................................24
4.3. NMEAApproved Sentence Structure...................................................25
4.3.1. Inputs..............................................................................................26
1. Introduction...............................................................................................13
2. Overview....................................................................................................14
3. 3100PPortable Topside Unit Case..........................................................17
4. Notebook Computer.................................................................................24

4.4. Printer Connection ................................................................................34
4.4.1. EPC model GSP-1086....................................................................34
5.1. Tow Cable Characteristics ....................................................................36
5.2. AC power Cable....................................................................................36
5.2.1. DC Power & Ethernet Cable..........................................................37
5.2.2. Standard 35 Meter Towcable..........................................................37
5.2.3. Tow Vehicles ..................................................................................38
6.1. System Installation................................................................................44
6.2. LED Diagnostics...................................................................................45
6.2.1. RED LED = Power.........................................................................45
6.2.2. GREEN LED = System Ready ......................................................45
6.2.3. YELLOW LED = Ping...................................................................45
6.2.4. Troubleshooting..............................................................................46
6.3. Ethernet Connections............................................................................46
6.3.1. Ethernet LAN Connection .............................................................46
6.3.2. Troubleshooting..............................................................................47
6.3.3. Wireless Networking Connection ..................................................47
7.1. Wireless Network Adapter TCP/IPAddress:........................................49
7.1.1. Wireless Networking......................................................................49
7.1.2. 3100P Topside ................................................................................49
7.1.3. DESCRIPTION COMPONENT IPADDRESS CAPABILITY....50
5. Tow Cables.................................................................................................36
6. System Installation and Connections......................................................44
7. EdgeTech 3100P Network Configuration...............................................48

8. Internal Hardware....................................................................................51
9. 3100PTopside Processor Parts List ........................................................54
10. 3100PTopside Processor Cables..............................................................55
11. Contact and Service Information............................................................58
12. Returned Material Authorization...........................................................59