Edgetech 5112 User manual

EdgeTech
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West Wareham, MA 02576
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5112 ROPELESS FISHING SYSTEM
USER HARDWARE MANUAL
0022081_REV_A 9/17/2019

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ATTENTION – READ THIS FIRST!
All personnel involved with the installation, operation, or maintenance of the equipment described in this
manual should read and understand the warnings and cautions provided below.
CAUTION!This equipment contains devices that are extremely sensitive
to static electricity. Therefore, extreme care should be taken when
handling them. Standard handling precautions involve the use of anti-
static protection materials and grounding cables for personnel.
WARNING!High Voltage may be present in all parts of the system.
Therefore, use caution when the electronics are removed from their
containers for servicing.
CAUTION!Operation with improper line voltage may cause serious
damage to the equipment. Always ensure that the proper line voltage is
used.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Where applicable, warnings, cautions, and notes are provided in this manual as follows:
WARNING! Identifies a potential hazard that could cause injury or death.
CAUTION! Identifies a potential hazard that could damage equipment or
data.
NOTE: Recommendations or general information that is particular to the
material being presented.

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HARDWARE VARIATIONS AND COMPATIBILITY
The 5112 Ropeless Fishing System contains both standard and proprietary hardware. At times, EdgeTech
may change the standard components due to their availability or performance improvements. Although
the component manufacturers—along with their models and styles—may vary from unit to unit,
replacement parts will generally be interchangeable.
EdgeTech will make every effort to see that replacement components are interchangeable and use the
same software drivers (if applicable). At times, however, direct replacements may not exist. When this
happens, EdgeTech will provide the necessary drivers with the replacement part, if applicable.
EdgeTech may also change certain hardware per customer requirements. Therefore, portions of this
manual, such as parts lists and test features, are subject to change. These 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 the customer’s unit at the time of delivery. Upgrades will
be made available when these features are implemented.
Contact EDGETECH CUSTOMER SERVICE with any questions relating to compatibility.

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ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT
We, the employees at EdgeTech, would like to thank you for purchasing a 5112 Ropeless Fishing System.
At EdgeTech, it is our policy to provide high-quality, cost-effective products and support services that meet
or exceed your requirements. We also strive to deliver them on-time and to continuously look for ways
to improve them. We take pride in the products we manufacture and want you to be entirely satisfied
with your equipment.
Purpose of this Manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide the user with information on the setup and use of EdgeTech’s
5112 Ropeless Fishing System. Although this manual encompasses the latest operational features of the
5112 Ropeless Fishing System, some features may be periodically upgraded. Therefore, the information
in this manual is subject to change and should be used for reference only.
Liability
EdgeTech has made every effort to document the 5112 Ropeless Fishing System in this manual. However,
EdgeTech assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from the use of this manual or the
equipment it documents. EdgeTech reserves the right to upgrade features of this equipment, and to make
changes to this manual, without notice at any time.
Revision History
REVISION
DESCRIPTION
DATE
APPROVAL
A
Release to Customers
9/17/2019
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
All equipment manufactured by EdgeTech is warrantied 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, nor have repairs been attempted
thereon without the approval of EdgeTech Customer Service.
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.
CAUTION! If your product is a portable topside, never attempt to ship it
in its Storm CaseTM alone. Shipping portable topsides without an exterior
shipping crate will void the warranty.

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SOFTWARE SERVICE OVERVIEW
EdgeTech provides software services free of charge. This software agreement does not address customer-
specified modifications or enhancements. These services may be ordered separately. Furthermore,
EdgeTech software upgrades are meant for the sole use of EdgeTech customers. Any reproduction of
EdgeTech-supplied software or file sharing is strictly prohibited.
Software Updates and Enhancements
EdgeTech customers can download new software releases with all modifications and enhancements from
the EdgeTech FTP site. Major software issues, should they occur, will be reported directly to the customer.
New software releases consist of the following:
•Software enhancements that are not on the price list
•Software fixes and changes
•Product integration
•Documentation updates to on-line help
•Tests for compatibility with other modules
Software patches consist of software that has undergone the following:
•Minor software enhancements
•Software fixes and changes
EdgeTech customers are entitled to contact EDGETECH CUSTOMER SERVICE by telephone, facsimile, or e-mail
to report a difficulty, to discuss a problem or to receive advice on the best way to perform a task. When
contacted, EdgeTech Customer Service will do the following:
•Respond within 24 hours via Telephone, Facsimile, and E-mail Support
•Immediately attend to serious problems affecting operations
•Attempt to find an immediate workaround

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RETURNED MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION
Before returning any equipment to EdgeTech, a Returned Material
Authorization (RMA) Number must be obtained from CUSTOMER SERVICE.
RMA Purpose
The RMA Number identifies returned equipment when it arrives at our receiving dock and enables tracking
while at our facility. Refer to RMA number on all documentation and correspondences.
All returned materials must be shipped prepaid. Freight collect shipments will not be accepted. All
equipment should be adequately insured for shipping, but equipment belonging to EdgeTech must be
insured for full value.
If there is more than one item per consignment, include a packing with the shipment. An invoice can
double as a packing slip only when the contents are clearly numbered and identified on the invoice.
CAUTION! Never attempt to ship a Portable Topside in its Storm CaseTM
alone. Although rugged, these cases are not intended to be used as
shipping containers and the delicate internal components could be
damaged. Shipping in this manner will void any warranties.
NOTE: All shipping charges shall be the responsibility of the customer,
unless under warranty, as EdgeTech will pay for return shipping.
NOTE: For International Shipments valued over $1000, the following
Shipper's oath must be sent with the invoice.
Shipper’s Oath:
"I, ______________________________, declare that the articles herein specified are the growth,
produce, or manufacture of the United States; that they were exported from the
United States from the port of _____________________, on or about _______________; that they
are returned without having been advanced in value or improved in condition by any
process of manufacture or any other means; and that no drawback, or allowance has
been paid or admitted hereof."
Signed ______________________________

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CUSTOMER SERVICE
Customer service personnel at EdgeTech are always eager to hear from users of our products. Your
feedback is welcome and is a valuable source of information which we use to continually improve these
products. Therefore, we encourage you to contact EdgeTech Customer Service to offer any suggestions
or to request technical support:
NOTE: Please have your system Model and Serial Number available when
contacting Customer Service.
E-mail: [e-mail]
Mail: 4 Little Brook Road
West Wareham, MA 02576
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
24-Hour Emergency
Technical Support Line: [phone]
For more information, please go to www.EdgeTech.com.

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COMPANY BACKGROUND
EdgeTech (formerly EG&G Marine Instruments) traces its history in Underwater Data Acquisition and
Processing back to 1966. EdgeTech has designed, developed, and manufactured products, instruments,
and systems — for the acquisition of underwater data, including marine, estuarine, and coastal
applications — for over 50 years.
EdgeTech responds to the needs of the Scientific, Naval, and Offshore communities by providing industry-
leading equipment — such as Sub-Bottom Profilers, Side Scan Sonar, Acoustic Releases, USBL Positioning
Systems, and Bathymetric Systems — that have become standards in the industry.
EdgeTech consistently anticipates and responds to future needs with an active Research and Development
Program. Current efforts are focused on adapting new cutting-edge acoustic technology.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ATTENTION – READ THIS FIRST! .........................................................................................................iii
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes................................................................................................................ iii
HARDWARE VARIATIONS AND COMPATIBILITY..................................................................................iv
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT....................................................................................................................v
Purpose of this Manual............................................................................................................................. v
Liability...................................................................................................................................................... v
Revision History ........................................................................................................................................ v
WARRANTY STATEMENT ...................................................................................................................vi
SOFTWARE SERVICE OVERVIEW........................................................................................................vii
Software Updates and Enhancements.................................................................................................... vii
RETURNED MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION ..........................................................................................viii
RMA Purpose ......................................................................................................................................... viii
CUSTOMER SERVICE..........................................................................................................................ix
COMPANY BACKGROUND ..................................................................................................................x
TABLE OF CONTENTS.........................................................................................................................xi
LIST OF FIGURES...............................................................................................................................xv
LIST OF TABLES .............................................................................................................................. xvii
1.0 OVERVIEW.............................................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Main System Components.........................................................................................................1-1
2.0 SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................................2-5
2.1 5112 Acoustic Release Specifications........................................................................................2-5
2.1.1 5112 Acoustic Release Mechanical Specifications................................................................2-5
2.1.2 5112 Acoustic Release Power Specifications........................................................................2-5
2.1.3 5112 Acoustic Release Command Receiver..........................................................................2-5
2.1.4 5112 Acoustic Release Standard Command Functions ........................................................2-6
2.1.5 5112 Acoustic Release Environmental Specifications ..........................................................2-6
2.1.6 5112 Acoustic Release Mechanical Drawing ........................................................................2-6
2.2 5112 22.5 Inch Equipped Cage ..................................................................................................2-1
2.2.1 22.5 Inch Cage Mechanical Drawing.....................................................................................2-1
2.3 5112 48 Inch Equipped Cage .....................................................................................................2-1

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2.3.1 48-inch Cage Mechanical Drawing .......................................................................................2-1
2.4 Bleat Deck Box ...........................................................................................................................2-1
2.4.1 Bleat Deck Box Mechanical Specifications............................................................................2-1
2.4.2 Bleat Deck Box Electrical Specifications ...............................................................................2-1
2.4.3 Bleat Deck Box Power Specifications....................................................................................2-1
2.4.4 Bleat Deck Box Drawing........................................................................................................2-1
2.5 Bleat Portable Deck Box ...........................................................................................................2-1
2.5.1 Bleat Portable Deck Box Mechanical Specifications.............................................................2-1
2.5.2 Bleat Portable Deck Box Electrical Specifications.................................................................2-1
2.5.3 Bleat Portable Deck Box Power Specifications .....................................................................2-1
2.5.4 Bleat Portable Deck Box Drawing .........................................................................................2-1
2.6 5112 Dunking Transducers ........................................................................................................2-1
2.6.1 Dunking Transducer Mechanical Specifications ...................................................................2-1
3.0 SETUP AND ACTIVATION ........................................................................................................3-2
3.1 Bleat Deck Box Installation and Activation................................................................................3-2
3.1.1 Bleat Portable Installation and Activation............................................................................3-2
3.1.2 Bleat Deck Box Installation and Activation...........................................................................3-5
3.2 Trap Tracker Mobile Application Installation and Subscription Activation...............................3-7
3.2.1 iPhone Trap Tracker..............................................................................................................3-7
3.2.2 Installing Navionics Nautical Charts in Trap Tracker. ...........................................................3-8
3.2.3 Trap Tracker Settings and Options .....................................................................................3-11
3.3 Connecting Track Tracker device to Bleat Deck Box................................................................3-13
3.4 Release Cage Setup..................................................................................................................3-16
3.4.1 Setting the Rope and Float Cover.......................................................................................3-17
3.4.2 Arming the 5112 Release....................................................................................................3-19
3.4.3 Dry Testing the System .......................................................................................................3-22
3.4.3.1 Status Command Test................................................................................................3-23
3.4.3.2 Release Command Test ..............................................................................................3-27
4.0Operating Instructions: ........................................................................................................4-30
4.1 Cage Deployment: ...................................................................................................................4-30
4.1.1 Add the Release To Trap Tracker........................................................................................4-30
4.1.1.1 Add Release By Scanning the Cage NFC Tag...............................................................4-30

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4.1.1.2 Manually Adding a Release Into Trap Tracker............................................................4-33
4.1.2 Deploy the Cage or Line of Cages and Mark them As So in Trap Tracker...........................4-37
4.2 Cage Recovery .........................................................................................................................4-40
4.2.1 Use Trap Tracker to Navigate Position of Cage Release.....................................................4-40
4.2.1.1 Syncing........................................................................................................................4-40
4.2.1.2 Trap Tracker Chart Display .........................................................................................4-41
4.2.1.3 Trap Tracker Underwater Unit Screen Position..........................................................4-43
4.2.2 Use Transducers and Trap Tracker’s Status Command to Find A 5112 Release ................4-44
4.2.2.1 Transducer Deployment and Usage ...........................................................................4-45
4.2.2.2 Trap Tracker Status Update Function.........................................................................4-47
4.2.3 Use Transducer and Trap Tracker to Send the Recover Command....................................4-49
4.2.4 Trap Tracker ID Command..................................................................................................4-51
4.2.5 Sending Commands to Releases Not In The Underwater Units List...................................4-53
4.3 Post Deployment .....................................................................................................................4-57
4.3.1 Trap Tracker History ...........................................................................................................4-57
4.3.1.1 Deleting Release History.............................................................................................4-59
4.3.2 Removing A Unit From The Underwater Unit List. .............................................................4-64
4.3.3 Data Export .........................................................................................................................4-66
4.3.3.1 Exporting Historical Data............................................................................................4-66
4.3.3.2 Exporting GPX Unit Data in Charts..............................................................................4-68
5.0 MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................5-70
5.1 General Cleaning and Inspection.............................................................................................5-70
5.2 Battery Replacement.................................................................................................................5-1
5.2.1 Removing the 5112 Acoustic Release from the Cage...........................................................5-1
5.2.2 Opening the 5112 Acoustic Release .....................................................................................5-2
5.2.3 Battery Replacement Procedure ..........................................................................................5-4
5.2.4 Reassembling the 5112 Release ...........................................................................................5-6
5.3 O-Ring Replacement Information..............................................................................................5-7
6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................................................6-9
6.1 Cage Physically Deployed Without Deployment Button Being Pressed....................................6-9
6.2 Unit Incorrectly Marked As Deployed .....................................................................................6-13
6.3 Unit Already Deployed Message .............................................................................................6-15

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6.4 5112 Release Not found in Underwater Units List ..................................................................6-17
6.5 NFC Scanning Not Functional ..................................................................................................6-18
6.6 Sync Conflicts...........................................................................................................................6-18
6.7 Failed to Recover Message......................................................................................................6-19
6.8 Location Not Available Message When Sending Command....................................................6-19
6.9 Trap Tracker Subscription Issues .............................................................................................6-20
6.10 The trap is Tilted Greater than 45⁰..........................................................................................6-21
6.11 Bleat Box Not Appearing in the Found List During Pairing......................................................6-21
7.0 Spare Parts ..........................................................................................................................7-22

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1: Modified 24.5-inch Cage..........................................................................................................1-2
Figure 1-2: 48-inch Modified Cage.............................................................................................................1-2
Figure 1-3: Bleat System: Command Box, Junction Box, and Dunking Transducer ...................................1-3
Figure 1-4: Bleat Portable ..........................................................................................................................1-3
Figure 1-5: Bleat Portable DunkingTransducer..........................................................................................1-3
Figure 1-6: Trap Tracker IOS ......................................................................................................................1-4
Figure 1-7: Trap Tracker Android (Beta) ....................................................................................................1-4
Figure 2-1: 5112 Release Mechanical Drawing pg.1..................................................................................2-1
Figure 2-2: 5112 Release Mechanical Drawing pg.2..................................................................................2-2
Figure 2-3: 22.5 Inch Cage Drawing ...........................................................................................................2-1
Figure 2-4: 48-Inch Cage Mechanical Drawing ..........................................................................................2-1
Figure 2-5: Bleat Command and Junction Box Mechanical/Electrical Drawing.........................................2-1
Figure 2-6: Bleat Portable Mechanical Drawing ........................................................................................2-1
Figure 3-1: Bleat Portable and Dunking Transducer .................................................................................3-2
Figure 3-2: Bleat Portable and Transducer Connection.............................................................................3-4
Figure 3-3: Bleat Command, Junction Box and Transducer.......................................................................3-5
Figure 3-4: Bleat Junction Box and Transducer Connection ......................................................................3-6
Figure 3-5: Rope Flaking into Basket........................................................................................................3-17
Figure 3-6: Rope Basket Placement in Cage ............................................................................................3-17
Figure 3-7: Rope Lock Knot Positioning ...................................................................................................3-18
Figure 3-8: Line and Bridle Connection....................................................................................................3-18
Figure 3-9: Floatation Cover Rope Position .............................................................................................3-19
Figure 3-10: Release Link Location on Floatation Cover\ ........................................................................3-20
Figure 3-11: Anti-Rotation Block Removal...............................................................................................3-20
Figure 3-12: Threading Release Link ........................................................................................................3-21
Figure 3-13: Release link Threaded and Anti-Rotation Block Back In Place ............................................3-21
Figure 3-14 Proper Release Link Orientation...........................................................................................3-21
Figure 3-15: Pin and Ring Lock Installation ..............................................................................................3-22
Figure 5-1: Release Mounting Bolt Locations ............................................................................................5-1

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Figure 5-2: Release and Mounting Plate Removal.....................................................................................5-2
Figure 5-3 Release Orientation in Mounting Plate ....................................................................................5-3
Figure 5-4: Unthreading Release Endcap Using Spanner and Strap Wrenches.........................................5-4
Figure 5-5: Battery Mounting Plate Removal ............................................................................................5-5
Figure 5-6: Battery Removal ......................................................................................................................5-5
Figure 5-7: Battery Mounting Plate Mounting...........................................................................................5-6
Figure 5-8: Release Endcap and Mounting Plate Orientation ...................................................................5-7

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 2-1: Acoustic Release Mechanical Specifications.............................................................................2-5
Table 2-2: Acoustic Release Power Specifications ....................................................................................2-5
Table 2-3: Acoustic Release Command Receiver Specification .................................................................2-5
Table 2-4: Release Commands, Responses and Command Functions.......................................................2-6
Table 2-5: Acoustic Release Environmental Specifications........................................................................2-6
Table 2-6: 22 Inch Cage Mechanical Specifications ...................................................................................2-1
Table 2-7: 48 Inch Cage Mechanical Specifications ...................................................................................2-1
Table 2-8: Bleat Deck Box Mechanical Specifications................................................................................2-1
Table 2-9: Bleat Deck Box Electrical Specifications....................................................................................2-1
Table 2-10: Bleat Deck Box Power Specifications......................................................................................2-1
Table 2-11: Bleat Deck Box Mechanical Specifications..............................................................................2-1
Table 2-12: Bleat Deck Box Electrical Specifications..................................................................................2-1
Table 2-13: Bleat Deck Box Power Specifications......................................................................................2-1
Table 2-14: Dunking Transducer Mechanical Specifications .....................................................................2-1
Table 7-1: Spare Parts, Suggested Vendors and Product Numbers.........................................................7-22

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1.0 OVERVIEW
The EdgeTech 5112 Ropeless Fishing System (RFS) was designed with fishers to eliminate the need for a
persistent vertical line to connect fishing gear to a surfaced buoy until just before retrieval. The intent is
alleviating possible whale and other marine-life entanglement and help prevent line tangles, cuts, tipped
cages, and other adverse effects of seafloor to-surface lines. The RFS consists of a modified fishing cage
with an attached EdgeTech 5112 rugged acoustic release and transponder, a BLEAT (Bluetooth® Low
Energy Acoustic Transceiver) Deck Box unit or Portable BLEAT deck box with hull-mounted or portable
dunking transducers and the EdgeTech Trap Tracker application running on an IOS or Android device. The
system is deployed like any other rope-and-buoy cage, independent or at the head or tail of a line of
unmodified fishing cages. The cage operates like a standard fishing cage but contains the 5112 release,
transponder, rope, and floats. Commands are made in the Trap Tracker phone application, sent by a
Bluetooth® wireless connection to the BLEAT deck box and dunking or hull-mounted transducers that send
the commands by an acoustic signal to a release attached to the cage. An in-range release receives the
command, acts, and replies to and with information in the Trap Tracker phone application. Commands
include deployment, ID information, status information, and retrieval. Cage retrieval is accomplished by
sending a unique recovery command to an in-range modified cage that responds by sending range
information to the phone application and mechanically releasing the line and buoys to the surface. The
line and buoys are retrieved like any other unmodified rope-and-buoy cage system. The system collects
and stores information during the entire process to help fisherman make decisions in the future. This
includes unit information, real-time status information, and enterable operational details.
1.1 Main System Components
The systems main components are:
A modified cage with EdgeTech 5112 Rugged Release, Transducer, Rope Basket, Line, and Floats attached.

1-2 3.0 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
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Figure 1-1: Modified 24.5-inch Cage
Figure 1-2: 48-inch Modified Cage

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Bleat or Bleat Portable Deck Box and Transducer
Figure 1-3: Bleat System: Command Box, Junction Box, and Dunking Transducer
Figure 1-4: Bleat Portable
Figure 1-5: Bleat Portable
DunkingTransducer