Marport M4 User manual

M4 System
with Mx Computer
and Mac Pro
User guide

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Contents
Legal.................................................................................................4
History...........................................................................................................................................................................4
Copyright......................................................................................................................................................................5
Disclaimer.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Introduction and Presentation..........................................................6
Introduction................................................................................................................................................................6
Safety Guidelines...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Description.................................................................................................................................................................. 8
M4 and Mx computer System Overview.............................................................................................8
Equipment List..............................................................................................................................................9
Technical Specifications........................................................................................................................... 11
Computer Configuration..................................................................12
Adding a Virtual Keyboard..................................................................................................................................12
Installation......................................................................................14
System Cabling........................................................................................................................................................ 14
Powering the Mx computer................................................................................................................................16
Configuring Mac Pro Network...........................................................................................................................16
Installing Hydrophones........................................................................................................................................18
List of Marport Hydrophones................................................................................................................18
Connecting the Hydrophone to the Receiver..................................................................................20
Adding Temperature Data from the Hydrophones to the System...........................................21
Understanding Receiver LEDs...........................................................................................................................22
Servicing and Maintenance.............................................................23
Interference Check.................................................................................................................................................23
Spectrum Analyzer Display....................................................................................................23
Checking Noise Interference................................................................................................. 24
Checking Noise Interference................................................................................................. 25
Estimating the Efficiency of Hydrophones..................................................................................................29
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................................31
No Internet Access.....................................................................................................................................31
Java error messages appear when opening the system web page...........................................31
I cannot click on some items in the system web page................................................................33
Antifouling System Causes Interferences.........................................................................................34
Giving Remote Access to the Computer........................................................................................................35
Recording Audio Files...........................................................................................................................................35
Support Contact...................................................................................................................................................... 36

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Appendix......................................................................................... 37
Frequency Plan........................................................................................................................................................37
Index................................................................................................................ 42

M4 - Mx computer System | V2 | Legal
Legal
History
V1 04/08/19 First release
V2 07/16/20
Now documents Mosa2 version 02.03, Scala version
01.06.34 and Scala2 version 02.02.
TE SC sensor is no longer documented in this guide.
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Copyright
© 2020 Marport. All Rights reserved.
No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any
form by any means; electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, without the express
written permission from Marport. “Marport ”, the Marport logo and Software Defined Sonar are
registered trademarks of Marport. All other brands, products and company names mentioned
are the trademark and property of its respective owners only. Marport is a division of Airmar
Technology Corporation.
Disclaimer
Marport endeavors to ensure that all information in this document is correct and fairly stated, but
does not accept liability for any errors or omissions.
• Scala: 01.06.06-01.06.34 / Scala2: 02.02
U.S. Patent 9,091,790
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M4 - Mx computer System | V2 | Introduction and Presentation
Introduction and Presentation
Read this section to get a basic knowledge of your M4 system.
Tip: Click Marport logo at the bottom of pages to come back to the table of contents.
Introduction
The M4 is our heavyweight acoustic receiver, combining the latest digital signal processing with
the smartest software. This means that true multifunction channel operation is available and there
is no compromise between transmission range and signal detection. We have designed the M4’s
multifunctional capacity to accommodate a series of full-function channels allowing simultaneous
use of standard sensors, net sounders – including narrow band – and high resolution net sounders.
All of these are available over an extended frequency range and with selectable configurations for
ultramodern net monitoring systems.
The M4 incorporates a host of features that are ready to be implemented, including sensor cross-
referencing for positioning and distance, and sensor remote control.
The M4 receiver is built to be configured and upgraded using standard software tools and operated
with Mac OS, Firefox® web browser and Java™ Runtime Environment (JRE).
Note: This system is not sold anymore, but it can be upgraded with an Mx computer.
Note:
These labels tag topics or actions that are specific to Scala and/or Scala2.
Depending on the version you have, you may follow either one of these labels.
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Safety Guidelines
Important: To ensure proper and safe use of this equipment, carefully read and follow the
instructions in this manual.
Basic good practices
When using the product, be careful: impacts can cause damage to the electronic components inside.
Never place the product in a hazardous and/or flammable atmosphere.
Product installation and use
Install and use this product in accordance with this user manual. Incorrect use of the product may
cause damage to the components or void the warranty.
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Description
M4 and Mx computer System Overview
Ethernet cable
Marport junction box
extension cable & hydrophone
cable
Manufacturer standard
cable
(Blurred) Optional
elements
1Screens 8Mx computer
2Mac computer 9Power supply (recommended power supply: MEAN WELL
HEP-150-24 A)
3Wireless trackball mouse 10 M4 receiver (ref. M4REC)
4Scala/Scala2 software dongle 11 Junction boxes (x2) (ref. 46-055-01)
5Ethernet switch 12 Thru-hull penetration (ref. TH-1-XX)
6Internet 13 Hydrophones (ref. NC-1-XX)
7NMEA multiplexer
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Equipment List
Here are the hardware and software you need to install a system with a Mx computer.
Computer
• 1 Mac Pro computer (quad-core)
• 1 wireless trackball mouse
• 1 Mac Pro power cord
• 2 Thunderbolt to HDMI/VGA/DVI adapters
• 1 Ethernet cable for connection with Mx computer
• 1 Scala/Scala2 software dongle
Receiver
• 1 M4 receiver
Mx computer
Aaon compact fanless box PC. Reference: PO boxer-6639M
Power supply: MEAN WELL HEP-150-24 A
Optional Equipment (not included)
• 1 to 6 monitors
• 1 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to prevent problems if the mains power fails
(recommended). Size: 500VA.
• Additional hydrophone junction boxes
• 1 test hydrophone that you can keep on board and connect to the receiver to do functional tests.
• 1 NMEA converter junction box (ref. NC-2-TEMP) to receive temperature data from
hydrophones
• 1 NMEA multiplexer to receive NMEA data and display them in Scala/Scala2: ShipModul
MiniPlex-3E-N2K if using NMEA2000 and NMEA0183 or Miniplex-3E if using only NMEA0183.
• If using Mosa2 on a tablet computer: refer to Marport sales offices to know the recommended
model.
Software
Software Application Name Definition
Marport validated MacOS Operating system on computer
Scala/Scala2 Marport software application collecting, processing, storing
and displaying data received from sensors, sounders and other
connected devices.
Scala Replay/ScalaReplay2 Marport software application replaying data recorded in
Scala/Scala2.
Mosa2 Marport software application used to configure sensors. Can be
used on desktop or tablet computers.
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Software Application Name Definition
Mozilla Firefox (from version
22 to 51)
Web browser
Java (version 7 or lower) To correctly display system web page.
FileZilla File management tool.
TeamViewer To give remote access of your computer to support service
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Technical Specifications
Frequency range 30-60 kHz
Active bandwidth 24 kHz
Number of Rx/Tx channels 6 Rx / 1 Tx
Hydrophones Up to 6
Bearing to sensor measurement Yes
Distance to sensor measurement Yes
Number of simultaneous data reception 100
Number of high resolution sounders (NBTE,
HDTE)
10
Temperature input 2 NMEA
Network cables CAT5e, 100 meters max., U/FTP shielding*
Important: *Make sure to respect these specifications if installing a new Ethernet network
cable.
Mx computer
Product reference PO boxer-6639M
Dimension (W x H x D) 264.2 mm x 186.2 mm x 96.4 mm (10.4” x 3.8” x 6.1”)
Weight 4.5 kg (8.8 lb)
Operating temperature Ambient with Airflow
-20°C ~ 50°C
Storage temperature -45°C ~ 70°C (-49°F ~ 185°F)
Storage humidity 5~95% @ 40°C, non-condensing
Power supply 9 – 36V with 3-pin terminal block
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Computer Configuration
Read this section to learn how to configure the Mac computer.
Adding a Virtual Keyboard
If you do not have a keyboard, you can add a virtual keyboard to the screen and type words using
the mouse.
Procedure
1. From the top left corner of the screen, click Apple Menu > System Preferences > Keyboard.
2. Select Show Keyboard, Emoji, & Symbol Viewers in menu bar.
3. Close the window.
4. From the top right corner of the screen, click the little flag corresponding to the keyboard
language preferences, then select Show Keyboard Viewer.
Results
A virtual keyboard is displayed on the screen. You can change its size by dragging its corners.
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Installation
Read this section to learn how to connect and configure the equipment of the M4 system.
System Cabling
Connect the components of the system according to the following cabling.
1 Loudspeakers (if applicable)
2 Up to 6 screens (thunderbolt cable)
3 USB trackball transmitter of the wireless trackball mouse
4 Scala/Scala2 software dongle
5 Power cable, connected to 100-240V AC power supply*
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6 Connection to Mx computer using CAT5e network cable
7 Connection to M4 receiver using CAT5e network cables
8 Connection to an Ethernet switch if you need to be connected to both an Internet
connection and external devices.
9 Power supply (recommended power supply: MEAN WELL HEP-150-24 A)
* We recommend to use an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to prevent problems if the mains
power fails.
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Powering the Mx computer
About this task
Important: Only use recommended power supply MEAN WELL HEP-150-24 A. Marport
cannot not be held responsible for dysfunction of the system if recommended equipment is
not used.
Procedure
1. Connect the power cable to the Mx computer.
2. Connect MEAN WELL power supply to a power socket.
3. Press on the Mx computer to switch it on.
Configuring Mac Pro Network
You need to change the IP address of the computer to be able to communicate with the Mx
computer.
About this task
Note: If you are moving from a system without the Mx computer, you need to switch off the
virtual machine:
•Open VMware Fusion, then click Virtual Machine > Shut Down in the toolbar.
•Cancel the automatic opening of VMware Fusion: Apple Menu > System Preferences >
Users & Groups > Login Items and remove VMware from the list.
Procedure
1. From the top left corner of the screen, click Apple Menu > System Preferences > Network.
2. If using an internet router, it must be connected to the Ethernet 2 port. In order to connect to
the internet, make sure that Ethernet 2 network is at the top of the list of networks, then is
followed by Ethernet 1. If it is not at the top of the list, click the tooth wheel icon at the bottom
of the list and select Set Service Order.
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3. In the network list, click Ethernet 1, then:
a) In Configure IPv4 menu select Manually.
b) In IP Address, enter 192.168.10.165.
c) In Router, enter 192.168.10.1.
4. Click Apply.
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Installing Hydrophones
You need to connect hydrophones to the system.
Note: For more information about Marport hydrophones, please refer to Hydrophone
Installation Manual.
List of Marport Hydrophones
These are technical specifications for hydrophones currently sold by Marport. For information
about obsolete hydrophones, please contact Marport support.
Product
reference Name Use case Bandwidth (3 dB)
Typical
current
consumption
Cable*
NC-1-05 Passive wideband
hydrophone (no
preamplifier)
• Vessel with very low
level of noise (below
-110 dBV).
• Sensors close to the
vessel (approx. 300 m)
• For positioning
systems with Slant
Range/pinger (one
passive hydrophone
is necessary for
transmission).
33-60 KHz 0.0 mA Blue
NC-1-05
+
NC-2-02
Passive
hydrophone
+ Wideband
preamplifier box
• Vessel with normal
level of noise (below
-100 dBV).
• Large number of
sensors.†
• Use at great depths (>
500 m).
• Gain configurable (Low
or High)
• Filters configurable (38
and/or 50kHz).
• Low noise environment
between passive
hydrophone and
wideband preamplifier
box
33-60 KHz 25-29 mA Blue
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Product
reference Name Use case Bandwidth (3 dB)
Typical
current
consumption
Cable*
NC-1-07 Active hydrophone
(integrated
preamplifier)
• Vessel with normal
level of noise (below
-100 dBV).
• Limited number of
sensors.†
• No filtering options.
• Not used for
positioning system
41-44 KHz 4-6 mA Green
NC-1-06 Active wideband
hydrophone
(integrated
preamplifier)
• Vessel with normal
level of noise (below
-100 dBV).
• Large number of
sensors.†
• Use at great depths (>
500 m).
• Gain configurable (Low
or High)
• Filters configurable (38
and/or 50kHz)
30-60 KHz 25-29 mA Yellow
NC-1-08 Active wideband
hydrophone
(integrated
preamplifier)
• Vessel with normal
level of noise (below
-100 dBV).
• Large number of
sensors.†
• Use at great depths (>
500 m).
• Gain configurable (Low
or High)
• Filters configurable (38
and/or 50kHz)
30-60 KHz 18-22 mA Yellow
*Note that cables are colored according to the type of hydrophone: blue for passive, green for
active narrowband and yellow for active wideband.
† Standard active hydrophones have an available bandwidth of 6kHz. So, if: (PRP_number * 100) +
(NBTE_number * 800) < 6000 you have enough place. If: (PRP_number * 100) + (NBTE_number *
800) > 6000 then you need a wideband hydrophone.
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