Odom Echotrac CV100 User manual

ECHOTRAC CV100
USER MANUAL
Version: 4.04
Odom Hydrographic Systems, Inc.
1450 Seaboard Avenue
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
USA
70810-6261
Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
http://www.odomhydrographic.com
Number of pages: 43
Date: May 28, 2008

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Revision History
Version Date Author Remarks
3.28 12-12-2006 S. Apsey Initial version - Draft
3.28 01-10-2007 P. Oostenrijk Updated for release
3.29 05-22-2007 P. Oostenrijk Added description for Missed Returns on Setup tab.
Minor change in Grey Shades description. Updated COM port's
baudrate options to include 38400.
Removed chapter Overview Parameters and Settings. This is
now refers to the Technical Specification Ethernet Interface
document.
4.00 02-19-2008 P. Oostenrijk Updated Odom Title and Logo on cover page.
Updated Header and Footer according to new template.
Updated the introduction section and listed major changes.
Inserted screen capture of new dialog for selecting a sounders
on the network.
Added Channel signal types and Bandwidth on System Tab.
Update the NMEA serial output string formats.
Updated uploading firmware and upgrading DSP firmware.
4.01 02-25-2008 P. Oostenrijk Updated document version to match software/firmware version.
4.02 03-13-2008 P. Oostenrijk Minor firmware change with model names.
4.03 05-23-2008 P. Oostenrijk Updated Scale change functionality.
Updated CVM channel handling as 1 and 2 instead of 1 and 3.
4.04 05-28-2008 P. Oostenrijk DBT outputstring changed on pages 54 and 55. Two channels
enabled = ‘B’ instead of ‘I’ or ‘M’. If the first depth has an error,
‘e’ is used. If the second depth has an error, ‘o’ is used unless
also the first depth as an error.
Removed references to Echotrac Control Program. This
application has been replaced by Odom eChart.
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CONTENTS
1Introduction...................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Purpose....................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Scope.......................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Glossary...................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.4 References.................................................................................................................................................. 6
2Product description......................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Specifications.............................................................................................................................................. 7
2.2 Overview ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.3 Cabling........................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.4 Power connector......................................................................................................................................... 8
2.5 Choice of operating frequencies ................................................................................................................. 9
2.6 Signal connector Transducer...................................................................................................................... 9
2.7 Serial Ports................................................................................................................................................ 10
2.8 LAN ........................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.9 Power button............................................................................................................................................. 10
2.9.1 Power-OFF ........................................................................................................................................ 10
2.9.2 Power-ON .......................................................................................................................................... 10
2.9.3 STANDBY.......................................................................................................................................... 10
2.10 Power indicator...................................................................................................................................... 10
2.11 Ethernet indicators................................................................................................................................. 11
2.12 Transmit indicators ................................................................................................................................ 11
3Installation...................................................................................................................................................... 12
3.1 Software installation.................................................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Setting up the equipment.......................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Powering up the equipment ...................................................................................................................... 13
3.4 Transducer installation.............................................................................................................................. 14
3.4.1 “THROUGH HULL” transducer installation........................................................................................ 14
3.4.2 "SEA CHEST" transducer installation................................................................................................ 15
3.4.3 "OVER-THE-SIDE" transducer installation........................................................................................ 16
4Operational procedures................................................................................................................................ 17
4.1 Things to consider when calibrating.......................................................................................................... 17
4.2 How to calibrate the Echotrac CV............................................................................................................. 17
4.3 How to perform a bar check...................................................................................................................... 19
4.4 Shallow Water Operation.......................................................................................................................... 20
5Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................ 21
5.1 The Echotrac CV does not seem to be working........................................................................................ 21
5.2 The Echotrac CV power LED is off ........................................................................................................... 21
5.3 The Echotrac CV power LED is flickering................................................................................................. 21
5.4 What are the COM-port settings ............................................................................................................... 21
5.5 Known problems with Transducer............................................................................................................. 21
6Technical specifications............................................................................................................................... 23
6.1 Computer communications ....................................................................................................................... 23
6.2 Overview Serial Output string formats...................................................................................................... 24
6.3 Serial output strings .................................................................................................................................. 26
6.3.1 Echotrac SBT..................................................................................................................................... 26
6.3.2 Echotrac DBT..................................................................................................................................... 27

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6.3.3 Heave................................................................................................................................................. 29
6.3.4 DESO25............................................................................................................................................. 30
6.3.5 DESO DDV........................................................................................................................................ 30
6.3.6 DESO COMMANDS .......................................................................................................................... 31
6.3.7 NMEA DBS........................................................................................................................................ 31
6.4 Serial Data input / Chart annotation.......................................................................................................... 32
6.5 Serial heave input ..................................................................................................................................... 33
6.6 External Serial Control of Echotrac Parameters....................................................................................... 34
7Overview parameters and settings.............................................................................................................. 36
7.1 External Ethernet Control of Echotrac Parameters................................................................................... 36
8Uploading Firmware...................................................................................................................................... 37
8.1 Upgrading Motorola Processor Firmware................................................................................................. 37
8.2 Upgrading DSP Firmware......................................................................................................................... 38
9Echotrac CV Cable Connections.................................................................................................................. 39
9.1 Serial 1...................................................................................................................................................... 39
9.2 Serial 2...................................................................................................................................................... 39
9.3 Serial 3...................................................................................................................................................... 39
9.4 Heave........................................................................................................................................................ 39
9.5 LAN ........................................................................................................................................................... 39
9.6 Transducer................................................................................................................................................ 40
9.7 DC............................................................................................................................................................. 40
Appendix A. CABLE CONNECTIONS: ................................................................................................................. 41
Appendix B. Quick Start Operating Procedures ................................................................................................ 42

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1 INTRODUCTION
There are four Echotrac CV units named Echotrac CV100, Echotrac CV200, Echotrac CV300 and Echotrac CVM
(Mobile). This document covers the Echotrac CV100 and will refer to this unit as “Echotrac CV”. This Echotrac CV
supports one channel.
The Echotrac CV is a hydrographic echo sounder design incorporating the cutting-edge technology, features and
reliability of the Echotrac MKIII, plus the ease and flexibility of operation of a networked Windows®interface.
The Echotrac CV transceiver units are supplied in a compact stand-alone package that is ideally suited to many
shipboard installations. The Echotrac CV supports Chart-functionality in one optional format, a full size color LCD
“electronic chart”. The “electronic chart” is supplied in flexible modular enclosures complete with swivel mounting
hardware. A second option, that of operating the unit and collecting data on a networked PC, is also possible.
The optional color LCD module offers internal data storage (in .XTF format) and playback of the analog return
signal digitized to full 16-bit resolution. The Echotrac CV features a robust design and frequency agility enabling
the operator to precisely match the transceiver to almost any existing transducer. Operator selectable TVG
curves (10 Log, 20 Log, 30 Log, 40 Log, and Off) serve to optimise the Echotrac for shallow bottom detection
tasks and for Sonar imaging. The Echotrac CV features unsurpassed interfacing flexibility, offering 4 serial ports
that can be configured to interface with computers, positioning systems, motion reference units and remote
displays. The Echotrac CV also has an Ethernet port that outputs the 16 bit samples of the acoustic data for
further processing or visualization. The Echotrac CV also supports a number of output formats that are compatible
with most common Echo Sounder strings.
Figure 1: Echotrac CV100
To learn about the features of the Echotrac CV, this document is structured as a step by step manual; covering
the Echotrac CV as a product, how to install the software and the equipment, how to use all the different control
settings, how to perform certain procedures, how cables are wired to their connectors and troubleshooting.
Some of the major changes as of version 4.00 are:
- Replacement of the Echotrac Control Program with Odom eChart, a graphical data acquisition program.
Because the Echotrac Control Program 4.00 will become obsolete, it does not support some of the major
changes such as faster synchronization and adapting to the sounder’s hardware configuration.
- Faster synchronization due to improved communication protocol.
- Automatic detection of sounder(s) on the network and adapting to the sounder’s hardware configuration.

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1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this document is to explain the features and operation of the Echotrac CV.
1.2 Scope
The content of this document is focused on the end-user.
1.3 Glossary
DBS Depth Below Surface
DBT Dual Bottom Tracking
DGPS Differential Global Positioning System
DSP Digital Signal Processor
ETCV Echotrac CV
NMEA National Marine Electronics Association
SBT Single Bottom Tracking
TNC Threaded Nut Connector
TVG Time Varied Gain
VDC Volts Direct Current
1.4 References
[1] Title: Windows Flash Utility: OdomFlash.exe
Author(s): Patrick Oostenrijk
Report no: N/A
Version: 2.2
Date: 2007-02-27
[2] Title: Using Echotrac Ethernet Driver with Hypack
Author(s): Stephen Apsey
Report no: N/A
Version: 1.0
Date: 2006-07-17
[3] Title: Technical Specification Ethernet Interface
Author(s): Patrick Oostenrijk
Report no: N/A
Version: 1.8
Date: 2008-05-28

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2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Specifications
Frequency
• High Band: 100 kHz-750 kHz
• Low Band: 24 kHz-50 kHz
Output Power
• Up to 200 watts RMS
Input Power
• 12 to 24 VDC 30 watts
Resolution
• 0.01m / 0.1 ft.
Accuracy
• 0.01m / 0.10 ft. +/- 0.1% of depth @
200 kHz
• 0.10m / 0.30 ft. +/- 0.1% of depth @
33 kHz
Depth Range
• 0.2 – 600m / 0.5 – 600 ft.
Chart Scales
• 5,10,20,40,80,100,200,400,800m
• 15,30,60,120,240,300,600,1200,
2400ft.
Phasing
• Automatic scale change, 10%,20%,
30% overlap or Manual
LCD Display
• 15 inch TFT Screen
• Sunlight Readable
• Internal Data Storage in XTF format
on 40GB Hard Disk
• Data Transfer via Ethernet interface
or USB Flash Drive
Sound Velocity
• 1370 – 1700 m/s
• Resolution 1 m/s
Transducer Draft Setting
• 0 – 15m (0 – 50 ft.)
Depth Display
• On control PC and LCD display
Clock
• Internal battery backed time,
elapsed time, and date clock
Annotation
• Internal – date, time, GPS position
• External – from RS232 port
Interfaces
• 4 x RS232 and 1 x RS422 serial
ports, baud rate selectable 4800-
19200.
• Inputs from external computer,
motion sensor, sound velocity.
• Outputs to external computer,
remote display
• Outputs with LCD chart – VGA
video out
• Ethernet interface
• Heave – TSS1 and sounder
sentence
Blanking
• 0 to full scale
Installation
• Desktop
Software
• Echotrac Control supplied
• ChartView supplied with LCD
configuration
Environmental Operating Conditions
• 0°– 50° C, 5 – 90% relative
humidity, Non-condensing
Dimensions
• 28cm (11”) x 23cm (9”) W x
11.5cm (4.5”) D
Weight
• 5 kg (11 lbs.)
Options
• Remote Display
• Side Scan Transducer – single or
dual channel side looking 200 kHz
for 340kHz for search and
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2.2 Overview
On the backpanel of the Echotrac CV are all the connectors for serial communication interfacing, GPS data,
Ethernet communication, Transducer signals and power. See below, in Figure 2 for an overview of all the
connectors. Each item will be explained in more detail in the following chapters. The front panel has LED
indicators for Ethernet communication, Transceiver board operation and power.
Serial 1 Serial 3
Serial 2 Heave
LAN
Transducer
Power
Button
12-24
VDC LAN Status
LED
Power
LED
Transmit
LED
Figure 2: Overview of Echotrac CV
The Echotrac CV is a flexible unit designed for tabletop. Rack mounting can be accommodated with the included
special hardware. Where tabletop mounting is preferred, it is highly recommended that the unit be secured with
external 'tie-downs' for rough seas or heavy swells.
2.3 Cabling
All cabling is via the connectors located in the recessed panel at the rear of the unit. A view of the connector
arrangement is shown in Figure 2. Cable details are given in Appendix A. Care should be taken to route cables
using horizontal and vertical runs wherever possible. Avoid paths that run adjacent to transmitter feeder cables or
close to heat radiating elements such as steam pipes. For permanent installations, cables should be clamped at
regular intervals (1m) along their complete lengths.
2.4 Power connector
The Echotrac CV can be powered by DC power sources. DC operation requires an input voltage between 11 and
29 VDC (nominal 24 VDC). Average power consumption is approximately 25-30 watts. Frequently, power is
derived from two 12 V lead-acid batteries connected in series. These batteries (24V configuration), fully charged,
and in good condition, can normally power a unit for a full day without re-charging. Regulated DC supplies should
be able to source a short duration in-rush current spike of approximately 6 amps and an average current load of 3
amps. In the case of "charger" type (unregulated) supplies, the output should be "floated" across a battery load
and not connected solely to the echo sounder’s DC input. Details of the power cable are given in Appendix A.
Should the DC input voltage polarity be applied in reverse, an audible alarm within the unit will sound regardless
of the POWER switch setting. In the event that the input voltage drops below the minimum threshold the unit will
automatically shut down.

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Setting up two batteries in series (24 Volts DC system)
Battery 1
12 Volts Battery 2 12 Volts
(-) (-) (+)(+)
Jumper
DC Power cable
Using a jumper simply connect the positive post of battery 1 to the negative post on battery 2. Connect the
negative lead from the power cable to the negative post on battery 1 and the positive lead to the positive post on
battery 2. Always check the voltage with a voltage or multi-meter before connecting the DC power cable to any
equipment. Make sure that all the connecting equipment is also turned off before applying the power cables.
Otherwise the transients of such a ‘jump-start’ could damage the equipment.
2.5 Choice of operating frequencies
The Echotrac CV can be configured to use either a High or a Low frequency board, respectively 100 kHz – 750
kHz or 24 kHz – 50 kHz. Standard transducers are generally available from stock that support the frequency
ranges listed on the product description page (See 2.1 Specifications).
2.6 Signal connector Transducer
The signal from the transducer is passed to the Echotrac CV via a standard Odom transducer cable with a twist-
lock connector.

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2.7 Serial Ports
Serial 1
The Echotrac CV uses Serial port 1 to output depth data. Using a special Flash Utility program, the port is also
used to upgrade the software in the Echotrac CV. Another use of the port is to send commands to the Echotrac
CV or request certain parameter settings.
Serial 2
Serial port 2 is dedicated to connect the optional remote display to the Echotrac CV. The port can be configured
to use either an RS232 or RS422 protocol.
However, this feature is currently not supported with the Echotrac CV.
Serial 3
Serial port 3 is used to receive external GPS data in NMEA GLL or GGA format. It is best to only configure the
GPS to output only one of these strings as too much data can interfere with the communication processor’s other
tasks. When a GPS is connected to the Echotrac CV and is receiving position information, the Echotrac CV
100can output that GPS information on the Ethernet port.
Heave
Serial port 4 is used to receive motion sensor data in TSS1 format (heave). This port enables the Echotrac CV to
accept data from a motion compensator to apply corrections for the vertical movement caused by swells. The
Echotrac CV will only correct the depth for Heave. No corrections are done for Roll and Pitch.
2.8 LAN
The LAN port is used by the Echotrac CV to send and receive data on the network. The Echotrac CV can be
connected directly to a Hub or a Switch using a regular UTP CAT-5 ethernet cable. A regular cable is also known
as a ‘straight’ UTP cable. When the Echotrac is connected directly to a computer, a so-called ‘cross-over’ UTP
cable must be used. When a computer is directly connected to the Echotrac CV using a crossover cable, the
operating system on the computer may take 2-3 minutes before the computer has accepted a valid IP address. To
prevent this delay, you can assign the computer a static IP address or use a Hub/Switch.
2.9 Power button
The power switch in the ON position will power-up the internal circuitry. In the OFF position it will power-down the
internal circuitry.
2.9.1 Power-OFF
The main power switching circuitry is open in this position.
2.9.2 Power-ON
On "power-up", the unit performs a Self-test to check system memory and also tests the Non-volatile RAM battery
voltage. If there was a problem with the Non-volatile RAM, the factory defaults will be loaded. The unit then enters
the sounding mode and begins data acquisition.
2.9.3 STANDBY
The main power circuitry is energized, drawing current from the mains and providing regulated DC voltages to all
internal modules. The unit is no longer in the sounding mode when it is in the standby position. However, the
Parameter Entry System is enabled.
2.10 Power indicator
When the Echotrac CV is turned on, a red LED will be on to indicate that the internal systems have powered up
successfully. The red LED is located below the power button.