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  • Page 1 REFERENCE MANUAL Simrad SY50 kongsberg.com/simrad...
  • Page 3 Additional end-user documents related to the SY50 system can be found on our website. This includes publications that are translated to other languages. Selected publications are also provided on IETM (Interactive Electronic Technical Manual) formats. • https://www.kongsberg.com/sy50 467333/A November 2021 © Kongsberg Maritime AS...
  • Page 4 Kongsberg Maritime disclaims any responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper installation, use or maintenance of the equipment. Disclaimer Kongsberg Maritime AS endeavours to ensure that all information in this document is correct and fairly stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omissions. Support information If you require maintenance or repair, contact your local dealer.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Reference Manual Table of contents ABOUT THIS MANUAL ............15 SIMRAD SY50 ................ 17 Important..........................18 System description ......................19 System diagram........................22 System units ........................24 Display........................24 Processor Unit ......................24 Operating Panel ......................25 Power Supply Unit ....................25 Hull Unit.........................26 Transducer ......................26 Order information ......................28 General safety rules......................29...
  • Page 6 Simrad SY50 Defining the ping (transmission) modes..............68 Context-sensitive online help...................69 OPERATING PROCEDURES ............. 70 Getting started........................71 Turning on the SY50 system ..................71 Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the user interface .......72 Turning off the SY50 system..................73 Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters ..........75 Selecting Normal mode to start pinging..............75...
  • Page 7 Reference Manual Reducing bottom and surface reverberation with the RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) function................110 Reducing noise and false echoes with the Ping-Ping Filter ......... 111 Reducing the strong bottom echo to see fish close to the seabed......112 Adjusting the intensity of the echo presentations..........113 Recording and replaying echo data................
  • Page 8 Simrad SY50 Enabling Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) on the bottom bar ......144 Selecting which tooltips to appear in the user interface ........145 Adjusting the backlight intensity on the Operating Panel ........145 Reducing the light emitted from the display presentation........146 Increasing the visibility of the information panes ..........147 Changing the colour palette ("skin") used in the display presentations ....147...
  • Page 9 Reference Manual Inserting the installation parameters ................191 Inserting the ship origin and dimensions..............191 Inserting the installation parameters for the transducer ........193 Inserting the installation parameters for the motion reference unit (MRU) ......................196 Adjusting the built-in motion sensor offset ............198 Adjusting the stabilization offsets for the motion sensor ........201 Installing and maintaining software................205 Installing a new version of the operating software..........205 Removing the operating software.................206...
  • Page 10 Simrad SY50 Information panes overview .................284 Navigational information ..................286 Messages ......................289 Help ........................290 Operating system functions ..................290 Replay bar description ....................292 Sonar views........................294 Presentation modes....................295 Horizontal view ....................296 Vertical view......................303 Inspection view.....................307 Plane view ......................310 Echogram view.....................313 Catch view ......................315 270 Vertical view....................317...
  • Page 11 Reference Manual Cosmetics menu ......................382 Shortcut menus ......................384 FUNCTIONS AND DIALOG BOXES......... 388 Main menu; Functions and dialog boxes ...............389 User Settings dialog box..................389 Range function .....................392 Gain function ......................393 Tilt function ......................394 Bearing function ....................397 Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes..............400 Operation function....................400 Transmission Mode function ................402 Tx Power function ....................403...
  • Page 12 Simrad SY50 Export dialog box ....................430 Installation dialog box ..................431 About dialog box ....................432 Active menu; Functions and dialog boxes ..............434 TVG function .......................435 Ping-Ping Filter function ..................437 Pulse Type function ....................439 Bandwidth function ....................442 Frequency function....................443 Horizontal TX Sector function ................444 Vertical TX Sector function..................445...
  • Page 13 Reference Manual Screen Recording page ..................490 Pages in the Display Options dialog box ...............493 General page......................493 Map Display page....................496 Safety Depth page ....................498 Tooltip page ......................500 Own Ship page .....................501 Vertical View Orientation page ................502 Off Centre page ....................502 Current Flow page ....................504 Pages in the Diagnostics dialog box ................506 Processor page ......................507 Sensors page ......................508...
  • Page 14 Simrad SY50 Pages in the Information Pane Options dialog box............572 Size Distribution page ..................572 Fish Position page ....................575 Fish Size Adjustment page ...................578 School Mass Adjustment page ................579 CONCEPT DESCRIPTIONS ............ 580 Vessel coordinate system ....................581 Layers and deflections....................583 Temperature and salinity layers................583 Sonar beam deflections..................584...
  • Page 15 Reference Manual Operating Panel environmental requirements (Mk3) ...........607 Power Supply Unit environmental requirements ..........607 Hull Unit environmental requirements..............608 Compass safe distance ....................609 Display compass safe distance ................609 Nexcom NISE 3900E Processor Unit compass safe distance ......609 Operating Panel compass safe distance (Mk2).............610 Operating Panel compass safe distance (Mk3).............610 Power Supply Unit compass safe distance ............610 Hull Unit compass safe distance ................
  • Page 16 Simrad SY50 467333/A...

  • Page 17: About This Manual

    About this manual About this manual The purpose of this publication is to provide the descriptions, procedures and detailed parameter explanations required to allow for safe and efficient use of the SY50 system. The publication also provides you with a thorough understanding of the parameters and adjustments provided by the SY50 system.
  • Page 18 , SIMRAD ® and the Simrad ® logo are either registered trademarks, or trademarks of Kongsberg Maritime AS in Norway and other countries. Windows ® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. We want your feedback We always want to improve our products.

  • Page 19: Simrad Sy50

    Simrad SY50 Simrad SY50 Topics Important, page 18 System description, page 19 System diagram, page 22 System units, page 24 Order information, page 28 General safety rules, page 29 Network security, page 30 Support information, page 31 467333/A...

  • Page 20: Important

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Important The SY50 is an advanced product. It is used with other advanced products. There is important information that you need to know. Before you turn on the SY50 system Before you turn on the SY50 system, make sure that you have sufficient water depth...

  • Page 21: System Description

    • Do not step on the transducer cable. • Do not damage the transducer cable. Avoid exposure to sharp objects. Related topics Simrad SY50, page 17 System description The SY50 is an omnidirectional medium frequency fish-finding sonar designed for coastal fisheries.
  • Page 22 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • All transceiver electronics are placed inside the transducer. This means less cables, less noise and easier installation. • The diameter of the installation trunk is eight inches. This makes it easy to retrofit an older sonar system with a new SY50 system.
  • Page 23 The SY50 system is equipped with the celebrated signal processing software developed by Kongsberg Maritime. This includes Hyperbolic FM (HFM) transmissions. This pulse type is also known as "chirp". It ensures a clutter free picture with very high resolution in range.

  • Page 24: System Diagram

    Unless otherwise specified in a contract, the display is not included in the standard delivery from Kongsberg Maritime. This is a commercial item that can be purchased locally. A choice of hull units is available for the SY50 system. The hull units offer different physical properties and lowering depths.
  • Page 25 Simrad SY50 Related topics Simrad SY50, page 17 467333/A...

  • Page 26: System Units

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual System units Topics Display, page 24 Processor Unit, page 24 Operating Panel, page 25 Power Supply Unit, page 25 Hull Unit, page 26 Transducer, page 26 Display A display is a required part of the SY50 system. For best readability, the display must be protected from glare and have the correct height and angle.

  • Page 27: Operating Panel

    Simrad SY50 Related topics Simrad SY50, page 17 System units, page 24 Installing and maintaining software, page 205 Operating Panel The optional Operating Panel contains all necessary control functions for normal operation of the SY50 system. The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation.

  • Page 28: Hull Unit

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Hull Unit The hull unit is used to lower the transducer down below the ship’s hull when the SY50 system shall be used. When the SY50 system is turned off, the transducer is hoisted for protection.
  • Page 29 • Do not damage the outer protective skin of the transducer face. • Do not step on the transducer cable. • Do not damage the transducer cable. Avoid exposure to sharp objects. Related topics Simrad SY50, page 17 System units, page 24 467333/A...

  • Page 30: Order Information

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Order information To order the SY50 system, or any of the optional items provided with it, contact your local dealer. If you do not have a regular dealer, a list of all our distributors and dealers can be found on our website.Your dealer will also be able to help you with a detailed...

  • Page 31: General Safety Rules

    Simrad SY50 General safety rules Safety is important. The safety precautions must be followed at all times during installation and maintenance work. WARNING The SY50 system operates on 24 VDC and/or 230 VAC (50/60 Hz). These voltages are potentially lethal! You must never work alone on high-voltage equipment!

  • Page 32: Network Security

    The damage done if a remote computer succeeds doing this. Kongsberg Maritime has no information regarding the complete system installation on any vessel. Systems provided by Kongsberg Maritime are regarded as stand-alone offline systems. They are stand-alone even though they may be connected to a network for sensor interfaces and/or data distribution.

  • Page 33: Support Information

    Telefax • www.kongsberg.com/simrad Website • simrad.france@simrad.com Email address • : Kongsberg Underwater Technology LLC (KUTL) / Simrad Fisheries Company name • : 19210 33rd Ave W, Suite A, Lynnwood, WA 98036, USA Address • : +1 425 712 1136 Telephone...
  • Page 34 Website • simrad.canada@simrad.com Email address Malaysia • : Kongsberg Maritime Malaysia Sdn. Bhd Company name • : Unit 27-5 Signature Offices, The Boulevard, Mid Valley City, Address Lingkaran Syed Putra, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia • : +65 6411 7488 Telephone •...
  • Page 35 Simrad SY50 Related topics Simrad SY50, page 17 467333/A...

  • Page 36: Getting Started

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Getting started Topics Operating panels, page 35 Starting normal operation, page 46 Basic operating procedures, page 63 Context-sensitive online help, page 69 467333/A...

  • Page 37: Operating Panels

    Getting started Operating panels The optional Operating Panel contains all necessary control functions for normal operation of the SY50 system. The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. The controls provided by the Operating Panel are arranged in logical functional groups. This offers you clear and easy operation with fast access to key functionality.

  • Page 38: Operating Panel Description (Mk2)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Operating Panel description (Mk2) The SY50 Operating Panel is the most important device for fast and efficient user interface.The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. The controls provided by the Operating Panel are arranged in logical functional groups.
  • Page 39 Getting started use your Operating Panel to control more than two sonars, press Sonar Select repeatedly to select. User Settings Presentation modes On the Mk2 Operating Panel, the four buttons dedicated for user settings or presentation modes are located the top of the panel. To choose which function to apply open the page.
  • Page 40 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Middle Down Use these buttons to lower and hoist the transducer. While the transducer is moving the indicator lamp flashes, and an audible signal is sounded. When the requested position has been reached, the indicator lamp is lit, and the audible signal stops.
  • Page 41 Getting started Position Track A position track permits the SY50 system to automatically control the tilt and bearing based on the movements of your vessel. It locks on a position defined by its latitude, longitude and depth. The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to compensate for the movements of your vessel.

  • Page 42: Operating Panel Description (Mk3)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Operating Panel description (Mk3) The SY50 Operating Panel is the most important device for fast and efficient user interface.The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. The controls provided by the Operating Panel are arranged in logical functional groups.
  • Page 43 Getting started While the transducer is moving the indicator lamp flashes, and an audible signal is sounded. When the requested position has been reached, the indicator lamp is lit, and the audible signal stops. Rotary switches Turn a rotary switch to apply a predefined function. To choose which function to apply open the page.
  • Page 44 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Set Priority Target One marker can be given priority status to identify the object as the most important target or position. If another object has this priority, the status is transferred to the new object. The priority is identified with a "P".
  • Page 45 Getting started Related topics Getting started, page 34 Operating panels, page 35 467333/A...

  • Page 46: Microsoft Xbox Controller Description

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Microsoft Xbox Controller description You can use a Microsoft Xbox Controller to make basic adjustments to the sonar operation. To use the Xbox Controller, simply insert the USB receiver into a vacant USB slot on your Processor Unit. The operating system will recognize the device and automatically load the necessary drivers.
  • Page 47 Getting started The range setting defines from how "far" you want to detect echoes. In other words, you specify the horizontal or vertical distance from the vessel to the outer edge of the search area. Note Even though you can choose a large range value, that does not mean that you can detect your targets on the same range.

  • Page 48: Starting Normal Operation

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Starting normal operation Topics Turning on the SY50 system for normal use, page 46 Getting to know the user interface, page 47 Getting to know presentation modes and views, page 50 Selecting Normal mode to start pinging, page 54...

  • Page 49: Getting To Know The User Interface

    Getting started Observe that the dialog box opens automatically. Transceiver On/Off The dialog box offers progress information. A blue circle on the hull unit symbol means that the Processor Unit communicates with the hull unit control circuitry. Once the program has started, observe that the display presentation fills the entire screen.
  • Page 50 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual function provided by the SY50 system allows you to rearrange the Docking Views physical positions of the views, and to change their sizes. A comprehensive menu system allows access to all SY50 system functionality. The menu system is by default located on the right side of the display presentation.
  • Page 51 Getting started Observe the information pane "buttons" on the top bar. The SY50 system offers several information panes to provide additional and detailed data from the presentations. Each information pane is opened and closed from the top bar. Note Information panes are only available for Inspection views. Before you open an information pane, you must first click in an Inspection view to make it "active".

  • Page 52: Getting To Know Presentation Modes And Views

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Getting to know presentation modes and views The display presentation offered by the SY50system presents several views. Different combinations of views are organized in presentation modes. Context The SY50 system presents the echo data in different views. All information from each ping is shown in all the views simultaneously.
  • Page 53 Getting started while the solid line presents the actual tilt. You can change the tilt angle by means of the function on the menu. You can also click on the tilt line in Tilt Main a Vertical view and drag it up and down. •...
  • Page 54 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual This view makes it easy to keep contact with the school. You can determine its size distribution, and monitor the position the school relative to the bottom. The throw side is defined for the fishing gear you have chosen. Under...
  • Page 55 Getting started function controls how fast the echo presentation shall move Horizontal Scroll from right towards left in the Echogram and Inspection views. The speed is controlled by adjusting the number of pixels used to present each ping. A higher speed will update the view faster, but will also reduce the resolution.

  • Page 56: Selecting Normal Mode To Start Pinging

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • When enabled, equidistant horizontal scale lines are drawn in the view to indicate the range. • The function controls how fast the echoes shall travel across Horizontal Scroll the Inspection views. To fully understand how the beams behave in this view, use the Beam Visualization dialog box.

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Radius Of The Search Area

    Getting started can handle the information from each ping, how fast it communicates with external peripherals, or how long time it uses to save data. to Maximum. Tx Power Result The SY50 system is now transmitting acoustic pulses ("pinging") into the water. Related topics Getting started, page 34 Starting normal operation, page 46...

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Echo Sensitivity

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Optionally: Turn the relevant rotary switch to make the adjustment. The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches. The switches are identified with numbers. Each switch can be assigned a function related to range, gain, bearing or tilt.
  • Page 59 Getting started see. However, since you also increase the acoustic noise in the reception, the echo presentations will also show this noise. Too much gain may therefore "distort" the presentation. Comparing the gain function with the volume control on your car radio is not very accurate.

  • Page 60: Changing The Vertical Angle Of The Sonar Beams

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Optionally: Turn the relevant rotary switch to make the adjustment. The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches. The switches are identified with numbers. Each switch can be assigned a function related to range, gain, bearing or tilt.
  • Page 61 Getting started The challenge is to find a tilt that prevents the fish echoes to be "buried" in reverberation and bottom echoes. • If you use a high tilt value (A) the fish are easily disguised by bottom echoes. A strong RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) setting will remove the bottom echoes.

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Horizontal Direction Of The Sonar Beam

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select Tilt Make the necessary adjustment. The following methods can be used to adjust this setting: Select [+] or [-] to choose the requested setting. Place the cursor on the button. Press and hold the left mouse button. Move the cursor horizontally over the button.
  • Page 63 Getting started Note The choice you make is by default only applied to the currently selected (active) view. The active view is identified with a thicker border. A new manually initiated tracked object is automatically given priority status. The priority is identified with a "P". The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to follow the movements of the tracked target.

  • Page 64: Turning Off The Sy50 System

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Open the button and select if you wish to use the chosen setting in all Apply to all the views in the current presentation mode. Related topics Getting started, page 34 Starting normal operation, page 46...

  • Page 65: Basic Operating Procedures

    Getting started Basic operating procedures Topics Selecting the language displayed in the menus and dialog boxes, page 63 Selecting operating frequency for minimum noise, page 64 Hiding the menu system when you do not need it, page 65 Saving single or sequential screen captures, page 66 Saving the current user settings, page 67 Defining the ping (transmission) modes, page 68 Selecting the language displayed in the menus and dialog...

  • Page 66: Selecting Operating Frequency For Minimum Noise

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Selecting operating frequency for minimum noise function is used to control the centre frequency of the acoustic Frequency transmissions (pings). You can select any operational frequency from 54 to 60 kHz. All types of noise matter when you wish to find the best operating frequency.

  • Page 67: Hiding The Menu System When You Do Not Need It

    Getting started Related topics Getting started, page 34 Basic operating procedures, page 63 Frequency function, page 443 Hiding the menu system when you do not need it Unless you need to make frequent changes to the operating parameters, you may want to hide the menu from the display presentation.

  • Page 68: Saving Single Or Sequential Screen Captures

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Saving single or sequential screen captures While using the SY50 system you may wish to make a screen capture to save an instantaneous copy of the current presentation. Each screen capture you make is saved in format on the Processor Unit hard disk.

  • Page 69: Saving The Current User Settings

    Getting started Related topics Getting started, page 34 Basic operating procedures, page 63 Saving the current user settings When you have spent some time working with the SY50 system, you are probably using specific settings that you know are efficient for your purpose. It is a good idea to save these settings.

  • Page 70: Defining The Ping (Transmission) Modes

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Defining the ping (transmission) modes You can easily control how often the SY50 system shall transmit acoustic energy (a ping) into the water. You can disable the transmission altogether, set it to operate as fast as possible, or select a time interval.

  • Page 71: Context-Sensitive Online Help

    Getting started You can also change the value by selecting - and holding - the middle of the button, and move the cursor sideways. Drag the cursor sideways to increase or decrease the value. Release the mouse button when requested value is shown. to Single Ping.

  • Page 72: Operating Procedures

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Operating procedures Topics Getting started, page 71 Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters, page 75 Controlling the gain and range settings, page 84 Using the markers and tracking features, page 94 Improving the recognition of fish and schools using receiver filters, page 106...

  • Page 73: Getting Started

    Operating procedures Getting started Topics Turning on the SY50 system, page 71 Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the user interface, page 72 Turning off the SY50 system, page 73 Turning on the SY50 system To use the SY50 system, you must first turn it on. The SY50 program starts automatically when the Processor Unit is turned on.

  • Page 74: Lowering And Hoisting The Transducer From The User Interface

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The program starts up using the same settings as the last time you used it. If these settings are acceptable, continue operation. If you wish to alter any of the settings, see the relevant procedures. To lower the transducer, press on the Operating Panel.

  • Page 75: Turning Off The Sy50 System

    Operating procedures dialog box allows you to lower Hull Unit Control and hoist the transducer. The dialog box also provides status information about the transducer position. You can monitor the current position of the transducer, and make changes to the position defaults. Caution If the transducer hits larger objects or bottom, the transducer shaft may be bent, or - in worst case - it can be broken off.
  • Page 76 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual In the dialog box, select Power Off Power off Exit to Operating System • turns off the Processor Unit and the Transceiver Unit. Power Off • closes the SY50 program. Exit to Operation System • Both functions will also retract the transducer.

  • Page 77: Choosing Operating Mode And Key Transmit Parameters

    Operating procedures Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters Topics Selecting Normal mode to start pinging, page 75 Selecting Replay mode, page 76 Selecting Inactive mode, page 77 Setting up the SY50 system for maximum echo refresh rate, page 78 Transmitting single pings, page 79 Transmitting with fixed-time intervals, page 80 Adjusting the output power to match varying conditions, page 81...

  • Page 78: Selecting Replay Mode

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual to Maximum. Transmission Mode function enables or disables the SY50 transmissions into the Transmission Mode water. If you choose Maximum, the SY50 system will transmit (ping) continuously and as often as possible. This gives you the maximum refresh rate.

  • Page 79: Selecting Inactive Mode

    Operating procedures : The button shows you which file you are replaying. Select the button to Replay File open the dialog box. Replay File : This bar shows you the progress of the replay sequence. If Playback Progress you have chosen to restart the replay file(s) automatically (in a loop), the green indicator starts from left every time the file restarts.

  • Page 80: Setting Up The Sy50 System For Maximum Echo Refresh Rate

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Procedure Open the menu. Operation to Inactive. Operation When the SY50 system is disabled with this function, it will stop. The transmission ("pinging") stops.The current echoes are removed from the display presentation. Related topics Operating procedures, page 70...

  • Page 81: Transmitting Single Pings

    Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters, page 75 Setting up the SY50 system for maximum echo refresh rate, page 78 Transmitting single pings, page 79 Transmitting with fixed-time intervals, page 80 Transmission Mode function, page 402 Transmitting single pings You can set up the SY50 system to transmit a single ping only when you want it.

  • Page 82: Transmitting With Fixed-Time Intervals

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Transmitting with fixed-time intervals You can set up the SY50 system to transmit pings with a fixed time interval. Context to control how often the Transmission Mode SY50 system shall transmit its energy into the water.

  • Page 83: Adjusting The Output Power To Match Varying Conditions

    Operating procedures Adjusting the output power to match varying conditions You are permitted to adjust the output power from the SY50 system. is used to Tx Power control the amount of power that is transmitted with each ping. Context Most users operate the SY50 system with set to Maximum.

  • Page 84: Selecting The Best Operating Frequency

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Selecting the best operating frequency function is used to control the centre frequency of the acoustic Frequency transmissions (pings). You can select any operational frequency from 54 to 60 kHz. All types of noise matter when you wish to find the best operating frequency.
  • Page 85 Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters, page 75 Frequency function, page 443 467333/A...

  • Page 86: Controlling The Gain And Range Settings

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Controlling the gain and range settings Topics Adjusting the gain (echo sensitivity), page 84 Adjusting the TVG (Time Variable Gain) setting, page 86 Adjusting the sonar range, page 87 Expanding the range within the sonar view, page 88...
  • Page 87 Operating procedures reduces the minimum level, and this increases the sensitivity. Only echoes over the minimum level are shown in the echogram (C). Do not confuse this setting with the (Time Variable Gain) setting. Gain During normal operating conditions we recommend that you keep the gain between 15 and 30.

  • Page 88: Adjusting The Tvg (Time Variable Gain) Setting

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Controlling the gain and range settings, page 84 Range function, page 392 Adjusting the TVG (Time Variable Gain) setting When an acoustic pulse is sent through the water, it will gradually lose its energy. The greater the distance between the transducer and the target(s), the greater the loss of energy.

  • Page 89: Adjusting The Sonar Range

    Operating procedures Adjusting the sonar range Some echoes are close, others are further away. It is often necessary to adjust the radius of the search area. On the SY50 system, this is referred to as range. Context The range setting defines from how "far" you want to detect echoes. In other words, you specify the horizontal or vertical distance from the vessel to the outer edge of the search area.

  • Page 90: Expanding The Range Within The Sonar View

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The following methods can be used to adjust this setting: Select [+] or [-] to choose the requested setting. Place the cursor on the button. Press and hold the left mouse button. Move the cursor horizontally over the button. Release the mouse button when requested value is shown.

  • Page 91: Adjusting The Intensity Of The Echo Presentations

    Operating procedures to expand the range shown in the relevant views to any percentage View Range of the original setting. Range The expansion is made without resizing the echoes using a "zoom" effect. Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Controlling the gain and range settings, page 84 View Range function, page 411 Adjusting the intensity of the echo presentations The effect of the...

  • Page 92: Changing The Tilt

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Changing the tilt In order to detect fish or schools in the water column you may need to change the angle of the sonar beams. The transmitted sonar beams can be tilted electronically. Context The current tilt is shown with a solid line in the Vertical view. In the Horizontal view, the current settings for range, gain and tilt are shown in the top left corner of the view.

  • Page 93: Adjusting The Bearing

    Operating procedures Procedure In a Vertical view, click on the tilt line, keep the mouse button depressed, and drag the line up or down. Optionally: Click in any view to make it active. The active view is identified with a thicker border. Unless you use the Apply to all function, all changes you make will only be applied to this view.
  • Page 94 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • If you use a presentation mode with two horizontal views you can set to two Bearing different values. Both bearing lines are shown in the Horizontal view. Both bearings are shown as continuous lines pointing out from the sonar position. The bearing in Horizontal 1 is shown with a solid line.
  • Page 95 Operating procedures Make the necessary adjustment. The following methods can be used to adjust this setting: Select [+] or [-] to choose the requested setting. Place the cursor on the button. Press and hold the left mouse button. Move the cursor horizontally over the button.

  • Page 96: Using The Markers And Tracking Features

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Using the markers and tracking features Topics Starting a position track, page 94 Starting a target track, page 95 Placing a new marker, page 97 Deleting a marker, page 98 Measuring the size of a school relative to the purse seine, page 98...

  • Page 97: Starting A Target Track

    Operating procedures Procedure Place the cursor over the echo you wish to track. Press on the Operating Panel. Position Track Place the cursor over the echo you wish to track. Right-click to open the shortcut menu. Select Initiate Track Result The marker is shown as a small triangle with or without a short identifying label.
  • Page 98 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual which echoes that shall be classified as targets, and whether you shall start manual or automatic target tracking. The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to follow the movements of the tracked target. The bearing line is automatically locked on the object to reflects its bearing.

  • Page 99: Placing A New Marker

    Operating procedures Related topics Operating panels, page 35 Objects menu, page 374 Shortcut menus, page 384 Operating procedures, page 70 Using the markers and tracking features, page 94 Placing a new marker One or more markers can be placed in the view to identify specific echoes. Each marker is shown as a small triangle with or without a short identifying label.

  • Page 100: Deleting A Marker

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Deleting a marker There are two ways to delete a marker.You can use the shortcut menu, or select Delete menu. Objects Context You can delete a single marker, or multiple markers simultaneously, by selecting Delete in the menu.

  • Page 101: Using Visual Aids During The Purse Seine Catch Phase

    Operating procedures Procedure Position the cursor where you wish to place the circle marker. Press on the Operating Panel. Circle Marker Right-click and select on the shortcut menu. Place Circle Marker The size and location of the marker is defined by the choices you have made with function.
  • Page 102 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual This places a circle marker in the view. The size and location of the marker is defined by the choices you have made with the function. Until you Fishing Gear proceed, the marker follows the movements of the vessel by keeping its relative location to the bow.

  • Page 103: Selecting A Geographical Area For Accurate Target Tracking

    Operating procedures Selecting a geographical area for accurate target tracking When you have an echo you wish to track, the tracking functionality places a geographical area around the object. An invisible area - the tracking area - is created as an acquisition area. In order for the SY50 system to find and lock on the intended target, it needs to be kept within this tracking area.

  • Page 104: Defining The Physical Size Of The Tracking Area

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Using the markers and tracking features, page 94 Defining the physical size of the tracking area, page 102 Tracking Area function, page 420 Tracking Area Setup dialog box, page 472...

  • Page 105: Choosing The Fishing Gear In Use

    Operating procedures Procedure Open the menu. Setup Select on the menu, open the button submenu, and select Tracking Area Setup Tracking Area Setup Make the necessary adjustments. Select to save the selected settings and close the dialog box. Further requirements Use the dialog box to change the size of the predefined area sizes.

  • Page 106: Changing The Fishing Gear Properties To Match Your Own Equipment

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select an option from the list provided. Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Using the markers and tracking features, page 94 Changing the fishing gear properties to match your own equipment, page 104 Using visual aids during the purse seine catch phase, page 99...
  • Page 107 Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Using the markers and tracking features, page 94 Choosing the fishing gear in use, page 103 Using visual aids during the purse seine catch phase, page 99 Fishing Gear function, page 422 Fishing Gear Setup page, page 557 Add Fishing Gear dialog box, page 473 467333/A...

  • Page 108: Improving The Recognition Of Fish And Schools Using Receiver Filters

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Improving the recognition of fish and schools using receiver filters Topics About the receiver filter sequence in the SY50 system, page 106 Reducing noise and reverberation with the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) function, page 107 Reducing propeller noise and interference with the Noise Filter, page 109...

  • Page 109: Reducing Noise And Reverberation With The Agc (Automatic Gain Control) Function

    Operating procedures Note that (Time Varied Gain) and are not filters, but included Gain Display Gain only to illustrate the complete "signal path". Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Improving the recognition of fish and schools using receiver filters, page 106 Reducing noise and reverberation with the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) function, page 107 Reducing propeller noise and interference with the Noise Filter, page 109...
  • Page 110 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The most practical way to use the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) is to first switch it off. Adjust the echo presentation using the normal gain functionality until you have the best possible result, then activate the AGC.

  • Page 111: Reducing Propeller Noise And Interference With The Noise Filter

    Operating procedures Reducing propeller noise and interference with the Noise Filter Unless you synchronize the transmissions from your other hydroacoustic systems you may have an issue with interference. Even with synchronization activated the noise from other nearby vessels may cause noise. Context is used to minimize the interference from other acoustics systems (sonars Noise Filter...

  • Page 112: Reducing Bottom And Surface Reverberation With The Rcg (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Reducing bottom and surface reverberation with the RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) function When you transmit an acoustic pulse into the water to search for a target, echoes will also be returned from any other objects in the beam. The energy reflected from these "unwanted"...

  • Page 113: Reducing Noise And False Echoes With The Ping-Ping Filter

    Operating procedures • : Use for scattered fish located close to the bottom. This setting uses a slightly different algorithm than the other scattered fish settings. • : Use for scattered fish located close to the bottom. This setting uses a slightly different algorithm than the other scattered fish settings.

  • Page 114: Reducing The Strong Bottom Echo To See Fish Close To The Seabed

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • : Select to disable the filter. The historical information from previous transmissions ("pings") are not used to remove noise and unwanted echoes. • : Select Weak to allow the filter to compare the echoes from the latest two pings.

  • Page 115: Adjusting The Intensity Of The Echo Presentations

    Operating procedures Procedure Click in any view to make it active. The active view is identified with a thicker border. Open the menu. Active Select Bottom Filter Threshold Select a value from the options provided. Select a value Bottom Filter Threshold to control the "strength"...
  • Page 116 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Select the left side of the button to decrease the value. Select the right side of the button to increase the value. Select the middle of the button to open it.If you have a keyboard connected to the SY50 system, type the requested value.

  • Page 117: Recording And Replaying Echo Data

    Operating procedures Recording and replaying echo data Topics Defining the file and folder settings for data recording, page 115 Recording echo data, page 116 Accessing the echo data files to delete, move or copy them, page 117 Selecting Replay mode, page 118 Choosing which echo data file(s) to replay, page 119 Defining the file and folder settings for data recording A useful function of the SY50 system is it ability to record echo data.

  • Page 118: Recording Echo Data

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Procedure Open the menu. Operation Select Output Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number of Output pages selected from the menu on the left side. Select to open the page. File Setup Choose the required settings.

  • Page 119: Accessing The Echo Data Files To Delete, Move Or Copy Them

    Operating procedures Note The data files will normally become very large. If you wish to record large amounts of data, make sure that you have enough space on your hard disk. The SY50 system is not provided with unlimited disk capacity. We recommend that you save the data files to an external storage device.

  • Page 120: Selecting Replay Mode

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select on the right side of the top bar. Minimize From the Windows ® button, right-click to open File Explorer. Start In the file manager utility, locate the folder you defined in the dialog box. File Setup Use the functionality provided by the operating system to delete the files, or to copy or move them to the storage device.

  • Page 121: Choosing Which Echo Data File(S) To Replay

    Operating procedures The replay bar opens automatically. It is positioned directly below the top bar at the top of the display presentation. If you need to select which files to replay, select under the Replay File Operation button. You can also select the large button in the middle of the replay bar. Select to start the playback.
  • Page 122 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Procedure Open the menu. Operation Select to see the available choices. Operation Select to open the dialog box. Replay File dialog box allows you to choose which file(s) to be used for Replay File playback. The files listed were generated automatically during recording. Each file is identified with the time and date it was made.

  • Page 123: Recording And Exporting Processed Echo Data

    Operating procedures Recording and exporting processed echo data Topics Defining the processed data recording parameters, page 121 Recording processed data, page 122 Accessing the processed data files to delete, move or copy them, page 123 Defining the processed data recording parameters The SY50 system allows you to record processed data.

  • Page 124: Recording Processed Data

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select Output Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number of Output pages selected from the menu on the left side. Select to open the page. Processed Data to File Select an output type from the list.

  • Page 125: Accessing The Processed Data Files To Delete, Move Or Copy Them

    Operating procedures previously recorded data. In Replay mode the SY50 system is not able to transmit ("ping"). For this reason, the SY50 system is inactive during playback. • Use on the menu to record processed data. This is only an Record Processed Operation export format.
  • Page 126 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual You need a data storage device. This is typically a large capacity USB flash drive or a small portable hard disk. You can also connect the Processor Unit to a network, and copy the files to a server.

  • Page 127: Capturing The Display Presentation In Image And Video Files

    Operating procedures Capturing the display presentation in image and video files Topics Capturing the display presentation in an image, page 125 Capturing the display presentation using one image for each ping, page 126 Choosing screen capture mode, page 127 Accessing the screen capture images to delete, move or copy them, page 128 Capturing the display presentation in a video file, page 129 Selecting where to save the video files, page 130 Capturing the display presentation in an image...

  • Page 128: Capturing The Display Presentation Using One Image For Each Ping

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Result Each screen capture you make is saved in format on the Processor Unit hard disk. .jpg The files are located in the following folder: C:\Users\Public\Documents\Simrad\SY50\ScreenDumps Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 125...

  • Page 129: Choosing Screen Capture Mode

    Operating procedures Result In Sequence mode a new screen capture is created for every ping. Each screen capture you make is saved in format on the computer hard disk. The files are located .jpg in the following folder: C:\Users\Public\Documents\Simrad\SY50\ScreenDumps Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 125 Capturing the display presentation in an image, page 125...

  • Page 130: Accessing The Screen Capture Images To Delete, Move Or Copy Them

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 125 Capturing the display presentation in an image, page 125 Capturing the display presentation using one image for each ping, page 126...

  • Page 131: Capturing The Display Presentation In A Video File

    Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 125 Capturing the display presentation in an image, page 125 Capturing the display presentation using one image for each ping, page 126 Choosing screen capture mode, page 127 Accessing the screen capture images to delete, move or copy them, page 128 Screen Captures dialog box, page 427...

  • Page 132: Selecting Where To Save The Video Files

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 125 Capturing the display presentation in a video file, page 129 Selecting where to save the video files, page 130...
  • Page 133 Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 125 Capturing the display presentation in a video file, page 129 Selecting where to save the video files, page 130 Screen Recording page, page 490 467333/A...

  • Page 134: Setting Up Presentation Modes And Views

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Setting up presentation modes and views Topics Moving a view to another display, page 132 Rearranging the layout of the echo presentations, page 133 Restoring the locations and sizes of the views, page 134 Moving a view to another display Each operating mode is presented with a set of views.

  • Page 135: Rearranging The Layout Of The Echo Presentations

    Operating procedures Rearranging the layout of the echo presentations Each operating mode is presented with a set of views. These are placed at different positions with different sizes. With the function you can move and re-size Docking Views the views in the display presentation. Context The physical location and size of each view can be changed individually.

  • Page 136: Restoring The Locations And Sizes Of The Views

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Restoring the locations and sizes of the views If you have used to rearrange the position and size of your views, you Docking Views must use to restore all the views to their default positions. User Settings...

  • Page 137: Defining The Visual Information In The Sonar Views

    Operating procedures Defining the visual information in the sonar views Topics Selecting true or relative motion behaviour in the views, page 135 Placing data from a sea current sensor in the sonar view, page 136 Adding markers for external objects to the echo presentation, page 137 Selecting true or relative motion behaviour in the views In selected views you can control how the vessel symbol shall "behave"...

  • Page 138: Placing Data From A Sea Current Sensor In The Sonar View

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Placing data from a sea current sensor in the sonar view A current sensor can be connected to the SY50 system. This can for example be an acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP). The information from this sensor is presented in the applicable views.

  • Page 139: Adding Markers For External Objects To The Echo Presentation

    Operating procedures Adding markers for external objects to the echo presentation Position information from external objects such as buoys, fish aggregating devices and other similar items can be imported into the SY50 system. The external objects are shown as hexagonal markers in the echo presentation. Prerequisites A suitable receiver system must be connected to the Processor Unit.

  • Page 140: Using Maps

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Using maps Topics Enabling and disabling the map presentation, page 138 Selecting which map elements to include in the display presentation, page 139 Setting up the presentation of the depth lines in the map, page 139...

  • Page 141: Selecting Which Map Elements To Include In The Display Presentation

    Map Display Select which map elements you want to include. Note These map settings are only valid for WMS (Web Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system. Select to save the selected settings and close the dialog box. Related topics...

  • Page 142: Choosing A Map Provider

    Map Setup Choose map provider, then insert relevant information to make the connection. Only WMS (World Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system are supported. Type the correct URL to make contact with the map server.

  • Page 143: Defining Settings Related To User Preferences And Individual Customizing

    Operating procedures Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing Topics Selecting menu language, page 141 Hiding the menu system, page 142 Placing the menu on the left side of the display presentation, page 143 Selecting the information to appear on the top bar, page 143 Enabling Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) on the bottom bar, page 144 Selecting which tooltips to appear in the user interface, page 145 Adjusting the backlight intensity on the Operating Panel, page 145...

  • Page 144: Hiding The Menu System

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select the language you wish to use. Result All the texts in the user interface are changed to the selected language. The context sensitive on-line help may also be available in your language. To change the language in the on-line help, you may need to restart the SY50 system.

  • Page 145: Placing The Menu On The Left Side Of The Display Presentation

    Operating procedures Placing the menu on the left side of the display presentation The menu system is by default located on the right side of the display presentation. You can move the menu system to the left side of the presentation.The page in the General dialog box controls the location of the menu.

  • Page 146: Enabling Coordinated Universal Time (Utc) On The Bottom Bar

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual In the list, select the information you want to see on the top bar. Top Bar Select to save the selected settings and close the dialog box. Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing, page 141...

  • Page 147: Selecting Which Tooltips To Appear In The User Interface

    Operating procedures Selecting which tooltips to appear in the user interface When you move the cursor over the echoes in the display presentation, small "tooltips" are shown to provide additional information. The page controls which tooltips Tooltip that are shown. Context Several tooltips can be shown in the echo presentation.

  • Page 148: Reducing The Light Emitted From The Display Presentation

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Adjust the background illumination to suit your preferences and the ambient light conditions. To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Select the left side of the button to decrease the value. Select the right side of the button to increase the value.

  • Page 149: Increasing The Visibility Of The Information Panes

    Operating procedures Increasing the visibility of the information panes When you open an information pane, you will see that it is transparent. This transparency allows you to see the echoes behind the pane, but it may also reduce the visibility of the information in it.

  • Page 150: Choosing The Colours Used To Present The Echoes

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select Colour Setup Select the colour palette ("skin") you want to use. At the bottom of the dialog box, select to preview your choice. Apply Select to save the selected setting and close the dialog box.

  • Page 151: Selecting Measurement Units

    Operating procedures Related topics Operating procedures, page 70 Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing, page 141 Colour Setup dialog box, page 416 Selecting measurement units The SY50 system is prepared to work with several international standards for units of measurements.

  • Page 152: Configuring The Environmental Parameters

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Configuring the environmental parameters Environmental parameters such as salinity, and sound speed play an important part to present accurate echo data. Use the parameters to define these values. Environment Depending on the current sea and weather conditions, you may need to change these values frequently.
  • Page 153 Operating procedures Procedure Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select to open the Installation...
  • Page 154 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual If the speed limit is exceeded a message is issued by the SY50 system. The SY50 system can be provided with one of the following hull units: Hull Unit Lowering depth (mm) Maximum speed (knots) SY50...

  • Page 155: Saving, Retrieving And Handling User Settings

    Operating procedures Saving, retrieving and handling user settings Topics Saving the current user settings, page 153 Choosing previously saved user settings, page 154 Renaming existing user settings, page 155 Deleting user settings that are no longer used, page 156 Choosing factory default settings, page 157 Saving the current user settings When you have spent some time working with the SY50 system, you are probably using specific settings that you know are efficient for your purpose.

  • Page 156: Choosing Previously Saved User Settings

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select to close the dialog box. Related topics Saving, retrieving and handling user settings, page 153 Choosing previously saved user settings User settings that either you or any of your colleagues have saved can easily be retrieved and put to use.

  • Page 157: Renaming Existing User Settings

    Operating procedures Renaming existing user settings An existing user setting can easily be renamed. Context dialog box is used to store your favourite settings. These settings can be User Settings related to different operations, environmental conditions or basic personal preferences. You can use different settings to create as many user profiles as you like, and give them any name.

  • Page 158: Deleting User Settings That Are No Longer Used

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Deleting user settings that are no longer used When you save the user settings, the files you have created are shown on the Saved list. The list may be too long. User settings that you do not need can be deleted.

  • Page 159: Choosing Factory Default Settings

    Operating procedures Choosing factory default settings Sometimes it may be useful to reset the SY50 system to work with a set of known user settings. A set of "factory settings" is provided for this purpose. The factory settings may be put to use if you are uncertain of which values to use. They offer the "best practice"...

  • Page 160: Defining The User-Selected Features On The Operating Panel

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Defining the user-selected features on the Operating Panel Topics Selecting which Operating Panel to use, page 158 Assigning user settings or presentation modes to the Operating Panel, page 159 Assigning functions to the rotary switches on the Operating Panel, page 161...

  • Page 161: Assigning User Settings Or Presentation Modes To The Operating Panel

    Operating procedures On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select Installation Operating Panel Select which operating panel to use.
  • Page 162 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • On the Mk2 Operating Panel, the four buttons dedicated for user settings or presentation modes are located the top of the panel. • On the Mk3 Operating Panel, the requested user setting or presentation mode is chosen with a single button.

  • Page 163: Assigning Functions To The Rotary Switches On The Operating Panel

    Operating procedures Assigning functions to the rotary switches on the Operating Panel The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches. The Mk3 Operating Panel is fitted with two rotary switches. The switches are identified with numbers. Each switch can be assigned a function related to range, gain, bearing or tilt.

  • Page 164: Assigning Functions To F1, F2 And F3 On The Operating Panel (Mk2)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the menu opens. This dialog box contains a number of Installation pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select...
  • Page 165 Operating procedures The three function buttons are grouped with the button. Screen Capture The following functions can be assigned: Auto Tilt This is an "on/off" function. When Auto Tilt mode is activated the beam will automatically change its tilt angle for each transmission ("ping"). The centre of the tilt sector is defined by the chosen tilt angle just before the Auto Tilt mode is started.
  • Page 166 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the menu opens. This dialog box contains a number of Installation pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select...

  • Page 167: Exporting Sensor Data, Marker Positions And Technical Information

    Operating procedures Exporting sensor data, marker positions and technical information Topics Exporting target markers, page 165 Exporting sensor data to a peripheral system, page 166 Exporting technical information, page 168 Exporting target markers Under normal use, the SY50 system presents several different echoes simultaneously. Some of these are clearly more interesting than others.

  • Page 168: Exporting Sensor Data To A Peripheral System

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select which marker type to export. Select to save the output format. Select to save your choices. Apply If you want to check the communication parameters, select Inspect Port Note You cannot make any changes here. To change the communication parameters, use page.
  • Page 169 Operating procedures sensor information. When activated, the selected sensor information is sent out on the chosen communication port (serial or LAN). The following sensor data can be exported: • Navigation Procedure Open the menu. Setup Select Output Observe that the dialog box opens.

  • Page 170: Exporting Technical Information

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Exporting technical information Exporting technical information from the SY50 system to a hard disk or USB flash drive is often useful. Both during normal use, and perhaps preferably during software and hardware troubleshooting, it can be helpful to share information.

  • Page 171: Maintenance Procedures

    Maintenance procedures Maintenance procedures Topics Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the sonar room, page 170 Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices, page 172 Inserting the installation parameters, page 191 Installing and maintaining software, page 205 Testing the noise conditions and the sonar functionality, page 228 Preventive maintenance, page 244 467333/A...

  • Page 172: Lowering And Hoisting The Transducer From The Sonar Room

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the sonar room Topics Lowering the transducer using a spanner, page 170 Hoisting the transducer using a spanner, page 171 Lowering the transducer using a spanner The Operating Panel controls the lowering and hoisting of the transducer. In case of a power failure the transducer can be hoisted or lowered manually by means of a spanner.

  • Page 173: Hoisting The Transducer Using A Spanner

    Maintenance procedures Note Locate the . It is placed inside the bottom of the gantry. Stop Lower Limit Switch the rotation when the switch is activated. Replace the protective cap cover. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Lowering and hoisting the transducer from the sonar room, page 170 Hoisting the transducer using a spanner The Operating Panel controls the lowering and hoisting of the transducer.

  • Page 174: Setting Up The Interfaces To Peripheral Devices

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices Topics Installing navigation sensors and other sensors, page 172 Defining the serial and Ethernet (LAN) port parameters, page 174 Setting up the input from a navigation system (GPS), page 175...
  • Page 175 Maintenance procedures Note Just making changes and selecting at the bottom of the page will not install anything. Select what to install, define the relevant parameters, and then select Procedure Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens.

  • Page 176: Defining The Serial And Ethernet (Lan) Port Parameters

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Defining the serial and Ethernet (LAN) port parameters For any sensor interface to work, the communication parameters must be set up correctly. The SY50 software automatically scans the Processor Unit to locate and identify the available communication ports. Once the software has established a list of valid interfaces, you can set up and control the communication parameters.

  • Page 177: Setting Up The Input From A Navigation System (Gps)

    Maintenance procedures Set up the relevant serial or Ethernet (LAN) communication parameters. The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: • : 4800 bit/s Baud rate • Data bits • : Even Parity • Stop bits Some instruments may provide other parameters and/or options. You must always check the relevant technical documentation supplied by the manufacturer.
  • Page 178 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Context page allows your SY50 system to communicate with external Sensor Installation sensors and systems. You must specify which communication port to use (LAN (Local Area Network) or serial port). You can type a custom name to identify the sensor import.
  • Page 179 Maintenance procedures 10 Select which datagram(s) you want to import from the sensor. 11 If relevant, specify a dedicated talker ID. 12 Provide the accurate physical location of the sensor (or its antenna) with reference to the vessel’s coordinate system. The position of certain sensors must be defined as an offset to the Ship Origin in the coordinate system to maximize performance.

  • Page 180: Setting Up The Interface For Speed Log Input

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Setting up the interface for speed log input In order to operate correctly, the SY50 system requires input from a speed log. In most cases a suitable sensor is already installed on the vessel. A global positioning system (GPS) with a compatible output format can also be used.
  • Page 181 Maintenance procedures On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select Installation Sensor Installation , select Speed Log to import information from a global positioning...

  • Page 182: Setting Up The Interface For Course Gyro Input

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Setting up the interface for course gyro input In order to operate correctly, the SY50 system requires input from a course gyro. In most cases a suitable course gyro is already installed on the vessel. A global positioning system (GPS) with a compatible output format can also be used.
  • Page 183 Maintenance procedures Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select Installation Sensor Installation...

  • Page 184: Configuring The Sensor Interface

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual 13 Select to save the new sensor interface you have defined. The sensor interface is added to the list on the Installed Sensors Sensor Installation page. 14 At the bottom of the dialog box, select to save your settings.
  • Page 185 Maintenance procedures The SY50 system can communicate with several different sensor types. Use the Sensor page to define which external sensors your SY50 system will import Installation information from. You must also specify which datagram formats to use. Note When you work in the dialog box, you must always select to save the Installation...

  • Page 186: Setting Up The Input From A Motion Reference Unit (Mru)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Setting up the input from a motion reference unit (MRU) The information from a motion reference unit (MRU) (normally heave, roll and pitch information) is imported into the SY50 system to increase the accuracy of the echo data.
  • Page 187 Maintenance procedures Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. Note If you want to use a serial line to interface the motion sensor, and no COM ports are available, you must first release a port on the page.

  • Page 188: Setting Up The Sy50 System For Synchronized Operation

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices, page 172 Motion Reference Unit page, page 532 Setting up the SY50 system for synchronized operation If you want to use the SY50 system as a master or slave in a synchronized system, you must set it up for such operation.
  • Page 189 Maintenance procedures Open the menu. Setup On the menu, select Setup Installation Observe that the dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number Installation of pages selected from the menu on the left side. On the left side of the dialog box, select Installation Synchronization...

  • Page 190: Setting Up Input From Buoys, Fish Aggregating Devices And Other External Objects

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note This delay will only work when the synchronization is set up using a serial port. • Slave In Slave mode, the SY50 system waits for the delay time after the external trigger signal has arrived before transmitting the ping. This is often referred to as a post-trigger.
  • Page 191 Maintenance procedures Area Network) or serial port). You can type a custom name to identify the sensor import. In the list of valid datagram formats, select the format(s) to be accepted by the SY50 system. For each relevant sensor you must insert the offset values that define the its physical location relative to the vessel’s coordinate system.
  • Page 192 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual 13 At the bottom of the dialog box, select to save your settings. Apply 14 Continue your work in the dialog box, or select to close it. Installation Further requirements On the left side of the dialog box, select .

  • Page 193: Inserting The Installation Parameters

    Maintenance procedures Inserting the installation parameters Topics Inserting the ship origin and dimensions, page 191 Inserting the installation parameters for the transducer, page 193 Inserting the installation parameters for the motion reference unit (MRU), page 196 Adjusting the built-in motion sensor offset, page 198 Adjusting the stabilization offsets for the motion sensor, page 201 Inserting the ship origin and dimensions When you have several different sensors and transducers on your vessel, and you wish...
  • Page 194 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual It is common practice to place the Ship Origin at the same position as the motion reference unit (MRU). This will minimize the vectors when your vessel is moving. Use the vessel drawings to establish the offset values between the basic position of the Ship Origin and the MRU location.

  • Page 195: Inserting The Installation Parameters For The Transducer

    Maintenance procedures Further requirements You must proceed by defining the locations of the navigation system antenna, the motion reference sensor, and the transducer. These locations are all referenced to the same reference point. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Inserting the installation parameters, page 191 Ship page, page 536 Inserting the installation parameters for the transducer When the hull unit is placed on the trunk, the "forward"...
  • Page 196 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Context As a general recommendation, the hull unit shall be oriented with the hoisting motor pointing approximately 45 degrees of the vessel’s centre line. If this orientation makes it difficult to access electrical connections, the hull unit may be rotated during its installation to the most suitable direction.
  • Page 197 Maintenance procedures Select to open the page. Transducer Insert the relevant offset values. Do this as accurately as possible. : Insert the horizontal distance on the x-axis (fore-and-aft direction) X Offset between the transducer and the Ship Origin. : Insert the horizontal distance on the y-axis (athwartship direction) Y Offset between the transducer and the Ship Origin.

  • Page 198: Inserting The Installation Parameters For The Motion Reference Unit (Mru)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Inserting the installation parameters for the motion reference unit (MRU) The physical location of the motion reference unit (MRU) relative to the transducer is required to allow the SY50 system to adjust for roll and pitch as accurately as possible.
  • Page 199 The motion sensor offset values are not important for sonar operation. Correct values for motion sensor rotation are important for roll and pitch compensation. Note The Kongsberg Seapath ® - and other GPS systems - allow you to define the MRU location in the positioning system.

  • Page 200: Adjusting The Built-In Motion Sensor Offset

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note The Kongsberg Seapath ® - and other GPS systems - allow you to define the MRU location in the positioning system. If this is done, the MRU offset values in the SY50 system must be set to 0 (zero) to avoid "dual compensation". The rotation angles are normally not recorded by the positioning system.
  • Page 201 Maintenance procedures If the Power Supply Unit has been mounted with its door pointing straight aft, you do not need to enter any rotation values. If the unit faces in any other direction you must compensate for this by typing the relevant value for Rotation Around Z Independent of the power supply orientation, the offset of the built-in motion sensor is always defined as:...
  • Page 202 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Illustration: Rotation around the x-axis: In the positive horizontal direction (forward), a positive rotation is clockwise. Rotation around the y-axis: In the positive horizontal direction (starboard), a positive rotation is clockwise. Rotation around the z-axis: In the positive vertical direction (down), a positive rotation is clockwise.

  • Page 203: Adjusting The Stabilization Offsets For The Motion Sensor

    Maintenance procedures Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Inserting the installation parameters, page 191 Inserting the installation parameters for the motion reference unit (MRU), page 196 MRU (Motion Reference Unit) page, page 538 Adjusting the stabilization offsets for the motion sensor The SY50 system is provided with a built-in motion sensor to provide electronic stabilization of the sonar beams.
  • Page 204 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual degrees roll offset error causes the echoes to be "distorted". This error will of course be more visible on longer ranges. Note Do not confuse stabilization offset with installation offset. The installation offset values describe the physical location and orientation of an item, and how this location is related to the vessel's coordinate system.
  • Page 205 Maintenance procedures Select to open the page. General In the list, enable Top Bar Roll Pitch On the top bar, read the roll and pitch values. Write down the values. Select to save the selected settings and close the dialog box. Place the digital level on the mounting flange.
  • Page 206 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual ("COMx" is the serial port to which the motion sensor is connected.) Select which NMEA sentence (datagram) you want to use. Select the baud rate. Select and then to save your choice and close the Apply...

  • Page 207: Installing And Maintaining Software

    Maintenance procedures Installing and maintaining software Topics Installing a new version of the operating software, page 205 Removing the operating software, page 206 Updating the online help system, page 207 Adding online help in a new language, page 209 Obtaining and installing a software license for additional functionality, page 211 Setting up the Operating Panel (Mk2), page 212 Using more than one Operating Panel to control the sonar (Mk2), page 216 Using a single Operating Panel to control more than one sonar (Mk2), page 219...

  • Page 208: Removing The Operating Software

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Download the new software version. Unpack the ZIP file to access the executable application file. Copy the application file to a USB flash drive. Turn on the Processor Unit. Make the following preparations. If applicable: Connect the keyboard and the mouse to USB sockets on the front panel of the Processor Unit.

  • Page 209: Updating The Online Help System

    Maintenance procedures Note The software release note may contain additional details related to the software installation. Context Removal of the software is done using functionality provided by the operating system. Procedure Turn on the Processor Unit. Select to turn off the system. Power off In the dialog box, select...
  • Page 210 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual ® It is assumed that you are familiar with the Microsoft operating system utilities for file handling. Context The context-sensitive online help is provided using a WebHelp installation using HTML format. It uses the default web browser on the computer. The help system comprises a large number of files.

  • Page 211: Adding Online Help In A New Language

    Maintenance procedures Open the relevant language folder. Rename the existing folder to HTML HTML_Old Copy the entire folder from the USB flash drive to the language folder. HTML Close File Explorer. Restart the SY50 system. Related topics Context-sensitive online help, page 69 Maintenance procedures, page 169 Installing and maintaining software, page 205 Adding online help in a new language...
  • Page 212 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Procedure Obtain the new help file. Download the help file from our website to a local computer. Unpack the ZIP file, and place all the files in a folder named HTML Copy the folder to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 213: Obtaining And Installing A Software License For Additional Functionality

    Maintenance procedures Obtaining and installing a software license for additional functionality The SY50 system does not need any software licenses to operate. However, specific software license codes "unlocks" additional functionality. Context The software license is a 32 character hexadecimal string based on the hardware identifier ( ).

  • Page 214: Setting Up The Operating Panel (Mk2)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Send the information to one of our dealers or distributors. You can also use the request form on our website, or contact our support department directly. You can use the following e-mail address: • purchase.order@simrad.com Once the software license string(s) have been returned to you (most likely by e-mail), you can install the licenses into the software.
  • Page 215 Maintenance procedures • IP Address: 157.237.60.20 • Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 • Gateway: 157.237.60.1 To set up the Ethernet communication, you must define the IP address for the panel, and identify the Processor Unit in the panel software. These settings allow you to use more than one Operating Panel on the Processor Unit.
  • Page 216 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Write down the information. Close all the dialog boxes. Obtain the MAC address. In the bottom left corner of your desktop, select the looking glass to start a search. Type "Command", do the search, and open the window.
  • Page 217 Maintenance procedures Observe the default values. If you wish to keep these default values, do nothing. The default values are well suited if you have one single panel communicating with one single Processor Unit. For other configurations, see the relevant procedures. Add a single Processor Unit to the Operating Panel configuration.

  • Page 218: Using More Than One Operating Panel To Control The Sonar (Mk2)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Using more than one Operating Panel to control the sonar (Mk2) A secondary Operating Panel may be connected to the Processor Unit. This may be useful in conjunction with a second display if you wish to control the SY50 system from two different locations on your vessel.
  • Page 219 Maintenance procedures Procedure Make the following preparations. On the Processor Unit, close any programs that are running, and return to the desktop. Insert the Ethernet switch between the Operating Panel and the Processor Unit. Make sure that you use the correct Ethernet socket on the rear side of the computer: ETH1 Install the secondary Operating Panel.
  • Page 220 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Double-click the URL shortcut to open the Operating Panel configuration page in the default web browser. Select on the top menu to open the page. SOP Configuration In the field, change the IP Address from the default value to: SOP IP 157.237.60.xx...

  • Page 221: Using A Single Operating Panel To Control More Than One Sonar (Mk2)

    Maintenance procedures When the new IP Address has been set in the Operating Panel, you will loose contact with the configuration page. To re-establish contact, use the following URL in your browser: 157.237.60.xx:5000 Select on the top menu to open the page. Sonar PCs Configuration Obtain the IP address.
  • Page 222 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • Ethernet switch Make sure that your selected Ethernet switch has a large bandwidth capacity. Minimum 1 Gb (1000BASE-T) is required. • Ethernet cables It is very important that high-quality Ethernet cables are used. You must use CAT-5E STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) quality or better.
  • Page 223 Maintenance procedures Make sure that you use the correct Ethernet socket on the rear side of the computer: ETH1 Connect the power cable from the Ethernet switch to the AC power outlet. Ethernet cables An Ethernet switch connected to ETH1 on the rear side of the Processor Unit can also be used to interface other peripheral systems such as echo sounders and positioning systems.
  • Page 224 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Obtain the IP address. In the bottom-left corner of your desktop, select the Windows ® button. Start On the menu, select Settings Observe that the dialog box opens. Windows Settings Select Network & Internet Select Change adapter options...

  • Page 225: Updating The Operating Panel Support Applications (Mk2)

    Maintenance procedures Press on the Operating Panel. Sonar Select Make sure that you can control the cursor, and that you can make selections in the menu system. Press and/or turn selected buttons, and make sure that the corresponding function is activated in the user interface. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Installing and maintaining software, page 205...
  • Page 226 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Procedure On the personal computer: Download the new software version. Unpack the ZIP file to access the executable application file. Copy the application file to a USB flash drive. Make the following preparations. If applicable: Connect the keyboard and the mouse to USB sockets on the front panel of the Processor Unit.

  • Page 227: Updating The Firmware On The Operating Panel (Mk2)

    Maintenance procedures Updating the firmware on the Operating Panel (Mk2) Whenever required the firmware in the Operating Panel can be updated to include new functionality or to correct software errors. Prerequisites The Operating Panel is installed as specified in the Installation manual. The Processor Unit is turned on.
  • Page 228 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note If you have previously changed the IP Address on the Operating Panel, you must use this address to open the configuration page. If you use the Processor Unit: Select to turn off the system. Power off...
  • Page 229 Maintenance procedures Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Installing and maintaining software, page 205 467333/A...

  • Page 230: Testing The Noise Conditions And The Sonar Functionality

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Testing the noise conditions and the sonar functionality Topics Checking the status of the transceiver boards, page 228 Checking the transducer by means of the Diagnostics functionality, page 230 Measuring the noise in passive mode, page 234...
  • Page 231 Maintenance procedures • : This is an alarm. A closer investigation is required. • : A device monitored by the diagnostic system is disabled. Blue • : No information is available. Grey dialog box and functionality is only provided for performance Diagnostics monitoring.

  • Page 232: Checking The Transducer By Means Of The Diagnostics Functionality

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select to open the page. Transceiver page provides a graphic presentation of the transceiver boards. The Transceiver visual presentation reflects the physical location of the boards in the Transceiver Unit. Only static information is provided. The...
  • Page 233 Maintenance procedures • The transducer is retracted to its upper position. • The vessel is berthed or at sea. We recommend that the test is done with the vessel at sea. Caution You must never set the SY50 system to "ping" unless the transducer is submerged in water.
  • Page 234 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select Activate Selected Setting Select to apply your changes and close the dialog box. User Settings Make the following preparations. On the menu: Set to 1500 m. Main Range On the menu: Set to Maximum (or any other power rating)
  • Page 235 Maintenance procedures Note For further investigations of this issue, use the functionality offered by the Element (Element Built In Test Equipment) dialog box. BITE If the result from the reception test shows a number of transducer elements that are either defective or offer reduced performance, repeat the test. With the vessel in port, the environmental conditions are not satisfactory.

  • Page 236: Measuring The Noise In Passive Mode

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Measuring the noise in passive mode Low noise is a key factor for high quality and reliable measurements. The performance of the SY50 system will always be limited by different noise sources. A high noise level will mask the echoes and make them difficult to read and interpret.
  • Page 237 Maintenance procedures Select Activate Selected Setting Select to apply your changes and close the dialog box. User Settings At the bottom of the display presentation, select a suitable presentation mode, and activate the Horizontal view. Make the following preparations. On the menu: Set to 1500 m.

  • Page 238: Making A Noise/Speed Curve To Determine Vessel Noise

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Testing the noise conditions and the sonar functionality, page 228 Noise page, page 514 Making a noise/speed curve to determine vessel noise The performance of the SY50 system will always be limited by different noise sources.
  • Page 239 Maintenance procedures Note When the transducer is fully lowered, the speed of the vessel must not exceed the maximum speed permitted for the hull unit. This maximum speed depends on the physical size of the transducer, the mechanical construction of the hull unit, and how far down the transducer has been lowered.
  • Page 240 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Select to open the dialog box. Diagnostics Select to open the page. Noise Select Start Noise Measurements Repeat for each vessel speed and operating frequency. Ask the bridge to set the speed. If possible, verify the vessel speed on the top bar.

  • Page 241: Measuring Flow Noise

    Maintenance procedures Speed/Frequency/Noise Speed Frequency Noise level Sea state: Water depth: Use this table to record the values. Print it out and make multiple copies. Alternatively, you can type the values straight into a spreadsheet. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Testing the noise conditions and the sonar functionality, page 228 Noise page, page 514 Measuring flow noise...
  • Page 242 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • If the SY50 system is operated from any other compartment than the bridge, an open two-way oral communication channel with the bridge is required. • Neither tools nor instruments are required. You may however find this equipment useful: –...
  • Page 243 Maintenance procedures Illustration: Read the noise value from the noise circle. Use the mean value of the readouts at 0 degrees (straight up). Procedure Make sure that you have sufficient water depth below the keel before you lower the transducer. Lower the transducer to its bottom position.
  • Page 244 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Read the noise value from the noise circle. For every knot the speed is reduced, read the noise. (If you find it more convenient, type the data directly into the spreadsheet.) Fill in the result table.
  • Page 245 Maintenance procedures Speed/Frequency/Noise Speed Frequency Noise level Sea state: Water depth: Use this table to record the values. Print it out and make multiple copies. Alternatively, you can type the values straight into a spreadsheet. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Testing the noise conditions and the sonar functionality, page 228 Noise page, page 514 467333/A...

  • Page 246: Preventive Maintenance

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Preventive maintenance Topics Preventive maintenance schedule, page 245 Requirements for personnel and tools, page 248 Approved anti-fouling paints, page 248 Preventive maintenance procedures, page 250 Accessing the inside of the installation trunk, page 270 467333/A...

  • Page 247: Preventive Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance procedures Preventive maintenance schedule In order to secure a long and trouble-free operation of the SY50 system, certain specific preventive maintenance tasks must be done. The tasks are organized in a preventive maintenance schedule. Note Even though a preventive maintenance schedule is provided, the SY50 system must be inspected regularly.
  • Page 248 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual the trunk bearing moves up and down it removes marine growth (biological fouling) from the trunk walls. Note It is particularly important to do this if you operate in waters with a lot of marine growth.
  • Page 249 Maintenance procedures Actions to be taken during dry docking When the vessel is in dry dock you must take the opportunity to inspect and clean the transducer. Do a visual inspection of the transducer. Clean the transducer and remove marine growth. If necessary, apply anti-fouling paint as described in the dedicated procedure.

  • Page 250: Requirements For Personnel And Tools

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Requirements for personnel and tools All tasks can be done by the crew. There is no need for neither technical education nor specific maintenance training. Unless specified in a procedure you will not need any special tools or equipment.
  • Page 251 Maintenance procedures Apply 140 µm wet film thickness (90 µm dry film thickness). Data sheets and application guides can be downloaded from: http://www.jotun.com/ww/en/b2b/technical-info/tds/index.aspx International Marine Coatings • : International Marine Coatings Manufacturer • Stoneygate Lane, Felling, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE10 0JY United Address: Kingdom •...

  • Page 252: Preventive Maintenance Procedures

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Preventive maintenance procedures Topics Checking the environmental conditions in the sonar room, page 250 Lowering and hoisting the transducer to remove marine growth, page 251 Inspecting and cleaning the display, page 253 Inspecting and cleaning the Processor Unit, page 253...

  • Page 253: Lowering And Hoisting The Transducer To Remove Marine Growth

    Maintenance procedures Make sure that the ambient temperature of the room is monitored. Measure the ambient temperature in the room when the SY50 system is turned off. Record the value in the result table. Make sure that the relative humidity in the room meets the environmental specifications.

  • Page 254: Related Topics

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Context All surfaces that are in contact with seawater are exposed to marine growth (biological fouling). Marine growth inside the installation trunk can damage the transducer. When the trunk bearing moves up and down it removes marine growth (biological fouling) from the trunk walls.

  • Page 255: Inspecting And Cleaning The Display

    Maintenance procedures Inspecting and cleaning the display To ensure long and trouble-free operation of the display, it must be inspected and cleaned at regular intervals. Prerequisites No special tools are required for this task. You will however need a commercially available mild detergent and a lint free cloth.

  • Page 256: Inspecting And Cleaning The Operating Panel

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Make sure that the unit is not exposed to excessive dust and vibrations. Check for physical damage to the cabinet and/or the cables. Remove dust and salt water residue with a soft cloth moistened in fresh water.

  • Page 257: Inspecting And Cleaning The Power Supply Unit

    Maintenance procedures Inspecting and cleaning the Power Supply Unit To ensure long and trouble-free operation of the Power Supply Unit it must be inspected and cleaned at regular intervals. Prerequisites No special tools are required for this task. You will however need a commercially available mild detergent and a lint free cloth.
  • Page 258 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Proper oral communication must exist between the bridge and the sonar room. The steps marked [Bridge] are done on the bridge. Procedure Make sure that the hull unit is kept clean and dry. Make sure that the unit is not exposed to excessive dust and vibrations.
  • Page 259 Maintenance procedures 13 Restoring the transducer shaft to its original position: Hold the transducer shaft firmly in place to prevent it from falling down. Do not damage the surface of the transducer shaft. If you use a mechanical device to hold the transducer shaft, make sure that the surface of the shaft is not damaged.
  • Page 260 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Visual inspection of the installation trunk and the trunk bearing All surfaces that are in contact with seawater are exposed to marine growth (biological fouling). This includes the hull plating, the blister and the installation trunk. Marine growth inside the installation trunk can damage the transducer.
  • Page 261 Maintenance procedures Make sure that all surfaces are protected with a high quality coating. Access the inside of the installation trunk. Remove the trunk bearing. Mounting bolts Bearing blocks Transducer flange Mounting bolts Transducer lowered to 400 millimetres: 50 mm Transducer lowered to 600 millimetres: 250 mm Remove one of the bolts that secure...
  • Page 262 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual To place the trunk bearing at the correct height on the transducer shaft, measure the distance from the top of the transducer flange to the bottom of the trunk bearing. See the illustration: • Transducer lowered to 400 millimetres: 50 mm •...

  • Page 263: Inspecting And Cleaning The Transducer Face

    Maintenance procedures Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169 Preventive maintenance, page 244 Preventive maintenance schedule, page 245 Preventive maintenance procedures, page 250 Accessing the inside of the installation trunk, page 270 Inspecting and cleaning the transducer face Marine growth (biological fouling) on the transducer face reduces the performance. For this reason, it is important to keep the transducer face clean.
  • Page 264 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • Do not expose the transducer to direct sunlight or excessive heat. • Do not damage the outer protective skin of the transducer. • Do not use high-pressure water, sandblasting, metal tools or strong solvents to clean the transducer.

  • Page 265: Painting The Transducer Face

    Maintenance procedures Remove the protective cap on the top cover. Use the spanner to rotate the hoisting spindle. Hoist the transducer to its upper position. Note Locate the . It is placed inside the top of the gantry. Stop the Upper Limit Switch rotation when the switch is activated.
  • Page 266 The anti-fouling paint will reduce the acoustical performance of the transducer. The surface roughness of the transducer substrate and the thickness of the paint may also influence the performance. Kongsberg Maritime cannot be held responsible for any negative consequences of the anti-fouling paint.
  • Page 267 Maintenance procedures Remove all dust. Apply the primer, and let it dry. Apply the paint. Observe the instructions provided by the paint manufacturer. Use airless spray. Apply the minimum specified film thickness per coat and for the complete layer. It is not possible to measure dry film thickness on transducer surface. You must therefore use a wet film gauge to frequently measure the paint thickness.

  • Page 268: Inspecting And Replacing Sacrificial Anodes

    If the sacrificial anodes need to be replaced, you will need the necessary spare items as well as mounting materials. Contact your local dealer or distributor, or the Kongsberg Maritime support organization, for spare parts. • : 629-204660 Kongsberg Maritime part number •...

  • Page 269: Of The Hull Unit Must Only Take Place When Required

    Manufacturer’s website • : 450826 Kongsberg Maritime part number Context The hull unit was lubricated as a part of the installation process. During normal conditions, the lubricant applied will last for a long period of time. Additional lubrication of the hull unit must only take place when required.

  • Page 270: Lubricating The Transducer Shaft Sleeve

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note Do not use excessive amounts of lubricant. If you use too much lubricant, there will be a lot of splashes and spills when the SY50 system is turned on. Related topics Maintenance procedures, page 169...
  • Page 271 Maintenance procedures Adding grease to the transducer shaft sleeve is only required if the shaft is dry, or if water forces its way up along the shaft. Open the pressure relief plug. You do not need to remove the pressure relief plug completely.

  • Page 272: Accessing The Inside Of The Installation Trunk

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Accessing the inside of the installation trunk Topics Accessing the installation trunk by lowering the transducer, page 270 Accessing the installation trunk by lifting the hull unit, page 272 Accessing the installation trunk by lowering the transducer To do a visual inspection of the inside surface of the installation trunk you need access.
  • Page 273 Maintenance procedures Procedure Make sure that the SY50 system is turned off. Make sure that you have sufficient height between the hull and the dry dock floor. Lowering the transducer Remove the protective cap on the top cover. Use the spanner to rotate the hoisting spindle.
  • Page 274 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note This is a critical step. The lifting clamp supports the total weight of the transducer shaft, trunk bearing and transducer. Inaccurate mounting of the lifting clamp can cause the transducer shaft to loosen. This can cause damage to the sonar system, and even to the vessel if the transducer shaft and transducer are lost.
  • Page 275 Maintenance procedures • Torque wrench • A crane (or other lifting device) capable of lifting the entire hull unit The lifting device must be rated to minimum twice the weight of the hull unit. An attachment point for the lifting device must be located directly above the hull unit. Spare parts: •...
  • Page 276 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Make sure that the surface of the installation trunk is clean and free from grit or other damaging particles. Make sure that the top of the installation trunk has not been damaged, and that it is smooth and even without physical scratches or dents.

  • Page 277: User Interface

    User interface User interface Topics User interface familiarization, page 276 Top bar, page 278 Replay bar description, page 292 Sonar views, page 294 Using markers in the SY50 user interface, page 322 About target tracking, page 332 About position tracking, page 334 Information panes, page 338 Bottom bar, page 347 467333/A...

  • Page 278: User Interface Familiarization

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual User interface familiarization By default, the display presentation covers the entire screen. The display presentation provided by the SY50 system consists of specific visual elements that work together. The visual elements provide you with the echo information you need, they help you to control the functionality needed to understand this information, and finally, they allow you to control the operational parameters.
  • Page 279 User interface Information panes The SY50 system offers several information panes to provide additional and detailed data from the presentations. The information panes are opened and closed from the top bar. You can change the appearance of the information panes to suit your preferences.

  • Page 280: Top Bar

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Top bar Topics Top bar overview, page 278 Logo and product name, page 280 Menu, page 280 Screen Recording, page 281 Screen Capture, page 282 Record, page 282 Hull Unit, page 284 Information panes overview, page 284...
  • Page 281 User interface Screen Recording function allows you to record and save the echo presentation Screen Recording as a video file. Select on the top bar to start and stop the recording. Screen Recording Screen Capture Select to make a copy of the entire display presentation. Screen Capture Record indicator shows you when recording is active.

  • Page 282: Logo And Product Name

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Messages By flashing, shows you that the SY50 system has issued a message. The Messages colour of the triangle reflects the severity of the most serious message. Select to open the dialog box. Messages Help is located on the right side of the top bar. Select this button to open the Help context sensitive on-line help.

  • Page 283: Screen Recording

    User interface Description Unless you need to make frequent changes to the operating parameters, you may want to hide the menu from the display presentation. This gives you more space for echo information. To hide the menu, select on the top bar. To retrieve the menu, select Menu Menu more time.

  • Page 284: Screen Capture

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual System Protection page protection stops the recording automatically when the Screen Recording transducer is hoisted to its upper position. The function stops the recording Timer automatically when the specified time has elapsed. This page is located in the dialog box.
  • Page 285 User interface Use the processed data recording function provided by the SY50 system to record processed echo data. Related functionality Replay bar During replay, the dedicated replay bar is shown immediately under the top bar. The replay bar allows you to retrieve saved files, and to control the playback. Record RAW function button allows you to start and stop recording, split the current Record RAW...

  • Page 286: Hull Unit

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Hull Unit is located on the left side of the top bar. Select it to open the dialog Hull Unit Hull Unit box. Description dialog box allows you to lower and hoist the transducer. The Hull Unit Control dialog box also provides status information about the transducer position.
  • Page 287 User interface Biomass The Biomass information pane displays an index of the biomass in the in the current Inspection view. The biomass index is the value, or Nautical area scattering coefficient (NASC), measured with unit m /nmi Size Distribution The Size Distribution information pane presents a histogram with the echoes from single fish.

  • Page 288: Navigational Information

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Navigational information The navigational information is located in the middle of the top bar. To choose which information to be displayed on the top bar, use the functions in the Top Bar Display dialog box. The dialog box is located on the menu.
  • Page 289 User interface Description If a positioning sensor (GPS) is connected to the SY50 system, the top bar can show you the vessel's geographical position in longitude and latitude. Note The information shown on the top bar must not be used for vessel navigation. Related topics User interface, page 275 Top bar, page 278...
  • Page 290 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Prerequisites To see this information on the top bar, you must enable it by using the functions Top Bar in the dialog box. Select to open the page. The Display Options General Display Options dialog box is located on the menu.

  • Page 291: Messages

    User interface Motion read-outs (roll and pitch) When enabled, the navigational information on the top bar includes the vessel’s current roll and pitch movements. Prerequisites To see this information on the top bar, you must enable it by using the functions Top Bar in the...

  • Page 292: Help

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics User interface, page 275 Top bar, page 278 Help is located on the right side of the top bar. Help Description Select this button to open the context sensitive on-line help. The help system opens on its start page.
  • Page 293 User interface Maximize Normalize Use this function to change the size of the application window. To restore the window to its previous size, select it one more time. Power Off dialog box offers two options. One is to turn off the entire system, Power Off the other is to only close the SY50 program.

  • Page 294: Replay Bar Description

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Replay bar description During replay, the dedicated replay bar is shown immediately under the top bar. The replay bar allows you to retrieve saved files, and to control the playback. How to open is set to Replay.
  • Page 295 User interface the recording parameters have been defined, you can start recording by clicking the red circle on the button, and stop it by clicking the left rectangle. Record RAW located on the menu. Operation 467333/A...

  • Page 296: Sonar Views

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Sonar views Topics Presentation modes, page 295 Horizontal view, page 296 Vertical view, page 303 Inspection view, page 307 Plane view, page 310 Echogram view, page 313 Catch view, page 315 270 Vertical view, page 317...

  • Page 297: Presentation Modes

    User interface Presentation modes All echoes offered by the SY50 system are shown in rectangular views. Combinations of these views are organized in presentation modes. Each presentation mode offered by the SY50 system provides a selection of views in a predefined pattern. You must first find the presentation mode that meets your operational requirements, then you can change the size of the individual views.

  • Page 298: Horizontal View

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Horizontal view The Horizontal view presents the 360 degrees area around your vessel from a bird’s eye view. The current bearing is shown with a solid line pointing out from the vessel position. How to open At the bottom of the display presentation, select a suitable presentation mode, and activate the Horizontal view.
  • Page 299 User interface function adds markers to the history line. These markers Minute Markers indicate how far you have sailed in the last few minutes. The position (bearing and distance) and depth of the cursor location is shown in the lower right corner of the view. Description The Horizontal view shows the sonar beams “from the top”.
  • Page 300 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • If you use a presentation mode with two vertical views you can set the Bearing function to two different values. Both bearing lines are shown in the Horizontal view. The bearing for the Vertical view is shown with a solid line. The bearing for the Vertical 2 view is shown with a dotted line.
  • Page 301 User interface Horizontal TX Sector Vertical TX Sector Horizontal swath: This is the horizontal TX sector in a horizontal swath. This is the vertical TX sector in a horizontal swath. Horizontal Tx Sector function allows you to control whether the system shall transmit acoustic energy into the water in omni (360°) or...
  • Page 302 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Markers The course and speed of the latest marker is found in the lower right corner of the view. The values are calculated based on the last two markers you placed and the time between each placement.
  • Page 303 User interface : Use this setting to present the direction in which the ocean current is flowing. : Use this setting to present the direction from which the ocean current is From coming. Observe the inverted arrows. Minute Markers In order to maintain a visual presentation of your vessel’s previous movements, you can draw these with a line.
  • Page 304 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Inspection view Certain presentation modes place the Inspection and Horizontal views together. The echo presentation in the Inspection view resembles the echogram you see on an echo sounder. The Inspection view can be regarded as an "echo sounder"...

  • Page 305: Vertical View

    User interface Vertical view The Vertical view is oriented perpendicularly to the horizontal plane. The view shows you a "vertical slice" of the echo data. The direction of the slice is the same as the current bearing. The area covered by the vertical beam is shown as a triangle in the Horizontal view.
  • Page 306 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual function controls the horizontal direction of the Vertical view and the Bearing inspection beam. If you use a presentation mode with two vertical views you can set the Bearing function to two different values. Both bearing lines are shown in the Horizontal view.
  • Page 307 User interface Horizontal TX Sector Vertical TX Sector This is the vertical TX sector in a vertical swath. This is the horizontal TX sector in a vertical swath. Horizontal Tx function controls Sector the "width" of the transmission. Vertical Tx Sector function is used to change the vertical opening angle in horizontal and vertical...
  • Page 308 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Sonar views, page 294 467333/A...

  • Page 309: Inspection View

    User interface Inspection view The SY50 system offers an inspection beam. The inspection beam is presented using an Inspection view. You can train and tilt the beam independent of the beams displayed in the other views. You can use the Inspection view to study single fish, schools and bottom conditions in detail.
  • Page 310 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Although the presentation of the echoes is most important in this view, it also contains a number of other objects. These provide you with additional functionality, as well as information that is useful or important while using the SY50 sonar system.
  • Page 311 User interface page offers a range of "on/off switches". Each tooltip is presented in Tooltip the list, and you can enable or disable each of them independently. This page is located in the dialog box. The dialog box is Display Options Display Options located on the menu.

  • Page 312: Plane View

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Plane view The Plane view presents the echo data in a horizontal sector ("fan"). The sector direction can be changed in both vertical and horizontal directions. The current tilt is shown with dotted lines in the view. Two types of dotted lines are used to distinguish between port and starboard side of the sector.
  • Page 313 User interface Tilt The current settings for range, gain and tilt are show in the lower left corner of the view. The current tilt is shown with dotted lines in the view. Two types of dotted lines are used to distinguish between port and starboard side of the sector. To change the vertical direction of the sector, click and drag the tilt line in the Vertical view.
  • Page 314 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Sonar views, page 294 467333/A...

  • Page 315: Echogram View

    User interface Echogram view The Echogram view shows a time based history for a selected beam. Horizontal dotted lines show the depth intervals. The beam used to provide data is identified in the top left corner of the view. This is the start of the echogram The distance from the lower part to the upper part of the view corresponds to the currently selected range.
  • Page 316 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual You can change the tilt angle by means of the function on the menu. You Tilt Main can also click on the tilt line in a Vertical view and drag it up and down. If you place the cursor over the tilt presentation in the upper left corner of the Horizontal view you can use the scroll wheel to change the tilt.

  • Page 317: Catch View

    User interface Catch view Use the information in the Catch view to monitor the progress of the purse seine operation. The view does not offer any echo data. How to open At the bottom of the display presentation, select a suitable presentation mode, and activate the Catch view.
  • Page 318 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The first timer stops when the progress bar reads 100%. This action starts the second timer, which stops when you select Remove Gear Symbol When the process is finalized: • Press on the Operating Panel. —...

  • Page 319: 270 Vertical View

    User interface 270 Vertical view The 270 Vertical view is designed for purse seining. The presentation combines a horizontal "bow up" presentation with a vertical slice. At the bottom of the display presentation, select a suitable presentation mode, and activate the 270 Vertical view. The current settings for range, gain and tilt are shown in the upper left corner of the view.
  • Page 320 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual A line of X’es in the vertical views shows the bottom of the purse seine. The depth is defined for the fishing gear you have chosen. You can change the tilt angle by means of the function on the menu.
  • Page 321 User interface adjusted to follow the movements of the tracked target. The bearing line is automatically locked on the object to reflects its bearing. Range Range Rings Variable Range Ring The distance from the vessel symbol in the centre of the circle to the outer ring corresponds to the currently selected range.
  • Page 322 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Coverage Plot When you operate with sector transmissions, the area covered by the sonar beams is limited by the chosen transmit sector angle. To make it easier to recognize the area limits, dedicated border lines may be added to the presentation. These lines are used to outline the sector.
  • Page 323 User interface If you have connected a compatible catch monitoring system to your SY50 system, information from these sensors are shown in the Catch view. menu controls which "cosmetic" features that used. Cosmetics Before you can change the settings related to a view, the view must be active. To activate a view, click in it.

  • Page 324: Using Markers In The Sy50 User Interface

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Using markers in the SY50 user interface Under normal use, the SY50 system presents several different echoes simultaneously. Some of these are clearly more interesting than others. It can be a challenging task to tell these echoes apart. It can also be hard to keep track of the different echoes as both echoes and your own vessel move.

  • Page 325: Place Marker

    User interface Place Marker function allows you to create a marker at the current position of the Place Marker cursor. Each marker is shown as a small triangle with or without a short identifying label. You can also place a marker by pressing the button on the Operating Panel.
  • Page 326 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual You can delete a single marker, or multiple markers simultaneously, by selecting Delete in the menu. If you use on the shortcut menu you can only remove Objects Delete Marker one marker at a time. Place the cursor on the marker you wish to delete.
  • Page 327 User interface There are two ways to give a marker priority status. Place the cursor on the marker you wish to give priority status. Right-click to open the shortcut menu. Select Set Priority Marker Open the menu. Objects In the object list, select the object line to activate the control buttons for that particular object.

  • Page 328: Target Markers

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Manual tracking You can initiate manual tracking by placing multiple markers on your target echo as it moves in the view. The course and speed of the latest marker is found in the lower right corner of the view. The values are calculated based on the last two markers you placed and the time between each placement.
  • Page 329 User interface Note If you change the tilt or bearing settings manually the priority status is lost. The SY50 system will still attempt to track the target, but the tilt and bearing settings are not adjusted. The priority is identified with a "P". The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to follow the movements of the tracked target.

  • Page 330: Circle Marker

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual menu provides additional functionality. Objects • Select the check box on the left side of the object to mark it for deletion, or to save it. • Select the object line to activate the control buttons, and to retrieve information about the object.

  • Page 331: Own Ship Marker

    User interface Deleting a marker To delete the circle marker, press on the Operating Panel, or right-click to Circle Marker select on the shortcut menu. Remove Circle Marker Related topics Using markers in the SY50 user interface, page 322 Own Ship Marker Select to add a square symbol to the vessel’s current position in Place Own Ship Marker...

  • Page 332: Gear Symbol

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Objects menu menu provides a list of all current objects. This includes all types of objects Objects including those classified as targets. menu provides additional functionality. Objects • Select the check box on the left side of the object to mark it for deletion, or to save it.
  • Page 333 User interface A rectangular marker is placed in the view, and marks the position where the purse seine was shot. The circular marker is disconnected from the vessel movements, and acts as a guideline for your manoeuvring. The history line shows the movements of your vessel.

  • Page 334: Rulers

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Rulers Select on the shortcut menu to measure the relative distance and bearing Place Ruler between two echoes in the view. Place the cursor over the first echo. Right-click to open the shortcut menu, then select .
  • Page 335 User interface To start target tracking: Place the cursor over the echo you wish to track. Press on the Operating Panel. Target Track Place the cursor over the echo you wish to track. Right-click to open the shortcut menu. Select Initiate Track The tracked target is regarded as an object, and it is identified with a circle and two lines.

  • Page 336: About Position Tracking

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Right-click to open the shortcut menu. Select Delete Marker Open the menu. Objects In the list of objects, check the box for the object you wish to delete. Check to select all the markers in the list.
  • Page 337 User interface In this context, the phrase marker is used to identify a visual symbol placed in the display presentation. Placing a marker on an echo identifies the echo as "interesting". It is regarded as an object that you can act upon. Further classification of this echo as a target must be done manually.
  • Page 338 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The position track locks on a position defined by its latitude, longitude and depth. The bearing and tilt settings are automatically adjusted to compensate for the movements of your vessel. The bearing line is automatically locked on the object to reflects its bearing.
  • Page 339 User interface menu provides additional functionality. Objects • Select the check box on the left side of the object to mark it for deletion, or to save it. • Select the object line to activate the control buttons, and to retrieve information about the object.

  • Page 340: Information Panes

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Information panes Topics Biomass information pane description, page 339 Size Distribution information pane description, page 341 Fish Position information pane, page 344 Zoom information pane, page 346 467333/A...

  • Page 341: Biomass Information Pane Description

    User interface Biomass information pane description The Biomass information pane displays an index of the biomass in the in the current Inspection view. The biomass index is the value, or Nautical area scattering coefficient (NASC), measured with unit m /nmi How to open Before you open an information pane, you must first click in an Inspection view to make it "active".
  • Page 342 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note If you have other echo sounders or sonars running asynchronous with the SY50 system, these other systems may cause interference. The SY50 system may detect and measure the transmit pulses from other hydroacoustic systems, and these pulses have an effect on the biomass calculations.

  • Page 343: Size Distribution Information Pane Description

    User interface Size Distribution information pane description The Size Distribution information pane presents a histogram with the echoes from single fish. The calculations are based on the fact that different fish species have different echo strength. The histogram presents the actual size of the fish by weight, length or echo strength (shown in dB).
  • Page 344 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual logarithm of the reflected intensity (I ) at one metre from the fish, divided by the intensity which strikes the fish, i.e. the incident intensity (I ), i.e. 10 log I Use the page to define the properties for the histogram shown in the Size Distribution Size Distribution information pane.
  • Page 345 User interface Reset size You may have manually changed the physical size of the information pane. To reset the information pane to its default size, select the button in its top Reset size right corner. Setup Select to open the dialog box.

  • Page 346: Fish Position Information Pane

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Fish Position information pane The Fish Position information pane shows the position of the detected single fish echoes. The three circles in the information pane identify the operational frequencies. The echoes are seen from above. The colours indicate the echo strength.
  • Page 347 User interface You can easily change the physical size and shape of each information pane. Click in its lower right corner, and drag to a new size. To reset the information pane to its default size, select the button in its top Reset size right corner.

  • Page 348: Zoom Information Pane

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Zoom information pane The Zoom information pane allows you to magnify a chosen area of the current Inspection view. How to open Before you open an information pane, you must first click in an Inspection view to make it "active".

  • Page 349: Bottom Bar

    User interface Details Area Pinned to Vessel to control the behaviour of the zoom function. When Area Pinned To Vessel the rectangular zoomed area is established, it can either follow the echoes while it moves towards the left, or it can stay put. •...
  • Page 350 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description Presentation modes Each presentation mode offered by the SY50 system provides a selection of views in a predefined pattern. By default, the views are arranged automatically in the presentation. Click on the view border, hold the button depressed, then drag the border to create a smaller or larger rectangle.
  • Page 351 User interface Related topics General page, page 493 467333/A...

  • Page 352: Menu System

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Menu system Topics About the menus and menu buttons, page 351 Using the “smart” menu buttons, page 352 Main menu, page 354 Operation menu, page 356 Display menu, page 359 Setup menu, page 363 Active menu, page 369...

  • Page 353: About The Menus And Menu Buttons

    Menu system About the menus and menu buttons To select operating parameters on the SY50 system, use the menu system. The menus are organized in a tree structure with a main menu, a set of secondary menus, and several menu buttons. The menus are organized in a tree structure with a main menu and a secondary menu.

  • Page 354: Using The "Smart" Menu Buttons

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Using the “smart” menu buttons Each menu provided by the SY50 system contains several menu buttons. Each button shows the purpose of the button. Some of them also display the current setting. Depending on the properties of each individual button, several methods can be used to change settings.
  • Page 355 Menu system Choosing a setting with the keyboard Place the cursor on the button. Select the button to open the text field. Type a numerical value. If the value exceeds the permitted range, the frame turns red. Type a new value within the accepted range.

  • Page 356: Main Menu

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Main menu menu is located at the top of the menu structure. It offers the most common Main functions for efficient use of the SY50 system. Unless you hide the entire menu system, menu is visible at all times, even if you close the secondary menus.
  • Page 357 Menu system operational environment, such as water temperature, salinity, interference and layers in the water column. Gain The purpose of the function is to adjust the echo level in the display Gain presentations. By adjusting the gain you can control how much amplification the SY50 system applies to the received echoes.

  • Page 358: Operation Menu

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Operation menu menu allows you to control the operating mode, the recording Operation functionality, and how the SY50 system transmits audio pulses ("ping") into the water. How to open Select the icon. Operation The icon is located under the menu.
  • Page 359 Menu system Tx Power to increase or decrease the output power. The output power is Tx Power selected from predefined steps. Record RAW allows you to record the unprocessed echo data received by the Record RAW transducer. You can save the data to the hard disk, or onto an external storage device.
  • Page 360 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Relay Output The SY50 system allows you to export the same sensor data that was originally imported. This can "reuse" the same information on other systems. page is used to set up and control this export functionality.

  • Page 361: Display Menu

    Menu system Display menu menu provides basic functions related to the screen behaviour and Display presentation of the echo data. Use the menu to control the visual aspects of the Display system, and to show or hide various elements in the presentation. How to open Select the icon.
  • Page 362 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Cosmetics Use the functions on the menu to turn "cosmetic" elements in the sonar Cosmetics presentation on or off. The majority of the functions are on/off buttons to enable or disable "cosmetic" elements in the sonar views. This function is not available in all the views.
  • Page 363 Menu system appear when you move the cursor over the echo information. The dialog box is organised in pages grouping parameters for different parts of the application. The following pages are provided: General page in the dialog box controls the location of General Display Options the menu.
  • Page 364 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual function shows you the speed and direction of the water Current Vector current under your vessel. One or more arrow are drawn to or from the vessel symbol to indicate the properties of the sea currents.

  • Page 365: Setup Menu

    Menu system Setup menu menu provides basic functions related to the installation parameters and the Setup communication with peripheral systems. How to open Select the icon. Setup The icon is located under the menu. Select the Main icon one more time to close the menu. Description Only brief descriptions are provided.
  • Page 366 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Functions and dialog boxes Tracking Area Use the function to define the size of the area that you want to Tracking Area detect moving objects in. An invisible area - the tracking area - is created as an acquisition area.
  • Page 367 Menu system Beam Visualization With the various beams provided by the SY50 system, it may be difficult to understand the concepts. How do these beams "behave" in the water? The beam visualization feature simulates how the acoustic beams cover the seabed and the water column.
  • Page 368 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Installation Before you use the SY50 system you must set it up to communicate with the relevant peripherals. This includes the transducer. Use the dialog box Installation to set up all interfaces with external devices, and to set up basic parameters related to installation and operation.
  • Page 369 Menu system Synchronization The purpose of the parameters is to set up the SY50 Synchronization system to operate alone, or as a master or slave in a synchronized system. Synchronization is required in order to avoid interference if the SY50 system is used simultaneously with other hydroacoustic instruments within the same frequency range.
  • Page 370 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual previously saved user settings. These settings can be related to different operations, environmental conditions or basic personal preferences. By default, information about the current range, bearing and tilt will not be saved. On the page, tick the box to include range, bearing User Settings Setup and tilt information the next time you save the user settings.

  • Page 371: Active Menu

    Menu system Active menu menu offers parameters related to current views and data presentations Active provided by the SY50 system. How to open Select the icon. Active The icon is located under the menu. Select the Main icon one more time to close the menu. Description Only brief descriptions are provided.
  • Page 372 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual loss of energy. (Time Variable Gain) compensates for the loss of acoustic energy due to geometric spread and absorption. Ping-Ping Filter analyses the historical information from previous consecutive Ping-Ping Filter pings in order to remove unwanted noise and interference from the echo presentation.
  • Page 373 Menu system the visibility of schools. It may however also remove scattered fish from the presentation. Bottom Filter Threshold The SY50 system provides a bottom filter to reduce the sometimes powerful echo from the seabed. This filter is useful if you try to find fish close to the bottom.A higher numerical value increases the filter efficiency and reduces the bottom echo accordingly.
  • Page 374 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Horizontal Axis The echo presentations in the Inspection views resemble the echograms you see on an echo sounder. The echoes travels from right towards left across the echogram presentation. Use the to choose the horizontal Horizontal Axis scale of the echogram.
  • Page 375 Menu system Related topics Menu system, page 350 Active menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 434 Pages in the Echogram dialog box, page 564 Pages in the Information Pane Options dialog box, page 572 467333/A...

  • Page 376: Objects Menu

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Objects menu menu is - in spite of its name and location - not a menu at all. This "menu" Objects opens a small view to monitor and control the objects you have defined in the sonar views.
  • Page 377 Menu system Objects list Once an echo has been provided with a marker in the display presentation it is regarded as an object. The table at the top of the menu shows you all the Objects objects that are currently identified with markers. Each marked object is listed with the following information: •...
  • Page 378 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • : This function is not implemented on the SY50 system. To External • : Select to save the currently selected objects to a file. The file To File To File name is built automatically using date and time information.
  • Page 379 Menu system In the list of objects, select an object on which you have started target tracking. One field presents the acceleration of the tracked target. The Signal to Noise ratio (SNR) gives the strength of the tracked target relative the noise floor defined by the reference cell in the CFAR filter.

  • Page 380: Visual Objects Menu

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Visual Objects menu menu controls which graphical elements that are shown in the Visual Objects different views. These graphic elements include markers, vectors and targets that are tracked. The majority of the functions are "on/off" buttons to enable or disable these graphic elements in the various views.
  • Page 381 Menu system Use this function to find the object sizes that fit your preferences. This may for example depend on your physical distance from the screen. The choice you make is saved with the user settings. Bottom Profile For each ping transmitted for a vertical view, the SY50 system offers bottom detection functionality.
  • Page 382 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Track History When you start a target track, a dedicated marker is used to identify the object you are tracking. Each marker is shown as a small circle with or without a short identifying text. In most cases, the target will move and continuously change its position relative to your own vessel.
  • Page 383 Menu system page allows you how to present the direction of the sea current. Current Flow This page is located in the dialog box. Display Options For this functionality to work, a current sensor must be connected to the SY50 system.

  • Page 384: Cosmetics Menu

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Cosmetics menu Use the functions on the menu to turn "cosmetic" elements in the sonar Cosmetics presentation on or off. How to open Select to open the menu. Cosmetics is located on the menu. The function...
  • Page 385 Menu system range is shown next to the circle. To change the range, left-click on the circle and drag to requested diameter. You can use to manually define a range. VRR Range The variable range ring can be used for any type of distance measurement relative to the sonar.

  • Page 386: Shortcut Menus

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Shortcut menus Shortcut menus provide additional functionality for operation. How to open Right-click in the view to open the shortcut menu. Description To make a choice, right-click in the view and select the relevant option on the shortcut menu.
  • Page 387 Menu system Place Marker function allows you to create a marker at the current position Place Marker of the cursor. Each marker is shown as a small triangle with or without a short identifying label. Delete Marker allows you to delete a marker from the current view. Select Delete Marker Delete Marker...
  • Page 388 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • Press on the Operating Panel. — Gear • Right-click and select on the shortcut menu. Show Gear Symbol This places a circle marker in the view. The size and location of the marker is defined by the choices you have made with the function.
  • Page 389 Menu system Ship To Centre Select to move the own ship symbol back to the centre of the view. Ship to Centre This function is typically used when you have used the Set New Ship Centre function to move the ship symbol away from the centre of the view. Reset Ship Centre This function is useful when you need to "reset"...

  • Page 390: Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Functions and dialog boxes Topics Main menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 389 Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 400 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 408 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 420 Active menu;...

  • Page 391: Main Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Functions and dialog boxes Main menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu is located at the top of the menu structure. It offers the most common Main functions for efficient use of the SY50 system. Unless you hide the entire menu system, menu is visible at all times, even if you close the secondary menus.
  • Page 392 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description dialog box User Settings is used to store your favourite settings. These settings can be related to different operations, environmental conditions or basic personal preferences. You can use different settings to create as many user profiles as you like, and give them any name.
  • Page 393 Functions and dialog boxes Saved Settings "Saved settings" are those created and saved by you and other users. Each setting is identified by its name, as well as the time and date it was created. These settings may be deleted or renamed. You can save an unlimited number of profile settings, only limited by the size of the hard disk.

  • Page 394: Range Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual If you do not have a computer keyboard connected to your SY50 system, select button to open an on-screen keyboard. Keyboard Related functionality User Settings Setup page On the page, tick the box to include range, bearing and tilt User Settings Setup information the next time you save the user settings.By default, information about...

  • Page 395: Gain Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Note Even though you can choose a large range value, that does not mean that you can detect your targets on the same range. The range value only defines the range that is shown in the views. Actual target detection will always depend on the operational environment, such as water temperature, salinity, interference and layers in the water column.

  • Page 396: Tilt Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The setting is by default only applied to the active view. It is identified with a thick border. You may wish to adjust the gain on all the views of the same type. To do this, click the...
  • Page 397 Functions and dialog boxes • : –10 to +90 degrees Plane view • –10 to +60 degrees Inspection view: How to open This function is opened from the menu. Main Description The transmitted sonar beams can be tilted electronically. The following methods can be used to adjust this setting: •...
  • Page 398 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Details Tilt The following methods can be used to adjust this setting: • Select either side of the button to choose a value. • Select the middle of the button and keep the mouse button pressed. Drag the cursor sideways to increase or decrease the value.

  • Page 399: Bearing Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Related functionality Operating Panel The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches. The Mk3 Operating Panel is fitted with two rotary switches. The switches are identified with numbers. Each switch can be assigned a function related to range, gain, bearing or tilt. The page is used to assign functionality to the programmable buttons.
  • Page 400 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The bearing for the Vertical view is shown with a solid line. The bearing for the Vertical 2 view is shown with a dotted line. • The area covered by the vertical beam is shown as a triangle in the Horizontal view.
  • Page 401 Functions and dialog boxes Step Select to set the size of each tilt step (in degrees) in Auto Bearing mode. Step Select either side of the button to choose a value. Select the middle of the button to open it. If you have a keyboard connected to the SY50 system, type the requested value.

  • Page 402: Operation Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu allows you to control the operating mode, the recording Operation functionality, and how the SY50 system transmits audio pulses ("ping") into the water. How to open Select the icon.
  • Page 403 Functions and dialog boxes How to open This function is opened from the menu. Operation Description The SY50 system offers several operating modes. • Inactive mode is provided to pause the operation temporarily. • Normal mode allows the SY50 system to transmit ("ping") through the water, and to receive the echoes.

  • Page 404: Transmission Mode Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Transmission Mode function allows you to control how often the SY50 system shall transmit Transmission Mode acoustic energy (ping) into the water. For normal use, choose Maximum. If you choose Maximum, the SY50 system will transmit (ping) continuously and as often as possible.

  • Page 405: Tx Power Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Operation menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 400 Tx Power function to increase or decrease the output power. The output power is selected Tx Power from predefined steps. How to open This function is opened from the menu.

  • Page 406: Record Raw Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Select the left side of the button to decrease the value. Select the right side of the button to increase the value. You can also select the middle of the button to open a small menu with the options available.
  • Page 407 Functions and dialog boxes Select the red circle on the right side of the button. Record RAW Open the button and select On. Record RAW Select the black rectangle to stop recording. indicator on the top bar will switch to red colour when recording is active. Record indicator can not be used to start or stop recording.

  • Page 408: Record Processed Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Record Processed function function allows you to record the processed echo data received by Record Processed the transducer. Which processing to apply is controlled by the settings on the Processed page. is located in the dialog box.

  • Page 409: Output Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Output dialog box A key function of the SY50 system is its ability to export data. The purpose of the Output dialog box is to collect all functionality related to data output in one easily accessible location.

  • Page 410: Display Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu provides basic functions related to the screen behaviour and Display presentation of the echo data. Use the menu to control the visual aspects of the Display system, and to show or hide various elements in the presentation.

  • Page 411: Visual Objects Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Docking Views function, page 418 Visual Objects function is an "on/off" button used to open the menu. Visual Objects Visual Objects How to open is located on the menu. Visual Objects Display Description menu controls which graphical elements that are shown in the Visual Objects different views.

  • Page 412: Motion Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual disable "cosmetic" elements in the sonar views. The function is not available for the Inspection views. Note Before you can change the settings related to a view, you must click inside the view to activate it. The changes you make are by default only valid for the active view.

  • Page 413: Transparency Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Transparency function When you open an information pane, you will see that it is transparent. This transparency allows you to see the echo data behind the pane, but it may also reduce the visibility of the information in it. The transparency can be adjusted. How to open This function is opened from the menu.

  • Page 414: Display Gain Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual adjusted to the chosen setting. For example, if you set the range to 500 metres, the Range outer range of the view is also limited to 500 m. In some situations you may wish to expand the range in the sonar presentations. Use...

  • Page 415: Panel Backlight Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Controlled Gain) and (Automatic Gain Control). The is applied at the Display Gain end of the filter sequence in the SY50 system. This means that you can use Display Gain if you are not completely satisfied with the results of the automatic gain functionality. Bottom Filter Noise Filter (1) Gain &...

  • Page 416: Colour Threshold Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description Adjust the background illumination to suit your preferences and the ambient light conditions. To change the setting, move the cursor to either side of the button. Select the left side of the button to decrease the value. Select the right side of the button to increase the value.

  • Page 417: Screen Brightness Function

    Functions and dialog boxes By reducing the number of colours you will therefore remove the weakest echoes from the presentation. This causes the filtering effect. Since most echoes are weak when the range is long, the filter effect will reduce the detection range. Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu;...

  • Page 418: Display Options Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Display Options dialog box dialog box is used to specify basic settings for the sonar presentation. Display Options The pages in the dialog box are described in a separate structure. How to open This dialog box is opened from the menu.
  • Page 419 Functions and dialog boxes Description The settings in the dialog box Colour Setup are organized in three groups. • The function is used to select the Palette overall colour theme ("skin") used in the display presentation. • Under , choose the colour Echo Colours scale you wish to use.

  • Page 420: Docking Views Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Docking Views function Each presentation mode offered by the SY50 system provides a selection of views in a predefined pattern. These are placed at different positions with different sizes. With the function you can move and re-size the views in the display presentation.
  • Page 421 Functions and dialog boxes Related topics Setting up presentation modes and views, page 132 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 408 467333/A...

  • Page 422: Setup Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu provides basic functions related to the installation parameters and the Setup communication with peripheral systems. How to open Select the icon. Setup The icon is located under the menu. Select the Main icon one more time to close the menu.
  • Page 423 Functions and dialog boxes Illustration: Each option controls the distance Tracking Area from the inner to the outer radius of the area. The width of the area is fixed, and stretches across a predefined number of beams. This means that the actual width depends on the distance from your vessel to the area.

  • Page 424: Fishing Gear Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Fishing Gear function By defining the type of fishing gear you are using, the SY50 system may provide more accurate visual presentations. How to open This function is opened from the menu. Setup Description function allows you to define the size of your trawl or purse seine.

  • Page 425: Fish Select Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Fish Select dialog box The Size Distribution information pane presents a histogram with the echoes from single fish. The calculations are based on the fact that different fish species have different echo strength. The echo strength also depends on the operating frequency you use. For various reasons, the fish sizes presented in the Size Distribution information pane may be inaccurate.

  • Page 426: Language Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description In order to obtain accurate position readings, it is very important that the sound speed through the water is set correctly. Several parameters are required to calculate the correct sound speed value. If these parameters are not known to you, use the default value 1494 m/s.

  • Page 427: Dead Reckoning Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Related topics Defining settings related to user preferences and individual customizing, page 141 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 420 Dead Reckoning function function is used to improve the position of the track line relative to Dead Reckoning the actual position of the drifting fishing gear.

  • Page 428: Stabilization Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual To draw the track line use the settings on the page. The page is Track Line Track Line located in the dialog box. The dialog box is located on Display Options Display Options menu. Display function adds markers to the track line. These markers indicate Minute Markers how far you have sailed in the last few minutes.

  • Page 429: Screen Captures Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Details Roll Offset To compensate for any sensor misalignment, provide an offset value. Select [—] on the left side to decrease the value, or select [+] on the right side to increase. Pitch Offset To compensate for any sensor misalignment, provide an offset value. Select [—] on the left side to decrease the value, or select [+] on the right side to increase.

  • Page 430: Beam Visualization Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Observe on the top bar. Select to make a copy Screen Capture Screen Capture of the entire display presentation. You can also use the button on the Operating Panel. Screen Capture Details Single In Single mode one screen capture is taken every time you select Screen Capture on the top bar.

  • Page 431: Diagnostics Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Prerequisites You must have a computer mouse with two control buttons and a scroll wheel. You can also use the Operating Panel. Description The beam visualization feature simulates how the acoustic beams cover the seabed and the water column.

  • Page 432: Export Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • : This is an alarm. A closer investigation is required. • : A device monitored by the diagnostic system is disabled. Blue • : No information is available. Grey Note dialog box and functionality is only provided for performance Diagnostics monitoring.

  • Page 433: Installation Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Description Exporting technical information from the SY50 system to a hard disk or USB flash drive is often useful. Both during normal use, and perhaps preferably during software and hardware troubleshooting, it can be helpful to share information. The Export dialog box provides you with a list of file types to export.

  • Page 434: About Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual How to open This dialog box is opened from the menu. The page can also be opened Setup I/O Setup from the dialog box. Output Description This dialog box contains a number of pages selected from the menu on the left side.
  • Page 435 Functions and dialog boxes Description If you wish to find the latest software version for the SY50 system, check our website. • www.kongsberg.com/simrad Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 420 467333/A...

  • Page 436: Active Menu; Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Active menu; Functions and dialog boxes menu offers parameters related to current views and data presentations Active provided by the SY50 system. How to open Select the icon. Active The icon is located under the menu. Select the Main icon one more time to close the menu.

  • Page 437: Tvg Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Horizontal Scroll function, page 456 Vertical Reference function, page 456 Echogram dialog box, page 457 Information Pane Options dialog box, page 458 TVG function (Time Variable Gain) compensates for the loss of acoustic energy due to geometric spread and absorption.
  • Page 438 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The SY50 system allows you to choose your own compensation. You can choose any value from 0 Log R to 40 Log R. If you choose 0 Log R the TVG compensation is disabled. Some experimentation may be required to find the compensations that fit your purposes for individual catch and environmental conditions.

  • Page 439: Ping-Ping Filter Function

    Functions and dialog boxes When a school of fish covers the whole acoustic beam cross section, the received echo will increase with range simply because the acoustic beam cross section increases with range. The received echo increases according to r , where r is now the radius of the acoustic beam.
  • Page 440 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • : Choose Medium to compare the echoes from the latest four pings. For the Medium current echo to be shown, it must be present in all of these pings. • : Select Strong to allow the filter to compare the echoes from the latest eight Strong pings.

  • Page 441: Pulse Type Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Pulse Type function function allows you to select the "shape" of the transmitted pulses Pulse Type ("pings"). Different shapes have different qualities. Which pulse type to use depends on the current environmental conditions, your range to the target(s) and the type and speed of the target(s) you are observing.
  • Page 442 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • Frequency modulated transmissions may provide a more stable echo presentation. You may see an increase in target detection because noise and reverberation are reduced. • HFM (Hyperbolic Frequency Modulation) pulses are less sensitive to Doppler. These pulses may be a better choice for fast moving targets.
  • Page 443 Functions and dialog boxes and the highest frequency in each transmission is referred to as bandwidth. The selected bandwidth will be distributed equally on both sides of the centre frequency. Example If the chosen operating frequency is 57 kHz, and you set the bandwidth to 2 kHz, the frequency range in the transmission starts on 55 kHz and ends on 59 kHz.

  • Page 444: Bandwidth Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Active menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 434 Bandwidth function function allows you to select the frequency range in the frequency Bandwidth modulated transmissions (pings). How to open You open this function from the menu.

  • Page 445: Frequency Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Frequency function function is used to control the centre frequency of the acoustic Frequency transmissions (pings). You can change the frequency in predefined steps from a "start frequency" to an "end frequency". Specifications Frequency range: • Start frequency: 54 kHz •...

  • Page 446: Horizontal Tx Sector Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Choosing operating mode and key transmit parameters, page 75 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Active menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 434 Horizontal TX Sector function In a horizontal swath the SY50 system transmits with the following maximum horizontal opening angle: 360 degrees.

  • Page 447: Vertical Tx Sector Function

    Functions and dialog boxes This is the horizontal TX sector in a horizontal swath. This is the vertical TX sector in a horizontal swath. This is the vertical TX sector in a vertical swath. This is the horizontal TX sector in a vertical swath. The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches.
  • Page 448 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual – Other options: Narrow, Normal, Wide, Auto • Vertical swath – Maximum: 90 degrees – Other options: 30, 60, 90 degrees The options provided by this function depend on your current active view. How to open You open this function from the menu.

  • Page 449: Range Projection Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Use the dialog box to define for which ranges the Auto Configuration Vertical TX sector is set to Narrow, Normal or Wide. Select the middle of the button. Vertical Tx Sector Select Auto Configuration Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Active menu;...

  • Page 450: Agc (Automatic Gain Control) Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Target Select Slant range to measure the distance to the target diagonally along the tilt angle. Select True range to measure the distance horizontally. This is the distance you must sail to position yourself on top of the target.
  • Page 451 Functions and dialog boxes You can choose from four different AGC settings. The settings define the difference between the maximum and minimum echo level for the automatic gain control to take effect. The chosen AGC (Automatic Gain Control) setting is only be applied to the currently active view.
  • Page 452 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Bottom Filter Noise Filter (1) Gain & TVG (Time Variable Gain) Noise Filter (2) AGC (Automatic Gain Control) RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Display Gain Ping-Ping Filter Note that (Time Varied Gain) and are not filters, but included...

  • Page 453: Rcg (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Function

    Functions and dialog boxes RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) function (Reverberation Controlled Gain) function removes unwanted reverberation from the bottom and or from the sea surface. It may however also remove scattered fish from the presentation. How to open You open this function from the menu.
  • Page 454 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Bottom Filter Noise Filter (1) Gain & TVG (Time Variable Gain) Noise Filter (2) AGC (Automatic Gain Control) RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Display Gain Ping-Ping Filter Note that (Time Varied Gain) and are not filters, but included...

  • Page 455: Bottom Filter Threshold Function

    Functions and dialog boxes Scattered Use for scattered fish. This setting uses a slightly different algorithm than the other scattered fish settings. Use for scattered fish. This setting uses an algorithm dedicated for higher bandwidth. Use for schools. This setting uses an algorithm dedicated for higher bandwidth. Use for schools.

  • Page 456: Noise Filter Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Noise Filter function removes unwanted acoustic noise from the display presentation. It Noise Filter reduces the interference from other acoustic systems (sonars and echo sounders), as well as the noise from the propellers. How to open You open this function from the menu.
  • Page 457 Functions and dialog boxes Bottom Filter Noise Filter (1) Gain & TVG (Time Variable Gain) Noise Filter (2) AGC (Automatic Gain Control) RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Display Gain Ping-Ping Filter Note that (Time Varied Gain) and are not filters, but included Gain Display Gain only to illustrate the complete "signal path".

  • Page 458: Horizontal Scroll Function

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Horizontal Scroll function function controls how fast the echoes shall travel across the Horizontal Scroll Inspection view. Prerequisites The function is only available when an Inspection view is active. How to open You open this function from the menu.

  • Page 459: Echogram Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Prerequisites The function is only available in the Vertical views. How to open This function is opened from the menu. Active Description • Select Water Column to see the entire vertical view. • Select Surface to remove the bottom part of the vertical view. •...

  • Page 460: Information Pane Options Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note The dialog box is only available when an Inspection view is active. To activate a view, click in it. The active view is identified with a thicker border. Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Active menu;...

  • Page 461: Secondary Functions And Dialog Boxes

    Functions and dialog boxes Secondary functions and dialog boxes Topics Replay File dialog box, page 459 Recording dialog box, page 461 LAN Port Setup dialog box, page 463 Serial Port Setup dialog box, page 465 Add Serial Port dialog box, page 467 Port Monitor dialog box, page 468 Messages dialog box, page 469 Tracking Area Setup dialog box, page 472...
  • Page 462 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description A useful function of the SY50 system is it ability to record echo data. You can save the data to the hard disk, or onto an external storage device. The dialog box Replay File allows you to choose which file(s) to be used for playback.

  • Page 463: Recording Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Loop Select if you want the SY50 to play back all the files in the list in an Loop Files endless loop. The replay will run until you stop it in the replay bar, or choose a different operational mode.
  • Page 464 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note The data files will normally become very large. If you wish to record large amounts of data, make sure that you have enough space on your hard disk. The SY50 system is not provided with unlimited disk capacity. We recommend that you save the data files to an external storage device.

  • Page 465: Lan Port Setup Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes LAN Port Setup dialog box dialog box allows you to define the parameters for Ethernet (Local LAN Port Setup Area Network (LAN)) communication with external devices. External devices may for example be navigation sensors (speed, position, etc.) or peripheral systems. How to open To open the dialog box, select a LAN port on the...
  • Page 466 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Local Port is important if you want to receive information from a peripheral Local Port device to your the Processor Unit. The number you define here must match the port number on the peripheral device that is providing the information. This peripheral device is for example a sensor on the network, or another navigation or hydroacoustic system.

  • Page 467: Serial Port Setup Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Serial Port Setup dialog box Serial line communication with external devices is important for the SY50 system. The communication between the SY50 system and peripheral devices takes place using "datagrams". For most commercial devices, the formats of the datagrams are defined by NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association).
  • Page 468 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual signalling events, across the transmission medium per time unit using a digitally modulated signal or a line code. The symbol rate is measured in baud (Bd) or symbols per second. In the case of a line code, the symbol rate is the pulse rate in pulses per second.

  • Page 469: Add Serial Port Dialog Box

    The first time the Processor Unit is turned on after a SY50 system software installation, it will automatically do a search to find available serial ports. Since the Processor Unit was provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the delivery, you can only use the ports that were fitted by the manufacturer.

  • Page 470: Port Monitor Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Port Monitor dialog box Communication with external devices is important for the SY50 system. The communication between the SY50 system and peripheral devices takes place using "datagrams". These datagrams are self-contained and independent entities of data carrying information.

  • Page 471: Messages Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Auto Update When this function is activated, the relevant text box is continuously updated with new information. If you wish to "freeze" the information for further investigation, deactivate to disable the automatic update. Hex Display Select this to show the information in the relevant text box in hexadecimal format. Delete This function clears the text box to allow a new stream of communication data to start on a blank page.
  • Page 472 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description Messages from the SY50 system can be related to any type of hardware or software errors. Messages also communicate events related to the operational performance and conditions. The messages are divided into different types related to their importance.
  • Page 473 Functions and dialog boxes Details Messages The messages are listed in a table. For each message, the date and time of issue is shown. The source of the information (for example a software function) is also provided. This information is provided for support and maintenance use. Current Message The text in a message may be longer than the tabular view shows you.

  • Page 474: Tracking Area Setup Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Tracking Area Setup dialog box Use the function to define the size of the area that you want to detect Tracking Area moving objects in. An invisible area - the tracking area - is created as an acquisition area.

  • Page 475: Add Fishing Gear Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Note To track a target efficiently, the area should be as small as possible. For example, use a small area if you track single fish or small schools. However, if the target is large, or moves very fast, a larger area may be beneficial.

  • Page 476: Auto Configuration Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Auto Configuration dialog box function is used to change the vertical opening angle in horizontal Vertical Tx Sector and vertical swaths. If you select Auto, the sector is defined by the current range. Use dialog box to define for which ranges the...

  • Page 477: New Marker Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Caution If the transducer hits larger objects or bottom, the transducer shaft may be bent, or - in worst case - it can be broken off. A broken transducer shaft will cause water leakage through the top of the shaft. If you suspect that the transducer shaft is seriously damaged with holes, do not retract the transducer to its upper position.

  • Page 478: Power Off Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Power Off dialog box The operating system functions are located on the right side of the top bar. Minimize are provided. You must always close the SY50 Maximize/Normalize Power Off program by selecting on the top bar.

  • Page 479: Pages In The Output Dialog Box

    Functions and dialog boxes Pages in the Output dialog box A key function of the SY50 system is its ability to export data. The purpose of the dialog box is to collect all functionality related to data output in one easily Output accessible location.
  • Page 480 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description settings control how and where the recorded files are saved on the hard File Setup disk, or on an external storage device. By adding a prefix to the file names you can identify the files you have recorded during a specific survey. You can also define a maximum size of the files.

  • Page 481: I/O Setup Page

    Functions and dialog boxes SY50 system is not provided with unlimited disk capacity. We recommend that you either save the data files to an external storage device, or use a network disk. Current File Size The current file size is displayed during data recording. Related functionality Record indicator on the top bar shows you when recording has been...
  • Page 482 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description The SY50 software automatically scans the Processor Unit to locate and identify the available communication ports. Once the software has established a list of valid interfaces, you can set up and control the communication parameters.
  • Page 483 Functions and dialog boxes Resource The Processor Unit can have several serial ports. This is the identification of the communication port. The serial ports are normally named COM1, COM2 and so on. Baud Rate This is the current baud rate specified for the serial line. The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: •...
  • Page 484 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual is the default setting. If you want to use point-to-point communication in a closed network, set the remote IP address manually. Remote Port is important if you want to export information from the Remote Port Processor Unit to a peripheral device on the local area network (LAN). The application on the peripheral device will "listen"...

  • Page 485: Processed Data To File Page

    Functions and dialog boxes device. Select one of the listed ports and then under the table to set up the port Setup parameters. A dedicated dialog box opens for you to change or accept the settings. The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: •...
  • Page 486 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual How to open This page is located in the dialog box. To open, select it on the menu. Output Operation Description Select the output type from the list, and then where to save the files. Select save your choices.
  • Page 487 Functions and dialog boxes • Select to delete the output. Remove • Select to change the settings. Edit • Select to add a new output. Output Select the file format you want to export. Current Output Folder This text box shows you the file path that is currently used to store the data files. Select to choose a different output folder to store the files.

  • Page 488: Marker Output Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Edit Once an output type has been defined, it is listed in the box on Installed Outputs the left side of the page. To edit the settings of a specific output, select it in the box, and then select...
  • Page 489 Select which datagram format(s) to export. MDS (Measured Data Shoal) Simrad MDS is a proprietary datagram format created by Kongsberg Maritime. It contains the location, bearing and depth of a tracked target. All information is presented relative to your own vessel. All data are related to the tracked target.

  • Page 490: Relay Output Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual TPP (Tracked Target Position) Simrad TPP is a proprietary datagram format created by Kongsberg Maritime. It exports the horizontal range, bearing and depth of a tracked target. All data are related to the tracked target. Select to allow export of the chosen data format.
  • Page 491 Functions and dialog boxes Description The information imported to the SY50 system from various sensors can also be useful for other systems on board your vessel. The SY50 system allows you to "re-export" this sensor information. When activated, the selected sensor information is sent out on the chosen communication port (serial or LAN).
  • Page 492 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Inspect Port Select to check the communication parameters for the port. The Inspect Port relevant port setup dialog box opens. You are not permitted to make any changes. You can not define the communication port parameters here. If you need to adjust these, you must select after you have defined the data output parameters.
  • Page 493 Functions and dialog boxes How to open This page is located in the dialog box. This dialog box is opened from the Output menu. Operation Description Each screen recording you make is saved in format on the Processor .mp4 Unit hard disk. The file name reflects the current date and time.
  • Page 494 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Capturing the display presentation in a video file, page 129 Selecting where to save the video files, page 130 Capturing the display presentation in image and video files, page 125 Screen Recording, page 281 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Operation menu;...

  • Page 495: General Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Pages in the Display Options dialog box dialog box is used to specify basic settings for the sonar presentation. Display Options How to open This dialog box is opened from the menu. Display Description This dialog box contains a number of pages selected from the menu on the left side. The choices you make in the dialog box have no effect on the overall Display Options...
  • Page 496 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Description page offers a range General of "on/off switches". You use them to enable or disable the relevant functions. Note The information shown on the top bar must not be used for vessel navigation. Details Use icons on the main menu...
  • Page 497 Functions and dialog boxes Bottom Depth Select this check box to see the current water depth on the top bar. The information must be provided by an external depth sensor (echo sounder) connected to the SY50 system. Roll Select this check box to see the vessel's current roll movements on the top bar.

  • Page 498: Map Display Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Menu Unless you need to make frequent changes to the operating parameters, you may want to hide the menu from the display presentation. This gives you more space for echo information. To hide the menu, select on the top bar.
  • Page 499 Description Select which map elements you want to include. These map settings are only valid for WMS (Web Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system. A Web Map Service (WMS) is a standard protocol developed by the Open Geospatial Consortium in 1999 for serving georeferenced map images over the Internet.

  • Page 500: Safety Depth Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual the tilt angle (Slant). The function defines how this distance is Range Projection measured. This function is opened from the menu. Active Related topics Using maps, page 138 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 408...
  • Page 501 Map Display elements to include in the map presentation. These map settings are only valid for WMS (Web Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system. Map function This is an "on/off" switch. Use to enable or disable the geographical map layer.

  • Page 502: Tooltip Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Using maps, page 138 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 408 Display Options dialog box, page 416 Cosmetics menu, page 382 Motion function, page 410 Map Display page, page 496...

  • Page 503: Own Ship Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Own Ship page In order to maintain a visual presentation of your vessel’s previous movements, you can draw these with a line. This line is drawn after the vessel symbol in the sonar views, and visualizes your past movements. We refer to this line as the History Line. Description The history line shows you the historic movements of your own...

  • Page 504: Vertical View Orientation Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Vertical View Orientation page page allows you to decide whether the vertical views Vertical View Orientation should be presented from right to left, or from left to right. How to open This page is located in the dialog box.
  • Page 505 Functions and dialog boxes Description Set New Ship Centre function on the shortcut menu moves the ship symbol away from the centre of the view. Place the cursor anywhere in the view, right-click and select . The function moves the vessel Set New Ship Centre symbol to the selected position.

  • Page 506: Current Flow Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Display menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 408 Display Options dialog box, page 416 Current Flow page A current sensor can be connected to the SY50 system. This can for example be an acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP).
  • Page 507 Functions and dialog boxes function shows you the speed and direction of the water current Current Vector under your vessel. One or more arrow are drawn to or from the vessel symbol to indicate the properties of the sea currents. The direction of the arrows indicate the direction of the water currents.

  • Page 508: Pages In The Diagnostics Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Pages in the Diagnostics dialog box The SY50 system is a computerized sonar. There are hardly any analogue circuitry, and the possibility of traditional troubleshooting is limited. In order to rectify this, a built-in software application is available to offer test and maintenance functionality.

  • Page 509: Processor Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Matrix page, page 520 Processor page page offers an overview of the parameters related to software version, Processor operation and network. How to open This page is located in the dialog box. Open the dialog box Diagnostics Diagnostics from the...

  • Page 510: Sensors Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • : The ping interval (1/ping repetition frequency (PRF)) is the ping Ping Interval rate measured in time between each acoustic transmission. The phrase ping rate is used to describe the parameter that controls how often the SY50 system can or shall transmit acoustic energy (a "ping") into the...

  • Page 511: Transceiver Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Description For the SY50 system to use and offer correct navigational information, one or more external sensors must be connected. Typical sensors are those providing navigational information (heading, speed or geographical position). A motion sensor (motion reference unit) can also be connected.
  • Page 512 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual How to open This page is located in the dialog box. Open the dialog box Diagnostics Diagnostics from the menu. Setup Description page provides a graphic presentation of the transceiver boards. The Transceiver visual presentation reflects the physical location of the boards in the Transceiver Unit.

  • Page 513: Transducer Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Each button provides a small colour coded indicator. • : Status is OK. No actions are necessary. No indicator • : This is a warning. A closer investigation is recommended. Yellow • : This is an alarm. A closer investigation is required. •...
  • Page 514 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The transceiver boards are shown as "buttons". Select a transceiver board to highlight the elements that are physically connected to the board. Details Boards A graphic presentation of the transceiver boards is provided. The visual presentation reflects the physical location of the boards in the Transceiver Unit.
  • Page 515 Functions and dialog boxes The reception test validates each single element in the transducer, and returns the status using a simple colour code. • : The transducer element is fully operational. Green • : The transducer element offers reduced performance. •...

  • Page 516: Noise Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Noise page The operational performance of the SY50 system depends on the noise conditions. It is essential that the noise signature is as low as possible. Use the page to test the Noise current noise conditions.
  • Page 517 Functions and dialog boxes Note With the vessel in port, the environmental conditions are not satisfactory. In the shallow waters of the port, noise from other vessels, dockyard workers or machinery will cause unreliable test results. If you do this tests in a busy harbour, or with noise sources present, the sensitive receivers will detect all the noise in the nearby waters.

  • Page 518: Element Bite Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The converters transform the analogue echoes to digital format. Signal processing circuitry can create digital noise. Noise Test Select . This starts the noise test. The test is run Start Noise Measurements continuously on each of the following pings until you stop it.

  • Page 519: B-Scan Page

    Functions and dialog boxes • B-Scan page allows you to monitor the data received from each of the elements B-Scan in the transducer. The start sample and the number of samples to be displayed are selectable. • Matrix page allows you to monitor the average signal values or signal phases from Matrix each of the channels and transducer elements in the SY50 system.
  • Page 520 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual To detect unserviceable transducer elements and/or transceiver boards, you must compare the rectangles. When operating the SY50 system in port, the colours will be less homogeneous due to the environmental noise and the shallow depth. During normal operation at sea the colours will be homogeneous.
  • Page 521 Functions and dialog boxes Start Sample Start Sample select which sample to start the test with. Each vertical line shows the signal measured from a single transducer element. Sample 0 (zero) is measured when the ping starts, while (for example) sample 1000 is located several meters out.

  • Page 522: Matrix Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Logarithmic or linear scale can be chosen for the presentation. Logarithmic scale is normally used since this scale offers the best overview of the complete dynamic range. A linear scale will enhance the differences closer to the maximum value.
  • Page 523 Functions and dialog boxes This illustration shows a typical matrix presentation. This is a generic illustration. Any similarities with specific products are accidental. Description When you move the cursor over the matrix presentation of the transceiver channels, each element in the transducer can be clearly identified as a rectangle.
  • Page 524 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • Select when you have received the data and wish to freeze the None/freeze presentation for a closer study of the results. • Select to start the test. Element amplitude • Select to start the test and observe the element phases.
  • Page 525 Functions and dialog boxes Generator In order to run this test, a built-in signal generator is used. You must specify the amplitude and frequency to be used by this generator. The signal generator creates a test signal inserted in parallel with the signal measured on the transducer. Transmit Pulse Select Voltage...

  • Page 526: Pages In The Installation Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Pages in the Installation dialog box Before you use the SY50 system you must set it up to communicate with the relevant peripherals. Use the dialog box to set up all interfaces with external devices, Installation and to set up basic parameters related to installation and operation.

  • Page 527: Sensor Installation Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Software License page, page 560 Transceiver Upgrade page, page 561 Simrad Connect page , page 562 Sensor Installation page For the SY50 system to use and offer correct navigational information, one or more external sensors must be connected. Typical sensors are those providing navigational information (heading, speed or geographical position).
  • Page 528 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Installation Most sensors are physically mounted somewhere on your vessel. For accurate measurements, the sensor locations - referenced to the vessel’s coordinate system - must be known to the SY50 system. Note Just making changes and selecting at the bottom of the page will not install anything.
  • Page 529 Functions and dialog boxes Inspect Port Select to check the communication parameters for the port. The Inspect Port relevant port setup dialog box opens. The communication parameters defined for NMEA 0183 are: • : 4800 bit/s Baud rate • Data bits •...
  • Page 530 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Talker ID If you want to specify a dedicated Talker ID for the datagram format, it can be defined here. Every NMEA datagram starts with a dollar ($) character. The "talker identifier" (ID) with two characters follows immediately after the dollar character. The Talker ID is followed by three characters that define the type of datagram.
  • Page 531 Functions and dialog boxes Rotation For some sensors - typically motion sensors and transducers – the physical location of the sensor is not sufficient to extract accurate data. These sensors are installed with physical angles. These angles are often referred to as "installation angles" or "offset angles".

  • Page 532: Sensor Configuration Page

    The majority of the datagrams used by the SY50 system are defined by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA). Other proprietary datagrams are defined by third-party organizations or by Kongsberg Maritime. Any information in a datagram, for example the current depth, may be provided in different datagrams from several sensors.
  • Page 533 Functions and dialog boxes conditions, installation, configuration, accuracy, etc.), the numerical values provided can be different from one sensor to another. Several sensor are provided on the page, one for each type of Sensor Configuration information. Select the sensor you wish to configure in the list.

  • Page 534: Motion Reference Unit Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Configuration On most of the pages you can specify a manual value. Use this function if a sensor is unserviceable or not installed. Click to enable this function, and select or type the requested value. When you select the Time sensor, you can set the ZDA datagram to synchronize the internal clock in the Processor Unit.
  • Page 535 • Kongsberg EM Attitude 1000 The EM Attitude 1000 is a proprietary datagram format created by Kongsberg Maritime for use with digital motion sensors. It holds roll, pitch, heave and heading information. In many new designs, this datagram format has been replaced with EM Attitude 3000 format.
  • Page 536 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Baud Rate Use this setting to specify the baud rate ("speed") for the serial communication. Status The current status of the sensor communication is shown. "Not connected" means that the input from the sensor is missing. A message like this (example) verifies that the SY50 system is connected to the built-in motion sensor: Connected to 192.168.1.30 SY50 Beamformer...

  • Page 537: Installation Parameters Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Installation Parameters page pages allow you to define the relationship between the Installation Parameters physical locations of the various sensors and the transducer. All relevant system units and sensors must be defined with their physical offset values in relation to the defined Ship Origin in the vessel’s coordinate system.
  • Page 538 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Ship page On the page you define a specific reference point (Ship Origin or origo) for the Ship various sensor connected to the SY50 system. The origin is the common reference point where all three axis in the vessel coordinate system meet. All physical locations of the vessel’s sensors (radar and positioning system antennas, echo sounder and sonar...
  • Page 539 Functions and dialog boxes Z Offset Select the offset value on the Z axis (vertical) from the default Ship Origin. This is the origin that was defined by the vessel designer and/or the shipyard when the vessel was built. Adjust with a positive value for Z if the new preferred origin is located under the default Ship Origin.
  • Page 540 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Y Offset Select the offset value on the Y axis (athwartship) from the Ship Origin. Adjust with a positive value for Y if the transducer is located on the starboard side of the ship origin. Z Offset Select the offset value on the Z axis (vertical) from the Ship Origin.
  • Page 541 The motion sensor offset values are not important for sonar operation. Correct values for motion sensor rotation are important for roll and pitch compensation. Note The Kongsberg Seapath ® - and other GPS systems - allow you to define the MRU location in the positioning system.

  • Page 542: Synchronization Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Details X Offset Select the offset value on the X axis (fore-and-aft direction) from the Ship Origin. Adjust with a positive value for X if the sensor is located ahead of the ship origin. Y Offset Select the offset value on the Y axis (athwartship) from the Ship Origin.
  • Page 543 Functions and dialog boxes How to open This page is located in the dialog box. To open the page, select Installation Installation on the menu. Setup Description Whenever more than one hydroacoustic system is installed on a vessel, interference may occur.
  • Page 544 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual default setting. The SY50 system operates using its internal ping interval parameters, independent of any trigger signals arriving at the synchronization port. setting is not applicable when synchronization is Synchronization Delay switched off. • Master Master mode is used if the SY50 system is going to act as the controlling unit in a synchronized system.

  • Page 545: Units Page

    Functions and dialog boxes • Slave In Slave mode, the SY50 system waits for the delay time after the external trigger signal has arrived before transmitting the ping. This is often referred to as a post-trigger. Synchronization Port This is the interface port currently used to transmit or receive synchronization signals.
  • Page 546 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Note When you work in the dialog box, you must always select to save the Installation Apply changes made on a page. You must do this before you continue working on a different page. Details Length...

  • Page 547: Operating Panel Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Operating Panel page The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation. It further allows you to assign certain functions to dedicated buttons and switches. The page is used to select which physical hardware panel you use, and to Operating Panel assign functionality to the programmable buttons.
  • Page 548 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Operating Panel Mk2 The Mk2 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit using an Ethernet cable. The Operating Panel is provided with a built-in power supply. Details User Setting Buttons On the Mk2 Operating Panel, the four buttons dedicated for user settings or presentation modes are located the top of the panel.
  • Page 549 Functions and dialog boxes Rotary Switch Functions The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three rotary switches. The switches are identified with numbers. Each switch can be assigned a function related to range, gain, bearing or tilt. Under , assign one function to each rotary switch on the Rotary Switch Options Operating Panel.
  • Page 550 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Button Options The Mk2 Operating Panel is fitted with three function buttons. The buttons are identified as . Each button can be assigned a dedicated function. The three function buttons are grouped with the button. Screen Capture...
  • Page 551 Functions and dialog boxes Joystick Options Use these settings to set up the joystick operation. Related topics Defining the user-selected features on the Operating Panel, page 158 Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 420 Operating Panel page, page 545 Operating Panel Mk3 The Mk3 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit with a USB cable.
  • Page 552 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Before you can assign custom user settings to the operating panel, a selection of settings must be available from the dialog box. The User Settings User Settings dialog box is located on the menu. Main Any user setting selected on the Operating Panel is identified in the upper left corner of the Horizontal view.
  • Page 553 Functions and dialog boxes For the Mk3 Operating Panel, assign one function to each rotary switch when you press it. Auto Tilt This is an "on/off" function. When Auto Tilt mode is activated the beam will automatically change its tilt angle for each transmission ("ping"). The centre of the tilt sector is defined by the chosen tilt angle just before the Auto Tilt mode is started.

  • Page 554: Echogram Settings Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Echogram Settings page The SY50 system offers an inspection beam. The inspection beam is presented using an Inspection view. Use the page to set up basic functionality for Echogram Settings the Inspection view. How to open This page is located in the dialog box.

  • Page 555: Hull Unit Configuration Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Hull Unit Configuration page The hull unit is used to lower the transducer down below the ship’s hull when the SY50 system shall be used. When the SY50 system is turned off, the transducer is hoisted for protection.
  • Page 556 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual How to open This page is located in the dialog box. To open the page, select Installation Installation on the menu. Setup Description page allows you to specify alarm limits for the hull unit and the System Protection transducer.
  • Page 557 Functions and dialog boxes Note We strongly recommend that you do not specify a higher speed than the hull unit is designed for. If the speed limit is exceeded a message is issued by the SY50 system. The SY50 system can be provided with one of the following hull units: Hull Unit Lowering depth (mm) Maximum speed (knots)
  • Page 558 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The data files will normally become very large. If you wish to record large amounts of data, make sure that you have enough space on your hard disk. The SY50 system is not provided with unlimited disk capacity. We recommend that you save the data files to an external storage device.

  • Page 559: Fishing Gear Setup Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Fishing Gear Setup page By defining the type of fishing gear you are using, the SY50 system may provide more accurate visual presentations. Use the dialog box to change the fishing Fishing Gear Setup gear properties to match your own equipment. How to open Under , select...

  • Page 560: Map Setup Page

    True. Details WMS (Web Map Service) Only WMS (World Map Service) maps from a KONGSBERG navigation system are supported. The Processor Unit must be connected to the ship network. Type the correct URL to make contact with the map server.

  • Page 561: User Settings Setup Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Safety Depth page page allows you to change the safety depth settings, and thus the Safety Depth presentation of the various water depths. Range Projection function The distance to a target located anywhere in the water column can be measured in two ways.

  • Page 562: Software License Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related functionality User Settings dialog box dialog box allows you to save the current user settings (your User Settings current selection of operational parameters), and to retrieve factory or previously saved user settings. This dialog box is opened from the menu.

  • Page 563: Transceiver Upgrade Page

    Functions and dialog boxes When you work in the dialog box, you must always select to save the Installation Apply changes made on a page. You must do this before you continue working on a different page. The following licensing options are available for the SY50 system: NetCDF The SY50 system supports netCDF4, where the number refers to the version of the format.

  • Page 564: Simrad Connect Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual How to open This page is located in the dialog box. To open the page, select Installation Installation on the menu. Setup Description If a firmware upgrade is required, the necessary software will be included with the operational software.
  • Page 565 Functions and dialog boxes Related topics Functions and dialog boxes, page 388 Setup menu; Functions and dialog boxes, page 420 Installation dialog box, page 431 467333/A...

  • Page 566: Pages In The Echogram Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Pages in the Echogram dialog box dialog box allows you to control the echogram presentation in the Echogram Inspection views. Two pages control the horizontal lines and the echogram type with applied TVG (time variable gain). One page controls how fast the echogram travels horizontally across the presentation.
  • Page 567 Functions and dialog boxes Description The settings on the page are Lines all related to visual appearance. The changes you make are by default only valid for the active Inspection view. Click in the Inspection view to activate it. The active view is identified with a thicker border.
  • Page 568 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Lines You can enable or disable one or more horizontal lines on the echogram. • Variable Depth This is an "on/off" switch. Select the box to enable the function. The Variable Depth Line can be added to your echogram to measure the depth. A horizontal line with a depth readout is placed in the echogram.

  • Page 569: Echogram Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Use the page to type comments and insert annotations into views. Annotations Several different annotation types may be added to the echograms or other views. The page is located in the dialog box. Annotations Installation When you save raw data, the annotations you have defined are stored as annotation datagrams.
  • Page 570 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Details TVG (Time Variable Gain) When an acoustic pulse is sent through the water, it will gradually lose its energy. The greater the distance between the transducer and the target(s), the greater the loss of energy.
  • Page 571 Functions and dialog boxes • Surface A Surface echogram is mainly used when you wish to look at the entire water column starting from the sea surface and down to the sea bottom. Since this echogram is referenced to the sea surface, the sea bottom contour will vary with the actual depth.

  • Page 572: Horizontal Axis Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual User TVG If you are very familiar with the TVG principles, you can choose to use your own curve. In order to use the chosen curve, the TVG mode must be set to User. You can also select TVG setting with the function.
  • Page 573 Functions and dialog boxes • : The horizontal scale is based on the relative speed you choose. Select Speed speed with the ruler. Label Small labels are shown in the bottom left and right corners of the view. These labels can contain time or distance to identify the horizontal axis of the echogram. You can hide the labels from view.

  • Page 574: Pages In The Information Pane Options Dialog Box

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Pages in the Information Pane Options dialog The SY50 system offers several information panes to provide additional and detailed data from the presentations. The information panes are opened and closed from the top bar. Several of the information panes are fitted with a button.
  • Page 575 Functions and dialog boxes Description The settings provided by the page allow Size Distribution you to shape the vertical bars in the Size Distribution information pane to meet your own requirements. You can define the upper and lower limits, the accuracy, and the vertical resolution.
  • Page 576 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Manual Scale Choose the lower and upper limits (in dB) of the scale. • : This function specifies the lower limit of the target strengths Lower Limit shown in the histogram. The value reflects the current mode you have chosen.

  • Page 577: Fish Position Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Fish Position page The Fish Position information pane shows the position of the detected single fish echoes. The information pane is only available when an Inspection view is "active". Use the Fish page to set up the presentation parameters for the Fish Position information pane. Position The dotted inner circle identifies the low frequency in the sweep.
  • Page 578 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Details Minimum Threshold Some echoes are stronger than others. If you have noise problems, or you are bothered with for example smaller fish (different species), jellyfish or plankton, you can use the function to adjust the sensitivity. The target Minimum Threshold strength (TS) for a single target must exceed this threshold (in dB) to be accepted.
  • Page 579 Functions and dialog boxes Maximum FM Phase Deviation This setting only applies to FM operation. Several single targets occurring at the same range will give you echoes in different parts of the beam’s cross section. To remove the bad targets, the angle (phase) between the samples in the echo are measured.

  • Page 580: Fish Size Adjustment Page

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Increasing the distance values will require the targets to be further separated, but can increase the frequency resolution for the target strength frequency response (in the TS(f) information pane). The value for the should normally be larger than the value for Distance After Target due to the backscattering properties of a target.

  • Page 581: School Mass Adjustment Page

    Functions and dialog boxes Use the page to define the properties for the histogram shown in the Size Distribution Size Distribution information pane. Select in the information pane to open the Setup page. The page is located in the Size Distribution Size Distribution Information Pane dialog box.

  • Page 582: Concept Descriptions

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Concept descriptions Topics Vessel coordinate system, page 581 Layers and deflections, page 583 What is sampling?, page 585 Acoustic noise, page 586 467333/A...

  • Page 583: Vessel Coordinate System

    Concept descriptions Vessel coordinate system The vessel coordinate system is established to define the relative physical locations of system units and sensors. When you have several different sensors and transducers on your vessel, and you wish each of them to provide accurate data, you need to know their relative physical positions. The antenna of a position sensor is typically mounted high above the superstructure, while a motion sensor is located close to the vessel’s centre of gravity.
  • Page 584 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual has been defined by the designer or shipyard. This origin is normally identified with a physical marking, and also shown on the vessel drawings. Frequently used locations are: • Aft immediately over the rudder (frame 0) •...

  • Page 585: Layers And Deflections

    Concept descriptions Layers and deflections Daily operation of the SY50 system may be disturbed by environmental situations that you are unable to control. Typical conditions are temperature and salinity layers, as well as deflections caused by increasing or decreasing water temperature. Topics Temperature and salinity layers, page 583 Sonar beam deflections, page 584...

  • Page 586: Sonar Beam Deflections

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Sonar beam deflections On warm days – especially during summer – the sea surface will be heated by the sun. The water temperature will gradually decrease with increasing depth. On cold days, you may experience the opposite. The cold water will be close to the surface, and the water temperature increases with increasing depth.

  • Page 587: What Is Sampling

    Concept descriptions What is sampling? The information from the transducer on the SY50 system is a continuous flow of analogue data. In signal processing, sampling is the reduction of this continuous signal to a discrete signal. A common example is exactly what we do in the SY50 system. We convert a sound wave (which is an analogue continuous-time signal) to a sequence of samples (which is a discrete-time signal).

  • Page 588: Acoustic Noise

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Acoustic noise Topics Introduction to the acoustic noise challenge, page 586 Contributing factors, page 586 Self noise, page 588 Ambient noise, page 591 Electrical self noise, page 591 Reverberation, page 591 Some means to reduce acoustic noise, page 593...
  • Page 589 Concept descriptions transmitting and receiving systems are key factors during our product development, while our end user documentation aims to help you to make the right filter settings during operation. As for the target properties, there is nothing any of us can do with those. The signal-to-noise ratio, however, can be improved by making the correct choices during installation.

  • Page 590: Self Noise

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • Flow noise • Acoustic noise from other hydroacoustic systems The transducer cable is long. Electric noise from generators, pumps, cooling systems and other electric or electromechanical devices is easily picked up. The preamplifiers are very sensitive. They can easily pick up electrical noise from internal and external power supplies.
  • Page 591 Concept descriptions Propeller noise is usually water-borne. In some cases, however, shaft vibrations or vibrations in the hull near the propeller may be structure-borne to the transducer. If a propeller blade is damaged, this may increase the noise considerably. Propeller cavitation is a severe source of noise. "Singing" propellers might be a source of noise, which interferes at discrete frequencies.
  • Page 592 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Turbulent flow Laminar flow Air bubbles Air bubbles absorb and reflect the sound energy, and they may in worst cases block the sound transmission altogether. The boundary layer increases in thickness when it becomes turbulent. The boundary layer is thin in the forward part of the vessel hull, and increases as it moves aft.

  • Page 593: Ambient Noise

    Concept descriptions Ambient noise Ambient noise is usually not a limiting factor to the performance of sonars and echo sounders. The ambient noise may be split up as follows: • : Air bubbles, seismic disturbances, waves, boundary turbulence, etc. Sea noise •...
  • Page 594 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual There are several types of reverberation. Volume reverberation The volume reverberation is caused by minute plankton and air-bubbles in the water. This reverberation has often daily cycles in intensity. Surface reverberation The surface reverberation depends on the weather condition and the waves.

  • Page 595: Some Means To Reduce Acoustic Noise

    Concept descriptions Some means to reduce acoustic noise Several factors are contributing to the performance of the hydroacoustic equipment used on board a vessel. Careful planning of the installation may reduce the acoustic noise. Unfortunately, it is impossible to simply provide a number of specific procedures to reduce the noise.
  • Page 596 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Ensure that the propellers blades are correctly designed and without damages. The use of a baffle between the propellers and the transducer may reduce noise appreciably. Static discharges caused by the rotating propeller shaft may be removed by proper grounding or by mounting a coal brush from the shaft to vessel ground.

  • Page 597: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Topics Introduction to technical specifications, page 596 Performance specifications, page 596 Power requirements, page 600 Weights and outline dimensions, page 603 Environmental requirements, page 606 Compass safe distance, page 609 Minimum display requirements, page 611 467333/A...

  • Page 598: Introduction To Technical Specifications

    SY50 Fish-finding sonar. They also provide information related to power requirements, physical properties and environmental conditions. Note At Kongsberg Maritime, we are continuously working to improve the quality and performance of our products. The technical specifications may be changed without prior notice.
  • Page 599 Technical specifications – Maximum: 360 degrees (Omnidirectional) – Other options: 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 360 degrees • Vertical TX Sector: – Horizontal swath ∗ Maximum: Wide ∗ Other options: Narrow, Normal, Wide, Auto – Vertical swath ∗ Maximum: 90 degrees ∗...
  • Page 600 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Beamwidths • Narrow, Normal or Wide User selectable Stabilization • : ±20 degrees (Automatic) Roll stabilisation • : ±20 degrees (Automatic) Pitch stabilisation • : The SY50 system has been designed to match the motion External stabilisation sensor reference unit (MRU) sensors manufactured by our Seatex division.
  • Page 601 Technical specifications You can lower and hoist the transducer at any vessel speed below this. Type approval: DnV Certificate S-6344 Installation trunk The installation trunk is not included in the standard delivery. The installation trunk may be fabricated by the shipyard, or supplied by us as an option. Transducer The same transducer is used on all hull unit types.

  • Page 602: Power Requirements

    The technical specifications are those valid for the computer that is provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the SY50 system. For specifications related to a locally purchased computer, refer to the documentation provided with the unit. 467333/A...

  • Page 603: Operating Panel Power Requirements (Mk2)

    Technical specifications The technical specifications are those valid for the computer that is provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the SY50 system. For additional details, refer to the technical specifications provided by the manufacturer. Note This information was copied from the manufacturer’s documentation. To ensure that your information is correct, always consult the manufacturer’s own documents.

  • Page 604: Hull Unit Power Requirements

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual – 24 VDC • : 15% Maximum voltage deviation (VAC) • : 20% of nominal voltage, recovery time 3 s Maximum transient (VAC) • Power consumption – Hoisting motor running: 600 W (Approximately) – Hoisting motor idle: 80 W (Approximately) Hull Unit power requirements •...

  • Page 605: Weights And Outline Dimensions

    Display weight and outline dimensions Not applicable. The display is not a part of the SY50 scope of supply. It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime. For more information, refer to the end-user documentation provided by the manufacturer. Related topics...

  • Page 606: Operating Panel Weight And Outline Dimensions (Mk2)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual The technical specifications are those valid for the computer that is provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the SY50 system. For additional details, refer to the technical specifications provided by the manufacturer. Note This information was copied from the manufacturer’s documentation. To ensure that your information is correct, always consult the manufacturer’s own documents.

  • Page 607: Power Supply Unit Weight And Outline Dimensions

    Technical specifications Power Supply Unit weight and outline dimensions • : SY50 Power Supply Unit Make and model • (including cable glands): Outline dimensions – : 219 mm Depth – : 300 mm Width – : 438 mm Height • : 12.5 kg Weight Related topics...

  • Page 608: Environmental Requirements

    Hull Unit environmental requirements, page 608 Display environmental requirements Not applicable. The display is not a part of the SY50 scope of supply. It is not manufactured by Kongsberg Maritime. For more information, refer to the end-user documentation provided by the manufacturer. Related topics...

  • Page 609: Operating Panel Environmental Requirements (Mk2)

    : The manufacturer has not provided this information. Ingress protection (IP) code The technical specifications are those valid for the computer that is provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the SY50 system. For additional details, refer to the technical specifications provided by the manufacturer. Note This information was copied from the manufacturer’s documentation.

  • Page 610: Hull Unit Environmental Requirements

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • : 0 to +50 °C Operating temperature • : -40 to 70 °C Storage temperature • : 5 to 95% relative, non-condensing Relative humidity Related topics Environmental requirements, page 606 Technical specifications, page 595 Hull Unit environmental requirements •...

  • Page 611: Compass Safe Distance

    : 90The manufacturer has not provided this information. Other compass The technical specifications are those valid for the computer that is provided by Kongsberg Maritime as a part of the SY50 system. For additional details, refer to the technical specifications provided by the manufacturer. Note This information was copied from the manufacturer’s documentation.

  • Page 612: Operating Panel Compass Safe Distance (Mk2)

    Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Related topics Compass safe distance, page 609 Technical specifications, page 595 Operating Panel compass safe distance (Mk2) • : SY50 Operating Panel Mk2 Make and model • : 25 cm Standard compass • : 16.5 cm...

  • Page 613: Hull Unit Compass Safe Distance

    Technical specifications Hull Unit compass safe distance • : SY50 Hull Unit Make • Compass safe distance – Standard compass: 151 mm – Other compass: 90 mm • The specifications meet the requirements defined in the following standards: – IEC/EN 60945:2002 + Cor1:2008 –...
  • Page 614 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual • : The video interface must match the output format(s) provided by Video interface the Processor Unit. The Processor Unit may offer video output on several formats. Investigate your options before you purchase a display. •...
  • Page 615 Index Index how to open........369, 434 ADCP about placing sensor data in the sonar views ....136 acoustic noise........... 586 ambient noise........... 591 Marker Output page ........488 bottom bar ..........347 Processed Data to File page ......485 cavitation..........
  • Page 616 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual description ..........448 cavitation auxiliary machinery acoustic noise........... 589 acoustic noise........... 588 centre frequency .......... 443 Averaging Range characteristics Matrix ........... 522 performance ..........596 choosing factory default settings ........ 157 Circle marker Shortcut menus......... 385...
  • Page 617 Index Setting up the Operating Panel....... 212 Custom Name configuring Sensor Installation page....... 527 Operating Panel ........216, 220 sensor interface......... 182 constructive criticism send us............. 16 data context sensitive on-line help defining the file and folder settings for data open............
  • Page 618 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual description interference ..........590 About dialog box ........432 LAN Port Setup dialog box ......463 Active menu ..........369 Language function ........424 Add Fishing Gear dialog box......473 Lines page ..........564 Add Serial Port dialog box ......467 location information ........
  • Page 619 Index Screen Captures dialog box ......427 dialog box self noise ..........588 About ............ 432 Sensor Configuration page......530 Add Fishing Gear ........473 Sensor Installation page....... 525 Add Serial Port ......... 467 Sensors page..........508 Auto Configuration ........474 Serial Port Setup dialog box......
  • Page 620 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual select navigational information on the top description ..........423 bar ............143 environmental Tooltip page description ......500 requirements ..........606 Vertical View Orientation page description ..502 environmental parameters display organisation change ........... 150 overview ..........276...
  • Page 621 Index defining the file and folder settings for data Horizontal TX Sector........444 recording......... 115, 121 Language..........424 File Setup page Menu (Top bar)......... 280 description ..........477 Motion........... 410 Files Noise Filter function description ....454 Replay File..........460 Operating system functions......
  • Page 622 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Setting up the input from a navigation system adjust horizontal direction of sonar (GPS)........... 175 beam..........60, 91 adjust sonar range........55, 87 Setting up the input from a navigation system adjust the backlight on the Operating Panel ..145 (GPS)...........
  • Page 623 Index insert the installation parameters for the set up the Operating Panel ...... 216, 220 transducer..........193 set up the speed log interface......178 inspect and clean the computer ...... 253 Setting up input from buoys, fish aggregating inspect and clean the display ......253 devices and other external objects ....
  • Page 624 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual information Sensor Installation page....... 180 online ............16 interfacing a heading gyro support ............ 31 Sensor Installation page....... 180 information pane interfacing a navigation sensor Biomass information pane description....339 summary ..........172 Fish Position..........344...
  • Page 625 Index Microsoft Xbox Controller ......45 Gear............38 Operating Panel (Mk1)........42 GearSymbol ..........330 Operating Panel (Mk2)........37 Own Ship Marker ........329 length Place Marker ........38, 45, 323 Installation Parameters ........ 537 Target Marker .......... 326 Length Marker Units page..........
  • Page 626 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual using ............. 352 description ..........538 menu language select..........63, 141 Menu on the Right Side General page..........494 Name menu system I/O Setup page.......... 480 description ..........351 LAN Port Setup ........463 hiding ............ 354...
  • Page 627 Index Operating system functions description ..........290 Objects menu operating voltage description ..........374 computer ..........600 display ........... 600 turn............ 62, 73 hull unit ..........602 Nexcom NISE 3900E ......... 600 AGC (Automatic Gain Control) ..... 450 Operating Panel ........601 RCG (Reverberation Controlled Gain) Power Supply Unit ........
  • Page 628 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Fishing Gear Setup ........557 transmitting with maximum ping rate....78 General ..........493 Ping Count Horizontal Axis ........570 Processor ..........507 Hull Unit Configuration....... 553 Ping Interval I/O Setup ..........479 Processor ..........507 Installation Parameters page description ...
  • Page 629 Index Power Off dialog box adjusting the backlight on the Operating description ..........476 Panel ........... 145 power requirements adjusting the bearing ....... 60, 91 computer ..........600 adjusting the echo sensitivity...... 57, 85 display ........... 600 adjusting the gain ........57, 85 hull unit ..........
  • Page 630 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual increasing the visibility of the information selecting tooltips in the user interface....145 panes ........... 147 Selecting where to save the video files....130 inserting the installation parameters for the Selecting which map elements to include in the motion reference unit ........
  • Page 631 Index System Protection page ....... 555 Recording dialog box qualifications description ..........461 preventive maintenance personnel....248 reducing ..........107, 111 reducing interference ........109 reducing propeller noise ......... 109 registered trademarks........16 range Relay Output page adjusting ..........55, 87 description ..........
  • Page 632 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual Reducing bottom and surface reverberation current user settings ....... 67, 153 with the RCG (Reverberation Controlled processed echo data........122 Gain) function ........110 scale Reverberation Controlled Gain (RCG) choosing colour scale........148 description ..........451...
  • Page 633 Index tooltips in the user interface ......145 Y Offset ..........536 self noise Z Offset ..........536 acoustic noise........... 588 Ship page sensitivity description ..........536 adjusting ..........57, 85 Ship To Centre sensor Shortcut menus......... 387 configuring..........182 Shortcut menu Sensor Horizontal view ........
  • Page 634 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual lowering the transducer ....... 170 removing ..........206 sound speed changing environmental parameters....150 manual........... 424 specifications TalkerID compass safe distance ......... 609 Sensor Installation page....... 528 outline dimensions........603 target audience performance ..........596 this manual..........15 technical..........
  • Page 635 Index Hull Unit ..........284 System Protection page ......151, 554 information panes........284 Transducer page logo ............280 description ........511, 537 navigational information......286 transmission product name ........... 280 defining the ping mode........68 selecting navigational information ....143 transmission frequency........
  • Page 636 Simrad SY50 Reference Manual retrieve ..........154 Getting to know presentation modes and save ..........67, 153 views ............. 50 User Settings rearranging the layout of the presentation ..133 Operating Panel (Mk2)........37 restoring original views ....... 134 Operating Panel (Mk3)........41 restoring previous views ......
  • Page 637 Index Ship Origin ..........536 Zoom Shortcut menus......... 387 Zoom information pane description ..........346 467333/A...
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