Instruction Manual

cNODE Mini Transponder

About this document

Rev D Date 30.03.2011 Written by IJG Checked by HAA Approved by SER

Updated manual with information about new Mini model 31-80V-D-St.

Copyright 2011 Kongsberg Maritime AS. All rights reserved. The information contained in this document remains the sole property of Kongsberg Maritime. No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, and the information contained within it is not to be communicated to a third party, without the prior written consent of Kongsberg Maritime. Disclaimer Kongsberg Maritime endeavours to ensure that all information in this document is correct and fairly stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omission. Warning The equipment to which this manual applies must only be used for the purpose for which it was designed. Improper use or maintenance may cause damage to the equipment and/or injury to personnel. The user must be familiar with the contents of the appropriate manuals before attempting to operate or work on the equipment. Kongsberg Maritime disclaims any responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper installation, use or maintenance of the equipment. Support
All Kongsberg Maritime products: Phone 24 hour: +47 815 35 355 E mail: km.support@kongsberg.com HiPAP, HPR, Transponder and ACS: Phone 24 hour: +47 992 03 808 E mail: km.support.hpr@kongsberg.com

Kongsberg Maritime AS
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Table of contents
1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................ 1 Manual content .................................................................................................................. 1 Abbreviations .................................................................................................................... 1 2 BASIC TRANSPONDER INFORMATION ......................................................... 2 cNODE Mini transponders ............................................................................................. 2 Short description of the cNODE Mini ............................................................................ 2 Transponder options .......................................................................................................... 3 Transducers ............................................................................................................... 3 Top section modules.................................................................................................. 4 Tube........................................................................................................................... 4 Bottom end cap modules ........................................................................................... 4 Battery ....................................................................................................................... 5 Transponder accessories .................................................................................................... 5 Battery charger .......................................................................................................... 5 cNODE Power AC/DC unit ................................................................................... 6 TTC 30 ...................................................................................................................... 6 Available transponders ...................................................................................................... 6 How to handle a transponder ............................................................................................. 7 Important information ............................................................................................... 7 Transponder model identification principles ..................................................................... 8 Model name ............................................................................................................... 8 Model number ........................................................................................................... 8 Transducer beam width ............................................................................................. 8 Options ...................................................................................................................... 8 3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................... 9 Transponder models ........................................................................................................ 10 cNODE Mini 34-40V .............................................................................................. 10 cNODE Mini 34-180 ............................................................................................... 10 cNODE Mini 31-80V-D-St ..................................................................................... 10 cNODE Mini 16-180-St .......................................................................................... 11 Common specifications for all models ............................................................................ 11

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Responder ................................................................................................................ 11 Power supply ........................................................................................................... 12 Internal tilt sensor .................................................................................................... 12 Transducers...................................................................................................................... 12 Top section module ......................................................................................................... 15 Depth sensor (D) ..................................................................................................... 15 Tubes ............................................................................................................................... 15 Bottom end cap modules ................................................................................................. 16 Battery ............................................................................................................................. 18 Battery lifetime ........................................................................................................ 19 Transponder accessories .................................................................................................. 19 Battery charger ........................................................................................................ 19 cNODE Power AC/DC unit ................................................................................. 20 Pin out specification ................................................................................................ 21 4 CONFIGURATION AND SETUP ....................................................................... 22 Transponder set-up .......................................................................................................... 22 How to configure the transponder ................................................................................... 23 How to turn the transponder ON ..................................................................................... 23 How to turn the transponder OFF .................................................................................... 24 Changing the transponder channel .................................................................................. 24 Responder ........................................................................................................................ 25 Internal tilt sensor ............................................................................................................ 25 External power................................................................................................................. 25 cNODE Power AC/DC Module ................................................................................... 26 Cable layout for transponder with power module ................................................... 26 5 DEPLOYMENT AND OPERATION .................................................................. 27 Pre-deployment checks .................................................................................................... 27 Mounting ......................................................................................................................... 28 Deployment ..................................................................................................................... 28 Ready for operation ......................................................................................................... 28 Operation ......................................................................................................................... 28 Recovery checks .............................................................................................................. 28 Vent screw ....................................................................................................................... 29 Pressure relief valve......................................................................................................... 29 How to charge the battery................................................................................................ 30

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Charge procedure .................................................................................................... 31 How to replace the battery pack ...................................................................................... 33 Battery storage ................................................................................................................. 34 6 MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................... 35 O-rings ............................................................................................................................. 36 Preventive maintenance ................................................................................................... 36 How to open the transponder ........................................................................................... 36 Replacement of the transducer ........................................................................................ 38 How to assemble the transponder .................................................................................... 39 Lubrication of the subsea connectors .............................................................................. 40 7 SPARE PARTS ....................................................................................................... 41 cNODE Mini 34 Series ................................................................................................. 41 cNODE Mini 31 Series .................................................................................................... 41 cNODE Mini 16 Series ................................................................................................. 42 Transponder accessories .................................................................................................. 42 8 DRAWING FILE ................................................................................................... 43 Drawings .......................................................................................................................... 43 cNODE Mini 34-40V transponder P/N 328364 - outline dimensions ................ 44 cNODE Mini 34-40V transponder - internal layout ............................................ 45 cNODE Mini 34-180 transponder P/N 334307 - outline dimensions ................. 46 cNODE Mini 31-80V-D-St transponder P/N 354848 .......................................... 47 cNODE Mini 16-180-St transponder P/N 347310 - outline dimensions ............ 48 cNODE Power Module outline dimensions ...................................................... 49 Charger for cNODE Mini - outline dimensions ................................................... 50 9 INDEX ..................................................................................................................... 51

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1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This is the Instruction manual for the cNODE Mini transponder.

Manual content
The manual contains the descriptions and illustrations required to set up and maintain the transponder unit. The system is described down to circuit board level, named as the Line Replaceable Units (LRUs). Block diagrams and drawings are used to simplify the descriptions.

Abbreviations
Abbreviations used in this manual:
FSK HiPAP HPR KM LBL LF MF N/A PSK ROV SSBL TBI TTC UTB UTB_HV Frequency Shift Keying High Precision Acoustic Positioning Hydroacoustic Position Reference Kongsberg Maritime Long Base Line Low Frequency Medium Frequency Not Applicable Phase Shift Keying Remotely Operated Vehicle Super-Short Base Line To Be Implemented Transponder Test and Configuration unit Universal Transponder Board Universal Transponder Board High Voltage (DC/DC)

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BASIC TRANSPONDER INFORMATION

The purpose of this chapter is to provide an overall description of the transponder, and give information on how to handle a transponder.
Topics cNODE Mini transponders on page 2 Short description of the transponder on page 2 Transponder options on page 3 Transponder accessories on page 5 Available transponders on page 6 How to handle a transponder on page 7 Transponder model identification principles on page 7

cNODE Mini transponders

Mini 34-40V

Mini 34-180

Mini 31-80V-D-St

Mini 16-180-St

Short description of the cNODE Mini

The cNODE Mini transponders are compatible with both HiPAP Cymbal acoustic protocol for positioning and data link, and HPR 400 channels and telemetry.

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SSBL positioning, with a total of : 52 HiPAP Cymbal channels 56 HPR 400 channels. LBL positioning. Acoustic telemetry link for command and data transfer. It has both transponder and responder functions. A transponder is normally a self-contained unit, receiving power from an internal rechargeable NiMH battery pack. The transponder can also be powered from an external power supply. The transponder unit is designed with a modular construction such that the transducer, transponder electronics, battery pack and options (where applicable) can be replaced individually. The transponder may be secured to a subsea structure using mounting brackets. Designed for ROV manipulator handling.

Transponder options
Transducers
TD40V

TD40V has a 40 cone transducer beam width vertical. P/N: 332186

TD180

TD180 has a 180 transducer beam width. P/N: 333059 Stainless steel P/N: 334803

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TD80V

TD80V has an 80 vertical transducer beam width. Stainless steel P/N: 352910

TD180LF

TD180LF has a 180 transducer beam width and is a low frequency transducer. P/N: Stainless steel P/N:

Top section modules

Pressure module P/N: 353515

Tube
P/N: 599-220673 Stainless steel P/N: 344472

Bottom end cap modules

End cap The end cap base holds the following: Vent screw ON / OFF switch including Pressure relief
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valves Two external connectors P/N: 332020 Stainless steel P/N: 349131

Battery

Rechargeable (NiMH)

P/N: 290-220675

See Technical specification for the battery on page 18.

Transponder accessories
Battery charger
P/N: 290-220687

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cNODE Power AC/DC unit

Input: 110/230 Vac Output: 15 Vdc/300 W P/N: 346471

TTC 30
The TTC 30 unit is for on deck acoustic testing and configuration of the cNODE transponders. The TTC 30 can test all KM transponder channels, Cymbal and HPR 400. It can also test telemetry transponders with internal and external sensors. P/N: 345775

Available transponders
Transponder Series 34 Series 34-180 34-40V 31 Series 31-80V-D-St Depth Stainless steel 354848 Basic model 40 Vertical Aluminium Aluminium 344307 328364 Model Housing Material P/N

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31-80V-St 16 Series 16-180-St

80 Vertical

Stainless steel Stainless steel

353056

Low frequency

347310

How to handle a transponder

Important information
Note

The cNODE Mini must always be switched OFF when not used.
Do not point the transducer / end cap towards you self or others when you turn the cNODE Mini on. Charging of battery is connected with some risk.

Warning

Warning

Transponder with a NiMH battery:

Follow the procedure on page 30

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Transponder model identification principles

The transponder name consists of the model name, the model number and any options included.

Model name
Mini

Model number
The three digits number describes (1, 2-3): Digit 1: frequency band Digit 2: depth rating The following are available:
1st number Frequency band 3 = 30 kHz 1 = 15 kHz 2nd number D epth rating 4 = 4000 m 6 = 6000 m 1 = 1000 m

Transducer beam width

40V = 40 vertical 80V = 80 vertical 180 = 180 180LF = 180 Low frequency

Options
D: St: Depth Stainless steel

Example:

This means that cNODE Mini 34-40V indicates that this transponder unit is operating in the 30 kHz band, rated to 4000 meters depth, with a 40 beam width vertical. The transponder housing material is Aluminium.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
This chapter gives the technical specifications of the standard cNODE Mini transponder.
Topics Transponder models on page 10 Common specifications for all models on page 11 Transducers on page 12 Top section module on page 15 Tubes on page 15 Bottom end cap modules on page 16 Battery on page 18 Transponder accessories on page 19

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Transponder models
cNODE Mini 34-40V
Frequency band Maximum depth rating Housing material Housing coating Overall length Diameter housing with coating Diameter transducer Weight in air / water Operation temperature Transducer beam MF 4000 m Anodised Aluminium Polyurethane 600 mm 85 mm 100 mm 6.7 kg / 3.4 kg -5 to +55 C 40 vertical

cNODE Mini 34-180

Frequency band Maximum depth rating Housing material Housing coating Overall length Diameter housing with coating Diameter transducer Weight in air / water Operation temperature Transducer beam MF 4000 m Anodised Aluminium Polyurethane 598 mm 85 mm 88 mm 6.7 kg /3.4 kg -5 to +55 C 180 vertical

cNODE Mini 31-80V-D-St

Frequency band Maximum depth rating Housing material Housing coating Overall length Diameter housing with coating MF 1000 m Stainless steel Polyurethane 718 mm 85 mm

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Diameter transducer Weight in air / water Operation temperature Transducer beam Depth sensor

85 mm 15.4 kg /11.4 kg -5 to +55 C 80 vertical 1000 m, 0,1% FS

cNODE Mini 16-180-St

Frequency band Maximum depth rating Housing material Housing coating Overall length Diameter housing with coating Diameter transducer Weight in air / water Operation temperature Transducer beam LF 6000 m Stainless Steel Polyurethane 661 mm 85 mm 101 mm 15.5 kg / 11.5 kg -5 to +55 C 180 vertical

Common specifications for all models

Responder
Responder trigger connection - via the external signal connector.
Pigtail connector type Responder trigger signal Logic pulse Amplitude Duration Positive 5 V to 25 V 2 ms to 6 ms Subcon MCIL8M

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Power supply
The following power supply options are available:
Internal External

NiMH battery 15 10% Vdc, 300 W

If the external power supply cannot deliver 300 W, the internal battery will be used for the high power transmitting pulse.

Internal tilt sensor

Max. detectable angles - Accuracy 90 2

Transducers

(Cd30102a)

Figure 1 TD40V beam pattern

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(Cd30209)

Figure 2 TD180 beam pattern

Transducer Beam Pattern
-30 -10 0

30

-20 -60 60

-30

-40

-90

90

-120

120

-150

150

180

Figure 3 TD80V beam pattern

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(Cd30208)

Figure 4 TD180LF Beam pattern

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Source level and receiver sensitivity Model Receiver sensitivity Source level - max (4 steps of 3 dB) Max: 203 dB High: 197 dB Low: 191 dB Min: 183 dB Max: 190dB High: 184 dB Low: 178 dB Min: 173 dB Max: 188 dB High: 182 dB Low: 176 dB Min: 171 dB Max: 188 dB High: 182 dB Low: 176 dB Min: 168 dB

cNODE
Mini 34-40V 90 dB

cNODE
Mini 34-180 100 dB

cNODE
Mini 31-80V 85 dB

cNODE Mini 16180

100 dB

Top section module

Depth sensor (D)
Depth range - Accuracy 1000 m 0.1% FS

Tubes
Aluminium Tube material Tube coating Stainless steel Tube material Tube coating Stainless steel Polyurethane Anodized Aluminium Polyurethane

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Bottom end cap modules

Figure 5 Mini bottom end cap module

External connectors

External signal connector: An eight (8) pin female Subcon MCBH8F connector for serial line, External power supply and Responder signal. External charge connector An eight (8) pin male Subcon MCBH8M connector for battery charging. The transponder external connectors are recessed within the transponder end cap.
Signal connector
5 6 7 8 1 2 4 3

Battery charger connector

5 4 3 2 1 8 6 7
(Cd300103)

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Pin Layout

Pin no. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Signal TP TX GND TP RX Res+ ResGND Ext Power Ext Power

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Battery

The battery pack is connected directly to the main board.

Wiring diagram - see drawing on page 46

Battery chemistry: NiMH Design: PTC - protected against short circuit Melt fuse - operating at 72 C NTC - temperature measurement The battery pack includes a circuit board with: * Diodes * Battery under voltage control - disconnects the battery from the electronics when the battery voltage is too low. This reduces the possibilities of reverse polarity. * ID chip - an EEPROM containing information about the battery pack (Remaining capacity, etc.) To get (read) correct remaining capacity, the battery must be fully charged before turning the transponder ON.

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Battery lifetime
Lithium battery Model Quiescent [days] cNODE Mini 34-30V Series and cNODE Mini 16-180 Series 60 1 ping per sec [Millions No. of replies] Cymbal Max: Low: Min: 0.04 0.4 0.7 High: 0.15

HPR 400: Max: 0.1 High: 0.35 Low: Min: cNODE Mini 34-180 Series and cNODE Mini 31-80V Series 60 Max: Low: Min: 0.6 0.75 0.07 0.5 0.7

Cymbal: High: 0.2

HPR 400: Max: 0.15 High: 0.45 Low: Min: 0.65 0.75

Transponder accessories
Battery charger
Outline dimensions (Width x Hight x Depth) Weight IP

(256 x 83 x 355) mm 2.9 kg 30

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Charge method: Constant current. Permit fast charge between 5 C and 40 C. Methods for detection of fully charged battery: Temperature rise (dT/dt), maximum temperature, maximum time (165 min). Trickle charge by pulse current. Charge the three battery strings (A, B, C) individually. It takes 2 hours and 45 minutes to recharge the battery from empty to fully recharged.
Refer to the status LEDs on the figure below

cNODE Power AC/DC unit

Maximum depth rating Housing material Housing coating Overall length Diameter housing with coating Weight in air / water Operation temperature 4000 m Anodised aluminium Polyurethane 309.2 mm 85 mm 3.2 kg/1.5 kg -5 to +55 C

Pin layout, refer to Pin out specification on page 21

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Pin out specification

Figure 6 cNODE Power AC/DC module pin out specification

(Cd32012)

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CONFIGURATION AND SETUP

This chapter describes the basic principles of operation. The transponder is designed for operation in water only. However, it may be operated in air for test purposes over a short period of time.
Topics Transponder set-up on page 22 How to configure the transponder on page 23 How to turn the transponder ON on page 23 How to turn the transponder OFF on page 24 Changing the transponder channel on page 24 Responder on page 25 Internal tilt sensor on page 25 External power on page 25 cNODE Power AC/DC module on page 26

Transponder set-up
The transponder configuration is preset by Kongsberg Maritime with: One unique serial number Two default channels. One channel for Cymbal One channel for HPR 400 Acoustic mode: Cymbal or HPR 400
To change acoustic mode or channels - see How to configure the transponder on page 23.

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How to configure the transponder

The transponder is configured by Kongsberg Maritime. The configuration may be altered if required. The procedure to perform alterations will depend on the HiPAP / HPR system in use. A transponder can operate with the following topside systems: HiPAP and the HPR 400 series. Altering the configuration is done by: Acoustic telemetry. HiPAP / HPR 400 system and TTC 30 Via serial line (transponder external connector) TTC 30 Download new transponder software is done by: Via serial line (transponder external connector) TTC 30
See TTC 30 Instruction Manual/TTC 30 Quick Reference Guide for more information.

How to turn the transponder ON

The ON/OFF switch has 4 positions. The transponder is only switched ON when the two marker dots are aligned. All other positions are OFF.
Refer to information on page Figure 5 on page 16.

Switch the unit ON. - Use a suitable screwdriver. Ensure the two marker dots are aligned.

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The unit will transmit bursts to indicate that it is activated.

Each time the transponder is switched ON it will be reset to the two default channels.

How to turn the transponder OFF

Note

The cNODE Mini must always be switched OFF when not in use. 1 Switch the unit OFF.

Changing the transponder channel

If required, the channel setting may be changed. This is done as follows: By acoustic telemetry from a HiPAP or HPR 400 system - in the transponder configuration program, or Via serial line/acoustic telemetry from TTC (change of default channel) For information about set-up of a transponder:
Refer to the APOS Instruction manual / APOS on-line help.

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Responder
cNODE will automatically change to responder mode if responder trigger signal is present. cNODE will change back to transponder mode if no new trigger signal is received within the next 30 seconds. Information about set-up of a responder:
Refer to the APOS Instruction manual / APOS on-line help.

Internal tilt sensor

+Y FWD FWD +X

Figure 7 Top view of the transponder to the left in this figure showing the FWD direction. FWD is marked with the two holes in the bottom end cap module.

External power
The transponder can be powered from an external power supply. Use always two (2) pins for Ext power, and two (2) pins for GND in the Signal connector
See page 15, cause of high power transmitting pulses.

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cNODE Power AC/DC Module

Cable layout for transponder with power module
SUBCONN MCBH6MAS SUBCONN MCBH6FAS

R OV

der pon rans To t

From

Signal connector Battery charger connector

Figure 8 Power AC/DC Module

(Cd32013)

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DEPLOYMENT AND OPERATION

Pre-deployment checks on page 27 Mounting on page 28 Deployment on page 28 Ready for operation on page 28 Operation on page 28 Positioning of a transponder on page 28 Recovery checks on page 28 Vent screw on page 29 Pressure relief valve on page 29 How to charge the battery on page 30 How to replace the battery pack on page 33 Battery storage on page 34

Pre-deployment checks
Before you deploy the transponder, you must: 1 2 Check that the battery contains sufficient power for the proposed operation. Before deployment, perform a visual inspection of the transponder. - The Vent screw and the Pressure relief valve must be closed. - The Charger connector must be fitted with a dummy plug. - The Signal connector must be fitted with an external cable or a dummy plug. Perform a functional check to ensure it will operate correctly once it has been positioned on the seabed. - Ensure the transponder replies to the correct interrogation frequency. Transponder on deck use TTC for cNODE transponders.

The functional check can be performed as follows:

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Transponder in water - use HiPAP or HPR 400 system. When checking, lower the transponder on a rope over the vessels side.
Refer to the APOS Instruction manual/APOS on-line help.

Mounting
The transponder may be secured to a subsea structure using mounting brackets.

Deployment
Caution During deployment prevent the transponder slamming against other solid objects. from

When you deploy the transponder: The unit must be positioned with the transducer upright. Ensure a clear line of sight between the transponders head and the ships transducer. The transponder requires brackets to hold the transponder securely in position.

Ready for operation

Once deployed, the transponder is ready for operation.

Operation
Refer to the APOS Instruction manual / APOS on-line help.

Recovery checks
1 2 3 After recovery switch the unit OFF. Wash the unit thoroughly in warm fresh water to dissolve any salt deposits and clean off any sand or silt. As an extra precaution, it is recommended that the unit is left to soak in fresh water to allow salt to dissolve and diffuse from hard-to-reach areas, such as crevices around O-rings, and between mating parts. - Leave the unit to soak for 24 hours, or as long as practical conditions allow.

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If a rechargeable unit is to be re-deployed imminently, put the unit on charge.

Vent screw
The vent screw is used when charging the battery, to prevent build-up of gases inside the cNODE Mini. The vent screw can be opened by hand, or use a suitable screwdriver.

Pressure relief valve

The ON/OFF switch also acts as a pressure relief valve. The ON/OFF switch has two dual O-rings and work as follows: One O-ring will seal only when the switch is pressed fully into its seat. The other O-ring will seal, even with the switch pushed approximately 2 mm outwards. If the switch rest in a not fully home position, or they feel springy when pushed in place, it means there is some over-pressure inside the cNODE Mini. If the pressure becomes too big, the valve will vent. When the pressure has been relieved, the switch can be pushed back into position.

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How to charge the battery

The battery is charged inside the cNODE Mini. This is connected with some risk, so please read the information below, and follow the charge procedure carefully.
Warning When you are charging the battery ensure the following: - Good ventilation and stable temperature. - The transponder is not covered. - No open fire, sparks or smoking in the area. Before you start charging

NiMH batteries can generate some hydrogen and oxygen gas, the amount depending on certain conditions. Most often this generation occurs during charging. To prevent build-up of gasses inside the cNODE Mini, there are 2 countermeasures. 1
Caution

Vent screw.

The vent screw must be open during charging.

a Unscrew the vent screw until you feel some resistance (a nylon washer is forced against a metal surface). The O-ring is now visible. b Hold the cNODE Mini in an upright position while you do this, so that any water droplets caught around the vent screw comes out, rather than going inside the cNODE Mini. c When the charging is complete - tighten the vent screw by hand only, until you feel a rather sudden resistance. (an internal axial O-ring hits a metal surface, compresses 0.3 mm, before 2 metal surfaces meet). The main flat circular surface of the end cap should now align with the edge of a semicircular groove that runs all around the vent screw. This is to visually confirm that the vent screw has been properly tightened.

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Safety valve - The ON/OFF switch also acts as a safety valve. a In case of a pressure build-up inside the cNODE Mini, the safety valve will pop open when the pressure reaches 0.1-0.2 bar. Under normal conditions this valve will never operate, as any gas build-up is released through the manually opened vent screw. Initialization (charger measures battery status) Fast charge (charge mode) Complete charge (Trickle charge battery fully charged) Error

Charge modes

Status LEDs

There are three status LEDs on the charger: A, B and C - for charging of the three battery strings (A, B, C) individually.

Charge procedure
1 2 Switch OFF the transponder. Climatize the transponder. - The battery must have a temperature between 5 C and 40 C. Recommended charging temperature is 25 C.

Note

Charging cold batteries (below 10 C) will give less capacity and shorter service life. 3 4 5 6 7 Manually vent the transponder - use the vent screw. Connect the charger plug to the cNODE Mini. Connect Power supply to mains (110 Vac or 220 Vac). Switch on the charger. - All status LEDs - constant orange light. The charging will start: Stage 1 - Charger measures the battery status (Initialization mode): All status LEDs - constant yellow light.

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If the battery temperature is out of range, (ref point 2 in this procedure), the charger will show error mode. * Status LED - flashing orange / green light.
-

Refer to the Action for Error mode below.

Stage 2 - Fast charge mode All status LEDs - constant orange light.
Caution Ensure that all (A, B, C) status LEDs show fast charge mode after a few seconds.

Fast charge - the charger will measure temperature, voltage and time during this mode. Stage 3 - Detection of fully charged battery:
-

All status LEDs - green light with yellow flash for 1 minute. Methods for detection of fully charged battery: - Temperature rise (dT/dt) - maximum time. When one of these criteria occur, the charger will stop the fast charge mode. - If the battery temperature reaches the maximum temperature (60 C), the charger will show error mode. * Status LED - flashing orange / green light.
Refer to the Action for Error mode below. Action for error mode:

a. b. c

Stop charging. Climatize the battery. Start charging again.

Ref to point 2 in the charge procedure on page 31

Stage 4 - Completely charged battery and trickle charge (Complete charge mode) All status LEDs - constant green light.

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Caution

Ensure that all (A, B, C) status LEDs show complete mode.

When the battery is fully charged, the charger will start trickle charge the battery.
Note

It is not recommended that the battery is trickle charged for a long time. It is better to start fast charge again to top the battery just before operation.

The transponder is now ready for operation!

8 9 10 Switch off the charger. Disconnect charger plug from the cNODE Mini transponder (external connector). Ensure that the ON / OFF switch and the vent screw are in closed position.

The recommended temperature range for long-term storage of the rechargeable battery cells is -20 degrees C to +35 degrees C*. Stored capacity decreases over time due to the selfdischarge of the rechargeable battery cells.

How to replace the battery pack

The battery is build into the chassis. To replace it, follow the procedure below: 1 2 3 Open the transponder.
Refer to page 19 for details.

Disconnect the battery connector. The connector is placed at the top of the battery. Pull the battery out. - The battery is fastened to the electronic chassis with double-faced tape. Assembly is the reverse of dismantling.

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Battery storage
Store the battery in a suitable environment if the unit is not to be re-deployed in the near future. The recommended temperature range for long-term storage of the rechargeable battery cells is -20 C to +30 C*. Stored capacity decreases over time due to the self-discharge of the rechargeable battery cells. Self-discharge is dependent on temperature and the higher the temperature the greater the self-discharge over time. Long-term storage has no permanent effect on capacity. Loss in capacity due to self-discharge is reversible.

*The relative humidity should be < 50%.

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MAINTENANCE
The following maintenance is normally required: Washing the unit. Lubrication of the external connector

Caution

Electronic devices can be destroyed by static electricity. It is therefore essential that full protection against static is practised by service engineers. Although the unit is resistant to mechanical vibration and shock, every effort must be made to avoid careless handling when the unit is in use or being transported.

Topics O-rings on page 36 Preventive maintenance on page 36 How to open the transponder on page 36 Replacement of the transducer on page 38 How to assemble the transponder on page 39 Lubrication of the subsea connectors on page 40 Related topics How to charge the battery on page 30 Testing the transponder on page 26 Drawings on page 43

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O-rings
Whenever the transponder is opened and the O-rings are exposed, precautions must be taken. This includes keeping the O-rings and mating surfaces free of dust and debris. If any of the mentioned surfaces is to be cleaned, it is important to use lintfree objects. Q-tips must never be used to clean areas anywhere near an O-ring. When inserting an O-ring, make sure the surface is clean, and that it is covered with a thin film of silicone grease.

Preventive maintenance
Preventive maintenance is limited to keeping the unit clean.
Caution Do not use high pressure water as this will damage the transducer face.

Remove all traces of salt and debris. Before any connectors are disconnected, ensure the surrounding areas are dry. Inspect the unit for damage at regular intervals. Pay particular attention to the transducer surface. This is manufactured of a synthetic rubber material, and can easily be damaged.

How to open the transponder

Before you open the unit:

1 2 3 4

Wash the unit thoroughly in fresh water, and dry off any moisture on the outside. Place the transponder horizontally on a flat, clean workbench, and support it so it cannot roll off. Disconnect any external cable. Turn OFF the transponder.

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Opening the unit:

The unit is held together by a lock cord inserted (see photo above) in a groove between the tube and the end cap / transducer. Access to the cord is via two clearly visible slots at either end of the transponder tube. The cord is inserted by hand, and it is removed by picking up the free end visible in one slot, and pushing the other end (visible in the other slot).
Caution Take care not to use sharp objects that can damage the anodized surface of the aluminium. Observe the 5 mm orientation peg at either end of the tube. When pulling apart, make sure to keep this orientation until parts are completely free from each other. Forceful twisting of the parts relative to each other while the internal parts are still mated, will damage the unit.

Caution

5 6

Remove the retaining cord between the end cap and the tube, as described above. Carefully pull the end cap from the unit. - There is a padding between the end cap and the battery, to secure the battery.

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Take care when replacing / removing the padding, to avoid damaging the cables.

The end cap is fitted with two guiding pins that fit into two holes in the electronic chassis.
See drawing on page 45

8 9

Remove the lock cord between the transducer and the tube, as described above. Pull the tube from the transducer. Support the transducer as it is withdrawn. - All internal parts are now clearly visible and accessible. Once the O-ring is clear of the housing, the transducer and electronics chassis may be removed.

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Replacement of the transducer

The transducer is a sealed unit and cannot be opened. If the unit is not working, the whole unit must be replaced. 1 Open the transponder.
Refer to page 36 for details.

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(Cd30111)

2 3
Note

Remove the transducer from the electronics chassis (2 fixing screws). Assembly is basically the reverse of dismantling.

The transducer part contains a matching transformer.

How to assemble the transponder

Before you start:

Inspect the O-rings and backup rings for damage. If in doubt, or if they have been used for more than one year, they should be replaced. Place the new bag of silica-gel desiccant into the housing to absorb any humidity that may have entered the unit while it was open. Ensure all surfaces, O-rings and backup rings are completely clean and then wipe a thin film of silica-gel over the rings and mating surfaces.

Caution

Ignoring these recommendations may result in flooding of the transponder unit. Assembling:

Assembly is the reverse of disassembly. Handling the O-rings:

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1 2 3 4

Check the condition of the rings and carry out any necessary replacements. Ensure the O-ring surfaces are clean and free from any dust, debris or old grease. Lightly grease the rings prior to assembly using Molykote 33 grease or similar. Re-fit the O-rings (see figure below).
Retaining cord

Transducer

End cap

(Cd6418)

2 O-rings

2 O-rings

Lubrication of the subsea connectors

The two 8-pin connectors should be kept free from grit and dirt. The manufacturer recommends lubricating the pins with: Molykote 44M silicone based grease. You must not use silicone based sprays like 5-55, WD-40 or similar. These will degrade the rubber fused around the metal pins.
Note

Use it sparingly; half a match-head dose per contact is adequate.

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SPARE PARTS
This chapter lists the parts and modules defined by Kongsberg Maritime as Line Replaceable Units (LRUs). The unit name and order number are given. Mounting components (such as nuts, bolts, washers etc.) have not been allocated order numbers as we regard these items as standard commercial parts available from retail outlets around the world.
See transponder availability and P/N in the Drawing file chapter on page 44

cNODE Mini 34 Series

Unit name Transponder main units Chassis w/circuit boards Housing coated (tube) Transducer Options Battery Battery pack NiMH Bottom units Bottom end cap Transponder maintenance kit cNODE Mini maintenance kit 351794 331957 290-220675 Transducer TD40V Transducer TD180 332186 333059 329992 599-220673 Unit P/N

cNODE Mini 31 Series

Unit name Transponder main units Chassis w/circuit boards Housing coated (tube) 329992 344472 Unit P/N

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Transducer Transducer TD80V Top section modules Depth sensor Battery Battery pack NiMH Bottom end cap modules Bottom end cap Transponder maintenance kit cNODE Mini maintenance kit 351794 349131 290-220675 344472 332186

cNODE Mini 16 Series

Unit name Transponder main units Chassis w/circuit boards Housing coated (tube) Battery Battery pack NiMH Transducers Transducer TD180LF Bottom end cap modules Bottom end cap Transponder maintenance kit cNODE Mini maintenance kit 351784 349131 334803 290-220675 354758 344472 Unit P/N

Transponder accessories
Unit name Transponder main units cNODE Power AC/DC module Battery charger
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DRAWING FILE
This chapter holds illustrations referred to in various sections in this manual. The illustrations are based on the original system drawings and wiring diagrams. Unless otherwise noted, all dimensions are in millimetres. The illustrations are not in scale. The original drawings are available in electronic format upon request.

Drawings
Drawing No. 329305 328364 351790 356189 351217 346097 830-220919 Rev. A A A A A A A Description cNODE Mini 34-40V transponder - outline dimensions cNODE Mini 34-40V transponder - internal layout cNODE Mini 34-180 transponder - outline dimensions cNODE Mini 31-80-D-St transponder - outline dimensions cNODE Mini 16-180-St transponder outline dimensions cNODE Power module outline dimensions Charger for cNODE Mini - outline dimensions Ref. on page 44 on page 45 on page 46 on page 47 on page 48 on page 49 on page 50

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cNODE Mini 34-40V transponder P/N 328364 - outline dimensions

Note: All measurements are in mm. The drawing is not in scale.

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Tube coated

cNODE Mini 34-40V transponder internal layout

Guiding pin (2) O-rings El-chassis

Lock cord End cap

End support for battery TD40V Lock cord O-rings

Battery pack

UV-plug dummy MCDC8M 8p

Note: All measurements are in mm. The drawing is not in scale.

UTB HV

UTB1

UV-plug dummy MCDC8F 8p

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cNODE Mini 34-180 transponder P/N 334307 - outline dimensions

Note: The drawing is not in scale.

Cd30211 Page 1 351790 Rev. A

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cNODE Mini 31-80V-D-St transponder P/N 354848

Note: All measurements are in mm. The drawing is not in scale.

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cNODE Mini 16-180-St transponder P/N 347310 - outline dimensions

Note: The drawing is not in scale.

Cd30207 Page 1 351217 Rev. A

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cNODE Power Module outline dimensions

Note: The drawing is not in scale.

Cd30210 Page 1 346097 Rev. A

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Charger for cNODE Mini - outline dimensions

Note: All measurements are in mm. The drawing is not in scale.

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INDEX
The next pages present the index of this manual.

A
Abbreviations, 1 About this m anual, 1 Altering the configuration, 23 APOS, 24, 25, 28 APOS Instruction m anual, 24, 25, 28 Assem bling, 39 Before you start, 39 External connectors, 16 External pow er, 25

F
Frequency band, 8 Frequency Shift Keying, 1 FSK, 1

B
Basic transpond er inform ation, 2 Battery Before you start charging, 30 Battery charger, 19 Battery connector, 33 Battery pack, 18 Battery storage, 34 Before you open the unit, 36

H
High Precision Acoustic Positioning, 1 HiPAP, 1 H ow to assem ble the transpond er, 35, 39 H ow to open the transpond er, 36 HPR, 1 H PR 400 series, 23 Hydroacoustic Position Reference, 1

C
Change of battery pack, 33 Change transpond er channel, 24 Changing the battery, 35 Channel setting, 24 Charge m od es, 31 Charge proced ure, 31 Charger for cN ODE Mini - outline d im ensions, 50 Charging the battery, 30 cN ODE Mini 16-180-St transpond er, 48 cN ODE Mini 31-80V-D-St transpond er, 47 cN ODE Mini 34-180 transpond er - outline d im ensions, 46 cN ODE Mini 34-40V transpond er - internal layout, 45 cN ODE Mini 34-40V transpond er - outline d im ensions, 44 Cym bal, 3 Id entification principles, 8 Im portant inform ation, 7 ind ex, 51

K
KM, 1

L
LBL, 1 Line Replaceable Units, 1 Lithium battery, 19 Long Base Line, 1 Long-term storage, 34 LRUs, 1 Lu brication of the subsea connectors, 40

D
Dam age, 36 Deploym ent, 28 D epth rating, 8 Draw ings, 43

M
Maintenance, 35 Manual content, 1 MF, 1 Mod el nam e, 8 Mod el num ber, 8 Molykote 33 m ed ium , 40 Mounting, 28

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N
N/A, 1 N iMH battery, 3, 7

ROV, 1

S O
Self-d ischarge, 34 Source level, 15 Spare parts, 41 SSBL, 1 Static electricity, 35 Status LEDs, 31 Super-Short Base Line, 1 Sw itch the unit on, 23, 24

On-line help , 24, 25, 28 Opening the unit, 37 Operation, 28 Options, 8 O-ring, 38, 39 O-rings, 36

P
Phase Shift Keying, 1 Pin out specification, 21 Pow er supply, 12 Pre-d eploym ent checks, 27 Pressure relief valve, 29 Preventive m aintenance, 36

T
Technical specifications, 9 Transd ucer, 28 Transd ucer beam w id th, 3, 4, 8 Transd ucer TD40V, 41 Transd ucers, 3 Transpond er d esign, 3 Transpond er m od el, 8 Transpond er set-up, 22

R
Receiver sensitivity, 15 Recovery checks, 28 Related m anuals APOS Instruction manual, 28 Relative hum id ity, 34 Remotely Operated Vehicle, 1 Replacem ent of the transd ucer, 38 Respond er, 11, 25 Respond er trigger signal, 11

U
Universal Transponder Board, 1 Universal Transponder Board High Voltage, 1 UTB, 1 UTB_HV, 1

V
Vent screw , 29

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