Instruction manual

TTC 30 and TTC 10 Transponder Test and Configuration unit

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Transponder Test and Configuration unit Instruction Manual

Document history
Rev B Date 27.01.2012 Written by IJG Checked by HAA Approved by SER

Updated the manual with information about TTC 10.

Copyright
2012 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 endeavors 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, HAIN and ACS: Phone 24 hour: +47 992 03 808 E-mail: km.support.hpr@kongsberg.com
Kongsberg Maritime AS
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Contents
1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................1 Registered Trademark ................................................................................................1 Manual content ...........................................................................................................1 Abbreviations .............................................................................................................1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................2 TTC Units...................................................................................................................2 Acoustic test ................................................................................................... 3 Configuration .................................................................................................. 4 Power supply .................................................................................................. 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................5 TTC ............................................................................................................................5 Common specifications for TTC .................................................................... 5 TTC 30 ............................................................................................................ 5 TTC 10 ............................................................................................................ 6 Test Transducer ..........................................................................................................6 Serial Line cable .........................................................................................................6 Mains Power cable .....................................................................................................6 OPERATION............................................................................................................7 TTC Front panel .........................................................................................................7 Turning unit ON and OFF ..........................................................................................8 Turning unit ON ............................................................................................. 8 Turning unit OFF ............................................................................................ 9 TTC Main menu .......................................................................................................10 APOS/TTC Switch button ............................................................................ 11 TTC menu help button .................................................................................. 11 APOS Menu .............................................................................................................12 APOS Online help ........................................................................................ 12 Acoustic test .............................................................................................................13 Transponder configuration .......................................................................................13 Establish connection with TP ....................................................................... 13 New configuration ........................................................................................ 14 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................15 TTC unit ...................................................................................................................15

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Charging the battery .................................................................................................16 Service/Repairs ........................................................................................................17 6 SPARE PARTS.......................................................................................................18 Units .........................................................................................................................18 Test transducer .........................................................................................................18 Cables .......................................................................................................................18 DRAWING FILE ...................................................................................................19 Drawings ..................................................................................................................19 Outline drawing TTC unit ......................................................................... 20 Outline drawing - Test Transducer ............................................................... 21 INDEX .....................................................................................................................22

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About this manual

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This is the Instruction manual for the Transponder Test and Configuration unit (TTC) for cNODE and MPT/SPT/MST transponders.

Registered Trademark
cNODE is a registered trademark, or trademark of Kongsberg Maritime in Norway and/or other countries.

Manual content
The manual contains descriptions, specifications, procedures, spare parts, outline drawings and illustrations on how to operate the TTC.

Abbreviations
APOS IP KM LF MF TTC TP Acoustic Position Operator Station Ingress Protection Kongsberg Maritime Low frequency Medium frequency Transponder Test & Configuration Transponder

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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
This chapter gives an overall description of the TTC for cNODE and MPT/SPT/MST transponders.
Topics TTC Unit on page 2 Acoustic Test on page 3 Configuration on page 4 Power supply on page 4

TTC Units
The TTC unit is used for on-deck acoustic testing and configuration of the cNODE and MPT/SPT/MST transponders. Two models are available: TTC 30 (medium frequency) The TTC 30 is designed to test and configure all medium frequency (MF) transponders TTC 10 (low frequency) TTC 10 is designed to test and configure all low frequency (LF) transponders The TTC units can test all KM transponder channels including the latest Cymbal acoustic protocols. It can also test telemetry transponders with internal and external sensors. The TTC unit is a touch screen/trackball operated transponder tester set in a splash-proof portable case with carrying handle and shoulder strap. It has an internal rechargeable battery.
See the outline dimensions of the TTC case in Drawing file on page 19.

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Figure 1 TTC Portable case

See chapter Operation on page 7 for more information about how to operate the TTC.

The unit comes with: Test Transducer Serial Line Cable Mains cable

Acoustic test
The test transducer is used for acoustic test. The TTC communicates with transponder through the transducer. Acoustic test includes interrogation, read/set transponder parameters and reading internal and external transponder sensors.
See Test transducer outline dimensions in Drawing file on page 19.

Figure 2 Test Transducer

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Configuration
The serial line cable connects a transponder to the TTC and is used for transponder configuration such as changing acoustic mode and default channels and SW download.

Figure 3 Serial line cable

Power supply
Mains power cable is used to connect the TTC to a standard 115/230 Vac mains supply to recharge the internal battery.

Figure 4 Mains power cable

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
This chapter lists the main technical specification for the TTC.
Topics Common specifications for TTC on page 5 TTC 30 on page 5 TTC 10 on page 5 Test Transducer on page 6 Serial Line cable on page 6 Mains Power cable on page 6

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Common specifications for TTC
Case information

Case dimensions: Weight: Degree of protection:

386 mm x 488 mm x 185 mm approximately 19.5 kg IP54

Outline dimensions - see drawing in the Drawing file chapter on page 19. Electrical details

Input voltage:
Environmental conditions

100 to 240 Vac (47 to 63 Hz)

Operation (in water) temperature: Storage temperature:

Batteries

-5 to + 55 C -30 to +70 C

Type of cells: Battery lifetime:

Lead/Acid approximately 3 hours

TTC 30
Operating frequency:
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TTC 10
Operating frequency: Low frequency (LF)

Test Transducer
Length: 2.5 m

Outline dimensions - see drawing in the Drawing file chapter on page 19.

Serial Line cable

Length: 5m

Outline dimensions - see drawing in the Drawing file chapter on page 19.

Mains Power cable

Length: Approx. 2 m

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OPERATION
This chapter describes how to start using the TTC unit
Topics TTC Front panel on page 7 Turning unit ON and OFF on page 8 TTC Main menu on page Acoustic test on page 10 Transponder Configuration on page 13 New configuration on page 14

TTC Front panel

A L K K M

B C D

- +

G H
(Cd30206)

I
Figure 5 TTC Front panel

The touch screen is mostly used when performing Acoustic test and Transponder configuration. All other connections and buttons are explained below: A Connector (with protection cap) for Serial line. For service personnel only. (For program downloads and configuration purposes). Connector (with protection cap) for Dunking transducer cable.
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Connectors for USB and LAN. For service personnel only. (Connection to network and possible APOS/PC program download via USB.) - Placed behind a waterproofed cover. Turn the pegs to lift cover. Power ON/OFF switch. Trackball - used to position the cursor on the screen. Left button: Used to click on buttons, operate menus and select displayed symbols. Right button: Used to display menus and pop-up windows.

D G

H I J

Stand-by wake up, with two LEDs indicating status. Display light (-/+) adjustment. Power connector - male 3-pins connector for the mains cable. - This cable (see L) is used to connect the TTC to a standard 230 Vac mains supply, to recharge the internal battery. Gas lift springs. Battery charge cable in lid folder - supplied with the unit. Battery status indicator. The battery should last for approx. 3 hours of continual use.

K L M

Turning unit ON and OFF

Turning unit ON

1 2

Disconnect the TTC power cable from charging station. Place the TTC in a suitable location.

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3 4

Open the TTC case by pressing the handle knobs and pull the handles up. Turn on the main power switch ON in order to start the PC program (starting up the system will take approx. 1.5 minutes). - Help button is located in the TTC menu on the screen.
See TTC Main menu on page 10 for more information.

Turning unit OFF

1 Switch ON/OFF button (D) to OFF position.
For information about how to charge the battery, see Charging the battery on page 16.

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TTC Main menu

Figure 6 TTC Main menu The main menu (see Figure 6) contains the following sub menus: Acoustic Test Transponder Configuration Software Download Sensor Configuration Options

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APOS/TTC Switch button

Figure 7 APOS/TTC Switch button The APOS/TTC button is located in the top right corner of the TTC screen. Select this button to switch between the APOS menu and the TTC menu.

TTC menu help button

Figure 8 Help button This Help button is located on every page in the TTC menu. The Help menu will provide relevant information about the current operation.

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APOS Menu

Figure 9 APOS Menu The main APOS menu is shown in Figure 9 with an on-thescreen keyboard make the operation easier.
See APOS Online Help on page 12 for more information about APOS operation.

APOS Online help

Figure 10 APOS Online help The APOS Online help button is located on the right hand side toolbar on the top of the page. 1
12

Select Help on the toolbar.

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2 3

Select Help from the dropdown menu. APOS Online help will appear on the screen.

Acoustic test
1 2 3 Connect the dunking transducer cable to the upper right connector (B). Place the Test transducer (Y) face to face with the transponder. Communication between the TTC and the transponder may easily be tested by selecting the ACOUSTIC TEST tab enter S/N Transponder channel No. INTERROGATE. A green lamp will blink on the display if there is acoustic contact with transponder. Press INTERROGATE button again to stop ACOUSTIC TEST. To set TTC POWER use left/right arrows to choose power level press SET to confirm your selection.

4 5 6

Note

The test transducer is connected for communication in air so ensure that limit output Transmitter power is set to LOW.

Transponder configuration
Establish connection with TP
1 Connect the Serial line cable to the upper left connector (A) on TTC and the other connector to the bottom of the transponder (X). Select TRANSPONDER CONFIGURATION tab in the main menu. The TTC will automatically update TP information when connected. The TTC is ready for configuration when GREEN line is visible. - If the line is red and no contact is made with the TP check all cables and try again.

2 3 4

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New configuration
1 2 3 Press buttons on the right hand side of the screen to change TP info. Press DOWNLOAD NEW CONFIGURATION to update TP. New TP info will appear on left hand side of screen. - If DOWNLOAD NEW CONFIGURATION is unsuccessful a red box will appear on right hand side with message 'Download config failed' check all cables and try again.

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MAINTENANCE
Kongsberg Maritime accepts no responsibility for any damage or injury to the system or personnel caused by drawings, instructions and procedures not prepared by Kongsberg Maritime. Neither Kongsberg Maritime nor our dealers will accept responsibility for damage or injury to the system or personnel resulting from incorrect maintenance performed on the system.

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Topics TTC unit on page 15 Charging the battery on page 16 Service/repairs on page 17

TTC unit
Maintenance will primarily be keeping the unit clean and charging the battery. Clean the unit and charge the battery at least every 12 months. To keep the unit clean, use: Soft lint-free cloth Bucket Mild liquid detergent Wet the cloth, then wring as much of the water out as possible.
Note

Use only a damp cloth - so there is no possibility of water dripping into the unit.

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Charging the battery

During operation:

If the TTC battery indicator indicates LOW power connect the charging cable.
Charging options:

A Switch the unit off during charging and then switch it on again when you are going to use it. B Leave the TTC switched on during charging.
To start charging:

Mains cable is stored in the lid folder. 1 Connect the cable to the Power connector at the front of the TTC.

Figure 11 Mains power connector is located at the front of the unit on the left hand side.

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Note

Use the mains cable supplied with the system. 2 Connect the other end of the cable into a 115/230 Vac mains supply. - It is important that the battery is fully charged when the TTC is stored. It must be recharged at least every 12 months.

Service/Repairs
If the unit for some reason should stop working, then DO NOT try to repair the unit yourself. Service/Repairs should ONLY be done by qualified KM Service personnel. The unit must be sent back to KM office for service/repairs.

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SPARE PARTS
This chapter lists the parts and modules defined by Kongsberg Maritime as Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).
Topics Units on page 18 Test transducer on page 18 Cables on page 18

Units
KM P/N 345775 364845 Units TTC 30 TTC 10 Type Transponder Test and Configuration Transponder Test and Configuration Comments Medium frequency Low frequency

Note

The unit comes with Test Transducer, Serial Line Cable and Mains cable.

Test transducer
KM P/N 312-219822 Units Test Transducer Type Dunking Transducer Comments

Cables
KM P/N 355047 368036 Units Test cable TTC Mains cable Type Serial line cable Supplied with the TTC unit Comments

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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. The original drawings are available in electronic format on request.

Drawings
Draw. No.
Cd302025 Cd30202a

Rev.
A A

Description
Outline drawing TTC Outline drawing Test Transducer

Ref.
on page 20 on page 21

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Outline drawing TTC unit

488

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

20

386

185

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Outline drawing - Test Transducer

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.

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A
Abbreviations, 1 Acoustic test, 3, 13 APOS Menu, 12 APOS Online help, 12 APOS/TTC Switch button, 11 Power supply, 4 Operation, 7

B
Batteries, 5 Serial line cable, 4 Serial Line cable, 6 Service/Repairs, 17 Spare parts, 18 System description, 2

C
Cables, 18 Charging options, 16 Charging the battery, 16 Common specifications for TTC, 5 Configuration, 4

T
Technical specifications, 5 Test transducer, 18

D
Drawing file, 19 Drawings, 19

Test Transducer, 3, 6 To start charging, 16 Transponder configuration, 13 TTC 10, 2, 6 TTC 30, 5 TTC Front panel, 7 TTC Main menu, 10 TTC menu help button, 11 TTC unit, 15 TTC Units, 2

E
Electrical details, 5 Environmental conditions, 5 Establish connection with TP, 13

M
Mains power cable, 4 Mains Power cable, 6 Maintenance, 15 Manual content, 1

Turning unit OFF, 9 Turning unit ON, 8

U
Units, 18

N
New configuration, 14

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TTC 30 and TTC 10 - Transponder Test and Configuration unit Instruction manual

TTC 30 and TTC 10 - Transponder Test and Configuration unit Instruction manual