Seafloor EchoBoat-240 Boat User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Seafloor
Table of Contents
EchoBoat-240 Boat
SeafloorTM
Uncrewed Survey Vessel
EchoBoat-240 TM
User Manual
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Table of Contents:
3 …………………………………………………Introduction 4…………………………………………………Safety and
Specifications 5 ………………………………………………… Maintenance 7…………………………………………………Battery
Safety 10 …………………………………………………..Battery Specifications 12 ………………………………………………….
Battery Charging 14……………………………………………….Prelaunch Information
15……………………………………………….EchoBoat-240 Setup/Operations 17……………………………………………….Remote
Overview 19……………………………………………….USB Voltmeter 21……………………………………………….Mission
Planner 26 ………………………………………………HYPACK 30 ………………………………………………SmartCast 37
………………………………………………Remote Pairing 40………………………………………………Remote Calibration
41……………………………………………….AutoNav Calibration 44………………………………………………ESC Calibration
45………………………………………………Warranty Information
46………………………………………………Change of Record
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TM EchoBoat-240 TM
Uncrewed Survey Vessel Thank you for your recent purchase of the Seafloor
EchoBoat-240 Uncrewed Survey Vessel or “USV”. EchoBoat-240TM allows users to
integrate robust equipment payloads and obtain professional-grade survey
results remotely. It is ideal for launching from a trailer or cart in areas
where a manned boat is not feasible. Live props reduce weed entanglement, and
the SVP is encapsulated in the bow. The wave-piercing hull was designed to
efficiently collect data and save time in the field. It can also be lowered
via davit from a survey boat to be used as a force multiplier, working
alongside the main vessel.
The EchoBoat-240’s multi-payload ability makes owning and operating this
remote control survey vessel convenient to all in the Hydrographic Community.
Parts List
1
5
Number
1 2 3 4 5 6 Tools List
2
3
4
Description
EchoBoat-240 Fast Charger Shore Side Antenna
Shore Side POE w/10′ ethernet cable Transmitter w/USB cable charger Long Range
Module w/Battery and Charger
1
1
Hatch Wrench
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QTY 1 1 1 1 1 1
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EchoBoat-240 Safety and Cautions
Always practice caution when working with electricity in water by avoiding
exposed wires and electrical circuits. Keep body parts away from the props to
avoid injury.
When shutting down, always power down the boat using the main power switch
before shutting down the remote control. Again, it is recommended to shut down
the remote control last when powering down to reduce potential loss of
control.
Do not operate the thrusters for an extended period outside of the water. The
motors are cooled by the water.
The thrusters can handle saltwater and sandy environments, however, to avoid
damage, refrain from sucking debris into the thruster by avoiding plants,
weeds, and other aquatic debris.
When powering on the EchoBoat-240, always turn on the remote control unit
before powering on the boat. Failure to do so could cause the receiver on the
boat to not detect a controller signal, and unexpectedly enter a fail-safe
mode.
Improperly installed instruments can cause water ingress. Never try to operate
the EchoBoat240 without properly installed instruments verified by Seafloor
Systems.
EchoBoat-240 Specifications
· Vessel weight 350lbs · Survey speed 1m/s (1.94knots) · Max speed 2.06m/s
(4knots)
Survey speed endurance is 10hrs with T50 at full power
6hrs at max speed with T50 at full power · Cargo capacity 150lbs · Impact
resistant HDPE · Length 8 ft. (2.4m) · Width 3ft (.91m)
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IMPORTANT EchoBoat-240 Limitations To limit potential damage to the
EchoBoat-240, Seafloor Systems doesn’t recommend using the USV in the
following conditions. · Above Sea State 3 · Operational Air Temperature Range:
14 113F (-10 45C) Batteries · Operational Water Temp Range: 28.4 96.8F
(-2 36C) T50 Transducers · Range: 2km Line of Sight Maximum (Greater than
2km without advanced Comms kit) · Survey Duration: See Battery Chart · Lithium
Batteries: Minimum voltage is 21V DO NOT DISCHARGE BELOW 21V.
Battery shuts down at 21V. · Towing: Advised to avoid towing for safety. If
towed, keep speed below 5 knots and
mount tow rope high on towing vessel. · Charging: On land only. No protections
for on water charging.
· Weather Conditions: Do not use USV in adverse weather. Thunderstorms,
lightning hurricanes, monsoons, extreme heat, strong current, strong winds,
heavy rain, etc.
IMPORTANT EchoBoat-240 Maintenance · Monthly:
o Lube deck hatch seals with O-Ring grease o Trailer:
Tire pressure Check bolts are tight Check bearings are greased
· Add grease as needed
· Yearly: Change water filter
IMPORTANT EchoBoat-240 Storage
· Store indoors with all hatches open to air out · Battery storage charge
range 22.6-24.2V · EchoBoat Payload is dry
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IMPORTANT EchoBoat-240 After Each Use · Inspect for leaks · Full freshwater wash down. Do NOT directly spray main hatch seal. Do NOT pressure wash sonar components. · Dry out and let air out with hatches open, if able. · Re-wind SmartCast rope
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Battery Safety
Torqeedo Battery Safety
DANGER
This symbol warns about risks of injury to yourself and others.
The product is designed to operate safely and reliably as long as it is used according to the operating manual. Please read this manual carefully before starting the battery. Non-com-pliance with these instructions may cause property damage and/or bodily injury. Torqeedo assumes no liability for damage caused by any activities contrary to the present operating manual.
To ensure safe operation of the battery:
· Before every use, check the condition and functionality of the battery. ·
Only let adults run the battery who have been instructed on operation of the
latter. · In case you don`t use the battery with Torqeedo products and cable
sets, please
use suitable cable cross-sections for connecting the equipment (risk of fire).
· Torqeedo cable sets always contain a main switch and suitable fuse. In case
you should not use Torqeedo cable sets for electrical installation, always use
a main battery switch approved for switching current and equipped with a fuse.
· Voltages of up to 60 V may occur on contacts. Avoid contact with hands. ·
Even though Power 24-3500 meets requirements of IP 67 protection class
(protection against temporary immersion in water), it should not be exposed to
long-term moi-sture or placed in water in order to prevent risks of short-
circuits in case of untight housings. · Secure Power 24-3500 to prevent
slipping and tilting. Only mount battery in a horizon-tal position, grips
directed upwards. · Before the first use, charge the battery completely in
order to calibrate the charge level readout. · The Torqeedo Power 24-3500 can
only be stacked for storage, it must not be stacked in operation. · When
connecting more than one Power 24-3500 battery to form a battery bank:
o Batteries connected in series and in parallel must imperatively have the
same state of charge. Thus only use same type of batteries for interconnection
(same capacity, age, manufacturer and state of charge) and fully charge every
battery separately with the charger before their interconnection. Differences
in state of charge may induce extre-mely high compensating currents
overcharging cables and connectors or the battery itself. In extreme cases
even fire or injury may be the result.
o Incorrect interconnection of lithium batteries induces much higher short
circuit cur-rents than it is the case for lead batteries. Although Power
24-3500 is protected against high compensating currents, we urge you to have
interconnection of multiple Power 3500 batteries performed by specialized
staff.
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· Never open battery housing. Protect battery against mechanical damage. In
case battery housing has been damaged: – Neither use nor charge battery any
more. There is a risk of fire. – In case any electrolytes should leak from
damaged battery, avoid skin contact and direct inhalation of gases. In case
your skin or eyes have come into direct contact with electrolytes leaking from
the battery, rinse them thoroughly with clear water. Immedi-ately contact a
doctor. Contact Torqeedo service center for information upon disposal of the
damaged battery.
· Absolutely avoid wearing metallic jewelry when working on or staying beside
bat-teries. Do not place metallic tools on the batteries either as this may
induce court-circuits. Only use insulated tools.
· Only charge battery on a non-flammable surface under supervision of an
adult. · Only charge battery at ambient temperatures of between 0°C and 45°C /
32°F
and 113°F. · Keep battery away from fire. · Please note that since 2009,
lithium batteries with a capacity of >100 Wh may
no longer be carried as luggage in passenger planes. This battery exceeds said
threshold and may therefore neither be transported as hand luggage nor in the
hold of passen-ger planes. · Battery is declared as hazardous good according
to UN Class 9. In case of transpor-tation of the product by transportation
companies, original packaging must be used. Private transport is not affected
by this ruling. In case of private transport, make sure that battery housing
is not damaged. · For the event that shipping should become necessary at a
later moment, keeping of original packing is recommended. · Beside these
selected warnings, please observe complete operating manual. · The battery may
be transported only while disconnected from the power supply. The battery can
either be switched off manually for that purpose or will switch off automa-
tically within 48 hours after use.
· Make sure to check the charge status of the battery regularly during long-
term
sto-rage. Recharge if necessary.
WATCH OUT
This symbol warns about possible risks of damage caused to or injuries caused
by the battery.
In the following, please find a selection of the most important instructions
for operation of Power 24-3500 battery. Beside these, please also observe
complete operating manual to prevent any damage to the battery.
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· Only use equipment that does not draw more than 180 amps from one battery
(at nominal voltage corresponding to 4,660 watts). In case of batteries
connected in parallel you may draw 180 amps from each connected battery (in
case of 2 batteries connected in parallel, this corresponds to a withdrawal of
360 amps or 9,320 watts). Higher con-sumption will trigger the electronic
fuse. After elimination of overload, battery may be switched on again.
· Insure correct polarity when connecting equipment and chargers. · You will
extend battery`s service life if you do neither expose it directly to the sun
nor to high ambient temperatures longer than necessary. When stored for a
longer period of time, battery should have a residual charge of 20-40 %.
Regularly check voltage so that it is always higher than 21 V in order to
prevent total discharge. Drawing on page 52 will help you to precisely define
your checking intervals. · Ideal battery storage temperature is between 5° and
15°C / 41°F and 59°F.
Information
Identification and technical data
Please find type plate exhibiting complete product description at the spot
shown in the figure.
Date of inspection or disposal
Serial Number
Battery identification code (stored in the battery electronics)
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Technical data General characteristics
Capacity Nominal voltage Final charging voltage Final discharging voltage
Nominal charge Maximum discharge rate (A) Maximum discharge power (W) Weight
Dimensions
Volume Battery chemistry
Benchmark information
Energy density (Weight) Energy density (Volume) Power density (Weight) Power
density (Volume)
Lifetime data
Cycle lifetime
Average capacity loss per year
Usage information
Cell operating temperature Cell charging temperature Storage temperature
Typical storage time at 50% charge Max. Connections
Max. quick charge Protection class
3,507 Wh 25.2 V 29.05 V 21.0 V 139.2 Ah 180 A 4,660 W 25.3 kg / 55.8 lbs 577.5
x 218.5 x 253.5 mm / 22.7 x 10 x 8.6 inches
32 l Li-NCA
Reversible protected mode Reversible protected mode
Safety function, not a starter battery
138 Wh/kg / 63 Wh/lbs 110 Wh/l 180 W/kg / 81.8 W/lbs 141 W/l
800 cycles at 100% deep discharge at 25 °C / 800 cycles at Results in approx. 25 % capacity loss 100% deep discharge at 77 °F
Ca. 4% at 25 °C ambient temperature /Ca. 4% at 77 °F ambient temperature
Depending on utilization and environmental temperature
-20 °C to +65 °C / -4 °F to +149 °F 0 °C to +45 °C / 32 °F to +113 °F -30 °C to +55 °C / -30 °F to +131 °F 1 year
2S8P or 1S16P
100 A IP 67
For larger battery banks refer to Torqeedo
Charging time < 1.2 hours Waterproof, can be submerged up to 1 meter for 30
minutes without damage
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Battery composition
Number of cells Cell housing Capacity per cell Nominal voltage per cell Cell
connection
336 Steel cylinder safety cell 2.875 Ah 3.6 V 7s48p
Battery management system and safety
On-Off switch
Yes
Cell-Balancing
Yes
High current and short circuit protection
Yes
Deep discharge protection
Yes
Protection against incorrect charging
Yes
Protection against wrong polarity connection
Yes
Individual cell voltage monitoring
Yes
Current Interruption Device for each cell
Yes
Safety vent for each cell Cell temperature monitoring PCB temperature
monitoring Automatic shutdown in case of submersion of the batterie
Information system
Interface Electronic battery identification
Yes Yes Yes Yes
RS485 Yes
Data logging
Yes
Increases the lifetime of the battery 4 level safety cut-off mechanism to pro-
tect against short circuit and overcurrent Cutoff at < 18,9 V Charge
protection at < 16 V 3 protection levels against overcharging
Important for connection of multiple batteries into battery banks Important
for warranty information
Reversible protected mode* Some values are secured, as indicated, via a
reversible protected mode. When operated beyond given value range, battery
switches off automatically. This is not a malfunction. As soon as values are
again within given range, battery may be turned on again. It will then be
fully operable again.
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Torqeedo Charging
Charging via charging channel
General remarks
· Only use chargers approved by Torqeedo. · Do not use any third party
chargers, especially no chargers for lead-gel or AGM batteries.
· Only charge battery on a non-flammable floor under supervision of an adult.
· Only charge battery at ambient temperatures of between 0°C and 45°C / 32°F
and 113°F.
· During charging process protect battery from water contact. · Note
instructions in charger operating manual.
· In case you don`t succeed in recharging a totally discharged battery, take
battery and charger to Torqeedo service for inspection.
Connecting charger to Power 24-3500
· Turn off T50, Inverter, PC, and Aux switches · Connect charger connector to
EchoBoat charging connector. · Connect charger to the wall socket. · Charging
process will now start and end automatically as soon as battery will have
been fully charged.
· During installation make sure that all of equipment has been switched off.
· Avoid contact between the two ring eyes. · Connect charger with correct
polarity. · Only plug charger into wall socket after it has been connected to
battery. · Observe instructions in charger operating manual.
In case of excess heating of battery or charger (for instance due to exposure
to the sun), charging time may increase.
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negative lead (black)
Charger
positive lead (red)
Charging operation for batteries connected in parallel
Torqeedo recommends use of one charger per battery. However, one charger may
be used for two batteries connected in parallel. Charging time will be twice
as long.
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TM
TARANIS X7 Controller
AutoNav
EchoBoat-240TM
Up: Manual Mode
Down: Auto Mode
QuickCast Control
Clockwise: Deploy
Counterclockwise: Recover
Loiter
Up: On
Arming Safety
Down: Off
Switch
AutoNav Up: Arm Down: Disarm
Cooling Pump Up: On Down: Off
Alarm Volume Clockwise: Up Counterclockwise: Down
Forward
Left
Right
Power ON/OFF
Reverse
Start Up
1 Center all switches and joysticks.
2 Hold Power button until all four loading process dots appear on the screen.
3 If “Switch Warning” appears, ensure all switches are turned off or centered
(Winch Knob center), auto switch is set to Manual and arming is set to Disarm.
Arm EchoBoat-240TM
1 To arm EchoBoat’s AutoNav, toggle arming switch to Arm then hold Arming
Toggle Switch up for 3 seconds. You will hear the EchoBoat AutoNav chime when
arming is complete.
2 To Disarm, switch the Arm switch to Disarm and hold arming safety switch for
3 seconds. The AutoNav will chime when disarmed.
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Optional Long Range Module 1 Install R9M with antenna on the back side of the remote. 2 Plug in external 2s battery to the R9M.
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Powering On EchoBoat-240
Power on the remote-control. Ensure the remote-control battery is fully
charged. Power on the Echoboat by pressing the main power button. Arm the
AutoNav shown on the previous page.
Testing Thruster
Before launching the EchoBoat-240 check the thrusters for proper operation.
These thrusters are cooled by water. Do not run thrusters for more than a few
seconds out of the water.
Refer to propulsion system calibration procedures (On Pg# 44) if you notice
the thrusters are not spinning evenly, or if the propulsion system does not
operate as outlined in the test below.
Perform these tests if you think you are experiencing a loss of power from
one thruster.
Forward Thrust Test: While holding a piece of paper approximately 6 inches aft
of each thruster, slowly push joystick(s) straight forward. The paper should
be pushed away from the thrusters, that is, the thrusters blow air aft of the
boat. This indicates forward thrust of the boat.
Reverse Thrust Test: While holding a piece of paper approximately 6 inches aft
of each thruster, slowly pull joystick(s) straight backwards. The paper should
be pulled toward the thrusters, that is, thrusters blow air toward bow of
boat. This indicates reverse thrust of the boat.
Launching and Retrieving the EchoBoat-240 Before launching the EchoBoat-240,
ensure the bow hatch is secure.
Power up the EchoBoat-240 (Refer to Pg #15)
Check that the remote-control joysticks are in the center position prior to
launching the EchoBoat-240
The EchoBoat-240 should be launched stern first. This will protect the thrusters from accidental grounding and possible damage.
Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the way the EchoBoat-240 responds to the
controls before deploying in moving water. When the EchoBoat-240 is traveling
away from you it will respond to control signals as expected. When the
EchoBoat-240 is inbound (traveling toward you) the controls will be the same
but can cause confusion.
Please practice in calm water, close to shore until you are familiar with how
the controls
respond when the EchoBoat-240 is traveling towards you and away from you.
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EchoBoat 240 Setup/Operations
I. Action items while in storage or prior to transit from storage
Battery banks charged o Payload charger can charge 100-240VAC.
Remote control battery charged/operational o USB Charger port on the bottom of
the transmitter. o Long range battery charged
Sensor installation prior to deployment (Dry)
Wifi Antenna GPS Antenna T50 Projector (mounted on standoff) T50 Receiver
INS-20 IMU AML 1 Ensure that all communication/power couplings to sensors are
properly lubricated and connected prior to deployment
III. Component power up procedures prior to deployment (Dry)
SWITCH ON Transmitter SWITCH ON Payload power via main Torqeedo button SWITCH
ON Inverter SWITCH ON T50-R power
IV. Remote Desktop connection and software initialization (Dry) Connect to on-
board PC with host PC/laptop using Remote Desktop app
Configure host PC/laptop network properties as follows: Internet Protocol
Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) IP Address: 192.168.1.4 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
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Remote Desktop IP 192.168.1.8 Once network connection established, user will
be prompted to enter log
in information
Username: EchoBoat Password: Seafloor (case sensitive)
Open Mission Planner (autopilot) o COM x 115,200 baud rate
Open Microsoft Camera App Open Seafloor Smartcast App
o Com x baud rate 57600 Remote Control configuration (Dry)
Arm AutoNav Check thrusters and servos respond
Deploy EchoBoat-240 (Wet)
Launch EchoBoat Activate water pump Transit to mapping site
When all mapping is complete and all associated software closed, power down PC with Windows shut down procedure
VII. EchoBoat recovery
Turn off T50 transmit power before removing from water. Once secured on
trailer turn off T50-R Power off EchoBoat-240 by holding Torqeedo Power button
until red
LED ring lights up Turn off transmitter
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USB Voltmeter
1. Navigate to the desktop of the PC. 2. Double-click on the USB Voltmeter
program; the following box will open on
your screen. Next, you will go to the windows search bar in the bottom left of
your screen type in “Device Manager” and open it.
3. Navigate to “Ports (COM & LPT)” and look for a COM port labeled “USB
Serial Device”. Enter this number into the USB Voltmeter program in the bottom
left of the box.
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Flight Plan
1. Click FLIGHT PLAN in Mission Planner on the control bar.
2. Find your survey area on the satellite map.
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3. Right click Draw Polygon (Newer versions of Mission Planner have removed
it and is now the Polygon that is circled on the top far left. Click to
enable, click again to disable)
a. Click Add Polygon (click OK through prompt)
b. Draw your survey area
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4. Right click a. Click Auto WP b. Click SimpleGrid
c. Under subcategory “Display”, uncheck boxes for Internals and Markers (while
this is not a necessary step, it helps to keep the grid space visuals
cleaner).
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d. Under subcategory “Simple Options”, adjust the parameters for “Angle [deg]”
that you wish to survey.
e. Under subcategory “Simple Options”, adjust the parameters for “Distance
Between Lines [m]” to suit the needs of your survey.
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f. Click accept.
5. Creating a grid: a. Repeat steps 4a through 4c.
6. Write WP file to AutoNav. (You may save WP file for future surveys) a. This function will save the mission to the AutoNav topside control box. i. To initiate the mission, flip the top left switch on the Taranis. ii. Hydrone or EchoBoat will start on its mission shortly after switching from Manual to Auto mode on the Taranis remote. “Write WPs” alone will NOT start the mission.
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AutoNav With Hypack
· Plug AutoNav USB Cable into PC on USV · Open Computer Device Manager to find
COM Port number of AutoNav USB · Open Hypack Hardware Setup and add MavLink
driver on your mobile device
· Set MavLink connection to serial port number in Device Manager and 115200
Baud Rate
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· Create your line plan using Hypack’s standard Line Plane Editor · Select every other line and reverse the direction
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· Start Hypack/Hysweep Survey · MavLink Driver will say Armed
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Start & End Mission
Mavlink driver button functionality:
· Start Mission o The boat will navigate the current line file o Once “Start
Mission” is selected, it will turn to “Stop Mission” o Click “Stop Mission”
once the boat is finished running all lines
· Pause o Once the Mission is started, use “Pause” to regain manual control of
the boat o Use this to avoid obstacles o When “Pause” is selected, the button
label will change to “Resume” o Use “Resume” to continue the mission after
obstacle is avoided
· Return to Launch o The boat will take a straight line back to where the
AutoNav was last armed o Make sure the boat has an unobstructed path if using
this function o The bottom of the MavLink driver window should say “Flight
mode set successfully” whenever one of the buttons are clicked
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Smartcast Quickstart
Button Labels
2
1
3 11
4
5
10
6
7
8
9
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Setting up the SmartCast Step 1
Double click on the SmartCast icon on the desktop
Step 2 If not known, find the COM port labeled “Arduino Uno”. This can be done
by typing “Device Manager” in the search bar in the boZom le[ corner of the
screen. Once there find “Ports (COM & LPT)” such as the example below and
record the COM port number (in this case COM8)
Step 3 Set the COM port from the drop-down menu and set the baud rate using
the arrows, only the value 57600 is available.
Step 4 Click “Connect SmartCast”, the display should look like the one below
if everything was done right.
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Casting with RC Use the RC controller to drop the sensor to the desired depth,
the current depth of the sensor can be read on the screen.
SmartCast Dial
Be careful to not run the sensor into the ground as it can get stuck, the
recommended maximum depth is 90% the distance to the boZom of the body of
water. If the sensor is at the home posiDon but the on-sceen display shows
something different than 0. 00, the device can be armed to reset that value to
0.00 for more accurate and measurable c asts. The system can be disarmed by
again clicking on the arming buZon.
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Making an Automated Cast Step 1
Arm the device by pressing the DISARMED buZon, the system will run the motor
up to the home position and reset the position value at that point to 0.
Step 2 Choose whether the cast will be set in feet or meters.
Step 3
Choose the depth the sensor will be cast to and confirm the value by clicking
the “Set Depth” buZon.
Step 4 Click the “CAST” buZon to begin the cast.
Once the cast has begun the system will again reset the “Current Depth” to zero. Next it will descend to the desired depth, pause for two seconds, and then come back up and reset “Current Depth” a third Dme. A[er this the system will disarm itself.
If the sensor hits the boZom of the body of water before the desired depth is reached the cast will stop prematurely and return to the home posiDon.
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Stuck Underwater
If the system cannot pull the sensor up out of the water it will go into a
conDnuous error, stopping casts from being made but sDll allowing RC control
and motor control.
Use a combinaDon of RC control and maneuvering the boat to try and free the
sensor. Once the sensor is free the “Clear Error” buZon can be used to clear
the conDnuous error and allow the system to be armed again.
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Important Tips
1
-Do not run the SmartCast while the boat is moving quickly, or in a heavy current.
2
-If a depth is set but the “set depth” buZon is not set, when the cast buZon is clicked the last cast value will be used. A new depth does not need to be set if the same depth is desired.
3 -It would be good pracDce to unspool and respool the line before every mission to ensure the line does not become tangled. Tangled lines can result the direction of motion to be reverse or large amounts of line being released at once, both of which can stop the SmartCast from functioning properly.
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User Flow Chart
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REMOTE PAIRING INSTRUCTIONS
Taranis Q X7 Remote
If your remote won’t connect to the boat, follow these steps to pair the
remote to the receivers: With the remote on, tap the button with the 3 lines
to get into the main menu. (NOTE: do not hold the button or you will be in
another menu) This page is the model select screen. Verify that you are on the
correct model for your boat. In this case, just as you see on the screen.
Look for “Internal RF Page. Set mode to Access. From here tap the page button
once to get into the setup menu (2/12). Scroll down (using the knob on the
right) until you see the “Reg” option.
Once there, press on the center of the knob one time and a new menu will pop
up.
Find the Archer R4 receivers in the boat by following the white, red, and
black wire set from the ESC. The left side will be plugged into channel 1 the
right side will be channel 2. To bind the process must be started on the right
pontoon.
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On the Archer R4 there is a small switch next to the LEDs. Use a small object
to press this switch down and turn the pontoon on. After a few seconds you
will see this screen on the remote.
After selecting enter a success screen will pop up and the receiver will also
show a light sequence once registered
Select the enter option and turn off the pontoon Next go down to the “BND”
option for “Reciever1” on the remote and select it using the knob.
(Note: The right pontoon uses “Reciever1” while the left will use “Reciever2”)
A page will pop up indicating the remote is waiting to see the receiver.
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Turn the pontoon on and the page will change, when prompted select the R4 option.
With that done the pairing is now complete and there will be a solid green light on the receiver.
The process can now be repeated for the left pontoon. There is one important note, when binding the second receiver, the “Receiver2” option is used.
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EchoBoat-240 RCV / ASV Remote Calibration
Perform these steps if your vessel appears to not respond promptly to commands
send via remote:
1. Hold down button on left side with three horizontal lines
2. Navigate to the 6th page where you should see this screen
3. Using the silver button on the right select [CALIBRATION] 4. Press the silver button once more to begin the calibration 5. Move sticks to midpoint and press the silver button to confirm
6. Move the sticks along each extreme top, bottom, left, and right. During this step the knobs should be turned to their extremes as well. Finally press the silver button to confirm
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AutoNav Radio Calibration Instructions
1. Turn on your transmitter and connect to Mission Planner. 2. First, press
the button in the top left of the program labeled “SETUP”
3. Next press “Mandatory Hardware”
4. Next click “Radio Calibration”, once on the page click the button labeled “Calibrate Radio”
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5. Two dialogue boxes will appear. The first is a warning that the boat
should be unpowered, if this is not possible then make sure the ESCs that
control the motors are switched off or disconnected. The second box gives
directions on what to do during the calibration (see next step). Get through
the boxes by clicking “OK”.
6. Move every stick, dial, and switch on the RC transmitter to its’ extremes.
Generally, each channel will range from around 1000 at the low end to around
2000 at the high end, but this is not always the case. The extreme positions
will be marked with red lines on each of the indicator bars. When confident
that all sticks have been moved, finish by clicking “Click when Done”
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7. A final dialogue box will appear, center all the sticks and switches, and then click “OK”. 8. You are now done with radio calibration.
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Calibrating Speed Controls for Motors
1. Power on EchoBoat-240 2. Arm AutoNav 3. Remove thumbscrews on the stern
electrical wall 4. Turn off ESC switches (Located on the Port/Starboard
of AutoNav Box) 5. Hold full throttle on transmitter 6. Turn on Port switch 7.
Release throttle after the ESC emits two beeps 8. ESC will finalize
calibration with tones 9. Turn off Port switch 10. Repeat with Starboard
switch 11. Turn on both switches
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Warranty
GUARANTEE All products sold by Seafloor Systems Inc are inspected and adjusted
individually before leaving the manufacturer and are guaranteed to be free of
material defects and manufacturing faults when new.
General Warranty Policies Seafloor Systems Inc warrants all products to be
free of material and workmanship defects for a period of 365 days from date of
purchase for all electronic components and 365 days for all nonelectronic
components. If a component is defective or was not correctly made, Seafloor
Systems Inc will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace the item free of
charge. This is a non-transferable warranty and does not cover normal wear and
tear, crash or water damage, modifications, failure to perform routine
maintenance, or any damages arising as a result of improper use.
EchoBoat-240 Warranty Seafloor Systems, Inc. makes every effort to ensure its
products meet the highest quality, reliability and durability standards and
warrants to the original purchaser or purchasing agency that each EchoBoat-240
be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from
date of shipment.
Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse,
negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside of our facilities, use
of the EchoBoat-240 for purposes other than water measurements.
Seafloor is not responsible for loss of boat, instruments, damage to property,
and injury or death associated with the use of any of its products or products
that may be included or used with Seafloor products. Seafloor does not
warranty third-party products sold by Seafloor. These may include GPS, depth
sounders and other ancillary equipment.
All warranty services are FOB Seafloor’s facility in Shingle Springs,
California, U.S.A.
John Tamplin (Seafloor Systems President)
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Change of Record
9-14-2022 Creation Date (v1.0) 9-21-2022 Updated Images (v1.1)
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References
- Hydrographic Survey Solutions | Seafloor Systems, Inc. | United States
- Terms and Conditions | Seafloor Systems Inc