4 Selecting synchronization port

If you want to use the EK80 system as a master or slave in a synchronized system, you must set it up for such operation. To do this, you must select which communication port to use for the synchronization interface, and you must select the requested synchronization mode.

Prerequisites

Neither tools nor instruments are required. The EK80 system is turned on and operates normally.

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For "slave" operation, a remote system (for example K-Sync or Simrad TU40) must be available to provide trigger pulses.

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For "master" operation, a remote hydroacoustic system (sonar, echo sounder) is connected. This remote system must be set up in "slave" mode.

The external system is connected to a serial communication port on the Processor Unit.

Context

Whenever more than one hydroacoustic system is installed on a vessel, interference may occur. To avoid interference, you have these options:

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The systems are all connected to a common synchronization system.

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One of the acoustic systems is set up as "master", and controls the transmissions on the other systems.

Procedure

On the Setup menu, select Installation.

Select Synchronization.

Choose which serial port you have used to connect the external synchronization system.

Select Apply and then Close to save all the parameters and close the Installation dialog box.