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Simrad PI54VI850-165186 / Rev.BDepth sensor, test procedure 276...Temperature sensor, test procedure 279...

Simrad PI5488850-165186 / Rev.BHow to access echo sounder parametersThe built-in echo sounder is easily controlled from separatedialogues.• The Echo p

Operational procedures89850-165186 / Rev.BHow to use visual aids and filtersWhen you use t he echo sounder, several visual aids and filtersare availab

Simrad PI5490850-165186 / Rev.BScroll speedThis function controls how fast the presentation shall scrollfrom right to left acr oss the display. By def

Operational procedures91850-165186 / Rev.BHow to define echo sounder rangeThere are two parameters for range:• Range start: This is the upper depth fr

Simrad PI5492850-165186 / Rev.BYou will see that different ranges are used, but the value for theRange start is always added. For example, if you set

Operational procedures93850-165186 / Rev.BHow to zoom in on bottom echoesThe Bottom Lock functions allows you to zoom in on theechoes closest to the b

Simrad PI5494850-165186 / Rev.BHow to zoom in on pelagic echoesThe Zoom functions allows you to zoom in on echoes in thewater column.When this functio

Operational procedures95850-165186 / Rev.BHow to enable A-Scope presentationThe A-Scope presentation provides the echo from the latest pingonly. The s

Simrad PI5496850-165186 / Rev.BHow to define alarm limitsThe PI54 will provide a variety of audible and visible alarms tokeep you posted when somethin

Operational procedures97850-165186 / Rev.B1 Press the MENU button to access the main menu.2 On the Setup menu, select Sensor alarm/calibration.- Obser

Operator manualVII850-165186 / Rev.BSensorsUse this table to write down the sensors you use on your PI54 catch monitoring system.SensortypeSerialnumbe

Simrad PI5498850-165186 / Rev.B4 Press the GAIN+ button repeatedly until the Clearancedialogue appears.5 Select minimum and/or maximum distance for th

Operational procedures99850-165186 / Rev.BHow to select menu languageThe menus on the PI54 can be provided in several differentlanguages.Observe the f

Simrad PI54100850-165186 / Rev.BHow to control automatic page rotationYou can set u p the PI54 to automatically leaf through the fourdisplay pages. Ea

Operational procedures101850-165186 / Rev.BHow to restore default settingsWhenever necessary you can restore the default factory settingson the PI54.O

Simrad PI54102850-165186 / Rev.BHow to personalize your systemYou can set up the PI54 to greet your with your vessel’s namewhen you power it up. Obser

Sensors103850-165186 / Rev.BPRACTICAL USE OF THE SENSORSThe PI54 catch monitoring can operate with several differentsensors. In the following, the mos

Simrad PI54104850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationCommunication channels and update ratesAll sensors are provided from the factory with pre-definedc

Sensors105850-165186 / Rev.BChanging the update rateIt may be required to change the update rate on a sensor, that ishow often it sends information ba

Simrad PI54106850-165186 / Rev.BYou can select the communication channels between the PISpread sensors and the vessel to suit your preferences.Special

Sensors107850-165186 / Rev.BPI Bottom Contact sensorPurposeThe PI Bottom Contact sensor detects if a trawl is accidentallylifted off the seabed, or a

Simrad PI54VIII850-165186 / Rev.BSensorsUse this table to write down the sensors you use on your PI54 catch monitoring system.SensortypeSerialnumberCo

Simrad PI54108850-165186 / Rev.BNote: Charging sensors at sub-zero temperatures can create explosivegasses. Simrad A S assumes no liability for the im

Sensors109850-165186 / Rev.B• Normal (~5,3 sec): Recommended for normal fishing.• Slow (~33 sec): Recommended if maximum operationalbattery life befor

Simrad PI54110850-165186 / Rev.BSet up: Correct f unction requires that the length of the stay (F)and the detection chain (G) are trimmed with regard

Sensors111850-165186 / Rev.BPS Bottom Contact sensorPurposeThe PS Bottom Contact sensor detects if a trawl is accidentallylifted off the seabed, or a

Simrad PI54112850-165186 / Rev.BNote: Note that charging sensors at sub-zero temperatures can createexplosive gasses. Simrad AS assumes no liability f

Sensors113850-165186 / Rev.BNormal (~5,3 sec): Recommended for normal fishing.Slow (~33 sec): Recommended if maximum operational batterylife bef ore c

Simrad PI54114850-165186 / Rev.BSet up: Correct f unction requires that the length of the stay (F)and the detection chain (G) are trimmed with regard

Sensors115850-165186 / Rev.BPI Catch sensorPurposeThe PI Catch sensor detects when the trawl has been filled withfish. The sensor monitors the opening

Simrad PI54116850-165186 / Rev.BOnce installed and put to use, the sensor will automatically beswitched on once the waterswitch is activated. After an

Sensors117850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationOn delivery, all Catch sensors are configured in Channel 4 andwith Normal update rate. If you use more

Introduction1850-165186 / Rev.BINTRODUCTIONThe Simrad PI54 is an integration of proven commercial fishingtechnologies which can dramatically increase

Simrad PI54118850-165186 / Rev.BMountingLocation: Attach the sensor on top of the cod-end where thecatch is to be monitored. As the cod-end fills, the

Sensors119850-165186 / Rev.BSensitivity: The sensitivity of the Catch sensor is determined bythe number of meshes separating the rubber straps. You ca

Simrad PI54120850-165186 / Rev.BPS Catch sensorPurposeThe PS Catch sensor detects when the trawl has been filledwith fish. The sensor monitors the ope

Sensors121850-165186 / Rev.BOnce installed and put to use, the sensor will automatically beswitched on once the waterswitch is activated. After an ini

Simrad PI54122850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationOn delivery, all Catch sensors are configured in Channel 4 andwith Normal update rate. If you use

Sensors123850-165186 / Rev.BMountingLocation: Attach the sensor on top of the cod-end where thecatch is to be monitored. As the cod-end fills, the net

Simrad PI54124850-165186 / Rev.BPI Depth sensorPurposeThe PI Depth sensor monitors the current depth of the net, aswell as the rate of any depth chang

Sensors125850-165186 / Rev.BIf you operate with Fast update rate, the sensor must be chargedapproximately every 24 hours. Used with Normal or Slowupda

Simrad PI54126850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationOn delivery, all depth sensors are configured in Channel 16(300 m), Channel 12 (600 m) or Channel

Sensors127850-165186 / Rev.BMountingPurse seine: In order to secure stable communication with thevessel’s hydrophone, it is very important that the se

Simrad PI542850-165186 / Rev.BChanges to this manualThe following changes have been made to this manual.Rev.AThis was the original issue.Rev.BOperatio

Simrad PI54128850-165186 / Rev.BTuna purse: The sensor must not beattached to the footrope wire, but tothe foot-rope chain. Use a safety wirein additi

Sensors129850-165186 / Rev.BPS Depth sensorPurposeThe PS Depth sensor monitors the current depth of the net, aswell as the rate of any depth changes.

Simrad PI54130850-165186 / Rev.BYou can only operate this sensor with Fast update rate, thesensor must then be charged approximately every 35 hours. T

Sensors131850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationOn delivery, all depth sensors are configured in Channel 16(300 m), Channel 12 (600 m) or Channel 10 (

Simrad PI54132850-165186 / Rev.BMountingPurse seine: In order to secure stable communication with thevessel’s hydrophone, it is very important that th

Sensors133850-165186 / Rev.BTuna purse: The sensor must not beattached to the footrope wire, but tothe foot-rope chain. Use a safety wirein addition i

Simrad PI54134850-165186 / Rev.BPI Height sensorPurposeThe PI Height sensor monitors the current height of the trawl,as well as the rate of any height

Sensors135850-165186 / Rev.BDaily operationOnce installed and put to use, the Height sensor willautomatically be switched on once the waterswitch is a

Simrad PI54136850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationOn delivery, all Height sensors are configured in Channel 14and with Fast update r ate.Note: The s

Sensors137850-165186 / Rev.BMountingLocation: Place the sensor where you wish to monitor theheight. This is normally aft of the headrope at the center

System description3850-165186 / Rev.BSYSTEM DESCRIPTIONThe Simrad PI54 catch monitoring system consists of anoperator station, a hydrophone and an opt

Simrad PI54138850-165186 / Rev.BPI Rip sensorPurposeThe PI Rip sensor is identical to the PI Catch, and it must beregarded as a second application for

Sensors139850-165186 / Rev.BOnce installed and put to use, the sensor will automatically beswitched on once the waterswitch is activated. After an ini

Simrad PI54140850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationOn delivery, all Rip sensors are configured in Channel 4 andwith Normal update rate. If you wish t

Sensors141850-165186 / Rev.BMountingLocation: Place the sensor where you wish to check the netcondition. This is normally close to the footrope at the

Simrad PI54142850-165186 / Rev.BAttachment: The sensor’s orientation towards the vessel ismaintained by the steel and nylon attachment rings. The numb

Sensors143850-165186 / Rev.BPI Spread and Remote sensorsPurposeThe P I Spread and Remote sensors measure the physicaldistance between the trawl doors.

Simrad PI54144850-165186 / Rev.BDaily operationOnce installed and put to use, the Spread sensor willautomatically be switched on once the waterswitch

Sensors145850-165186 / Rev.BNumerical presentationOn the PI54 display, the distance between the trawl doors isdisplayed in the numeric display. If the

Simrad PI54146850-165186 / Rev.B• Slow (~34 sec): Recommended to monitoring a stablesituation over time, focus on door not falling over, brokensweep l

Sensors147850-165186 / Rev.BTop view:(A) = Starboard door(B) = Port door(C) = Communication link to vessel’shydrophone(D) = Angle of attack(E) = Direc

Simrad PI544850-165186 / Rev.BSystem diagram(A) = Operator Unit(B) = PI charger(C) = Hydrophone(provides communicationwith the sensors)(D) = Optional

Simrad PI54148850-165186 / Rev.BPI Twin SpreadPurposeThe P I Twin Spread is used with two Remote sensors tomeasure the physical distance between the t

Sensors149850-165186 / Rev.BMain parts(A) = Negative charging and fastening lug(B) = Positive charging and fastening lug(C) = Communication link to th

Simrad PI54150850-165186 / Rev.BNumerical presentationOn the PI54 display, the distances between the trawl doors aredisplayed in the numeric display.

Sensors151850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationYou can operate two sets of Twin Spread sensors, these sets areidentified as Twin Spread 1 and Twin Sp

Simrad PI54152850-165186 / Rev.BMountingThe Spread and Remote sensors must be mounted in specialadapters on each trawl door and on the centre clump. T

Sensors153850-165186 / Rev.BPI Temperature sensorPurposeThe PI Temperature sensor monitors the current watertemperature at the chosen location on the

Simrad PI54154850-165186 / Rev.BMain parts(A) = Negative charging and fastening lug(B) = Positive charging and fastening lug(C) = Communication link(D

Sensors155850-165186 / Rev.BTemperature presentationOn the PI54 display, the temperature is displayed in the numericdisplay. If the temperature is fal

Simrad PI54156850-165186 / Rev.BSystem configurationSensor configuration: The sensor must be configured with aunique sensor number. Select channel num

Sensors157850-165186 / Rev.BMountingPurse seine: In order to secure stable communication with thevessel’s hydrophone, it is very important that the se

System description5850-165186 / Rev.BOperator UnitThe PI54 Operator Unit is a marine grade electronicinstrument incorporating an impact resistant poly

Simrad PI54158850-165186 / Rev.BTuna purse: The sensor must not beattached to the footrope wire, but tothe foot-rope chain. Use a safety wirein additi

Sensors159850-165186 / Rev.BPS Temperature sensorPurposeThe PS Temperature sensor monitors the current watertemperature at the chosen location on the

Simrad PI54160850-165186 / Rev.BMain parts(A) = Negative charging and fastening lug(B) = Positive charging and fastening lug(C) = Communication link(D

Sensors161850-165186 / Rev.BTemperature presentationOn the PI54 display, the temperature is displayed in the numericdisplay. If the temperature is fal

Simrad PI54162850-165186 / Rev.BMountingPurse seine: In order to secure stable communication with thevessel’s hydrophone, it is very important that th

Sensors163850-165186 / Rev.BTuna purse: The sensor must not beattached to the footrope wire, but tothe foot-rope chain. Use a safety wirein addition i

Simrad PI54164850-165186 / Rev.BSENSOR CHARGERSOverviewTwo different battery chargers can be used to charge the PI andPS sensors:• PI Charger• PS30 Ch

Sensor chargers165850-165186 / Rev.BPI ChargerPurposeThe PI Charger is an intelligent battery charger for fast andsecure charging of the PI sensors. T

Simrad PI54166850-165186 / Rev.BIndicators(A) =Mains:12to32Vdc(B) = Fuel meter. The number of LEDs illuminated shows thecurrent charging status. A com

Sensor chargers167850-165186 / Rev.BPS30 ChargerPurposeThe PS Charger is a battery charger for secure charging of thePS and PI sens ors.Daily operatio

Simrad PI546850-165186 / Rev.BHull mounted and portable hydrophonesTwo hull mounted hydrophones are available, one for purseseining operations, and on

Simrad PI54168850-165186 / Rev.BGeneral guidelinesOperational time and service life of the sensor’s NiCd batterydepends on proper use and regular char

Menu system169850-165186 / Rev.BMENU SYSTEMThe PI54 is controlled using a small meny system. Althoughseveral shortcuts exist, the main functions and s

Simrad PI54170850-165186 / Rev.BThe main menuTo access the main menu, press the MENU button.ECHO SOUNDER WINFisheryOn the Fishery menu, you can select

Menu system171850-165186 / Rev.BSetupOn the Setup menu, you can access setup parameters to controlthe operation of the PI54.Note that additional param

Simrad PI54172850-165186 / Rev.BEcho quick menuTo access the Echo quick menu,presstheENT button whileoperating with an echo sounder in the active wind

References173850-165186 / Rev.BREFERENCESThis chapter contains reference information. It thus providesdetailed inf ormation about the various paramete

Simrad PI54174850-165186 / Rev.BSetup mapThe various setup d ialogues controlling the PI54 behaviour canbe accessed from several places. The tables be

References175850-165186 / Rev.BAccess from the Setup menuMenu option Access to setup dialogues:Echosounder setup Echosounder setupNavigation setup Pil

Simrad PI54176850-165186 / Rev.BDepth calibrationThis function is used to enable calibration of the PI54 Depthsensor.To access this function, press th

References177850-165186 / Rev.BEcho presentation setupThese settings are used to set up the echo sounder presentationparameters on the PI54. The opera

System description7850-165186 / Rev.BSensor overviewThis chapter provides a very short description of each sensor.• Depth sensor - The Depth sensor pr

Simrad PI54178850-165186 / Rev.BExpansion window: The PI54 provides bottom expansion andzoom functions. When one of these is enabled, you can controlt

References179850-165186 / Rev.BAs a general rule, short pulses serve to make the echoes fromvarious objects more distinct. It is therefore used to obt

Simrad PI54180850-165186 / Rev.BEcho sounder setupThese settings are used to set up the operational parameters forthe PI54 echo sounder.To access the

References181850-165186 / Rev.BTransducer port: Enter which transceiver port (output) thetransducer is connected to; Echo1 or Echo2. With the predefin

Simrad PI54182850-165186 / Rev.BRestart of AUTO pulse/power: If you have set the transmitpower and pulse length parameters to Auto, the echo sounderwi

References183850-165186 / Rev.BFactory presetsThis function allows you to restore the PI54 parameters to thedefault settings chosen by Simrad.MENU Ex

Simrad PI54184850-165186 / Rev.BGraphic setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe Graphic display.The Graphic display s

References185850-165186 / Rev.BAdditional information: The feature will display aninformation bar below the numeric presentations on the Graphicdispla

Simrad PI54186850-165186 / Rev.BSensor timer:TheCatch and Bottom Contact sensors have atimer feature indicating how many times each sensor has beenact

References187850-165186 / Rev.BInterface setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe communication to and from peripheral

Simrad PI548850-165186 / Rev.BBattery chargersAll sensors are power by internal batteries, and these needcharging at regular intervals. The Simrad cha

Simrad PI54188850-165186 / Rev.BConfiguration windowsWhen you access the Interface setup, you must first wait forthe system to access the required inf

References189850-165186 / Rev.BPI FunctionThe Interface setup / PI Function window allows you todefine NMEA 0183 outputs.The information provided for

Simrad PI54190850-165186 / Rev.BPositionThe Interface setup / Position window allows you to define asource for position information. It also allows yo

References191850-165186 / Rev.BNavigationThe Interface setup / Navigation window allows you to definea source for position information. It also allows

Simrad PI54192850-165186 / Rev.BNavigationThe Interface setup / Water window allows you to definesources for water related information. It also allows

References193850-165186 / Rev.BGroup selection (Water temperature input): This parameterallows you to connect the PI54 to a group of SimNetinstruments

Simrad PI54194850-165186 / Rev.BIdentificationThe Interface setup / Identification window allows you todefine identification data for the system.Unit

References195850-165186 / Rev.BApplicable telegram formatsThe following NMEA telegram formats are used by the PI54.APB = Autopilot Sentence ”B”. The i

Simrad PI54196850-165186 / Rev.BVTG = Track made good and Ground speed. The informationprovided inludes Track degrees (true and magnetic) and Speed(in

References197850-165186 / Rev.BMarker line setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe marker lines on the graphic displa

Getting started9850-165186 / Rev.BGETTING STARTEDThis section contains an brief overview of the basic systemoperation. If you are a first time user, w

Simrad PI54198850-165186 / Rev.BDelay: For each sensor marker, you can define a presentationdelay. The echogram information provided by the PI54 is fr

References199850-165186 / Rev.BHeight reference: The Height sensor measures the distancefrom the headrope to the bottom. If you use the PI54 echosound

Simrad PI54200850-165186 / Rev.BNavigation setupTwo Navigation setup dialogues may be accessed:• From the Highway display presentation• From the Setup

References201850-165186 / Rev.BCourse and bearing as: Select how you wish the course andbearing information to be displayed; TRUE or MAGNETICreading.T

Simrad PI54202850-165186 / Rev.BNumeric setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe Numeric display.The Numeric display s

References203850-165186 / Rev.BOffset adjustThese settings are used to set up offset values for the Depth andSpread sensors.To access the parameters,

Simrad PI54204850-165186 / Rev.BPage setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe page; automatic page rotation and menu l

References205850-165186 / Rev.BPalette setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related topresentation colours.The i nformation pr o

Simrad PI54206850-165186 / Rev.BPosition display setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe position display presentatio

References207850-165186 / Rev.BQuick guideThis function provides you key information about PI54operation.To access the quick guide, press the Menu key

Simrad PI5410850-165186 / Rev.BHow to switch power on and offObserve the following procedure t o switch the PI54 on and off.Power on1 Press and hold t

Simrad PI54208850-165186 / Rev.BReceiver setupThese settings are used to establish the communicationparameters between the PI54 and the sensors.To acc

References209850-165186 / Rev.BSensor filter: The PI54 is designed to quickly update data.After the sensors have been submerged, the receiver requires

Simrad PI54210850-165186 / Rev.Bdetection error disappears. Check that the signals from thesensor in use are still being received, if they are not, th

References211850-165186 / Rev.BSensor alarmsThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tosensor alarms.To access the parameters, pr

Simrad PI54212850-165186 / Rev.BSensor alarmsThis dialogue allows you to defi ne alarms related t o theinformation provided by the sensors you have in

References213850-165186 / Rev.BSurface temperature alarmsThis dialogue allows you to define alarms related to the surfacetemperature. In order to enab

Simrad PI54214850-165186 / Rev.BClearance alarmsThese alarms will notify you if a trawl or towed object comes toclose or far off the bottom.ClearanceM

References215850-165186 / Rev.BSensor setupThese parameters are used to establish communication betweenthe PI54 and the sensors.To access the paramete

Simrad PI54216850-165186 / Rev.BIf you configure less then six sensors, you will be able to set theSensor parameter to Dual. You can not use this sett

References217850-165186 / Rev.BSpeed setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tospeed.To access the parameters, press the ME

Getting started11850-165186 / Rev.BIntroducing the presentation principlesObserve the f o llowing description and procedures to understandhow the pres

Simrad PI54218850-165186 / Rev.BStatus setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe Status display.To access the parameter

References219850-165186 / Rev.BSurface temperature setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 presentationparameters related to the surface tempe

Simrad PI54220850-165186 / Rev.BTemperature setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe temperature presentation on the g

References221850-165186 / Rev.BTrawl calculatorThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe Trawl calculator.To access the para

Simrad PI54222850-165186 / Rev.BNote: In order to retrieve speed information, the relevant equipment(GPS) must be interfaced to your PI54.When you rea

References223850-165186 / Rev.BTrawl info setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tothe trawl presentations on the Graphic

Simrad PI54224850-165186 / Rev.BTrawl data in addit ional info: When enabled, the current trawldepth will be added to the Additional inf ormation line

References225850-165186 / Rev.BUnits setupThese settings are used to set up the PI54 parameters related tounits.To access the parameters, press the ME

Simrad PI54226850-165186 / Rev.BPI CONFIGURATORPurposeThe purpose of the PI Configurator utility is to be able toconfigure sensors so that they can op

PI Configurator227850-165186 / Rev.BBasic informationDefault sensor settingsPI and PS sensors are delivered from Simrad configured withcommon default

Simrad PI5412850-165186 / Rev.BIf you change your page configuration from full screen (onewindow) to two or four windows, you may see that one or more

Simrad PI54228850-165186 / Rev.BAvailable equipmentThe following is available from Simrad:• User Guide (857-164924)• Software (889-204037)• Programmin

PI Configurator229850-165186 / Rev.BAbout sensor configurationAll sensors are provided from the factory with pre-definedcommunication channels and upd

Simrad PI54230850-165186 / Rev.BChanging the update rateIt may be required to change the update rate on a sensor, that ishow often it sends inform ati

PI Configurator231850-165186 / Rev.BMain dialogue descriptionObserve the illustration and descriptions below. Note that theapperance of function butto

Simrad PI54232850-165186 / Rev.BID UseButton/Function4 Terminate communication Click to disconnect the sensor from the PC.5 Message field Displays pro

PI Configurator233850-165186 / Rev.BOperational proceduresObserve the following procedures.→ How to perform software installation, page 234→ How to in

Simrad PI54234850-165186 / Rev.BSoftware installationObserve the following procedure to install the PI Configuratorsoftware on a stationary or portabl

PI Configurator235850-165186 / Rev.BHow to interface the sensorBefore you can configure the sensor, you need to connect it tothe computer. Observe the

Simrad PI54236850-165186 / Rev.BHow to perform basic configurationOnce the sensor is connected to the computer, and you haveestablished communication,

PI Configurator237850-165186 / Rev.BHow to configure a Twin Spread systemThis procedure describes hot to set up a Twin Spread systemusing one Twin Spr

Getting started13850-165186 / Rev.BDefining initial presentation pagesObserve the following procedure to set up the four display pageson the PI54. The

Simrad PI54238850-165186 / Rev.BSetting up the second Remote sensor1 Connect the second Remote sensor to the PI Configurator.2 Press Establish communi

PI Configurator239850-165186 / Rev.BHow to upload factory settingsOnce the sensor is connected to the computer, and you haveestablished communication,

Simrad PI54240850-165186 / Rev.BReferencesThe features available when using PI Configurator softwaredepend which mode it is in (Standard or Profession

PI Configurator241850-165186 / Rev.BCommunication ChannelThis parameter allows you to redefine the sensor’s transmissionchannel (1 to 30).Sensors send

Simrad PI54242850-165186 / Rev.BCommunication Port SetupThis button opens the ComPortSetupdialogue. The integratedslider bar is used to designate whic

PI Configurator243850-165186 / Rev.BConfigure SensorThis button is used to re-program the currently interfaced sensorwith the new parameters selected

Simrad PI54244850-165186 / Rev.BData Update RateThis parameter is used to select an interfaced sensor’s dataupdate rate.Note: This is a key parameter.

PI Configurator245850-165186 / Rev.BEstablish Communication With SensorThis button i nitiates contact between the computer and a wellcharged sensor by

Simrad PI54246850-165186 / Rev.BFactory DefaultThis button is used to restore a sensor’s factory default values,according to the type of sensor curren

PI Configurator247850-165186 / Rev.BHelpThis button opens the on-line Help.The on-line help include general information concerning the useof PI Config

Simrad PI5414850-165186 / Rev.BThe right side may have been pr edefined to provide an otherdisplay presentation, or it may simply show the text Select

Simrad PI54248850-165186 / Rev.BLanguageThis button opens the Language dialogue.The dialogue allows you to select operational language byclicking on o

PI Configurator249850-165186 / Rev.BLED ControlThis parameter can only be accessed in the Professional mode.The dialogue box is used to control the be

Simrad PI54250850-165186 / Rev.BMessage fieldThis message field displays present and past configuration data,communication status, error messages and

PI Configurator251850-165186 / Rev.BNumberThis box allows you to define the identification number for thecurrently connected Remote sensor. This is a

Simrad PI54252850-165186 / Rev.BPing controlThis parameter is only available for depth sensors, and can onlybe accessed in the Professional mode.The d

PI Configurator253850-165186 / Rev.BQuitClick this button to close the PI Configurator utility.

Simrad PI54254850-165186 / Rev.BRead Sensor DataThis button requests that configuration data be sent from theinterfaced sensor to the PC.When the Read

PI Configurator255850-165186 / Rev.BRemoteThis par ameter is only available for Spread, Twin Spread andRemote sensors. The dialogue box allows selecti

Simrad PI54256850-165186 / Rev.BSensor TypeThis parameter is to be configured in accordance with thesensor’s label and can only be accessed in the Pro

PI Configurator257850-165186 / Rev.BSerial numberThis text box displays the interfaced sensor’s serial number. Itcan not be re-configured. This featur

Getting started15850-165186 / Rev.B5 On the Pilot menu, select Highway.6 Press the ENT button to enter the choice.The navigation display appears. If y

Simrad PI54258850-165186 / Rev.BShow Channel At StartupThis dialogue box controls weather or not the interfaced sensorwill flash a channel identificat

PI Configurator259850-165186 / Rev.BExamplesExample of channel number 16 at startup (below):(1) = A one second “long flash”(2) = A start ”flash”(3) =

Simrad PI54260850-165186 / Rev.BTerminate CommunicationPress this button to terminate the serial data flow between thesensor and the computer.Operatio

PI Configurator261850-165186 / Rev.BMaintenanceThis chapter contains information related to maintenance, setupand troubleshooting.Topics→ Programming

Simrad PI54262850-165186 / Rev.BProgramming modesAvailablemodesThe PI Configurator utility has two programming modes:• Standard - default mode, descri

PI Configurator263850-165186 / Rev.BMaking a programming cableShould a Simrad programming cable not be available, it ispossible to make an adequate su

Simrad PI54264850-165186 / Rev.BTroubleshootingMost problems are easily solved. Troubleshoot interface,configuration or other complications by checkin

Sensor test procedures265850-165186 / Rev.BSENSOR TEST PROCEDURESOverviewUsing the PI Configurator application, you can test theoperational status of

Simrad PI54266850-165186 / Rev.BBottom Contact test procedureTools and equipment required• Multimeter• A small piece of wire• PI Service Hydrophone (O

Sensor test procedures267850-165186 / Rev.B(4) = A second start flash: This signals that the seconddigit of the channel number is next.(5) = None to n

Simrad PI5416850-165186 / Rev.BIntroduction to the main menuThe main menu is located across the top of the display. To openthe menu, press the MENU bu

Simrad PI54268850-165186 / Rev.B4 Switch off the PI system’s interference filter, and observethe numeric display.- If the interference symbol is not d

Sensor test procedures269850-165186 / Rev.BSpread & Remote sensors test procedureTools and equipment required• Multimeter• A small piece of wire•

Simrad PI54270850-165186 / Rev.B(4) = A second start flash: This signals that the seconddigit of the channel number is next.(5) = None to nine short f

Sensor test procedures271850-165186 / Rev.BLower the twosensors as shown,and make sure thatthe Spread sensor’shead points towardsthe vessel’shydrophon

Simrad PI54272850-165186 / Rev.B10 Use a water-proof pen, write the sensor’s number,configured channel number and any other pertinentinformation on it

Sensor test procedures273850-165186 / Rev.BCatch sensor, test procedureTools and equipment required• Multimeter• A small piece of wire• PI Service Hyd

Simrad PI54274850-165186 / Rev.B(3) = None, one, two or three short flashes: Thenumber of short flashes signifies the first digit of theconfigured cha

Sensor test procedures275850-165186 / Rev.B- Note that the weight of the sensor in water(approximately 1.4 kg) may not provide sufficientresistance to

Simrad PI54276850-165186 / Rev.BDepth sensor, test procedureTools and equipment required• Multimeter• A small piece of wire• PI SystemInitial check an

Sensor test procedures277850-165186 / Rev.B(5) = None to nine short flashes: The number of shortflashes signifies the second digit of the configuredch

Getting started17850-165186 / Rev.BIntroduction to the keypadThe keypad is used for direct user interface with the PI54system, and allows you to contr

Simrad PI54278850-165186 / Rev.B8 Switch the PI54 interference filter on and off, and observethe numeric display. If the interference symbol is notsho

Sensor test procedures279850-165186 / Rev.BTemperature sensor, test procedureTools and equipment required• Multimeter• A small piece of wire• PI Servi

Simrad PI54280850-165186 / Rev.B(3) = None, one, two or three short flashes: Thenumber of short flashes signifies the first digit of theconfigured cha

Sensor test procedures281850-165186 / Rev.BNote: Should any problems arise during this procedure, check that thecommunication channel and update rate

Simrad PI54282850-165186 / Rev.BHeight sensor, test procedureTools and equipment required• Multimeter• A small piece of wire• A reference echo sounder

Sensor test procedures283850-165186 / Rev.B(4) = A second start flash: This signals that the seconddigit of the channel number is next.(5) = None to n

Simrad PI54284850-165186 / Rev.B9 Switch the PI54 interference filter on and off, and observethe numeric display. If the interference symbol is notsho

Technical specifications285850-165186 / Rev.BTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSThis chapter provides the basic technical specifications.Topics→ PI Sensors, page

Simrad PI54286850-165186 / Rev.BSensorsSpecifications can be altered without prior notification.PI Bottom Contact• PI System: P I32, PI44 or PI54• Upd

Technical specifications287850-165186 / Rev.B• Communication frequency range: 43,5 to 49,5 kHz• Default communication channel: 4• Physical properties:

850-165186 / Rev.BSimrad PI54Catch monitoring systemOperator manualImportant noticeOperation of the PI54 catch monitoring systemassumes that the commu

Simrad PI5418850-165186 / Rev.BWIN (Windows): This button is u sed to select which displaywindow to be active. During normal operation, the activewind

Simrad PI54288850-165186 / Rev.B• Charging time with PI Charger:- To 70% capacity: 1 hour- To 100% capacity: 4 hours• Charging time with PS Charger:-

Technical specifications289850-165186 / Rev.B• Default update rate: Fast• Lifetime between each recharge:- Fast update rate: 45 hours- Normal update r

Simrad PI54290850-165186 / Rev.B• Charging time with PI Charger:- To 70% capacity: 1 hour- To 100% capacity: 4 hours• Charging time with PS Charger:-

Software updates291850-165186 / Rev.BSOFTWARE UPDATESOverviewYou can update the operational software in the PI54 OperatorUnit your self by following t

Simrad PI54292850-165186 / Rev.BDSP Software upgradePurposeThe DSP software is used by the digital signal processor insidethe PI54 Operator Unit. This

Software updates293850-165186 / Rev.BThe program fileThe DSP software progr am file is provided on the followingformat:281036xx DSP Vyzz.hex• 281036 i

Simrad PI54294850-165186 / Rev.B11 Observe the messages provided by the program. They willkeep you updated on the current status.12 When the upload pr

Software updates295850-165186 / Rev.B• If the interface cable is unplugged, or you loose power on thecomputer and/or the PI54 cabinet during the uploa

Simrad PI54296850-165186 / Rev.BMMI Software upgradePurposeThe MMI software is used to create the menus and displaypresentations used in the PI54 Oper

Software updates297850-165186 / Rev.BProcedureIn order to upgrade the MMI software, observe the followingprocedure.1 Switch off the PI54.2 Connect the

Getting started19850-165186 / Rev.BPAGE: The page button is used to leaf through the predefinedpresentation pages. If you press and hold this button f

Simrad PI54298850-165186 / Rev.BMessagesThe MMI upload program will keep you posted on the processby means of messages.Safety measuresThe following sa

Software updates299850-165186 / Rev.Bpi_swu_dsp_upload_ins (English)032.06.05 RBr: EstablishedPI DSP UploadPurposeThe PI DSP Upload application is use

Simrad PI54300850-165186 / Rev.BINDEXThe next pages provide an alphabetical index to this manual.Symbols$PSIMP: References 189AA-Scope, How to: Operat

Operator manual301850-165186 / Rev.BHow to activate: Operational procedures 89Parameter: References 178Communication Channel, Sensor setupparameter: R

Simrad PI54302850-165186 / Rev.BParameters: References 183Procedure: Ope rational procedures 101Fish alarmParameter: References 181Procedure: Ope rati

Operator manual303850-165186 / Rev.BWater switch replacement: Operationalprocedures 63White line: Operational procedures 90Zoom bottom echoe s: Operat

Simrad PI54304850-165186 / Rev.BNumeric display, Overview: Display modes33Numeric setup: References 202OOffset adjust, Setup: Refer ences 203On-line h

Operator manual305850-165186 / Rev.BHow to adjust: Operational procedures 90Parameter: References 179Select transducer , Parameter: References 180Sele

Simrad PI54306850-165186 / Rev.BTemperature scale, Parameter: References219, 220Temperature sensorNumeric presentation: Display modes 40Practical use

Operator manual307850-165186 / Rev.BWIN, Button description: Getting started 18Wire length, Trawl calculator parameter:References 222Wire length offse

Simrad PI5420850-165186 / Rev.BIntroducing the sensorsThe PI54 catch monitoring can be used with a variety ofsensors. All these sensors can be placed

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Getting started21850-165186 / Rev.B• Pelagic trawl: On a pelagic trawl, this sensor proves veryuseful when the trawl moves downwards. It will let youk

Simrad PI5422850-165186 / Rev.BDepth: How deep can you go?When the sonar and echo sounder tell you how deep the schoolgoes, it is good to know that yo

Getting started23850-165186 / Rev.BRip: Check for damages!The Rip sensor is identical to the Catch sensor, and can thus beregarded as a application fo

Simrad PI5424850-165186 / Rev.BThe water temperature is an important parameter. Fish and baitare temperature sensitive, and they are normally found wi

Applications25850-165186 / Rev.BAPPLICATION EXAMPLESThe Simrad PI54 system is designed to fulfill all yourrequirements within a range of specific appl

Simrad PI5426850-165186 / Rev.BPurse seineWhen used for purse seining, the PI54 system must have one ormore of the following sensors attached to the n

Applications27850-165186 / Rev.BDanish seineWhen used for Danish seining the PI54 system needs up to threeof the following sensors attached to the net

About this documentRev Date Written by Checked by Approved byRev.B02.12.05 RBr KR KRRevised for SW version 0.40. New function Trawl Calculator impleme

Simrad PI5428850-165186 / Rev.BBottom trawlWhen used f or bottom t rawling, the PI54 system will give youall necessary info rmation about the trawl st

Applications29850-165186 / Rev.BPelagic trawlWhen used for pelagic trawling the PI54 system must have oneor more of the following sensors attached to

Simrad PI5430850-165186 / Rev.BEcho sounderThe built-in echo sounder will provide information about depth,bottom contours and the presence of fish bel

Applications31850-165186 / Rev.BGraphic displayBy means of the built-in echo sounder and the informationprovided by the analogue sensors, you can set

Simrad PI5432850-165186 / Rev.BDISPLAY PRESENTATIONSThe PI54 supports a range of display presentations. These arethe information elements that you can

Display modes33850-165186 / Rev.BNumeric displayThe numeric display provides vital sensor data in large, easy toread digits and symbols. In the follow

Simrad PI5434850-165186 / Rev.BTopics→ Bottom Contact sensor presentation, page 35→ Catch sensor presentation, page 36→ Depth sensor presentation, pag

Display modes35850-165186 / Rev.BBottom Contact presentationThe Bottom Contact sensor presentation is shown below.(A) The character and the number ide

Simrad PI5436850-165186 / Rev.BCatch presentationThe Catch sensor presentation is shown below.Note: If you use more than one catch sensor in the trawl

Display modes37850-165186 / Rev.BDepth presentationThe Depth sensor presentation is shown below.(A) The character and the number identifies the type o

Operator manualI850-165186 / Rev.BSections1IntroductionThis section introduces the PI54 catch monitoring system operator manual.Refer to page 1.2 Syst

Simrad PI5438850-165186 / Rev.BHeight presentationThe Height sensor presentation is shown below.(A) The character and the number identifies the type o

Display modes39850-165186 / Rev.BSpread presentationThe Spread sensor presentation is shown below.(A) The character and the number identifies the type

Simrad PI5440850-165186 / Rev.BTemperature presentationThe temperature sensor presentation i s shown below.(A) The character and the number identifies

Display modes41850-165186 / Rev.BGraphic displayThe graphic display provided by the PI54 offers an accurateecho sounder combined with numeric readouts

Simrad PI5442850-165186 / Rev.BThe graphic display presentation will provide a lot ofinformation. The example shown above provides t he followingdata.

Display modes43850-165186 / Rev.B(H) Time scaleElapsed time since sounding ( ping). Note that the time scale willchange depending on the chosen scroll

Simrad PI5444850-165186 / Rev.BTo change presentation parametersThe graphic display presentation is controlled by the parametersdefined in the graphic

Display modes45850-165186 / Rev.BSurface temperatureThe Surface temperature display shows the currenttemperature. By means of the graph it will also s

Simrad PI5446850-165186 / Rev.BStatus displayThe Status display shows sensor data, signal thresholds andbackground noise levels providing an overview

Display modes47850-165186 / Rev.B(D) = Gain indicators for the current sensors(E) = Lower status field(A) Numeric informationThe numeric displays at t

Simrad PI54II850-165186 / Rev.B12 Sensor test proceduresThis section provides simple test procedure you can use to verify the the sensorsare working p

Simrad PI5448850-165186 / Rev.B(C) Frequency spectrumThis graph provides you with information about the backgroundnoise and the signal strength of the

Display modes49850-165186 / Rev.B(E) Lower status fieldThe lower status field provides an overview of key parameters.Geographical location: At the lef

Simrad PI5450850-165186 / Rev.BEcho sounder displayThe PI54 offers an accurate echo sounder with a colour display.The echo sounder can operate on 38,

Display modes51850-165186 / Rev.B(C) Current ambient air temperature.(D) Current vessel speed(E) Current wind speed(F) Depth under keel(G) Time scale:

Simrad PI5452850-165186 / Rev.BA-ScopeThe PI54 provides an A-Scope function. This presentationprovides the echo from the latest ping only. The strengt

Display modes53850-165186 / Rev.BHighway displayThe navigation display provided by the PI54 offers all keyinformation related to waypoint navigation.

Simrad PI5454850-165186 / Rev.BPosition displayThe Position display provided by the PI54 offers all keyinformation related to safe navigation on one d

Operational procedures55850-165186 / Rev.BOPERATIONAL PROCEDURESOverviewThis chapter will provide you with basic procedures in order tohelp you set up

Simrad PI5456850-165186 / Rev.BHow to define sensor presentationThe information from the various sensors are provided by theNumerical display, where e

Operational procedures57850-165186 / Rev.B2 On the Setup menu, select Palette setup.3 Observe the first palette page appear. It contains fixedcolours,

Operator manualIII850-165186 / Rev.BINTRODUCTION 1...SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 3...

Simrad PI5458850-165186 / Rev.BHow to set up the sensorsThe very first time you switch on the PI54, you will need to setup the sensor configuration. T

Operational procedures59850-165186 / Rev.BPredefined settingsEach sensor is delivered with a predefined setup. This setupincludes:• transmission chann

Simrad PI5460850-165186 / Rev.B• A low update rate will provide you with fewer informationupdates, but the battery will last very long.• A high update

Operational procedures61850-165186 / Rev.BHow to mount the sensors on the netOnce the sensor has been coded correctly, you must mount it onthe net. Th

Simrad PI5462850-165186 / Rev.BHow to use the sensorsOnce the sensors have been coded and installed on the net, theywill automatically be switched on

Operational procedures63850-165186 / Rev.BHow to replace the sacrificial water switchAll PI and PS sensors are equipped with a water switch, and twodi

Simrad PI5464850-165186 / Rev.BHow to test the sensorsBy using the PI Configurator, you can test the operational statusof each sensor. Test procedures

Operational procedures65850-165186 / Rev.BHow to calibrate the Depth sensorOnly the Depth sensor can be calibrated. The purpose is toensure that the d

Simrad PI5466850-165186 / Rev.BHow to define sensor offsetsOnly the Depth and Spread sensors can have their offset valuesadjusted. The purpose is to a

Operational procedures67850-165186 / Rev.BHow to set up a Twin Spread sensor fortwin trawl applicationsBy means of the Twin Spread sensor, you can set

Simrad PI54IV850-165186 / Rev.BHow to define sensor offsets 66...How to set up a Twin Spread sensor for twin t rawl appli

Simrad PI5468850-165186 / Rev.BThis configuration will allow the Twin Spread sensor to measurethe distance from the port door to the centre clump dire

Operational procedures69850-165186 / Rev.BSensor setupObserve the procedure below to set up a Twin Spreadconfiguration with its default settings.In th

Simrad PI5470850-165186 / Rev.BAccording to the sensor locations pr eviously described, Spread1 will now measure the distance from the port trawl door

Operational procedures71850-165186 / Rev.B• Numeric display: Rectangle S1 shows the distance betweenthe port trawl door and the centre clump. Rectangl

Simrad PI5472850-165186 / Rev.BHow to set up two Twin Spread sensorsfor dual twin trawl applicationBy means of two Twin Spread sensors, you can set up

Operational procedures73850-165186 / Rev.BSensor configurationThe Twin Spread and Remote sensors are supplied in sets, andthey MUST operate in these s

Simrad PI5474850-165186 / Rev.BOnly twin trawl Alpha (port) is shown.(P) = Port trawl(S) = Starboard trawl(C) = Port trawl door with the Twin Spread 1

Operational procedures75850-165186 / Rev.BOn twin trawl Bravo, the Twin Spread 2 sensor must bemounted on the port t rawl door, and the three communic

Simrad PI5476850-165186 / Rev.Bh Set Channel to 07.i Set Sensor 3 type to SINGLE to activate the sensor.j Set Update 3 rate to FAST.k Set Measure 3 to

Operational procedures77850-165186 / Rev.BReadout adjustmentsIt is necessary to set certain parameters in order to have the PI54to calculate the dista

Operator manualV850-165186 / Rev.BREFERENCES 173...Setup m ap 174...

Simrad PI5478850-165186 / Rev.B• Additional information: The information bar directly belowthe numeric rectangles displays the abbreviation TS and ava

Operational procedures79850-165186 / Rev.BHow to access graphic display parametersThe various parameters defining the Graphic displaypresentation are

Simrad PI5480850-165186 / Rev.BHowtoviewechosounderdataWhen you have chosen the Graphic display presentation, youcan choose to superimpose the informa

Operational procedures81850-165186 / Rev.BHow to set up marker linesWhen you have chosen the Graphic display pr esentation, youcan choose to superimpo

Simrad PI5482850-165186 / Rev.B• Height reference: The Height sensor measures the distancefrom the headrope to the bottom. If you use the PI54 echosou

Operational procedures83850-165186 / Rev.BAccess to the marker line parameters1 Make sure that a Graphic display presentation is active.2 Press the AD

Simrad PI5484850-165186 / Rev.BDepth and Height marker linesThe purpose of these marker lines is to provide an easy way tomonitor the depth of the gea

Operational procedures85850-165186 / Rev.BSpread marker lineThe purpose of this marker line is to provide an easy way tomonitor the distance between t

Simrad PI5486850-165186 / Rev.BSpecial features for trawl marker linesWhen you have chosen a gr aphic presentation, you can chooseto superimpose the i

Operational procedures87850-165186 / Rev.B• Trawl opening mode: T his parameter decides how the trawlopening shall be recreated on the graphic present