Sonardyne - 8190 - Wideband Mini Transponder (Remote Transducer Version)

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Designed for:

Sonardyne Global Headquarters


T. +44 (0) 1252 872288
F. +44 (0) 1252 876100
E. [email protected]
www.sonardyne.com

Datasheet
Wideband Mini Transponder (Remote Transducer Version)

Description An On/Off switch helps to ensure Key Features


Sonardyne’s existing Wideband Sub- the internal battery is not discharged • Full two-way Sonardyne
Mini transponder (WSM) is typically when not in use. When an umbilical Wideband®2 interrogation and
interrogated by a responder trigger trigger is not available, then the full reply – mitigates any interference
sent down the ROVs’ umbilical or a Wideband transponder mode and multi-path issues
narrow band tone signal. In some provides excellent USBL performance
from a small, lightweight package. • Mini size – lightweight and small
situations, reverberation or multipath
of the tone interrogation can cause • Responder mode
interference problems. The WMT is Remote omni or directional • Li-ion rechargeable battery pack
Sonardyne’s first mini-sized transducers are available for both the
• Pressure sensor fitted as standard
transponder. It is slightly larger than WMT and existing WSM range.
These make installation on an ROV • Full RS232 control from the surface
the WSM and provides full two-way
Wideband interrogation and reply easier as the remote transducer can • External On/Off switch
which completely mitigates be installed where there is good line-
• Choice of standard cable lengths:
interference from and to other users. of-sight and is easily replaced if
0.6 m or 3.0 m, custom lengths
damaged.
available on request
For use on ROVs, the WMT includes
The main body of the transponder • Choice of right-angle or straight
responder trigger, an integrated
can then be installed within the ROV connector style
rechargeable Li-ion battery pack that
is charged from the ROV’s power frame where it is well protected from • Field proven
supply, and full RS232 damage.
communications enabling channel set
up, power and gain etc. to be
changed from the surface.
Designed for:
Sonardyne Global Headquarters
T. +44 (0) 1252 872288
F. +44 (0) 1252 876100
E. [email protected]
www.sonardyne.com

Specifications
Wideband Mini Transponder (Remote Transducer Version)
535 mm [21.08 in]
190 mm [7.48 in]
90 mm [3.56 in]
Ø69 mm [2.73 in]

4 Holes M4-0.7
Equi-spaced on
a 58.00 PCD.
(Stainless Steel inserts)

180 mm [7.11 in]


98 mm [3.86 in]

557 mm [21.93 in]


130 mm [5.11 in]

System Features Type 8190-3161 Type 8190-3162


Depth Rating 3,000 m 3,000 m
(5000 m and 7000 m Options) (5000 m and 7000 m Options)
Frequency Band MF (19–34 kHz) MF (1934 kHz)
Transducer Beam Shape Omni-Directional ±120º Semi-Directional ±40º
Source Level High Power 187 dB 193 dB
(re 1 µPa @ 1 m) Low Power 181 dB 187 dB
Tone Equivalent Energy High Power 193 dB 199 dB
(TEE)* WBv2+ Low Power 187 dB 193 dB
Ranging Precision Better Than 15 mm Better Than 15 mm
Depth Sensor ± 0.5% Full Scale ± 0.5% Full Scale
Communications Interface RS232 (9,600 –115,200 Baud)
External Supply Voltage 24 or 48 V dc (±10%) 24 or 48 V dc (±10%)
External Power Sleep ~650 mW ~650 mW
Wideband Listening ~1 W ~1 W
Battery Charging 6W 6W
Peak (During Transmission) <50 W <50 W
Battery Life Listening 30 Days 30 Days
(Li-ion 15 V) Continuous 5 Sec Interrogation Approx 6 Days at Low Power Approx 6 Days at Low Power
Operating Temperature -5 to 40ºC -5 to 40ºC
Storage Temperature -20 to 55ºC -20 to 55ºC
Mechanical Construction Anodised Aluminium Alloy Anodised Aluminium Alloy
and Plastics and Plastics
Weights in Air/Water** 5.1/2.2 Kg 7.0/3.5 Kg
Options Remote Cable Lengths 0.6 m or 3 m
Remote Transducer 8065-121 Right-Angled 8140-008 Right-Angled
8065-120 Straight
*TEE – WBv2+ signals are 4x the duration of Sonardyne tone signals (WBv1 & WBv2 are 2x). The TEE figure shows the operational performance
when comparing wideband and tone systems.
**Estimated Weights.

Specifications subject to change without notice - 11/2020

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