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Side-scan Sonar

 

SportScan Side-scan Sonar

 

Never before have so many high end features in a high resolution digital Side-Scan Sonar been offered at such an affordable price. This system, designed by one of the worlds leaders in high resolution sonar imaging rivals systems costing many times the price. The quality, detail and ease of use of this Side-Scan Sonar truly has to be seen to be appreciated.  This side-scan sonar is available in single Frequency (330 kHz), and dual frequency (330 and 800 kHz),  The small size of this system provides the utmost in portability.

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Over-the-phone training and support is available in one hour blocks for $85

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YELLOW FIN Side-scan Sonar

Following the great success of the SportScan Side-scan Sonar, customers requested a system that would work to a greater depth.  This 3 frequency unit works to 300 metres (1000 ft)  A containerized tether management system, easily handles up to 1000 meters (3000 ft) of cable in a ship-able package.  Now you can have a high resolution 3 frequency side-scan sonar in a easy to manage and transport system.  (Shipping late October, 2004)



*Shown here with contained cable reel

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Depressor Wing

 

This small wing allows the SportScan to tow deeper, using less cable.  Great for deeper searches. 

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Mosaic Software

Sonar-Web generates near real-time sonar mosaics, reports and sonar  websites. See how easy it is to build at-sea sonar mosaics from ALMOST ANY SIDESCAN or SUBBOTOM data source.  SonarWeb now supports XTF™, Q-Mips™, MSTL™, Imagenex™ .81S, Submetrix™ .SRX, Hypack™ .HSX sidescan data formats and sub-bottom data in Delph™, GeoStar™, Benthos and SEG-Y formats with more on the way.   Now includes beam angle correction, navigation editor and bottom tracking features.  

New SonarWeb Pro now supports gridding,  contouring and 3D viewing of single beam bathymetry.  A total of 4 views are available: Shaded Relief, Wireframe, Filled Contour and Sidescan Mosaic draped over Shaded relief mode

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Layback and Offset Calculator

 

This inexpensive, easy to use software simplifies the calculation of target position.  This small always on top window allows you to calculate the exact geodetic location from side-scan and other surveys by simply entering in the boat position, heading, layback and offset.  Not only does it perform the calculations in a flash, it allows you to save your targets, with comments to a file importable by other software including GIS and navigation.  Anyone doing survey operations cannot afford to be without this inexpensive time saver.  

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USB GPS Unit

 

Connects easily to your NoteBooks USB port, the unit receives power through the USB connector, eliminating extra cables. 
Features:
12-parallel channel GPS Chipset with low power consumption signal processor. WAAS enabled.
Standard NMEA 0183 V 2.2 output protocol. Supplies GGA, GLL, VTG, RMC, GSA and GSV sentences. 
Works with any software supporting standard NMEA output. 

 

Low cost  -  Great performance

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Scanning, Imaging and Profiling Sonar

 

881A Scanning Sonar

Now with Multi-frequency Sonar, operators can generate highly detailed full-scale images with just one unit.  The 881A is a programmable multi-frequency digital imaging sonar that you can operate using default frequency settings or customize the configurations for your own situation.  High performance, lower cost, low power and simple set-up and installation, make this sonar perfect for the largest ROV's to the smallest inspection ROV's, plus AUV or UUV applications.

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881A Profiling Sonar

Now with Multi-frequency Sonar, operators can fine-tune their profiling range resolution.  The Model 881A Profiling Sonar Head is a programmable, multi-frequency, digital scanning sonar that you can operate using default settings or customize the configurations for your own situation.  High performance, lower cost, low power and simple set-up and installation, make this sonar perfect for all profiling applications.

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881A Azimuth Drive

The Model 881A Azimuth Drive is a rugged and powerful rotary actuator drive that can be coupled to an Model 881A Profiling Sonar.  The two axes of rotation in this combined unit provide the capability to obtain accurate, high resolution range information in any direction.  In standard applications, profiles may be made in any direction by simply commanding the Azimuth Drive to rotate the attached profiling sonar anywhere in a circle.  The profiling sonar can then perform a cross-sectional scan before being rotated to a new azimuth angle.  The Azimuth Drive uses the same RS-485 serial communications line and command structure as the profiling head.  A single, simple to use PC compatible computer program operates both, and full communications protocol specifications are provided for designing customized software.

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881A EchoSounder

The Model 881A Echo Sounder is a completely self-contained echo sounder with a serial output.  It is mounted in a pressure-proof housing with an underwater connector for use in depths up to 3000 meters (10000 feet).  It can be used as a standard echo sounder or with digitized first returns only.  Its requirements are minimal, needing only a power source and a digital interface to an external device such as a personal or laptop computer.  It uses the 881A control/data format and can be used with the 881A Multiplexer.

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852 Ultra-Miniature

The Model 852 Digital Imaging Sonar was designed for use with the smallest of ROV's.  For maximum flexibility, this is a design with a fluid filled front end and a pressure housing for the electronics.  The unit requires approximately 2.5 Watts from 24 VDC, or optional 48 VDC.  Serial communication is utilized, RS-485 or RS-232 at 115.2 kbps.  This unit will scan a maximum of 360o with a maximum range of 50 meters.  The total weight in water is less than 0.2 kg (0.4 lbs).

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852
ULTRA-MINIATURE ECHO SOUNDER

The Model 852 Digital Echo Sounder was designed for use with the smallest of ROV's.  For maximum  flexibility, the unit requires approximately 1.5 Watts from 24 VDC, or optional 48 VDC.   Serial communication is utilized, RS-485 or RS-232 at 115.2 kbps.  The maximum operating range is 50 meters.

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DF-1030 Sub-Bottom Profiler

When there is a need to know what is buried beneath the ocean floor, the Model DF-1030 Sub-Bottom Profiler can provide the answer.  This sub-bottom profiler uses a conical beam of 10 - 30 kHz to penetrate the bottom up to 10 meters (depending on bottom hardness) and uses a proprietary DF technology to provide 1 centimeter range resolution within the seabed.

The Model DF-1030 has been designed for ease of use.  The unit communicates directly to a laptop PC computer. This software package provides a simple user interface, but includes advanced capabilities such as data storage and playback, GPS integration, and echo sounder overlay.  

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Multiple Receiver Sonar

Multiple receiver sonar system designed to provide video-like imaging with all the advantages of underwater sonar. Innovative digital signal processing is used to optimize data usage from all channels to achieve the best possible resolution at every point in the field of view. Recent advances in computing power have made it possible to transfer and process this data at resolutions equal to computer monitor resolution, and with image frame rates of better than 20 frames per second!

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Accessories

 

Cable Towing Clamp

This simple but effective clamp provides a means to quickly adjust the cable tow length and then hold the cable securely.  The specially designed jaw holds the cable tight but is gentle to the jacket.  A must for any towing application.  Accepts cables up to 1/2 inch (12mm), larger models possible.

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USB to RS-232 Serial Adapter

Many of the new laptops may not have standard RS-232 serial ports of may have only one port when you need two.  This adapter allows for a fast and inexpensive way to add additional ports.

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Shark Marine also carries a wide range of other sonar and specialized survey systems.  Please feel free to contact us to discuss any survey applications you may have.

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