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COLOR SECTOR SCANNING SONAR

MODEL CH-37
 Your Local Agent/Dealer

9-52 Ashihara-cho,
Nishinomiya, Japan

Telephone : 0798-65-2111
Telefax : 0798-65-4200

All rights reserved. Printed in Japan

FIRST EDITION : JUL. 1998
E : MAY. 17,2002
PUB.No. IME-13030-E
*00080821301*
( TENI ) CH-37 *00080821301*
*00080821301*

*IME13030E00*
*IME13030E00*
*IME13030E00*
 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Install the specified transducer tank
Do not open the equipment in accordance with the installation
unless totally familiar with instructions. If a different tank is to be
electrical circuits and installed the shipyard is solely respon-
service manual. sible for its installation, and it should
be installed so the hull will not be
Only qualified personnel damaged if the tank strikes an object.
should work inside the
equipment. The tank or hull may be damaged if the
tank strikes an object.
Turn off the power at the switchboard
before beginning the installation. If a steel tank is installed on a wooden
or FRP vessel, take appropriate
Fire or electrical shock can result if the measures to prevent electrolytic
power is left on. corrosion.

Do not install the equipment where it Electrolytic corrosion can damage the
may get wet from rain or water splash. hull.

Water in the equipment can result in fire, Be sure that the power supply is
electrical shock or equipment damage. compatible with the voltage rating of
the equipment.
Be sure no water leaks in at the trans-
ducer installation site. Connection of an incorrect power supply
can cause fire or equipment damage. The
Water leakage can sink the vessel. Also voltage rating of the equipment appears
confirm that the transducer will not loosen on the label above the power connector.
by ship’s vibration. The installer of the
equipment is solely responsible for the
proper installation of the equipment.
FURUNO will assume no responsibility for
any damage associated with improper
installation.

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 CAUTION
Ground the equipment to
prevent electrical shock and
mutual interference.

Observe the following compass safe

distances to prevent deviation of a
magnetic compass:
Standard Steering
compass compass
Display
unit 2.2 m 1.6 m

WORKING WITH THE SONAR OIL

Precautions
• Keep oil away from eyes. Wear protective
gloves when working with the oil. The oil
can cause inflammation of the eyes.
• Do not touch the oil. Wear protective
gloves when working with the oil. The oil
can cause inflammation of the skin.
• Do not ingest the oil. Diarrhea or vomiting
can result.
• Keep the oil out of reach of children.

Emergency
• If the oil enters eyes, flush with clean
water about 15 min. Consult a physician.
• If the oil contacts skin, wash with soap
and water.
• If the oil is ingested, see a physician
immediately.

Disposal of oil and its container

Dispose of oil and its container in accord-
ance with local regulations. For further
details, contact place of purchase.

Storage
Seal container to keep out foreign
material. Store in dark place.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

EQUIPMENT LISTS ................................................................................................... iv

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ................................................................................... v

MOUNTING
1.1 Hull Unit ..................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Transceiver Unit ...................................................................................................... 1-13
1.3 Display Unit ............................................................................................................. 1-14
1.4 Grounding the Display Unit and Transceiver Unit ................................................... 1-14
1.5 Motion Sensor MS-100 (Option) ............................................................................. 1-15
1.6 External Interface (Option) ...................................................................................... 1-15
1.7 Logarithm Amplifier Video Sounder ........................................................................ 1-17
1.8 Clinometer BS-704 (option) ..................................................................................... 1-19

WIRING
2.1 Wiring Among Units ................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Synchronizing Transmission with Echo Sounder or Other Sonar ............................. 2-4

ADJUSTMENTS
3.1 General Checks ........................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Adjustment of Transceiver Unit ................................................................................. 3-2
3.3 Heading Alignment .................................................................................................... 3-3
3.4 Adjustment of Motion Sensor, Clinometer ................................................................. 3-4
3.5 Soundome Painting ................................................................................................... 3-5
3.6 LED Status ................................................................................................................ 3-6

CHANGING SPECIFICATIONS
4.1 System Menu ............................................................................................................ 4-1

INSTALLATION MATERIALS, SPARE PARTS, ACCESSORIES .... A-1

OUTLINE DRAWINGS ............................................................................................ D-1
INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM ...................................................................... S-1
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS ..................................................................................... S-2

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 EQUIPMENT LISTS
Standard Supply
Name Type Code No. Qty Remarks
Display Unit CH-370 – 1
Transceiver Unit CH-341 – 1 60/81/113/162 kHz, select one
60/81/113/162 kHz, 24/32 VDC,
Hull Unit CH-342 – 1
Shaft length 1.17/2.2/3.8 m
CP06-01100 000-068-457 Cable length: 15 m (standard supply)
Select
Installation Materials CP06-01110 000-068-458 one Cable length: 30 m
CP06-01120 000-068-459 Cab le length: 50 m
Spare Parts SP06-01000 000-068-454 1 set
Accessories FP06-01600 000-068-460 1 set Hood, vinyl cover

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Optional Equipment
Name Type Code No. Remarks
Motion Sensor MS-100
Clinometer BS-704
Remote Control Box CH-343
Steel Retraction Tank 06-007-1570 000-065-066 1.0 m
Steel Retraction Tank SHJ-0001 000-066-643 1.8 m
Steel Retraction Tank 06-007-1571 000-065-070 3.5 m
FRP Retraction Tank SHJ-0022 000-066-644 1m
FRP Retraction Tank 06-007-1573 000-065-067 1.8 m
Aluminum Retraction Tank OP10-5 000-069-763 1 m, with inst. materials
Rectifier RU-1746B-2 000-030-439 110/220 VAC, 2 sets required
E/S Interface VI-1100A 000-021-805
Handle OP03-70 008-423-420
Loudspeaker SC-05WR 000-136-156 4 ohm
Cable Assembly MJ-A6SPF0012-050 000-134-424 64S4073-1, 5 m, 6 pin - 6 pin
Cable Assembly MJ-A6SPF0012-100 000-133-817 64S4071-1, 10 m, 6 pin - 6 pin
Cable Assembly MJ-A6SPF0011-050 000-132-244 03S9202-1, 5 m, 6 pin - 4 pin
Cable Assembly MJ-A6SPF0011-100 000-132-336 03S9226-1, 10 m, 6 pin - 4 pin
5-pair Twisted Cable CO-SPEVV-SB-C 0.2 x 5P 000-560-451 5m
5-pair Twisted Cable CO-SPEVV-SB-C 0.2 x 5P 000-560-452 10 m
5-pair Twisted Cable CO-SPEVV-SB-C 0.2 x 5P 000-560-417 15 m
5-pair Twisted Cable CO-SPEVV-SB-C 0.2 x 5P 000-103-868 20 m
For extension of cable between
48-core Cable 06S4056 000-126-160 hull unit and transceiver unit,
specify length
Filter FP02-02620 002-007-290
External E/S Interface OP06-13 000-068-455
External Monitor Interface OP06-14 000-068-456

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 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
OPTIONAL SUPPLY STANDARD SUPPLY

LOUDSPEAKER DISPLAY UNIT

SC-05WR CH-370

REMOTE CONTROL BOX

CH-343

DPYCYS-2
External

250V-
Interface
02S8040 6M OP06-13
(Built-in)

06S4067 15/30/50M
24-32V DC
External
EXTERNAL Interface
MONITOR OP06-14
MOTION Clinormeter (Built-in)
SENSOR or BS-704
MS-100

250V-DPYCYS-2
250V-DPYCYS-2

250V-DPYCYS-2

250V-DPYCYS-2
: Connector to fitted at installation
: Connector fitted at factory
: Crimp-on lug to be fitted at installation

NOTE 1: Two sets of rectifiers are necessary for AC mains.

NOTE 2: DC ship's mains only. For AC ship's mains, the power
is supplied directly from the rectifier unit to the trans-
ceiver unit.

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Hull unit assembly combination

R
/
L

D
R
I Power Freq. Type Code No.
V
E
113kHz
U
N
I
T
113kHz

Standard Option

S
H
A
F
T

Type Code No. Type Code No. Type Code No.

2.7 m cable 3.7 m cable 5.3m cable

S
O
U
N
D
O
M
E
Power Freq. Type Code No. Power Freq. Type Code No. Power Freq. Type Code No.

113 113 113

T
A
N
K

Mat. Type Code No.

Steel Mat. Type Code No. Mat. Type Code No.
Steel Steel
Alum.

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 MOUNTING
1.1 Hull Unit
General mounting considerations
• Noise and air bubbles will affect performance.
• Keep the transducer away from oil. Oil can corrode the cable.
• Do not expose the transducer to hot water. Hot water can damage the trans-
ducer.
• Do not turn on the equipment with the transducer exposed to air. Exposing the
transducer to air may damage it.

Installation position considerations

Discussion and agreement are required with the dockyard and ship owner in
deciding the location for the hull unit. When deciding the location, take into ac-
count the following points:
• Select an area where propeller noise, cruising noise, bubbles and interference
from turbulence are minimal. Generally, the point at 1/3 to 1/2 of the ship’s
length from the bow or near the keel is the best. On-the-keel installation is
advantageous for minimizing oil consumption in comparison with off-the-keel.
If the hull unit cannot be installed on the keel, the center of the retraction tank
should be within 1 meter of the keel to prevent a rolling effect.

1/2 1/3 Within 1 m

Figure 1-1 Installation location for hull unit

• Select a place where interference from the transducers of other sounding equip-
ment is minimal. The hull unit should be at least 2.5 meters away from the
transducers of other sounding equipment.
• An obstacle in the fore direction not only causes a shadow zone but also aer-
ated water, resulting in poor sonar performance. Be sure to locate the trans-
ducer well away from any obstacle in the fore direction.

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Mounting method
A typical mounting method is shown in the outline drawing at the back of this
manual. Consult ship’s owner, dockyard and user to determine appropriate mount-
ing method. Pay attention to safety (strength, watertighness) first, followed by
ease of maintenance and inspection.

Tank length
Shorten the transducer tank so the trans-
Cable gland
ducer is lowered into water as deep as pos-
sible.
Washer
Pay particular attention to the tank length Lt.
Determine the length of the main shaft as Gasket
described in the paragraph “Assembling and
mounting of hull unit.” Main shaft
(1.17 m)
Note 1: Do not shorten the 1 meter retrac-
tion tank. Shortening it may also necessitate Welding bead
shortening of the top part of the main shaft,
thereby destroying the watertight construc-
tion of the 1.17 meter shaft.
Note 2: When the retraction tank is con-
structed locally, finish it so that welding beads
do not protrude on the inner surface of the
tank. The tank guide will hit the bead, burn-
ing out the raise/lower motor. Also, do not Welding bead
position the welding bead in the ship’s fore-
aft line.
Note 3: Use of other manufacturer’s tank is
permitted. However, the dimensions should
be the same as those in the transducer tank
outline drawing. Figure 1-1 Transducer tank
length and welding bead
Mounting of transducer tank
Install the transducer tank referring to the hull
unit outline drawings at the back of this 10°
manual.

Note: Locate one of the bolt holes 10° to port

to minimize mechanical shock at the raise/ Figure 1-2
lower block during pitching and rolling. Transducer tank

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Assembling and mounting of hull unit
The hull unit is shipped disassembled as the parts shown in the hull unit kit on
pages 1-10 and 1-11. Assemble the hull unit as shown in the procedure below.

Necessary tools

Name Specification Remarks

Wrench For M10 (Hex. size 17 mm)
Wrench For M20 (Hex. size 20 mm)
Pipe Wrench 55 mm
Ball Wrench Hex size 4 mm Supplied with hull unit kit

1. Unscrew 10 pieces of socket head cap screws with the ball wrench (supplied)
to detach the soundome.

Socket head cap screw

Rotate 3 or 4 turns (10 pcs, M5 x 30)
by hand to make Spring washer
sure that turning
mechanisms are
functioning properly.
O-ring

Kinoruster: Anti-crevice Remove

Apply Kinoruster.
corrosion sealant (supplied)

SOUNDOME
Protective sponge

Figure 1-3 Detaching the soundome

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 2. Fill the soundome with sonar oil 6 cm below the top of the dome. (Use only
the specified sonar oil. Use of other sonar oils may affect performance.) Reat-
tach the soundome.

Frequency (kHz)
CAUTION
60 81 113 162 WORKING WITH THE SONAR OIL
Sonar oil 4L Precautions
No Yes Yes Yes • Keep oil away from eyes. Wear protective
(000-824-033)
gloves when working with the oil. The oil
Super sonar oil 4L can cause inflammation of the eyes.
Yes No No No • Do not touch the oil. Wear protective
(000-804-568)
gloves when working with the oil. The oil
can cause inflammation of the skin.
• Do not ingest the oil. Diarrhea or vomiting
can result.
• Keep the oil out of reach of children.
Ball
wrench Emergency
Sonar oil • If the oil enters eyes, flush with clean water
about 15 minutes. Consult a physician.
• If the oil contacts skin, wash with soap and
water.
• If the oil is ingested, see a physician
5 cm immediately.

Use packing material Disposal of oil and its container

to support soundome. Dispose of oil and its container in accord-
ance with local regulations. For further
details, contact place of purchase.

Storage
Seal container to keep out foreign
material. Store in dark place.

Figure 1-4 Filling the soundome with sonar oil

3. Shorten the main shaft by the length of Lt + 110 mm, where Lt is the length of
the retraction tank. When the retraction tank length is 1 meter do not shorten
the 1.17 meter main shaft.

Supplied Length: 1.17 m (2.2 m, 3.8 m)

Lt + 110 mm

Take care not to Chamfer edge to

scratch. protect O-ring from
damage.

Figure 1-5 How to shorten the main shaft

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4. Fasten the main shaft to the soundome assembly as follows:
a) Attach screw lock nut to main shaft.
b) Fully screw main shaft into the soundome neck, and then unscrew by four
turns. Coat threads with adhesive (HIGH SUPER).
c) Screw in main shaft completely and tighten the lock nut with spanner.
d) Tighten socket-set screw on lock nut.
e) Fasten two reinforce metal fittings to connect the main shaft and the
soundome assembly securely (Not using the stopper washer).

While holding soundome neck with pipe

wrench, tighten lock nut with wrench.

Lock nut

Reinforcement
metal fittings
Apply adhesive
(HIGH SUPER).
Set screw

Reinforcement
metal fittings M10 × 100
SW, PW, Nut

Figure 1-6 How to fasten main shaft to soundome assembly

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5. Clean the main shaft and pass it through the main body flange.

Check that O-ring

is in position.

Main body flange

Figure 1-7 Passing main shaft through the main body flange

6. Set the grease cotton to the main body flange and tighten the grease cotton
retainer temporarily.

Wind grease cotton Space joints of grease

onto main shaft and cotton 120° apart and push
cut it as shown below. them into body flange.

Flat washer

Figure 1-8 Installing grease cotton on the main shaft

7. Temporarily fasten the fastening band onto the main shaft at the location shown
below.

Lt: Tank Length Lt - 430 mm

Fastening band

Figure 1-9 Fastening the fastening band on the main shaft

8. Inscribe bow mark at the top of the main shaft. Pass pipe clamp through the
main shaft and install washer, gasket, and cable gland.

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 Inscribe bow mark,
referring to the bow mark
on the soundome.
Pipe clamp
Gasket
Cable gland

70 Hold here with Flat washer

pipe wrench.
Pipe cap
3

Tighten cable gland for

gap of approx. 3 mm.
For 2.2 m, 3.8 m shaft

Figure 1-10 Passing pipe clamp, gasket, flat washer and cable gland on main shaft

9. Fasten the hull unit to the transducer tank, orienting it so the ship’s fore-aft
line crosses the front panel of the raise/lower drive block at an angle of ap-
proximately 45 degrees.

M20 x 90 (8 pcs)
M20 Flat washer
45°

BOW
Outer edges of main body
flange and tank should be
in line with one another. Orient the hull unit as above
to minimize shock and vibration
on the raise/lower drive block
Wipe off foreign material. when ship is pitching and
rolling.
M20 F.W.
M20 S.W. Apply Kinoruster.
M20 Nut

CAUTION:
1. Do not drag hull unit on floor.
2. Do not rest hull unit against wall.

Figure 1-11 Fastening the hull unit to the transducer tank

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10.Install the raise/lower drive block as follows:
a) Rotate the main shaft so the bow mark faces ship’s bow.
b) Install the raise/lower drive block onto the main body flange.
c) Fix the main shaft with the shaft retainer.
d) Loosen the fastening band, slide it up to the shaft retainer and fasten it.
e) Check that the distance from the top of the main shaft to the top of the
shaft retainer is as follows:
1.17 m main shaft: 75 mm
Main shaft cut at Lt + 110 mm: 15 mm

If not as shown above, loosen shaft retainer and fastening band to adjust the
distance. This will place the bottom of the soundome 10 mm above the bot-
tom of the retraction tank when the soundome is retracted.

Raise/lower Shaft retainer

drive block

1.17 m shaft: 75 mm
Shortened shaft: 15 mm

Fastening band
Bow
mark
Fasten for a gap of
approximately 1 mm.

Fastening band

10 mm

Figure 1-12 Installing the raise/lower drive block

11.Tighten the grease cotton retainer for a gap of 7 to 9 mm.

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 Grease cotton retainer
7 to 9 mm

Grease cotton

Figure 1-13 Tightening the grease cotton retainer

Checking manual raise/lower of transducer with hand

crank
Perform this check after all wiring has been completed. Ship’s mains power must
applied to the hull unit, otherwise the magnetic brake of the raise/lower motor
activates, disabling the manual raise/lower gears.

1. Turn off the breaker on the hull unit.

2. Detach the brake-off switch cover.
3. Set hand crank to the screw shaft gear and turn it while pressing the brake-off
switch.
4. The transducer should rise/lower smoothly with even force in upper to lower
limits. If not, the centers of the main body flange and the retraction tank are
not aligned. Adjust the hull mounting position if necessary.

Brake Off Raise

switch
Lower

Breaker

Raising/lower manually without

connecting ship's mains may
damage motor.

Figure 1-14 How to use the hand crank

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Hull unit installation materials

1-10
 60 kHz
SUPER SONAR
OIL 4L
000-824-033 (000-804-568)

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No. NAME OUTLINE DESCRIPTIONS Q’TY REMARKS

06-018-3305-0
32 REINFORCEMENT 2
METAL FITTING CODE NO. 100-270-580

M10X100 SUS
33 4
HEX. BOLT
CODE NO. 000-141-563

M10 SUS304
34 8
FLAT WASHER
CODE NO. 000-864-131

M10 SUS304
35 4
SPRING WASHER
CODE NO. 000-864-261

M10 SUS304
36 4
HEX. NUT
CODE NO. 000-863-111

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1.2 Transceiver Unit
Mounting considerations
• The mounting location should be well ventilated and dry.
• The unit can be mounted on a bulkhead or the deck. The unit weighs 8.5 kg so
reinforce the mounting location if necessary.
• Secure the maintenance space shown in drawing below for ease of mainte-
nance and service.

75 350 75
32 282 32

100
475
342

505
(30)
66

20 310
120

4 - ∅12 Fixing hole Cable entry

Figure 1-15 Mounting dimensions for the transceiver unit

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1.3 Display Unit
Mounting considerations
Select the mounting location considering the following conditions:
• Select a location where the display unit can easily be operated while observing
the fishing ground or area surrounding the vessel.
• Locate the unit at least 1 meter away from equipment which contains mag-
nets (radar magnetron, loudspeaker).
• A magnetic compass will be affected if placed Within 45°
too close to the display unit. Observe the fol-
lowing compass safe distances to prevent de-
viation to a magnetic compass: Standard
compass, 2.2 m, Steering compass, 1.6 m.
• Select a location not exposed to direct sun-
light, water splash or hot air.
• Select a location which accommodates the
viewing angle shown at right.
Figure 1-16 Display unit

1.4 Grounding the Display Unit and Transceiver Unit

Ground the equipment with a copper strap or ground wire to prevent interfer-
ence.

DISPLAY UNIT
TRANSCEIVER UNIT

Cable clamp

Signal cable
06S4061

Earth terminal
Remove vinyl sheath; ground
cable by cable clamp.

Earth terminal

CAUTION
Ground the equipment to
prevent electrical shock
and mutual interference.

Figure 1-17 Location of earth terminals on display unit and transceiver unit

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1.5 Motion Sensor MS-100 (Option)
The MS-100 measures ship’s pitching and rolling angles with sensors using the
principles of the gyroscope. The MS-100 is free from error caused by ship’s ver-
tical and horizontal motion. Therefore, it can be installed at any convenient loca-
tion. However, ship’s semi-permanent inclination due to loading imbalance cannot
be detected. Compensate for this as described in Chapter 3.

Mounting considerations
• Vibration in the mounting area should be FORE
θ ≤ 5°
minimal.
• Locate the unit away from areas subject
to water splash.
AFT
• The ambient temperature should not ex-
ceed 50°C.
Figure 1-18 Motion sensor MS-100
Mounting procedure
Orient the FORE mark on the unit toward the ship’s bow and mount the unit level
to within 5° in all directions.

1.6 External Interface (Option)

This section shows how to install External E/S Interface (type OP06-13) and/or
the External Monitor Interface (type OP06-14).

For connecting external monitor, prepare mini D-SUB 15 pin cable (male-male).

Recommended cable : EVNPSO5-50ft, manufactured by Black Box Japan Co.,Ltd.

External monitor interface installation kit

Part Type, Q'ty Code No. Q'ty

External Monitor Interface Assy. - - 1
XH Connector Assy. 06-313 (13-13P) 006-550-840 1
Screw M3x6 000-881-103 4
Screw M3x8 000-881-404 1
Cable Ties No.249 000-515-871 1

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External E/S interface installation kit

Part Type, Q'ty Code No. Q'ty

External E/S Interface Assy. - - 1
XH Connector Assy. 06-312 (6-6P) 006-550-830 1
Screw M3x6 000-881-103 4
Screw M3x8 000-881-404 1
Cable Ties No.249 000-515-871 1

1. Remove the display unit cover.

2. Remove the dummy plate at the rear of the display unit.

Remove this dummy plate

and fasten External Inter-
face module here.

Figure 1-19 Display unit, rear view

3. Connect XH connector assy. to the Interface Module.

4. Fasten the Interface Module to the display unit with M3 x 6 screws and one
M3 x 8 screw.
For connecting External Monitor Interface (OP06-14) and External E/S inter-
face (OP06-13), remove ESIF Board from OP06-13, and fix ESIF Board on
OP06-14.
For connecting logarithm amplifier video sounder, refer to next page.

5. Connect between J2 on the ESIF Board (06P0237) and J3 on the MAIN Board;
connect between J1 on the RGB-BUFF Board (03P9229) and J4 on the MAIN
Board.

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 6. Bind cables with the cable tie (supplied).

Pass cables from RBG-BUFF

Board (03P9229) through clamp.
Bind cables
with cable tie.
J4 Fix External Interface module
with M4 x 8 screws.

External
Interface module

FRONT REAR

J3

MAIN Board
06P0227

Figure 1-20 Display unit, cover removed, right side view

7. Close the cover.

1.7 Logarithm Amplifier Video Sounder

For connecting external video souder (logarithm amplifier:FCV-291,292,1000),
modify ESIF board of OP06-13 (as below) and the INTERFACE UNIT VI-1100A.
For INTERFACE UNIT VI-1100A modification, refer to installation manual of
INTERFACE UNIT VI-1100A.

Modification of E/S interface

1. Remove chip resistor R14 from ESIF board (06P0237).

2. Solder vinyl wire between TP2 and TP4.

R14 TP2
TP4
06P0237

Remove R14

J1 TP0 R14 TP2

TP4
TP3 Vinyl wire
TP1
06P0237

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Note 1: Set “RES.COLOR” field in the E/S menu to “LOG”.
Note 2: Adjust “GAIN ” and “N.L.” of E/S memu.

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1.8 Clinometer BS-704 (Option)

The clinometer detects ship’s inclination caused by ship’s rolling and pitching
and its output is used to stabilize the sonar beam against rolling and pitching.

The clinometer is, in principle, a pendulum. It measures the inclination of the ship
by sensing the direction of gravity acted on it and therefore when installed on a
ship, it should be placed on or near the rotation axes of the ship’s rolling and
pitching. If it is placed away, upward from the axes, the measured value be-
comes larger than the correct value. On the contrary, if it is placed below the
axes, the measured value becomes smaller. The same can be said when it is
placed far to the left or right from the axes.

The rotation axes of pitching and rolling are theoretically considered to be lo-
cated on the level of the ship’s draft and in the center of ship. In other words, it
can be said as follows.

1) Vertical position of the pitching and rolling axes is on the draft level of the
ship.
2) Horizontal position of the rolling axis is in the center of ship’s port-starboard
line.
3) Horizontal position of the pitching axis is in the center of ship’s fore-aft line.

From 1), 2) and 3) above, the crossing point of the two axes is indicated by the
black dots in Figure 1-21. The clinometer should be mounted as close as pos-
sible to this point.

Pitching Axis
Rolling Axis

Figure 1-21 Installation Position of Clinometer

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Cautions:

(1) The vicinity of the hull unit (on the ship’s bottom) is too low and should be
avoided, since the polarity of the measured value is reversed.
(2) When it is impossible to install the clinometer on the intersecting point of
both rolling and pitching rotational axes, a special effort should be made to
install it at place where the vertical distance to the intersecting point is
minimum.
(3) The clinometer should be installed on the horizontal plane.
(4) Install the clinometer with the bow mark pointing in toward the
ship’s bow.

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 WIRING
2.1 Wiring Among Units
• The figure on the next page shows wiring among units.
• The signal cables are fitted with connectors. Connect the cables to the display,
transceiver and hull units referring to the interconnection diagram and the draw-
ing on page S-1.
• The power cable should be arranged locally. Use power cable type DPYCYS-2
and DPYCYS-1.25 (both Japan Industrial Standard cables) or equivalent cables.
Attach supplied power connector as shown below.
Ground armor through connector clamp.

#1 pin (+)
#2 pin (-)
#3 pin

Conductor*
DPYCYS-1.25 Insulator
S = 1.25 mm2
φ = 14.1 mm Inclusion
Tape
DPYCYS-2.0 Braid
S = 2.0 mm2 Sheath
φ = 15.2 mm
Armor
Vinyl sheath

DPYCYS-1.25, DPYCYS-2

Figure 2-1 Power cable DPYCYS-1.25, DPYCYS-2

• Install the main switch for the sonar where it can be easily accessed. Turn off
this switch when the sonar is not being used, to reduce power consumption
and to prevent the transducer from slipping by vibration.
• For AC mains, use two rectifiers RU-1746B, one for the display and transceiver
units and the other for the hull unit.

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 CH-370
DISPLAY UNIT
EXTERNAL DISPLAY
E/S
LOUDSPEAKER
SC-05WR
NAV1 NMEA
NAV2 NMEA

BS-704 or MS-100
ClLINOMETER MOTION SENSOR COPPER STRAP

1+
2-
3 SHIELD
Ground armor
at terminal

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DPYCYS-2
DC 24-32V

DPYCYS-1.25
Ground
armor at
terminal

DPYCYS-2

DPYCYS-2

Figure 2-2 Cabling diagram

 Front side
Pass three cables
thru proper cable
entry holes.
Rear side

Note)

Ground
Terminal

Note)
Ground armor by
metal clamp.

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2.2 Synchronizing Transmission with Echo Sounder
or Other Sonar
To synchronize transmission of the CH-37 with an echo sounder or other type of
sonar, connect it as shown below.

Connections for synchronizing Tx with other E/S, sonar

DISPLAY UNIT E/S, SONAR

CH-37 accepts a positive
06P0228 J3 KP with amplitude of 5 V
KP1 > 3 > to 15 V.
KP OUT
EXT SW > 5 > +5 V to 15 V
GND > 8 > GND

Make a hole for cable entry at the left side of the rear panel.
Figure 2-3 Connection of display unit to other sonar

FRONT REAR

J3

MAIN Board SNR Board

06P0227 06P0228

Figure 2-4 Display unit, cover removed, right side view

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Menu setting
1. Press the MENU key.
2. Select SONAR at the top of the menu.

MENU : SONAR BOTTOM/3D DUAL E/S

TX RATE (MAX 10) : 10

TX PULSE LENGTH : LONG SHORT
TX OUTPUT POWER : A B C (MAX)
TX EXT SYNC : OFF ON
IR : OFF ON
STABILIZER : OFF ON
COLOR : 16 8
RES. COLOR : LOG LINEAR SQUARE
EXIT : PRESS MENU KEY

Figure 2-5 SONAR menu

3. Set TX EXT SYNC to ON.

4. Press the MENU key.

Note: Outputting KP of CH-37 to other sonar, echo sounder

DISPLAY UNIT
06P0228 J3
KPO > 2 > (E/S, SONAR)
GND > 8 >
CH-37 accepts positive
KP with amplitude of
0V to 5V.

Outputting KP of CH-37 to other sonar, echo sounder

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 ADJUSTMENTS

3.1 General Checks

Table 3-1 General checks

Check Item Check point, Rating

On-keel Installation

Flush with keel

Retraction tank level
Off-keel Installation

Above keel
Within 1 m

Clearance between transducer and bottom of

retraction tank when transducer is
completely retracted by hand crank.
1 cm

Transducer travel (lowered by hand crank)

Note: When checking, a clearance of

approximately 1 meter is required under the
bottom of the transducer. Minimum 30 cm

Transducer can be raised/lowered smoothly

Manual raise/lower of transducer
with hand crank.

Transducer heading

Bow mark inscribed on main shaft

should face ship's bow.

(Continued on next page)

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 Table 3-1 General checks (con’t)

Check Item Check point, Rating

• All cables are correctly connected.

• All lead wires are tightly fixed with contact
pins or crimp-on lugs.
Wiring check
• All screws are firmly fastened.
• Cables are firmly secured.
• Cable shields are properly grounded.
• Noise generating machinery (motor, radio-
telephone, TV set, etc.) are not placed
Rejecting source of noise and interference nearby.
• Magnetic devices are not placed in the
vicinity of display unit.

Ground Each unit is grounded with a copper strap.

Ship's mains voltage Ship's mains voltage is stable 24 or 32 VDC.

Water should not leak from the main body

Watertightness
flange or along the main shaft.

Heading alignment A target is displayed on the correct bearing.

3.2 Adjustment of Transceiver Unit

Selecting audio frequency
Select audio frequency of 1000 Hz or 900 Hz by jumper connector JP2 on pcb
06P0192 in the transceiver unit. The default setting is 1000 Hz. Refer to Figure
3-1 for the location of JP2.

Signal offset adjustment

When noise appears on the screen, adjust R61 (offset) on pcb 06P0192. Turning
R61 clockwise slices off low level signals in a similar way to the CLUTTER con-
trol on the display unit. (While the CLUTTER control on the display unit elimi-
nates low level signals without changing signal level of strong signals, R61 shifts
signal level of all signals.) When the offset adjustment is necessary, set R61 fully
counterclockwise. Refer to Figure 3-1 for the location of R61.

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 Horizontal beamwidth
When the user wishes echoes to be displayed in high resolution, turn R40 on pcb
06P0192 clockwise to sharpen horizontal beamwidth. Do not turn it excessively
clockwise, or an echo which should be displayed as a single solid mass may
become hollow or split into smaller, fewer masses. Normally, set R40 at the mid-
point of its travel.

06P0192
JP2

HI LO
R61

R40

Photo No. 2058

Figure 3-1 Transceiver unit, cover opened

3.3 Heading Alignment

1. Locate a target (buoy, etc.) in the bow direction and display it on the screen at
close range. The heading alignment is correct when the target is displayed at
12 o’clock on the screen.

Heading

Buoy 12 o'clock position

When on-screen target is

skewed right, transducer
heading is skewed left.

Figure 3-2 Checking heading alignment

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 2. When the heading alignment is incorrect,
loosen four bolts on the shaft retainer and Shaft retainer
then rotate the main shaft to align head-
ing.
Loosen two bolts
3. Tighten bolts.

Figure 3-3 Main shaft

3.4 Adjustment of Motion Sensor, Clinometer

When the ship has a semi-permanent inclination, offset it as follows. Inclination
of up to 10° can be corrected.

1. Turn on the power while pressing the MENU key. Release the MENU key
when you hear a beep.
2. Select DISPLAY TEST.

** DISPLAY TEST **
PROGRAM NO. 0650101-xxx MAIN PANEL
ROM OK * * *
SRAM OK 12 12
VRAM OK 0 255
SIO1 OK 12 0
SIO2 OK 0 0 0
TX FREQUENCY 60KHZ X: 0 Y: 0
ROLL 0 0 0 0
Roll, pitch
angles PITCH 0 0

REMOTE CONTROL SUB PANEL

0 0 0 255 255 255 *
0 0 0 * *
0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 EXIT
0 0 0

EXIT : PRESS MENU KEY

Figure 3-4 Display test results

3. Read ROLL/PITCH angles from the display.

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 4. By using a clinometer or other means, measure ship’s semi-permanent incli-
nation angle. Take the polarity of the angle as follows:

+ – + –
0 0

ROLL: Starboard up: +, Starboard down: -

PITCH: Stern up: +, Stern down: -
Figure 3-5 Measuring ship’s semi-permanent inclination angle

5. Adjust the potentiometers R35 (ROLL) and R36 (PITCH) on the SNR Board
(06P0228) in the display unit so angle readouts on the screen agree with the
angles measured at step 4.

3.5 Soundome Painting

When the soundome is painted to keep marine life off the transducer, observe
the following precautions:
• Use only anti-fouling paint type MARINE STAR 20 (Manufacturer: Chugoku
Marine Paint Co., Ltd., Japan).
• Paint only the plastic portion of the dome. Painting the metal parts causes cor-
rosion.

Paint area

Figure 3-6 Where to paint the soundome

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3.6 LED Status
Display unit
Settings

Range: 400 m
Tx output power: C (max)
Tilt: 0°
Tx Rate: 10

PWR Board MAIN Board SNR Board

06P0229 06P0227 06P0228

Display unit, top view, cover removed Display unit, side view, cover removed

Figure 3-6 Location of printed circuit boards in the display unit

Table 3-2 LEDs in the display unit

Off: ¡ Flickering: ' Lighting: o

LED
PCB Remarks
No. Signal Status

CR2 +5V o
MAIN
06P0227
CR4 +12V o
CR5 -12V o

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 Table 3-2 LEDs in the display unit (con’t)

Off: ¡ Flickering: ' Lighting: o

LED
PCB Remarks
No. Signal Status

CR4 L CONT ¡ Off except when transducer is being lowered.

Flickers while transducer is being trained; off while

CR7 TR CLK '
transducer is stopped.
Flickers while TILT lever is pressed; off while TILT
CR9 TI CLK '
lever is released.
CR12 TR 0° ' Lights momentarily when is trained to 0° direction.
SNR Board
06P0228 CR14 TR 180° ' Lights momentarily when is trained to 180° direction.
Lights momentarily when transducer tilt angle is +10°
CR16 TI +10° ¡ or 90°. See * below.
Lights momentarily when transducer tilt angle is +90°
CR17 TI 190° ¡ or 190°. See * below.

CR20 HULL o Lights while ship's mains is supplied to hull unit.

CR21 KP ' Flickers during transmission.

CR21 +5V o
CR22 +12V o
CR25 IN HL ¡ Lights when overvoltage protector operates.
PWR Board
06P0229 CR26 +115V o Power supply for color monitor

Lights momentarily when overvoltage protector for

CR27 -12V ¡ -12V line operates.
Lights momentarily when overvoltage protector for 5V
CR30 5V ¡ line operates.
* In normal operation there is no tilt angle of 190° or +10°.

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 Transceiver unit
PRE Board TX Board
MAIN Board (06P0191) (06P0190)
(06P0192)

Photo No. 2058

Photo No. 2057

Figure 3-7 Transceiver unit

Table 3-3 LEDs in the transceiver unit

Off: ¡ Flickering: ' Lighting: o

LED
PCB Remarks
No. Signal Status

CR11 +5V o
CR12 +12V o
CR13 +130V o
CR39 TX1 ' Flickers during transmission.
CR40 TX2 ' " " "
CR41 TX11 ' " " "
CR42 TX2 ' " " "
TX Board
06P0190 CR43 TX3 ' " " "
CR44 TX10 ' " " "
CR45 TX9 ' " " "
CR46 TX4 ' " " "
CR47 TX5 ' " " "
CR48 TX8 ' " " "
CR49 TX7 ' " " "
CR50 TX6 ' " " "

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 Table 3-3 LEDs in the transceiver unit (con’t)
Off: ¡ Flickering: ' Lighting: o
LED
PCB Remarks
No. Signal Status

CR1 +5V o
PRE Board
06P0191
CR2 +12V o
CR3 -12V o
CR1 +5V o
CR2 +12V o
CR3 -12V o
MAIN Board
06P0192 CR4 AUD ' Flickers by audio slgnal.

CR16 FS o FS signal

CR17 TVG ' Digital TVG signal

CR18 LCLK o TVG signal latch clock

CR9 -12V o

PWR Board
CR10 +12V o
06P0172
CR11 +5V o
CR12 +130V o

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 Hull unit

Photo No. 2056

DRIVE Board
(06P0193)

Figure 3-8 Hull unit

Table 3-4 LEDs in the hull unit

Off: ¡ Flickering: ' Lighting: o
LED
PCB Remarks
No. Signal Status
Lights momentarily when transducer is trained in 0°
CR12 TR0° '
direction.
Lights momentarily when transducer is trained in
CR13 TR180° '
180° direction.
Lights momentarily when transducer is tilted to +10°
CR14 TI +10° ¡ or 90°.
DRIVE Board TI 90° Lights momentarily when transducer is tilted to 90°.
06P0193
CR15 ¡
CR16 +13V o
CR18 TR CLK o Lights when transducer is being trained.

Lights while TILT level is pressed; goes off when

CR19 TI CLK ¡ TILT lever is released.

CR20 +13V o

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 CHANGING SPECIFICATIONS

4.1 System Menu

1. Turn on the power while pressing the MENU key. Release the key when you
hear a beep.
2. Select SYSTEM SETTING.

** SYSTEM SETTING **

3D DISPLAY : OFF ON
SHIP’S POSITION : OFF L/L LOP
CURRENT DATA : OFF ON
DEPTH DATA : OFF ON
HEADING INDICATION : OFF TRUE AZ
NORTH MARK : OFF ON
TRACK : 10R 20R
HDG/SPD DATA : NAV CI
NAV DATA : GPS LORAN C LORAN A
DR DECCA OTHERS
DATA FORMAT FOR NAV2 : NMEA CIF
CIF BAUD RATE : 1200 2400 4800
TVG CORRECTION : OFF 1/2 1
UNIT : m ft fa HIRO
V-MODE MANUAL TRAIN : HALF FULL
DEGAUSSING INTERVAL : 30 SEC
FACTORY SETTING : NO YES

EXIT : PRESS MENU KEY

Figure 4-1 SYSTEM SETTING menu

3. Select items and options with the arrow keys.

4. To return to normal operation, reset the power.

See the next page for system setting menu description.

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 Table 4-1 System setting menu description

Item Description
3D DISPLAY Turns 3D mode on/off.
Turns position indication on/off and selects position format; latitude
SHIP'S POSITION
and longitude or Loran LOP.
CURRENT DATA Turns current (tide) data on/off.
DEPTH DATA Turns depth indication on/off.
Turns heading indication on/off and selects its format; true bearing or
HEADING DISPLAY
azimuth (16 azimuth bearing).
NORTH MARK Turns north marker on/off.
Selects length of courseline plotting; 10R (ten times the range in use)
TRACK
or 20R (twenty times the range in use).
Selects source of data to be used to plot courseline; NAV (Navigator),
HDG/SPD DATA
CI (Current Indicator).
Selects source of position data; GPS, LORAN C LORAN A, DR,
NAV DATA
DECCA, OTHERS.
DATA FORMAT FOR NAV2 Selects data format for nav data; CIF (FURUNO) or NMEA.
CIF BAUD RATE Selects baud rate of CIF data; 1200, 2400, 4800 bps.
Changes TVG curve to compensate for absorption attenuation of
ultrasonic wave in water. OFF, Standard TVG curve, 1/2, 1/2 of
TVG CORRECTION
theoretical absorption value added to TVG curve, 1, Full theoretical
absorption value added to TVG curve.
Selects unit of depth measurement. m, meters; ft, feet; fa, fathoms,
UNIT
HIRO.
Selects manual training sector width for the vertical fan mode. Half,
V-MODE MANUAL TRAIN
half circle, Full, full circle.
Enter interval at which to have the screen degaussed. OFF
DEGAUSSING INTERVAL
degausses the screen at the maximum interval.
FACTORY SETTING Yes restores default system menu settings.

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