Consilium R1 Manual

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SAL R1 Watertrack Speed Log Manual U/N: 701810 E2
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U/N: 701810
SAL R1
Manual
0735
02
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U/N: 701810 E2
SAL R1 WATERTRACK. SPEED LOG M ANUAL
Sec Description Doc.ID

1. INTRODUCTION 701834
2. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 701835
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 701862
4. SAL R1 – OPERATING MENUS 701860
5. INST . OF TRANSDUCER AND BOTTOM PARTS 701849
6. INSTALLATION OF ELECTRONICS UNIT 701850
7. SD1 – INDICATOR 701034
8. SD2 – INDICATOR 701592
9. R1P, TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION (OPTIONAL ) 701859
10. EXTENSION UNIT (OPTIONAL ) N/A
11. IEC 1162-1 / NMEA 0183 701164
12. N/A
13. N/A
14. N/A
15. N/A
16. CALIBRATION AND CALIBR. PROTOCOL 701871
17. SCOPE OF SUPPLY N/A
18. TROUBLE SHOOTING 701863
19. COMMISSIONING DOCUMENTATION N/A
20. SERVICE REPORTS. SERVICE REQUEST DOC. 701877
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Consilium Navigation SAL-R1 Performance
Manual revisions:
Date Version Author Comment

1996-01-27 A0 JAW Created for 701800B4. Released to MarinTech
1996-03-29 A1 JAW Improved version with information for RSC860B (701439B3)
added.
1996-04-02 A2 JAW Changed U/N from 701850 to 701851.
1996-04-09 A3 JAW Improved for RSC860B.
1996-04-10 A4 AJÖ R1P-settings added.
1996-04-11 A5 JAW More R1P-material. JP-settings corrected. Draft version with
pictures indicated.
1996-05-20 A6 JAW 860-inspired version, fully illustrated, released to BSH. No
information on RSC860B.
1996-06-24 A7 JAW Minor corrections.
1996-10-23 A8 JAW Menus and indicators updated
1997-03-26 B0 JAW Approved version. Safety instructions added
1997-09-30 B1 Ajö Minor corrections in sections 3, 7 and 10.
1998-12-17 C0 STE Reorganising of chapters and new Operating menus
1999-01-27 C1 Ajö SD1, SD2 and NMEA/IEC 61162 sections revised
1999-05-03 C2 STE Sections Operating menus and R1P revised
1999-09-02 D0 ABO Consilium Marine replaced by Consilium Navigation
1999-12-02 D1 STE Update 701860 =>B5
1999-12-02 D2 STE ELC installation 701850 => Ad
2001-05-14 D3 HW Update 701164=>IB, 701834=>B5, 701592=>E5,
701871=>A2
2001-06-13 D4 RB Added STU-2 #17 + #18 in 701592
2002-02-06 D5 HW Update 701592 => E5
2002-06-05 E0 RB IEC 61162-1 ed2
2002-07-17 E1 OM Document 701877 added in description
2002-08-19 E2 STE Update 701860 => C3
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Foreword
The purpose of this manual is to fulfil the needs for normal installation, commissioning, every-day use
and also to give enough guidance for ship’s crew and local service agents to pinpoint faulty sub-unit.
We appreciate all comments from readers and users that would help us to improve this manual.
Consilium Navigation AB
Consilium Navigation AB, Finnbodavägen 2, P.O. Box 5021 S-131 05 NACKA, SWEDEN, Tel. +46 8 563 051 00, Fax +46 8 563
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Introduction
The SAL R1 is an acoustic watertrack speedlog based on correlation technique. The concept
consists of a transducer, an Electronics Unit (ELC), repeaters (SD-indicators) and optionally an
extension unit (LPU / LDU). This is in full analogy with R1's predecessor, the Imcor2.
The transducer is very versatile in its possible mounting arrangements. It can be directly fitted into
existing SAL 24 bottom parts to allow a quick updating of an old log system, without a special need
for dry-docking when installing the SAL R1 system.
The SAL R1 speedlog has been developed as an economical unit for accurate measurement of ships
relative speed and distance. This is achieved by using a combination of advanced microprocessor
technology and long experience in the design of logs for merchant shipping and navies around the
world.
The sections of this manual are grouped in the following manner:

• Section 1 (this section) is a short introduction and safety instructions.
• Section 2 contains functional and technical description together with system design. This section
also lists all parts of the speedlog system
• Section 3 contains technical specification.
• Section 4 describes the operating menus.
• Section 5 contains useful information about installation of bottom parts and transducer.
• Section 6 covers installation of Electronics Unit and wiring to this. This section also describes
DIP switch and jumper settings and how to download new software.
• Section 7 gives detailed information about SD1 indicators, including installation procedure.
• Section 8 gives detailed information about SD2 indicators, including installation procedure.
• Section 9 (optional) contains detailed information about the R1P-board.
• Section 10 (optional) contains detailed information about the extension unit in the system. This
could be a Log Processing Unit (LPU) or a Log Distribution Unit (LDU).
• Section 11 defines IEC 1162-1/NMEA 0183 messages used in the log system and provides
useful information when connecting external users to the IEC 1162-1 network of the system.
• Sections 12 to 15 are reserved for future use.
• Section 16 describes the calibration procedure and shows a calibration protocol.
• Section 17 specifies your scope of supply.
• Section 18 contains information for trouble shooting in field situations and also reports sheet for
trouble reporting to Consilium Navigation AB.
• Section 19 is intended for commissioning documentation. Updating information here and
reporting information back to Consilium Navigation AB will aid giving good support in case of
trouble and will thus aid in getting most performance / reliability out of the system.
• Section 20 contains installation, service reports and service request document.
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SAL-R1 System 701835D0.DOC
The SAL-R1 system, Technical Description

Abstract: A short overview of the system and definition of all parts of the SAL-R1 speedlog system.
This section also includes the theory behind acoustic correlation.
Contents:
1. INTRODUCTION 2
2. LIST OF ALL PARTS OF THE SAL-R1 SYSTEM 3
3. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 4
4. TYPICAL INSTALLATION BLOCK DIAGRAM 5
5. BASIC CONCEPT 6
6. ELECTRONICS CABINET 10
7. R1 SOFTWARE 15
Revisions:
960503 C0 JAW Created
960523 C1 JAW Theory chapters added
960603 C2 JAW Illustrated
960625 C3, C4 JAW Minor corrections
961217 C5 JAW ToC included
970326 C6 JAW Definition of all parts of the system included
970426 C7 JAW System definition list updated
981212 C8 ABO/STE Software rev E update
990901 C9 ABO Typographical changes
2002-07-11 D0 STE Update for distance calculation
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1. Introduction
The SAL-R1 system consists of a transducer (TRU), an electronics unit (R1 ELC) and repeaters,
indicators etc. Extension unit between the ELC and repeaters is optional. A standard SAL-R1 can be
connected to any piece of equipment reading NMEA serial data.
The signals from the transducer are processed by a microprocessor within the electronics unit, and are
fed to one or more speed and distance indicators, and to other user equipment.
Figure 1: SAL-R1 PCB
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2. List of all parts of the SAL-R1 system

The following table defines all parts of the SAL-R1 system with their corresponding unit numbers:
Name of unit Unit number
Main Unit
SAL-R1 ELC 701800
R1P Pulse board (optional) 701837
Transducer 705050
Bottom Parts
Mounting set single bottom (MSSB) 71-21520-00
Mounting set single bottom sea valve (MSSBSV) 71-21540-00
Mounting set double bottom sea valve (MSDBSV) 71-21560-00
Mounting set SAL-24 (MSSAL) 71-21500-00
Repeaters – Digital indicators

SD1-1 Indicator (optional) 701061
SD1-2 Indicator 701062
SD2-1 indicator (optional) 701151
Indicator accessories
SDP Power supply 701219
SDF Sealing frame 701169
Bulkhead mounting box 701463
Repeaters – Analogue indicators

SIA 1-3 indicator 71-19816-32
Extension Units
LDU Extension Unit 702100
LPU Extension Unit 701263
Table 1: List of all parts of the SAL-R1 system
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3. Optional equipment
3.1. Indicators
The SAL-R1 speed log system is delivered with an SD1-2 WT speed and distance indicator. If the SAL-
R1 is part of a larger SAL860 system other indicators may be more useful. All indicator versions are
presented in the section on the relevant indicator.
All SD indicators may also be provided with Bulkhead Mounting Box and Sealing Frame Kit for mounting
on open decks. Also available is an SDP converter from 230 VAC to 24 VDC or 48 VAC to power
indicators when only 230 VAC is available.
SD and DD indicators all have digital presentation of speed. If an analogue presentation is desired an
SIA instrument may be added. However, these instruments require an R1P to be mounted on the R1 or an
extension box in the system.
3.2. R1P
If the R1 has an extra serial-to-pulse converter board, R1P, mounted (inside the ELC) data can be output
as pulses (four outputs 200 p/NM, one output 20 000 p/NM, one forward/astern indicator ± 5 V) and
analogue voltage (one output 0,1 V/knots).
When an R1P is mounted the R1 becomes totally compatible with an Imcor2 and can replace the Imcor2
in any installation. If an R1P is present in your log system, this converter board is presented in the
section on R1P.
3.3. Extension box

When the ELC is installed far away from the bridge - e.g. in the forepeak - it is favourable to draw only
one data cable from it to the bridge. On the bridge, or in its vicinity, an extension box is installed. This
could be an LDU or an LPU.
The extension box receives serial data from the ELC and distribute this as pulses, analogue voltage and
serial data to all other equipment on the bridge and elsewhere. If any such equipment is part of your
system, the relevant extension box is explained in detail in the section on extension box.
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4. Typical installation block diagram
Cable diagram
SAL R1
SD SD SD SD SD SD
4 4 4 4 4 4
230/115 VAC LDU (Log Distribution Unit) RELAY OUTPUT

8 x 2 screened cable
50/60 Hz
2 x 2 pair twisted with Output signal cables

screen min. 0,5 mm2. From Log Distribution Unit.
Max. length 400 m. Normal copper shielded ships
Cable min. 0,5 to 1,5 mm2.
230/115 VAC SAL R1 / ELC
50/60 Hz
30 m fixed length. Voltage supplies cables.

Cable integrated Screened cable 3 x 1,5 mm2.
with transducer.
Figure 2: Principle of a SAL-R1 system
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5. Basic concept
The transducer will send two parallel signals into the water. The signal to the forward crystal (TRU cable
1 and 2) will have a frequency of 3.840 MHz and to the astern crystal (TRU cable 4 and 5) 4.194 MHz.
Output amplitude is approximately 25 V in 100 ohms, giving an electrical output of 3 W.
In figure C the theoretical lobe function is shown.
.01 .01
0 0
10
10
20
20
30
30
40
m
20 . log δ Sb , 0 20 . log ( δ Sb ( m , 0 ) )
10
50
40
60
50
70
60
80
70 90
10 6 2 2 6 10 100 0 100
m m
10
Figure 3: Lobe function for Imcor TRU. Y-axis: dB, X-axis: degrees relative to
symmetry axis of transducer element.
The lobe function is very narrow, and no side lobe contributes significantly to the signal content. It is
thus fair to assume that the beam goes perpendicular to the surface of the crystal. Only the main lobe is
considered in the following discussion.
The transmit pulses
25 V
25 V
4.2 MHz
3.8 MHz
Hull Hull
S1 S2
Figure 4: The transmit pulses

Correlation technique is used to calculate the time delay between the signals. The operating frequency,
centred on 4 MHz, has been empirically optimised. It is a trade-off between signal decay, lobe function
and transducer design.
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The signals from the transducer move out into the water. They are reflected by objects and move back to
the transducer. The effective speed for the pulses is thus half the speed of sound in water. The time
delay for signal echo is thus proportional to this speed multiplied with the distance to the object. The
transmitpulse length gives a volume, which may give echo at a given delay. Figure E shows the
measurement water volume, which may give an echo for a transmitpulse. The R1 makes an integration of
the signal for a given time. This is equivalent of the water volume moving outwards during this time at
half the speed of sound.
S1 S2
Hull Hull
1/2 echo time
Integration
time
Water flow direction
Figure 5: Measured water volume

The signals thus received can be regarded as two ”snapshots” of the flow of particles under the ship.
Using correlation technique it is possible to compare how much the signals differs in time. Knowing the
distance between the crystals it is easy to calculate the speed of the particles and hence the speed of the
ship through the water.
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5.1. Acoustical signal

R1 is used to measure relative speed in the boundary layer (see section on calibration) using acoustic
correlation technique. The signal is measured in a water volume at a chosen distance below the hull. The
echo signal is intensity modulated by the particles that traverse the water volume below the sensors.
Correlation technique is used to calculate the time delay (t) between signal S1 and S2. This is called
temporal correlation. If the sensor is based on a one or two-dimensional array the displacement
calculation is called spatial correlation. A number of algorithms have been developed to measure this
delay / displacement. The extreme of the correlation function maximises the similarity of the signals. This
delay is called τ0 (tau), see figure E.
S1
Delay (τ ) is two samples

0
S2
samples
Figure 6: Time displacement between signals.
5.2. Correlation functions

The correlation function is used to measure the displacement between the two channels. One often-used
correlation function is the cross correlation function (CCF). It is defined as:
∑ s1(i) * s2(i + τ )
ccf (τ ) = i
where N is the number of summation points. The speed (ν) is then calculated as
D
v=
τ0
where (D) is the distance between the sensors, and τ0 is the displacement corresponding to maximum
correlation. The algorithm used in SAL R1 is slightly different, and gives a minimum for the maximum
correlation coefficient, see figure F.
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Correlation function Φ
9
0
-4 -3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Delay τ
Figure 7: Discrete correlation function. Y-axis: correlation function, X-axis:

time delays.
In figure F the minimum correlation value (maximum correlation) corresponds to a time delay of two
sample intervals.
5.3. Boundary layer and calibration

The water close to the hull is moves slower than further away. This layer with lower speed is called the
boundary layer, see figure below.
Ship´s hull
Ship´s
Speed
Next to hull: Relative

V
water speed = 0
Inside
At 1/2 boundary layer:
Relative water speed = 90%U Boundary
Layer
U Relative water Speed 0

At boundary layer edge:
Relative water speed = 100%U Outside boundary layer
(Relative water speed = U)
Figure 8: Boundary layer.
The SAL R1 measures speed close to the hull, and may thus measure a lower speed. When the ship is
shallow water, the boundary layer may be different from normal. This physical effect will affect all logs
measuring relative speed.
The positioning of the TRU is very important. The water flow below the TRU must not be turbulent or
affected by scew water flows. Turbulent flow gives no common signal between the two channels.
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Calibration is needed to compensate for this speed change. The calibration may be set in one point,
called single point calibration, or more than one point, called multiple point calibration.
5.4. Speed filtering

The inaccuracy of the speed value depends on the time constant. The correlation speed log inaccuracy
depends on the correlation coefficient and the measurement distance. A longer measurement distance
will give a more accurate value. The selected time constant is a compromise between fast response and
stable readings.
In lower speeds, the relative time-delay change is large when the speed changes. The relative time delay
change from 1 to 5 knots is thus equal to the change from 10 to 50 knots. In order to keep the log from
loosing track of the speed in the low speed range, the algorithm uses a number of fix delays. The speed
estimate is then interpolated.
5.5. Distance calculation

The speed value is integrated into distance. The distance information is sent to indicators as serial
message for synchronisation of the total speed through water distance data.
5.6. Adverse conditions

It is important to remember that what the R1 measures is actually the speed of a discrete number of
reflectors moving in a small water volume under the hull. In order to interpret the echoed signal it is
anticipated that the particles are moving parallel to the vessel axis. If the transducer has been installed at
a non-preference location of the hull the water flow might be turbulent at the site of the transducer.
Under these conditions there is no guarantee for the log to work. See section on installation of bottom
parts for correct transducer installation.
In the low speed range, the distance travelled per time interval is low yielding limited information to the
correlation function. This influences accuracy and may impose lost speed track conditions.
The log may encounter problems to measure when the ship moves in water with high particle content.
This depends on that many particles give "foggy" reflections, which makes it difficult to see the same
pattern at the true delay.
6. Electronics cabinet
6.1. User input & output
The SAL R1 has a two times 16 character LCD. The LCD is used to inform the user of the current status
for the log. Four green LED’s on the front panel of a SAL-R1 marked ”Corr.”, ”Sgn.”, ”Tr1” and ”Tr2” is
used to give status information. There are four push buttons named "menu", "enter", "plus" and
"minus", used to interact with the R1 menu system.
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Menu Corr.
Enter Sign.
+ Tr 1
- Tr 2
Figure 9: SAL-R1 front panel
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”Tr1” and ”Tr2” are lit when the transmitter of the ELC is active and working properly. ”Sign.” is lit when
the signal conditions from the transducer are good or better. ”Corr” is lit when the correlation coefficient
is good or better.
6.2. Data transmission / reception

Data is sent from the SAL-R1 as serial NMEA messages on a standard RS 485 output marked NMEA ”A”
and NMEA ”B”. A maximum of 10 repeaters or other instruments can be connected. Three of these
repeaters can be powered directly from the log when using SAL SD-indicators. The fuse is for this 10-30
VDC power.
NMEA-messages are also available through RS232 on the 9-pole Dsub-connector. It is used for data
logging and software updates. Thus it is possible to read out information directly on an ordinary PC
using for instance a Terminal Emulator program. Note that the pinout differs from the PC-standard, and
can be found in the fault localisation chapter.
If pulse or analogue output is needed, an optional unit R1P may be fitted to the ELC.
6.3. Sampling control

Sampling is controlled by three timing factors: Transmitpulse length, Echo time and Integration time:
SAL R1 sampling
Transmit pulse
Echo time
Integration time
Figure 10: Sampling
One sample-period starts when the transmitpulse is emitted for the time T (i.e. Transmitpulse length). As
already described the signal is sent out into the water and reflected against particles. Both crystals in the
TRU transmit and receive simultaneously. The transmit pulse, echo and integration times are possible to
adjust in the SAL R1. The sum of transmit pulse, echo and integration time is software limited to 199.3 µs.
Adjusting the R1 sampling timing is intended only after discussions with Consilium Navigation. It is
included to give the possibility to fine tune installations, but may give the log bad working conditions if
used without experience. The calibration must be remade after changing sampling timing, as the
calibration factor differs at different positions within the boundary layer.
Reasons for changing the parameters may include:
• High-speed vessels may find better working conditions closer to the hull as the boundary layer is
thinner.
• Slow-speed vessels (as submarines) may find better working conditions further away from the hull as
the boundary layer is thicker.
• In very clear water with low particle content a longer integration time gives a better signal to noise
ratio. On the other hand, in waters with high-particle content a shorter integration time is preferred.
6.3.1. Transmit pulse
The length of the transmitpulse has empirically been set to 10.7 µs. Normally this value should not be
altered, unless the measurement conditions are too unfavourable for this setting.
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6.3.2. Echo time

The echo time is the time the log waits until it starts to integrate the reflected signal. Its value decides
how far from the hull the log will measure. The minimum measurement distance (dist) from the hull in
millimetres can be calculated by entering the echo time in microseconds in the formula:
15
. * echotime
dist =
2
The echo time has empirically been set to 150.7 µs.
6.3.3. Integration time

The integration time sets the time the log integrates (or listens to) the echo. The echo time has
empirically been set to 35.7 µs. The thickness of the measurement volume may be estimated by the same
formula as above.
6.3.4. How to interpret the signals received
It is possible to diagnose the working conditions for SAL R1 using an oscilloscope. The figures below
show the expected signals at the test points for channel one and two (TP1 and TP2).
Signal
Time
Figure 11: Signal response under bad conditions
This is an example of how the signal looks when running the SAL-R1 in water with extremely high
particle content. No peaks from individual particles can be found. They are all hidden in a continuum of
the decay of the transmitted signal. The log is unable to measure the speed.
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Signal
Time
Figure 12: Signal response under normal conditions
This is an example of how the signal looks when running the SAL-R1 in water with a high density of
particles. Peaks from individual particles are added on top of the declining signal. The log is able to
measure the speed.
Signal
Time
Figure 13: Signal response in very clear water
This is an example of how the signal looks when running the SAL-R1 in very clear water with almost no
particles. Peaks from the very few particles present are clearly visible. The log measures the speed, but if
no particles pass by the TRU for a long period of time, it may loose track of the speed.
6.3.5. Digital filtering
When there is a high density of particles in the water this can be seen as an increase in AGC levels. To
improve the quality of the integrated signal before correlation a digital filtering is performed on the data.
This, however, increases the risk of presenting false speeds. For this reason digital filtering is used only
when the AGC levels indicate there is a high concentration of particles in the water.
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Signal
Speed information
IIR True signal
Frequence
Figure 14: Digital filtering
Digital filtering is used when the present AGC level is higher than background noise level plus a certain
offset. The offset can be adjusted in a menu.
7. R1 software
The SAL R1 software has different working modes. This chapter describes the R1 functions seen by the
user.
7.1. Power on / software update

At power on the SAL R1 runs a special program that tests if the R1 program code present. If the code
found and correct, the R1 starts to execute in normal operation. Software program updates are also
possible to download into the R1 with this program. This program controls erase and store of the update.
7.2. Normal operation

The SAL-R1 has three processes that run in parallel: measurement, menu system and evaluation of
measurement data. It is thus possible to enter the menu system without stopping the log from measuring.
The only exception to this is test modes, where the log transmits a simulated dummy speed. The test
mode T3 may also be used by the program itself for testing the transducer levels.
The measurement process can be divided into seek and lock modes. After power on the log enters seek
mode. It seeks for zero speed (mode SZ) and based on the result of the measurement it may stay in zero
speed mode, or enter speed seek modes. The speed seek modes are seek Low speed (mode SL) for
speeds below 4 knots, or seek High speed (mode SH) for speeds above 2 knots. The seek operation is
repeated until a valid speed is found. The log then enters the locked speed modes. There are two locked
modes, one in the high speed range above 2 knots (mode LH), and one for speeds below 2.5 knots (mode
LL).
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There is an AGC (Automatic Gain Control) for each channel on the input of the SAL-R1. It will check the
strength of the signals on channel 1 and 2 respectively and compensate the input so that the signals are
at an optimum when the log starts to sample and correlate them. A low AGC value (in mV) is equivalent
to a high amplification of the signal, and vice versa. The maximum AGC value is 2200 mV. A normal value
is 1200 to 1400 mV, whilst in very clear waters the value may approach the background noise level. To
summarise; high value indicates many particles and low value indicate few reflectors in the water. In
water with high particle content a digital filter is applied (field F) to improve signal conditions.
The LCD panel on the SAL R1 shows the working condition, speed information and signal level. The
readout uses the following field descriptors:
MM ±XX.XX ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
If no valid speed is found the log enters search modes where ±XX.XX and S=DDDD share the same
position. The definition for the field descriptors is found in the table below.
Descriptor Explanation
Working mode (SZ, SL, SH, LL, LZ)
MM
Sensed (raw) speed from transducer

±XX.XX
Output speed including calibration and time constant

±YY.YY / --.--
averaging. Field is --.-- if no valid speed is available.
Digital Filter setting. 'F' equals digital filter pre-
F
processing of sample data, 'R' equals raw sampling, 'L'
equals limiter + digital filter.
Normalised correlation coefficient between 0.999,
C=DDD
higher coefficient is better
Normalised signal quality value between 0.999, higher
S=DDD
value is better
first/second channel AGC level [mV]
ZZZZ:TTTT
7.2.1. Seek zero speed mode

In "Seek-zero-Speed-mode" the log has a predefined sampling interval and calculates a special
correlation function to estimate the speed range and detect zero speed condition. The LCD presents
information if it detects zero speed as:
SZ 0.00 ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
7.2.2. Seek low speed mode
In "Seek-low-speed-mode" the log seeks for speed in the lower speed range. It has a predefined sampling
interval and calculates the correlation function corresponding to a number of discrete speeds. If speed is
found in the high end of the seek range, seek high mode is called. The values for correlation coefficient
(C) and signal quality (S) is presented:
SL S=DDD ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
7.2.3. Locked low speed mode
In "Locked-Low-Speed-mode" the log has a predefined sampling interval and calculates the correlation
function corresponding to a number of discrete speeds. Interpolation is used to give better speed
resolution. If the speed is below 0.2 knots, seek zero speed mode is entered. If the speed is above 2.5
knots, lock high speed mode is entered. The LCD presents speed information in the following format:
LL ±XX.XX ±YY.YY
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FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
7.2.4. Seek high mode
In "Seek-high-mode" the log searches for speed in the upper speed range. It has a predefined sampling
interval and calculates the correlation function corresponding to a number of discrete speeds. The
values for correlation coefficient (C) and signal quality (S) is presented:
SH S=DDD ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
7.2.5. Locked high speed mode
In "locked-high-speed-mode" the log has locked in on the speed and uses a feedback algorithm to adjust
sampling to track the speed. If the speed is below 2 knots, lock low speed mode is entered. The LCD
presents the speed in the following format:
LH ±XX.XX ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
7.2.6. Test modes
In the test modes the log stops to measure speed. The test modes stay active until power off or the user
releases the test mode. The software to register the AGC background level also uses the test mode T3.
The transmission is then switched off and the log measures the settling of the levels.
T3 TRU SIGNAL
LEVELS ZZZZ:TTTT
Settling is stopped after 10 seconds, and the log returns to normal operation. The LCD presents normal
test result as:
T3 TRU SIGNAL
LEVELS NORMAL
If signal levels are (too) low (and the transducer may be damaged or not connected) as:
T3 TRU SIGNAL
LEVELS LOW
7.3. Menu system

Pressing the keys on the panel accesses the menu system. The LCD then presents the content of the
active menu. If no keys are pressed for 30 seconds, the menu times out to normal operation, except when
in test menus. The menu system is described in a separate document.
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SAL-R1 Performance 701862A7.DOC
SAL R1 - Technical Specification
Abstract: Datasheet on system performances.
Contents:
1 GENERAL 2
2 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE DATA 2
3 ELECTRONICS UNIT 2
4 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 3
5 LIABILITY 3
Revisions:
960503 A0 JAW Created
961023 A1 JAW Environmental requirements modified
970326 A2 JAW Liability chapter added
970326 A3 JAW ToC included
981208 A4 Abo New heading
981218 A5 Ajö Reference to IEC 60945 corrected
990901 A6 ABO Typographical changes
020605 A7 RB NMEA according to IEC 61162-1
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Filename: 701862A7.DOC, Date: 02-08-12
1 General
The technical specification in this section deals with the SAL R1 system, i.e. the transducer, the ELC,
optional R1P-board, optional signal distribution unit and connected display units.
The performance limits defined here are met provided the following has been fulfilled:
• Installation of each and every part of the system has been carried out according to the
specifications in this manual and according to good craftsmanship.
• A full calibration procedure has been performed correctly
• The system is used only to measure the speed of the water under the hull of a ship
• The log is operating within the environmental conditions herein described
2 System Performance Data
Working Principle: Acoustic correlation

Frequencies 3.840 MHz and 4.196 MHz
Measuring Distance: 75 mm - 200 mm from the surface of the
transducer, default is 110 mm
Speed Range: ± 50 knots
Speed Accuracy Relative To Sensed Water < ± 1% or ± 0.1 knots whichever is greater
Flow:
Distance Accuracy: < ± 1%
3 Electronics Unit
Speed Output: Serial data on RS 485 and RS 232 according to

NMEA0183 / IEC61162-1.
Maximum 10 SD-indicators connected.
Extra Outputs with optional R1P mounted: 0.1 V/kts. (load < 5 mA)
4 outputs 200 p/NM
1 output 20 000 p/NM
2 status relays
Power to indicators: 24 VDC to power a maximum of 3 SD-
indicators
Power requirements: 220 / 115 VAC 50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption: 30 VA nominal
Dimensions (R1 ELC): 390 × 360 × 170 mm
Weight (R1 ELC): 10.5 kg
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The ELC has one NMEA channel available on both RS 485 and RS 232 output. In normal mode
this channel will carry $VDVBW-messages with valid longitudinal watertrack speed only. When the
SAL R1 is part of an SAL 840R or SAL 860R system, the R1P board enables the NMEA channel
to include valid longitudinal and transversal bottomtrack speed in the $VDVBW-message as well as
carrying $VDDPT-messages.
4 Environmental requirements
All parts of the SAL-R1 system fulfil and are certified to meet all requirements set out in IEC 60945
edition 1996.
5 Liability
All equipment described in this manual was designed for use on board ships to fulfil requirements
specified in various IMO documents.
However, equipment may sometimes fail or work outside its performance specification due to
component malfunction or depending on other factors.
Consilium Navigation will not take any responsibility if this equipment is used in such a way that it’s
normal or abnormal function causes damage or creates situations that can be dangerous.
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éConsilium SAL R1
Operating Menus
Article No. 701860
 Consilium Navigation AB • P.O. Box 5021 • SE-131 05 NACKA • SWEDEN

Phone +46-(0)8-563 051 00 • Fax +46-(0)8-563 051 99 • E-mail: navigation@consilium.se
çConsilium SAL R1 Menus Art No. 701860C3
Abstract: All menus presented by number and explained.
Contents:
1. MENU SYSTEM 3
2. WRITE AND READ ONLY ACCESS 3
3. USER INTERFACE 4
Revisions:
960523 A1 JAW New layout
960819 A2 JAW Minor corrections
961206 A3 JAW Updated for SW ver C6
970428 A5 JAW Zero speed mode included
970728 B0 JAW New numbers. Summary included
981214 B1 STE/Abo New menus and reorganisation
990503 B2 STE Menu walk figure, corrected menus Pf & Pi
1999-05-19 B3 Ajö Title clarified for SAL 840R and 860R use.
1999-08-26 B4 STE Typographical changes
1999-12-02 B5 STE Optional menus D4, T5 and T6 added
2002-04-11 C0 STE Menu S9 added, new typogpraphical layout
2002-07-03 C1 STE Menu S9 text same as SAL T2
2002-07-10 C2 STE Menus M4 and M5 for VLW message added
2002-08-19 C3 STE Menus M1 and M2 changed to avoid accidental
write of default values and reset
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1. Menu system
The menu system is controlled through a user interface consisting of a two times 16 character LCD
panel, four push-buttons, and four green LED's, see figure A below.
Menu Corr.
Enter Sign.
+ Tr 1
- Tr 2
Figure A: SAL R1 front panel

All settings, calibration etc. is carried out using the menu system, which use the LCD and four keys
and seven combinations:
MENU These key combinations are used to go to the next menu within the
MENU + menu level. Each time the key is pressed, the displayed menu
number is incremented and the next menu is presented. Holding
down the "MENU" key and pressing down the "+" key (plus) is
equivalent to only pressing "MENU".
MENU — This key combination is used to go to the previous menu within the
menu level. Each time the key is pressed, the menu number
displayed is decreased and the previous menu is presented.
MENU This key combination is used to go up one menu level.
ENTER:
ENTER: This key is used to step down one level in the menu system. It is
also used to accept and save the setting(s) on the lowest menu
level.
+ (Plus) This key is used to increment the chosen value or setting.
— (Minus) This key is used to decrement the chosen value or setting.
Please note that both the plus and minus keys can be used to toggle between ON and OFF in some
menus.
If no keys are pressed within 30 seconds, the menu system times out to the normal operation menu.
The only exception to this is the test menus.
2. Write and read only access

First level menus include the possibility to select read-only or write access to prevent accidental
change of parameters. Parameters may only be changed when write access is selected. The write
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access is active for all submenus within the menu tree, and is reset to read only access when returning
to the top level.
3. User interface
Implementation is based on R1 revision C.. The log starts up and measures speed on its own. The log
enters the menu system when a key is pressed. The LCD readout depends on mode, and is
described below.
3.1. Initialisation
In the initialisation sequence the software checks whether the hardware is SAL R1 or RSC860B.
Timers and hardware is set-up for normal operation.
In the initial SAL R1 readout the revision is set according to the software revision. The example
below shows software version E0.
SAL R1
REV: 701823E0
In the initial SAL RSC860B readout the revision is set according to the software revision. The
example below shows software version E0.
SAL RSC860B
REV: 701823E0
3.2. Normal operation
The log in normal operation calculates the speed from the sensor signals. The log also measures signal
level from the transducer. The LCD readout uses the following field descriptors:
MM ±XX.XX ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
If no valid speed is found the log enters search modes where ±XX.XX and S=DDDD share the
same position.
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The definition for the field descriptors is found in the table below.
Descriptor Explanation
MM Working mode
±XX.XX Sensed (raw) speed from transducer
±YY.YY / --.-- Output speed including calibration and time constant averaging.
Field is --.-- if no valid speed is available.
F Digital Filter setting. 'F' equals digital filter pre-processing of sample
data, 'R' equals raw sampling, 'L' equals limiter + digital filter.
C=DDD Normalised correlation coefficient between 0..999, higher coefficient
is better
S=DDD Normalised signal quality value between 0..999, higher value is better
ZZZZ:TTTT first/second channel AGC level [mV]
UUuu-VVvv first/second channel ADConvert levels [bits], see menus D4 & T6
3.2.1. Locked high speed mode
In "locked-high-speed-mode" the log has locked in on the speed and uses a feedback algorithm to
adjust sampling to track the speed. The LCD presents the speed in the following format:
LH ±XX.XX ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
3.2.2. Seek high speed mode
In "Seek-high-speed-mode" the log searches for speed in the upper speed range. It has a predefined
sampling interval and calculates the correlation function corresponding to a number of discrete
speeds. The values for correlation coefficient (C) and signal quality (S) is presented:
SH S=DDD ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
3.2.3. Seek low speed mode
In "Seek-low-speed-mode" the log seeks for speed in the lower speed range. It has a predefined
sampling interval and calculates the correlation function corresponding to a number of discrete
speeds. The correlation functions are averaged to improve statistics. The values for correlation
coefficient (C) and signal quality (S) is presented:
SL S=DDD ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
3.2.4. Locked low speed mode
In "Locked-Low-Speed-mode" the log has a predefined sampling interval and calculates the
correlation function corresponding to a number of discrete speeds. Interpolation is used to give better
speed resolution. The LCD presents speed information in the following format:
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LL ±XX.XX ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
3.2.5. Seek zero speed mode
In "Seek-zero-Speed-mode" the log has a predefined sampling interval and calculates the correlation
functions to estimate the speed range. The LCD presents information if it detects zero speed as:
SZ 0.00 ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
3.2.6. Transducer test mode

In "TRU-test-mode" the log measures the AGC level with transmission on and off. The log repeats
measurement of the AGC level for 10 seconds, and the receiver is supposed to have settled to
background level. The LCD presents speed information in the following format:
T3 TRU SIGNAL LEVELS
ZZZZ:TTTT
3.3. Menu settings

The menus for parameters and internal settings have a two digit alphanumeric field Aa to the left
followed by a menu name or abbreviation on the first LCD line. The second line is reserved for value
or parameter setting. The readout thus looks like:
Aa FUNCTION
VALUE OR SETTING
When using the menu system the following key combinations are possible:
KEY combination Explanation
Go to next menu on the same level
MENU
Same as MENU
MENU +
Go to previous menu on the same level

MENU -
Return to the above menu level

MENU ENTER
Activate menu by executing command or continue on sub

ENTER
menu level
Increment setting in current menu
+
Decrement setting in current menu

-
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3.3.1. Menu walk

The keys above can change the current position in the menu tree. Pressing "Menu" steps to the next
menu on the same level. Pressing "Enter" goes down one level, or if at the lowest level saves current
value in non-volatile memory. Pressing "plus" or "minus" changes the content for the current menu.
Example to go from Normal operations to menu M2:

press MENU three times followed by ENTER once, then MENU once more.
MENU ENTER MENU MENU -

ENTER
Normal
C0 D0 M0 P0 S0 T0
C1 D1 M1 P1 S1 T1
3.3.2. Write and read-only access
First level menus include the possibility to select read-only or write access to the menus on the level
below. Use "+" or "-" to select write or read-only access before pressing ENTER to continue on sub
menu level. LCD readout for write access to submenus thus appears as:
Aa FUNCTION
WRITE ACCESS ON
and the LCD readout for read-only access appears as:
Aa FUNCTION
WRITE ACCESS OFF
3.3.3. Saving menu content

When saving menu content by pressing ENTER, the following menu appears for one second:
Aa FUNCTION
SAVE OK
or, when unsuccessful:
Aa FUNCTION
SAVE FAIL
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before returning to the normal menu text. If read-only access has been selected, the "no write access"
text appears for one second and the write operation is inhibited:
Aa FUNCTION
NO WRITE ACCESS
3.3.4. Menu function summary
The list is included for fast indexing. Menus in bold font are main menus. Menus in italic font are
optional and availability depends on software version.
No Name Default Function
MM (NORMAL Timeout to normal operation after 30 seconds. LCD
OPERATION) presentation according to chapter "Normal operation".
FE FATAL ERROR Fatal error presented for 2 seconds followed by reset
C0 CALIBRATION Selects calibration menus
C1 Draught Cond BALLAST1 Selects predefined draught condition with predefined
calibration factor
C2 Draught Cal 0% Sets calibration factor for draught condition
C3 MultiPointCal Unused Select Multiple Point Calibration Edit/Delete
C4 TRU Calibrat TC+000 Sets engraved transducer calibration factor
D0 DEBUG Selects Debug menus
D1 Data Logging Disabled Put $PSALD in NMEA output stream
D2 Debug Info Disabled Put debug information as plain ASCII in NMEA output
stream
D3 Sampling Test Send sample data in output stream
D4 AGC Window Gainlevel AGC window presents Gainlevel or ADConvert
M0 MISCELLANEOUS Selects miscellaneous menus
M1 EepromRestore Restore default values for all EEPROM settings including
calibration factors
M2 Reset Disable watchdog and timeout to reset
M3 Send Settings send all internal settings in NMEA output stream as
$PSALY
M4 Total Distance Adjust total distance counter
M5 Trip Distance Reset trip counter
P0 PARAMETERS Selects Parameters menus
P1 TransmitPulse 10.7 Transmit pulse width [us] NOTE: value is stored as 16 bit
counter value, step corresponds to timer resolution.
Ensure that P1+P2+P3 < 200 us
P2 EchoDelayTime 150.7 echo delay time before sampling[ us] NOTE: value is
stored as 16 bit counter value, step corresponds to timer
resolution
P3 EchoIntegTime 35.3 Echo Integration time [us] NOTE: value is stored as 16 bit
counter value, step corresponds to timer resolution
P4 LockHighMode 5120 Maximum number of samples in locked high-speed mode
P5 SeekHighMode 5120 Maximum number of samples in locked seek high speed
mode
P6 LockLowSpMode 5120 Maximum number of samples in locked search low sp.
mode
P7 SeekLowSpMode 5120 Maximum number of samples in speed seek low speed
mode
P8 ZeroSpeedMode 5120 Maximum number of samples in zero speed mode
P9 LockSpeedMode 50 Correlation coefficient limit in locked speed modes
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Pa SeekSpeedMode 100 Correlation coefficient limit in search speed modes

Pb LockHighFeedB 2.00 Locked high-speed mode feedback time constant [s].
Pc LockLowSFeedB 6.00 Locked low speed mode feedback time constant [s].
Pd Lock Retries 8 Maximum number of retries before entering speed seek
mode from lock mode
Pe AdfSpeedCorr 500 Threshold for zero speed correlation function
Pf Filter Offset 300 Filter offset level [mV] for applying digital filter
Pg SignalQuality 150 Signal quality limit for locked speed
Ph ZeroSpeedAdf 0.92383 Threshold for zero speed detection (adf) algorithm
Pi LimiterOffset 4000 Limiter offset level [mV] for applying digital limiter + filter
Pj AccLimiter 2.00 Maximum acceleration in knots / second. Actual value is
multiplied with normalised corr coeff.
Pk LowSpeedFilt 250 First order Low speed filter weight [1000]
Pl ZeroSpeedFilt 300 First order zero speed filter weight [1000]
S0 SETTINGS Selects Settings menus
S1 Average LowSp 6 Sets averaging time constant in seconds for low speed
range
S2 ThresLow-High 7.5 Speed limit between low and high averaging time constant.
S3 Average High 6 Sets averaging time constant in seconds for high speed
range
S4 Max Ahead 40 Maximum ahead speed magnitude [kn]
S5 Max Astern 10 Maximum astern speed magnitude [kn]
S6 Lock Timeout 20 Lock mode timeout when entering search mode [sec]
S7 NMEA Interval 1.00 NMEA message interval [tick] NOTE: too low value may
corrupt system!
S8 NMEA Baudrate 4800 NMEA baudrate 4800 or 38400
S9 VBW format extended extended with docking log info or short earlier format
T0 TEST Selects Test menus
T1 Simulation 8.00 Put simulated speed as $VDVBW in NMEA output stream
and on pulse output
T2 LED’s Lit Test of LED’s CORR SIGN TR1 and TR2
T3 TRU Passive Transducer test mode (transmit off)
T4 TRU Active Transducer test mode (transmit on)
T5 Receiver Test1 Receiver test mode 1 (AGClevel)
T6 Receiver Test2 Receiver test mode 2 (ADConvert)
3.3.5. Menu C0 Calibration

The calibration menus are used to change calibration parameters for SAL R1. Ordinary users may
use all menus. Press "+" or "-" to select write access on or off, ENTER to go into calibration sub
menus.
C0 CALIBRATION
WRITE ACCESS OFF
3.3.5.1. Menu C1 Draught condition

Three draught conditions are predefined: FULL LOAD, BALLAST1 and BALLAST2. Menu
selects one draught condition. The draught condition adjusts the output speed with the given
calibration factor. The menu below shows condition FULL LOAD.
C1 Draught Cond
Full Load±RR.RR%
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3.3.5.2. Menu C2 Calibrate draught condition

Three draught conditions are predefined: FULL LOAD, BALLAST1 and BALLAST2. First menu
selects one load condition. Selection is adjusted by pressing + or – and activated by pressing
ENTER. Selection may be aborted by pressing "MENU ENTER".
C2 Draught Cal
Set Factor
Pressing "Enter" enables the user to change draught condition.
C2 Draught Cal
Full Load +0.00%
Press "menu" to select load condition. The calibration value ±RR.RR% is adjusted by pressing "+"
or "–" and saved by pressing ENTER.
C2 Draught Cal
Ballast1 ±RR.RR%
3.3.5.3. Menu C3 Multiple point Calibration

The menus are seen in the windows below. First step to the multiple point calibration menu by
pressing "Menu".
C3 Multi-P Cal
Edit/Delete
Press "Enter" to step into multiple point calibration sub menus. First sub menu is, edit a new point.
C3 Multi-P Cal
Edit Point(s)
Press "Enter" to show point(s), "Menu" for next choice.
C3 Multi-P Cal
Delete Point(s)
Press "Enter" to delete point(s), "Menu" for first choice again, "Menu+Enter" to step back to first
menu level.
We assume the following calibration data in the examples below: A mile run has given an expected
speed of 12.34 knots, while the measured speed corresponds to 12.24 knots. Two calibration points
are already inserted into the log: expected speed 10.00 knots have a calibration of +20.00%,
expected speed 20.00 knots have a calibration of +10.00%.
3.3.5.3.1. Edit calibration point

First step to edit by adding a new multiple point calibration menu as described above.
C3 Multi-P Cal
Edit Point(s)
Press "Enter" to step into, edit multiple point calibration sub menu. The sub number (01) shows the
first calibration point in the table, and the new point wills thus be calibration point, number three.
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C3.01 MP.Cal.Edt
10.00KN 20.00%
Press "plus" to step to point number two, which is the second calibration point.
C3.02 MP.Cal.Edt
20.00KN 10.00%
Press "plus" to step to point number three, which is the first unused calibration point. (All unused
points have speed set to zero.)
C3.03 MP.Cal.Edt
Unused Point
Press "enter" to access point. Press "plus" or "minus" to change expected speed value.
C3.03 MP.Cal.Edt
Expected 0.00KN
Adjust the expected speed to speed value in knots. In the example above speed shall be 12.34
knots.
C3.03 MP.Cal.Edt
Expected 12.34KN
Press "Enter" to accept value, "Menu+Enter" to abort calibration input. After pressing "enter" it is
possible to change the calibration factor. Press "plus" or "minus" to change the calibration factor. The
calibration factor presented at first is the currently used calibration factor.
C3.03 MP.Cal.Edt
12.34KN 17.66%
The calibration correction value (in percent) is linear interpolation for the measured speed with the
nearest neighbouring speeds to measured speed. If a correction has been calculated it should be
added or subtracted to this value. Press "+" or "-" to adjust the calibration correction value. In the
above example the calibration shall be 17.66% + (12.34/12.24 -1)*100 = 18.48%.
C3.03 MP.Cal.Edt
12.34KN 18.48%
Press "Enter" to save values, "Menu+Enter" to abort calibration input. The saved point is
presented after store.
3.3.5.3.2. Delete calibration point(s)

First step to the show multiple point calibration points as described above.
C3 Multi-P Cal
Delete Point(s)
Press "Enter" to step into, multiple point calibration delete sub menu. First sub menu is first point.
Each point has two values: expected speed (in knots) and calibration factor (in percent). The sub
number (01) indicates that calibration point one is shown.
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C3.01 MP.Cal.Del
10.00KN 20.00%
Press "+" or "-" to step through the calibrated speeds. Press "Menu+Enter" to abort the delete
command and step up to the above level in the menu tree. In the above example, "+" will give the
following calibration points.
C3.02 MP.Cal.Del
20.00KN 10.00%
and finally
C3.03 MP.Cal.Del
12.34KN 18.48%
Delete the point 03 by pressing "Enter". After deleting the calibration point, the following will be seen.
C3.03 MP.Cal.Del
Unused Point
If an error occurs, the following message will be presented.
C3.03 MP.Cal.Del
CAL ERROR
3.3.5.4. Menu C4 TRU Calibration

The transducer (TRU) calibration is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the TC value to
correspond to the engraved marking on the transducer housing. Save value by pressing ENTER.
Example TC+123 means calibration factor +1.23%, TC-101 means calibration factor –1.01%.
C4 TRU Calibrat.
Marking: TC±NNN
3.3.6. Menu D0 DEBUG menus

Only authorised service personnel are allowed to use these menus. The menus change internals in the
SAL R1. Press "+" or "-" to select write or read-only access, ENTER to go into settings sub menus.
D0 DEBUG
WRITE ACCESS OFF
3.3.6.1. Menu D1 Data logging

Data logging means that $PSALD messages are put in the output stream to help diagnosing the SAL
R1 log system. It is selected with this menu. First step to the menu by pressing "Menu". Press "+" or
"-" to select ENABLE or DISABLE. Save value by pressing ENTER. LCD for disabled output is
presented as:
D1 Data Logging
Disabled
and messages for enabled output is presented as:
D1 Data Logging
Enabled
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3.3.6.2. Menu D2 DEBUG information printout

WARNING! This debug messages do not conform to the NMEA standard. Messages shall only be
used for software development and fault localisation as they disturb the normal output stream. The
debug printout is selected with this menu. First step to the menu by pressing "Menu". Press "+" or "-"
to select ENABLE or DISABLE. Save value by pressing ENTER. LCD for disabled output without
messages is presented as:
D2 Debug Info
Disabled
and LCD for enabled output with messages is presented as:
D2 Debug Info
Enabled
3.3.6.3. Menu D3 SAMPLING TEST

This menu sets R1 in sampling mode Coarse-high and activates sampling with maximum number of
samples. After sampling is done, all samples are transmitted at current baud rate in the output stream.
The sample data is in ASCII hex format with one sample per line. Press ENTER to activate.
D3 Sampling Test
Enter=Activate
Sampling is presented as:
D3 Sampling Test
Sampling
followed after 2 seconds by previous menu:
D3 Sampling Test
Enter=Activate
followed after timeout by:
D3 --.-- --.--
C=DDD FZZZZ:TTTT
3.3.6.4. Menu D4 AGC Window

Menu "AGC Window" selects the content of the field in the second line on right hand side to gain
level ("Gainlevel", field ZZZZ:TTTT) or analogue to digital converter values ("ADConvert", field
UUuu-VVvv). Gainlevel is depending on the signal strength. ADConvert shows the maximum and
minimum digital levels for the signal. UU corresponds to maximum value on first channel and uu
corresponds to minimum value. VV corresponds to maximum value on second channel and vv
corresponds to minimum value.
The selection also controls what information sent on the serial channel in $PSALD messages, see
menu D1.
First step to the menu by pressing "Menu". Press "+" or "-" to select Gainlevel or ADConvert. Save
value by pressing ENTER. LCD for default value Gainlevel is presented as:
D4 AGC Window
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Gainlevel
and messages for analogue to digital conversion values is presented as:
D4 AGC Window
ADConvert
3.3.7. Menu M0 Miscellaneous menus

Only instructed service personnel are intended to use these menus. The menu M1 restores all
parameters in the SAL R1 to default value. Press "+" or "-" to select write or read-only access,
ENTER to go into settings sub menus.
M0 MISCELLANEOUS
WRITE ACCESS OFF
3.3.7.1. Menu M1 Restore EEPROM to default values

This menu restores the settings for all parameters of the EEPROM to default values. WARNING!
Performing EEPROM restore erases all calibration data and user specific settings except distance
counters. The following menu is presented when write access is off and no restore is possible to
perform:
M1 EEPROMRestore
NO WRITE ACCESS
The following menu is presented when write access is on.
M1 EEPROMRestore
Disabled
Press + to enable restore:
M1 EEPROMRestore
Enabled
Press ENTER to activate restore. The message RESTORE OK is shown for 2 seconds:
M1 EEPROMRestore
RESTORE OK
In the rare case of unsuccessful restore the message RESTORE FAIL is shown for 2 seconds:
M1 EEPROMRestore
RESTORE FAIL
3.3.7.2. Menu M2 CPU RESET

The following menu is presented when write access is off and no reset is possible to perform:
M2 CPU Reset
NO WRITE ACCESS
The following menu is presented when write access is on.
M2 CPU Reset
Disabled
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Press + to enable reset:

M2 CPU Reset
Enabled
Press ENTER to activate reset. This menu stores total distance counter and activates the watchdog
circuitry and thus timeouts the SAL R1 to reset.
3.3.7.3. Menu M3 SEND SETTINGS

By pressing ENTER this menu sends a special message in the NMEA output stream. The message
contains information on all internal settings and is a hex dump of the EEPROM content. Inspection of
serial data from the R1 is possible using a terminal.
M3 Send Settings
Enter=Start
3.3.7.4. Menu M4 Total Distance counter

The total distance counter is adjusted with this menu. First step to the menu by pressing "Menu".
Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. NOTE: the distance counter
values are sent as $VDVLW message on the serial output.
M4 TotalDistance
Dist=RRRRR.RRNM
3.3.7.5. Menu M5 Trip Distance counter

The trip distance counter is reset with this menu. First step to the menu by pressing "Menu". Reset
value by pressing ENTER. NOTE: the distance counter values are sent as $VDVLW message on the
serial output.
M5 Trip Distance
Dist= RRRR.RRNM
3.3.8. Menu P0 Parameters for technical set-up

Only instructed service personnel are intended to use these menus. The menus change internals in the
SAL R1. Press "+" or "-" to select write or read-only access, ENTER to go into settings sub menus.
P0 PARAMETERS
WRITE ACCESS OFF
3.3.8.1. Menu P1 Transmit pulse width

The transmit pulse width is set with this menu. First step to the menu by pressing "Menu". Press "+"
or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. NOTE: the pulse width is stored as a 16
bit counter value. The resolution depends on this. The save operation is only performed if P1+P2+P3
< 199.3 µs.
P1 TransmitPulse
Time=RRR.R usec
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3.3.8.2. Menu P2 Echo delay time

The echo delay time is set with this menu. First step to the menu by pressing "Menu". Press "+" or "-"
to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. NOTE: the delay time is stored as a 16 bit
counter value. The resolution depends on this. The save operation is only performed if P1+P2+P3 <
"minimum sampling interval".
P2 EchoDelayTime
Time=RRR.R usec
3.3.8.3. Menu P3 Echo integration time

The echo integration time is set with this menu. First step to the menu by pressing "Menu". Press "+"
or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. NOTE: the integration time is stored as a
16 bit counter value. The resolution depends on this. The save operation is only performed if
P1+P2+P3 < "minimum sampling interval".
P3 EchoIntegTime
Time=RRR.R usec
3.3.8.4. Menu P4 Locked high speed mode maximum number of samples

The maximum number of samples in the high speed mode is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to
change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed MAXSAMPLES.
P4 LockHiSpMode
Samples=NNNNN
3.3.8.5. Menu P5 Seek coarse high mode maximum number of samples

The maximum number of samples in the seek coarse high mode is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-"
to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed MAXSAMPLES.
P5 SeekHiSpMode
Samples=NNNNN
3.3.8.6. Menu P6 Locked low speed mode maximum number of samples

The maximum number of samples in the locked low speed mode is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-
" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed MAXSAMPLES.
P6 LockLowSpMode
Samples=NNNNN
3.3.8.7. Menu P7 Seek coarse low speed mode maximum number of samples
The maximum number of samples in the seek coarse low speed mode is set with this menu. Press "+"
or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed MAXSAMPLES.
P7 SeekLowSpMode
Samples=NNNNN
3.3.8.8. Menu P8 Zero speed mode maximum number of samples

The maximum number of samples in the mode for zero speed detection is set with this menu. Press
"+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed
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MAXSAMPLES.
P8 ZeroSpeedMode
Samples=NNNNN
3.3.8.9. Menu P9 Locked Modes Correlation coefficient limit

The correlation coefficient limit in the locked speed modes is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to
change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed MAXCORRLEVEL.
P9 LockSpeedMode
CorrCoeff=NNN
3.3.8.10. Menu Pa Seek Modes Correlation coefficient limit

The correlation coefficient limit in the seek speed modes is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to
change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed MAXCORRLEVEL.
Pa SeekSpeedMode
CorrCoeff=NNN
3.3.8.11. Menu Pb Locked high speed mode loop feedback time constant
The locked high-speed mode loop feedback time constant is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to
change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER.
Pb LockHiSpFeedB
Time=RR.R0 sec
3.3.8.12. Menu Pc Locked low speed time constant

The locked loop feedback time constant is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the value.
Save value by pressing ENTER.
Pc LockLoSpFeedB
Time=RR.R0 sec
3.3.8.13. Menu Pd Bad samples count

The bad samples count is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by
pressing ENTER.
Pd Lock Retries
Limit=NNN
3.3.8.14. Menu Pe ZeroSpeed Corr Limit

The zero speed correlation threshold limit is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the value.
Pe ZeroSpeedCorr
Limit=NNNN
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3.3.8.15. Menu Pf Filter offset level

The filter offset level for applying a digital filter on the sample data is set with this menu. Press "+" or
"-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. The value may not exceed 4000.
Pf Filter Offset
Level=NNNN mV
3.3.8.16. Menu Pg Signal quality limit

The signal quality limit in is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by
pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed MAXCORRLEVEL.
Pg SignalQuality
Limit=NNN
3.3.8.17. Menu Ph Zero speed Adf algorithm threshold

The zero speed adf algorithm threshold is set with this menu. A lower value makes the zero speed
detector more stable but may give low sensitivity when the vessel starts to move. Default value is
0.92383. Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed
2.
Ph ZeroSpeed
AdfLimit=R.RRRRR
3.3.8.18. Menu Pi Limiter offset level

The filter offset level for applying a digital filter on the sample data is set with this menu. Press "+" or
"-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. The value may not exceed 4000.
Pi LimiterOffset
Level=NNNN mV
3.3.8.19. Menu Pj Acceleration limiter

The acceleration limiter value in is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value
by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed MAXSPEED.
Pj AccLimiter
±RR.RR KN / sec
3.3.8.20. Menu Pk Low speed filter weight

The first order filter weight in low speed algorithm is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the
value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed 999.
Pk LowSpeedFilt
Coeff=NNN
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3.3.8.21. Menu Pl Zero speed filter weight

The first order filter weight in zero speed algorithm is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change
the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Value cannot exceed 999.
Pl ZeroSpeedFilt
Coeff=NNN
3.3.9. Menu S0 Settings for end user

The setting menus are used to change end user parameters for SAL R1. Ordinary users may set all
menus. Press "+" or "-" to select write or read-only access, ENTER to go into settings sub menus.
S0 SETTINGS
WRITE ACCESS OFF
3.3.9.1. Menu S1 Average low

The time constant for averaging in the low speed range is set with this menu. First step to the average
low menu by pressing "MENU". Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing
ENTER.
S1 Average Low
Time=NN seconds
3.3.9.2. Menu S2 Threshold low-high

The speed threshold for averaging between the low and high-speed ranges is set with this menu. First
step to the threshold menu by pressing "MENU". Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by
pressing ENTER.
S2 Thres Low-Hi
Threshold=RR.RKN
3.3.9.3. Menu S3 Average high

The time constant for averaging in the high-speed range is set with this menu. First step to the average
low menu by pressing "Menu". Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER.
S3 Average High
Time=NN seconds
3.3.9.4. Menu S4 Maximum ahead speed magnitude

The maximum ahead speed magnitude is set with this menu. If the log measures an ahead speed
above this limit, it enters fatal error condition. First step to the threshold menu by pressing "Menu".
Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Speed value cannot be above
MAXSPEED.
S4 Max Ahead
Speed=NN knots
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3.3.9.5. Menu S5 Maximum astern speed magnitude

The maximum astern speed magnitude is set with this menu. If the log measures an astern speed
above this limit, it enters fatal error condition. First step to the threshold menu by pressing "Menu".
Press "+" or "-" to change the value. Save value by pressing ENTER. Speed value cannot be above
MAXSPEED.
S5 Max Astern
Speed=NN knots
3.3.9.6. Menu S6 Lock Timeout

The timeout sets maximum time since last valid measurement. If no valid speed has been found within
the timeout, the log sends unvalid speed in nmea output stream. Press "+" or "-" to change the value.
S6 Lock Timeout
Time=NNN seconds
3.3.9.7. Menu S7 NMEA interval

The NMEA message transmission interval is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the value.
Time resolution is 1/30 seconds. Save selected value by pressing ENTER.
S7 NMEA interval
Time= R.RR sec
3.3.9.8. Menu S8 NMEA baudrate

The NMEA message transmission baudrate is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change the
value. Values are 4800 or 38400. Save value by pressing ENTER.
S8 NMEA Baudrate
Baud=4800
3.3.9.9. Menu S9 NMEA VBW format

The NMEA message VBW format is set with this menu. Press "+" or "-" to change between
extended with docking log information fields (according to IEC61162-1 2nd edition), or short
format (according to earlier edition). Save value by pressing ENTER.
S9 VBW Format
Extended
3.3.10. Menu T0 TEST menus

End user and service personnel are intended to use these menus for test. WARNING! The log stops
to operate when any test menu is selected. Press "+" or "-" to select write or read-only access,
ENTER to go into settings sub menus.
T0 TEST
WRITE ACCESS OFF
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3.3.10.1. Menu T1 Speed simulation

WARNING! The log stops to operate when in this mode. This menu sets R1 in speed simulation
mode and the output stream contains NMEA messages with the water track speed set to the value
on the display. For the RSC860B board, the pulse speed output is also simulated. NOTE: Simulation
starts when the menu is accessed. Press "+" or "-" to adjust the speed momentarily, ENTER to save
current simulated speed value.
T1 Simulation
Speed=±RR.RRKN
3.3.10.2. Menu T2 LED’s Lit test

WARNING! The log stops to operate when in this mode. The production test is intended to test
LED’s. First step to the menu by pressing "Menu". Press "+" or "-" to select which LED’s to be lit.
T2 LED’s Lit
COR SIG TR1 TR2
Pressing "-" once makes SIGN to be unlit and shows text:
T2 LED’s Lit
COR TR1 TR2
3.3.10.3. Menu T3 TRU signal TEST

This mode is intended for production test. WARNING! The log stops to operate when entering this
mode. This menu disables the transmitter and sets R1 in Automatic Gain Control test mode. Sampling
is repeated all the time and the log stops measuring speed, and only reports the current AGC level.
T3 TRU PASSIVE
LEVELS ZZZZ:TTTT
This test may also be active in normal operation by software control. The transmit pulse is first
activated to get the AGC echo level, then transmission is inhibited and the settling to the background
level is seen on the LCD. Settling is stopped after 10 seconds, and the log returns to normal
operation. The LCD presents transducer test as:
T3 TRU SIGNAL
LEVELS ZZZZ:TTTT
and normal test result as:
T3 TRU SIGNAL
LEVELS NORMAL
If signal levels are (too) low (and the transducer may be damaged or not connected) as:
T3 TRU SIGNAL
LEVELS LOW
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3.3.10.4. Menu T4 TRU signal TEST

mode. This menu enables the transmitter and sets R1 in Automatic Gain Control test mode. Sampling
is repeated all the time and the log stops measuring speed, and only reports the current AGC level.
T4 TRU ACTIVE
LEVELS ZZZZ:TTTT
3.3.10.5. Menu T5 Receiver test mode 1 (AGClevels)

mode. This menu enables the transmitter and sets R1 in receiver test mode 1. Sampling is repeated all
the time and the log stops measuring speed, and only reports frequency of demodulated input signal
(field ±XX.XX as hHz), correlation level (field FC=DDD) and the current AGC levels (field
ZZZZ:TTTT).
T6 ±XX.XX ±YY.YY
FC=DDD ZZZZ:TTTT
3.3.10.6. Menu T6 Receiver test mode 2 (ADConvert)

mode. This menu enables the transmitter and sets R1 in receiver test mode 2. Sampling is repeated all
the time and the log stops measuring speed, and only reports frequency of demodulated input signal
(field ±XX.XX as hHz), correlation level (field FC=DDD) and the current AD converter levels (field
Uuuu-VVvv, see menu D4 for description).
T6 ±XX.XX ±YY.YY
FC=DDD Uuuu-VVvv
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3.4. Fatal errors

If the log encounters a fatal error condition, it stops normal execution, send a $PSALE serial
message and displays a fatal error on the LCD.The second line is reserved for the error description.
The log will enter reset within a two-second timeout.
FE FATAL ERROR
ERRORCODE-------
Fatal error descriptions are found in the table below.
ERRORCODE------- Explanation
Wrong argument to AD converter
ADC_Convert: Channel num
Err
Message coding error

NMEALIB Err
LCD printout argument too large

LCD size Err
Serial io error
SERIO? Error
Serial io error
Overrun Error
Ahead speed above MAXAHEAD.

SPEED too high
Astern speed above MAXASTERN.

SPEED too low
Sampling routine error.

SAMPLING OVERRUN
E2P routine error.

EEPROM FAIL
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SAL-R1 Bottom parts 701849Aa.doc
Installation of Transducer and Bottom parts
Abstract: Installation instructions for bottom parts MSSB, MSSBSV, MSDBSV and MSSAL
intended for R1 and Imcor transducers.
Contents:
1 INTRODUCTION 2
2 LOCATION OF A TRANSDUCER 3
3 MAINTENANCE OF BOTTOM PARTS 4
4 MOUNTING SET SINGLE BOTTOM (MSSB) 5
5 MOUNTING SET SINGLE BOTTOM SEA VALVE (MSSBSV) 8
6 MOUNTING SET DOUBLE BOTTOM SEA VALVE (MSDBSV) 13
7 MOUNTING SET SAL 24 INSTALLATION (MSSAL) 20
8 CABLING 33
Revisions:
960503 A1 JAW New chapter on TRU
960628 A2 JAW Illustrated
960528 A3, A4 JAW Minor corrections
960603 A5 JAW New illustrations
970528 A7 JAW Bottom flange drawing included
981208 A8 Abo/STE Drawing/picture changes
990901 A9 ABO Typographic changes, WT TRU referenced
020716 Aa OM Transducer cable clarification
Consilium Navigation AB, Finnbodavägen 2, P.O. Box 5021 S-131 05 NACKA, SWEDEN,
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Filename: 701849Aa.doc, Date: 02-08-12
1 Introduction
The SAL-R1 system consists of a transducer (TRU), an electronics unit (R1 ELC) and repeaters,
indicators etc. A standard SAL-R1 can be connected to any piece of equipment reading NMEA
serial data.
The R1 uses the same type of transducer as the Imcor2. Consequently the installation of the
transducer is the same. This also makes it very easy to retrofit an old Imcor2 with a new R1.
NOTE: The transducer is tested with the cable as one unit. Do not cut or modify the transducer
cable. The relative speed measurement operates at a frequency where cable length may affect
performance. Consilium Navigation takes no responsibility in case of cable modification.
Figure 1: The transducer
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The TRU design is shown in the figures. The channels are designed for signal transmission and
reception on 3.8 and 4.2 MHz respectively. The transformer coupling is designed for impedance
matching and crystal load tuning. The front window acts as electrical isolation for the crystals.
Production of the TRU includes trim of the beam angles. The final production test includes signal
level measurement, and beam angle measurement. The production of the TRU's depend a lot on
handicraft skill.
30 metres cable
Figure 2: R1-transducer design.
2 Location of a transducer
2.1 Introduction
It is important to remember that what the R1 measures is actually the speed of a discrete number of
particles moving in a small water volume under the hull. In order to interpret the echoed signal it is
anticipated that the particles are moving parallel to the vessel axis.
This makes the positioning of the TRU very important. The water flow below the TRU must not be
turbulent or affected by skew water flows. Turbulent flow gives no common signal between the two
channels. The flow of water below the TRU must also be smooth. If the flow is very turbulent the log
may give an inaccurate speed measurement or may not be able to measure at all.
It should be noted that a good transducer installation is of primary importance for achieving
good performance of the log system. Selecting correct transducer location shall be done in co-
operation with Consilium Navigation AB and Consilium Navigation AB must approve the selected
location!
2.2 Important rules of positioning the transducer

• The transducer should, preferably, be installed in the foremost area of the vessel, if possible in a
perpendicular position in the lower section of the bulb, close to the keel line. It may also be
installed in the forepeak or in a double bottom peak tank.
• The transducer may be installed in the aft part of the vessel, e.g. at the foremost end of the engine
room. Its distance from the propeller must be greater than 1/4 of the ship’s length.
• Install close to the keel line.
• The compartment in which the transducer is installed may be sealed by a manhole or hatch but the
compartment must be accessible for service.
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• On tankers, the installation position is not to be within the Ex-area. The transducer must never
come into contact with explosive cargoes.
• The installation position is to be at least 2 m from any echo sounder transmitters and similar
devices.
• In the vicinity of the installation position, the outer skin of the vessel must be free from sudden
projections, steps and sharp edges. These will cause water turbulence and therefore inaccurate
speed data.
• Water inlets and outlets influence the flow of current, therefore the transducer is to be installed at
least 2 m forward of such openings.
• The transducer must always remain submerged, even with a minimum of cargo in heavy seas.
• Sufficient headroom must be available at the transducer position to allow for its fitting and removal
(see the chapter for appropriate bottom parts).
• Do not cut the cable! Warranty is void if cable is cut!
3 Maintenance of Bottom Parts

Each bottom part assembly incorporates a zinc ring, which acts as a sacrificial anode to prevent
corrosion of the transducer and bottom parts. This zinc ring should be checked, and changed if badly
corroded, each time that the ship is dry-docked.
Material: Structural Steel

type SS-Steel 2172-00
(SS=Swedish Standard)
or DIN st 52-3
Max Carbon 0.2% in the cast
Figure 3: Bottom flange.
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4 Mounting set single bottom (MSSB)

The mounting set single bottom assembly is suitable for small ships, which can be easily moved out of
the water onto a slipway for access. It may also be used for ships where insufficient space is
available for fitting a sea valve.
The components of the MSSB assembly are supplied in a kit form for assembly in the ship. Before
starting assembly check the contents of the kit against the packing list. Figure 4 shows how the
components fit together. The complete assembly with its overall dimensions is shown in figure 5.
Figure 4: MSSB assembly diagram
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Figure 5: MSSB dimensions
4.1 Transducer housing

The TRU housing must first be welded into a hole cut in the ship bottom.
1. Cut a circular hole, diameter 170 mm (+10 / -0 mm) at the selected TRU position.
2. Weld the TRU housing into the hole; ensure that it is positioned with the stud holes in the top
flange along the fore/aft and athwartship lines (see figure 6). A welder holding qualifications
approved by the applicable classification society should carry out welding work.
3. It is important that the outer (bottom) surface of the housing should be flush with the
hull. The welded joint must be ground smooth and flush with the hull. There must be no sharp
edges to interfere with the water flow over the transducer.
4. Fit the zinc ring and the guide ring into the bottom of the housing and secure with four FS10 × 35
screws.
5. Screw four PS12 × 55 studs into the top flange of the housing.
Figure 6: TRU housing position
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4.2 TRU assembly

1. Fit the small O ring into the recess at the top of the TRU. Pass the cable through the cover and
attach the TRU to the cover with four MC6S 4 × 10 Allen screws. The alignment peg ensures
that it can only fit one way round. Fit the large O ring into the base of the cover.
2. Screw the cable gland with the O ring into the cover and tighten the gland around the cable.
3. Apply anti-corrosion sealing compound to the joining surfaces of the cover and the TRU housing.
4. Insert the TRU assembly carefully into the housing, making sure that it locates correctly in the
guide ring. Ensure that the flat on the cover faces towards starboard (see figure 7).
5. Secure the TRU assembly to the housing using M6 M12 nuts and locknuts.
Figure 7: TRU orientation
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5 Mounting set single bottom sea valve (MSSBSV)

The mounting set single bottom sea valve assembly is suitable for larger single bottom ships, where
the TRU can be removed without taking the ship out of the water.
The components of the MSSBSV assembly are supplied in kit form for assembly in the ship. Before
starting assembly check the contents of the kit against the packing list. Figure 8 and 9 show how the
components fit together. The complete assembly with its overall dimensions is shown in figure 10.
Figure 8: MSSBSV sea valve assembly diagram
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5.1 Sea valve assembly

The bottom flange must first be welded into a hole cut in the ship bottom.
1. Cut a circular hole, diameter 170 mm (+10 / -0 mm) at the selected TRU position.
2. Weld the bottom flange into the hole - ensure that it is positioned so that the sea valve may be
fitted without obstruction. A welder holding qualifications approved by the applicable
classification society should carry out welding work.
3. It is important that the outer (bottom) surface of the flange should be flush with the hull.
The welded joint must be ground smooth and flush with the hull. There must be no sharp edges to
interfere with the water flow over the transducer.
4. Fit the zinc ring and the guide ring into the base of the bottom flange and secure with four
FS10 × 35 screws.
5. Screw four PS12 × 55 studs into the top flange of the housing.
6. Place seal 1 on the flange surface. Fit the sea valve over the studs, align it correctly with the flange
and secure it with the M6 M12 nuts and locknuts.
7. Place seal 2 on top of the sea valve. Fit the valve cover with fork, align it correctly with the sea
valve and secure it using M6S12 × 50 screws, with M6 M12 nuts and locknuts.
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Figure 9: MSSBSV TRU assembly diagram
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Figure 10: MSSBSV dimensions
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5.2 TRU assembly

1. Fit the O ring into the recess at the top of the TRU. Pass the cable through the TRU connecting
tube, making sure the tube is in the correct way round (see figure 9).
2. Attach the TRU to the connecting tube with four MC6S 4 × 10 Allen screws. The alignment peg
ensures that it can only fit one way round.
3. Screw the cable gland with the O ring into the connecting tube and tighten the gland around the
cable.
4. Slide the tube bracket assembly onto the TRU assembly and slightly tighten the clamp screws.
5.3 TRU installation

1. Carefully insert the TRU assembly into the sea valve assembly, making sure that the sea valve is
fully open. On no account use force, this could easily damage the transmitter/receiver components
at the bottom of the TRU.
2. Insert the TRU until it reaches a definite firm stop. If possible, ensure that it is fully home by
checking from outside the hull.
3. Slide the tube bracket assembly down so that the threaded stem and wing nut locate in the fork of
the valve cover. Do not tighten the wing nut or clamp screws at this stage.
4. Rotate the transducer connecting tube so that the flat faces to starboard. Use a suitable straight
guide bar held against the flat to orientate the transducer as accurately as possible (see figure 11).
5. Carefully tighten the wing nut while pressing down on the transducer to ensure that it stays fully
down.
6. Finally tighten the tube bracket screws.
Figure 11: Orientation of TRU tube
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6 Mounting set double bottom sea valve (MSDBSV)

The mounting set double bottom sea valve assembly is suitable for larger double bottom ships, where
the transducer can be removed without taking the ship out of water.
The components of the MSDBSV assembly are supplied in kit form for assembly in the ship. Before
starting assembly check the contents of the kit against the packing list. To complete the assembly, the
Intermediate Tube and Blanking Plate must be manufactured by the shipyard, and welded to the
valve flange and the bottom flange.
Figures 12 and 17 show how the components fit together. The complete assembly with its overall
dimensions is shown in figure 13.
Figure 12: MSDBSV sea valve assembly diagram
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Figure 13: MSDBSV dimensions
6.1 Intermediate tube and blanking plate manufacture

1. Make the intermediate tube to the dimensions shown in figure 14. The material used should be
steel, type SS2172-03.
2. Use Table 1 to choose the required intermediate tube length, and the part no. and length of the
transducer connecting tube to be used.
3. Make the blanking plate to the dimensions shown in figure 15. Place the blanking plate around the
intermediate tube and then weld both the valve flange and the bottom flange to the intermediate
tube in accordance with figure 16.
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Figure 14: MSDBSV intermediate tube manufacture
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Tank height T Intermediate tube length TRU connecting tube

(mm) (mm) Tube length (mm) Part no.
Below 700 800 1000 71 - 21507-01
701 - 900 1000 1200 71 - 21507-02
901 - 1100 1200 1400 71 - 21507-03
1101 - 1300 1400 1600 71 - 21507-04
1301 - 1500 1600 1800 71 - 21507-05
1501 - 1700 1800 2000 71 - 21507-06
1701 - 1900 2000 2200 71 - 21507-07
1901 - 2100 2200 2400 71 - 21507-08
2101 - 2300 2400 2600 71 - 21507-09
2301 - 2500 2600 2800 71 - 21507-10
2501 - 2700 2800 3000 71 - 21507-11
2701 - 2900 3000 3200 71 - 21507-12
2901 - 3100 3200 3400 71 - 21507-13
3101 - 3300 3400 3600 71 - 21507-14
3301 - 3500 3600 3800 71 - 21507-15
3501 - 3700 3800 4000 71 - 21507-16
3701 - 3900 4000 4200 71 - 21507-17
3901 - 4100 4200 4400 71 - 21507-18
4101 - 4300 4400 4600 71 - 21507-19
4301 - 4500 4600 4800 71 - 21507-20
4501 - 4700 4800 5000 71 - 21507-21
4701 - 4900 5000 5200 71 - 21507-22
Table 1. Intermediate tube and transducer tube lengths
Figure 15: Blanking plate manufacture
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Figure 16: Welding intermediate tube
6.2 Sea valve assembly

The bottom flange must first be welded into a hole cut in the ship bottom.
1. Cut a circular hole (diameter 170 mm, +10 / - 0 mm) at the selected transducer position in the
hull.
2. Weld the bottom flange into the hole; ensure that it is positioned so that the sea valve may be
fitted without obstruction. Note 1. A welder holding qualifications approved by the applicable
classification society should carry out welding work. Note 2. It is important that the outer
(bottom) surface of the flange should be flush with the hull. The welded joint must be ground
smooth and flush with the hull. There must be no sharp edges to interfere with the water flow past
the transducer.
3. Cut a circular hole (diameter 100 mm) in the tank top, vertically above the transducer position
(see figure 12).
4. Apply the prefabricated blanking plate over the hole in the tank top. Do not weld yet! Insert the
prefabricated intermediate tube, with valve flange welded on top, into the blanking plate and
down into the double bottom to coincide with the bottom hull flange.
5. Align the intermediate tube vertically and complete welding to the bottom flange, tank
top / blanking plate and blanking plate / intermediate tube. See figure 12.
6. Fit the zinc ring and the guide ring into the base of the bottom flange and secure with four
FS10 × 35 screws.
7. Screw four PS12 × 55 studs into the top of the valve flange.
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8. Place seal 1 on the flange surface. Fit the sea valve over the studs, align it correctly with the flange
and secure with the M6 M12 nuts and locknuts.
9. Place seal 2 on top of the sea valve, fit the valve cover with fork, align it correctly with the sea
valve and secure it using the M6 S12 × 50 screws, with M6 M12 nuts and locknuts.
6.3 Transducer assembly

1. Fit the small O ring into the recess at the top of the transducer. Pass the cable through the
transducer connecting tube, making sure the tube is the correct way up (see figure 17).
2. Attach the transducer to the connecting tube with four MC6S4 × 10 Allen screws; the alignment
peg ensures that it can only fit one way round.
3. Screw the cable gland with O ring into the connecting tube and tighten the gland around the cable.
4. Slide the tube bracket assembly onto the transducer assembly and slightly tighten the clamp
screws.
Figure 17: MSDBSV transducer assembly
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6.4 Transducer installation

1. Carefully insert the transducer assembly into the sea valve assembly, making sure that the valve is
fully open. On no account use force, this could easily damage the transmitter / receiver
components at the bottom of the transducer.
2. Insert the transducer until it reaches a definite firm stop. If possible, ensure that the transducer is
fully home by checking from outside the hull.
the valve cover. Do not tighten the wing nut or clamp screws at this stage.
4. Rotate the transducer tube so that the flat faces towards starboard. Use a suitable straight guide
bar held against the flat to orientate the transducer as accurately as possible (see figure 18).
home.
6. Finally tighten the tube bracket clamp screws.
Figure 18: Orientation of transducer tube
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7 Mounting set SAL 24 installation (MSSAL)

The mounting set for SAL 24 installations includes all items required to convert existing SAL 24
installations to accept the lmcor2 transducer. The new transducer may be fitted without dry docking
the ship; dry docking is preferable, however, as this also allows new external parts to be fitted.
Three basic types of SAL 24 installations are currently in use:

1. Single Bottom.
2. Double Bottom Old (before 1977).
3. Double Bottom New (after 1977).
Note. Where the EPTM (Electric Pitot Tube Manoeuvring) equipment head is installed, the
Imcor2 conversion is not directly possible. The EPTM head must first be replaced with a standard
SAL 24 head.
This section describes the conversion procedure for each type of installation both with and without
dry docking.
7.1 Transducer connecting tube

The length of the transducer connecting tube should be the nearest size to the length of the old pitot
tube (see table 1 in chapter 6).
7.2 Installation without dry docking

The procedure described below applies to all three types of SAL 24 installations. The conversion kit
supplied comprises the necessary parts to convert all three types of SAL 24 installations. The kit also
includes new external bottom parts, which cannot be fitted without dry docking. It is recommended
that these parts should be fitted when the ship is next dry
docked.
7.2.1 Removal of existing SAL 24 pitot tube

Before attempting to remove the old pitot tube, check that the sea valve appears to be functional.
Although it is not possible to check it completely with the sensor in place, at least ensure that the
valve wheel is not seized with corrosion but is free to turn by hand.
1. Unscrew the top fork fixing to the pitot tube.

2. Start to withdraw the old pitot tube from the top. This may prove difficult, as it is often held firmly
in place by corrosion between the sensor and the housing. It will usually be necessary to use a
mechanical hoist to remove the tube.
3. When certain that the pitot tube has cleared the sea valve, close the valve securely, and
completely remove the tube.
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7.2.2 Measurement of transducer depth

The depth of the bore from top to bottom must be gauged to ensure that the new Imcor2 transducer
is fitted with its transducer head flush with the hull. If the head projects outside the hull, it may easily
be damaged when struck by solid objects, or ice.
The depth is conveniently measured using a special Depth Gauge, available from Consilium
Navigation.
Figure 19: Depth Gauge assembly
The depth gauge assembly is shown in figure 19. It consists of the depth gauge part itself, which has
'wings' that can be unfolded by pushing down the gauge-operating rod. (These 'wings' act as a stop
against the outside of the hull.)
The depth gauge must be attached to the transducer connecting tube and the gauge operating rod
fitted through the tube (see figure 19).
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1. Insert the assembled gauge into the bore (with the 'wings' folded and the sea valve open) and
push the gauge down as far as possible.
2. Push down the gauge-operating rod to unfold the wings, and pull the whole gauge upwards, as far
as possible, so that the 'wings' locate against the ship bottom.
3. Slide the gauge clamp down onto the top of the sea valve assembly and tighten it securely at this
position.
4. Pull up the gauge-operating rod to fold the wings and remove the gauge assembly.
5. Remove the depth gauge and the operating rod from the transducer connecting tube but leave
the clamp in position.
7.2.3 Transducer fitting

Assemble the transducer in accordance with the instructions given in chapter 7.4 but do not remove
the clamp.
2. Lower the transducer assemblies until the clamp touches the top of the sea valve assembly.
the valve cover.
5. Tighten the clamp screws and the wing nut.
7.3 Installation in dry dock

Installation in dry dock allows the new external bottom parts to be fitted. The kit includes different
parts suitable for all three types of SAL 24 installations. Depending upon the individual installation,
some modifications may be necessary to the parts in the kit to enable them to fit correctly. These are
described in the following installation instructions.
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7.3.1 SAL 24 single bottom

Refer to figures 20 - 24 for the following steps.
1. Remove the old SAL 24 tube. This will usually require the use of a mechanical hoist, especially if
corrosion is present within the bottom parts.
2. Remove and discard the old zinc ring (see figure 20).
3. Grind away the protruding centre sleeve, chamfering inwards slightly to avoid fouling the new zinc
ring when fitted (see figure 21).
4. Ream the middle of the centre sleeve to a diameter greater than 36 mm.
5. Check the fit of the new guide ring in its recess in the housing. If the guide ring is thicker than the
hull it should be ground in accordance with figure 22 so that the bottom face lies flush with the
hull.
6. If the guide ring is thinner than the hull, a packing ring will need to be made in accordance with
figure 23.
7. Place the zinc ring1 and guide ring into their recesses and fasten with four screws (see figure 24).
Note that the screws supplied may require shortening.
Assembly and fitting of the transducer are described in chapter 7.4.
Figure 20: SAL 24 single bottom conversion: Remove and discard old zinc ring and screws
1
The zinc ring may be a loose fit in its recess. This is unimportant; its only function is to provide
anticorrosion protection for the bottom parts.
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Figure 21: SAL 24 single bottom conversion: Prepare bottom part
Figure 22: SAL 24 single bottom conversion: Prepare new guide ring (for hull thinner than guide
ring)
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Figure 23: SAL 24 single bottom conversion: Manufacture packing ring (for hulls thicker than
guide ring)
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Figure 24: SAL 24 single bottom conversion: Fit new components
7.3.2 SAL 24 double bottom (old)

Refer to figures 25 - 27 for the following steps.
1. Remove the old SAL 24 sensor. This will usually require the use of a mechanical hoist, especially
if corrosion is present within the bottom parts.
2. Remove and discard the old zinc ring and the centre brass guide tube (see figure 25).
3. Insert the new guide tube into the bore of the assembly, weld in position (see figure 26) and grind
the weld flush.
4. Check that the recess for the zinc ring is clean and flat, grind it flat if necessary.
5. Check the fit of the new guide ring in its recess in the housing, using the four spacers shown in
figure 27. If the guide ring is thicker than the hull it should be ground in accordance with figure 22
so that the bottom face lies flush with the hull.
figure 23.
7. Assemble the packing spacers, zinc ring2 and guide ring into their recesses and fasten with four
screws (see figure 27). Note that the screws may require shortening.
2
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Figure 25: SAL 24 double bottom (old) conversion: Remove and discard old guide tube, zinc
ring and screws
Figure 26: SAL 24 double bottom (old) conversion: Insert new guide tube and weld in position
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Figure 27: SAL 24 double bottom (old) conversion: Fit new components
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7.3.3 SAL 24 double bottom (new)

Refer to figures 28 and 29 for the following steps.
1. Remove the old SAL 24 sensor. This will usually require the use of a mechanical hoist if corrosion
is present within the bottom parts.
2. Remove and discard the old zinc ring and guide tube (see figure 28), together with the eight fixing
screws.
3. Check the fit of the new guide ring in its recess in the housing. If necessary, grind it in accordance
with the instructions given for the SAL 24 single bottom conversion (figure 22)
figure 23.
5. Assemble the zinc ring3 and guide ring into their recesses and fasten with four screws (see figure
29). Note that the screws supplied may require shortening.
Figure 28: SAL 24 double bottom (new) conversion: Remove and discard old guide tube, zinc
ring and screws
3
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Figure 29: SAL 24 double bottom (new) conversion: Fit new zinc ring and guide ring
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7.4 Transducer fitting
7.4.1 Transducer assembly

1. Fit the small O ring into the recess at the top of the transducer. Pass the cable through the
transducer connecting tube, making sure the tube is the correct way round (see figure 30).
2. Attach the transducer to the connecting tube with four MC6S4 × 10 screws; the alignment peg
ensures that it can only fit one way round.
3. Screw the cable gland and O ring into the connecting tube and tighten the gland around the cable.
4. Slide the tube bracket assembly onto the transducer assembly and slightly tighten the clamp
screws.
7.4.2 Transducer installation

2. Insert the transducer until it reaches a definite firm stop. If possible, ensure that the transducer is
fully home by checking from outside the hull. Do not tighten the wing nut or clamp screws at this
stage.
the valve cover.
down.
6. Finally tighten the tube bracket clamp screws.
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Figure 30: Transducer assembly
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8 Cabling
The TRU is delivered with a 30 metre cable mounted. It is a four-wire cable with inner shielding.
This cable connects the TRU to the ELC. The cable must have no joints via any junction box of any
kind, but be connected directly from the transducer to the ELC. Do not under any circumstances
cut the cable!
To make sure that the R1 works well the cable should not be fastened close to other high voltage
cables (440 VAC or more). If the cable is too long roll up the extra metres outside the ELC box. Do
not store any extra cable inside the ELC. The extra metres inside will act as an antenna and may
affect the electronics.
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SAL R1 ELC installation 701850AD.doc
Installation of Electronics Unit
Abstract: The installation procedure for the ELC is presented together with DIP switch and jumper
settings and instruction for upgrading software.
Contents:
1. INTRODUCTION 3
2. MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS 5
3. SELECTING LOCATION 6
4. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 6
5. DISPLAY UNITS 9
6. DIP SWITCH SETTINGS 10
7. JUMPER SETTINGS 12
8. DOWNLOADING OF NEW SOFTWARE 13
9. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 14
10. POWER SUPPLY 14
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Filename: 701850AD.doc, Date: 02-08-12
Revisions:
960531 A3 JAW DIP switch settings added
960625 A5 JAW R1P given a section of its own
961029 A6 JAW New illustrations
961220 A7 JAW ToC included. New illustrations.
970317 A8 Ajö DIP-switch settings corrected.
970427 A9 JAW Power supply chapter added
981214 Aa ABO/STE Pictures and dip-switches
990520 Ab STE Navigation & details for software update added
990901 Ac ABO Typographic changes
1999-12-02 Ad STE Dip switch description corrected
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1. Introduction
Equipment for a large R1 system is seen in figure 1.
Cable diagram
SAL R1
SD SD SD SD SD SD
4 4 4 4 4 4
LDU (Log Distribution Unit) RELAY OUTPUT

8 x 2 screened cable
230/115 VAC
50/60 Hz
Output signal cables

2 x 2 pair twisted with
From Log Distribution Unit.
screen min. 0,5 mm2.
Max. length 400 m. Normal copper shielded ships
Cable min. 0,5 to 1,5 mm2.
230/115 VAC
SAL R1 / ELC
50/60 Hz
Voltage supplies cables.

Screened cable 3 x 1,5 mm2.
30 m fixed length.
Cable integrated
with transducer.
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Figure 1: The SAL-R1 system block diagram
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2. Mechanical dimensions
The ELC is designed for surface bulkhead mounting and has a gland plate at the bottom for cable
entry. The ELC case is IP 65-enclosure type suitable for indoor locations such as engine rooms,
ballast pump rooms and similar rooms below the load line. However, in any case the ELC should
never be installed below floor plates. It should never be installed in any locations permanently
exposed to water!
The overall dimensions and mounting details for the ELC are given in the figure below.
Figure 2 R1 Dimensions
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3. Selecting location
An obvious requirement for selecting a good location of the ELC is the standard 30 m. cable to the
transducer, as mentioned above. Other criteria for the chosen location are:
• The ELC must be easily accessible for transducer replacement, log calibration or other service.
• The location should be reasonably sheltered and should offer a stable temperature that must never
be outside the range 0 - 40°C.
• The location must not expose the ELC for excessive vibration levels.
• The location should be far from electrical installations giving excessive electric and/or magnetic
fields, such as powerful electrical motors for ventilation, bowthrusters etc.
• There must be a reasonably good way of laying the 30 m. cable to the transducer in such a way
that enables transducer replacement.
• The drawing above defines the mechanical dimensions. There must be a flat surface for mounting
and it must also be possible to fit the four bolts. Note also that there must be enough room (350
mm. free space in front of the unit) for opening the doors to access the electronics inside and that
there is room for cables below the cabinet.
4. Installation procedure
4.1. Introduction
Depending on how the order was placed, a ship's specific wiring diagram may be delivered with this
manual. If not, a typical wiring diagram is included.
In general, it is sufficient to fulfil some simple rules for good electrical connections within the system.
• The ELC shall be firmly grounded to the ship's structure. An extremely solid connection is to be
made between the metal structure of the hull and the grounding screw on the outside of the case.
The cable area of this connection shall be at least 10 mm2, preferably using copper braid.
• In all cases the cable screens must be connected ONLY to the ground stud in the electronics unit.
The screens must NOT be connected at the display units or other users.
• All wires shall be electrically shielded and all signal wiring to the connectors shall be twisted pairs.
The mains supply will require a separate cable, which need not be screened.
• For IEC 1162-1 / NMEA, analogue or pulse signals, a cross-section of 0.25 mm2 is electrically
sufficient, although dimensions 0.75 mm2 to 1.5 mm2 normal ships cable are recommended.
4.2. Mechanical installation

1. Loosen the four screws of the chassis. Also disconnect the earth link at the chassis end. Remove
the complete chassis by lifting it slightly upwards and out of the case.
2. The case mounting holes should be filled with fibre sealing to maintain water tightness.
3. Mount the case to the bulkhead using M6 screws or equal.
4. Replace the chassis in the case, reconnect the earth link and tighten the four chassis mounting
screws.
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4.3. Electrical connections to the ELC
Electronics Unit SAL-R1
SAL R1
Consilium Marine
37 39 40
1 2 3 4 5 50 51 52 53
Figure 3 R1 ELC
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The electrical connections to the ELC is fairly simple in a normal installation, since the number of
cables to be connected in a standard installation is small, see table 1.
1. Start with installing the transducer cable. The transducer cable is marked with cable numbers at
the end. Each cable number corresponds to the same terminal number. Never shorten the
transducer cable since this will seriously impair performance of the log system.
2. Next step is power connection. Start with making sure that available power is within system limits
stated. Connect available power to the concerned terminals 37,39 and 40 for 230 VAC. If the R1
supplied is built for 115 VAC the same terminals may also be used for this voltage, see chapter on
Power Supply.
3. Finally connect the indicators or the extension box to the NMEA output.
Terminal 1 2 3 4 5 50 51 52 53 37 39
Signal TRU TRU TRU TRU TRU NMEA NMEA +20 Ret 230 230
Name #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 ”A” ”B” VDC VDC VAC VAC
Table 1 Connections for R1
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5. Display units
Different display units can be connected to the electronics unit, e.g.:
• Digital Speed and Distance Display SD1-X
• Digital Speed Display SD2-X
• R1 Main Digital Speed Indicator SD3
• Analogue Speed Indicator SIA2-7, SIA1-3
• Digital Speed and Distance Display DD1-1
The display units present in the current installation are described in detail in other sections. A
maximum of ten SD-indicators can be connected to the serial RS485 output (the NMEA output). It
is also possible to power up to three SD-indicators straight from the R1 ELC.
Figure 4 SAL R1 PCB
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6. DIP switch settings
Figure 5 R1 with cover plates removed
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A 7-pole DIP switch, SW3, is located on the board. It can be seen at the large arrow in figure 5.
You may check the settings when the ELC is installed. However, the DIP switch positions should not
be changed during normal operation. Default values are shown in bold font:
Switch Position Function

SW3.1 Off Not used
SW3.2 Off Not used
SW3.3 Off SAL R1
On RSC860B in SAL-860B/870/865 log
system
SW3.4 Off Use EEPROM parameters @ reset
On Overwrite EEPROM parameters with
default values @ reset
SW3.5 Off Not used
SW3.6 Off Not used
SW3.7 Off Normal operation
On CPU reset
After changing DIPswitch settings, put the R1 to reset (toggle SW3.7) in order to make the changes
valid.
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7. Jumper settings
JP7
JP2 JP1
JP4
JP3
Figure 6 R1 with cover plates removed

There are 5 jumpers located on the R1 motherboard. They can be seen at the arrows in figure 6 and
are presented here for information only. You may check the settings when the ELC is installed.
However, the jumpers should not be changed during normal operation! Default values are shown in
highlighted letters:
JP1
1-2 Using 512 flash PROM
1-2 Using 256 PROM
JP2
1-2 Flash PROM
2-3 EPROM
JP3
1-2 Using Siemens 80517A processor
2-3 Using Siemens 80517 processor
JP4
1-2 External reset
2-3 Normal setting (Reset using DIP switch SW7)
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JP7
Not connected Normal setting
Connected No transmission of 3.8 / 4.2 MHz pulses
8. Downloading of new software

The R1 ELC is delivered with the software installed in a flash memory. If, however, an update of
software would become necessary, this chapter explains how to do it.
If the downloaded software has been corrupted, the R1 will also prompt for new download by
writing "BOOT FAIL". The SAL R1 will then reset at regular intervals. The first message is:
SALR1 BOOTLOADER
Rev. 701822B0
followed by
SALR1 BOOTLOADER
BOOT SUCCESS
when the software has correct checksum, or
SALR1 BOOTLOADER
BOOT FAIL
when the software has a faulty checksum.
Flashing new software must be made using a special cable. The connectors 1, 4 and 5 on the R1 9-
pole D-sub should be connected to the connectors 2, 3 and 5 on the PC COM-port 9-pole D-sub:
R1 D-sub PC
1 RXD 1
6 6
2 2
7 7
3 3
8 TXD 8
4 4
9 9
5 GND 5
Figure 7 Special cable for communicating with R1
Flashing is performed with a MS-DOS based PC-based program delivered with the software
update. It may be necessary to try a few times to connect the PC to the R1. During programming,
which takes about 15 minutes, the serial channel will be occupied for flashing and other units
connected to the log may behave unexpectedly as special data will be sent out. After the update is
finished, the log will automatically reset. The typical command line for an update can be:
c:> flash38k –b38400 –d701823E4.ihx -u
Writing only flash38k shows an argument description for the program.
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The PC program starts by establishing connection to the R1. It then reads the old code (if it is
available). The R1 then erases the flash, and finally the new software will be downloaded into the R1.
If an error occurs during download, the R1 will write a message on the LCD indicating that it awaits
the sequence to be restarted.
9. Optional equipment
9.1. R1P
If the R1 has an extra serial-to-pulse converter board, R1P, mounted (inside the ELC) data can be
output as pulses (four outputs 200 p/NM, one output 20 000 p/NM) and analogue voltage (one
output 0,1 V/knots and one forward/astern indicator ± 5 V). When an R1P is mounted the R1
becomes fully compatible with a SAL-Imcor2 and can replace the Imcor2 in any installation. See
section on R1P for details.
9.2. Extension box

There are three different possibilities for extension box in an R1 system: Log Processing Unit (LPU),
Log Distribution Unit (LDU) and Log Extension Box (LEB 1-5). Their common mission is to
distribute data and power to a larger number of indicators. If one of them is present in the current
installation the relevant manual is included in section on extension unit.
10. Power Supply

A standard SAL-R1 is adapted to 230 VAC power supplies. However, qualified service engineers
can adapt the R1 for 115 VAC power supply on demand.
Remove mains supply. Remove the front covers plates and change the connections of the
transformer. The different connections can be found in the figures below. NOTE: if a unit is changed
to 115 VAC power supplies, this have to be informed to Consilium Navigation AB.
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orange red orange

red brown
brown
green
green
A B
230 VAC 115 VAC
Figure 8 Different transformer connections. A: 230 VAC, B 115 VAC
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éConsilium
Technical Manual
Serial Digital
Display SD1
Article No. 701034

çConsilium Serial Digital Displays SD1 Art No. 701034L1
Serial digital display SD1, Technical manual
Contents
1. Background
2. Function, general
3. Function; instrument versions
4. Serial data message definitions
5. Technical data
6. Installation and testing
7. Accessories
Revisions
92-09-02 H0 Ajö SD2 description moved to separate document
93-10-07 H1 Ajö New figures, inclusion of accessories and new layout
94-03-08 I0 Ajö Inclusion of new remote DIM function and new version SD1-8 acc to
software revision D0
94-03-18 I1 Ajö Spelling errors corrected
96-05-22 J0 Ajö Inclusion of SDR Remote control unit
96-07-17 J1 Ajö Existing front panel foil versions updated
96-07-24 J2 JAW Minor corrections
96-10-18 J3 Ajö SD1-7 description added
98-04-17 J4 Ajö Unit numbers for SD1-7 & -8 corrected
1999-01-27 K0 Ajö New watertight unit described. Obsolete versions reduced.
1999-05-20 K1 Ajö Typographical changes
2002-04-23 K2 JXA New firstpage and headers/footers
2002-05-16 L0 RB Taken out NMEA version. Ref. to 701164
2002-07-10 L1 STE Update for VLW decoding
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1. Background
The new SD1 display is intended as a versatile multi-purpose digital display. By changing the
front panel and re-programming the unit, different configurations of displayed information is
available. These versions are defined here.
All instrument versions will decode all defined messages and display all possible information if
available. This means that a complex instrument like version 6 will connect to a simple water-
track log like SAL-Imcor or SAL R1 and display water-track speed only.
Generally, all instruments will enter all requested modes if the information is available in the
data format received even if part of the required information is momentarily missing. The
missing information will then be indicated by displays showing "---" or applicable, not by
blanked displays or "000".
2.1 Lamp test

By pressing both "DIM" keys simultaneously during operation, the instrument will light all
segments and indicators. This function is available in all operational modes.
2.2 "RESET TRIP" key

This key is used to reset the local trip distance counter. To prevent accidental operation, it
must be pressed for two seconds to operate.
2.3 Serial/Pulse data

Some of the SD1 versions will work with both pulse and NMEA data. There are no settings to
be done to switch the instrument between the two versions. When an instrument receives
NMEA data for the first time, it will enter the NMEA mode and discard any pulse input. The
reverse situation is not available; the instrument will only enter pulse mode when serial data
has not been received. To reset this condition, mode "254" must be programmed. See
section 6 for this.
If SD1 indicators are programmed to the ”3X” series of modes, the pulse/status inputs will be
interpreted by the indicator as remote control inputs for the push buttons.
2.4 Invalid/unavailable information

Depending on the NMEA formats, invalid data can be indicated by certain status characters or
by missing (NULL) data fields. In this case the corresponding display field will indicate "---". In
some cases it will also force the indicator to another display mode.
2.5 Incorrect/missing NMEA messages

If syntactically correct NMEA messages are not received within an approximate time limit of
15 seconds, the indicators will display "Err" in the upper display field.
This means that if for instance a speed indicator receives properly formatted depth data only
(for instance $VDDPT...), it will not enter the "Err" mode but keep on decoding and treat all
input data as invalid.
2.6 Remote DIM messages

All SD1 versions using D0 program version or later will respond to the $PSALR remote DIM
message. This means that all SD1 displays connected to the NMEA output of a SAL device
having the remote DIM facility will increment or decrement their light intensity as controlled by
this device (such as, for instance SD2-5 or SD2-6).
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2.7 Total Distance

The function total distance has changed (software 701059F0 and above) to support remote
operation. The total distance counter is available only in WT (water track) mode. For
indicators with Bottom track the total display will show "------" for unavailable information. The
total distance is remotely controlled with a serial message (distance through water $--VLW).
Local accumulation will still be used if no serial distance message is available.
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3. Function; instrument versions
3.1 SD1-1, Version 1, Standard BT/WT speed, total/trip distance

Article no: 701061
Speed
WT
BT
Distance
Trip
Total
Press Test
2 sec
1
7 BT Trip Reset
0
1
0
7 WT Total Trip
DIM
Decodes the following serial data: $--VBW WT/BT Long/Transv Speed message,
$PCVSW, $PCVVE and $PCVVD Speed/Depth, $PKVBW Atlas Marine speed message,
$PSAL... Various test and programming messages, $--VLW Distance travelled through the
water.
The indicator also operates from pulse/status inputs. In this case, however, the BT/WT key is
inactive, since choice between WT/BT status is defined by the status input.
Operation
The BT/WT key switches the instrument between BT and WT indication, which is shown by
the LED beside the speed display. The instrument will indicate "---" if asked to show data not
available. However, it will automatically switch to WT status if BT tracking is lost. In this case,
automatic switch over to BT will take place again when BT is valid.
The Trip/Total key will toggle the lower display between the two separate distance counters
for trip and total distance accumulation (trip: WT or BT; total: WT only with $--VLW). $--VLW
messages are decoded. This will set the total distance counter to the value contained in the
message. The local trip distance counter will NOT be affected by this message, it will
continue to integrate distance from displayed speed.
The Reset Trip key will reset the trip distance counter. It must be held for at least 2 seconds
to perform this function to avoid accidental resetting. Note! This 2 second safety time-out can
be ignored if the instrument is programmed to version #21 instead of the standard #1.
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3.2 SD1-2, Version 2. WT/BT speed, total/trip distance

Article no: 701062
S peed
WT
SA L
SD 1-2
BT
Dist ance
Trip
Total
P re ss Test
2 sec
701062
Trip Rese t
Total Trip
DIM
( 70 10 8 2 D)
water.
However, this indicator version is intended also for pulse operation and it will indicate and
display WT or BT speed and distance from 20 kp/NM SAL pulse outputs as defined by
connected status signals.
It is intended primarily for the SAL Imcor 2 WT logs with NMEA or pulse operation and for SAL
840 or SAL 860 WT/BT logs if operated with pulse input. For SAL 840/860 logs with NMEA
outputs, the SD1-1 is a better choice, since this gives local choice of WT or BT operation.
Operation
If operated on pulse input, the BT/WT status input will control indication of what is being
displayed. If operated on NMEA input, the indicator will display BT longitudinal speed
whenever possible, else it will switch to WT indication.
The Trip/Total key will toggle the lower display between the two separate distance counters
for trip and total distance accumulation. In both cases, the distance counters will accumulate
the displayed speed (trip: WT or BT; total: WT only with $--VLW). $--VLW messages are
decoded. This will set the total distance counter to the value contained in the message. The
local trip distance counter will NOT be affected by this message, it will continue to integrate
distance from displayed speed.
The Reset Trip key will reset the trip distance counter. It must be held for at least 2 seconds
to perform this function to avoid accidental resetting. Note! This 2 second safety time-out can
be ignored if the instrument is programmed to version #22 instead of the standard #1.
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3.3 Version 3, Depth

Article no: 701063
DEPTH
Decodes the following serial
Tru e data:
Meas
$--DPT Depth message, $--DRU
Ou t of range
Depth and Turn-rate message,
$PCVSW, $PCVVE and $PCVVD
Speed/Depth, $PKDRU Atlas
Marine depth and Turn-rate
Test
message, $PSAL... Various test
7 01 073
True Dr
Meas Set and programming messages
D IM
Operation
Will indicate depth in meters below transducer and calculate true depth by adding set draught
value. Entering the draught set mode by pressing the Dr Set key and stepping the indicated
draught with the “DIM” keys can set the ships draught. Both “Meas” and “True” being unlit
indicate this mode. The Dr Set key toggles the instrument back to normal operation.
3.4 SD1-4, BT P/S speed, trip distance

Article no: 701064 (Currently not available)
3.5 Version 5, BT Lateral and longitudinal speed

Article no: 701065
Longitudinal
speed WT
Decodes the following serial data:
$--VBW WT/BT Long/Transv Speed message,
BT
$PCVSW, $PCVVE and $PCVVD Speed/Depth,
$PKVBW Atlas Marine speed message, $PSAL...
Transversal speed
Various test and programming messages
The BT/WT key toggles the display between BT and WT

Te st
5
modes
7
0 BT
1 WT
0
7
D IM
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3.6 Version 6, Universal two-axis log display

Article no: 701066
Spe ed
WT
SA L
SD 1-6
BT
Dist ance /Direction

Trip
Tot al
Pre ss Test
2 se c
70 10 66
L ong Trip Re set

BT Tra n s To tal Tri p
WT Res Dir
DIM
( 70 1 0 86 D )
$PCVSW, $PCVVE and $PCVVD Speed/Depth, $PKVBW Atlas Marine speed message
water.
Operation
"Long/Trans/Res" button will switch between three modes:
- "Long" will show longitudinal speed and distance if available. It will indicate by lighting one of
the two arrow indicators showing ahead or astern.
- "Trans" will show transversal speed and distance if available. It will indicate by lighting one of
the two arrow indicators showing port or starboard direction.
- "Res" will calculate and show resulting speed on the upper display and, depending on the
mode of the lower display, speed vector direction referenced to the bow direction or the
resulting distance on the lower. The direction will be displayed in degrees 000° to 360°.
Lighting two arrow indicators, displaying the quadrant in which the speed vector is found will
indicate this mode. Example: The ship moves with 20 Kt. with the speed vector 10° on the
port bow. In the "Res" mode, the instrument will display 20.0 on the upper display and 350° or
resulting trips or total distance on the lower.
"BT/WT " button will switch between two track modes:

- "BT" will show bottom track speed and distance if available,
- "WT" will show water track speed and distance if available.
"Trip/Total/Dir" key will switch between trip distance, total distance if in "Long" or "Trans"
modes and between trip distance (WT or BT), total distance (WT only with $--VLW), speed
vector direction if in "Res" mode on the lower display. $--VLW messages are decoded. This
will set the total distance counter to the value contained in the message. The local trip
distance counter will NOT be affected by this message, it will continue to integrate distance
from displayed speed.
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3.7 SD1-7, WT speed, total/trip distance

Article no: 701067
WT Speed
SA L
SD 1-7
7
Distance
Trip
Total
Press Test
2 sec
2
6 Tri p Reset
0
1
0
7
Tot al Tri p
DIM
(701087D)
water
Will display WT speed and calculate WT distance, if available, from the same NMEA
messages as SD1-1. Will display speed and distance from 20 kp/nm SAL pulse input. .
Intended primarily for WT logs in new or old installations.
$--VLW messages are decoded. This will set the total distance counter to the value contained
in the message. The local trip distance counter will NOT be affected by this message, it will
continue to integrate distance from displayed speed.
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3.8 SD1-8, WT/BT speed, total/trip distance

Article no: 701068
This version is identical in all respects with SD1-1 with two exceptions:
* The speed is indicated in km/h instead of knots.

* The distance is indicated in km instead of nautical miles.
The front panel foil is clearly marked with ”km/h” and ”km”, respectively.
4. Serial Data message definitions

The messages that are used for these displays are defined in detail in a separate document,
"Technical Document 701164". Please consult this document for message definition.
Generally, the definitions of the IEC 61162-1 standard are valid (NMEA 0183).
5. Technical data
Powering
Input voltage 10 - 30 V DC
Current 400 mA maximum, maximum light level & "lamp test"
250 mA typical
Environmental conditions
As required by IEC 60945 ed 1996. If mounted is watertight cabinet according to “exposed”
category, otherwise “protected”.
Watertight as required by IEC 529 category IP66 if mounted in SDSA box.
Inputs and outputs

NMEA: 2 pole, optically isolated input as defined by NMEA 0183
standard
SAL ±5V: 1 pulse and 2 status inputs.
Aux. dimmer: An external 10 k potentiometer can be connected to the

dimmer input. Several instruments can use the same pot
as long they are connected to the same power supply ground.
Connections
Connections of power and inputs are done via a 10-pole plug-in screw terminal.
Dimensions
144 x 144 x 40 mm, mounts in standard panel cut-out.
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6.1 Mounting and wiring
Mechanical dimensions:
Panel cutout:
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6.2 Programming
6.2.1 Manual Programming

The programming mode is entered after completed self-test (with an un-programmed
instrument) or if both "DIM" keys are pressed during power-up. The version number is
displayed for about 1 second and the "DIM" keys are then used to increment/decrement the
version number in the range 000 - 255. When a chosen number is displayed, the
programming is verified by pressing key #2.
The following modes are implemented:
Mode no Version
00 Unprogrammed, Factory self test

01 SD1-1 serial or pulse input
05 SD1-5 serial input
21 SD1-1 without trip reset time-out

31 SD1-1 with remote control SDR

41 SD1-1 with remote control SDR and no reset time-out

100 - 108 Demo versions of 01 - 08
Resetting the internal total distance counters

255 Programming this version will not affect the programming,
but will reset the total distance counter(s).
Resetting the pulse input mode
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254 Programming this version will not affect the programming,

but will enable the pulse input operation again after NMEA
operation.
6.2.2 Remote programming and testing

Entering special test and programming proprietary messages via the NMEA input can do this.
6.3 Testing
If the instrument is powered without being programmed (or programmed to version #0), a test
sequence is performed.
1. All segments are tested with a "running light"
2. Pressing them, one at a time, can test keys-1 - 5. The corresponding key number is
simultaneously indicated on the upper display.
3. Applying input voltages can test all inputs. The digits in the second row will indicate this.
Digit #1 will reflect reception of 4800-baud serial data ASCII character "T" by indicating "g"
(good) instead of "b" (bad). Digits #2 - #4 will reflect input voltage level of the three inputs, 0 =
low, 1 = high.
4. The instrument waits for a stroke on key #6, display this digit and starts counting 60
seconds to check internal timing. This counting can be interrupted by pressing key #5.
The instrument then enters programming (= 000) mode.
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7. Accessories
The indicator family SD1 can be equipped with a number of accessories, including a sealing
frame for watertight installations, a bulkhead mounting box for situations where the display
cannot be mounted in panel and an AC power supply for 115/230 V AC powering.
7.1 Sealing frame
Note that the indicator itself is watertight when mounted into flat surface panel.
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7.2 AC power supply SDP
The AC power supply is designed for mounting with the four screws holding the back cover of
the indicator. As an alternative, where space is very limited, the power supply unit can be
mounted beside the indicator.
The power supply is designed to power up to two SD1/SD2 indicators in parallel if operated
from 230 V AC supplies. If connected to 115 V, only one indicator can be powered.
7.2.1 Installation
To install directly on SD indicator, remove the four screws holding the back cover and use
these screws to hold both the SDP power supply and the back cover.
Connect the black wire to the negative DC supply input of the indicator and the red wire to the
positive.
Connect AC 115/230 V AC as shown on SDP.
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7.3 Bulkhead mounting box
This can be used to mount the indicator on any flat surface. The cable intakes are supplied
with cable glands for IP65 protection for cable diameters in the range 9 - 20 mm. If necessary,
this box can be combined with the sealing frame where it is desirable to achieve a watertight
installation.
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7.4 Stand-alone mounting box, SDSA
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7.5 Remote Control SDR
Dimensions
48 mm
çConsilium Marine
144 mm
Ordinary SD-
foil, cut to
dimensions 100 x
48 mm
Electronics board
with RAFI key
113 mm switches and
small amount of
electronics
40 mm
Dia 5.4 mm or M5
thread
96 mm
Panel Cutout
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Electrical Connections
As could be seen from drawing above, SDR terminals 3 - 6 and 9 - 10 should be connected to
the corresponding terminal numbers of the SD1 indicator. Unused terminals of the SDR are
not connected and can be used for internal wiring between ship’s system and SDR/SD1
combination.
Operation
The pushbuttons of the SDR remote control duplicate the pushbuttons of the corresponding
SD1 indicator exactly.
It should be noted, however, that only single key operations are possible and in addition to this
the ”Test” function is available by pressing the two DIM keys at the same time.
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éConsilium
Technical Description
NMEA Display SD2
Article No. 701592

çConsilium Serial Digital Displays SD2 Art No. 701592Ea
NMEA Display SD2, Technical description
Contents
1. Background
3. Function, instrument versions
4. Serial data message definitions
5. Technical data
7. Accessories
Revisions:
93-09-22 A0 Ajö Created from 701034G by editing and restructuring
93-10-01 A1 Ajö New versions added, new front panel layouts.
93-10-07 A2 Ajö New layout
93-10-19 A3 Ajö Layout revision
93-11-02 A4 Ajö Description of relay operation SD2-3 corrected.
94-03-08 B0 Ajö New program version C0 with new SD2-5 and SD2-6, 200 p/NM
pulse output and new NMEA remote dim function.
94-03-18 B1 Ajö Spelling errors corrected
94-04-18 B2 Ajö Doc no changed from 701466
94-06-08 B3 Ajö U/N for SD2-5 corrected to 701492
94-08-16 B4 Ajö Better description of pulse operation of STU2 added.
95-04-18 C0 Ajö New panel foil version for LCU1 replaces previous foil.
95-06-16 C1 Ajö New panel foils for BSH approved back-lit versions. Slightly
changed function of SD2-2
96-07-17 C2 Ajö New pictures of front panel foils included.
96-07-24 C3 JAW Minor corrections
96-10-16 C4 Ajö SD2-3 lay-out corrected
97-06-03 D0 Ajö SD2-7 and SD2-8 versions added. SDE added.
98-08-10 D1 Ajö SD2-11 version added.
1999-01-18 E0 Ajö SD2-15 version added.
1999-03-03 E1 Ajö SD2-16 version added.
1999-05-20 E2 Ajö Typographical changes
1999-05-26 E3 Ajö Connections SD2-15 to SDE defined in table
1999-08-26 E4 STE Typographical changes
2000-09-01 E5 Ajö SD2-16 U/N corrected
2001-05-18 E6 STE Added STU-2 #17
2001-06-12 E7 RB Added STU-2 #18
2002-02-06 E8 HW Deleted, Section "3.1.1 Special mode 12 programming"
2002-04-22 E9 JXA Changed firstpage and headers/footers
2002-07-15 Ea RB Corrected WT/BT pulse output description
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NMEA universal display SD2, Technical Description
1. Background
The SD2 display is intended as a versatile successor to the DD-1-1. It is very similar in
function with the SD1, which is described in document 701034.
The different display versions of the SD2 series are utilised using the same main indicator
body, 701152. Two different versions have been produced, 701152 and 701152B or later. The
first one uses inter-illuminated keys, while the later version uses one indicator LED for each
key. Thus, the two versions uses different front panel foils and different front panel plates.
All other performance is similar and the earlier versions can execute the same software.
This description is valid for program version from C0.
All instrument versions will decode all defined messages and display all possible information if
available. This means that a complex instrument like version 6 will connect to a simple water-
track log like SAL-Imcor and display water-track ahead speed only. In this case the instrument
will refuse to enter any other mode.
Generally, all instruments will enter all requested modes if the information is available in the
data format received even if part of the required information is momentarily missing. The
missing information will then be indicated by displays showing "---" or applicable, not by
blanked displays or "000". However, the instrument will not enter a requested mode if the
received data format suggests that the needed information is permanently missing,
2.1 Lamp test

By pressing both "DIM" keys simultaneously during operation, the instrument will light all
segments and indicators. This function is available in all operational modes.
2.2 Invalid/unavailable information

Depending on the NMEA formats, invalid data can be indicated by certain status characters or
by missing (NULL) data fields. In this case the corresponding display field will indicate "---". In
some cases it will also force the indicator to another display mode.
2.3 Incorrect/missing NMEA messages

If syntactically correct NMEA messages are not received within an approximate time limit of 15
seconds, the indicators will display "Err" in the upper display field.
This means that if for instance a speed indicator receives properly formatted depth data only
(for instance $VDDPT...), it will not enter the "Err" mode but keep on decoding and treat all
input data as invalid.
2.4 Remote DIM message

All SD2 versions have the feature of receiving and processing the remote $PSALR message.
The versions SD2-5 and SD2-6 have the possibility to transmit such messages using the
remote DIM keys. When this is done the transmitting SD2-5 or SD2-6 changes its own light
level at the same time as the other indicators connected to its output.
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2.5 200 p/NM speed output pulses

All SD2 versions measuring and displaying speed (SD2-1, SD2-2, SD2-4, SD2-5 and SD2-6)
transmit industry-standard 200 pulses/nautical miles on their status/relay outputs in the
following way:
Connection #5 and #7: WT longitudinal. If WT speed is unavailable, BT speed is output

instead.
Connection #6 and #8: BT longitudinal (For a single axis log such as SAL 840) or BT resulting
(For a dual axis log such as SAL 860/865). If BT is invalid/out of range, WT speed will be
output instead.
Relay on terminal #9-10: Operates in parallel wit terminals #5 - 8 depending on the setting of
internal jumper:
Jumper positions, Relay works in parallell with terminal #:
7 5 6 8
Position "7" (WT) is default setting on delivery!
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3. Function, instrument versions
3.1 Version SD2-1, Docking log display, Article no 701151B
SD2-1
U/N 701151
Approvals
Approvals:
BSH/88/26L/96
DRA-TT/35/94-02 Te st
WT BT kno ts m/s
DIM
çConsilium
(701150D)
This version is designed exclusively for Docking log applications and displays transversal BT
speed of bow and stern and longitudinal BT speed. The instrument will switch to WT when no
BT speed is available. If no transversal WT speeds area available (such as with the SAL 860
log) the transversal indicators only shows "---" to indicate that the transversal speed
information is not available. The WT and BT indicators will be lit to indicate mode.
The "WT" and "BT" keys can be used to manually force the display to showing WT or BT
speeds.
The "knots" and "m/s" buttons can be used to display either and the corresponding key will be
lit to indicate which.
This instrument will decode the $PSALL proprietary NMEA message and the $PCVDL non-
standard message. The instrument shall be used with SAL 860 Docking log system, where
integration of log and gyro information is done in the Log Processing Unit.
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3.2 Version SD2-2, SAL 860/865 speed indicator 701158
WT L o ng
B T L o n g /R e s
BT Tran s/Dir
Test
70 1158
L o ng Res
Tran s Dir
DIM
( 7 01 1 5 7 D)
This version decodes the $--VBW NMEA message and also the non-standard $PC---
messages.
Displays WT speed and BT Longitudinal/Transversal or Resulting/Direction true speed and

Longitudinal relative speed. "Long/Trans" and "Res/Dir" keys switches the instrument
between the two operating modes, which is indicated by the corresponding LED.
The lower display window will display direction in degrees (000 - 180) with the arrow LED's
showing if this direction is to port or starboard.
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3.3 SD2-3 Depth indicator with shallow and depth alarm 701214
Depth
True
Meas
Out of range
Shallow
alarm
Depth
alarm
Test
701216
True S hal l Dep th Draught

Meas set se t se t
DIM
This version will decode $??DPT, $??DRU and non-standard $PC--- messages as defined in
701164.
The True/Meas key will switch between indication of True (Measured depth + entered draught
value) and measured depth. The indicators to the right of the depth display will indicate what is
being displayed.
The Shall set key will toggle the instrument between normal operation mode and Shallow set
mode, which is indicated by illumination of this key. In the latter mode, the DIM keys can be
used to decrement or increment the Shallow alarm level. The entered Shallow value is always
the value corresponding to the "True" depth setting and will then be affected by the chosen
draught offset value in the way that the "True" mode will be entered whenever the Shallow or
Depth set modes are entered. Example: If the Shallow alarm is set to 20 m, the shallow alarm
display will show "20". If the indicator is switched to "Meas" mode, and a draught offset of 10
m is programmed, the shallow alarm level will display "10", since this is the correct alarm level
chosen by the operator.
The Depth set key operates the Depth alarm as described above.
The Draught set key toggles the instrument between normal operation and Draught set
mode. In this mode, the upper display shows the draught set value, which can be altered by
the DIM keys. The mode is indicated by the Meas and True indicators both being unlit and the
Draught set key being lit.
The four logic outputs of the instrument are used in the following way:
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Terminal # Function
5 Goes to a high level if less than set Shallow alarm value or if depth is
invalid.
6 Goes high if depth is higher than set Depth alarm level
or if depth is invalid.
7 Goes high if Shallow or Depth alarm is activated or if NMEA
transmission is lost. This alarm can be reset.
8 Goes high as above but cannot be reset manually.
3.3.1 Output alarm relay setting
The relay on terminals 11 and 12 can be connected to work in parallel with any of the above
outputs with a jumper inside the indicator. In normal operation, the relay contacts are closed,
while an alarm condition opens relay contacts!
To change the relay operation setting, disconnect power and dismantle the back cover by
loosening the four screws. Locate jumper P4/P5:
Jumper positions, Relay works in parallell with terminal #:
7 5 6 8
Place jumper according to desired relay function.
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3.3.2 Buzzer operation
The indicator has a built-in buzzer that will give an audible alarm if the depth or shallow alarms
are activated. It will sound as long as the alarm condition is valid or it can be re-set by pushing
one of the DIM keys.
3.3.3 Disabling buzzer
By programming this indicator to version number 13, the audible alarm buzzer can be
disabled completely. This is done in the following way:
1. Disconnect power.
2. Re-connect power again while pressing the two DIM keys.
3. Release the DIM keys and use them to alter the figure displayed in the upper display
window until it reads 13.
4. Confirm by pressing the Shall set key and the indicator will restart in mode 13.
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3.4 SD2-4 Two-axis speed/depth indicator 701220
De pth
Out of ran ge
L o ng / Re s Spe e d
Tra ns Sp eed Directio n
Test
B
0
2
2
WT BT L o ng Res
1
0
7
Tra ns Dir
DIM
This version decodes the $--VBW and $--DPT messages as defined in 701164 and also the
non-standard $PCVVD message.
WT and BT keys enter WT and BT modes, which is indicated by the keys being illuminated.
When in the WT mode, the depth indication is invalid, and shows "---".
The Long/Trans key enters the Longitudinal/Transversal mode, in which the speed vector is
indicated by the longitudinal/transversal components. This mode is indicated by this key being
lit.
The Res/Dir mode enters the Resulting/Direction mode, in which the speed is indicated as
speed vector magnitude and direction. The arrow LED’s are unlit in this mode. (Example: 10
Kt. forward and 2 Kt. to starboard will be indicated as 10.2 Kt. and 011°). This mode is
indicated by this key being lit.
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3.5 SD2-5 Dual speed and depth display 701492
WT Spe ed
SD 2 -5
BT Spe ed
De p th
Test
Rem ote DIM
701492
DIM
( 7 01 4 9 3 D)
It displays Longitudinal WT speed, Resulting (if connected to dual axis log) or Longitudinal BT
speed and measured depth.
Remote DIM
These keys simultaneously change the light level of the display and issue $PSALR remote
dim messages on its NMEA output while still echoing all NMEA input activity on the NMEA
output. As a result of this, all SD1 or SD2 displays connected to its output will be controlled
simultaneously.
200 p/NM speed pulses
SD2-5 outputs 200 p/NM WT and/or BT speed pulses as described under section 2.
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3.6 SD2-6 WT speed indicator 701494
WT Speed Knots
SD2-6
Te st
Remote DIM
9
4
1
1
0
7
DIM
ÇConsilium Marine
701495B
It displays Longitudinal WT speed only.
Remote DIM
These keys simultaneously changes the light level of the display and issues $PSALR remote
dim messages on its NMEA output while still echoing all NMEA input activity on the NMEA
output. As a result of this, all SD1 or SD2 displays connected to its output will be controlled
simultaneously.
200 p/NM speed pulses
SD2-5 outputs 200 p/NM WT and/or BT speed pulses as described under section 2. This
means that if connected to a WT only log, WT speed will always be obtained on all speed
pulse outputs.
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3.7 SD2-7, Log Control Unit 702670
WT Speed
SD2-7
U/N 702670
BT Speed
Depth
BT Transmit WT Source Te st
Off Main Aux

On
Log Log
DIM
ÇConsilium Marine
(702668D)
This version is almost identical to LCU1 (see section about this).
The main difference is that keys no 3 and 4 are used to operate a connected LPU to choose
between the WT speed from the main log and an auxiliary WT log, such as the SAL 59.
Keys 3 and 4 are operating the status outputs on terminals 7 and 8. A +5V level is placed on
these when the unit is in the ”Main” position and -5V when the unit is in the ”Aux” position.
All other functions are identical to LCU1.
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3.8 SD2-8 WT load calibration unit
Uncal Speed
SD2-7
U/N 702670
Cal Speed
Cal. factor
Load Condition Cal Te st
1 2 3 Set
DIM
ÇConsilium Marine
(702668D)
This instrument is used to set two different WT calibration factors and to change rapidly
between these two and the normal log calibration value.
The display windows show the Uncalibrated speed (top), which is the speed as fed directly
from the log (utilising the set calibration value of the log). The calibrated speed (middle) is the
output from this device and the calibration factor (bottom) that is used to for multiplying the
input speed to obtain the corrected speed value.
Operation
The three keys marked ”1”, ”2” and ”3” are used to enter the three different calibration values.
In mode ”1”, the unit is inactive and the output is directly fed from the input. This means that
the calibration value is used directly as input from the log. By connecting a SDE relay board to
the indicator it is possible to retain a high redundancy of the system by actually physically by-
passing the indicator in mode 1 and in power failure condition.
In modes ”2” and ”3”, the calibration factor is used to multiply each reading from the log.
The ”Set” key activates the Set function in modes 2 and 3. This Set function is indicated by
the LED over the ”Set” key and the ”DIM” keys can be used to alter the corresponding
calibration value.
When the set function is terminated by pressing the Set key again, the value displayed in the
bottom display window is stored and will be used.
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3.9 STU2, SAL 860/865 simulator 701161, 701322 and SAL T2 simulator 701171
De p th
S TU2
L on g S pe e d
Tra n s Sp ee d
Te st
1
6
1 Sim
1 WT BT Set
0 on
7
DIM
7 0 11 6 0
This version is used as a simulator, primarily in SAL 860/865 installations. It simulates NMEA
messages, but also produces pulse and status inputs to emulate the previous SAL STU
simulator and provide input to non-NMEA SAL 860/865 logs. The instrument is available in the
following variants:
Program version Article number Serial messages
#9 701161 old non-standard PCVVD messages
#10 701322 VDVBW and VDDPT
#17 701171 For SAL T2: PSALD, VDVBW and VDDPT
Generally, NMEA operation is recommended.
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Pulse operation
The simulator also produces standard 20.000/NM SAL pulses on its 4 outputs in the following
way:
Term# Signal name Term# in SAL 860/865

5: Transversal BT speed 36
6 Longitudinal BT speed 33
7 S/P BT status 35
8 STU on control signal 32
(13 STU2 ground signal 31)
Note that there must be a ground path between the negative power input terminal of the STU2
and terminal 31 of the log.
In pulse operation, BTT and BTL pulses and S/P status is input to the SAL 860 and these data
are used by the log instead of internally generated pulses. No input for depth is used in this
manner, nor input for WT speed. WT speed can be simulated by thumbwheel settings of the
WT unit directly.
Operation
WT: Enters WT display mode, which is indicated by the WT key LED being lit. Only the
entered WT speed is indicated, other digits are blanked.
BT: Enters BT display mode in the same way as above. All three fields are displayed, showing
the currently stored BT speeds and depth.
Set: Enters Set mode and chooses display field to operate on. Set mode is indicated by
illumination of the Set key LED. The set mode key toggles between two or four states,
depending on the BT/WT mode: Set mode off, Depth set (BT only), Longitudinal speed set
(BT/WT) and Transversal speed set (BT only). The chosen active display is the only one
shown and the DIM keys are used to decrement/increment the setting.
Sim on: Switches simulation on, indicated by this key LED being lit. In this state, the following
functions are active:
• The relay contact is closed.
• NMEA data are transmitted.
• Pulse outputs are active.
• NMEA input is ignored.
When simulation is switched off (with the Sim on key), the following applies:
• The relay is open.
• Any messages received on the NMEA input are echoed to the NMEA output without
decoding.
• The pulse output is inactive.
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3.10 STU2 (SD2-18), SAL 860/865 simulator 701172, with generating of 20’000pulses
from NMEA
This simulator works as a standard version #10 simulator when in simulation mode. When the
simulator is inactive it will work as an NMEA to pulse interface and convert incoming NMEA
and generate 20’000 pulses resulting speed on output terminal 6.
The pulse output can be changed between BT / WT. If BT is chosen and no valid BT NMEA is
available it will automatically switch to WT.
When simulation is inactive the SET key will be disabled to prevent any disturbance of the
interface function.
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3.11 LCU1 Log Control Unit 701222

(Note! This description defines version #14. A previous panel version as available, which is
described in ”B” versions of this document)
WT Speed
LCU1
BT Speed
Depth
BT Transmit Ext. Outputs Te st
6
5
1 Off WT
1
0
On BT
7
DIM
ÇConsilium Marine
701493B
This instrument serves as a Log Control Unit and as a WT/BT speed and depth display.
BT Transmit On/Off: These keys toggles Ultra-sound transmission for the BT log on and off.
Status is indicated by illumination of the corresponding LED. Choosing the ”Off” mode forces
the outputs to ”WT” mode. The output relay is closed in the ”On” mode.
Ext Outputs WT/BT: These keys toggle the controlled outputs between WT and BT source.
BT Transmit ”Off” forces the outputs to ”WT” mode.
DIM keys: Used for light dimming
Display:
The display windows are operationally identical with the SD2-5 version. It displays Longitudinal
WT speed, Resulting (if connected to dual axis log) or Longitudinal BT speed and measured
depth. Unvalid data are shown as ”---”
Data messages
$--VBW and $--DPT messages are decoded.
$PSALC,1 control message is used for log control.
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3.11 Version SD2-11, Docking log display, Unit no 702832A

This version is an OEM version designed exclusively for Docking log applications and displays
transversal BT speed of bow and stern and longitudinal BT speed. The instrument will switch
to WT when BT speed is unvalid. Any partly invalid data will be displayed as ”---”.
"WT" and "BT" LEDs will indicate if WT or BT speeds are displayed.
The "kt" and "m/s" buttons can be used to display the speeds expressed in knots or
meters/second and the corresponding key will be lit to indicate which.
The ”DIM -” and ”DIM +” keys will decrease and increase the light level of all indications.
This indicator will decode standard $XXVBW dual axis speed messages and proprietary
$PSAEVTS stern transversal speed messages.
The external dimming inputs will exactly duplicate the function of the DIM keys on the front
panel.
This indicator version will NOT store the set light level in non-volatile memory, but it will always
start with a moderate light level at power-up.
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3.12 Version SD2-15, Dual Log Control Unit
Log 1
SD2-15
U/N 702005
Log 2
Main Log Display Test
Log Log
BT WT
1 2
DIM
ÇConsilium Marine
(701787D)
This unit is designed for installations where it is necessary to control and monitor two
independent log units. Log extension board SDE is required.
Serial outputs from both log systems shall be connected and built-in relays of SDE are used
to switch any users connected (including connected extension unit such as LDU or LPU) to
one of the log systems.
Keys “Log 1” and “Log 2” are used to select log system to be used.
Keys “WT” and “BT” are used to select display of WT or BT speed on the unit.
Power failure of unit will select log system #1.
Connections between SD2-15 and SDE board

SDE SD2 Note
P2-1 and 2 7 Controlling output from SD2-15 for log selection relay external users
P2-3 and 4 8 Controlling output from SD2-15 for log selection relay SD2-15 input
P2-5 13 Power ground
P2-6 14 Positive operating DC voltage
P1-3 and 9 Connect to NMEA “A” output of Log #1
P1-1 and 7 Connect to NMEA “A” output of Log #2
P1-6 and 12 Connect to NMEA “B” output of Log #1
P1-4 and 10 Connect to NMEA “B” output of Log #2
P1-2 Connect tu users (LPU, LDU etc) NMEA input “A”
P1-5 Connect tu users (LPU, LDU etc) NMEA input “B”
P1-8 1 SD2-15 NMEA “A” input
P1-11 2 SD2-15 NMEA “B” input
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3.13 Version SD2-16, VDR remote indicator, U/N 707017
Normal operation
VDR Messages, total number

Remote
Display
SD2-16
U/N 707017
Alarm Message id.
Warning
Message scrolling Test
Alarm
mute - +
DIM
702012D)
This unit is designed as a remote display monitoring and alarm unit for the Consilium VDR.
Operation is described in the VDR manual.
It will also operate on standard ??ALR messages as described in the NMEA 0183/IEC1162-1
standard.
• If the alarm status is active, it will display the alarm identity number in the bottom display
field, it will increment the upper display and it will cancel the green Normal operation LED.
• If the acknowledge status defines a non-acknowledged message, it will start the internal
buzzer and flash the alarm.
• Pressing the Alarm mute key will silence the internal buzzer and output an ??ACK
message.
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The messages that are used for these displays are defined in a separate document,
"Technical Document 701164". Please consult this for complete message definitions.
5. Technical data
Powering
Input voltage 10 - 30 V DC
Current 400 mA maximum, maximum light level & "lamp test"
250 mA typical
Environmental conditions
As required by IEC 60945 ed. 1996. If mounted is watertight cabinet according to “exposed”
category, otherwise “protected”.
Watertight as required by IEC 529 category IP66 if mounted in SDSA box.
Inputs and outputs

NMEA: Isolated NMEA standard input as above.
Standard NMEA output, based on RS485 driver
SAL ±5V: 2 pulse and 2 status outputs with ±5 mA current capacity.
Relay: By internal jumpers, a potential-free, closing relay contact can be connected

to work in parallel with any of the four status/pulse outputs.
Connections
Connections of power and inputs are done via a 14-pole plug-in screw terminal, maximum
cable area 1.5 mm².
Dimensions
144 x 144 x 40 mm, mounts in standard panel cut-out.
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6.1 Mounting
Mechanical dimensions:
Panel cut-out:
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6.2 Programming
The programming mode is entered after completed self-test (with an un-programmed
instrument) or if both "DIM" keys are pressed during power-up. The version number is
displayed for about 1 second and the "DIM" keys are then used to increment/decrement the
version number in the range 000 - 255. When a chosen number is displayed, the
programming is verified by pressing key #2.
The following modes are implemented:
Mode no Version
00 Unprogrammed, Factory self test

08 SD2-8 serial input/output
09 STU2 serial input/output and pulse output PCVVD
10 STU2 serial input/output and pulse output VDVBW and VDDPT
11 SD2-11 OEM Docking Log version
13 SD2-3 with shallow/depth alarm buzzer disabled
14 LCU1 new panel version
15 SD2-15 Dual log control unit
16 SD2-16 VDR Remote Display Unit.
17 STU-2 for SAL T2 serial input/output PSALD, VDVBW and VDDPT
18 STU-2 with conversion from NMEA to 20’ pulses resulting speed, when
simulator is inactive.
100 - 116 Demo versions of above indicators, giving pre-programmed

data and ignoring all inputs.
6.3 Testing
If the instrument is powered without being programmed (or programmed to version #0), a test
sequence is performed.
1. All segments and LED’s are tested with a "running light"
2. All keys can be tested by pressing them, one at a time. The corresponding key number is
simultaneously indicated on the upper display. On the same time the four outputs can be
tested, when key #1 is pressed, a high voltage is transmitted on output #1. The same applies
for outputs #2 - 4.
Output # Terminal #
1 5
2 6
3 7
4 8
When key #5 is pressed, the NMEA output and input are tested with a serial data test
sequence that is transmitted from the NMEA output and expected to be received on the NMEA
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input. If the input and output are inter-connected and OK, the mid display will show a "g",
otherwise a "b".
3. When key #6 is pressed, this is indicated and the instrument then starts to count seconds
for one minute to check internal timing. This counting can be interrupted by pressing key #5.
The instrument then enters programming ( = 000 ) mode.
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7. Accessories
The SD indicator family can be equipped with a number of accessories, including a sealing
frame, two different mounting boxes for situations where the display cannot be mounted in
panel and an AC power supply for 115/230 V AC powering.
7.1 Sealing frame kit, SDF 701169
Note that SD2 unit in itself is watertight when mounted into flat panel surface.
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7.2 AC power supply, SDP 701219
The AC power supply is designed to be mounted with the four screws holding the back cover
of the indicator. As an alternative, where space is very limited, the power supply unit can be
mounted beside the indicator.
The power supply is designed to power up to two SD1/SD2 indicators in parallel if operated
from a 230 VAC supply. If connected to 115 VAC, only one indicator can be powered.
7.2.1 Installation
To install directly on SD indicator, remove the four screws holding the back cover and use
these screws to hold both the SDP power supply and the back cover.
Connect the black wire to the negative DC supply input of the indicator and the red wire to the
positive.
Connect AC 115/230 VAC as shown on SDP.
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7.3 Bulkhead mounting box, BMB 701463
This can be used to mount the indicator on any flat surface. The cable intakes are supplied
with cable glands for IP65 protection for cable diameters in the range 9 - 20 mm.
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7.4 Stand-alone mounting box, SDSA
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7.5 SDE Extension board 702784
Screw terminals
The SDE board is intended to be installed using the four screws holding the rear cover.
The board is equipped with four switching relays with drivers intended for the four +/- 5V
outputs of the SD2. A positive voltage will energise the corresponding relay.
These can be used to obtain 200p/NM speed pulses if connected to SD2 versions displaying
speed or for other use in special installation.
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7.5.1 Installation
To install directly on SD indicator, remove the four screws holding the back cover and replace
these with threaded spacers supplied. Then use the original four screws to mount the board
on the back of the SD2.
For installations using the relays as speed pulse outputs connect the SDE board to the SD2
as in the table below:
SDE SD2 Note

P2-1 5
P2-2 6
P2-3 7
P2-4 8
P2-5 13 Power ground
P2-6 14 Positive operating DC voltage
P1-1/2/3 Switching relay no/c/nc
P1-4/5/6 ”
P1-7/8/9 ”
P1-10/11/12 ”
For any special application, using the SDE to control other devices, such as the LPU, please
consult Consilium Navigation drawings for further information on use.
7.5.2 Powering.
The SDE unit will operate correctly if connected across the SD2 power input using operating
voltage in excess of 13 Volts. Consilium Navigation equipment used for powering SD1/SD2
indicators will deliver in excess of 15 Volts.
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R1P 701859B0.doc
R1P Board, Technical Description
Abstract: The optional R1P converter board explained with connection table, DIP switch and jumper
settings together with a short description of the test facilities of R1P.
Contents:
1. INTRODUCTION 1
2. INSTALLATION 1
3. HARDWARE RESOURCES AND UTILISATION 1
4. TYPES OF MESSAGES 1
5. PROGRAM STRUCTURE 1
6. SPEED RANGE 1
7. DIP SWITCH SETTINGS 1
8. TEST FACILITIES 1
Revisions:
961209 A1 JAW Connection table added
961220 A2 JAW ToC added. New illustrations
970326 A3 JAW Outputs further specified
970430 A4 JAW DIPswitches corrected. Program structure more briefly
explained.
971105 A6 RST Dip switch no 6 controls analogue output
Consilium Navigation AB, Finnbodavägen 2, P.O. Box 5021 S-131 05 NACKA, SWEDEN, Tel. +46 8 563 051 00, Fax +46 8 563 051
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981218 A7 STE Dip switch no 8 controls log fail relay, no 7 analogue limiter,
NMEA checksums corrected
990409 A8 STE Added 840 plinth numbering
1999-08-30 A9 STE Typographical changes
2002-05-16 B0 RB NMEA format according to IEC 61162-1 ed2
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1. Introduction
The R1P is an optional converter board that is mounted in the SAL R1 ELC either when the R1 is
installed to retrofit an old SAL-Imcor2 speedlog or when the R1 is part of a larger SAL 860 system.
When an R1P is mounted in a stand-alone SAL R1 this combination becomes totally compatible with a
SAL-Imcor2 and can replace the Imcor2 in any installation. This is achieved by having the R1P to
interpret the serial data from R1. Data is output as pulses (four outputs 200 p/NM, one output
20 000 p/NM) and analogue voltage (one output 0.1 V/knots). There are also two status signals: One
LogFail relay and one Forward/Astern indicator ± 5 V. As with the Imcor2, the R1 can power two
DD1 indicators using 48 VAC.
When an R1-R1P combination is part of a larger log system it receives pulses from the bottomtrack part
in the SAL 860 and converts them to NMEA messages.
2. Installation
2.1. Stand alone R1-R1P in SAL-Imcor2 retrofit
Normally the R1P is already installed in the R1 ELC when delivered. If, however, the R1P is delivered
separately it is easily attached to the contacts J5 and J6 on the lower side of the R1 motherboard.
Fasten the R1P with the screws and spacers for the front plate and finally fasten the front plate.
Electronics Unit SAL-R1 with R1P
SAL R1
Consilium Marine
37 39 40
1 2 3 4 5 50 51 52 53
J6 J5
SAL R1P
Consilium Marine
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 16 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Figure A: SAL R1 with an extra R1P mounted
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The outputs are connected according to table 1:
Terminal Signal name

1 TRU #1
2 TRU #2
3 TRU #3
4 TRU #4
5 TRU #5
50 NMEA ”A”
51 NMEA ”B”
52 +20 VDC
53 DC Ret
37 230 VAC
39 230 VAC
40 Earth
6 0 VDC
7 0 VDC
8-9 200 p/NM
10-11 200 p/NM
12 F / A (± 5 VDC)
14 20 000 p/NM
18 +0.1 V/kt
20-21 200 p/NM
22-23 200 p/NM
24-25-26 Log Fail Alarm
27 48 VAC
28 48 VAC
29 0 VAC
30 0 VAC
Table 1: R1/R1P Connections
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2.2. R1-R1P in a SAL 860 system

Electronics Unit SAL-R1 with R1P
SAL R1
Consilium Marine
37 39 40
1 2 3 4 5 50 51 52 53
J6 J5
P3 SAL R1P
Consilium Marine
P4
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 16 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Figure B: SAL R1 - R1P for an 860 system

Connect the R1P to the SAL 860 ELC according to table 2:
Signal Plinth no Plinth no Pin no
On the 860 On the 840 On the R1P
Tdepth 20 67 P3.1
BTL 9 55 P3.2
BTT 14 P3.3
I/O 22 65 P3.4
S/P 15 P3.5
F/A 10 53 P3.6
B/W 19 57 P3.7
0V 5 47 P3.9
Rel No 23 P4.1
Rel C 24 P4.2
Rel Nc 25 P4.3
+12 V 2 P4.4
SAL59 29 P4.5
-12 V 6 P4.6
Table 2: R1P Connections to 860 & 840
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For having the R1 as relative speed input to SAL 860 one link is necessary inside the 860 ELC: Make a
link between plinth no 30 and 31 (0 V SAL59 and 0 VDC).
3. Hardware resources and utilisation

The R1P has four pulse-relays and one toggling relay. These relays can take a load of 200 mA and a
maximum voltage of 30 V. No inductive or capacitive loads are accepted.
The analogue voltage can output a maximum of ±5 mA. Please note that astern speeds yields negative
voltage on this output.
There are also eight optocouplers inputs for communication with SAL 860.
4. Types of messages
Two types of input messages are recognised. The dual Doppler velocities messages,
which are decoded for watertrack speed and the ‘$PSALG,....’ message which disables the serial
channel reception the specified number of seconds.
Ex:
$VDVBW,10.0,,A,14.0,2.0,A,,V,,V*55\r\n
$PSALG,10*64\r\n
If a SAL 860 is connected, dual Doppler velocity and depth messages are transmitted.
Ex:
$VDVBW,10.0,,A,14.0,2.0,A,,V,,V*55\r\n
$VDDPT,123.0,,,*50\r\n
Simulated dual Doppler message is transmitted with or without transversal speed depending on the DIP
switch setting.
Ex:
$VDVBW,15.0,,A,14.0,0.8,A,,V,,V*76\r\n
$VDVBW,15.0,,A,14.0,,A,,V,,V*50\r\n
5. Program structure
The program has two main tasks. One is to receive watertrack speed from SAL R1 and generate
pulses. The other task is to receive pulses from SAL 860 and generate NMEA messages once every
second.
6. Speed range
At speeds faster than 49.9 knots forward or astern, the speed to the relays and the analogue output will
be set to zero. However, all valid speeds will be output on the serial channel - for highspeed vessels this
includes speed greater than 50 knots.
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7. DIP switch settings

An 8-pole DIP switch - SW1 - is located on the R1P board. It is used to identify the system to the
software. The DIP switch positions should not be changed during normal operation! Default values are
shown in highlighted letters:
SW1.1
Off Normal
On Internal simulation. Depending on setting of SW1.2 and
SW1.3 messages for SAL R1, SAL 840 or SAL 860 will be
generated.
SW1.2 SW1.3
Off Off Stand-alone SAL R1
On Off R1 board in SAL 860 log system
On On R1 board in SAL 840 log system
SW1.4
Off Normal
On CPU reset. This setting has priority over all other settings.
SW1.5
Off Normal
On Production test
SW1.6 SW1.7
Off Off Analogue output is positive for forward and negative for
astern speeds
On Off Analogue output is positive for both forward and for astern
speeds (Imcor mode)
On/Off On Analogue output is positive for both forward and zero for
astern speeds
SW1.8
Off Log fail is deenergised for unvalid water track speed
and power fail
On Log fail is deenergised for power fail only
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7.1. Normal mode

Serial data NMEA messages are received. Analogue output 0.1 V/knot, 200 p/NM and 20 000 p/NM
are generated. SAL 860 and SAL 840 modes are disabled.
7.2. SAL 840 mode

Incoming pulses at P3.2 generate longitudinal bottomtrack speed. Transversal bottomtrack speed is not
shown. Incoming pulses at P3.1 generate depth messages.
7.3. SAL 860 mode

Incoming pulses at P3.2 and P3.3 generate longitudinal bottomtrack speed and transversal bottomtrack
speed. Incoming pulses at P3.1 generate depth messages.
7.4. Reset
With the DIP switch SW1.4 in position ON the R1P will constantly be reset.
8. Test facilities
8.1. Simulation
In the simulation mode the serial channel reception is disabled and internal messages are generated.
For the stand-alone R1-R1P no simulated messages will be transmitted.
For the R1-R1P in a SAL 860 system the following message is transmitted:
$VDVBW,15.0,,A,14.0,0.8,A,,V,,V*76\r\n
For the R1-R1P in a SAL 840 system the following message is transmitted:
$VDVBW,15.0,,A,14.0,,A,,V,,V*50\r\n
8.2. Production test

There is an automatic production test procedure implemented in R1P. To test the hardware using this
procedure the inputs of the R1P are used. Cables should be connected according to the following:
8.2.1. Optocouplers and ±5 V outputs

Connect J3.1 to P3.1
Connect P3.9 and P3.10 to P4.3
8.2.2. Optocouplers and relay outputs

Connect J1.3, J2.2, J4.2, J5.1 and J5.3 to P4.1
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8.2.3. Serial data

Connect P1.1 to P1.2.
With the DIP switch SW1.5 set ON the test starts automatically. If the test is OK the relays are toggled
fast for approximately 2 seconds.
8.2.4. Analogue output

Connecting a calibrated voltmeter to J4.1 can test the analogue output. During the test sequence the
output should be +5 V, followed by 0 V and finally -5 V.
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IEC 61162-1/NMEA
0183
Message definitions
Article No. 701164

çConsilium IEC 1162-1/NMEA 0183 Message definitions Art No. 701164J1
Revisions
93-05-11 G0 Ajö Inclusion of CMAB $PC.. msg that were taken away in earlier editions.
Important to have them here, since they are still decoded!
93-09-02 G1 Ajö Inclusion of Atlas $PK.. msg as defined by Atlas Elektronik document 91-02-
15. See section 2.6
93-09-10 G2 Ajö Modification of $PSALP message to facilitate also total counter set-up. This
will be decoded by SD1 indicators with program version later than C3.
94-03-08 G3 Ajö Inclusion of PSALR remote dimmer message. This will be decoded by SD1
indicators with program version D0 or later and by SD2 with program version
C0 or later.
94-07-27 G4 Ajö Inclusion of 2-way communication procedure. Revision of check sum
calculation done by Atlas in $PK.. messages.
94-11-30 H0 Ajö IEC 1162-2 compatibility.
95-02-06 H1 PET Menu control buttons in PSALb complemented, number of ACKs returned
put under control of the ACK sender.
95-04-12 H2 Ajö PSALC message modified according to real world
95-05-19 H3 Ajö PSALF receiver disable message included
95-06-19 H4 Ajö PSALF-PSALG conflict resolved
95-11-01 H5 STE PSALD description added
95-11-17 H6 STE New document layout and TT-fonts
96-02-02 H7 PET $PSALB type 002 changed from [,T] to ,[T]
97-02-13 H8 STE $PSALC,3, $PSALE (SNC, NSC) added, $PSALF corrected
97-02-17 H9 PET NSC as PSALB user ”07” added
97-02-13 Ha RST $PSALE PSALB PSCG PSALI added
1999-01-29 I0 STE New document structure, conforms to spirit of NMEA0183 in fields, adapted
for NMEALIB. PSALM, PSALX, PSALY added.
1999-03-30 I1 Ajö ??ALR, ??ACK and proprietary
1999-05-20 I2 Ajö Typographical changes
1999-05-28 I3 Ajö PSALW changed, global alarm/warning reset
1999-06-01 I4 Ajö PSALW modified
1999-08-26 I5 STE Typographical changes
1999-09-08 I6 Ajö PSALQ added
1999-10-25 I7 Ajö PSALV for VDR – VUB communication added, revision of VBW described
2000-05-08 I8 STE Minor text corrections
2000-06-21 I9 STE NMEA empty field + Vbw clarification
2000-08-28 Ia Ajö SAL 860R VBW usage clarified.
2001-03-29 Ib STE DPT & VBW version 2.30 difference clarified
2002-03-18 J0 JXA Examples according to IEC 61162-1:2000(E)
2002-07-10 J1 STE Added VLW description
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1. Background
The purpose of this document is to define the various messages that are used
by the SAL logs and interface units. Therefore, it is intended to be used as a
sub-document to various specifications and technical descriptions.
1.1. References
• IEC 61162-1:2000(E) standard.
• NMEA 0183 v 2.30 standard.

Three classes of messages are described in this document: industry-standard
IEC 61162-1/NMEA messages, special proprietary Consilium messages and
early version NMEA messages. The used definition follows the NMEA
standard with the addition of variable length integer field to allow easier
implementation in micro-controller circuits. Note that fields may be empty,
i.e. without characters and followed by the next comma separator.
Field Type Symbol Definition
Status A Single character field: A=data valid, V=data invalid.
Variable x.x Normal definition of a floating format variable. The integer version
length floating separated into a new definition.
Variable i. Consilium extension with variable length field. Normal definition of a short
length integer integer format variable.
Fixed hex hh- Hex field with same number of hexadecimal characters as specified. MSB
to the left.
Variable text c--c Valid character field of variable length.
Fixed alpha aa- Upper & lower case alpha characters [0..9, Aa, Bb, Cc, Dd, Ee, Ff].
Fixed number xx- Fixed length integer value.
Fixed text cc- fixed length valid characters.
2.1. Standard IEC 61162-1 2 nd ed/NMEA 0183 version 2.30

messages
The intention of Consilium Navigation is to implement the standard messages
as defined in the IEC 61162-1, 2nd edition. This corresponds to the NMEA
0183 version 2.30. All outputs will, whenever possible, refer only to
messages defined in these documents.
For compatibility with older designs as well as equipment from other
manufacturers, older message standards may be possible to input to
equipment from Consilium Navigation AB. Contact us prior to making such
installations.
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2.1.1. Dual Doppler Velocities

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C
$--VBW,x.x,x.x,A,x.x,x.x,A,x.x,A,x.x,A*hh<CR><LF>
Field # Field Type Definition Note

1 name Water-referenced and ground- VDVBW
referenced speed data
2 x.x Longitudinal water speed knots
3 x.x Transversal water speed knots
4 A Status water speed A=data valid, V=data invalid
5 x.x Longitudinal ground speed knots
6 x.x Transversal ground speed knots
7 A Status ground speed A=data valid, V=data invalid
8 x.x Stern Transversal water speed Knots
9 A Status stern transversal water speed A=data valid, V=data invalid
A x.x Stern Transversal ground speed Knots
B A Status stern transversal ground A=data valid, V=data invalid
speed
C Hh Check sum
Unavailable data are transmitted as null fields.
Example: speed through water 10.05 knots, longitudinal speed over ground
11.02 knots, transversal speed over ground -0,05 knots. The checksum is
omitted in the example.
Normal operations SAL R1 $VDVBW,10.05,,A,,,V,,V,,V*
SAL 840R $VDVBW,10.05,,A,11.02,,A,,V,,V*
SAL 860T $VDVBW,10.05,,A,11.02,-0.05,A,,V,,V*
2.1.2. Distance travelled through the water

1 2 3 4 5 6
$--VLW,x.x,T,x.x,T*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Distance through water VDVLW
2 x.x Total distance [nautical miles] minimum range 9999.9
3 T Type N=Nautical mile
4 x.x Trip distance [nautical miles]
5 T Type N=Nautical mile
6 hh Checksum
Example: Data from SAL R1 (total distance 100 NM, trip 3.50 NM):
$VDVLW,100.00,N,3.50,N*
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2.1.3. Depth
1 2 3 4 5
$--DPT,x.x,x.x,x.x*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Depth VDDPT
2 x.x Depth below transducer [m] Null field indicates out of range
3 x.x Depth between transducer and keel This figure is unknown to the log
or water line[m] system, so a null field is transmitted
here.
4 x.x Maximum range scale in use (Fix set to 341 m for 840R and
860R)
5 hh Checksum
Example: Data from SAL 840R and SAL 860R speed log (depth measured
to 30.0 m):
$VDDPT,30.0,,341*
2.1.4. Rate of turn

1 2 3 4
$--ROT,x.x,A*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Rate of turn TIROT, HEROT
2 x.x Rate of turn [degrees / minute] "-" is bow turns to port
3 A Status A=data valid, V=data invalid
4 hh Checksum
Example: Data from rate of turn gyro (30 degrees / minute clockwise):
$TIROT,30.0,*
5 (23)
2.1.5. Alarm
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
$--ALR,hhmmss.ss,xxx,A,A,c--c*hh<CR><LF>

1 Name Alarm VD = Log, VR = VDR
2 hhmmss.ss Time of alarm condition UTC
3 xxx Local alarm number
4 A Alarm condition A = alarm, V = no alarm
5 A Acknowledge condition A = Acknowledged, V = not
6 c--c Alarm’s description text
7 hh Check sum
2.1.6. Alarm Acknowledge

1 2 3
$--ACK,xxx*hh<CR><LF>
1 Name Alarm acknowledge VD = Log, VR = VDR
3 hh Check sum
2.2. Proprietary Consilium Messages

Consilium Navigation has been allocated the proprietary mnemonic "SAL" by
NMEA. This means that any message starting with "$PSAL..." emanates
from Consilium Navigation equipment and that any letters following can be
chosen by Consilium Navigation. However, to comply with standard NMEA
messages, all these messages uses a five-character combination $PSAL-
before the first delimiter.
These proprietary messages are mainly used for internal programming,

trouble-shooting etc and are only used in normal operation where good
alternatives are missing completely.
2.2.1. 2-wire bus messages

The use of 2-wire bus messages is an attempt to use the powerful RS-485
standard in a more efficient bi-directional way than as defined by the IEC
61162-1/NMEA 0183 standard. It is only used for some specific
installations.
The following method is used for bus arbitration. A device may put a
message on the bus provided that the bus has been in the idle state for at least
50 ms. If a message is being transmitted it must wait 50 ms and than an
additional number of 2 milliseconds corresponding to the identity of the
6 (23)
device (= the ”Y” two digit originator code below) after the finalisation before
entering the bus. During all this time the bus must be stable in the idle state.
Upon completion of the message sent, it must check the bus to idle in at least
10 bit times. Otherwise the message must be regarded as never sent and the
transmit procedure must be re-started.
Since all messages results in an ACK response (except for global ”00”
messages) and since the bus arbitration procedure is somewhat simple and
slow, the device must wait for an ACK at lest 5 seconds before trying to re-
transmit.
Syntax:
$PSALB,X,Y,Z,.......*HH,
X = Message destination according to list below

Y = Message originator according to list below
00 = All listeners (destination field only)

01 = SAL R1 as primary log
02 = SAL T2 as primary log
03 = SAL R1 as secondary log
04 = SAL T2 as secondary log
05 = SAL SD3-1 as R1 main indicator and remote control device
06 = SAL LDU as main signal distributor
07 = SAL NSC
08 SAL PSCG
Z = AAA (Three letters). This indicates that the following information is a

standard NMEA message, for instance ”VBW” means that the rest of the
message looks like a standard $??VBW message.
000 (Three digits). This indicates that the following information is a standard
SAL 2-wire bus message, intended for programming, calibration, setup etc.
These are defined below:
000 General communication reset/initialise. Resets all pending lost ACKs

etc. no data field behind this.
001 NULL message. Used to signal ”I am here, are You there”, which is
accomplished by the ACK return answer. No data field behind this or one
data field, which should contain a string defining identity and serial number of
the sender. On ACK the answer back - device appends it’s own identity.
Example:
7 (23)
$PSSALB,05,01,001,701800A 326-013*HH
Means ”Hello SD3-1 my main instrument, I am a 701800A (which is U/N

for SAL R1) and my serial number is 326-013”.
The SD3-1 receives this properly and answers:
$PSALb,01,05,001,701589A 678-123*HH
Which means: ”Hello SAL R1, your message type 001 was properly
received and I am 701589A (which is U/N for SD3-1) and my serial number
is 678-123”
Note the use of the ”space” character as delimiter between U/N and S/N.
002 MENU control. Reroute menu control to operate from message

instead.
$PSALB,X,Y,002,S,[T]*HH, where
S = Menu control button, ”M” = MENU, ”E” = ENTER, ”+” = ”+ key”, ”-”
= ”- key”, ”R” = MENU&ENTER (return) ”D” = MENU&MINUS
(decrease) and ”?” = no action.
T = Contains the data field expected to be input from the operator before the
ENTER key is hit to store the value.
The corresponding ACK message is a little bit more complicated, since the
return message defines the menu appearance. The number of ACKs returned
is decided by the ACK sender. This is done to enable continuous updates of
a remote LCD. The PSALb is defined by:
$PSALb,X,Y,002,string,pos,number,status*HH
where:
string = all characters of the display window
pos = a number containing the position in the string where the field requiring
input starts (cursor position). The first character is number 1. ”0” is used to
indicate that there is no input field in that menu.
number = the number of digits/characters in the input field.
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number = ”0” indicates that the input field is to be updated by the ACK
sender.
status = the status of the previous action. ”S” = the data of the previous
message containing the ”ENTER” command was stored successfully.
Otherwise, any other character or a NULL character is used.
Note that the device used as a remote control device will use the ”+” and ”-”
keys locally to modify the input field as long as the previous response from
the controlled device contained a valid definition of the input field i.e. number
≠ ”0”.
2.2.1.1. 2-wire bus ACK message

$PSALb,X,Y,Z*HH,
X = Message destination according to list. This is the ”return” address.

Y = Message originator according to list. This is the ACK originator.
Z = Message type that was properly received.
Example:
A SD3-1 is connected to a SAL R1 log and transmits menu control data for
calibration, type 002:
$PSALB,01,05,002,E,120*HH
The SAL R1 receives this message and acknowledges by sending:
$PSALb,05,01,002,(calibration data stored)*HH

Which means the menu setting 120 was entered.
2.2.2. Log control messages

2.2.2.1. Log control message 1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 a b c d e f g h i
$PSALC,1,B,X,X,X,X,X,X,X,X,X,X,X,X,XXX,XXX*HH<CR><LF>
1 Proprietary SAL Control message

2 Control message #1
3 BT transmit control character, W = transmission on, outputs in BT
mode, w = transmission on, outputs in WT mode, V = transmission off,
outputs in WT mode.
4 - 9. Output control for outputs 1 - 6 in WT mode. 0 = off, 1 = WT Long,
2 = WT Trans, 3 = WT Resulting, 4 = BT Long, 5 = BT Trans, 6 = BT
Resulting, 7 = measured depth.
a - f. Output control for outputs 1 - 6 in BT mode.
9 (23)
g - h Not yet implemented.

i check sum.
When control character ”3” above is sufficient, the message may terminate
like:
1 2 3 4
$PSALC,1,B*HH<CR><LF>
2.2.2.2. Log control message 2

1 2 3 4 5 6
$PSALC,2,XXX,XXX,X*HH<CR><LF>
1 Proprietary SAL Control message

2 Control message #2
3 BT transmit control value, 0 = (or no character) Transmission off, any
other value = transmission on (to be used for controlling output power).
4 WT transmit control value, 0 = (or no character) Transmission off, any
other value = transmission on (to be used for controlling output power).
5 External output control, B = external outputs in BT mode, W = external
outputs in WT mode, any other character = external outputs off.
6 Check sum
2.2.2.3. Unit control message 3 (transmit status)
This message is intended for switching NMEA message transmission on or
off. The primary use is to switch off units when information is not needed by
sending transmit status "Silent", and to reactivate by sending "Active".
1 2 3 4
$PSALC,3,c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Serial control message PSALC
2 c Transmission status 'A'=Active, 'S'=Silent
3 hh Checksum
Example: Turn off transmission:
$PSALC,3,S*
2.2.3. R1 debug message

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
$PSALD,i.,i.,i.,i.,i.,i.,c,c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name SAL R1 debug information
2 i. uncalibrated speed [KN*100]
3 i. echo time [us] calibr speed [KN*100] rev
701823E
10 (23)
4 i. correlation level [100]

5 i. Signal quality [100]
6 i. AGC level channel 1 [mV]
7 i. AGC level channel 2 [mV]
8 c R1 mode [0..31] See SW spec
9 c IIR filter [0..1] 0=off, 1=on
10 hh Checksum
Example: Debug data from R1 speed log:
$PSALD,300,150,830,756,1232,1322,3,1*
2.2.4. Error message

This message is intended for reporting to other units about technical errors.
For instance a log electronics unit may report to connected indicators that a
certain problem has arisen that needs attention or service.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
$PSALE,c,c,i.,i.,c--c,c--c,c--c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Proprietary SAL Error Code PSALE
2 h Unit identification 1=NDB board, 2=LPU, 3=Imcor
log, 4=SD1, 5=SD2, 6=SD3,
7=SA1, 8=SAL R1, 9=SAL T2,
A=LDU, B=SNC, C=NSC,
D=PSCG
3 h Error type 1=Transfer error
2=Hardware error
3=Checksum error
4 i. channel number
5 i. Unit specific
6 c--c Unit specific NIY
9 hh Checksum
Example: Error data from SNC:
$PSALE,B,1,0,10,,,*
2.2.4.1. SNC field 5 Hardware Error messages
Field #5 Interpretation
0 No error
1 Input synchro frequency too low
11 (23)
2 Input synchro frequency too high

10 Input synchro voltage too low
20 Input synchro voltage too high
2.2.5. Flash EPROM programming
This message is used to initiate and control upload, download etc of Flash-
EPROM programming code. Uplink is in direction from unit, downlink is to
unit. All fields with numerical information are expressed as hex fields.
Functions in the range 0..5F only contains a function number. Functions in the
range 60..6F contains a function number plus the information string. Functions
in the range 70..7F contains a function number plus the address range and
checksum fields. Function numbers in the range 80..FF are reserved for
future use.
2.2.5.1. Functions 0..F
Functions below 0x10 only contain one character.
1 2 3
$PSALF,h*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Flash Programming command
2 hh Function selection 1=UPLINK
2=ERASE
3=DOWNLINK
4=RESTART program
3 hh Checksum
Example: erase flash:
$PSALF,2*
2.2.5.2. Functions 10..5F

Functions in the range 10..5F contains a two character hex field.
1 2 3
$PSALF,hh*hh<CR><LF>
2 hh Function selection
3 hh Checksum
Example of NMEA message:
$PSALF,3F*
2.2.5.3. Functions 60..6F
Functions in the range 60..6F contains a function number plus the data string.
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1 2 3
$PSALF,hh,c--c*hh<CR><LF>
2 hh Function selection
3 c--c data string
4 hh Checksum
Example of NMEA message of this kind :
$PSALF,63,:00000001FF*
2.2.5.4. Functions 70..FF: RESERVED
2.2.6. Receiver disable messages

This message is used for transfer of non-standard NMEA data. It tells the
receiver to disable it’s input for a certain time, during which transfer of high-
speed data may take place.
1 2 3
$PSALG,i.*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Disable receiver
2 i. Disabling time in seconds
3 hh Checksum
Example: Disable receiver for 30 seconds:
$PSALG,30*
2.2.7. PSCG initialisation message

This message initiates PSCG to convert pulse or analog voltage to serial
messages.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
$PSALI,x.x,x.x,c,x.x,x.x,c,x.x,c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name PSCG Initialisation PSALI
2 x.x Watertrack Longitudinal pulses/NM
3 x.x Watertrack Transversal pulses/NM
4 c Watertrack type 'A'=Analog, 'P'=pulse
5 x.x Bottomtrack Longitudinal
pulses/NM
6 x.x Bottomtrack Transversal
pulses/NM
7 c Bottomtrack type 'A'=Analog, 'P'=pulse
13 (23)
8 x.x Depth pulses

9 c Depth type 'A'=Analog, 'P'=pulse
10 hh Checksum
Scale factors for input speed pulses (Longitudinal waterspeed, transverse
waterspeed, longitudinal ground speed and transverse ground speed) range
from 100 to 20000 pulses / NM used for PSCG.
Scale factor for input depth pulses is currently not used in PSCG.
2.2.8. SAL Docking log

1 2 3 4 5 6
$PSALL,x.x,x.x,x.x,c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name SAL docking Log
2 x.x Longitudinal ground speed
3 x.x Transversal ground speed of bow
4 x.x Transversal ground speed of stern
5 c Log status character 'B'=valid bottom track,
'W'=valid water track (only long)
'L'=valid bottom track, unvalid rate
of turn information. Field 3 contains
transversal speed from log, field 4 is
invalid
'E'=log error
6 hh Checksum
Example: longitudinal speed 1.32 knots, bow -1.11 knots, stern +0.44 knots:
$PSALL,1.32,-1.11,0.44,B*
2.2.9. Monitor message

1 2 3 4 5
$PSALM,ccc,c--c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Monitor message PSALM
2 ccc Gas Message 0, Sampling point "GM0"
status
4 c--c status data for sampling points, valid C1C2...CN (N<=60)
values "F"=False, "1"=Gas alarm
level 1, "2"=Gas alarm level 2, "
"=no data available for this sampling
point
14 (23)
5 hh Checksum
Example: Data from gas sampling system, where sampling points 1,2,3 and 7
are false, point 4 have alarm level 1, point 5 has no available data, and point
6 have alarm level 2:
$PSALM,GM0,FFF1 2F*
2.2.10. SD1/SD2 programming
When this message is received, the instrument enters the mode defined by the
first argument. If the second argument differs from the NULL field, the
indicator will set its total distance counter to the given value.
1 2 3 4
$PSALP,i.,x.x*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Indicator Programming
2 i. Type selection
3 x.x Distance counter setting Null field means no change
4 Hh Checksum
Example: set indicator to type 1 and set distance counter to 10.03 NM:
$PSALP,1,10.03*
2.2.11. Fire alarm status message

1 2 3 4 5 6
$PSALQ,hhmmss.ss,ccc,A,A,c--c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Fire alarm status
2 hhmmss.ss Time of event
3 ccc Alarm id no
4 A Status
5 A Ack status
6 c--c CSPROT data
This message is designed to be aligned with NMEA 0183 v 2.30 ALR

message, but is exclusively used for CS3000 fire alarms.
Examples:
$PSALQ,080859.00,000,V,A*5A – no action, heartbeat.
15 (23)
$PSALQ,080909.00,004,A,V,2A3CC953*09 – Fault event no 004
Note: Checksum in samples is incorrect!
2.2.12. Remote dimming message

1 2 3
$PSALR,c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Remote dimming
2 c dimmer direction "+"=increase light, "-"=decrease
light
3 hh Checksum
This message is intended for using the NMEA network to control groups of
indicators. Whenever a $PSALR message is received by any indicator it
adjusts the light level accordingly. Indicators having an NMEA output echo
this message to the output also. $PSALR messages are generated by SD
indicators having remote dimmer controls. Example: Increase light:
$PSALR,+,*
2.2.13. Simulation flag message

$PSALS*HH<CR><LF>
This message indicates that next message contains simulated data. It is

currently (November 1994) not yet implemented.
2.2.14. SD1/SD2 Instrument test

1 2
$PSALT*hh<CR><LF>
1 name Internal test
2 hh Checksum
When receiving this message, the SD instrument performs the internal test
sequence that is normally performed on powering up in mode 0 and resets
the internal registers used for trip and distance counters. This message will
only be decoded by the instrument if programmed into mode 0! Example:
$PSALT*
16 (23)
2.2.15. VDR VUB message

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
$PSALV,0,X,A,B,C,D,E*hh

1 name VUB control message
2 0 Internal control data If field is 1, see below
3 X Mux status 0, 1, 2 or 3
4 A Relay status 0 or 1
5 B Relay status 0 or 1
6 C Relay status 0 or 1
7 D Relay status 0 or 1
8 E Control data for MU84 TBD, single character
9 hh Check sum
A message always generates a reply from VUB. $PSALV,0,,,,,,*hh

will cause no action but an answer defining status in VUB.
1 2 3 4
$PSALV,1,AB---*hh

1 name VUB control message
2 1 External data for C2 port If field is 0, see above
3 hh Hex data string as needed
4 hh Check sum
2.2.16. R1 correlation data message

1 2 3 4 5
$PSALX,i.,c--c*hh<CR><LF>
1 name correlation data message PSALX
2 i. Index 0..4 used by R1
4 c—c hex data from log max 64 characters for SAL R1
5 hh Checksum
No checksum field is added as this would add overhead to the log. index 0
contains sampling information, index 1..4 contains correlation data. See R1
program documentation for interpretation of hex data fields. Example:
$PSALX,0,17FB5D0203040500000000000000000000000000
17 (23)
2.2.17. EEPROM parameter data message

1 2 3 4
$PSALY,i.,c--c*hh<CR><LF>
1 Name EEPROM parameter data PSALY
2 i. address pointer 0..F for SAL R1
3 c—c EEPROM hex data 64 characters for SAL R1
4 Hh Checksum
No checksum is added to R1 eeprom content due to runtime restrictions.
Example:
$PSALY,0,5231653001010000000000000000000000000
0000000FFF0FF1EFFCB14141414
2.2.18. Alarm warning message

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
$PSALW,hhmmss.ss,xxx,A,A,c-c,x*hh<CR><LF>

1 Name Proprietary Alarm warning
2 hhmmss.ss Time of alarm/warning condition UTC
4 A Alarm condition A = alarm, V = no alarm
5 A Acknowledge condition A = Acknowledged, V = not
6 C—c Alarm’s description text
7 X Alarm level NUL field or 0 = No alarm or warning
1 = warning
2 = Alarm
9 = General alarm reset, clears all
active alarms and warnings,
disregarding contents of all other fields
8 hh Check sum
2.3. Early version NMEA messages

These messages are not recommended in the IEC 1162-1/NMEA 0183 v
2.00, but still included as valid.
They are not generated by any Consilium Navigation equipment shipped after
1992, but are still decoded by indicators etc. for obvious compatibility
reasons.
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2.3.1. Dual Doppler utilities

1 2 3 4 5 6 7
$VDDRU,x.x,A,x.x,A,x.x*hh<CR><LF>
1 Dual Doppler Utilities

2 Depth below transducer, in meters
3 Depth status
4 Rate of turn, in degrees per minute. + = starboard turn, - = port.
5 Rate of turn status
6 Propeller shaft rotation value
7 Check sum.
2.3.2. Consilium messages based on early versions of NMEA 0183.

These "$PC" non-standard messages were developed at an early stage. They
do violate the IEC 1162-1/NMEA 0183 v 2.00 standard proprietary format
and they are not generated by any equipment shipped after 1992. The
number of logs generating these messages is very small. If any problems
arises decoding these messages, these shall be converted using SW releases
that converts to the standard "$VD...." messages.
The status character handling is complex due to the fact that exact emulation
of existing WT/BT/AUTO functions of the SAL log systems was requested.
Status interpretation:
B Bottom track, values OK and may be used.
W Water track, value OK and may be used.
F Water track forced, AUTO/WATER input in WATER
position. This is implemented to accomplish compatibility with
earlier installations.
E Given when "Power fail/Output signal failure" is active. Latest
valid value is transmitted.
R Given when "Out of range" is active. Latest valid values for
BT speed and depth are transmitted. These shall not be used.
I Given when test switch is active. F/B and P/S reflect status on
corresponding to PSC inputs.
Values are:
- Longitudinal speed water 10 knots ahead
- Longitudinal speed bottom 8 knots F/B
- Transverse speed bottom 3 knots P/S
- Depth 20 meters
S Given when STU ON, which means that SAL-860/865
simulator is connected. Truth table AUTO/WATER input:
19 (23)
AUTO/WATER status status range valid speed

speed depth
AUTO B B I BT
WATER F B I WT
AUTO R R O WT
WATER F R O WT
2.3.2.1. SAL-Imcor2
1 2 3 4
$PCVSW,uXX.XX,a*XX
1 PCVSW (Proprietary Consilium Vector Speed Water)

2 Longitudinal Speed water, in knots (ahead only)
3 Status Speed, WT: W = valid, water track
E = log failure
I = internal test data
4 check sum
2.3.2.2. SAL 840

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
$PCVVE,uXX.XX,a,uXX.XX,a,XXX.X,a*XX
1 PCVVE (Proprietary Consilium Vector Velocity dEpth)

3 Status Speed WT: W = valid, water track
E = log failure
4 Longitudinal Speed bottom, in knots (negative value = astern)
5 Status Speed BT: B = valid, bottom track
F = water track forced externally
E = log failure
R = out of range
I = internal testdata
6 Depth below transducer in meters

7 Status Depth : B = valid, bottom track
E = log failure
R = out of range
8 checksum
2.3.2.3. SAL-860/865
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
$PCVVD,uXX.XX,a,uXX.XX,uXX.XX,a,XXX.X,a*XX
1 PCVVD (Proprietary Consilium Vector Velocity Depth)
20 (23)

3 Status Speed, WT: W = valid, water track
E = log failure
4 Longitudinal Speed bottom, in knots (negative value = astern)

5 Transverse Speed bottom, in knots (negative value = port, no sign =
starboard)
6 Status Speed BT: B = valid, bottom track
F = water track forced externally
E = log failure
R = out of range
S = external test data
7 Depth below transducer in meters

8 Status Depth : B = valid, bottom track
E = log failure
R = out of range
9 check sum
2.3.3. Atlas Marine messages based on early versions of NMEA 0183.

These message definitions are included here because they are widely used.
They are in some cases decoded by products from Consilium Navigation in
the formats described here. However, since they are generated by other
manufacturers equipment, Consilium Navigation can take no responsibility if
equipment generating this data are modified
Note! Hardware precaution
The interface 2 of Atlas DOLOG systems use current loop outputs, intended
to drive an opto-coupler LED. However, if connected to an NMEA
standard opto-coupler input, the DOLOG output has the incorrect polarity.
It will drive current through the LED in IDLE state but not any current in the
other direction in the other state. This means that polarity conversion must be
performed if the intention is to feed Consilium Navigation NMEA inputs
decoding this information.
An interface board, called NBU (NMEA Buffer Unit) is available from

Consilium Navigation AB. This performs necessary polarity
conversion/buffering for two channels.
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2.3.3.1. Dual Doppler Velocities

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
$PKVBW,uXX.XX,uXX.XX,a,uXX.XX,uXX.XX,a,*XX<CR><LF>
1 Atlas Elektronik Dual Doppler velocities relative to keel

2 Water track speed longitudinal
3 Water track speed transversal
4 Water track status, "W" is valid, "F" is unvalid
5 Bottom track speed longitudinal
6 Bottom track speed transversal
7 Bottom track speed status, "B" is valid, "F" is unvalid. Note use of ","
delimiter before checksum delimiter "*"!
8 Check sum. Note that the method of check sum calculation as
interpreted by Atlas is different due to unclear definition in the early NMEA
standard. The ”$” character is included in the calculation!
2.3.3.2. Dual Doppler Utilities

1 2 3 4 5 6 7
$PKDRU,XXX.X,a,uXXX.X,a,XXXX,*XX<CR><LF>
1 Atlas Elektronik non-standard Dual Doppler Utilities

2 Depth below transducer, in meters
3 Depth status, "M" = valid, "F" unvalid
4 Rate of turn, in degrees per minute. + = starboard turn, - = port.
5 Rate of turn status, "A" = valid, "V" unvalid
6 Propeller shaft rotation value. Note use of "," delimiter before checksum
delimiter "*"!
7 Check sum. See ”$PKVBW” above!
3. Hardware considerations
Complying with IEC 1162-1/NMEA 0183 v 2.00 standard. All Consilium
Navigation designed NMEA drivers uses RS485 compatible driver circuits,
using differential outputs swinging in the range 0 to +5 Volts.
All Consilium Navigation designed NMEA input stages use opto-couplers

and we do not recommend any other technical solution for connecting other
equipment to NMEA networks were Consilium Navigation products are
connected as talkers or listeners.
Some early proposals for the IEC 1162-1 permitted also the use of RS422
receivers, having a DC path between case ground and the receiver circuit.
22 (23)
We strongly discourage such use and recommend the use of a separate,

opto-isolated buffer unit if it is necessary to feed such devices.
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Calibration and Sea Acceptance Test 701871A2.doc
SAL R1
Calibration and Sea Acceptance test. Main Electronics Unit (ELC),

Transducer (TRU) and optional Log Distribution Unit (LDU)
Contents
1. Scope 2
2. Equipment needed 2
3. Test procedure 2
4. Test procedure for optional LDU 7
5. Final inspection 8
6. SAT protocol 9
Revisions:
Date Ver Iss by Description
1998-12-18 A0 STE Created
1999-09-02 A1 STE Co-ordinated with 860R manual
2001-05-07 A2 STE WT multipoint calibration example simplified
Doc. no: 701871A2.doc
Date: 01-05-07 07:50
© Consilium Navigation AB
1. Scope
This document describes the Calibration procedures and also serves as a Sea Acceptance test
(SAT) for SAL R1. The SAT for SAL R1 is used to verify that the system works, and to
calibrate the log. The document contains a list of equipment needed, how to perform the test
and a test protocol.
To aid future customer support, it is necessary that two sets of the protocol pages are filled-in.
One set should be returned to Consilium Navigation After Sales Dpt and the other set should
be left in the reference manual copy on board the ship.
2. Equipment needed
In addition to the log system, the following equipment is needed:
• Calibrated display unit for speed and distance indication (such as SD1-X).
• This SAT instruction.
• For the log calibration a test site is needed, where accurate distance and speed trials can
be made.
3. Test procedure
3.1. The boundary layer

The water moves slower close to the hull than it does further away. The layer with lower
speed is called the boundary layer, see figure A.
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Ship´s hull
Ship´s
Speed
Next to hull: Relative

V
water speed = 0
At 1/2 boundary layer: Inside

Relative water speed = 90%U Boundary
Layer
U Relative water Speed 0

At boundary layer edge:
Relative water speed = 100%U Outside boundary layer
(Relative water speed = U)
Figure A Boundary layer speed distribution.

The R1 PCB measures speed close to the hull, and may thus measure a lower speed. When
the ship is in shallow waters, the boundary layer may be different from normal. This physical
effect will affect all logs measuring relative speed.
3.2. Calibration factors

Due to the influence of the boundary layer, calibration factors has to be determined. There are
three different kinds of calibration factors: the draught calibration factors, the the speed-
dependant factors of the multipoint calibration and the transducer calibration factor. The speed
produced by the SAL R1 is thus the actually measured speed, multiplied by the interpolated
speed compensation, the draught factor and the transducer calibration factor.
3.3. Single point draught calibration factor - speed

trial procedure
The system is calibrated by sailing a known distance in calm waters. To eliminate variations
caused by tide, current and wind, the ship should run the same route in both directions. For
each separate run, carefully note true sailed distance and the measured distance on log display.
Then, for each speed, do the following calculation to compute the correction factor CF:
CF = [(expected dist.1 + expected dist. 2) / (sensed dist.1 + sensed dist. 2)].
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It is also possible to use other reference systems like DGPS to obtain the calibration factor.
Then use the menu system to enter the value in menu C2 for the desired draught condition.
Note that the correction shall be expressed as percentage, a calculated value of for example
1.234 shall be entered as 23.40%!
Example:
Assuming that a correction factor of 1.234 was calculated by mile runs or by other means
(meaning that the speed-reading should be 1.234 times the measured speed) the following
steps shall be taken:
• Press MENU to display: ”C0 CALIBRATION, WRITE ACCESS OFF”
• Press ”+” to change to ”WRITE ACCESS ON”
• Press ENTER to go into menu ”C1 DRAUGHT COND, BALLAST1 00.00%”
• Press MENU to go into menu ”C2 DRAUGHT CAL, SET FACTOR”
• Press ENTER to go into the mode ”C2 DRAUGHT CAL, BALLAST1 00.00%”
• (To change calibration factor of any other draught condition, press MENU to change
between BALLAST1, BALLAST2 and FULL LOAD)
• Use ”+” and ”-” to set the factor to the desired value ”+23.40%”
• Press ENTER to store the set value
• Press MENU and ENTER simultaneously three times to go back into normal
operation in the BALLAST1 mode (or any other mode chosen on men C1).
3.4. Multiple point calibration

NOTE! Performing Multi-point calibration results in very good accuracy performance from
the WT log system, but requires multiple speed runs with accurate reference, which is not
always possible to perform during normal shipyard sea trials.
In such situations, the use of single-point calibration is recommended, which is described

above.
3.4.1. The principle of multi-point calibration

If the ship would travel with a higher speed than the maximum calibrated speed, the calibration
factor of this maximum speed will be used. For speeds between the calibration points
interpolation using a linear approach is used to calculate the current calibration factor.
The calibration factor for the speed closest to zero knots will also be the factor used for all
speeds down to zero. However, the low astern speed may have an entirely different
correlation factor, as can be seen in this example:
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Speed-dependant cal. factor
1.00
+/- 0 Corrected speed
Figure B An example of the calibration curve after a multi-point calibration.
3.4.2. Performing multi-point calibration

Before the calibration runs, make sure that all calibration factors are set to 00.00%!
For each separate run, carefully note true sailed distance and the measured distance on log
display. Repeat this procedure for each speed required. A maximum number of ten calibration
points at ten different speeds can be used.
After the test runs have been completed, do the following calculation for each speed to
compute the correction factors:
CF = [(expected dist.1 + expected dist. 2) / (sensed dist.1 + sensed dist. 2)].
Use multi-point calibration sub-menus to enter these values.
Example:
Assuming that the following calibration values were obtained during a sea trial, the following
steps would have to be taken:
Expected (Sailed) speed Sensed (measured) speed Calibration factor
10 knots 8.33 knots 1.200
20 knots 18.18 knots 1.100
30 knots 28.57 knots 1.050
Note that the expected speed (corresponding to sailed distance is used as reference point in
the calibration menu. The figure below shows the difference between the expected and the
sensed speed regarding crossover. The reason to use the expected speed as a reference is to
avoid to recalculate the sensed speed when a calibration factor already has been entered into
the speed log. If we for instance would like to add a new point at expected speed 15 knots,
then the calibration factors already is 1.15, and the sensed speed would already contain a
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calibration factor. The calibration factor being shown when entering a new point corresponds
to this factor. A differential change may thus be added as on offset to this value.
1.25
Expected
Sensed
1.2
Calibration Factor
1.15
1.1
1.05
1
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
Speed [knots]

• Press MENU twice to go into menu ”C3 MULTI-P CAL, EDIT/DELETE”
• Press ENTER three times to go into the mode ”C3.01 MP CAL/EDT,
EXPECTED 0.00KN”
• Use the ”+” and ”-” keys to set the speed to 10.00KN
• Use ”+” and ”-” to set the factor to the desired value ”10.00KN 20.00%”
• Press ”+” to switch to menu ”C3.02 MP CAL/EDIT, UNUSED POINT”
• Press ENTER to go into ” ”C3.02 MP CAL/EDIT, EXPECTED 0.0KN”
• Press ENTER to store the set value.
• Press ”+” to switch to menu ”C3.03 MP CAL/EDIT, UNUSED POINT”
• Press ENTER to go into ” ”C3.03 MP CAL/EDIT, EXPECTED 0.0KN”
• Press ENTER to store the set value.
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operation.
3.5. Transducer calibration factor

If a replacement transducer with a defined calibration factor is fitted (this is marked on the
transducer casing and on the cable), enter this value in the menu C4.
Example:
If a transducer with marking TC+123 (= +1.23%) is installed, perform the following steps:
• Press MENU three times to go into menu ”C4 TRU CALIBRAT.,MARKING:
TC+000”
• Use ”+” and ”-” to set the factor to the desired value ”TC+123”
operation.
4. Test procedure for optional LDU

• Check that the LPU enters normal operation mode and presents the correct speeds to
different users.
The different sections of the manual covers installation and also describes testing procedures
for each sub-unit. Especially the section about the LDU (if this is included) contains useful
information about testing large installations.
If correct operation of all connected indicators and users (radar etc) was not verified during
the tests described in the previous sections, the following procedure can be used to verify
signal flow throughout the system:
a) Go to the menu for simulated speed and enter a value of +8 knots. Leave the log
running in this menu during the rest of the signal flow test.
b) All connected indicators and/or display in LPU (if present) should display this value. If
not, NMEA connection from ELC should be checked.
Also all connected external equipment (via relay or opto-coupler pulses or IEC 1162-
1/NMEA 0183 serial data) should display these values.
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c) Put the log back to normal operation mode.
5. Final inspection
• When the system have passed all tests the protocol is signed with signature and date. One
copy is returned to Consilium Navigation for reference purposes.
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6. SAT protocol
Sea Acceptance Test for SAL R1
SAL R1 SAT Order#: Comment
Owner:
Yard:
Ship:
Type:
TRU S/N: ELC S/N: LDU S/N:
Indicators: S/N: S/N:
S/N: S/N: S/N:
Single point Calibration
WT Ballast 1 Condition (BALLAST 1 ±??.??)
WT Full load Condition (FULL LOAD ±??.??)
WT Transducer Calibration (TC=±???)
Multiple point Calibration
C3.01 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.02 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.03 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.04 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.05 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.06 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.07 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.08 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.09 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.10 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
Result:
Passed / Failed
Date: ______________________ Sign: ________________________

(Consilium)
Date: ______________________ Sign: ________________________

(Customer, if applicable)
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SAT protocol (copy for Consilium)

Sea Acceptance Test for SAL R1
SAL R1 SAT Order#: Comment
Owner:
Yard:
Ship:
Type:
TRU S/N: ELC S/N: LDU S/N:
Indicators: S/N: S/N:
S/N: S/N: S/N:
Single point Calibration
WT Full load Condition (FULL LOAD ±??.??)
WT Transducer Calibration (TC=±???)
Multiple point Calibration
C3.01 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.02 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.03 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.04 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.05 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.06 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.07 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.08 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.09 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
C3.10 Speed % (??.??KN ±?.??%)
Result:
Passed / Failed
Date: ______________________ Sign: ________________________

(Consilium)
Date: ______________________ Sign: ________________________

(Customer, if applicable)
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SAL-R1 Trouble shooting 701863B1.doc
Trouble shooting
Abstract: This section describes how to investigate a log that is not performing well.
Contents:
1. INTRODUCTION 2
2. FAULT LOCALISATION 2
Revisions:
981215 B0 STE Rewrite for new software
990901 B1 ABO Typographic changes
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Filename: 701863B1.doc, Date: 02-08-12
1. Introduction
This document describes how to trouble shoot a malfunctioning SAL-R1 log system. First a fault
localising scheme is described. After that you find how to test different sub-systems.
2. Fault localisation
When a system malfunction is found for the speed log we follow the flow chart below.
New test
Syst Ok
Faulty
system? No
Yes
Subsystem Error
test found Repair
system
TRU test
ELC test
Log sim
test
2.1. Subsystem and connection test

Subsystem test is performed first. The goal is to see whether we have an interconnection error, or a
faulty subsystem. The test includes the following steps:
• Open the ELC cabinet. Check mains supply voltage. Check mains supply fuses.
• Check that the LCD panel shows normal operation mode as described in the manual.
• Check that LED-indicators function normally, i.e. TR1 and TR2 are lit, and depending on
condition SIGN and CORR may be lit.
2.1.1. NMEA inspection

Diagnosing the serial messages from SAL 860R is simple with a special cable with two female 9-
pole D-sub connectors. The cable is also used for updating the software for the water track log. The
connectors 1, 4 and 5 on the R1 9-pole D-sub should be connected to the connectors 2, 3 and 5 on
the PC COM-port 9-pole D-sub:
R1 D-sub PC
1 RXD 1
6 6
2 2
7 7
3 3
8 TXD 8
4 4
9 9
5 GND 5
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Figure: Special cable for communicating with SAL R1
2.1.2. R1 Interconnection test

This test simulates speed from the R1 unit to test if any output is faulty.
• Go to the speed simulation menu and enter different speeds, for example +8 knots and –2 knots.
How to change simulated speed is described in chapter on SAL R1 menu system.
• Check that all equipment connected to the log read the simulated speed. An SD1-2 indicator with
presentation of "Err" indicates transmission time-out or bad reception. This might indicate that the
NMEA bus line has been cut. A presentation of ”- - -” indicates unvalid speed, which is
equivalent to correct NMEA messages, but the log being unable to measure the speed.
• Check that the NMEA messages sent from the R1 is correct. NMEA "A" and "B" shall transmit
data as 4800 baud, 8 databits, 1 stopbit and no parity. The SAL R1 is prepared for an
optiononal baud rate of 38400 baud. This is selectable through the menu system, but not yet
implemented in LPU and indicators. See chapter on SAL R1 menu system on how to set this.
Note that if the PC/terminal is connected to signal ground, there will be transmission errors.
• Each NMEA speed message starts with $VDVBW, and end with <CR><LF>. Other messages
for data logging and debugging beginning with $PSAL may be present. If such messages interfere
with other equipment, they may be switched off, see chapter on SAL R1 menu system.
If any of the above tests fails this is a indication of hardware fault. Go back to normal operation
mode to make the R1 measure the real speed of the vessel.
2.2. Transducer (TRU) test
2.2.1. Physical position of TRU

Ensure that TRU is in its most downward position. The TRU position may have changed position
due to external forces. This may give turbulent flow in the water. One way to verify the TRU position
is to make a mark on the connecting tube before unfasten the tube bracket. The connecting tube is
then lifted a few millimetres and then pushed downwards again. The mark shall then be in the same
position as before. Check that the alignment mark on the connecting tube is on the starboard side
and parallel to the keel line. Fasten the tube bracket again.
2.2.2. Electrical test of TRU

Low insulation values indicate a leaky TRU. If values are out of tolerance, exchange TRU and test
system again.
• Disconnect R1 transducer cable from PCB.
• Measure resistance between pins 1-2 and pins 4-5 respectively. The value shall be within the
range 1.3–3.0 ohms. Values outside indicate bad short circuit or bad connection.
• Measure insulation between pins 1-3, 4-3 and pins 1-4 respectively. The value shall exceed 20
MOhms. Lower value indicates a leaky transducer.
• Reconnect R1 transducer cable to PCB.
If the transducer fails the test it shall be replaced.
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2.3. PCB test

PCB test shall test whether the electronics works correctly. The production test instruction is a useful
document for this.
• Check that the LCD panel shows normal operation mode as described in the manual.
• Check that LED-indicators function normally, i.e. TR1 and TR2 are lit, and depending on
condition SIGN and CORR may be lit.
• Test R1P conversion of BT by verifying that simulated bottom track speed and depth are shown
correctly in the NMEA output.
• Enter the menu system and select test mode T1 for speed simulation. Adjust simulation to +8.00
knots. This simulates a dummy speed on the outputs. Check NMEA output and indicators.
• Enter menu system and select test mode T2 to test the LED’s.
• Enter menu system and select test mode T3 to test the AGC circuitry with transmitter disabled.
The values on the LCD shall be balanced and low. LED's Tr1 and Tr2 shall be unlit.
• Enter menu system and select test mode T4 to test the AGC circuitry with transmitter enabled.
The values on the LCD shall be balanced and higher than with test T3. LED's Tr1 and Tr2 shall
be lit. The level for T4 depends on the reflector conditions, and may vary a lot.
• Use an oscilloscope to measure the amplitude of the transmit pulses. Values of 25–30 Volts are
normal across terminals 1–3, 2–3, 4–3 and 5–3, where terminal 3 is virtual ground. Check that
the transmitted frequencies are correct (3.8 and 4.2 MHz respectively).
• Enter menu system and select miscellaneous menu M2 to make a reset. The watchdog will reset
the system after two-second timeout. Check that the R1 powers up according to the normal
reset sequence.
• Enter menu system and select debug mode D1 to enable serial data transmission of proprietary
NMEA messages. The information in the message helps diagnose the system if recorded and
sent to Consilium Marine. Note that the debug information may choke other users of NMEA
data as it comes as often as possible.
• The correlation coefficient seen in the LCD (field RC=NNN, FC=NNN or LC=NNN) gives
important information on working conditions for the log. A high correlation coefficient is an
indication of good working conditions for the log. Correlation coefficients of 300–800 are
normal in the Baltic Sea when sailing at 10 knots. Note that this value depends on water
condition, and may thus change with season and location. The value achieved during the sea trial
may be written down and used as a reference value to see if a drastic change has occurred.
If nothing abnormal is found, we may have a receiver hardware fault. Continue with water track
simulation test, where the simulator is connected to the R1 instead of the transducer. This is used by
trained service engineers only.
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Consilium Navigation SAL R1 service request
SAL R1 service request
Abstract: This section includes a service request form to fax back to Consilium.
Contents:
1. INTRODUCTION 2
Revisions:
1999-09-03 A0 STE Created
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Filename: 701877a0.doc, Date: 02-08-12
1. Introduction
In case of service request, please fill in the service request form and return it to Consilium by fax (or
e-mail with the required information). Our ability to help you and diagnose the problem improves
with a detailed fault description. Telephone number to the Consilium service centre is +45-35-26 02
99.
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Service request for SAL R1 Service req:________________
FAX to Consilium Service Centre +45-35-26 02 01
E-mail to office@consilium.dk
Owner:/Operator: FAX No. / e-mail address:
Name of vessel / NB No.: Title & name of contact person(s):
Shipyard:
Type of vessel: Flag:
Consilium Marine Order No.:
R1 electronics unit S/N: Transducer S/N:
Extension box S/N: Indicator S/N:
Fault description:
Date: Signature:
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Shipyard:
Fault description:
Date: Signature:
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Shipyard:
Fault description:
Date: Signature:
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The sections of this manual are grouped in the following manner:

The SAL-R1 system, Technical Description

2. LIST OF ALL PARTS OF THE SAL-R1 SYSTEM 3

4. TYPICAL INSTALLATION BLOCK DIAGRAM 5

Figure 1: SAL-R1 PCB

2. List of all parts of the SAL-R1 system

Name of unit Unit number

Repeaters – Digital indicators

Repeaters – Analogue indicators

Table 1: List of all parts of the SAL-R1 system

3.3. Extension box

4. Typical installation block diagram

230/115 VAC LDU (Log Distribution Unit) RELAY OUTPUT

2 x 2 pair twisted with Output signal cables

230/115 VAC SAL R1 / ELC

30 m fixed length. Voltage supplies cables.

Figure 2: Principle of a SAL-R1 system

The transmit pulses

Figure 4: The transmit pulses

1/2 echo time

Water flow direction

Figure 5: Measured water volume

5.1. Acoustical signal

Delay (τ ) is two samples

Figure 6: Time displacement between signals.

5.2. Correlation functions

Figure 7: Discrete correlation function. Y-axis: correlation function, X-axis:

5.3. Boundary layer and calibration

Next to hull: Relative

U Relative water Speed 0

Figure 8: Boundary layer.

5.4. Speed filtering

5.5. Distance calculation

5.6. Adverse conditions

Figure 9: SAL-R1 front panel

6.2. Data transmission / reception

6.3. Sampling control

6.3.2. Echo time

6.3.3. Integration time

IIR True signal

7.1. Power on / software update

7.2. Normal operation

Sensed (raw) speed from transducer

Output speed including calibration and time constant

7.2.1. Seek zero speed mode

7.3. Menu system

SAL R1 - Technical Specification

Abstract: Datasheet on system performances.

2 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE DATA 2

2 System Performance Data

Working Principle: Acoustic correlation

Speed Output: Serial data on RS 485 and RS 232 according to

 Consilium Navigation AB • P.O. Box 5021 • SE-131 05 NACKA • SWEDEN

Abstract: All menus presented by number and explained.

2. WRITE AND READ ONLY ACCESS 3

Figure A: SAL R1 front panel

2. Write and read only access

3.2. Normal operation

3.2.1. Locked high speed mode

3.2.2. Seek high speed mode