Raymarine DSM300 User manual

Brand: Raymarine

Model: DSM300

Category: Navigators

Type: User manual

DSM300

Digital Sounder

Module

Operation with hsb

PLUS Series Displays

Document number: 81249-1

Date: November 2004

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Contents of this handbook ©Raymarine 2004

Contents

Preface .....................................................................................................................7

Purpose .................................................................................................. 7

SAFETY NOTICE ...................................................................................... 7

EMC Conformance ................................................................................. 8

Conventions ........................................................................................... 8

Technical Accuracy ................................................................................. 8

Chapter 1: Overview ............................................................................................9

1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 9

General ................................................................................................ 10

1.2 Fishfinder (Sonar) Mode Display Features ............................................ 10

1.3 How to Use this Handbook ................................................................... 10

Chapter 2: Getting Started ................................................................................13

2.1 Introduction ......................................................................................... 13

2.2 Powering on the Sounder Module ........................................................ 13

Status LED ............................................................................................ 13

2.4 Selecting Repeater Mode ..................................................................... 15

2.5 Sonar Mode Display ............................................................................. 16

2.6 Operating Modes ................................................................................. 18

Horizontal Half-Screen Window Options .............................................. 18

Vertical Half -Screen Window Options .................................................. 18

Sonar Options ...................................................................................... 19

Sounder Functions ............................................................................... 20

2.7 Simulator Mode ................................................................................... 21

Viewing Simulator Data ....................................................................... 22

Chapter 3: System Setup ...................................................................................23

3.1 Introduction ......................................................................................... 23

3.2 Changing the Set Up Parameters .......................................................... 23

3.3 System Set Up Parameters .................................................................... 25

Data Boxes ........................................................................................... 27

Bearing Mode ...................................................................................... 27

Cursor Reference .................................................................................. 28

Cursor Readout .................................................................................... 28

Day/Night ............................................................................................. 28

Help ..................................................................................................... 28

Soft Keys .............................................................................................. 28

Key Beep .............................................................................................. 29

MOB Data ............................................................................................ 29

Autopilot Pop Up .................................................................................. 29

Menu Timeout Period ........................................................................... 29

Units .................................................................................................... 29

4 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

Variation Source ...................................................................................30

Bridge NMEA Heading ..........................................................................31

NMEA-Out Set Up .................................................................................31

Cursor Echo ..........................................................................................32

Date and Time Settings .........................................................................33

GPS SOG/COG Filter ..............................................................................33

Compass Set Up ...................................................................................33

Language .............................................................................................34

Simulator ..............................................................................................34

3.4 Sonar Set Up Parameters ......................................................................34

Target Depth ID .....................................................................................35

Color Bar ..............................................................................................35

Depth Digit Size ....................................................................................35

Sonar HSB Mode ...................................................................................35

Depth Offset .........................................................................................36

Speed Calibrate ....................................................................................37

Temperature Calibrate ..........................................................................37

Sonar History ........................................................................................37

Sonar Interference Rejection ................................................................37

Sonar Simulator ....................................................................................38

Version/Serial Numbers ........................................................................38

Chapter 4: Basic Display Controls ....................................................................39

4.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................39

Simulator ..............................................................................................39

4.2 Setting Color and Brightness ................................................................39

Lighting and Contrast (Monochrome Displays) ....................................39

Brightness and Color Settings (Color Displays) .....................................40

4.3 Controlling the Display .........................................................................43

Switching Between Sounder and Other Modes ....................................49

4.4 Display Control Functions .....................................................................50

Viewing Data Boxes ..............................................................................50

Changing the Scroll Speed ....................................................................51

Selecting the Power Setting ..................................................................52

Changing the Sounder Range ...............................................................53

Selecting the Frequency ........................................................................54

Using Bottom Lock ...............................................................................55

Using Zoom ..........................................................................................59

Chapter 5: Sonar Mode Operation ...................................................................63

5.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................63

5.2 Interpreting and Adjusting the Sounder Image .....................................64

Target Indications .................................................................................64

Using White Line ..................................................................................65

Adjusting Display Gain (Sensitivity) ...................................................... 65

Color Gain ............................................................................................ 67

5.3 Using VRM ........................................................................................... 70

5.4 Waypoints ............................................................................................ 71

Placing a Waypoint .............................................................................. 72

5.5 MOB ..................................................................................................... 73

Appendix A: List of Abbreviations ...................................................................75

Index .........................................................................................79

6 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

Preface

Purpose

Raymarine DSM300 Digital Sounder Modules provide echo sounder data that can

be displayed on Raymarine E Series, C Series, and hsb

PLUS (Pathfinder) Series

display units. This handbook describes operating the DSM300 with hsb

PLUS

Series displays. Instructions for using the DSM300 with E Series and C Series

displays are available in the handbooks for those products. The DSM300 will not

work with older HSB (non-PLUS) displays.

DSM300 Digital Sounder Modules are intended for recreational depth finding and

fishfinding purposes. Echo sounder systems require an appropriate Raymarine

transducer unit and inter-connecting cable.

To obtain the best results in DSM300 operation and performance, please read this

handbook thoroughly. Raymarine’s Technical Services representatives or your

local dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have.

SAFETY NOTICE

This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the

instructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so can result in personal injury

and/or navigational inaccuracies. In particular:

CAUTION: High Voltage

The DSM300 contains high voltages. Adjustments require specialized service

procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians – there are no

user serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove the

cover or attempt to service the equipment.

CAUTION: Transducer Cable

Removing the transducer cable from the rear of the DSM300 while the sounder

module is powered on can cause sparks. Only remove the transducer cable after

power has been removed from the DSM300. As with any electronic device, be

sure the sounder module is mounted where it is well ventilated and free from

gasoline fumes.

If the transducer cable is accidentally removed while the DSM300 is powered on,

remove power from the sounder module, replace the transducer cable, and then

return power to the module. As a safety feature, the DSM300 only recognizes that

the transducer is connected at power-up.

8 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

EMC Conformance

All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry

standards for use in the recreational marine environment.

The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to

the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct

installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.

Conventions

Throughout this handbook, the dedicated (labelled) keys are shown in bold

capitals; for example, ENTER. The soft key functions, menu names and options

are shown in normal capitals; for example, SCREEN.

Operating procedures, which may consist of a single key-press or a sequence of

numbered steps, are indicated by a ➤ symbol in the margin. When the procedure

requires you to press a soft key, the soft key icon is shown in the margin.

Technical Accuracy

To the best of our knowledge, the technical and graphical information contained

in this handbook was correct as it went to press. However, the Raymarine policy of

continuous improvement and updating may change product specifications

without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product

and handbook may occur from time to time, for which liability cannot be accepted

by Raymarine.

Chapter 1: Overview

1.1 Introduction

This handbook describes how to operate the DSM300 Digital Sounder Module

with hsb

PLUS (Pathfinder) Series displays. The DSM300 emits and receives sonar

signals from a transducer mounted in the water, then interprets and transmits the

data to a separate hsb

PLUS (Pathfinder) Series display unit installed in your boat.

Figure 1-1: DSM300 Digital Sounder Module

The DSM300 employs a very high transmission repetition or “ping” rate which,

along with the digital adaptive high sample rate receiver, ensures that fish and

bottom structure are presented in superb detail and optimal color allocation. The

DSM300 digital bandwidth adaptation adjusts the receiver band width

dynamically from very wide to very narrow, as required by the actual water

conditions. This provides superior fish and bottom detection in all surroundings.

The DSM300 features dual frequency (200 kHz and 50 kHz) operation and—

depending on the transducer installed and conditions—up to 1000 watts RMS

output power and performance from 3 ft (1m) up to 5000 ft (1700 m).

Note:

Many illustrations in this handbook show example screens. The screen you see on

your display depends on your system configuration and set up options, so it may differ from

the illustration.

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10 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

General

The DSM300 system is comprised of the Digital Sounder Module, hsb

PLUS

(Pathfinder) Series display unit, transducer, and associated cables.

The DSM300 module is waterproof to IPX7 and can be installed either above or

below deck.

The unit includes connections to:

• power

• the transducer

• hsb

PLUS (Pathfinder) Series or C Series display unit

• E Series display unit

1.2 Fishfinder (Sonar) Mode Display Features

When connected to a display unit and switched to Fishfinder (Sonar) mode, the

following data can be viewed:

• Depth, speed and temperature, if the transducer is so equipped

• Single or split frequency sonar display: 50 kHz, 200 kHz

• Display options: zoom, bottom lock and A-Scope

• Windows to display additional data. (Position data requires GPS.)

1.3 How to Use this Handbook

This handbook describes how to operate a DSM300 with your hsb

PLUS

(Pathfinder) Series display unit. Instructions for operating the DSM300 with

C Series or E Series displays are available in the handbooks for those products.

Chapter 2 shows how to start using the hsb

PLUS (Pathfinder) Series display and

viewing sonar echo data.

Chapter 3 provides instructions for setting up your PLUS Series display system to

suit your preferences. You should read this chapter to determine how to change

the sonar system from the default settings.

Chapter 4 details operating the PLUS Series display unit’s controls in Sonar mode.

Chapter 5 provides information for operating sonar functions using the PLUS

Series display: selecting depth range limits, adjusting gain, color and STC, setting

alarms, using the VRM marker, marks and man overboard.

Appendix A lists abbreviations used in this handbook.

Chapter 1: Overview 11

Figure 1-2: DSM300 in an Integrated System

16/9

HI/LO

SCAN WATCH

D7463-1

Power Supply

DSM300

Transducer

GPS

VHF Radio

NMEA

SeaTalk

RS-232

Interface Box

Radome

PLUS Display

not

used

12 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

Chapter 2: Getting Started 13

Chapter 2: Getting Started

2.1 Introduction

This chapter provides basic instructions to get you started using the DSM300

Digital Sounder Module with a Raymarine hsb

PLUS (Pathfinder) Series display.

Instructions for operating the DSM300 with a C Series or E Series display are

available in the handbooks for those products.

This chapter also describes Simulator mode and helps you to become familiar with

the basic functions of the display’s controls in Sonar operation mode. More

detailed information on using the controls and operating in Sonar mode is

provided in Chapter 4 and Chapter 5, respectively.

Note:

All settings described in this chapter are retained when the unit is powered off.

However, there is a one-minute delay from the time you make the setting change to when

the DSM300 places it in memory. If you power down the sounder less than one minute after

making a change, the setting is lost.

2.2 Powering on the Sounder Module

There is no power switch on the DSM300. The unit turns on when the power cord

is attached to boat’s power and plugged into the POWER connector on the

connector panel.

CAUTION:

The DSM300 should be located so that the power cord can be

easily removed, if necessary. If the sounder is placed in a difficult-

to-reach location, Raymarine strongly suggests installing a power

switch on the DSM300 power cord at a point where it is easily

accessible.

Status LED

The LED on the front panel blinks green when the module is powered on and

operating normally. If the unit detects a problem, the LED blinks amber to indicate

a warning or red for an error. The number of times the LED blinks is a code

representing the nature of the problem. For an explanation of the various error

codes, refer to the DSM300 Installation Manual.

14 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

2.3 Selecting Sonar Mode

If properly connected to an hsb

PLUS Series Radar, Chartplotter or Fishfinder

display unit, you can begin viewing echo sounder data by setting the display to

Sonar mode.

Note:

Data, such as depth, speed, temperature, log, and trip are still available even if So-

nar mode is not selected.

➤ To set the mode, press the DISPLAY key to show the DISPLAY pop-up, then

press again to cycle through the modes available, shown in Figure 2-1.

Figure 2-1: Using the DISPLAY Key

The selected mode is shown by an icon with a black (monochrome display) or red

(color LCD) border and the mode is displayed on the screen.

When SONAR mode is shown (as in Figure 2-1), press ENTER or CLEAR. The

default soft keys are displayed. The display shows the sounder screen.

DISPLAY

BRG

099

RNG

2.410

CURSOR

SELECT

WINDOWS

OFF ON

SPLIT

HOR VER

D6191-1

"DISPLAY" TO SELECT FULL SCREEN OPTION

SOFTKEYS TO SELECT WINDOW OPTION

CHART SONAR LOG

RADAR

Chapter 2: Getting Started 15

2.4 Selecting Repeater Mode

Depth data that is to be shared over the hsb

network is sourced from the device

that has been designated as the master sonar unit. Only a DSM300 or an hsb

PLUS Series fishfinder display can be a master unit. For the DSM300 master to

repeat its sonar image data to a display unit, the display must be designated as

the REPEATER.

When using the DSM300 with a PLUS radar or chartplotter display, this is not an

issue—the DSM300 is automatically set as the master and the display unit the

repeater. However, the DSM300 can also repeat its image data on a fishfinder

display. In this case, both units are capable of collecting sonar data. You must tell

the display it is to be a repeater for the DSM300 and not a master unit on its own.

If your DSM300 is repeating its sonar data over a PLUS Series radar or chartplotter

display, the proper settings are made automatically. You need do nothing else.

However, if your repeater display is a PLUS Series fishfinder, you must tell the unit

to be a repeater.

➤ To set the fishfinder display to be the sonar repeater:

1. Press the DISPLAY key until SONAR mode is selected, as described in the

previous section.

2. Press the MENU key.

The Menu soft keys appear.

3. Press the SONAR SET UP soft key.

The Sonar Set Up menu appears.

4. Press the trackpad until the SONAR HSB MODE parameter is highlighted

(selected).

5. Press the REPEATER soft key.

6. Press ENTER.

The display unit is now designated as the Repeater.

Details on setting up your DSM300 and display are given in Chapter 3.

DISPLAY

SONAR

SET UP¬

16 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

2.5 Sonar Mode Display

When you first switch the display unit into Sonar mode, the scrolling bottom

graph is displayed. This is a graphical representation of the echoes seen by the

DSM300. As time passes, this display scrolls from right to left and becomes a

record of the echoes seen. A typical display is shown in Figure 2-2.

The images at the right hand side of the display are the most recent echoes. Some

echoes indicate fish, and others show the bottom. It can also indicate bottom

structures, such as a reef or shipwreck. The upper and lower depth range limits are

shown.

The sonar screen includes a status bar that displays transducer frequency and

indicates which auto settings are enabled (Gain, Color Gain, Range, Zoom and

Frequency), and alarm status (fish and shallow/deep water depths).

You can customize the sounder by choosing what is displayed and how it is

displayed (including language and units). For example, you can set the scroll

speed of the bottom graph display, and you can select the range to adjust the

depth displayed.

You can view the cursor position and a variety of data (such as speed and depth)

from the transducer and other equipment in user-selectable data boxes. These

data boxes can be moved around the screen and they can be switched on or off.

Chapter 4 includes details on adjusting the display; other set up options are

described in Section 3.4.

Chapter 2: Getting Started 17

Figure 2-2: Typical Display in Sonar Mode

D6181-1

ZOOMFREQUENCY

BTM.LOCK A-SCOPE

AUTO GCRZFH

50kHz

Gain

Color gain

Range

Cursor,

controlled

by trackpad

Auto

Mode

Indicators

Water surface

Frequency

Target Depth ID On

Alarm enabled

Frequency

Power

Zoom

Shallow, Deep

Alarm

Indicators

Fish

Depth markers

Target image (fish arch)

Range

Bottom depth

Target image depth

18 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

2.6 Operating Modes

Depending on the types of equipment you have connected, up to four full-screen

modes – sonar, chart, radar, and data log are available. You select the operating

mode using the DISPLAY key.

You can also set Windows On to split the display into two half-screen windows

(horizontal or vertical) to show supplementary data, or to display sonar and chart

or radar simultaneously.

Horizontal Half-Screen Window Options

Using horizontal half screens, the main operating mode is displayed in the upper

window; you choose what is displayed in the lower window. The following

information, if available on your system, can be shown:

Vertical Half -Screen Window Options

This option splits the sounder vertically. The left hand window displays data

boxes; there are three different sets of data (A, B, and C) that you can select for

display. The following information is available only in Sonar Mode:

Note:

Receiving and displaying position data requires a GPS connected to your system.

Table 2-1: Horizontal Half-Screen Window Options

Full-screen

mode Horizontal Half-Screen Window Options

Sonar Mode Course Deviation Indicator (CDI), Bearing and Distance

Indicator (BDI), Depth/Temp graph, Chart plotter, Radar

Chart Mode CDI, BDI, Navigation Data (databoxes), Radar, Sonar

Radar Mode CDI, BDI, Navigation Data, Chartplotter, Sonar

Data Log Mode Half-screens not available

Table 2-2: Vertical Half-Screen Window Options

Full-screen

mode Vertical Half-Screen Window Options

A Temperature, Speed, Depth

B Position (latitude and longitude), Course Over Ground

(COG), Speed Over Ground (SOG), Depth

C Waypoint Range and Bearing, COG, SOG, Depth

Chapter 2: Getting Started 19

Figure 2-3: Half-Screen Windows in Sonar Mode

Details on selecting windows are given in Chapter 4. For details on the radar,

chartplotter or fishfinder display, please refer to the Owner’s Handbook supplied

with that unit.

Sonar Options

The DSM300 provides controls to select additional modes:

• Frequency – you can select the transducer frequency: 50 kHz for wide cover-

age and deep water, 200 kHz for a detailed view, both frequencies simulta-

neously or auto-frequency. The default setting is auto-frequency, which

determines the optimum frequency of operation based on the current depth.

• Bottom Lock – changes the operating mode to re-set the bottom. It provides a

bottom-up view: the bottom is used as the reference, its image is flattened

and depths are displayed here.

Bottom lock mode is used primarily to filter out the bottom structure and dis-

play fish details only.

• A-Scope – displays a real-time image of the bottom structure and fish directly

below the transducer. The A-Scope window also displays the patented Bot-

tom Coverage width indication.

• Zoom – enlarges all or part of the bottom graph display. You can select x2, x4,

or x6 magnification and the zoom area can be automatically or manually

adjusted.

ZOOMFREQUENCY

BTM.LOCK A-SCOPE

AUTO GCRZFH

50kHz

STEER PORT

WAYPOINT 001

XTE

WPT BRG

WPT RNG

TTG

0.28nm

26.8nm

h:59m

351°T

ZOOMFREQUENCY

BTM.LOCK A-SCOPE

AUTO GC FH

50kHz

DEPTH

SPEED

kts

20.1

15.1

10.1

30 0MINUTES

TEMPERATURE

Horizontal Half-Screen

D6206-1

Vertical Half-Screen

20 DSM300 Operation with PLUS Series Displays

You can select the Zoom or Bottom Lock image to be displayed in place of the

regular bottom graph display. Alternatively, you can set the display window to be

split vertically with the bottom graph displayed in the right hand screen and the

Zoom or Bottom Lock image displayed in the left hand screen. See Figure 2-4.

If you choose dual frequency, the scrolling bottom graph is displayed in both

frequencies, split horizontally. Zoom, Bottom Lock, or A-Scope can be displayed

with the dual frequency graph.

All of these options are available when the sonar data is displayed in a half-screen

window.

Sounder Functions

The DSM300 includes the following functions:

• Automatic or manual selection of scroll speed for bottom graph display

• Automatic or manual selection of transducer frequency

• Automatic or manual selection of depth range limits

• Automatic or manual selection of Gain, Color Gain, and STC settings

• Set up alarms for Fish, Shallow water and Deep water

• VRM marker to determine depth and distance

Operation of these functions is described in Chapter 4 and Chapter 5.

ZOOMFREQUENCY

BTM.LOCK A-SCOPE

AUTO GC Z H

200kHz

50kHz

200kHz

50kHz

200kHz

50kHz

SPLIT

ZOOMFREQUENCY

BTM.LOCK A-SCOPE

AUTO GC Z H

80 6.8

27.2

200kHz

50kHz

SPLIT

Split Frequency Split Frequency with A-Scope

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