ADDENDUM USER MANUAL LBV300S-6, LBV300XL & LBV600XL DOCS-004 Rev C The information, photographs, illustrations and descriptions contained in this manual are the property of SeaBotix Inc. Unauthorized duplication and distribution is strictly forbidden. Additionally, SeaBotix Inc. reserves the right to alter any and all information contained in this manual. Head Office: SeaBotix Inc., 2877 Historic Decatur Road STE 100, San Diego, CA 92106 USA +1 (619) 450-4000 Australia Office: SeaBotix Inc. Australia Pty Ltd.8A Sparks Road, Henderson, WA 6166, Australia +61 (0)8 9437-5400 2009 by SeaBotix, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Contents Section 1: The LBV... 1 Section 2: Bumper Frame and Float Removal... 3 Section 3: Care and Troubleshooting of the Fiber Optic Cable.... 4 3.1 Data Communications error, and or loss of video.... 5 3.2 No Link... 7 Section 4: URS350 or URS750 REEL... 8 DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300S-6 Rev C - 18 Mar 09
The LBV300-6 and LBV600-6 systems have a 1200W vehicle power supply. SeaBotix Inc. developed the SPS3000 to provide reliable power for operating the LBV, and for overcoming tether power loss for tethers of up to 1km. Please refer to the SeaBotix Inc.SPS3000 User Guide for information, settings, usage and operational features. Section 1: The LBV The LBV should always be handled by the bumper frame only. Utilize the cutouts as shown below to handle the LBV. Do not utilize the thruster guards, the thrusters, or any other attached devices as they are not designed to handle the weight of the LBV in the air. ALWAYS LIFT THE LBV BY THE HANDLE HOLES PROVIDED. 1.1 The LBV300XL and LBV600XL have been equipped with a 1200 watt Vehicle Power Supply (VPS). This VPS is designed for water cooling. NEVER OPERATE THE LBV OUT OF THE WATER FOR MORE THAN 15 MINUTES AT A TIME. Failure to follow this direction may cause the VPS to fail. DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300S-6 Rev C - 18 Mar 09 Page 1 of 8
1.2 The basic construction of the LBV300-6 and the LBV600-6 is the same as that of the LBV150. The communications and video transfer takes place via a fiber optic line inside the tether. 1.3 To trim the weight on the LBV, use the lead strip mounting locations as shown above. (blue arrows) 1.4 Always trim your LBV for the water in which you will be flying it. Proper trim facilitates LBV control and extends thruster life. DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300-6 and LBV600-6 Rev C 12APR10 Page 2 of 8
Section 2: Bumper Frame and Float Removal Float Mounted Devices 2.1 Remove any float mounted devices such as SONAR and tracking. 2.2 Place the LBV on its top. 2.3 Remove the (3) M5 button head screws holding the bumper frame to the float and remove the M6 nut holding it to the camera chassis end cap. 2.4 The two external thrusters are attached on the inside of the LBV. Lay each bumper frame to the side. 2.5 Use the service manual instructions for removing a body float to remove the LBV float. 2.6 Remove the cables from the aux 1 and aux 2 connections on the backplane. This procedure now frees the bumper frames from the LBV. Assembly and disassembly instructions are identical to the instructions on the SeaBotix Inc. web site for assembly and disassembly of the LBV150. LBV600 series vehilces have a special power can that is not discussed in this document. Go to www.seabotix.com for more information if necessary Bumper Frame Securing Screws and Nut DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300-6 and LBV600-6 Rev C 12APR10 Page 3 of 8
Section 3: Care and Troubleshooting of the Fiber Optic Cable. Fiber Optic Line Power Connector While SeaBotix Inc. has made every attempt to provide strength around the fiber optic line, care MUST be taken to ensure a long lasting dependable connection. WHEN CONNECTING THE TETHER TO THE LBV, ATTACH THE SHACKLE FIRST, THEN CONNECT THE FIBER OPTIC LINE, FOLLOWED BY THE POWER CABLE. WHEN DISCONNECTING THE TETHER FROM THE LBV, DISCONNECT THE POWER CONNECTOR FIRST, FOLLOWED BY THE FIBER OPTIC CONNECTOR, AND THEN THE SHACKLE. REPLACE ALL PROTECTIVE COVERS AND CAPS. 3.0.1 Never place bends of less than 150mm (6 ) dia. on the fiber optic lines or the tether. 3.0.2 When operation of the LBV is complete, rinse both the fiber and power connectors with fresh water. 3.0.3 Always dry the end of the fiber connector before installing the protective boot cap. 3.0.4 Always ensure that the fiber bulkhead connector on the LBV is dry prior to connecting the tethers fiber connector. 3.0.5 Do not use sharp objects to clean out the fiber connector. It is ok to just blow the water out with low pressure (less than 1 bar,) air. Canned computer dusting air is a suitable source for the low pressure air. 3.0.6 Do not pull the LBV by the fiber optic line. 3.0.7 When placing the reel into the shipping case, make sure that the fiber line is secure so it, and will not be damaged when the transit case lid is closed. DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300-6 and LBV600-6 Rev C 12APR10 Page 4 of 8
3.0.8 When connected correctly, the fiber connector locking sleeve will be seated almost flush to the bulkhead. Correct Seating Incorrect Seating Connector Key 3.0.9 If the connector does not fully seat, visually inspect for the following problems: 1. The ID key is not aligned correctly 2. Water in the bulkhead connector 3. Foreign object or debris in the bulkhead. 3.1 Data Communications error, and or loss of video. The image on the next page is the Local Fiber Optic Board, (PCA039) mounted in the Pull Out Hub of the Universal Reel System. By component layout, it is identical to the board mounted in the camera chassis of the LBV. The part number for the LBV board is PCA038 for reference. DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300-6 and LBV600-6 Rev C 12APR10 Page 5 of 8
6 7 2 Fiber Transceiver 5 3 4 Power Connection 1 1. Power LED LED ON (GREEN) indicates that the board has 4.5 to 5.5 VDC supply voltage present. 2. Link Ready LED When LED is on (GREEN) this indicates that there is a valid optical link established. When off, this indicates that the optical link is lost, e.g. insufficient optical power, or bad frames. 3. Video LED When LED is on (GREEN) this indicates that there is a valid video signal (sync signal exist) 4. Channel 1 RS 485 RX IN (RED) Channel 1 RS 485 TX OUT (GREEN) Solid RED indicates HIGH state No Data Blinking RED indicates NORMAL state Data Solid GREEN indicates HIGH state No Data Blinking GREEN indicates NORMAL state Data 5. Channel 2 RS 485 RX IN (RED) Solid RED indicates HIGH state No Data Blinking RED indicates NORMAL state Data 6. Channel 3 RS 232 RX IN (RED) LBV Control. Solid RED indicates HIGH state No Data. Check RS-232 GND Pin 1 connection. LED OFF indicates LOW state No Data Check wire connections Blinking RED indicates NORMAL state Data 7. Channel 4 RS 232 RX IN (RED) SONAR Solid RED indicates HIGH state No Data Blinking RED indicates NORMAL state Data Channel 2 RS 485 TX OUT (GREEN) Solid GREEN indicates HIGH state No Data Blinking GREEN indicates NORMAL state Data Channel 3 RS 232 TX OUT (GREEN) LBV Control. Solid GREEN indicates HIGH state No Data Blinking GREEN indicates NORMAL state Data Channel 4 RS 232 TX OUT (GREEN) Solid GREEN indicates HIGH state No Data Blinking GREEN indicates NORMAL state Data DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300-6 and LBV600-6 Rev C 12APR10 Page 6 of 8
Please refer to your LBV configuration to determine which channels are utilized on your LBV. 3.2 No Link If you receive no link indications, the issue is possibly in the tether itself. To test, disconnect the fiber from the LBV, remove the Pull Out Hub from the reel, and disconnect the fiber optic cable. Use a high intensity white light, LED flashlight or similar, to shine light from end to end. NOTE: The fiber optic connector must be centered over the light source for this test to work. Light shining into the wet end (FC) connector of the tether. Light shining, Fiber OK No Light Bad Fiber If there is no light transmission, the fiber optic cable inside the tether is damaged. At this point, you will need to get access to a fiber optic TDR (Time Delay Reflectometer) to determine at what point in the tether the damage has occurred. SeaBotix Inc. does offer a Fiber Optic Re-termination Kit to allow the user to complete this repair in the field. Please contact service@seabotix.com to assist in identifying the proper kit for your application. A ST-ST fiber optic cable can be utilized to verify that the issue is in the tether itself. To perform this verification, insert one end of the ST fiber cable into the FC connector on the rear of the LBV and install the other end onto the connector on the MUX hub. Leave the wet mateable connector and the silver ODU connector for POWER connected. Turn the LBV on. If the LBV operates correctly at this point, the issue is a faulty fiber in the tether itself. DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300-6 and LBV600-6 Rev C 12APR10 Page 7 of 8
Section 4: URS350 or URS750 REEL Reel Handle Thumb lever 4.1 The URS reel is water resistant. However, DO NOT immerse it in water! 4.2 To unlock the reel Handle, gently rotate the black thumb lever located in the center of the handle and pull the handle straight back from the reel. Use this same procedure to remove the handle from the handle holder. 4.3 Avoid lifting the reel by the chrome bars. ALWAYS USE AT LEAST TWO PEOPLE TO LIFT THE REEL ALWAYS SECURE THE REEL TO THE DECK OR THE DOCK. UNDER HIGH LOAD CONDITIONS, MONITOR THE TEMPERATURE OF THE TETHER ON THE REEL. IF IT STARTS GETTING WARM, POUR COOL WATER OVER THE TETHER EVERY FEW MINUTES. If you have any questions or comments, Please call Customer Service at (619) 450-4000 x 124. DOCS-004 Manual, LBV300-6 and LBV600-6 Rev C 12APR10 Page 8 of 8