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Echotrac E20
Singlebeam Echosounder
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Version: 4
Teledyne Odom Hydrographic
Teledyne RESON A/S

Fabriksvangen 13
3550 Slangerup
Denmark
Telephone: +45 47 38 00 22 Fax: +45 47 38 00 66
www.teledynemarine.com/odom-hydrographic/
Number of pages: 56
Date: 5 July 2019
REVISION HISTORY
Version Date Author Remarks
1 25 Mar 2019 A Moeller Initial release
2 3 Jun 2019 A Moeller 0.4: PN 1014481-DK cable added; quantity changed to 2 for
PNs 1012317-DK and 1012775-DK.
2.1: Ping rate updated.
A.2: Drawing of cable assy PARTD20639 added. Part numbers
added to table and below drawings.
3 25 Jun 2019 A. Moeller 0.4: PN 1012317-DK and 1012320-DK descriptions elaborated.
2.3: Supported transducers in table 3 updated and expanded.
4 5 Jul 2019 A. Moeller 2.2.1: Cross-reference to App. C added; CV200 Heave removed.
7.3: Default COM port settings and tab name corrected.
NEW: App. C Serial Output String Formats.
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CONTENTS
0 Preface.............................................................................................................................................7
0.1 Document Conventions ...........................................................................................................7
0.2 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes ...............................................................................................7
0.3 Glossary ...................................................................................................................................7
0.4 Inventory .................................................................................................................................9
1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................11
1.1 System Overview ...................................................................................................................11
1.2 System Architecture ..............................................................................................................11
1.3 Main Features........................................................................................................................12
1.4 Typical Applications ...............................................................................................................12
2 Product Description .......................................................................................................................13
2.1 Specifications.........................................................................................................................13
2.1 Performance ..........................................................................................................................14
2.2 Standard Data Products.........................................................................................................15
2.2.1 Depth Output via Serial and Ethernet............................................................................15
2.2.2 Echograms .....................................................................................................................15
2.3 Supported Transducers..........................................................................................................16
2.4 Supported Auxiliary Sensors ..................................................................................................17
2.5 CE Marking.............................................................................................................................18
3 Safety Precautions .........................................................................................................................19
3.1 Operator Safety .....................................................................................................................19
3.2 Equipment Safety ..................................................................................................................19
3.3 Safe Disposal of Waste (WEEE Directive)...............................................................................20
4 Installation .....................................................................................................................................21
4.1 Echotrac E20 Mounting .........................................................................................................21
4.2 Echotrac E20 ..........................................................................................................................22
4.2.1 Rear Panel Cable Connections .......................................................................................22
4.2.2 Front Panel.....................................................................................................................23
4.3 Transducer Installation ..........................................................................................................24
4.3.1 Through Hull ..................................................................................................................24
4.3.2 Hull Mount.....................................................................................................................25
4.3.3 Sea Chest .......................................................................................................................25
4.3.4 Over the Side .................................................................................................................25
4.4 Transducer Configuration in SBES UI .....................................................................................26
4.4.1 Transducer Configuration ..............................................................................................26

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4.4.2 Auxiliary Sensors............................................................................................................27
5 Operation.......................................................................................................................................28
5.1 Get Started ............................................................................................................................28
5.2 Operation Modes...................................................................................................................28
5.2.1 Automatic ......................................................................................................................29
5.2.2 Semi Auto.......................................................................................................................29
5.2.3 Manual...........................................................................................................................30
6 The Echotrac E20 in Action ............................................................................................................31
6.1 Operation Modes...................................................................................................................31
6.2 Interference Considerations ..................................................................................................31
6.2.1 Cavitation.......................................................................................................................31
6.2.2 Machinery Noise ............................................................................................................32
6.2.3 Electrical Noise...............................................................................................................32
6.2.4 Interference from Other Echosounder Systems ............................................................32
6.2.5 Speed .............................................................................................................................32
6.2.6 Air Bubbles.....................................................................................................................32
6.2.7 Environment ..................................................................................................................33
7 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................34
7.1 The Echotrac E20 does not seem to be working....................................................................34
7.2 The Echotrac E20 power LED is off ........................................................................................34
7.3 What are the COM port settings?..........................................................................................34
7.4 Known problems with Transducer.........................................................................................34
8 Handling and Maintenance ...........................................................................................................35
8.1 Echotrac E20 ..........................................................................................................................35
8.1.1 Handling.........................................................................................................................35
8.1.2 Maintenance..................................................................................................................35
8.1.3 Recovery ........................................................................................................................35
8.1.4 E20 Software Update .....................................................................................................35
8.2 Transducer .............................................................................................................................37
8.2.1 Handling.........................................................................................................................37
8.2.2 Maintenance..................................................................................................................37
8.3 Power/Data Cable..................................................................................................................38
8.3.1 Handling.........................................................................................................................38
8.3.2 Maintenance..................................................................................................................38
Appendix A – Reference Documentation.........................................................................................39
A.1 Echotrac E20 Documentation ................................................................................................39
A.2 Echotrac E20 Design Documents ...........................................................................................39
A.3 Licenses – Copyright Information ..........................................................................................44
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Appendix B – Cable Connectors.......................................................................................................46
B.1 TX1 and TX2 ...........................................................................................................................46
B.2 COM Ports..............................................................................................................................46
B.3 SYNC.......................................................................................................................................46
B.4 Power.....................................................................................................................................46
B.5 LAN ........................................................................................................................................47
Appendix C – Serial Output String Formats .....................................................................................48
C.1 Echotrac SBT (for depth)........................................................................................................48
C.2 Echotrac DBT (for depth) .......................................................................................................48
C.3 DESO25 (for depth)................................................................................................................49
C.4 NMEA 0183 (for depth) .........................................................................................................50
C.5 DESO DDV (for heave, draft, and sound velocity)..................................................................50
C.6 Echotrac DBX (for Universal message)...................................................................................51
Appendix D – System Options ..........................................................................................................53
D.1 Extended Warranty Contract.................................................................................................53
D.2 Service Level Agreement .......................................................................................................53
Appendix E – Warranty Information................................................................................................54
E.1 One Year Limited Warranty ...................................................................................................54
E.2 Exclusions ..............................................................................................................................54
E.3 Warranty Limitations .............................................................................................................54
E.4 Servicing During Warranty Period .........................................................................................54
Appendix F – Support and Service...................................................................................................55
F.1 Support ..................................................................................................................................55
F.2 Returning Goods for Service ..................................................................................................55
FIGURES
Figure 1: Echotrac E20 Singlebeam Echosounder System .....................................................................11
Figure 2: Echotrac E20 Singlebeam Echosounder System Configuration ..............................................11
Figure 3: E20 depth performance..........................................................................................................14
Figure 4: Echotrac E20 – Cooling ...........................................................................................................21
Figure 5: Echotrac E20 rear panel cable connections............................................................................22
Figure 6: Transducer mounted through the hull ...................................................................................24
Figure 7: Transducer mounted over the side ........................................................................................25
Figure 8: Operation modes....................................................................................................................28
Figure 9: Echotrac E20 outline...............................................................................................................40
Figure 10: Serial cable (PN 1014481-DK) ...............................................................................................41
Figure 11: Converter transducer cable (optional component, PN 1013713-DK)...................................42
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Figure 12: Extender transducer cable (optional component, PN 1013700-DK) ....................................43
TABLES
Table 1: Standard scope of delivery ........................................................................................................9
Table 2: Optional components ................................................................................................................9
Table 3: Supported transducers ............................................................................................................16
Table 4: Supported auxiliary sensors.....................................................................................................17
Table 5: WPFDXInterop – Copyright Information..........................................................................44
Table 6: DirectXTK – Copyright Information..................................................................................44
Table 7: Json.NET – Copyright Information ....................................................................................44
Table 8: mvvmlight – Copyright Information..................................................................................44
Table 9: SharpAvi – Copyright Information....................................................................................45
Table 10: Math.NET – Copyright Information..................................................................................45
Table 11: Echotrac SBT ..........................................................................................................................48
Table 12: Echotrac DBT with One Frequency Active .............................................................................48
Table 13: Echotrac DBT with Both Frequencies Active..........................................................................49
Table 14: DESO25 with One Frequency Active ......................................................................................49
Table 15: NMEA 0183 DBS.....................................................................................................................50
Table 16: DESO DDV Heave ...................................................................................................................50
Table 17: DESO DDV Draft .....................................................................................................................51
Table 18: DESO DDV Sound Velocity .....................................................................................................51
Table 19: Echotrac DBX..........................................................................................................................52

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PREFACE
0 PREFACE
This Operator's Manual provides detailed procedures for the correct installation, operation, and
maintenance of the Echotrac E20 Singlebeam Echosounder system.
Before the system is operated for the first time, it is recommended that users familiarize themselves
with the contents of this manual to ensure optimal system performance.
If you require additional information or need clarification of any part of this document, please contact
Customer Support for assistance at reson-support@teledyne.com.
0.1 Document Conventions

Hyperlink Indicates a hyperlinked cross-reference. Click the word to be taken to the specified
reference point.
Numbered list Indicates stepwise instructions to be followed in a particular order.
Bulleted list Indicates items of a list without any particular order.
0.2 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Throughout the manual the following definitions apply and in the format shown.
Warnings alert the user to potential harm to personnel. Ignoring warnings may lead
to injury, health hazards, or death.
Cautions alert the user to improper use of the system. Ignoring cautions may lead to
accidental damage to the equipment or loss of data.
Notes provide additional system or operating information not related to the safety of
personnel or equipment.
If you require additional information or need clarification of any part of this document, please contact
the customer support hotline at +45 20 999 088 (Europe) or +1 805 233 3900 (US).
0.3 Glossary
Entry Definition
1PPS One pulse per second (the same as PPS)
BITE Built-In Test Environment
BW bandwidth
CE Conformité Européenne
COM serial port interface (communication port)
CW continuous wave
DGPS Differential Global Positioning Systems
E20 Echotrac E20 echosounder
ER extended range
FM frequency modulation
GPS Global Positioning System

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Entry Definition
IHO International Hydrographic Organization
IP IP Code, Ingress Protection Rating is a classification system that rates to what
degree an enclosure is protected against the intrusion of solid objects (incl. dust)
and water.
LAN local area network
LED light-emitting diode
LINZ Land Information New Zealand
N/A Not available or not applicable
RMA Return Material Authorization
RX receiver
SBES singlebeam echosounder
SL source level
SVP Sound Velocity Probe
SYNC synchronization
TBD To Be Defined
TVG Time Varied Gain
TX transmitter
UI user interface
VDC volts direct current

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0.4 Inventory
Table 1: Standard scope of delivery
Description Quantity
Echotrac E20, single channel or 1
Echotrac E20, dual channel or
Echotrac E20-ER extended range, dual channel
Part number Description Quantity

1013730-DK Shipping case with handles, E20 and accessories, 585x361x238mm, 6kg 1
SB9999/00057 Cable, power, 230 volt, EU standard, 2.5m 1
88100610 Cable, power, 230 volt, UK standard, 2.5m, black, w. ground 1
60000002 Cable, power, 3-Cond NEMA5-15P TO IEC Feller 2.0m 1
1013300-DK Cable assembly, AC/DC (mains / 24V) power supply with 7/8 connector 1
with 3 pins
1012776-DK Cable assembly, DC power supply, singlebeam, 7/8 male to crimpring, 1
5m
1012734-DK Cable assembly, Ethernet RJ45 metal plug screw with protection cap, to 1
standard RJ45, 5m
1014481-DK Cable assembly, M12-A, 4-pin male to DSub 9-pin female, 2m 2
Cable Assy, M12A 4 P male to DSub 9 P Female X=2m
1012635-DK Bag, zipper, neoprene, light blue 250x200x8mm, TELEDYNE MARINE 1
logo and www
1012317-DK Connectors for Serial and Sync (M12-A, 4-pin) with protection cap 2
CONN,CIRC,SCREW,M12,4p,250V,4A,STRAIGHT M, for cable mount,
CL3 (reference M12-A connector 4 pole male, e.g. GT271154-31040)
1012775-DK Dust caps for serial connector 2
CONN,CIRC,M12,M,DustCap,Cap Plastic for M12 male end, with lanyard
1012320-DK Connectors for Transducers 7/8” with 5 pins with dust caps 2
CONN,CIRC,SCREW,7/8,5p,600V,8A,STRAIGHT M, for cable mount
(7/8“ connector 5 pole male, e.g. GT272254-32050)
1012767-DK Cable Assy,DustCap Plastic for 7/8 male end with cord, 120mm 2
1013728-DK Memory stick, USB - for manuals and SW, Echotrac E20 1
1013740-DK Quick Reference Guide, Echotrac E20 1
1013832-DK Quick Start Guide, SBES User Interface 1
Table 2: Optional components

Part number Description
1013713-DK Cable Assy, Converter transducer cable, 7/8 5 pole male to mill spec 5 pole
female(PT01J-14-5S), 40cm
Enables connection of transducers with military connector (CV100/200/300/MKIII
standard) to the Echotrac E20 (7/8" 5 pole).
1013700-DK Cable Assy, Extender transducer cable, 7/8 5 pole male to 7/8 5 pole female, 25m
Please contact Teledyne Marine for consultancy on our available transducers, DGPS
position and motion sensors, sound velocity profilers, or specialized hydrographic software
solutions.
For a list of typically used items, see Appendix D – System Options.

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INTRODUCTION
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 System Overview

The Echotrac E20 Singlebeam Echosounder is a dual or single-channel echosounder. The Echotrac
E20 is addressing the need for a more compact echosounder for classical day-to-day hydrography on
a vessel of opportunity or as a fixed installation on a survey boat. The system is portable, ruggedized,
and watertight.
Figure 1: Echotrac E20 Singlebeam Echosounder System
1.2 System Architecture

A typical Echotrac E20 survey system consists of the following main components:
o Echotrac E20 singlebeam echosounder

o Transducer
o DGPS sensor, heave sensor
o Sound velocity profiler
o Laptop with SBES UI and hydrographic software
Wet End Dry End
Position/ Computer
Time/ with SBES UI
GPS and optional
hydrographic software
HF/LF
1 dual-frequency
transducer
Echosounder
or
2 single-frequency
transducers
Figure 2: Echotrac E20 Singlebeam Echosounder System Configuration

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1.3 Main Features

o Bottom detection: The Echotrac E20 provides the most reliable and robust bottom tracking
available for precise and repeatable survey results. Its bottom tracking algorithms are based
on our multibeam and singlebeam experience and relies on the proven technology from
SeaBat, Echotrac, ParaSound, and HydroSweep sonars.
o Built-In-Test-Environment (BITE): The BITE is an integral part of the sonar processing unit,
which monitors the status of the internal electronic sub-systems and wet-end units. The BITE
function is designed to inform the operator that the system is performing normally and,
therefore, that vessel time is being utilized effectively. In the event of any errors, the operator
is informed immediately for prompt troubleshooting.
o Dual channel: The Echotrac E20 dual-channel echosounder offers the full flexibility for
simultaneous two-channel survey operation in shallow waters.
o Extended Range (ER): If deeper water surveys are required, or in environments, where more
acoustic power is required, the Echotrac E20-ER provides all the power you need, enabling
survey down to 6000m, a max. output of 2-3kW (depending on transducer) and longer chirped
pulses.
o SBES User Interface: Intuitive user-friendly operator software.
o Standard data output: The Echotrac E20 provides bathymetry and echogram data in a
standard format for easy interfacing.
o Automatic operation mode: Based on the reflectivity of the seabed this mode automatically
optimizes all sonar settings. The Automatic mode maximizes the ping rate and optimizes
other sonar settings for bathymetry data acquisition by ensuring that returning echoes are not
saturated. The Automatic mode is designed to reduce operator workload and skill level
requirements, and thus reduce risk of operator error.
1.4 Typical Applications

o As-built surveys o Hydrographic surveys to IHO, LINZ, and U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers standards
o Coastal mapping
o Pre- and post-dredging and condition surveys
o Environmental research
o River surveys
o Habitat mapping
o Site clearance surveys
o Harbor mapping

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Stated accuracies and depth ranges are frequency and transducer dependent and may be
impacted by other auxiliary equipment, environmental conditions, vessel installation, and motion.
2.1 Specifications
Parameters Single channel Dual channel Dual channel ER
Operating frequency 10-250kHz per channel
Channel Single1 Dual: HF channel optimized for 50-250kHz2
LF channel optimized for 10-50kHz3
Ping rate Up to 50 pings/s
Pulse type CW CW CW and FM (chirp)
Pulse length Fully variable from 1 cycle upwards (e.g. 1ms, 5000W, 20-50kHz, 50 Ohm)
Bandwidth Max. 45kHz
Data output Via LAN interface:
For each channel the measured depth and full amplitude-time echogram, passed
through auxiliary sensor data, s7k data protocol.
Via serial port:
For each channel the measured depth
DC power supply 10-30VDC
AC power supply4 100-230VAC
Power consumption Max. 100W
Transducer interfaces Impedance: minimum 50 Ohm
Max power: 15W per channel RMS
Connection:
 Single-connector TX1 for dual transducer
 Two separate connectors TX1 and TX2 for separate transducer cables
Interfaces 3 serial connectors (RS-232):
 Input: GPS position and time, heave, motion, heading
 Output: depth
1 Ethernet LAN connector
1 sync connector (NA; will be available with upcoming firmware updates)
Dimensions Height: 83.0mm
Width: 300.0mm
Depth: 221.0mm
Weight 5.7kg (excl. external cables and transducers)
Temperature Operating: -20ºC to +55ºC
Storage: -30ºC to +70ºC
Ingress protection IP67 (dust tight and watertight under immersion up to 1m in depth for 30 min.)
Vibration Complies with standard EN 60945 $ 8.7
Drop Complies with standard EN 60945 $ 8.6
1 The E20 SC single channel can utilize both channels, but not at the same time.
2 Frequency range below 50kHz is suppressed for improved signal-to-noise ratio at the high-frequency band. A
utilization of the HF for low-frequency transducers is possible with reduced performance.
3 Frequency range above 50kHz is suppressed for improved signal-to-noise ratio of low-frequency band. A
utilization of the LF for high-frequency transducers is possible with reduced performance

4 External AC power is for dry installation (not IP67 compliant).

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2.1 Performance
Parameters Single channel Dual channel Dual channel ER
Accuracy 2cm +/- 0.1% of depth @ 200kHz
10cm +/- 0.1% of depth @ 33kHz
15cm +/- 0.1% of depth @12kHz
Resolution Max. 1cm @ 200kHz
Max. 5cm @ 33kHz
Max. 15cm @12kHz
Min. depth range 0.5m @ 200kHz
1.0m @ 33kHz
3.0m @ 12kHz
Max. depth range 250m @ 200kHz 400m @ 200kHz
1000m @ 33kHz 3000m @ 33kHz
1000m @ 12kHz 6000m @ 12kHz
Figure 3: E20 depth performance5
5The depth values are based on the performance of TC2122 for 200 and 33kHz, and HM210/12-8/20 for 12kHz.
Stated depth ranges may be impacted by environmental conditions, vessel installation, and motion
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2.2 Standard Data Products
2.2.1 Depth Output via Serial and Ethernet

The Echotrac E20 is capable of generating ASCII depth data messages on its serial port COM3. Only
s7k protocol output is currently generated on the Ethernet connection.
The following depth data messages are supported by the Echotrac E20:
o Depth
 Echotrac SBT
Example: “<sp>et<sp><sp>54321<CR>”
 Echotrac DBT
Example: “<sp>ETOL<sp>54321<CR>”
 DESO25
 NMEA 0183: $SDDBS
Example: “$SDDBS, 3.3,f,1.9,M,0.6,F*AB“
o Motion
 DESO DDV Heave
Example: “DH01.23<sp>m<CR><LF>“
o Draft
 DESO DDV Draft
o Sound velocity
 DESO DDV Sound Velocity
o Universal message
 Echotrac DBX
Example: “$DBX,2019-09-30T205959.999,2,00123.999,-216.14,00.950,00124.321,-
218.14,01.100,1,-002.230,1,1435.98<CR><LF>”
For details, see Appendix C – Serial Output String Formats.
2.2.2 Echograms
The Echotrac E20 provides raw data of both channels on Ethernet, in s7k format, including all
auxiliary sensor data of sensors connected to the echosounder.
o The raw echogram information is in full resolution of sampling rate.

o The data of all auxiliary sensors connected to the E20, such as Heave and GPS, are provided
in the s7k record in full resolution as well.
o Acoustic basic information, such as used transmit pulses, basic echosounder settings,
operation modes, and receive gain, is part of the s7k record as well, to allow receiving
software to interpret the raw echogram values in a meaningful way.

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2.3 Supported Transducers

The Echotrac E20 can generally be adapted to a wide range of transducers. Performance and
features of the singlebeam echosounder depends on the selected transducer. The selectable
transducers are listed in Table 3.
For installation, see section 4.3 Transducer Installation.

For configuration, see section 4.4 Transducer Configuration in SBES UI.
Table 3: Supported transducers

Name High freq. Low freq. Description
SINGLE FREQUENCY
Odom FMBB200-9 200kHz, 9° 200kHz, 9°, flange mount, M194 housing
Odom HM12-20-T198 12kHz, 20° 12kHz, 20°, hull mount, T198 housing
Odom SMBB200-9 200kHz, 9° 200kHz, 9°, stainless steel, stem mount,
SS510-2 housing
Odom SMBB200-3 200kHz, 3° 200kHz, 3°, stainless steel, stem mount,
SS549 housing
Odom SMSW200-4A 200kHz, 5° 200kHz, 5°, stem mount, shallow water,
SS538 housing
Odom TM24-20 24kHz, 20° 24kHz, 20°, tank mount, M192-2 housing
Odom TM33-19 33kHz, 19° 33kHz, 19°, tank mount, M192-6 housing
RESON TC2003 200kHz, 3° 200kHz, 3°
RESON TC2024 200kHz, 9.5° 200kHz, 9.5°, shallow water
Airmar SS510 200kHz 200kHz, 8° 200kHz, 8°, shallow water
Airmar M192-2 24kHz 24kHz, 24° 24kHz, 24°
Airmar M192-6 33kHz 33kHz, 19° 33kHz, 19°
Airmar M194 200kHz 200kHz, 8° 200kHz, 8°
Neptune T198 12kHz, 20° 12kHz, 20°, deep water, hull mount
DUAL FREQUENCY
Odom HM200/12-8/20 200kHz, 8° 12kHz, 20° 200/12kHz, 8/20°, hull mount, T197 housing
Odom HM210/12-8/20 210kHz, 7.5° 12kHz, 20° 210/12kHz, 7.5/20°, hull mount, T196 housing
Odom HMBB200/24-4/20 200kHz, 4° 24kHz, 20° 200/24kHz, 4/20°, hull mount, M175-2 housing
Odom OTS200/33-8/23 200kHz, 8° 33kHz, 23° 200/33kHz, 8/23°, over the side, M191
housing
Odom OTSBB200/24-4/20 200kHz, 4° 24kHz, 20° 200/24kHz, 4/20°, over the side, M42 housing
Odom OTSBB200/33-5/23 200kHz, 5° 33kHz, 23° 200/33kHz, 5/23°, over the side, M177-2
housing
Odom THP200/24-4/20 200kHz, 4° 24kHz, 20° 200/24kHz, 4/20°, tank, hull, pole, M108
housing
RESON TC2122 200kHz, 10° 33kHz, 22° 200/33kHz, 10/22°
RESON TC2178 200kHz, 9.5° 33kHz, 22° 200/33kHz, 9.5/22°, hydrodynamic, over the
side applications

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Name High freq. Low freq. Description

Airmar M42-200/24 200kHz, 5° 24kHz, 20° 200/24kHz, 5/20°
Airmar M177-200/33 200kHz, 8° 33kHz, 23° 200/33kHz, 8/23°
Airmar M191 200/33 200kHz, 7° 33kHz, 23° 200/33kHz, 7/23°
Airmar M563 35/100 100kHz, 10° 35kHz, 12° 100/35kHz, 10/12°
Neptune T196 210kHz, 7.5° 12kHz, 20° 210/12kHz, 7.5/20°, deep water, hull mount
Neptune T197 200kHz, 8° 12kHz, 20° 200/12kHz, 8/20°
2.4 Supported Auxiliary Sensors

Table 4: Supported auxiliary sensors
Position/Time Motion6
TSS1
NMEA GGA EM1000
NMEA GLL EM3000
Up to 10Hz sample rate Up to 50Hz sample rate
6 Only the heave component is used by the E20.

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2.5 CE Marking
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We Teledyne RESON A/S

Fabriksvangen 13
3550 Slangerup
Denmark
in accordance with the following directive(s):
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
2014/35/EU Low Voltage (LVD)
hereby declare that the following equipment:
Echotrac E20 singlebeam echosounder (single channel, dual channel, extended range dual channel)
is in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following standards:

REF. NO. TITLE EDITION/DATE
EN 60945 Maritime navigation and radio communication equipment and systems - 2002
§9 and §10 General requirements - Methods of testing and required test results.
EN 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, 2010
and laboratory use - Part 1: General requirements.
I hereby declare that the equipment named above has been designed to comply with the relevant sections of the
above referenced specifications. The unit complies with all applicable essential requirements of the directives.
Location: Slangerup, Denmark
Date:
Name:
Position:
22 February 2019
Ole Søe-Pedersen
VP & Group General Manager Document No.

19
CERT19899
Signature:

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Teledyne assumes no liability if this product is operated in an unsafe manner.
Use of the equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may affect
warranty situation (see Appendix E – Warranty Information).
3.1 Operator Safety

The Echotrac E20 system should be handled with attention to operator safety as well as protection of
the hardware components. General precautions include:
o Do not connect or disconnect cables with the power on.

o Do not attempt to open and service the E20 echosounder without specific instructions from
Teledyne Marine.
o Do not attempt to open and service the transducer.
Exposure to high-energy acoustic transmission, even outside the audible frequency

range, may cause severe health injury.
Avoid direct exposure to acoustic transmission:

- Wear hearing protection while in same room during higher energy tests.
- Make sure not to be in direction of sound transmission or directly behind the
transmitter during emission.
Hearing protection must be worn when in the vicinity of low frequency high power
transducers to avoid any hearing loss.
This icon on any of the components implies hazardous voltage on output connection.
3.2 Equipment Safety

Use appropriate discretion when handling the system components. The following list includes general
precautions:
o Inspect each transit case or shipping box for physical damage prior to opening, and each
component for physical damage before installation.
o Use original shipping boxes to provide adequate packaging and shock absorption when
shipping or storing the equipment.
o Be careful to lift the equipment correctly, as it may be heavy.
o Do not drop the equipment.
o Do not connect or disconnect cables at the rear of the E20 while the unit is running. This can
damage the internal workings.
o Do not scratch the transducer. Place the unit on a clean surface and away from items that
may damage it.
o Do not lift the equipment by the cables.
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o Do not bend cables beyond the recommended limits.

o Do not exceed operating and storage temperature limits.
o Unused connectors should be sealed with dummy plugs.
o Do not place any objects on top of the E20 and do not expose the unit to direct sunshine, as
this may cause the unit to overheat.
3.3 Safe Disposal of Waste (WEEE Directive)

The use of the logo to the left indicates that this product is subject to directive
2012/19/EU, known as the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive.
The WEEE Directive specifies that used electric/electronic equipment may not be
treated as household waste, but must be sorted separately for disposal. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help protect the environment.
For more details about the recycling of this product, please contact your local authority, your
household waste disposal service provider, or Customer Support at reson-support@teledyne.com.

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INSTALLATION
4 INSTALLATION
4.1 Echotrac E20 Mounting

The Echotrac E20 is a flexible unit designed for tabletop or rack mounting. The outer cabinet of the
Echotrac E20 is covered with EPDM rubber, which protects the unit from small bumps etc. and gives
the unit a non-slip surface.
o Mount the Echotrac E20 within easy reach of operator workstation connections, interconnect
cables, and power switch.
 Tabletop mounting: Place on a flat surface at a safe distance from edge.
 Rack mounting: Use the four holes on the bottom of the unit to secure it to a plate to
be placed in the rack (see Figure 9: Echotrac E20 outline).
o Allow clearance around the unit to provide adequate air circulation.
The unit has an external passive cooling system in the form of a top surface made up of fins
for effective heat transfer.
Figure 4: Echotrac E20 – Cooling
Do not place any objects on top of the E20 and do not expose the unit to direct
sunshine, as this may cause the unit to overheat.

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4.2 Echotrac E20
4.2.1 Rear Panel Cable Connections

All dry-end cables provided by Teledyne Odom Hydrographic come with factory-installed connectors
to be attached at the appropriate port(s) on the rear panel of the Echotrac E20.
Do not disconnect any cables from the rear of the Echotrac E20 while the unit is
running. This can damage the internal workings of the unit.
The critical connections are clearly marked on the unit and shown in Figure 5.
Connector Description
Grounding Protective earth screw for equipotential connection
LAN Gigabit Ethernet
COM1, COM2, COM3, Serial port for external sensors and serial sounding data
each with status LED  Yellow, flashing: Data is transmitted
 Green, flashing: Data is received
SYNC with status LED Connector for external trigger input and/or output of external trigger signal
 Yellow, flashing: Data is transmitted
 Green, flashing: Data is received
TX1 Transducer connection, one or two channels can be connected
TX2 Transducer connection, one or two channels can be connected
Power DC power supply: 10-30VDC, max. 100W
Figure 5: Echotrac E20 rear panel cable connections
For safety purposes, the Echotrac E20 must be connected to protective earth. The
protective earth pin in the DC connector is the protective conductor terminal of E20.
The LEDs for the SYNC port and the three COM ports will only be lit, when the E20 is
connected to power.

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INSTALLATION
To disconnect the cables from the E20, first

unscrew the locking sleeves (at the arrows)
before pulling the cables out.
Do not pull directly on the cord, as this will
damage both the cables and the E20.
The projector connections must be handled with

great care, as the output power voltage is
hazardous to human safety.
Do not pull out the cables with the power on.
4.2.2 Front Panel

The power button and BITE LEDs are located on the front of the Echotrac E20.
o Power button:
 At power on, the echosounder application is running and available to the UI.
 At short push of button, the echosounder application is stopped/started.
 Pushing for more than 5 seconds will
reboot the system.
o Power button light indicator:
 No light: Not connected to power
 Blue: Power on, but system not started
 Red: On standby
 Green: Turned on
 Orange: Warning
 Flashing purple: SW in the process of
updating
 Steady purple: SW booted to update/recovery mode
o Channel A/B LEDs: o Channel A/B buttons:
 No light: Channel off  Pressing both buttons at power up will
force the unit into recovery mode.
 Green: Channel on
o LAN Link LED:
 Orange: Transmitting
 Yellow: A link has been established
 Red: Error
o LAN Active LED:
 Green, flashing: Data is
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4.3 Transducer Installation

o The transducers are generally supplied with connectors assembled in Single Channel or Dual
Channel cable arrangement. When preparing the initial setup of the survey system, the SBES
UI will suggest the standard cable connection depending on chosen transducer type (see
section 4.4 Transducer Configuration in SBES UI).
o In all types of installations, the transducer radiating face must remain as parallel to the water
surface as possible while the vessel is moving.
o Transducers should be mounted at least 0.3 meter below the waterline.
o A preferred mounting location is near the keel of the vessel in an area where the planing attitude
of the hull at speed and the pitch and roll angles of the vessel in seas have the least effect.
o The transducer should be mounted far enough aft of the bow so that bubbles generated by
the bow wave will not pass over the face of the unit.
o Transducers should be located away from sources of turbulence and cavitation bubbles such
as propellers, bow thrusters and hull protrusions.
o Considerations should also be given to sources of mechanical noise generated within the vessel
(engines, props, pumps, generators, etc.). In some severe cases of mechanically coupled noise,
vibration-isolating mounts may be required to decouple the transducer from the hull.
Vibration and oscillation will become evident, if the transducer is not rigidly mounted. To
minimize the unsupported length, place a support as close to the waterline as possible.
For further details on possible sources of interference with the transducer installation, see section 6.2
Interference Considerations.
4.3.1 Through Hull

The top side of the transducer is accessible from inside the vessel while the transducer face is
exposed to the water.
Nut
Water sealing and/or insulating
Washer bushing
Hull
Narrow beam transducer

Seal gap with marine caulk
NOTE: Transducer must be flush with hull
Figure 6: Transducer mounted through the hull
Avoid turbulence around the transducer by installing a fairing with a sloping forward edge
ahead of the unit. The fairing will improve the hydrodynamic performance by smoothing the
flow of water over the face of the transducer.
Care should be taken to protect the transducer from damage. The installation of a
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4.3.2 Hull Mount

Streamlined transducers mounted directly to the outside of the hull or transducers fitted into
streamlined fairings welded or otherwise attached to the outside of the hull often make for excellent
installations. The advantage is that the radiating face of the transducer is generally below the bubble
stream in clear water and no acoustic window or transducer tank creates reverberation.
This type of installation requires a stuffing tube to be installed in the hull in order to allow the
transducer cable to penetrate the hull.
4.3.3 Sea Chest

In a sea chest mount, a fluid-filled enclosure in the hull of the vessel is large enough to contain the
entire transducer. The outer hull is removed in the area of the chest and replaced with an acoustically
clear "window" which is mounted flush with the hull.
Depending on construction, material selected for the acoustic window, and draft of the vessel, access
to the transducer can often be gained from inside the hull without putting the vessel in dry dock.
In most installations, a water-filled standpipe is incorporated into the sea chest design in order to
provide hydrostatic pressure equalization. Transducer cables generally leave these assemblies
through stuffing tubes, which maintain the watertight integrity of the chest.
4.3.4 Over the Side

This type of mount is frequently constructed from a length of pipe. This fixture should be sized to
position the transducer well below the waterline and the pipe then fixed to a sturdy support on the
vessel. Lines are usually attached to the transducer pipe and tied off fore and aft in order to maintain
a stable, horizontal transducer attitude.
Ensure that the transducer is mounted sufficiently deep so that it does not break the surface
during vessel roll motions. This may mean to a depth greater than 0.3m.
Figure 7: Transducer mounted over the side
Care should be taken to assure adequate protection for the transducer cable,
particularly at the point where the cable leaves the transducer body.

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4.4 Transducer Configuration in SBES UI
4.4.1 Transducer Configuration

The first time you connect to the E20 unit, the
SBES UI will guide you through the necessary
steps.
(a) Click the Echosounder tab to start.
(b) Click the Connect echosounder drop-

down menu and select the IP address
with the serial no. of your E20 system.
Find the serial no. on the front of the
E20.
(c) Select the correct transducer type from
either the Channel A or Channel B
drop-down menu.
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4.4.2 Auxiliary Sensors

(a) If auxiliary sensors are connected to the serial ports of the echosounder, power up the
sensors and ensure that they generate data on the serial interface.
The inputs to the E20 are defined as follows.
 COM 1 is Position.
 COM 2 is Motion.
(b) Follow these steps in the SBES UI:
(i) Select the Sensor tab.
(ii) Select the format of your data via

the Format drop-down menu.
(iii) Click on the Serial port button to
configure the port on the E20 to
match the settings of the sensor
output.
The default configuration is
115200, 8, n, 1. This can be reset
at any time by clicking the Set
Defaults button in the Serial port
dialog.
(iv) Enable/disable the input via the
radio button under Position and/or
Motion. You will see the data
parsing/updating in the preview
windows for each sensor.

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OPERATION
5 OPERATION
5.1 Get Started

Once you have configured the E20 (see
section 4.4.1Transducer Configuration), the
SBES UI will guide you through the next steps
to get ready for operation.
When restarting the echosounder, the system

applies the settings last used. The Get
Started screen is displayed, semi-filled in with
only the last two steps remaining. The
operator just needs to select the desired
mode for operation (see section 5.2 below),
and then the pinging starts.
5.2 Operation Modes

The Echotrac E20 is an extremely robust and reliable hydrographic echosounder. Its main operation
parameters may be maintained autonomously (fully or partially) or manually.
Figure 8: Operation modes

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OPERATION
5.2.1 Automatic
o All operation parameters are maintained
autonomously.
5.2.2 Semi Auto

o In Semi auto mode, all operation
parameters may be left to the system to
maintain.
o When desired, all parameters may be
adjusted by the operator.
The scale settings are adjusted in

predetermined increments.

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5.2.3 Manual
o In Manual mode, all settings are adjusted
by the operator.
o No settings are controlled by the system.
For details on operation, see section 6.1 Operation Modes.
The TVG is always controlled by the system – even in Manual mode.

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THE ECHOTRAC E20 IN ACTION
6 THE ECHOTRAC E20 IN ACTION
6.1 Operation Modes

For most applications, the Automatic mode is the optimal choice for the E20 to deliver the best data,
in the widest variety of seafloor conditions, as it constantly adapts to the signal received. Should the
operator or hydrographic surveyor desire full control of the sonar, the manual mode provides this
facility. The Semi auto mode provides the user with a mode to run with autonomous settings, with the
option to tweak the applied sonar parameters to their liking.
o Automatic: This mode is the mode recommended for most operators. This autonomous mode
requires no operating input from the user, and adjusts the applied settings based on a
continual analysis of the sonar signal.
o Semi auto: This mode is recommended in the cases, when you want to slightly adjust or
tweak the automatic settings. Adjustments are indexed settings lower and higher than what
the automatic mode is picking.
If the E20 has already chosen the minimum or maximum value of what the
transducer supports for a sonar setting, tweaking the setting in Semi auto mode
does not reduce (at minimum) or enlarge (at maximum) the applied value further.
o Manual: This mode gives the user full control of the E20 and is recommended for:
 The experienced operator.
 Use in an area that the operator knows well.
 The operator who wants static settings in order to avoid ever changing settings that
adjust to a changing environment.
6.2 Interference Considerations

Physical limitations in the functionality of the system must be taken into consideration when installing
and operating echosounders, including the Echotrac E20. Some of the limitations are absolutes;
others can be overcome to some degree.
The following subsections provide examples of different kinds of limitations.
6.2.1 Cavitation
Some reduction in the transmitted source level is expected to be caused by cavitation.
Propeller Cavitation
Propeller cavitation can be a significant concern for two reasons. First, the frequency of propeller
cavitation noise is in the operating frequency band of most echosounder equipment. Second, the
source levels of the propellers installed are expected to be high unless special quieting techniques
have been implemented.
Propeller energy typically propagates to the forward area of the echosounder equipment via a direct
or hull-grazing path. The other arrival path of propeller energy is by the bottom bounce path. This path
will be more significant in shallow water depths (less than 500 meters). The potential impact can be
further quantified for particular bottom depths of proposed operational test sites.
Appendage Cavitation
Appendage cavitation can result from rough or unfaired edges on the hull and can even be present at
lower speeds. If the source is located near the acoustic sensor installation area, it can be a significant

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noise deficiency. It is difficult to predict the occurrence of appendage cavitation without under-hull
drawings, pictures, or visual inspection of the ship when in dry-dock.
6.2.2 Machinery Noise

Machinery noise should not be a major factor for acoustic sensors that operate at frequencies above
5kHz. Mechanical machinery noise is usually prevalent at 2kHz and below, though it is occasionally
detected at higher frequencies when fluid flow through pipes or cavitating pumps are involved.
Typically, the most important consideration for machinery noise is the proximity of the acoustic sensor
to the machinery source. There has been one observed case where diesel engine piston frequency
harmonics have been the controlling noise source at 12kHz, but in this situation, the engine room and
the acoustic sensor compartment shared a common bulkhead. Normally, acoustic devices are
sufficiently distanced from major machinery noise sources that machinery noise does not interfere.
A concern remains that there may be some auxiliary machinery (or other unusual equipment) located
near the acoustic sensor that could produce noise interference. An inspection of the installation site
and ship drawings to verify the position and proximity of all shipboard equipment should be conducted
to determine if there is a potential for machinery interference prior to conducting at-sea testing.
6.2.3 Electrical Noise

Due to measures in the electrical design of the echosounder, it is very robust and insensitive to
electrical noise.
However, if you experience noise, please consider the following basic advice:
o Avoid low budget DC to AC power converters and power generators.

o If necessary, use stabilized UPS as a power buffer for AC supply, or use a straightforward DC
supply via a dedicated battery pack.
6.2.4 Interference from Other Echosounder Systems

Interference from other echosounder systems can be seen as radial lines, typically moving away the
minimum to maximum range scale as these pings are not correlated with the ping repetition rate of the
Echotrac E20 system. The most typical source of interference of this type is navigational sonars (often
50kHz systems) and Doppler velocity logs.
Synchronization of acoustic systems is one means to mitigate this effect. The most effective approach
is to remove the source of interference entirely, by either moving the equipment away from the
acoustic sensor of the Echotrac E20 or turning it off.
6.2.5 Speed
Hydrodynamic flow noise can be a concern when operating at higher speeds. Externally mounted
acoustic sensors should have fairings that are mounted as flush (or near flush) to the ship hull as is
practically possible. This way the hydrodynamic flow-induced vibration noise should be minimal.
A poorly designed sonar fairing can degrade the system performance by a factor of 4 for
speeds above 8-10 knots. Typically, this noise source is the most common problem on all
echosounder installations.
6.2.6 Air Bubbles

Bubble sweep-down can be another potential noise problem. The significance of this problem is
associated with the noise generated as the bubbles cascade along the hull after being ingested in the
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bow wave of the ship and, more importantly, with the baffling produced by the entrained air layer
between the face of the acoustic sensor and the water environment.
If air bubbles are present between the acoustic sensor and the water, the system will not function
properly. This phenomenon is transient in nature occurring only for a few seconds per wave period. It
is typically most prevalent on shallow draft ships and increases in intensity at higher sea states and
ship speeds.
Modeling of this problem only indicates that air bubble noise may be present by determining the
transmission vehicle of potential bubbles. Actual at-sea measurements are usually required to fully
determine the presence and severity of bubble sweep-down. At-sea diver viewing has been very
successful in the past to capture the bubble sweep-down characteristics of a particular ship hull on
film.
Air bubbles mask some or all of the view of the acoustic sensor where the affected area will
completely blank out. Common causes for bubble masking include:
o The vessel props when thrusting into reverse and pours a stream of bubbles over the acoustic
sensor.
o The acoustic sensor has not been deployed deeply enough and there is bubble wash from the
sea surface.
o Bubble ingestion as the vessel pitches into the sea.
6.2.7 Environment
A high-reverb environment where echoes of the previous ping are contaminating the current ping may
prove to be difficult to overcome.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
7 TROUBLESHOOTING
7.1 The Echotrac E20 does not seem to be working

If the Echotrac E20 does not seem to be working correctly, perform these steps to find the cause.
(a) Check if the power LED is on.

(b) The Echotrac E20 has a Standby bit that is turned on by default. Try to communicate with the
Echotrac E20 via the SBES UI.
(c) Check that all the cables are properly connected and intact. If cables are not properly
secured, electrical signals may not be transmitted or received.
(d) A blinking TX LED means that the digitizer is firing, but the data may not be sent out on the
COM port of the Echotrac E20. The Echotrac E20 could be in Standby mode.
(e) Make sure the Echotrac E20 is not in Standby mode.
(f) Make sure you are using the correct COM port. Windows will display an error message if the
port cannot be used or if it is already open/used by another program.
These programs or devices use COM ports: Modem, Mouse, Scanners, and Printers.
(g) Try toggling the COM port off and on with the Windows application software you are using.
(h) Try powering down the Echotrac E20 and powering it back up again. If the Echotrac E20 is turned
on before the computer, it may interfere with initializing and setting up communication channels.
7.2 The Echotrac E20 power LED is off

Try powering the Echotrac E20 down and back up again.
If this does not resolve the problem, contact reson-support@teledyne.com for assistance.
7.3 What are the COM port settings?

The Echotrac E20 uses the following default settings for the COM ports:
o 115200 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.
The COM port used to interface with the Echotrac E20 can be selected on the Sensor tab in the
SBES UI.
7.4 Known problems with Transducer

Always make sure that the transducer face has been cleaned with mild soap to improve the interface
between the transducer and the water. Sometimes a thin layer of air can be trapped on the face of the
transducer. This will result in poor or no signal return from the transducer.
TRANSDUCER FACE
Air trapped under a thin film layer on the face of the transducer.

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8 HANDLING AND MAINTENANCE
8.1 Echotrac E20
8.1.1 Handling
o Use original shipping boxes when shipping or storing the unit.
o It is important to ensure that the echosounder is not dropped or suffers any shock damage.
Avoid impact damage to the unit, as this may damage the internal components.
8.1.2 Maintenance
o Keep the Echotrac E20 echosounder clean and its top surface free from buildup dust, as it
may prevent the external passive cooling system from functioning effectively.
o Inspect the echosounder at regular intervals.
8.1.3 Recovery
o You can force the Echotrac E20 echosounder into Recovery mode by pressing the Channel A
and B buttons simultaneously at power up.
o The Recovery mode will not allow any echosounder operations and the SBES UI will not be
able to see the unit.
o In this mode it is possible to use the E20 System Tool via the default IP address 10.11.10.1.
o With the Recovery mode you always have access to a safe working state, which is useful in
e.g. the following circumstances:
 There is a loss of power during an E20 software update.
 If you have accidentally misconfigured the network settings and cannot get in contact
with the unit.
8.1.4 E20 Software Update

The E20 System Tool allows you to manage the Echotrac E20 echosounder. The tool is provided on
the USB key delivered with your system.
Install System Tool

(a) Plug in the USB and navigate to the
Windows folder where the System Tool
executable is stored (on the supplied
USB or on your laptop/PC).
(b) Double-click the SBES-SystemTool-
XXX.exe file.

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Connect to the E20

(a) Enter the Device IP address or click the
drop-down menu (1) to display a list of
available E20 systems on the network.
The Host name is the E20 serial number,
which can be used to distinguish the
units from each other on a network with
multiple E20s.
(b) Click the Device Info button (2).
The Status window will provide feedback
on whether the tool is successfully
connected or not.
The Common tab contains options for downloading log files, making backups of the
system image, and a method to trigger a soft reboot of the device.
Update E20 Software

(a) Click the Update tab.
(b) Click the ellipsis (…) button (1) and
navigate to the appropriate Windows
folder to select the UPDATE file.
Or drag and drop the UPDATE file onto
the application.
(c) For a standard update, select Keep
custom settings (default) and click the
Update button.
(d) Click Update (2).
The system will reboot and start the
update with progress details displayed in
the status window.
Update mode is indicated by a steady
purple light on the E20 power button.
(e) Once the update is complete, switch to
the Common tab:
(i) To reread the Device Info to verify
the update, or
(ii) To read the Log File.

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Modify Network Settings

(a) Click the Network settings tab.
(b) Select the desired options:
 DHCP
 Static IP
(c) Click Apply.
(d) Click the Common tab.
(e) Click Reboot.
Or press the power button on the E20 for
more than 5 seconds to reboot the
system.
Install Log
o Click the Install log tab to display the list
of applied updates.
Saved Images
o Click the Saved images tab to get an
overview of all update images saved on
the device.
o Select an image and click the Remove
button to get rid of old images on the unit.
o Release Note button: N/A.
o Install button: N/A.
8.2 Transducer
8.2.1 Handling
o Use original shipping boxes when shipping or storing the unit.
o It is important to ensure that the transducer is not dropped or suffers any shock damage.
Avoid impact damage to the unit, as this may damage the internal components.
8.2.2 Maintenance
o Keep the transducer clean and free from marine growth where possible.
o Inspect and clean the transducer at regular intervals, especially if it is to be immersed in water
for long periods of time.
 A non-abrasive cleaning product should be used to clean the unit.
 Ensure that the transducer is not scratched in any way.
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Be careful not to scratch the transducer. Ensure it is placed on a clean surface free
from items that may damage the sensitive components.
8.3 Power/Data Cable
8.3.1 Handling
Take care not to bend the cables beyond the recommended minimum bend radius.
o DC power cable:
 Fixed installation: 42mm
 Occasional flexing: 125mm
o Data cables (transducers, COM/SYNC):
 Fixed installation: 5 x outer diameter
 Occasional flexing: 15 x outer diameter
Do not lift the equipment by the cables.
8.3.2 Maintenance
Regularly inspect the cables and connectors for wear, and clean regularly with a non-corrosive cleaning
agent.
Dry end:
o Inspect the connectors at regular intervals.
o Lubricate lightly with 3M lubricating spray or equivalent when necessary.
o Grip main body of connector during mating or unmating. Do not pull on cable to disconnect.
o Avoid sharp bends at cable entry to connector.

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REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION
APPENDIX A – REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION
A.1 Echotrac E20 Documentation

In addition to this document, the following documentation is available in Adobe Portable Document
Format (.pdf) for printing.
Document Title Document Number Description

Echotrac E20 Operator's Manual OM19133 Version 4 or higher
Echotrac E20 Quick Reference Guide QG19389 Version 1 or higher
SBES User Interface Quick Start Guide QG19897 Version 1 or higher
Data Format Definition Document DFD12713 Version 3.10 or higher
A.2 Echotrac E20 Design Documents

The following design documents and drawings are provided for reference purposes.
Document Title Document Number

Outline ECHOTRAC E20 19214
Cable Assy, M12A 4 P male to DSub 9 P Female 20639
(PN 1014481-DK)
Cable Assy, Converter transducer cable, 7/8 5 pole male to mill spec 5 pole 19369
female (PT01J-14-5S) (optional component) (PN 1013713-DK)
Cable Assy, Extender transducer cable, 7/8 5 pole male to 7/8 5 pole female 19359
(optional component) (PN 1013700-DK)

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Figure 9: Echotrac E20 outline
Echotrac E20 Operator's Manual p. 40 of 56 July 5, 2019

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Figure 10: Serial cable (PN 1014481-DK)

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Figure 11: Converter transducer cable (optional component, PN 1013713-DK)

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Figure 12: Extender transducer cable (optional component, PN 1013700-DK)

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A.3 Licenses – Copyright Information

Table 5: WPFDXInterop – Copyright Information
WPFDXInterop - Copyright (c) 2015 Microsoft
Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy

of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal
in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights
to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell
copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is
furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:
The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all
copies or substantial portions of the Software.
Table 6: DirectXTK – Copyright Information

DirectXTK - Copyright (c) 2017 Microsoft Corp

Table 7: Json.NET – Copyright Information

Json.NET - Copyright (c) 2007 James Newton-King

Table 8: mvvmlight – Copyright Information

mvvmlight - Copyright (c) 2009 - 2016 Laurent Bugnion (GalaSoft),
laurent@galasoft.ch


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Table 9: SharpAvi – Copyright Information

SharpAvi- Copyright (c) 2013-2018 Vasili Maslov

Table 10: Math.NET – Copyright Information

Copyright (c) 2002-2018 Math.NET


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CABLE CONNECTORS
APPENDIX B – CABLE CONNECTORS
All connector views are the faces of the cable connectors on the rear panel of the E20.
B.1 TX1 and TX2

Pin Signal
1 Ch B+ (low freq.)
3
2 4 2 Ch B- (low freq.)
3 Shield
1 5 4 Ch A+ (high freq.)
5 Ch A- (high freq.)
Note: Connectors TX1 and TX2 are connected in parallel.

Connect only 1 transducer for each pair.
B.2 COM Ports

Pin Signal
1 RS-232 out
3 4 2 RS-232 GND
3 RS-232 in
2 1 4 Shield
B.3 SYNC
Pin Signal
1 Trig out
3 4 2 Trig in/out GND
3 Trig in
2 1 4 Shield
B.4 Power
Pin Signal
1 Protection Earth
(chassis)
3 2
2 GND
1 3 10-30VDC

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CABLE CONNECTORS
B.5 LAN
Pin Signal
LAN

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SERIAL OUTPUT STRING FORMATS
APPENDIX C – SERIAL OUTPUT STRING FORMATS
C.1 Echotrac SBT (for depth)

Table 11 applies to the selection of Single Bottom Tracking (SBT) with one frequency (high or low) active.
Table 11: Echotrac SBT

Character # Character Description
1 <sp>, F Normally a space, “F” = Fix mark
2-3 et, ET Unit indicator: “et” = centimeters, “ET” = tenths of feet
4 <sp>, E Normally a space, “E” = error
5 <sp> Always a space
6 D Depth data (MSD)
7 D Depth data
8 D Depth data
9 D Depth data
10 D Depth data (LSD)
11 CR Carriage return
Example: <sp>et<sp><sp>DDDDD<CR>
= <sp>et<sp><sp>02035<CR>
= 02035cm
For both single- and dual-frequency operation, the SBT string is generated until another
string is selected on the Sensor tab (see section 4.4.2 Auxiliary Sensors). If the system is
operating in dual frequency with SBT selected, the high-frequency depth is generated.
C.2 Echotrac DBT (for depth)

Using a single frequency
Table 12 applies to the selection of Dual Bottom Tracking (DBT) with one frequency (high or low) active.
Table 12: Echotrac DBT with One Frequency Active

4 <sp>, E, O Normally a space, “E” = high frequency error, “O” = low frequency error
(missed return)
5 H, L Frequency indicator: “H” = high, “L” = low
7 D Depth data (MSD)
8 D Depth data
9 D Depth data
10 D Depth data
11 D Depth data (LSD)
Example: <sp>ETOL<sp>DDDDD<CR>
= <sp>ETOL<sp>54321<CR>
= Low freq. error, 54321dft

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Using dual frequencies

Table 13 applies to the selection of DBT with both frequencies (high and low) active.
Table 13: Echotrac DBT with Both Frequencies Active

4 <sp>, E, O, D Normally a space, “E” = high frequency error, “O” = low frequency error
(missed return), “D” = high and low error (missed returns)
5 B Frequency indicator: Both high and low
7 D High frequency depth data (MSD)
8 D High frequency depth data
11 D High frequency depth data (LSD)
13 D Low frequency depth data (MSD)
14 D Low frequency depth data
17 D Low frequency depth data (LSD)
Example: <sp>etDB<sp>DDDDD<sp>DDDDD<CR>
= <sp>etDB<sp>54321<sp>54321<CR>
= High and low error, dual freq., 54321cm high-freq. depth, 54321cm low-freq. depth
C.3 DESO25 (for depth)

Table 14 applies to the selection of DESO25 with one frequency (high or low) active.
Table 14: DESO25 with One Frequency Active

1 D Always D
2 A, B Frequency indicator: “A” = high, “B” = low
3-10 DDDDDDDD Depth data
11 <sp>, f Space, “f” = feet
12 m, t Unit indicator: “m” = meters, “t” = feet
14 LF Line feed
Example: DBDDDDDDDD<sp>m<CR><LF>
= DB20.00665<sp>m<CR><LF> or DB684.9470ft<CR><LF>
= Low freq., 20.00665 meters or DB684.9470 feet

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C.4 NMEA 0183 (for depth)

Table 15 applies to the selection of NMEA 0183 DBS with one frequency (high or low) active.
Table 15: NMEA 0183 DBS

Character # Description
1-7 $SDDBS,
Depth in feet. Single decimal floating point number.
,f,
Depth in meters. Single decimal floating point number.
,M,
Depth in fathoms. Single decimal floating point number.
,F*
8 bit hexadecimal value checksum calculated over the entire string excluding the leading ‘$’
Carriage return
Line feed
Example: $SDDBS,dd.d,f,d.d,M,d.d,F*36<CR><LF>
= $SDDBS,67.915,f,20.701,M,11.319,F*32<CR><LF>
= 67.915 feet, 20.701 meters, 11.319 fathoms
C.5 DESO DDV (for heave, draft, and sound velocity)

Table 16, Table 17, and Table 18 apply to the selection of DESO DDV with one frequency (high or
low) active. With every ping, the following two strings will be generated immediately after the DESO25
output string.
This feature is only available upon request for Deso echosounders.
Table 16: DESO DDV Heave

1 D Always D
2 H Always H
3-4 DD Heave data
5 . Period
6-7 DD Heave data decimal
8 <sp> Space
9 m meters
11 LF Line feed
Example: DHDD.DD<sp>m<CR><LF
= DH-2.00<sp>m<CR><LF>
= Heave, -2.00 meters

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Table 17: DESO DDV Draft

1 D Always D
2 G Always G
3-4 DD Draft data
5 . Period
6-7 DD Draft data decimal
8 <sp> Space
9 m meters
10 <sp> Space
12 LF Line feed
Example: DG<sp>DD.DD<sp>m<sp><CR><LF>
= DG<sp>00.00<sp>m<sp><CR><LF>
= Draft 0.00 meters
Table 18: DESO DDV Sound Velocity

1 C Always C
2 S Always S
3-6 DDDD Sound velocity data
9 <sp> Space
10-12 m/s meters per second
14 LF Line feed
Example: CSDDDD<sp>m/s<CR><LF>
= CS1500<sp>m/s<CR><LF>
= Sound velocity 1500 meters per second
C.6 Echotrac DBX (for Universal message)

The DBX is an ODOM-defined format that is like NMEA formats but not an NMEA compliant format.
Checksum is not included, and “DBX” is not registered by NMEA.
The representation [+]ddd.ddd (or [+]hh.hh) is a fixed point representation of a number.
The number of digits (d’s, h’s, or other letter) before and after the decimal point are fixed. There may
be leading zeros but not leading spaces.
A + designates that a sign is present. In that case it will display as – or +. Fields not prefixed with +
will have no sign.
DBX is sent per ping. If a channel (A or B) does not have detections for that ping or is not
enabled/pinging, its corresponding data fields in the message will be populated with zeroes.

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Table 19: Echotrac DBX

Field Name Format Description
1 Prefix string $DBX
2 Date time UTC YYYY-MM-DD UTC time, current time (ISO8601-2:2019)
Thhmmss.sss Notes:
Even if the UI is showing other time zones on its display, it is
the UTC that is synced to the SBES and the UTC that is
contained in this message.
Although ISO8601 defines a range of formats, the only format
available in the DBX string is the one given here.
3 Time status t 0 = UI clock, 1 = GPS sync, 2 = PPS sync
4 Depth channel A ddddd.ddd Depth below transducer (channel A)
5 Intensity A +iii.ii Intensity in dB of measured depth (channel A)
6 Draft A +rr.rrr Draft of transducer (channel A), always applied
7 Depth channel B ddddd.ddd Depth below transducer (channel B)
8 Intensity B +iii.ii Intensity in dB of measured depth (channel B)
9 Draft B +rr.rrr Draft of transducer (channel B), always applied
10 Unit u Unit for all distance fields in the record:
1 = Meter, 2 = Feet
Note: This field defines the unit for the fields 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13.
11 Heave value +hhh.hhh Measured heave value
Note: If a heave sensor is not connected, measured heave is
reported as zero.
12 Heave status c Heave correction: 0=off; 1=on
Note: When heave correction is on, heave is already applied to
the depth fields.
13 Sound velocity ssss.ss Applied sound velocity
14 End of frame <CR><LF> Carriage return and line feed
Full string format:
$DBX,YYYY-MM-DDThhmmss.sss,t,ddddd.ddd,+iii.ii,rr.rrr,ddddd.ddd,+iii.ii,rr.rrr,u,+h
hh.hhh,c,ssss.ss<CR><LF>
Example:
$DBX,2019-09-30T205959.999,2,00123.999,-216.14,00.950,00124.321,-218.14,01.100,1,
-002.230,1,1435.98<CR><LF>
Example:
30 Mar 2019 at 20:59:59.999 PPS synchronized, depth of 123.999m corrected for heave
for channel A at -216.14dB and 0.950m draft, depth of 124.321m corrected for heave
for channel B at -218.14dB and 1.100m draft, -2.230m heave, sound velocity
1435.98m/s

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SYSTEM OPTIONS
APPENDIX D – SYSTEM OPTIONS

The following options are available with the Echotrac E20 system. If you require more details about
any of these options, please contact Teledyne Marine for assistance.
o Extended Warranty Contract

o Additional Serial Connectors
o Additional Transducer Connectors
o Service Level Agreement
D.1 Extended Warranty Contract

All Echotrac E20 systems are provided with a standard one-year warranty (see Appendix E –
Warranty Information). This option provides the user with the possibility of purchasing additional
annual support.
D.2 Service Level Agreement

A Service Level Agreement (SLA) runs for annual terms of 12 months at a time, and covers a wide
range of services as listed here:
o Annual system health check o Product and software defect repair services
o Backup system (availability depending o Software and firmware updates
on system)
o Spare part allowance
o Factory refurbishment (preventive
maintenance procedure)
o Telephone and email support

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
APPENDIX E – WARRANTY INFORMATION
E.1 One Year Limited Warranty

Your Teledyne Odom Hydrographic system is warranted against defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of one year from acceptance of the system. During the warranty period,
Teledyne Marine will, at its option, either repair or replace components that prove to be defective.
The warranty period begins on the day the system is accepted by the customer. Your Teledyne Odom
Hydrographic system must be serviced by the Teledyne Marine office that sold it. The customer shall
prepay shipping charges (and shall pay all duty and taxes) for products returned for service. Teledyne
Marine shall pay for the return of the products to the customer, not including any duty and taxes.
E.2 Exclusions
The warranty on your Teledyne Odom Hydrographic system shall not apply to defects resulting from:
o Accidental damage. o Opening of any parts of the equipment by anyone

other than a Teledyne RESON authorized service
o Improper or inadequate installation
facility.
or maintenance by the customer.
o Operation outside the environmental specifications
o Improper site preparation or
of the product.
maintenance.
o Service provided by anyone but a Teledyne RESON
o Improper storage or transportation.
authorized service facility (see Appendix F –
o Improper use. Support and Service).
o Unauthorized modifications, alterations, or repairs.
E.3 Warranty Limitations

The warranty set forth above is exclusive and no other warranty, whether written or oral, is express or
implied. Teledyne Marine specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose.
E.4 Servicing During Warranty Period

If your system should fail during the warranty period, please contact the customer support hotline (see
Appendix F – Support and Service) to protect your warranty rights.

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SUPPORT AND SERVICE
APPENDIX F – SUPPORT AND SERVICE
F.1 Support
For support, please contact the customer support hotline:
o Europe: +45 20 999 088 o USA: +1 805 233 3900

o E-mail: reson-support@teledyne.com
F.2 Returning Goods for Service
No goods may be returned without prior authorization, as evidenced by a Return

Authorization (RMA) Number.
Before returning any equipment for service, you must follow the Teledyne RESON equipment return
procedure stated below:
(a) Contact a Teledyne RESON office to obtain an approved Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number.
(b) Follow the instructions in the supplied document and pack the equipment in the original
shipping containers.
(c) Ship the equipment to your Teledyne RESON representative to the applicable address.
(d) Ensure that the RMA number is included on all shipping documents and, most importantly,
marked on the shipping container’s address label.
(e) Include a note with a brief, but thorough, description of the problem.

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Echotrac E20

Teledyne Odom Hydrographic

Teledyne RESON A/S

Telephone: +45 47 38 00 22 Fax: +45 47 38 00 66

© TELEDYNE ODOM HYDROGRAPHIC , INC. 2019

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0.1 Document Conventions

0.2 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

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Part number Description Quantity

Table 2: Optional components

For a list of typically used items, see Appendix D – System Options.

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1.1 System Overview

Figure 1: Echotrac E20 Singlebeam Echosounder System

1.2 System Architecture

o Echotrac E20 singlebeam echosounder

Wet End Dry End

Figure 2: Echotrac E20 Singlebeam Echosounder System Configuration

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1.3 Main Features

1.4 Typical Applications

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utilization of the LF for high-frequency transducers is possible with reduced performance

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Figure 3: E20 depth performance5

2.2 Standard Data Products

2.2.1 Depth Output via Serial and Ethernet

For details, see Appendix C – Serial Output String Formats.

o The raw echogram information is in full resolution of sampling rate.

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2.3 Supported Transducers

For installation, see section 4.3 Transducer Installation.

Table 3: Supported transducers

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Name High freq. Low freq. Description

2.4 Supported Auxiliary Sensors

6 Only the heave component is used by the E20.

We Teledyne RESON A/S

in accordance with the following directive(s):

2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

2014/35/EU Low Voltage (LVD)

hereby declare that the following equipment:

is in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following standards:

Location: Slangerup, Denmark

VP & Group General Manager Document No.

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3.1 Operator Safety

o Do not connect or disconnect cables with the power on.

Exposure to high-energy acoustic transmission, even outside the audible frequency

Avoid direct exposure to acoustic transmission:

3.2 Equipment Safety

o Do not bend cables beyond the recommended limits.

3.3 Safe Disposal of Waste (WEEE Directive)

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4.1 Echotrac E20 Mounting

Figure 4: Echotrac E20 – Cooling