This document provides specifications for two types of Wideband Sub-Mini Transponder/Responders (WSM) from Sonardyne. The Type 8071 WSM is rated for depths up to 1,000m and has an omni-directional transducer. The Type 8070 is rated for 4,000m and has a high-power directional transducer. Both support Sonardyne's Wideband signals and legacy protocols for underwater positioning applications.
This document provides specifications for two types of Wideband Sub-Mini Transponder/Responders (WSM) from Sonardyne. The Type 8071 WSM is rated for depths up to 1,000m and has an omni-directional transducer. The Type 8070 is rated for 4,000m and has a high-power directional transducer. Both support Sonardyne's Wideband signals and legacy protocols for underwater positioning applications.
Sonardyne’s family of The Type 8071 WSM is equipped
Key Features Wideband®Sub-Minis (WSM) with an omni-directional transducer are a versatile range of and is depth rated to 1,000 m • Choice of 1,000 or 4,000 m Ultra-Short BaseLine (USBL) making it suitable for a wide range depth rating transponder/responders of general USBL tracking designed for positioning ROVs, application. • Choice of omni-directional or towfish and other mobile directional beam shape with class targets in water depths up to The Type 8070 WSM is a 4,000 m leading acoustic power output 4,000 m. rated unit and features a high- • Channel selection via serial data power directional transducer with port by PC Compact and rugged, WSMs an acoustic output comparable to incorporate the latest Sonardyne Sonardyne's most powerful full size • Transponder or responder Wideband signal technology which seabed transponders. operating modes offers superior ranging accuracy, • Depth sensor for improved USBL operation in a mulit-user, multi- Both types of WSM have a depth sensor fitted as standard to aid positioning performance vessel environment and fast USBL position updates. USBL positioning accuracy and an • Long-life NiMH battery external on/off switch for ease of In addition to supporting new use and storage when not in use. • Compact and rugged design Sonardyne Wideband signals, • Windows based software for test WSMs also support traditional and setup Sonardyne tone and HPR 300 and HiPAP® channels. A link allows the • External on/off switch for ease of WSM to be configured for use with use and storage all of the popular MF frequency band acoustic navigation systems. Specifications Wideband Sub-Mini Transponder/Responder (WSM)
Feature Type 8071 Type 8070
Depth Rating 1,000 m 4,000 m Operating Frequency MF (19–36 kHz) MF (19–36 kHz) Transducer Beam Shape Omni-directional Directional Transmit Source Level External Power 190 dB 202 dB (dB re 1 µPa @ 1 m) Battery – High Power 188 dB 199 dB (26-32kHz) Battery – Low Power 185 dB 196 dB Receive Sensitivity High Gain <100 dB <100 dB (dB re 1 µPa) Low Gain <110 dB <110 dB Power Supply Long-life Ni MH battery or external 24 V via ROV’s umbilical Operating Channels All Sonardyne Wideband/tone HPR 300 & 400 channels Number of Replies (Responder) Unlimited with external power Unlimited with external power Depth Sensor Standard Standard Update Period (Maximum) 750 ms 750 ms Quiescent Life 60 days 60 days Connector Subconn MCIL5F Subconn MCIL5F Mechanical Construction Anodised aluminium alloy Anodised aluminium alloy Dimensions (Length x Diameter) 401 x 75 mm (15.8 x 2.95”) 408 x 95 mm (16.1 x 3.7”) Weight in Air/Water 2.7/1.4 kg 5.0/2.6 kg Battery Charger Type 7972-000-04 Type 7972-000-04
Specifications subject to change without notice – 06/2021