Simrad EK80 v.21.15.1 is released

The new software version 21.15.1 which was recently released, adds value to all Simrad EK80 systems. This is a 64-bit installation for Windows10 and it is recommended that all users update their software to this latest version. After the update is completed, it is recommended to perform new system calibrations. Here follows a short list of the latest changes included:

Bug fix

  • In the Configuration Datagram the field Application Name was left empty in software version 21.15. In this new version, the Application Name field says EK80. This field is used by Echoview 12.
  • KM Binary decoding has been improved. The datagram now accepts +/-180° or 0-360° for heading.

New for ADCP

  • Added filtering for ADCP data
  • The content of ADCP-netCDF4 files is now configurable

New in the user interface

  • Mission has become Advanced Sequencing
  • External sensor information pane
  • Recording information pane
  • Reset Layout and Rearrange Views added to Docking Views functionality
  • BITE has become Diagnostics
  • New implementations
  • Water temperature measurement for certain transducers
  • Multiplexing two transducers
  • Transmit pulse with Power/Angle data
  • Option for monitoring the time synchronization when using EC150
  • Calibration transceiver channel check
  • Reset distance counter
  • Sample format for EC150 in ADCP mode is scaled to match the format of the WBTs
  • Maximum deviation of time settings
  • Edit transducer parameters manually

Improvements

  • Sensor values have a color code to indicate their status
  • Advanced Sequencing and operational mode
  • Target strength calibration presentation
  • Ensuring all calibration results are valid
  • Start calibration using default transducer parameters
  • Compatibility between ADCP data and UHDAS
  • ADCP data displayed in EK80 Clients
  • Select time stamps for ADCP data
  • Requested ping interval

 

The reference manual for this release is included on the EK80 software media (USB flash drive) and as context sensitive on-line help. Raw file format descriptions can be found in the Interface manual, a new manual part of the end-user documentation.

The Simrad EK80 is a high-precision scientific echo sounder and ADCP system designed to quantify and monitor underwater ecosystems. The Simrad EK80 is a modular system capable of operating several different transceiver and transducer combinations, all through the same operator station.

Based on more than 60 years of research and development in close collaboration with leading marine scientists this wide band echo sounder system has succeeded the famous EK60, which became an international standard for fish stock assessment. The Simrad EK80 is now a wideband system with an operational range from 10 kHz to 500 kHz. Its extreme range resolution and improved target characterization allow for a wide range of oceanographic applications.

The system operates with single and/or split beam transducers and provides users with a dedicated built-in application for calibration. A wide selection of high-quality accurate surface- and depth transceivers and transducers are available for a flexible system, capable of integration on sensor platforms from small to large. Several transceivers are well suited for permanent installation onboard a research vessel but are still compact and a natural choice for portable use.

Real-time echo integration and target strength analysis in an unlimited number of layers is provided as well as storage of raw data for replay or analysis in one of several post-processing software packages. Several post-processing alternatives are available for rapid survey analysis and reporting.

 

For further information you may contact the Official Distributor and Support Center for Greece:

Aegean Electronics SA

4 Zosimadon Str, Piraeus 185 31, Greece

Tel: +30 210 4123000

E-mail: info@aegeanel.com