Selecting which operating panel to use

The Operating Panel offers all necessary control functions for normal operation.

The controls provided by the operating panel are arranged in logical functional groups. This arrangement offers you straightforward operation with fast access to all relevant functionality. All the functionality the ST90 system provides can be accessed using the trackball on the operating panel and the menu system shown in the display presentation.

The ST90 system supports several different operating panels. These are referred to as "MkX" where "X" is an integer.

  • The Mk1 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit with three cables. The dual interface cable provides power and serial communication. The USB interface cable is used to read the trackball movements. The Processor Unit must be fitted with a custom made interface board. A small commercial power supply is used to provide power to the Operating Panel. (The Mk1 Operating Panel is no longer provided with new sonars. This information is provided for legacy reasons.)
  • The Mk2 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit using an Ethernet cable. The Operating Panel is provided with a built-in power supply.
  • The Mk3 Operating Panel is connected to the Processor Unit with a USB cable. A dedicated power supply unit is not required. This is a compact operating panel that takes up less space.

The Mk2 Operating Panel is the standard panel provided for the ST90 system.

To select which operating panel to use, open the Operating Panel page in the Installation dialog box. The Installation dialog box is located on the Setup menu.

Tip:

When you work in the Installation dialog box, you must always select Apply to save the changes made on a page. You must do this before you continue working on a different page.

Procedure

  1. Open the Setup menu.
  2. On the Setup menu, select Installation.

    Observe that the Installation dialog box opens. This dialog box contains a number of pages selected from the menu on the left side.

  3. On the left side of the Installation dialog box, select Operating Panel.
  4. Select which operating panel to use.
  5. At the bottom of the page, select Apply to save your settings.
  6. Continue your work in the Installation dialog box, or select OK to close it.