Depth Finder

Note: If needed, select Simulation Mode to test and demonstrate depth sounder functionality. No real data will be measured with the depth finder when using simulation mode. A simulated depth value can be entered manually in the Simulation Setup dialog for GNSS survey or Optical survey.

Configure device parameters:

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ClosedCable Locator

  1. Select the Model of the cable locator.
  2. Specify Connection setting - Bluetooth or COM. In case of a COM connection, specify necessary port, parity, data, baud and stop rates to connect to the device.
  3. See also:
    How to configure the SPX RD8000 cable locator

ClosedDepth Sounder

  1. Select the Model of the depth sounder.
  2. Note: When connecting a depth sounder of Generic NMEA type, take into account that MAGNET Field supports DBT (Depth below transducer) and DPT (Depth including offset, versions 2.0 and 3.0) NMEA data messages. The preferred message frequency is 1 Hz (one per second).

  3. Set the Max Depth Age in seconds. This value shows the age of the depth measurement which will be used in the future positioning calculation together with GNSS or optical measurements.
  4. Configure Connection setting: Bluetooth or COM. If a COM connection is selected, additionally specify:

When the configuration is used, the depth sounder icon will appear on the status bar of any measurement dialog.