CYSCAN AS

OPERATOR’S GUIDE

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CyScan AS Operator’s Guide
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Document History

Document Number Changes Issue Date

94-0560-A First release of CyScan AS Operator’s Guide 25/10/2017
94-0560-B Corrections and Align Heading had been added 22/02/2018
94-0560-C GeoLock Section has been added 25/02/2020

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction 5 4.4 Selecting Targets for Multi-Target Tracking 34

1.1 Welcome 6 Selecting Reflections 34
1.2 System Overview 7 Target Selection Order 35
Target Selection Order and Coordinate Axes Direction 36
1.3 CyScan Sensor Part Names 8
4.5 Aligning Multi-Target Tracking 37
2. Getting Started 9
4.6 GeoLock Mode 38
2.1 Start Up and Shut Down 10
5. Multi-Dashboard (Ethernet) CyScan Systems 39
2.2 Screen Layout 12
5.1 CyScan Ethernet Dashboard - Monitoring Mode 40
Main Screen and Bird’s Eye View (BEV) 13
Side Bar 15 5.2 CyScan Ethernet Dashboard - In Command Mode 41
Hotkey Buttons 16 6. Support Information 42
Menu Pane 17 6.1 Serial Numbers and Software Versions 43
Coordinates View 18 6.2 DP Feed 44
2.3 Tracking Information Quality 19 To View DP Feed Details 44
2.4 Display Settings 20 6.3 Manual Power Control 45
2.5 Vessel Orientation 21 To Enable Manual Power Control 45
3. Tracking Basics 22 To Use Manual Power Control 45
To Disable Manual Power Control 45
3.1 Dynamic Blanking Zones 23
6.4 Ethernet Sensor Data Logging 46
Setting the Dynamic Blanking Zone 23
6.5 Serial Sensor Data Logging 47
3.2 Working with Reflections 24
Basic Reflections Data 24 7. Troubleshooting 48
Extended Reflection Data 25 7.1 Problems and Possible Remedies 49
3.3 Scanner Tilt Controls 26 7.2 Cleaning the Sensor and Targets 50
Scanner Tilt Modes 26 7.3 CyScan Fuse Information 51
Manually Tilting the Sensor 27 8. Additional Information 52
Spirit Level 27 8.1 Target Types 53
4. Single and Multi-Target Tracking 28 8.2 Targets Installation and Position 54
4.1 Types of Target Symbols 29 8.3 Low Temperature Operation 55
4.2 Introduction to Single and Multi-Target Tracking 30 8.4 Using the On Screen Keyboard 56
To Start Tracking 30 8.5 Working with Alarms 57
To Stop Tracking 30 Filtering Alarms 57
4.3 Positional Display Modes 32 8.6 Using the Current and Historic Alarms 58
Bow and Starboard Axes 33 8.7 Network Communication Settings 59
A and B Axes (A Pos and B Pos) 33
8.8 CyScan System Specifications 60
8.9 Index 61

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1. Introduction
1.1 Welcome 6
1.2 System Overview 7
1.3 CyScan Sensor Part Name 8

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Welcome 1.1 1 Introduction

Welcome to the CyScan AS Operator’s Guide.

Getting Started (see page 9) explains the basics that you’ll need to know before
using the CyScan system for the first time.

The CyScan system can be installed either as a single-Dashboard serial system or as

a multi-Dashboard Ethernet system.

The majority of the sections in this guide apply equally for serial or Ethernet
configured systems and explain how to perform the various tasks necessary to
operate the system and use it for tracking. These include Tracking Basics (see
page 22) and Single and Multi-Target Tracking (see page 28), GeoLock (see
page 38), Support Information (see page 42) and Troubleshooting (see page 48).
The section Multi-Dashboard (Ethernet) CyScan Systems (see page 39) gives
information specific to an Ethernet configured system.

Note that whilst we endeavour to describe the functionality of the Dashboard correctly
in this document, we do not guarantee that it exactly represents the version of
Dashboard that you are running, particularly after any future upgrades to the software.

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System Overview 1.2 1 Introduction

The CyScan System is based on a high accuracy laser sensor and provides CyScan emits eye-safe infrared light and detects the reflections received back
positional information to allow automated approach and/or station keeping from one or more targets mounted on designated structures or vessels. The
relative to a structure or vessel. It requires one or more reflective targets to be range and bearing of the target(s) are accurately measured, displayed on the
attached to the sides of the structure or vessel. Dashboard screen and automatically transmitted to the vessel’s DP system.

The CyScan system is designed to be semi-portable and straightforward to

operate. Its key elements are:

Structure
• The CyScan Sensor, with integrated Power Supply Unit, which is mounted
or Vessel
on the vessel (typically on the wheelhouse) as required.
• The CyScan Client Software: The CyScan Dashboard is a monitoring and
control application running within Microsoft WindowsTM on a Type 3 Marine
Processor or other computer. This provides the DP operator with status
information and control of the system and the data stream being fed to the
DP system. The CyScan Service Interface is used for system installation
and maintenance. This replaces the Service Access function in earlier
versions of the CyScan Dashboard and Console.
• The CyScan Targets. Retro-reflectors consisting of high performance
prism clusters for longer-range capability.

CyScan
CyScan Vessel
Sensor
C CyScan
Targets

DP Power
System

Client
Software
Computer(s)

The key elements of the CyScan system

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CyScan Sensor Part Names 1.3 1 Introduction

The diagram below illustrates various parts of the sensor unit and gives the terms used
for them.

Rotor Window
Rotor

Access Cover

Sensor Information Display

Power

DP Feed
Cable Gland Plate
Client Data

Base Plate

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2. Getting Started
2.1 Start Up and Shut Down 10
2.2 Screen Layout 12
2.3 Tracking Information Quality 19
2.4 Display Settings 20
2.5 Vessel Orientation 21

You may also find the following sections of the Additional Information section useful at this stage:

8.4 Using the On Screen Keyboard 56

8.5 Working with Alarms 57

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Start Up and Shut Down 2.1 2 Getting Started

Start Up
To Start CyScan Dashboard
1. Ensure that the CyScan sensor is powered on.
2. Double-click on the CyScan Dashboard icon.
(Or run the CyScan Dashboard application from
Start > All Programs > Wärtsilä Guidance Marine
Ltd > CyScan > CyScan Dashboard).
3. The Dashboard display screen will appear.
If the sensor is currently suspended, the main
part of the screen will be greyed out. Click on the
Resume button in the side bar in order for the
sensor to begin scanning and for the results to be
displayed on the screen. If the sensor was already
scanning, any targets in view will be displayed
straight away.
Dashboard screen with sensor suspended Dashboard screen with sensor scanning

Dashboard screen with GeoLock enabled

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Start Up and Shut Down (continued) 2.1 2 Getting Started

Shut Down
To Suspend, Exit Disconnect
1. Click on the Guidance button in the lower left corner of the screen

This will reveal buttons in the side bar as follows: (see right).

• Suspend - Places the sensor into a ‘sleep mode’. The rotor ceases spinning
and the scanner tilt returns to a fixed state. However, upon command from See Multi-
the Dashboard application, the unit will return to full operation. This mode is Dashboard
suitable for use when travelling between locations. (Ethernet) CyScan
• Disconnect - Ceases communications between the Dashboard and sensor Systems (page
and causes the main part of the screen to be greyed out. Does not cause the 39) for information
sensor to stop spinning or tracking targets. on In Command/
• Suspend And Disconnect – A combination of the above two functions (Serial Monitoring
Dashboard only). functionality
• Suspend And Exit - Places the sensor into the same ‘sleep mode’ as the
suspend command (discussed above) and also closes the CyScan Dashboard Dashboard In Dashboard Serial
program. Command Monitoring Dashboard
• Exit - Closes down the Dashboard without affecting the sensor.

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Screen Layout 2.2 2 Getting Started

The CyScan Dashboard screen is split

into three distinct sections, these are:
• 1. Main Screen and Bird’s Eye
View (BEV) (see page 13)

1
• 2. Side Bar (see page 15)
• 3. Menu Pane (see page 17)

2
3
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Screen Layout (continued) 2.2 2 Getting Started

Main Screen and Bird’s Eye

View (BEV) Bearing Tag
The centre of the circular BEV represents the CyScan Status Display
sensor and it shows the relative positions of the
CyScan vessel and any detected reflections.

Vessel Outline Reflection Images

The length and breadth of the vessel and the offsets
and orientation of the CyScan sensor within it can be
configured using the CyScan Service Interface (see
Installer’s Guide) so that the vessel image is correctly
scaled and positioned on the BEV. Vessel Outline
Static
Dynamic Blanking Zone Blanking
The dynamic blanking zone is the sector within each Zone
revolution of the sensor rotor where the laser is
switched off. This is used by the DP operator to mask
out unwanted reflections when needed. The dynamic
blanking zone can be adjusted using the Drag
Handles, to suit different situations (See Dynamic Dynamic
Hotkeys Tab
Blanking Zones on page 23). Blanking Zone
Drag Handles
Range Circles Range Circles
The Range Circles act as a visual guide to show
the distance between the CyScan vessel and the
detected reflections. Distances are shown in metres
from the CyScan sensor. Use the Zoom Control to Dynamic
change the scale of the display. (See page 14). Blanking
Zone
Radial Markers Zoom Control
These form an angular scale in degrees, clockwise
around the circumference of the BEV. Zero is defined
by the bow of the vessel, or by a line between the
primary and secondary targets, depending upon
the selected tracking mode, DP format and display
coordinates.
Heading Tag

Radial Markers Hotkeys Menu

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Reflection Images
Reflections from AS prisms are shown as yellow circles whereas reflections from other reflectors are
shown as grey circles. The reflections have a black outline to help in situation where 2 reflections need to
be overlayed on the screen. For tracking you must select the reflection(s) that correspond to the physical
target(s) to be used. The set of reflections selected for tracking are displayed as diamonds joined by cyan
connecting lines (see Selecting Reflections on page 34). If the system loses sight of a tracked target then
the target indicator changes to a red diamond.

Bearings and Heading Tags

These are displayed on the Radial Marker when the system is in tracking mode, to indicate the bearing of
the primary (or only) target and the vessel’s heading. The visibility of these two elements depends on the
DP format selected and which coordinate system is being used to display the positional information (see
Positional Display Modes on page 32).

Zoom Control
Click on the left-hand side of the control (marked ‘-’) to zoom out of the display and on the right-hand side
(‘+’) to zoom in. The display can also be zoomed by using the mouse wheel when the cursor is positioned
over the BEV. For touchscreen displays that supports 2 or more touch points, pinch-to-zoom also works
from the BEV.

Status Display
This consists of two fields:

Primary
The primary part of the Main Screen. It indicates the current status of the system (e.g. running, suspended,
disconnected or error).

Secondary
The secondary status display is located in the lower right corner of the Main Screen (beneath the zoom
control) and is normally hidden. It displays a flashing message for a number of seconds in order to confirm
an action taken by the user, e.g. grabbing a screenshot or enabling/disabling the on-screen keyboard. It can
also display a persistent, static message if there is a communications problem.

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Screen Layout (continued) 2.2 2 Getting Started

Side Bar
The Side Bar, the black pane to the left of the BEV, contains control and display components in addition to
the coordinates pane.

Coordinate Data

DP Message Format
After pressing
Current Tilt Mode the Guidance
and Command button:
Mode

Stop Tracking Button

(visible only whilst tracking)

Guidance Button

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Hotkey Buttons
Selecting the Hotkeys tab on the right-hand side of the main screen activates the Dashboard Hotkeys
menu.

The following keys - and the corresponding buttons on the Dashboard Hotkeys
menu - act as shortcuts to application functions.

F1 Help Menu
F2 Rotates the vessel clockwise
F3 Rotates the vessel anti-clockwise
F4 Toggles between BEV and Coordinates Layout Mode
F5 Toggles between enlarged and standard-sized reflections
F6 Toggles between the day view and night view
F7 Toggles between the About System pane and the full main screen display
F10 Takes a snapshot of the screen and stores the image with the log data
Hotkeys F11 Toggles the on screen keyboard
Tab
Ctrl + Zoom-In
Ctrl - Zoom-Out
Esc When in operation confirmation mode, cancels the current operation
request; in all other modes, brings back the full BEV screen
Return When in operation confirmation mode, confirm the current operation
request

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Screen Layout (continued) 2.2 2 Getting Started

Menu Pane
The Menu Pane, located across the bottom of the CyScan Dashboard Screen, is not always visible. It
appears when one of the Tracking, Tilt or Advanced buttons near the foot of the Side Bar are pressed,
which causes the Bird’s Eye View (BEV) to contract towards the top of the screen. Clicking the same button
for a second time causes the Menu Pane to disappear and the BEV to be restored to full size.

The Menu Pane is used to display a wide variety of information and controls, often accessed by further tabs
and buttons that become available once the Menu Pane is in place.

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Screen Layout (continued) 2.2 2 Getting Started

Coordinates Layout Mode

Whilst tracking is in progress, the positional coordinates and the Bird’s Eye View can be transposed, so that
the coordinates are displayed in extra-large numerals on the main screen, whilst a miniature BEV is shown
at the top of the Side Bar.

If tracking ends, the layout automatically reverts to Bird’s Eye View. As long as Coordinates View remains
selected the main screen will again display coordinates once the next tracking operation commences.

To Select Coordinates View

This can be done in a number of ways:

• 1. Navigate to Advanced > Display Options > Screen Layout.

2. Click on the Coordinates radio button.
• Click on the numerical data near the top-left corner of the screen.
• Press F4.
• Click on Switch To Coordinates Layout Mode in the Dashboard Hotkeys menu.

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Tracking Information Quality 2.3 2 Getting Started

The CyScan AS Sensor rotates anti-clockwise. On each rotation, the sensor emits two beams of infrared laser light
and analyses the position of any reflections that it receives.

After several rotations, the sensor is able to compare the reflections received on the last rotation with those received
during previous rotations. This enables CyScan to recognise the reflections from the intended targets and to ignore
any unwanted reflections.

Before tracking has been selected, the Data Quality and Coordinates area in the upper left corner of the screen is
empty. Once tracking is started a green quality bar indicates that the system is reliably tracking the selected targets.
Amber indicates a drop in performance (the operator’s attention may be required when amber) and red indicates that
the position information is unacceptable for DP operations. This will lead to the system aborting the current tracking
session and the operator will need to restart tracking.

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Display Settings 2.4 2 Getting Started

To provide ample visibility during daytime operation and to limit glare during night
shifts, CyScan Dashboard offers two display settings: Day Mode and Night Mode. In
either mode the brightness can be further adjusted by the Screen Brightness control.

To change day/night mode and adjust brightness:

1. Navigate to Advanced > Display Options > Display Settings.
2. Click on one of the Day/Night Mode symbols.
3. Click on the left side of the Screen Brightness control to dim the screen and on
the right to make it brighter.

Alternatively, to toggle between day and night mode, use the keyboard shortcut F6 or
the Toggle Day/Night Mode button in the Dashboard Hotkeys panel.

Day Mode

Night Mode

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Vessel Orientation 2.5 2 Getting Started

CyScan Dashboard supports four different layouts of the Bird’s Eye View so that the
operator can choose the one which best represents their surroundings.

For instance, if the operator is facing forward when using the Dashboard, they may
want the bow of the vessel in the BEV to point upwards, so that targets located on the
starboard side of the vessel are shown on the right-hand side of the BEV.

To set Vessel Orientation

1. Navigate to Advanced > Display Options > Screen Layout.
2. Click on the vessel outline that points in the required direction.

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3. Tracking Basics
3.1 Dynamic Blanking Zones 23
3.2 Working with Reflections 24
3.3 Scanner Tilt Controls 26

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Dynamic Blanking Zones 3.1 3 Tracking Basics

The Dynamic Blanking Zone is used to mask a segment of the scan rotation. When
the scanner passes through the dynamic blanking zone, the laser is switched off to
prevent any unwanted reflections from being mistaken as targets.

N.B. Even if the sensor has a clear 360° view, there must be a dynamic blanking zone
of at least 23°. The user interface will not allow smaller blanking zones.
Generally, once the dynamic blanking zone has been set, it will not need to be
changed. However, there may be occasions when it is necessary to adjust the
dynamic blanking zone, for example if the target is on the opposite side of the vessel
to normal.

Note: Up to four additional static blanking zones can be configured from within the
CyScan Service Interface. These are typically used to mask vessel structure. (see 94-
0559-C CyScan AS Installers Guide).

Setting the Dynamic Blanking Zone

The start and end of the zone can be set to any positions around the circle to the
nearest degree, subject to the minimum and maximum sizes of the zone (see red box
below).

To define the Dynamic Blanking Zone

The Dashboard needs to be in command mode to make changes to the dynamic
blanking zone.

1. Click one of the dynamic blanking zone handles and, holding down the left mouse
button, drag to the desired position. Alternatively - on a touchscreen - touch and
drag. As the handle is moved, its current position (in degrees clockwise from the
vessel bow) is displayed in blue numerals outside the perimeter of the circle.
2. If required, drag the second zone handle in the same way.
3. The Apply-Cancel buttons will have popped up after step 1. Click on the Apply
button to set the dynamic blanking zone, or on Cancel to restore the dynamic
blanking zone to its previous state.

The dynamic blanking zone must cover at least 23° but no more than 337°.
The user interface will not allow larger blanking zones.

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Working with Reflections 3.2 3 Tracking Basics

Basic Reflections Data Note: The Dashboard needs to be In Command mode to make any changes.
Reflections data is displayed on two panes accessed via the Tracking Button.
The Reflections pane contains a list of reflections that are visible to the scanner, Filtering by Range
and the Range, Bearing and Brightness level of each: Allows the user to discard reflections that are closer than the threshold range.
For example, setting the range threshold to 35m will cause any reflections from
less than 35m away to be discarded. The range threshold can be adjusted
between 5 and 70 metres by clicking on the end of the filter bar marked ‘+’ or
‘-’ as required. A corresponding grey circle is shown in the centre of the BEV.

The user is able to filter out unwanted reflections (see following sections).

Range Filters
Range Filter Bar Manual Power Control Bar
The Range Filters function on the Reflections pane allows the user to set
minimum range. Any reflection at a shorter range than the range threshold is
not included in the list of reflections nor displayed on the BEV. This mechanism Power Control
is useful when unwanted reflections cannot be eliminated by means of the Automatic power control should be sufficient for most operations, however
dynamic blanking zone function alone. It can be used at any time, even during there is the option to take manual control (see Power Control on page 45).
tracking.

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Working with Reflections (continued) 3.2 3 Tracking Basics

Extended Reflections Data Rev # - The total number of revolutions made by the scanner rotor since
The Reflection Pulses pane contains details about the number of pulses that CyScan was last powered up or resumed.
make up each reflection, and their angle of incidence.
Pulses - The total number of laser pulse returns received during the last
revolution of the scanner rotor.

Temperature - The temperature inside the scanner unit (see Low Temperature
Operation on page 55).

Pulse - This column displays the number of laser pulses that have been
received back from each target.

In general, the larger the target the more pulses that will be returned.
This value will increase as the distance to the target reduces.

Width - The Width column shows the horizontal width of each target, measured
in degrees.

Lower, Middle and Upper - These columns indicate whether the scanner is
pointing low or high in relation to the detected reflections. This can occur when
the CyScan vessel is working close to a rig and the targets are mounted high
above the scanner (see Manually Tilting the Scanner on page 27).

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Scanner Tilt Controls 3.3 3 Tracking Basics

The scanner tilt mechanism automatically compensates for the pitch and roll of
the vessel caused by wave motion.

Motion sensors and a tilting optics mechanism ensure that the scanning optics
remain at the correct level to see the target.

Scanner Tilt Modes

The scanner can be operated in either of the following tilt modes:

• Auto - The scanner tilt automatically adjusts to compensate for draught

changes as the vessel loads or unloads, and for gradual tidal movement.
Also effective when the elevation angle of targets increases as the vessel
approaches a platform.
•
• Manual - This mode is used to manually tilt the optics to reach the target.
For example, when station-keeping close to a platform where the targets
are mounted high up and the CyScan optics must be tilted up at them (See
Manually Tilting the Scanner on page 27).

The current tilt mode and leveller angle are displayed in the ‘Tilt Mode:’ section
of the Side Bar.

To change the scanner tilt mode and leveller angle

Note: The Dashboard needs to be in command mode to make any changes.

1. Click on the Tilt button in the Side Bar.

2. Select the required mode and click on the Apply button to confirm.
3. Click on the +/- buttons to adjust the angle. The adjacent list of estimated
elevation angles for visible targets helps you to arrive at the best leveller
angle.
4. Click on the Apply button to confirm your changes.
Side Bar Tilt Mode Section Tilt Mode Selection

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Scanner Tilt Controls (continued) 3.3 3 Tracking Basics

Manually Tilting the Scanner

The Manual mode is used to tilt the scanner optics to a user-defined angle
so that the centre of the fanned beam is pointing at the target. This may be
necessary when the CyScan vessel is close to a platform and the targets are
positioned above the sensor.

Upper Channel

Middle Channel

Lower Channel Scanner tilted up and pointing at a target mounted higher than the sensor.
Beam Spread
Spirit Level
The Spirit Level indicator, on the left
hand side of the Tilt pane, displays the
roll and pitch of the vessel as measured
by the Vertical Reference Unit within
The CyScan optical receiver is divided into three vertical channels: Lower, CyScan. The graphical display
Middle and Upper. The proportion of beam signal being received in each represents the roll and pitch angles in
channel is used to determine the correct angle to set the optics. the same manner as a bullseye spirit
level. The current values are displayed
If one of the reflections in the list is selected, its elevation relative to the in text at the bottom of the control. A
horizontal is shown by the position of the yellow target symbol on the right- ship outline is shown in the background
hand side of the Leveller Graphic. The blue line represents the laser beam, and to indicate orientation relative to the
this moves as the +/- buttons are clicked. When the laser line points to the vessel.
centre of the target symbol, this indicates that the leveller angle is ideal for the
selected target.

To change the scanner tilt mode and leveller angle

Note: The Dashboard needs to be in command mode to make any changes.

1. Click on the +/- buttons to adjust the angle. The adjacent list of estimated
elevation angles for visible targets helps you to arrive at the best leveller
angle.
2. Click on the Apply button to confirm your changes.

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4. Single and Multi-Target Tracking
This section explains the different types of target tracking that can be
performed using the CyScan Dashboard, and how to configure them. It does
not provide advice on how to set up a tracking operation for a specific DP
system or application.

The information contained in this section is for general guidance only. This
section does not provide an exhaustive explanation of target tracking using
CyScan, nor does it form the basis of a contract. Implementation of the material
covered in this section will vary according to the type of DP system used in
conjunction with the CyScan system. The use of, or reliance on, anything
in this section is therefore entirely at the user’s own risk and should only be
undertaken after assessment of its accuracy, completeness and suitability for
the proposed use.

4.1 Types of Target Symbols 29

4.2 Introduction to Single and Multi-Target Tracking 30
4.3 Positional Display Modes 32
4.4 Selecting Targets for Multi-Target Tracking 34
4.5 Aligning Multi-Target Heading 37
4.6 GeoLock Mode 38

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Types of Target Symbols 4.1 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

The CyScan system displays different symbols and colours for each type of target.

Laser Position Reference Sensors can detect all manner of reflector targets. Prisms, Tube
Targets as well as other reflective objects. This can lead to false targets being identified from
reflective objects located near the actual reflector. For example, a reflective jacket worn by a
worker being selected for tracking.

Wärtsilä Guidance Marine have solved this problem by creating a patent pending Absolute
Signature (AS) technology. When a CyScan AS sensor is used in conjunction with an AS prism,
the system can uniquely identify the AS prism target from all the clutter of other reflective
objects in the scene. No other laser sensor can do this. AS prisms appear as regular reflective
objects to other types of sensor. For more information on how this works, please see the
CyScan AS Installers Guide.

Here are the symbols shown for each type of target:

Target Type Tracked Untracked Missing

AS Targets

Non-AS Targets

Untracked targets size is affected by the strength of the reflection. A weaker reflection will
appear smaller in the Dashboard. Conversely a tracked target will appear as a full size symbol.

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Introduction to Single and Multi-Target Tracking 4.2 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

The CyScan system can track either a single target or multiple targets: For Multi-Target Mode
1. Ensure that the dashboard is In Command.
2. Locate a reflection on the BEV, or in the Reflections tab located in the Tracking Menu.
Single-Target Tracking 3. Select a minimum of two target reflection symbols (see Selecting Targets for Multi-Target
During Single-Target Tracking, only one target is used. Tracking on page 34). An ordinal number will be superimposed on each as they are clicked.
Reflections can be deselected by clicking on them again.
Single-Target Tracking is quick and easy to use, but has the following limitations: 4. Click on the Apply button to confirm and begin tracking.

• Tracking stability is affected if the target reflection is temporarily lost,

as there is no redundancy.
• If the true target reflection is obscured by vessel operations,
there is a possibility that the sensor track could jump to another reflection.
• Relative vessel heading cannot be calculated.

Multi-Target Tracking
In Multi-Target Mode, CyScan uses two or more targets. Wärtsilä Guidance Marine recommends using
a minimum of three targets. Multi-target tracking has the following advantages compared to single-
target tracking:

• Improved tracking stability.

To Stop Tracking
• Increased immunity to false reflections. Whilst tracking is in progress, a Stop button is embedded in the Tracking button on the Side Bar.
• Redundancy allows tracking to continue even if a target is temporarily lost. Redundancy is only
provided when 3 or more targets are selected. 1. Click on the Stop button.
• The vessel’s heading in relation to the Multi-Target Group can be calculated. 2. Click on the Apply button to confirm.

Note: Multi-Target tracking assumes that all the reflectors are attached to the same rigid body (e.g. rig).
if the selected targets are not all mounted on the same structure it will violate the rigid body assumption
and tracking will be lost.

To Start Tracking
For Single-Target Mode
1. Ensure that the dashboard is In Command mode.
2. Locate a reflection on the BEV, or in the Reflections tab located in the Tracking Menu.
3. Click on the required target reflection symbol. It changes to the selected state (diamond shape
with red dash around the outside and number “1” superimposed).
4. Click on the Apply button to confirm and begin tracking.

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Introduction to Single and Multi-Target Tracking (continued) 4.2 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

Edit Tracking Lost Tracking

Tracking can be altered without first stopping existing tracking. This is done to add additional The CyScan sensor is capable of tracking targets even when they are momentarily obscured from
reflectors to the current multi-target mode. view, or drift slightly in position. Missing targets will appear as red symbols. DP Feeds that issue a
separate DP telegram for each target will not emit a valid telegram for missing targets.
To Track Additional Targets:
If all tracked targets are lost for a period of time, then the CyScan sensor will be unable to continue
1. Ensure that the dashboard is In Command, and that the Quality of the existing track is at least tracking. The dashboard will report this with an warning:
90%.
2. Locate a reflection on the BEV, or in the Reflections tab located in the Tracking Menu.
3. Select the additional target reflection symbols (see Selecting Targets for Multi-Target Tracking
on page 33). A number will be superimposed on each as they are clicked. These additional
reflections can be deselected by clicking on them again. Reflections already used for tracking
cannot be deselected.
4. Click on the Apply button to confirm and begin tracking.

Notes on Edit Tracking

• Single Target Tracking cannot be edited.
• During the Edit process, the existing tracking will continue to work. Any Edits made by the
user can be cancelled by pressing Cancel.
• We only allow additional targets to be tracked if the Quality of the existing track is >= 90%.
Targets cannot be removed from the existing track. These limitations are to prevent jumps in
the signal being sent to the DP feed. If the users wishes to alter the set of tracked targets in
this manner, they must first Stop Tracking. Once this state is reached, tracking will have ceased, and no DP feeds will be updated. The
operator will need to Stop Tracking, and select a new set of targets.

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Positional Display Modes 4.3 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

The relative positions of the CyScan vessel and single or multiple targets can Range & Bearing
be expressed either as Range and Bearing values, or as ‘x’ and ‘y’ positions on Range and Bearing mode displays the distance and the bearing of the primary
a rectangular coordinate frame. (or only) target from the sensor. The radial markers around the outside of
the BEV are zeroed in line with the vessel bow and a magenta tag marks the
During Single-Target Tracking the position of the tracked target can be bearing, which is the angle of the target clockwise from the bow.
displayed as either Range/Bearing or Bow/Starboard. For Multi-Target Tracking
the position of the tracked targets can be displayed as Range/Bearing or A/B/ In the case of multi-target tracking, there is also a heading axis. This always
Heading (see definition of A/B axes on page 33). passes through the primary target and it points through the secondary target.
A purple tag represents the heading, which is the angle of the vessel bow
Users can select the required mode by clicking the appropriate tab above the clockwise from the heading axis.
Data Quality area:

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Positional Display Modes (continued) 4.3 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

Bow and Starboard Axes

This mode is available for single-target tracking.

In this mode, the position of the sensor vessel is expressed in metres from
the target along Bow (B) and Starboard (S) axes which have their origin at the
target. The B and S coordinate axes are always parallel with the vessel’s own
axes.

Bow and Starboard Axes

A and B Axes (A Pos and B Pos)

This mode is available for multi-target tracking.

In this mode, the position of the sensor vessel is expressed in metres from the
target along A and B axes which have their origin at the primary target.

The axes are initially aligned with the multi-target group, with the A axis passing
through the secondary target. The vessel’s relative heading is measured
clockwise from the A axis.

The radial markers around the outside of the BEV are zeroed in the same
direction as the A axis, which acts as the heading axis. The purple heading tag
is aligned with the vessel bow, at the point on the scale that shows the angle of
the bow clockwise from the A axis. A and B Axes

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Selecting Targets for Multi-Target Tracking 4.4 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

Selecting Reflections
When you select a reflection as a target, make sure that it corresponds to the
actual target that you wish to track against. You can select up to 9 reflections to
form a multi-target group.

The first reflection that you select (target 1) becomes the primary target, which
forms the origin of the A and B coordinate axes.

The second reflection that you select (target 2) sets the default orientation of
the A and B coordinate axes.

A further 7 reflections can be added can be added to give redundancy to the

group if targets 1 or 2 are temporarily lost or obscured.

If more targets are mounted on the rig, then the superfluous ones should be
physically removed and not just omitted from the multi-target group.

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Selecting Targets for Multi-Target Tracking (continued) 4.4 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

3
Target Selection Order

Any additional targets (targets

3-9) will provide additional
redundancy to the tracking

1 2
The first target selected The second target
(the primary) becomes the selected (the
origin of the coordinate axes. secondary) sets the
default direction of the
A axis.

Axis B is always 90° Axis A runs from

clockwise to Axis A. the primary target
to the secondary.

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Selecting Targets for Multi-Target Tracking (continued) 4.4 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

Target Selection Order and Coordinate Axes Direction

The A and B coordinate axes point in different directions according to the order
in which targets 1 and 2 are selected.

By default, axis A runs from target 1 to target 2, and axis B is always drawn 90° B
clockwise from axis A.

Target 1 A Target 2 A
Target 2 Target 1

B Vessel Vessel

Target 1 on Left Target 1 on Right

• Axis A runs from left to right. • Axis A runs from right to left.
• Axis B points towards the CyScan vessel. Target • Axis B points away from the CyScan vessel.

The left-most reflection is selected as target 1 and The right-most reflection is selected as target 1
the right-most reflection as target 2. and the left-most reflection as target 2.

Axis A runs from left to right on the display. Reflective Axis A runs from right to left on the display.
Surface
Axis B is drawn 90° clockwise from axis A, and Key Axis B is drawn 90° clockwise from axis A, and
points towards the CyScan vessel on the display. points away from the CyScan vessel on the
display.

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Aligning Multi-Target Heading 4.5 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

This functionality is for use if you require the CyScan AS system to produce
a new heading based on a known reference heading rather than on the
orientation of the primary and secondary targets.

WARNING: You must deselect the CyScan AS sensor at the DP console

BEFORE commencing this operation.

Note: This operation is only available when multi-target tracking using DP

formats NMEA Raw or NMEA Primary. The Dashboard should also have A/B/H
selected in order that you can see the effect of your changes.

• Navigate to Advanced > Align Heading

• Key the required heading value into the numerical entry box and click
Preview.
• Alternatively, move the red compass needle to the required position, either
by clicking and dragging it or by repeatedly clicking the small +/- buttons.
• Press Apply (on the Apply-Cancel pop-up) to confirm.

When you align the multi-target heading, the A and B axes orientation and
position coordinates are recalculated so that they correspond with the new
heading value.

The heading and position coordinate data sent to the DP system will change
suddenly when you confirm the new alignment.

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GeoLock Mode 4.6 4 Single and Multi-Target Tracking

GeoLock mode is configured and enabled in the CyScan Service Interface (see Using Manual Control
94-0559-C CyScan AS Installers Guide). 1. Click on the Resume button if the sensor is suspended.
2. Click on the Take Command button if the CyScan Dashboard is not
GeoLock mode uses a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) input already in In Command mode.
which is monitored by the CyScan software. Once the CyScan is within 3. Click on Edit GeoLock.
a predetermined distance of the coordinates given in the configuration it 4. Select the correct constellation from the drop-down menu.
automatically attempts to start navigation off the targets (called a constellation) 5. Tick GeoLock Manual Activation.
described in the same configuration, even if the sensor is currently suspended. 6. Click on the Apply button to confirm.

The GeoLock data is accessed via the Tracking button. The GeoLock pane
contains three pieces of information and the Manual Control.

Input Position

Output Position

Input Position - As reported by the GNSS. Tracking Information

Output Position - Calculated by the CyScan from the configuration data and
its position relative to the targets.

Tracking Information - Shows the name of the constellation being used as

given when the configuration data was created in the CyScan Service Interface.

Manual Control - This is used to manually activate GeoLock. This is useful if

there is a problem with the GNSS input. Manual Control

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5. Multi-Dashboard (Ethernet) CyScan Systems
5.1 CyScan Ethernet Dashboard - Monitoring Mode 40
5.2 CyScan Ethernet Dashboard - In Command Mode 41

Note: A CyScan system running with Serial communications supports only a

single Dashboard, and whenever this is running and connected to the sensor, it
is effectively in command mode.

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CyScan Ethernet Dashboard - Monitoring Mode 5.1 5 Multi-Dashboard (Ethernet) CyScan Systems

CyScan, when configured to run with Ethernet communications, supports multiple Dashboards running
simultaneously on the same system. No more than one of these can be In Command mode at any given time; the
others are in Monitoring mode.

When the Dashboard is running in Monitoring mode, the controls relating to the Dashboard itself will be active, but
those relating to the CyScan sensor will be disabled. A Monitoring Dashboard displays the same reflections and
positional data as the In Command Dashboard. It cannot initiate or stop tracking operations, alter the power control,
reflection filtering or tilt settings.

To switch a Dashboard from In Command mode to Monitoring Mode

1. Click on the Guidance button.
2. Click on the Relinquish Command button.

Examples of inactive controls in Monitoring Mode

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CyScan Ethernet Dashboard - In Command Mode 5.2 5 Multi-Dashboard (Ethernet) CyScan Systems

When the CyScan Dashboard is running in Command mode all control functions are available. Any changes made
to the tracking or sensor-related settings at the In Command Dashboard will be visible on the screens of the
Monitoring Dashboards. On the other hand, display options such as Screen Brightness or Zoom level can be set
differently on each individual Dashboard, whether it is Monitoring or In Command.

When the In Command Dashboard is used to suspend the CyScan sensor, a message will appear on the screens of
the Monitoring Dashboards indicating that the system is suspended. The same message is displayed if a Dashboard
is opened whilst the sensor is suspended (See Start Up and Shut Down on page 10).

In this state, clicking the Resume button on any Dashboard will automatically put that Dashboard In Command.
Clicking Exit will close that individual Dashboard only.

Whenever the system is running, a Monitoring Dashboard can be promoted to In Command as shown on the right.

To switch a Dashboard from Monitoring mode to In Command Mode

1. Click on the Guidance button.
2. Click on the Take Command button.
The dashboard will start in Monitoring
mode if there is already an In command
client connected to the system.

Examples of controls available only in In Command Mode Command of the system can be taken by
pressing the Take Command button.

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6. Support Information
6.1 Serial Numbers and Software Versions 43
6.2 DP Feed 44
6.3 Manual Power Control 45
6.4 Ethernet Sensor Data Logging 46
6.5 Serial Sensor Data Logging 47

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Serial Numbers and Software Versions 6.1 6 Support Information

These numbers identify the hardware configuration and product revision and
will be requested by Wärtsilä Guidance Marine in the event of an application
service or support call to the company.

Product Label
The Part Number and Serial Number can be found on the product label affixed
to each unit.

Software Version Information

The About System pane provides version information about the Dashboard and
the software components within the CyScan sensor. It also contains the serial
number of the sensor.

To Display the About System Pane

1. Click on the Advanced button. CyScan sensor CyScan sensor
2. Click on the About System button. part number serial number

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DP Feed 6.2 6 Support Information

The DP Feed is the data that CyScan transmits to the vessel’s Dynamic
Positioning system. CyScan supports several different data message formats
and it is important that CyScan and the DP system are both configured to
use matching formats. However, this cannot be done from the Dashboard; in
order to change the CyScan DP settings, use the CyScan Service Interface
(see document 94-0559-C CyScan AS Installer’s Guide, which also contains
descriptions of the available DP message formats).

The state of the sensor’s DP output channel, the message format used and the
most recent data output can be viewed on the Dashboard.

To View DP Feed Details:

1. Click on the Advanced button on the side bar.
2. Click on the DP Feed button on the menu pane.

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Manual Power Control 6.3 6 Support Information

Note: The Dashboard needs to be In command mode to make any changes.

Manual Power Control can be used to switch off the normal automatic power
control for the rotor on the CyScan Sensor and to apply and adjust a fixed
constant power instead.

To Enable Manual Power Control:

1. Click on the Tracking button on the side bar.
2. Click on the Reflections tab, if not already in focus.
3. Click on the Manual Control tick box, in the Power Control panel.

To Use Manual Power Control:

1. Adjust the power level by clicking on the left or right hand side of the
control until the required value is displayed.
2. Click on the Apply button to confirm the changes.

To Disable Manual Power Control:

1. Click on the Manual Control tick box and on the Apply button to confirm.
2. The tick box will clear and the Power Level control will be removed.

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Ethernet Sensor Data Logging 6.4 6 Support Information

This is for Ethernet connected sensor Data Logging only. Taking Screenshots
The Screenshot option records every
detail of the current screen and stores
The system automatically generates a set of operation logs that can be it as a bitmap image. Screenshots can
analysed by a service engineer to diagnose any system faults. It generates be analysed by a service engineer or
these at all times. e-mailed to Wärtsilä Guidance Marine
Limited in the same way as log files.
Logs can be e-mailed to Wärtsilä Guidance Marine Limited
([email protected]) or to your DP Supplier in the event of Screenshots are stored with the data
a problem. logs and are included when data logs
are exported.
Exporting Data Logs The Grab Screenshot Button
The most recent data logs can be exported to a removable drive on the To Take a Screenshot
Dashboard computer. There are two alternative ways:

• Click on the Hotkeys tab. Click on

Grab Screenshot.
• Press the F10 key.

Extended Data Logging

When the Log Extended Data box
is ticked, extra information will be
included in all data logs that are
recorded. This may be useful as a
short-term measure for diagnosing a
particular problem, but in general the
To Export Data Logs box should be left unticked in order to
1. Insert a USB or other removable drive into the Dashboard computer. conserve disk space.
2. Navigate to Advanced > Data Logger.
3. Select the period for which you wish to export logs (Last Hour, Last 4 To Enable Extended Data Logging:
Hours, etc).
4. Select destination drive from the drop-down list, if not already displayed 1. Navigate to Advanced > Data
(click on the Refresh button to refresh the list of available USB drives). Logger.
5. Click on Export Data Logs. 2. Tick the Log Extended Data box.

Either before or during the export operation, the Refresh button can be used to
update the Available Space field.

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Serial Sensor Data Logging 6.5 6 Support Information

This is for Serial connected sensor Data Logging only.

The system automatically generates a set of operation logs that can be analysed by a
service engineer to diagnose any system faults. It generates these at all times.

Logs can be e-mailed to Wärtsilä Guidance Marine Limited

([email protected]) or to your DP Supplier in the event of a
problem.

Exporting Data Logs

The most recent data logs can be exported to a removable drive on the Dashboard
computer.

To Export Data Logs

1. Insert a USB or other removable drive into the Dashboard computer.
2. Navigate to Advanced > Data Logger.
3. Select the period for which you wish to export logs (Last Hour, Last 4 Hours, etc).
4. Select destination drive from the drop-down list, if not already displayed (click on
the Refresh button to refresh the list of available USB drives).
5. Click on Export Data Logs.

Either before or during the export operation, the Refresh button can be used to
update the Available Space field.

Alternative Export Methods

Exporting data logs from a Serial sensor can take a long time, depending on the selected time period and the size of the data logs.
After clicking the Export Data Logs button, the dashboard will display (within a minute) an estimated time of how long the process
will take.

If the estimated time is too long for you to wait, then we advise changing the sensor configuration from Serial to an Ethernet
connection and then restart the steps again. This will decrease the exporting time significantly.

Note: the debug logs, event log, service history, and the active unzipped log files, are not exported on a Serial sensor.

Please see 94-0559-C CyScan AS Installers Guide on how to reconfigure the sensor to an Ethernet sensor configuration.

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7. Troubleshooting
If you experience problems when installing or using the CyScan system, please
check through this Troubleshooting section for a possible solution. It contains
the following pages:

7.1 Problems and Possible Remedies 49

7.2 Cleaning the Sensor and Targets 50
7.3 CyScan Fuse Information 51

If your problem is not listed or you cannot resolve the issue, please contact the
system installer or equipment provider who are trained to assist with installation
and operational problems.

If the problem cannot be resolved by the system installer or equipment

provider, please contact Wärtsilä Guidance Marine Limited:

Contact Details
UK Support: +44 116 229 2665
(365 days a year, 08:00 - 20:00 hours UTC)
[email protected]

USA Support: +1 504 305-1120

[email protected]

Asia Support: +65 6734 6365

[email protected]

Web: www.guidance.eu.com/customer-support

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Problems and Possible Remedies 7.1 7 Troubleshooting

No communication between CyScan Dashboard and the Sensor System appears to be operational but no reflections are
• The Dashboard screen turns grey, the Primary Status Display reads displayed within CyScan Dashboard
“Communications ERROR” and the Secondary reads “Unable to • Check that the dynamic and static blanking zones are configured correctly.
communicate with the sensor”. Click the Disconnect button then the • Clean the CyScan sensor window. (See Cleaning the Sensor and Targets
Connect button. on page 50).
• Check the power and client connections to the sensor. • Check whether there are any reflections listed on the Reflections menu and
• Check that the unit is displaying the current time on the sensor information that the Zoom control on the main screen is set appropriately.
display. If it is showing any errors then power cycle the sensor. • Check that the Tilt controls are set appropriately.
• Check that the data feed converter is powered (yellow LED on) and that the • Check that the Power controls on the Reflections menu are set appropriately.
outer transmit/receive lights are flashing once every couple of seconds (i.e. • Check that the Range Filters on the Reflections menu are set appropriately.
the Dashboard is trying to establish communications with the sensor unit).
Under normal conditions the outer LEDs should flash first followed by the System is operational but is not tracking
inner two LEDs flashing in response (the sensor unit answering with data).
• Check that the sensor has a clear view of the targets.
• Check that the blanking zones are not blocking targets from view.
Rotor does not rotate • In the case of Multi-Target tracking, check that a suitable set of targets has
• Check the temperature of the unit is above -15°C degrees. Below this the been selected (see Selecting Targets for Multi-Target Tracking on page
rotor is prevented from spinning to protect the sensor mechanics. 34).
• Check that the Dashboard is not showing a ‘Motor Stall’ alarm, if so suspend
and then resume the unit to restart the motor. System tracking but no data is received at the DP system
• The sensor rotor might be prevented from rotating due to mechanical
blockage. Investigate and remove blockage. • Check the DP Feed connection from the sensor.
• Check the sensor information display on the system unit. Ensure that there • Check that the DP Message Format matches the configuration of the vessel’s
are no errors displayed. Otherwise power cycle the unit and observe the DP system.
messages on the display.
• Check for ice build up under the rotor. Remove any ice which may be System operates correctly but in cold weather loses targets
present. • Check for condensation or ice on targets. Clean if necessary.
• Check for condensation or ice on the window of the sensor. Clean if
necessary.

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Cleaning the Sensor and Targets 7.2 7 Troubleshooting

To maintain the CyScan Sensor in good working order it is important that its
optical elements are kept free of contamination.

To clean the optical window

Use a lint-free cloth with IPA spray to carefully wipe the optical window. If the
material on the window is difficult to remove, warm soapy water with a non-
abrasive cloth may be used to clear the window.

To clean the targets

In dirty environments the reflective faces of the targets should be cleaned
regularly for best viewing.

Under icy or frosty conditions, the targets should be cleared of any

condensation or ice.

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CyScan Fuse Information 7.3 7 Troubleshooting

The CyScan system contains two replaceable fuses, one for the Live and the
other for the Neutral. These are located on the connector board as shown
below.

Connector Board Fuse

Please refer to the Installer’s Guide for details on how to access the connector
board.

To remove a fuse from its housing, fit a flat-head screwdriver into the slot in the
insert - then push it in and turn it anti-clockwise until the insert releases and can
be pulled out.

Reverse the above procedure to replace the fuse.

Both fuses have the same specification. Live

Ensure the replacement fuse has the same specification as the original fuse.

The fuses should be 5 x 20mm anti-surge glass fuses rated for 250V. The
current rating should be determined by the table below. Neutral

Voltage Supply 230V 110V

Normal Operation 630mA 630mA
Low Temperature Operation 1A 2A

Normal operation is where the sensor is operated at -10°C or above.

Operating at below this temperature we have additional internal heaters which

warm the unit at start-up

CAUTION: DOUBLE POLE/NEUTRAL FUSING

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8. Additional Information
8.1 Target Types 53
8.2 Targets Installation and Position 54
8.3 Low Temperature Operation 55
8.4 Using the On Screen Keyboard 56
8.5 Working with Alarms 57
8.6 Using the Current and Hisotric Alarms 58
8.7 Network Communication Settings 59
8.8 CyScan System Specifications 60
8.9 Index 61

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Target Types 8.1 8 Additional Information

CyScan can operate successfully with flat, cylindrical or prism targets. Targets
can be bought online from www.marine.direct.

Cylindrical Targets Prism Targets Absolute Signature Prism

Cylindrical targets can be used up to Prism clusters with multiple 6cm elements AS Prism with multiple 6cm elements for
approximately 300 metres. They can be hung for extended range operations. Variable extended range operations. A fixed layout
over the side of the structure/vessel and configurations allow for optimisation of the AS Prism includes a robust housing, brightly-
secured at either end. visible reflection, visible reflection level or coloured for easy identification. The AS prism
reflected power. A fixed layout rugged version has a black tinted lens filter which gives it a
Part number: 20-0078-0-B includes a robust housing, brightly-coloured unique signature that the CyScan AS sensor
for easy identification. can exclusively identify as the AS prism
1.9m cylindrical reflector)
Part number: 20-0197-2 target.
Part number: 20-0232-3

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Targets Installation and Position 8.2 8 Additional Information

Target Installation
Key to the operation of the CyScan system is the correct installation of targets.
Please follow the guidelines given below when installing targets on the structure/

45
vessel.
Once the targets are installed, their relative positions can be automatically VI o
ANEWAB
surveyed by the system.

Installation Tips
GLE LE 45 o
• Targets should be placed in positions where the sensor can see them while
the vessel is within the expected working area. Consider vertical position as
0 VI
ANEWAB
well as horizontal. The targets should ideally be mounted at the same height GLE LE
as the sensor.
• Cylindrical targets can be viewed from any angle equally well.

Optimum Spacing for Multiple Targets

• Targets should be positioned with unequal spacing between them – this
helps the system to distinguish between specific targets. For example, with
a typical mooring distance of 40-80m using three targets, suitable spacing
between the targets would be 10m and 20m – giving a total spread of 30m.
• Targets should be placed no closer than 5m together. Ideally they should be
placed 10m or more apart.

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Low Temperature Operation 8.3 8 Additional Information

Introduction Technical Considerations

The CyScan sensor is a precision electromechanical device with hardware • The CyScan sensor uses a sophisticated rotating infrared laser range-finder
components that, of necessity, are mounted in an external position on a vessel’s to accurately measure the distance and bearing to retro-reflective targets
superstructure. It is recognised that industrial marine operations may subject that are placed at specific locations in the working area. Movement sensors
these components to harsh environments, including low temperature. allow mechanically driven optics to compensate for vessel motion due to
The CyScan hardware complies with the requirements of IEC 60068-2-1 and is wave action. The internal mechanism may become disabled if it is allowed to
able to operate for prolonged periods at temperatures down to – 25°C provided cool in a low temperature environment.
that certain operating conditions are maintained. • A safety interlock prevents activation of the range-finder laser if the scanner
If there is a requirement for CyScan to operate at temperatures below -25°C, rotor head stops or is prevented from rotating by ice build-up.
contact Wärtsilä Guidance Marine. • View of the retro-reflective targets will be obscured by a build-up of ice
on either the optical window of the scanner or the surface of the targets
Operating Conditions (N.B. ice has poor reflective properties at the infra-red frequency used by
CyScan).
The following recommendations are made for low temperature use:
• If it is necessary for the system to be switched on after a prolonged period
at temperatures below 5°C (and down to – 25°C) the sensor will warm itself,
but will require some time to reach optimum operating condition.
• If the unit is switched on after a period at temperatures between -15 to
-25°C it will not communicate with the Dashboard, the VFD will remain blank
and the rotor will not rotate until the internal temperature of the base unit
rises above -15°C.
• When the system is not in use (i.e. un-powered or suspended) the sensor
should be protected by means of a suitable insulating and protective cover
to prevent the external build-up of ice.

For operation below – 25°C additional forced air heating must be provided.
Do not use exhaust emissions as these contain particulates which will
degrade the optics.

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Using the On Screen Keyboard 8.4 8 Additional Information

In order to accommodate systems without keyboards, CyScan Dashboard In the case of a numerical field, the OSK is restricted to the appropriate keys:
provides an onscreen Keyboard (OSK) option. This enables text to be input using
only a mouse pointer or touch screen.

To enable the on-screen keyboard

If, during installation, you indicated that the Dashboard would be used with a
touch screen, the OSK will already be enabled.
Otherwise, click F11 or the Enable On Screen Keyboard button in the
Dashboard Hotkeys menu.

To use the on-screen keyboard

Simply click on any text entry field and the OSK will pop-up ready for use:

When you have finished using the OSK, proceed to the next relevant action (e.g.
clicking on the Apply button), or else click on a different part of the screen, and
the OSK will disappear.

Click on the necessary keys on the on-screen keyboard using your mouse or by
tapping the touch screen.

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Working with Alarms 8.5 8 Additional Information

During operation, the CyScan system produces an audit trail of event messages. Filtering Alarms
These range in increasing order of severity from: Information, Warning, and Error A filter is available to suppress the display of particular alarm by severity. By default, the
to Fatal. As these alarms are raised, the Dashboard lists them within the Alarms filter is activated and causes information messages to be hidden.
pane.
Click on any alarm to display details about it in the right-hand section of the
Alarm pane: Click on the Alarm Filter button to toggle between activated and de-activated .
Click on the Filter Selection button to choose which types of alarm are to be filtered out:

The severity and current state of an alarm are reflected in its colour and shape:
• Information—grey symbols
• Warning—orange symbols
• Error—red symbols
Alarm types that are ticked are always displayed in the alarms list, un-ticked types are
• Fatal—red symbols hidden when the filter is activated.

The arrowhead Symbol indicates that an alarm condition is persisting aka Active
alarms; an alarm in this state will show a Start time but not a Stop time.
The square Symbol means that the alarm condition no longer exists aka
Stopped alarms, therefore the alarm will show both Start and Stop times.
The pause Symbol indicates an instantaneous alarm. In this case, the Start and
Stop times are identical.
When an Error or Fatal alarm is raised, the Alarms pane is opened automatically
and the Advanced button in the side bar is shaded red as in the example above.
If the pane is closed, the Advanced button returns to its normal grey shading.
Additionally, after a Fatal alarm has been raised, close the Dashboard, power
down the sensor and restart the system especially error and fatal alarms, to click
on the alarm and act on the details where necessary, e.g. reconnect/reboot,
contact support, etc.

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Using the Current and Historic Alarms Lists 8.6 8 Additional Information

Using the Historic Alarm List

The Alarms tab has two alarms lists:
• The Current Alarms List displays new alarms (since the last start of the
Dashboard software).
• The Historic Alarms List is used to store alarms that have been cleared
from the current list.
Current alarms are automatically transferred to the Historic alarms list when the
Dashboard is closed.
Items in the Current List cannot be deleted, they may only be moved to the
Historic List.

Only items in the Historic List can be permanently deleted.

To accept alarms in the current list

1. Navigate to Advanced > Alarms and ensure that the Current Alarms tab is
in focus.
2. Select the alarms that you wish to move into the Historic list:
To accept one alarm—Click on the required entry and click on the
button.
To accept all alarms—Click on the button and click Apply to confirm.
Note: This will not apply to alarms that have been hidden by the filter
mechanism.

To accept alarms in the current list

1. Navigate to Advanced > Alarms and ensure that the Historic Alarms tab is
in focus.
2. Select the alarms to delete:
To delete one alarm – click on the alarm entry and then on the button.
To delete all alarms – click on the button and click Apply to confirm.
Note: This will not apply to alarms that have been hidden by the filter
mechanism.

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Network Communication Settings 8.7 8 Additional Information

The Comms Settings menu pane displays the configuration of communications

between the Dashboard and sensor. This menu only changes the local
dashboard record of the sensor IP address. Changing the sensor’s IP
address (stored in the connect.ini file) is NOT possible from the dashboard
but IS possible from the CSI Network Config tab ‘Sensor on-board network
configuration’ section. (see document 94-0363-4 CyScan Installer’s Guide).

To View the Network Comms Settings:

1. Click on the Advanced button on the sidebar.
2. Click on the Comms Settings button on the menu pane.

To Modify the Dashboard’s Record of the Sensor’s IP Address:

1. Navigate to Advanced > Comms Settings.
2. Click on the Edit button.
3. Modify the IP Address field as required. Ethernet Communications Serial Communications
4. Click on Apply to confirm.

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CyScan AS System Specifications 8.8 8 Additional Information

Sensor Vessel Interface

Laser Source Pulsed laser diodes Sensor Power 85 - 264 VAC, max 130W
Laser Classification Class 1M Sensor Control Electical Ethernet100Base-T or Serial RS422
Operating Range (nominal) 10 - 2500m (dependant on target size and Interface
atmospheric conditions) Sensor Control Software Up to 10 simultaneous consoles (Ethernet).
Range Resolution 0.01m (DP feed dependant) Single control console for serial connected
sensors
Range Noise 50mm*
Sensor DP Feed 2 x RS422 (Ethernet controlled sensors) or 1
Bearing Noise 0.2 mrad
x RS422 (Serial connected sensor)
Beam Shape 12o vertical, 0.13o horizontal
Supported DP Telegram NMEA0183R NMEA0183P, ASCII17, MDL
Total Vertical Coverage 52o Formats standard, MDL Multi-Target, Nautronix
Wave Motion Compensation Single axis gimbal, +/- 20o absolute range Standard, Kongsberg
Maximum Detectable Targets 30 Custom DP Telegrams Kongsberg BCD, Artemis Mk IV, Marine
Maximum Trackable Targets 9 Technologies, Rolls Royce

Levelling Optics Sensor Weight & Dimensions

Active Axis Single axis with automatic dynamic stepper Width 405mm
control Depth 407mm
Tilt Compensation -20 to +20 roll and pitch (combined)
o o Height 565mm
Sensors 3 axis solid state gyros and accelerometers, Weight 28kg
2 axis inclinometer
Total Vertical 52o (mechnical + optical)
Flight Case
Wave Motion Compensation +5o for 5 second wave period
System Dimensions 680 x 570 x 910mm
(typical)
System Weight ca. 78kg (typical accessories)

Environmental
Targets
Operating Temperature Range Min: -25oC Max: 55oC
See page 51
Ingress Protection Rating IP66 rated
Standards Compliance EN60945, IEC60825
EMC Certificate CE Certified, FCC Part 15(a)

*Measured at 200m on a cylinder target

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Index 8.9 8 Additional Information

A Serial 47 Operating
DP Feed 8, 31, 44 Conditions 55
A and B Axes 32, 33, 34, 35 Optical Window 8
Absolute Signature 28 E
Absolute Signature Prism 50 P
E-mail 46
Absolute Signature Target 28 Part Number
Access Plate 8 F CyScan Sensor 43
Alarms 57 Part Numbers
Fuse Information 51
A Pos 32, 33, 34, 35 Cylindrical Target 53
Axis Orientation 34 G Prisms 53
Examples 36 AS Prisms 53
GeoLock 6, 10, 38 Phone 48
B Positional
H
Information Quality 19
Base Plate 8
Bird's Eye View (BEV) 13 Hotkeys 16 Positional Display Modes 30
Dynamic blanking zone 13, 22, 49 Power 8, 24, 49
L
Bow and Starboard Axes 33 Prism
Labels 43 Targets 53
B Pos 32, 33, 34, 35
Low Temperature Operation 55 Problems and Possible Remedies 49
C Product Labels 43
M
Cleaning 50 R
Contact Details 48 Manually Tilting the Scanner 27
Wärtsilä Guidance Marine 48 Manual Power Control 45 Range & Bearing 32
Command Mode 10, 23, 29, 41 Monitoring Mode 40 Reflection 14, 24
Coordinate Axes Direction 36 Multiple Target Spacing 54 Resume 41
Cylindrical Targets 53 Multi-Target Tracking 30, 31, 34, 35, 36 Rotor 8, 10, 12, 25, 45
CyScan Sensor Part Names 8 S
N
D Non-AS Target 29 Scanner Tilt
Network Communication Settings 59 Controls 26
Dashboard 7, 11
Screen Layout 12, 13
Data Logs 46
Selecting Reflections 14, 34
Day Night Mode 20
O Selecting Targets 13, 34
Display Settings 20
Sensor Part Names 8
Data Logging On Screen Keyboard 56
Ethernet 46

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Index (continued) 8.9 8 Additional Information

Serial Number Using the Historic Alarm List 58

CyScan Sensor 43
Sidebar 15 V
Single-target navigation 30 Vessel Heading 30, 36
Software Versions 43 Vessel Orientation 21
Spacing Multiple Targets 54
Starboard Axes 32
Sub-zero Temperatures 55
Suspended 10, 40
System Logging 43
System Specifications 60

T
Target
AS Prism 53
AS Target 29
Cylindrical 53
Installation 54, 55
Installation Tips 54
Non-AS Target 29
Position 54
Prism 53
Spacing 54
Symbols 29
Types 57
Temperature 55

Tilt
Controls 26
Mode 26
Tracking
Multi-target 30
Overview 28
Quality 19
Single-target 28

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