OPERATOR'S MANUAL

DOPPLER SPEEDLOG

Model DS-50

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P2 : FEB . 01, 2019
Pub. No. OME-72410-P2
( ETMI ) DS-50

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IMPORTANT NOTICES
General
• The operator of this equipment must read and follow the descriptions in this manual.
Wrong operation or maintenance can cancel the warranty or cause injury.
• Do not copy any part of this manual without written permission from FURUNO.
• If this manual is lost or worn, contact your dealer about replacement.
• The contents of this manual and equipment specifications can change without notice.
• The example screens (or illustrations) shown in this manual can be different from the
screens you see on your display. The screens you see depend on your system
configuration and equipment settings.
• Save this manual for future reference.
• Any modification of the equipment (including software) by persons not authorized by
FURUNO will cancel the warranty.
• All brand and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of
their respective holders.

How to discard this product

Discard this product according to local regulations for the disposal of industrial waste. For
disposal in the USA, see the homepage of the Electronics Industries Alliance
(http://www.eiae.org/) for the correct method of disposal.

How to discard a used battery

Some FURUNO products have a battery(ies). To see if your product has a battery(ies), see
the chapter on Maintenance. Follow the instructions below if a battery(ies) is used.
In the European Union
The crossed-out trash can symbol indicates that all types of
batteries must not be discarded in standard trash, or at a trash
site. Take the used batteries to a battery collection site
according to your national legislation and the Batteries Directive
Cd
2006/66/EU.
In the USA
The Mobius loop symbol (three chasing arrows) indicates that
Ni-Cd and lead-acid rechargeable batteries must be recycled.
Take the used batteries to a battery collection site according to
local laws.
Ni-Cd Pb

In the other countries

There are no international standards for the battery recycle symbol. The number of symbols
can increase when the other countries make their own recycling symbols in the future.

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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not use the equipment for other than
Do not open the equipment. its intended purpose.

Only qualified personnel Improper use of the equipment can result

should work inside the in personal injury or equipment damage.
equipment.
Turn off the equipment immediately if
Immediately turn off the power at the you feel it is abnormal.
switchboard if water leaks into the
equipment or an object is dropped into Turn off the power from the switchboard if
the equipment. the equipment is emitting strange noises
or becomes excessively hot. Contact your
Continued use of the equipment can cause dealer for advice.
fire or electrical shock. Contact a FURUNO
agent for service. The useable ambient temperature range
is 15°C to 55°C.
Do not place liquid-filled containers on
the top of the equipment. Do not use the equipment out of the
above temperature range.
Fire or electrical shock can result if the
liquid spills into the equipment. Do not place objects around the
equipment.
Do not disassemble or modify the
equipment. Overheating may result.

Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can Do not power the equipment when the
result. transducer is in air.

Keep the equipment away from rain The transducer may become damaged.
and water splash.
Handle all units carefully.
Fire or electrical shock can result if the
rain or water gets into the equipment. Damage can lead to corrosion.

Do not operate the equipment with wet Do not use chemical cleaners such as
hands. alcohol, acetone and benzine to clean
the equipment.
Electrical shock can result.
Chemical cleaners can remove paint and
Keep heater away from equipment. markings. Use only a soft, dry cloth. For
stubborn dirt, use a soft cloth moistened
A heater can melt the equipment's power with water-diluted mild detergent.
cord, which can cause fire or electrical
shock. When dry docked remove marine life
from the transducer.
Use the proper fuse.
Remove marine life to maintain good
Fuse rating is shown on the equipment. sensitivity.
Use of a wrong fuse can result in damage
to the equipment. Do not paint the transducer face.
Further, handle the transducer with
care.

Paint will affect equipment performance.

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WARNING LABEL
A warning label is attached to the
units shown right. Do not remove the
labels. If a label is missing or is illegible,
contacta FURUNO dealer or agent about
replacement. MAIN DISPLAY UNIT
Name: Warning Label (1) DS-500 Warning
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, do not Type: 86-003-1011-1 label
remove cover. No user-serviceable Code No.: 100-236-231
parts inside.

PROCESSOR UNIT
DS-510, DS-511

TRANSCEIVER UNIT
DS-520

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................ 1

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................. 2

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................... 5

OPERATION ........................................................................................................................ 6
Controls and Indications on the Main Display Unit ........................................................... 6
Turning on the Power, Adjusting Panel Dimmer .............................................................. 8
Selecting Speed Tracking Mode ......................................................................................... 9
Selecting Unit of Speed Measurement................................................................................ 9
Displaying Distance Run or Keel Clearance ...................................................................... 9
Setting Distance Run ........................................................................................................ 10
System Settings ................................................................................................................. 11

CONTROL BOX (option) OPERATION .................................................................. 13

MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................ 14

Preventive Maintenance .................................................................................................... 14
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 15
Operation Checks .............................................................................................................. 15
Error Displays......................................................................................................................... 17
Program Number .............................................................................................................. 17

PRINCIPLE OF DOPPLER SPEED LOG ............................................................... 18

DIGITAL INTERFACE (IEC 61162-1 EDITION 2) ..................................... 19

LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS.........................................................................22

Declaration of Conformity

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 INTRODUCTION
The FURUNO DS-50 is a highly advanced, precision Doppler Speed Log incorporating FURUNO's
advanced computer technology. The DS-50 provides accurate display of speed over a wide range
from dead slow to 40 kn Speeds are detected relative to ground or water both fore/aft and athwart ship.
This feature ensures the safety and efficiency of navigation for ships operated under SOLAS 1974
and other ships.

Features
• Ground speed and water speed measurements. Three beam arrangement for highly accurate and
stable measurement.
• •Highly accurate speed measurement in shallow waters with under keel clearance as little as1
meter, enabling close control of speed for safe berthing and anchoring operations.
• •Ground tracking speed measured between 1 and 200 meters for accurate speed measurement in
coastal waters.
• •Wide variety of both analog and digital displays optionally available for remote monitoring.
• •Analog speed data and distance run signal, fed to various onboard equipment for improving
bridge automation.
• Conforms to the following standards: IMO A.824(19), as amended by MSC.96(72),
IMOA.694(17), IEC 61023, IEC 60945 (3rd edition), IEC 61162-1 (2nd edition).

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 SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
1. Ultrasonic frequency 440 kHz

2. Number of beams 3 beams for dual-axis speed indication

3. Measuring range and accuracy

Ship’s speed Fore/aft: -10.0 to +40.0kn
Port-Starboard: -9.9 to +9.9kn
Working depth Ground tracking: 1 to 200 m beneath the keel
Water tracking: 3 to 25 m below hull bottom. (It will change by
installation conditions and surrounding water conditions of
transducer. The measuring accuracy will be reduced for the
depth shallower than 30 m.)
Total distance run 0 to 99999.99 NM
Accuracy (ship’s speed) 1.0% or 0.1kn, whichever is greater. Rolling ±10°, pitching±5°

4. Display
Main display unit LED, Color: orange
Digital indicator LCD or LED
Nominal viewing distance 1m
Brilliance control Duty cycle of ON/OFF

5. Input/Output signals
Input External keying pulse: 2 ports
Output Ship’s speed: 2 ports (digital) 1 port (analog or through
distribution box)
Distance signal: 1 port (400 p/NM, forward data only)
Distance signal: 6 ports with contact closure signal,
200 p/NM, contact capacity 30 V, max 0.2A,
forward data only.
Alarm signal: 1 port (contact closure signal, contact
capacity 30 V, max 0.2 A)
Keying pulse: 1 port
Digital interface IEC 61162-1 2nd Edition: 2 ports VBW, VTG, VHW, VLW
(VTG is not output when these abed is not acquired. Heading
data in VTG and VHW is" null".)

6. Power supply 100/110/115/220 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz

7. Environmental conditions Standards: IEC 945 test methods

In-bridge units -15°C to +55°C
Relative humidity 95% at 40°C
Magnetic field No influence

Note: Performance may be affected by air bubbles, interference and other factors.

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Specifications of DS-350/351 Digital Display (option)
1. Display device DS-350: LCD, DS-351: LED

2. Indication
Speed Fore/Starboard: .
Unit Port/Starboard: .
Direction (Fore/Aft), (Port/Starboard)
Mode Ground or Water tracking
Depth (clearance) . m

3. Other features Dimmer controls, Mode selector, Unit of speed selector

4. Power consumption DS-350: 12 VA, DS-351: 44 VA

Specifications of DS-370 Distribution Box (option)

1. Input signal (TTL level) Digital speed signal
Log signal (400 p/NM)
Alarm signal
Power on/off signal

2. Output signal The following output boards are available optionally.

(1) OTX board Serial signal for DS-350/351 Digital Indicator and/or cascade
connection of DS-370 Distribution Box (1 port /1board)

(2) ODD board BCD serial signal for DS-720/DS-370/DS-377 Digital Display
(Analog current signal for analog display, 1 board), -2.5mA to
10.0 mA/-10kn to 40kn or -3.33mA to 10.0mA/ - 10kn to 30kn

(3) OAD board Analog current signal for analog display, 1 board, -2.5mA to
10.0 mA/-10kn to 40kn or -3.33mA to 10.0 mA/-10kn to 30kn

(4) OLG board For Distance Indicator (1 port /1 board) and Log signal (3 ports
/1 board, 200/400 p/NM contact closure signal, 30V/0.2A or
RS-422 current loop signal). One Log signal port can be
modified for Fore/aft status signal port (contact closure signal,
30 V/0.2A or RS-422 current loop signal).

(5) OAC board Ship’s speed current voltage signal (1 port /1 board), Cur-rent
signal (4.0mA to 20.0 mAI-10kn to max, speed,
max impedance: 250 ohms)

(6) OAV board Ship’s speed voltage signal (1 port / 1board), voltage signal
(-2.50 to 10.0 V/-10kn to 40kn, -3.33 V to 10.0 V/-10kn to
30kn, -4.00 V to 10.0 V/-10kn to 25kn, -5.00 V
to10.0V/-10kn to 20kn,max,impedance: l kohm)+ Fore aft
status signal (RS-422 current loop)

3. Power supply and power consumption

115/230 VAC, 1φ,50/60 Hz, 50 VA max

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Specifications of DS-381SeriesAnalogDisplay (option)
1. Indication system Dual range system

2. Panel dimensions φ200 mm

3. Power consumption 5 VA approx.

Specifications of DS-382SeriesAnalogDisplay (option)

1. Indication system Dual range system

2. Panel dimensions φ200 mm

3. Power consumption 5 VA approx.

Specifications of DS-501 Control Box (option)

1. Installation method Flush mount

2. Power consumption 200mW max

3. Illumination LED

Specifications of DS-760 Series Analog Display (option)

1. Indication range -10 to 30kn

2. Panel dimensions DS-761/762: φ200 mm

DS-763: φ100 mm

3. Power consumption 5 VA approx.

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 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
MAIN DISPLAY UNIT
DS-500
CONTROL BOX
DS-501 (option)

DIGITAL DISPLAY
SIGNAL POWER cable DS-350/351 (option)
cable
RANGE ANALOG INDICATOR
SWITCH BOX DS-381/382
DS-389, HF-22A MF-22A

PROCESSOR
UNIT DS-511/510

SHIP’S MAINS
115/230 VAC,

DISTRIBUTION BOX
DS-370 (option)
JUNCTION BOX
DS-360 (option) DISTANCE RUN INDICATOR
DIGITAL DISPLAY
ANALOG DISPLAY

Note: When Processor Unit DS-510

TRANSCEIVER UNIT
is used Transceiver Unit is
DS-520
incorporated in the DS-510.

JUNCTION BOX
CI-630
(option)

TRANSDUCER TANK
DS-531 or
GATE VALVE DS-532
TRANSDUCER
DS-530 TRANSDUCER TANK DS-331 /
TRANSDUCER DS-330
or
GATE VALVE for TRANSDUCER DS-335

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 OPERATION
Controls and Indications on the Main Display Unit
Port or starboard speed
Port and starboard
direction indicators

F
FUUR
RUUN
NOO DOPPLER SONAR DS-50

Fore or aft Fore and aft

speed direction indicators

Tracking mode
indicator
Ground G S Test mode indicator
kn Unit of speed (knot or
Water W m/s
meters/second)
Automatic A AL
Speed alarm*
Distance Keel Clearance ft
fa Unit of keel clearance
NM or distance run:
ft (feet), fa (fathoms), or
DIMMER
NM (nautical miles)
MODE selector MODE

Selects tracking
mode. DIMMER controls
Adjust brilliance.
(Default: 8)
▲
▲
▲

Push here to
▲

Distance/Keel open lid.

Clearance selector
Displays distance run
or keel clearance. SET and arrow keys POWER
Set distance run. switch
kn/m/s selector
Selects unit of
speed measurement.

*: If a speed error occurs, the "AL" lights in red.

When the normal speed is restored, this indication disappears.

Note: Performance may be affected by air bubbles, interference and other factors.

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Control description
Main controls
MODE selector Selects tracking mode among ground, water and automatic. Each time the key is
pressed the tracking mode changes in the sequence of ground, water and
automatic. Current tracking mode is denoted by the tracking mode lamps.

Distance/Keel Displays distance run or depth below keel at each pressing.

Clearance selector "Distance" or "Keel Clearance" lights to show current selection.
DIMMER controls Adjust panel brilliance.

Controls in compartment

Distance Set
kn / m/s SET W X POWER

kn/ m/s selector Selects the unit of speed measurement; knots or meters/second.
SET key Sets distance run display.
Arrow keys Set the distance run indication.
POWER switch Turns power on and off.

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Turning on the Power, Adjusting Panel Dimmer
1. Press the [POWER] switch to turn on the power. The equipment is tested in the sequence below:

1) Communications test between main display unit and the processor unit is conducted. Three
zeroes blink about 30 s.

F
FUUR
RUUN
NOO DOPPLER SONAR DS-50

G S
kn
W m/s Zeroes blink for
A AL about 30 seconds.
Distance Keel Clearance ft
fa
NM

DIMMER
Distance
MODE Keel
Clearance

Power switch behind

the cover

2) Testing of main display and processor unit begins. Memory, LEDs and buzzer are tested in
order, each tested eight times consecutively. Then the program version number of both the main
display unit and the processor unit appear.

G S
kn
W m/s Program Version NO.
of main display unit
A AL
Distance Keel Clearance ft
fa
NM Program Version NO.
of processor unit

The equipment is normal if the program version nos. appear. If an error is found an error message
appears instead of a program version number. Error messages are described on page 16.

3) The normal display appears, showing speed and distance run (or depth below keel).

2. Adjust panel dimmer with the [DIMMER] controls. Press the ▲ or ▼ to increase or decrease
the dimmer, respectively. Eight levels of dimmer are available. Selected dimmer appears below
the distance run and depth display for 0.5 seconds.

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Selecting Speed Tracking Mode
Press the [MODE] selector to select speed tracking mode among water, ground or automatic. Select
the mode considering depth and speed. "G", "W" or "A" lights to show mode selected.

G:Measures and displays a speed relative to ground. The depth range usable for this mode is 1to 200
meters below the keel.
W:Measures and displays a speed relative to the water mass. The depth from the keel to the seabed
should be three meters or more.
Note: It is recommended to use the water tracking mode in operation with an ARPA for collision
avoidance task.
A:Automatically selects ground tracking mode or water tracking speed mode depending on depth.
Water tracking mode is selected when the keel clearance exceeds 200 meters.
Note: Actual working depth in the ground tracking mode depends on seabed and water conditions,
and the reflecting properties for sonic pulses.

Selecting Unit of Speed Measurement

Speed can be measured in knots or meters/second. Press the [kn/ m/s] selector to select the unit.
"kn" or "m/s" lights to show the selection.

Displaying Distance Run or Keel Clearance

Press the [Distance/Keel Clearance] selector to display distance run or keel clearance (depth) .
Distance run is always displayed in nautical miles. Keel clearance is the depth from the transducer to
the seabed, and can be displayed in meters, feet or fathoms. See page 11 for how to select unit of keel
clearance measurement.

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Setting Distance Run
The distance run indication is backed up with an internal battery when the power is off. To reset or
change the distance run, do the following:
1. Open the lid at the bottom of the display unit and press the [SET] key. The display should look
like the illustration below, with the highest digit of distance run blinking.

1 2 3 0 0 NM: Before pressing [SET] key

0 0 1 2 3 0 0
NM: After pressing [SET] key

Blinking
▲

2. Press or to place the blinking cursor on the digit to change.

3. Press ▲ or ▼ to set.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to change other digits.

Note 1: Distance run can be reset to zero by entering all zeroes.

Note 2: To restore previous distance run setting, do not operate arrow keys or [SET] key for more
than 10 seconds. When this is done the distance run indication stops blinking and then the
previous setting is restored. Note that if the ship is moving at this time the distance run indication
will change.

5. Press the [SET] key.

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System Settings
The system settings do not require frequent adjustment. The table below shows setting range and
default setting for each parameter.

No. Item Setting Range Default Setting

1 Ground speed offset -12.8 to+12.7%, 0.1% steps 0%
2 Water speed offset -12.8 to +12.7%, 0.1% steps 0%
3 Transducer installation offset -12.8 to +12.7°, 0.1° steps 0°
4 Trim angle offset -12.8 to +12.7°, 0.1° steps 0.0°
5 Heel angle offset -12.8 to +12.7°, 0.1° steps 0.0°
6 Speed averaging 15, 30, 60, 90 sec 15 sec
7 Reference water speed depth 2.0 to 25.0 m, 1 m steps 2m
8 External KP1 distance 0.0 to +300.0 m, 0.1 m steps 0.0
9 External KP2 distance 0.0 to +300.0 m, 0.1 m steps 0.0
10 Unit of keel clearance measurement m/ft/fa m
Note: The above settings are retained with an internal battery when the power is off.

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Setting procedure

1. Turn off the main display unit. Turn on the power while pressing and holding down the
[Distance/Keel Clearance] selector. "1" indicates system setting no. 1 at the center of the display.

FURUNO
FURUNO DOPPLER SONAR DS-50

G S
kn
W m/s "1" appears.
A AL
Distance Keel Clearance ft
fa
NM Setting
DIMMER
(The number corresponds to that on
MODE
the table on page 11.)

Hinged cover

2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select system setting number to be changed.

3. Press W or X to change setting.
4. Press ▲ or ▼ to verify the data entered.
5. Turn off the power, and the new settings are entered in memory.

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 CONTROL BOX (OPTION)
OPERATION
The DS-501 Control Box provides remote operation of the main display unit. The [MODE],
[Distance/ Keel Clearance] and [DIMMER] controls function the same as those found on the main
display unit.

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SEATENDER 20 (no other paint allowed) anticorrosion paint.

Note 1: Do not mix SEATENDER 20 with SEA GRANDPRIX 660HS, or apply one over the other.
Note 2: It is possible to remove SEATENDER 20 and replace the coating with SEA GRANDPRIX
660HS. To remove the current coating, soak a nylon-based scrubbing pad in thinners, then apply the
thinner to the coating in a washing motion. To prevent damage to the transducer, do not use tools
(scrapers, etc) or sandpaper to remove the coating.
Troubleshooting
Below are simple troubleshooting procedures the operator can follow to restore normal operation.

Power cannot be turned on.

Try adjusting brilliance (power may be on but brilliance is too low).
Check the power cable for damage.
Check that the power connector is firmly fastened.
Check if fuse(s) on the processor unit have blown. If a fuse has blown, find out the cause before
replacing it. Be sure to use proper fuse. Fuse rating appears below fuse holder.

Poor accuracy.
Check if ground has corroded or ground connection has loosened.
Check if cables of other equipment are near the transducer cable.

Operation Checks
Main display unit
1. Turn on the power whle pressing and holding down the [MODE] selector. The following appears
when the equipment is normal:
Port/starboard speed: 0.5 kn ¨
Fore/aft speed: ©18.9 kn
Distance run: 12345.67
Depth: 12.3 (unit according to system settings)

2. Operate the [MODE], [Distance/Keel Clearance] and [kn / m/s] controls one by one. Confirm
that mode or indications changes with each pressing.
3. Confirm that distance run setting can be changed.

Interconnection between main display unit and remote indicators

1. Turn on the power while pressing and holding down the [SET] key. 10.0 kn for fore/aft speed
appears. "S" appears to denote the test mode.
2. Confirm that the remote indicators display 10.0 kn. If not, there may be some problem between
the processor unit and remote indicators.

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Main display unit diagnostic program
The diagnostic program checks the main display unit for proper operation and is automatically
conducted at start up. It may also be conducted when necessary. The program checks the memory
(ROM, RAM, EEPROM), LEDs and buzzer and then shows the program version number. The
equipment is normal if the program version no. appears.
1. To run the diagnostic program, turn on the power while pressing the [kn/ m/s] selector. The
program checks the LEDs, ROM, RAM, EEPROM and buzzer and displays the program version
number. This is done continuously.
2. To escape from the diagnostic program, turn off the power.

Error display

FURUNO
FURUNO DOPPLER SONAR DS-50

Main display unit

error indications

1: ROM error
G S
W
kn 2: RAM error
m/s
A AL 3: EEPROM error
Distance Keel Clearance ft
fa
NM

DIMMER

MODE

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Error Displays
FURUNO
FURUNO DOPPLER SONAR DS-50

Main display unit

error indications

1: ROM error
G S
W
kn 2: RAM error
m/s
A AL 3: EEPROM error
Distance Keel Clearance ft
fa
NM

DIMMER
Distance
MODE Keel
Clearance

Processor unit 3. MIF Board

error
error indications

1: MCP Board
error 2: MFT Board
error

Program Number
Pub No., Software Program No.
Modification,
Date

OME-72410-K DS-500
Modified to fix VCP board: 665-0400-003
VTG sentence

DS-510
7/2002
MCP board: 665-0410-007
MFT board: 665-0120-000
MIF board: 665-0122-001
OME-72410-P DS-500
Modified for VCP board: 665-0400-004
IEC62288
MAR, 2010

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 PRINCIPLE OF DOPPLER SPEED
LOG

A doppler speed log measures ship's speed by utilizing

the principle of the Doppler effect, which defines that a
signal emitted from a moving object is heard with its
frequency shifted at stationary locations and the degree
of the frequency shift is proportional to the speed of the
moving object.
For ease of understanding measurement of ship's
fore-aft speed is explained in this paragraph.
Although the DS-50 employs three directional beams,
let's suppose that only two beams are used as shown at
right.
Ultrasonic pulses are emitted at an angle of θ relative to
water line toward ship's fore and aft direction. If the
ship's speed is "V", the source of the ultrasonic pulse
approaches or goes away the reflecting points on the
seabed at a speed of Vcosθ.
This relative motion causes the Doppler shift and the
ultrasonic signals reflected at the seabed are received at
frequencies of "fo + fd" and "fo - fd" by the transducer.
In the processor unit of the DS-50, difference of "fo +
fd" and "fo - fd" are computed to extract only the
Doppler shift factor "fd".

(fo+fd) -(fo-fd) = 2fd

Since the 'fd' is theoretically given by

fd = 2Vcosθ x fo/C (C: Sound velocity in water)

and fo, C and θ are known, V can be calculated if the "fd" is given.

Note that the sound velocity in water changes with water temperature and water pressure but
the change by water temperature is automatically compensated for by using temperature sensor.

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 DIGITAL INTERFACE (IEC 61162-1 EDITION 2)

Output sentences of channel 1, 2 (NMEA/CIF 1, NMEA/CIF 2)

VBW, VTG, VLW, VHW. (VTG is not output when the bottom echo has not been acquired. Heading
data in VTG and VHW is "null.")

Transmission interval

2 s for any sentence

Data transmission

Data is transmitted in serial asynchronous form in accordance with the standard referenced in2.1 of
IEC 61162-1. The first bit is a start bit and is followed by data bits, least-significant-bit as illustrated
below.

The following parameters are used:

Baud rate: 4800 Data bits: 8 (D7 = 0), parity none Stop bits: 1

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Schematic diagram

Data sentences
VBW - Dual ground/water speed

$--VBW,x.x,x.x,A,x.x,x.x,A,x.x,A,x.x,A*hh<CR><LF>
| | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | +--- 11
| | | | | | | | | +----- 10
| | | | | | | | +-------- 9
| | | | | | | +----------- 8
| | | | | | +-------------- 7
| | | | | +----------------- 6
| | | | +-------------------- 5
| | | +------------------------ 4
| | +--------------------------- 3
| +------------------------------ 2
+---------------------------------- 1

1. Longitudial water speed, knots

2. Transverse water speed, knots
3. Status: water speed, A=data valid V=data invalid
4. Longitudial ground speed, knots
5. Transverse ground speed, knots
6. Status: ground speed, A=data valid V=data invalid
7. Stern transverse water speed, knots
8. Status: stern water speed, A=data valid V=data invalid
9. Stern transverse ground speed, knots
10. Status: stern ground speed, A=data valid V=data invalid
11. Checksum

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VHW - Water speed and heading
$--VHW,x.x,T,x.x,M,x.x,N,x.x,K*hh<CR><LF>
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | +--------- 5
| | | | | | +--+----------- 4
| | | | +--+----------------- 3
| | +--+----------------------- 2
+--+----------------------------- 1

1. Heading, degrees true

2. Heading, degrees magnetic
3. Speed, knots
4. Speed, km/h
5. Checksum

VLW - Distance traveled through water

$--VLW,x.x,N,x.x,N*hh<CR><LF>
| | | | |
| | | | +--------- 3
| | +--+----------- 2
+--+----------------- 1

1. Total cumulative distance, nautical miles

2. Distance since reset, nautical miles
3. Checksum

VTG - Course over ground and ground speed

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 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
Abbreviation Meaning
A Automatic
Aft After
AL Alarm
Clearance Clearance
CONTROL Control
deg Degree(s)
Dimmer, DIMMER Dimmer
Distance Distance
DOPPLER Doppler
Fa, fa Fathom(s)
ft feet
G Ground
GND Ground
Keel Keel
kn Knot(s)
m/s Meter per seconds
MENU Menu
MODE Mode
NM Nautical Mile(s)
POWER Power
REMOTE Remote
S Simulation
SET Set (i.e., set and drift, or setting a value)
SONAR Sonar
W Water

Symbol Meaning
◄ Move cursor leftward
► Move cursor rightward
▼ Decrease a figure
▲ Increase a figure
Starboard direction
Port direction
Aft direction
Fore direction

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