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Specifications subject to change without notice - 10/2006

Specifications

Super Sub Mini Transponder/Responder (SSM)

Feature

Type 7973

Depth Rating

1,000 Metres

Operating Frequency

MF (19-36kHz)

Transducer Beamshape

Omni-Directional

Operating Channels

All Sonardyne and HPR 300 / 400 Channels, HiPAP Channels B12-B87

Transmit Source level (dB re 1µPa @1M)

190dB

Receive Sensitivity (dB re 1µPa)

<95dB

Number of Replies

Responder

Transponder

Unlimited

40,000

Depth Telemetry

Yes

Maximum Update Period

750ms

Power Supply

Long-life NiMH battery or External, 24v via ROV’s Umbilical

Quiescent Life

42 Days

Mating Connections (Bulkhead)

Subconn MCIL5M

Mechanical Construction

Aluminium Alloy, Anodised

Dimensions (LxDia)

399.6mm (15.7”) X 69.9mm (2.7”)

Weight in Air

2.7kg

Weight in Water

1.4kg

Options and Accessories

Remote Omni-Directional Transducer, Floatation Collar

Ordering Information

Type 7973-000-01

Super Sub-Mini

Type 7970-054

Responder Lead (5 metres)

Type 7973-003-01

Remote Transducer

Type 7972 SSM

Charger/Interface Kit

Type 7973-008

Floatation Collar