Combined Acoustic Release and Underwater Modem
Smart Modem Acoustic Release Technology (SMART) Release is a unique concept from Teledyne Benthos, that combines the proven technology of an underwater acoustic release with the reliable undersea communications functionality of an acoustic modem.
When deployed, the unit can be connected to an underwater sensor, such as CTD, ADCP or similar sensor. Our SMART release unit can then acoustically transfer data from the connected sensor to the surface or to another subsea modem for retrieval at a later time.
The SMART release allows oceanographic, military, and other users, the ability to monitor and retrieve data from their subsea instruments, and then release the entire package of instruments successfully to the ocean surface when needed.
Key Features:
Combined modem and release functions
Enables real-time communication with your subsea instrument
Vertical mount plate or side mount
Deck box connectivity to customer laptop and intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) software
SR-100 inline mount 5000 kg SMART release (pn: D846-0100-1) SR-100 vertical mount 5000 kg SMART release (pn: D846-0100-2)
SPECIFICATIONS
DEPTH
12,000 meters
WEIGHT
In Air: 105 lbs (47.7 kg)
In Water: 83 lbs (37.7 kg)
DIMENSIONS
5 inches (12.7 cm) diameter x 46 inches (116.8 cm) length
FREQUENCY RANGE
Low frequency (LF) 9-14 kHz
BAUD RATE
140-15,360 bps
BIT ERROR RATE
Better than 10-7 with high SNR
TRANSDUCER
Omnidirectional*