Platform SOP

Standard Operating Procedures

How to deploy the array

MORNING

• Contact Bridge for deck department assistance.
• Deploy at speeds between 5-10 knots (5 preferred).
• Do not deploy in waters less than 100 meters.
• Safety: Always wear a life jacket during over-the-side work.
• Two people should handle the oil-filled section (at least one acoustician).
• Connect lines with carabiners to the Yale grip and secure to aft cleats.

Yale Grip

Bigelow Fantail Setup

How to recover the array

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How to connect to the ship’s GPS

Configuring Depth Sensor in Pamguard

• Download Instacal to the recording computer.
• Apply the Windows 11 fix from MicroDAQ.

MicroDAQ Windows 11 Fix

• Ensure the USB-1208LS is recognized in Instacal.

Instacal Recognition

• Configure Depth Readout in Pamguard settings.

Computer set up guides

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