Software release note
Simrad SH40 Sonar MMI SW 1.3.1
Introduction
This document describes the
software and other changes introduced
with MMI SW version 1.3.1.
The Man-Machine Interface (MMI)
software is the SH40 program that
controls the menu system, operational
modes, features and presentations.
The MMI software is installed on the
sonar’s operator unit.
Transceiver Unit firmware
The new MMI software version
requires that the software in the
Transceiver Unit is the latest. Unless
this is the case, a circuit board
in the Transceiver Unit must be
reprogrammed, and this must be done
at the factory.
Changes with MMI SW 1.3.1
Software changes
The following changes have been
implemented.
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New feature Noise filter
implemented on the Horizontal
menu. The new filter will remove
impulsive noise like cavitating
propellers and interfering noise from
other sonars and echo sounders.
New transmission beamforming
greatly enhances the sonar
performance.
Improved performance when the
sonar beam is tilted.
Added interface for third-party
current profiler.
Improved software installation.
Do I need the new software?
The new release is considered to be
very important, and we recommend
that all users update their software.
To check your current software
version, go to the Setup menu,
and click Test to open the System
test menu. Then, click About to
investigate the current software
version.
If the About dialogue does not show
version 1.3.1, your software should be
upgraded.
If I do not wish to upgrade?
Nothing happens if you do not wish
to upgrade, but you will not be able to
use the latest features provided for the
SH40 sonar.
Other changes
Version A of the SH40 mini-manual
is released.
How do I perform the update?
End users are not permitted to
perform this software update. To carry
out the upgrade procedure, you must
contact your local dealer for advice.
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