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Programmable Generic Transponder

The Programmable Generic Transponder (PGT) is the successor to Sonardyne's popular Type 7730 HPR Transponder/Responder. Available in three versions; Type 7971 Omni-Directional, Type 7977 Directional and Type 7978 Super Directional, the PGT family incorporates Sonardyne's latest acoustic design developments with the hardware already installed to permit through-life upgrading of functionality.

 

 

                                                        

Features include a depth telemetry capability for improved positioning accuracy, channel selection via dual external controls (or optional serial data link) and innovative 'screw-off' acoustic release mechanism. These benefits are combined with an increased depth rating (2,500m, 4,000m or 6,000m) and compatibility with all HPR 300 and HPR 400 channels. Where size and weight are important operational factors a short housing version is available (requires external power supply)

Applications for the PGT include the accurate tracking of cable ploughs and deep ROVs, long term marking of seabed targets (e.g. wellheads) and as a position reference transponder for dynamic positioning systems.

Technical Specifications

Feature Type 7971 Type 7977 Type 7978
Depth Rating 2,500 Metres
(4,000 Metre option available)
2,500 Metres
(4,000 Metre option available)
2,500 Metres
(4,000 Metre option available)
Operating Frequency Channels        
HPR 300/400 Channels HPR 300/400 Channels HPR 300/400 Channels

Transducer Beamshape

Omni-Directional ±130º
Directional ±30º

Super-directional ±12º

Transmit Source Level (dB re 1µPa @ 1m) 192dB ±3dB 200dB ±3dB 206 ±3dB
Number of Transmission
(High Power on Channel 33)
Alkaline:1.0 X 10
Lithium:2.3 X10
Alkaline: 0.8X10
Lithium: 1.8X10
Alkaline: 0.5X10
Lithium: 1.2X10
Receive Sensitivity
<85dB re 1µPa <85dB re 1µPa <85dB re 1µPa
Listening Life (Days) Alkaline: 3.7 years,
Lithium: 6.1 years
Alkaline: 3.7 years,
Lithium: 6.1 years
Alkaline: 3.7 years,
Lithium: 6.1 years
Mechanical Construction Aluminum Alloy,
Hard Anodised
Aluminum Alloy,
Hard Anodised
Aluminum Alloy,
Hard Anodised
Dimensions (LxDia) 1107mm X 183mm 1107mm X 183mm 1107mm X 183mm
Weight in Air 22kg 22kg 22kg
Weight in Water 9kg 9kg 9kg
Features Pressure relief safety valve, External channel selection control
External On/Off control, High/Low Transmit power set via RS232 port (if fitted)

Features :-

  • Depth rated to 2,500 Metres (4,000 Metre rated option available)
  • Channel selection via dual external controls or optional serial data port
  • Depth telemetry capability option
  • 'Screw-off' acoustic release available
  • Choice of housing lengths to suit deployment scenario and application

Type 7977/7978

  • Depth rated to 2,500 Metres (4,000 & 6,000 Metre rated option available)
  • High power Directional and Super Directional transducers
  • Depth telemetry capability option
  • 'Screw-off' acoustic release available'
  • External On/Off and channel controls
  • Choice of short (No battery) or long housing available