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Delivering the most detailed mid-water
definition and penetrating the deepest waters on the planet, the Simrad BSM-2
Broadband Sounder module is now available in Australia.
Designed with serious sportfishing
anglers and dedicated commercial fisherman in mind, for use with Simrad
Yachting's NSE, NSO and NSS multifunction displays, the new sonar module delivers
five times greater target resolution than comparable offshore performance
sounders, with readings possible for depths greater than 3000m (10,000ft).
Further developing the groundbreaking
BSM-1 Sounder technology, the Simrad BSM-2 provides enhanced Digital Signal
Processing (DSP), similar to the BR24 solid-state radar, and is the first sonar
to incorporate Frequency Sweeping Pulse Compression technology – also known as
‘CHIRP' – in a recreational application; producing higher resolution, deeper
depths and less noise.
The BSM-2 coupled with the new Airmar
Broadband transducer lineup, provides digitally-purified, crystal-clear images
of individual fish markings and clear separation of fish from other targets,
structure, thermoclines and the bottom – in both shallow and ultra-deep water.
Solving the issue of high-performance,
high-powered sonar producing noise and interference, the BSM-2's CHIRP function
uses longer pulses resulting in improved object discrimination at greater
depths for remarkable elimination of surface and turbulent water clutter as
well as interference within the water column, resulting in an
easier-to-interpret image. The enhanced Simrad CHIRP technology also
outperforms traditional 3kW sounders, returning highly-detailed images of
drop-offs, deep-canyon bottoms, other structure and fish while maintaining bottom
lock even at high speeds.
The Simrad BSM-2 features dual
transceivers, two depth transducer ports and supports independent speed and
dual temperature sensors. The BSM-2's low-frequency transceiver operates at
25-45kHz and 40-60kHz; the high-frequency transceiver supports 40-60kHz, and
130-210 kHz. The new sonar module is compatible with a wide range of Airmar
transducers, including Broadband transducers, BSM-1 narrowband, and Simrad
Combi-C models with frequencies of 28/38/50/200Khz.
Housed in a die-cast aluminum
waterproof black box, the BSM-2 is easy-to-install, mounts anywhere and is
plug-and-play compatible with NSE/NSO/NSS multifunction systems via high-speed
Ethernet connection. Compatible with 12V or 24V DC power systems, the module is
water-resistant to the IPx6 standard and is covered by a two-year warranty.
RRP for the Simrad BSM-2 is
AU$3735.
Further information: Navico Australia – (02) 9936 1000 or visit: www.simrad-yachting.com
Media enquiries: Brand Manager – Navico, Laura Kissin:
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(23 May 2011)
Navico is currently the
world's largest marine electronics company, and is the parent company to
leading marine electronics brands: Lowrance, Simrad and B&G. Navico has
approximately 1,500 employees globally and distribution in more than 100
countries worldwide.
Pictured: The
next-generation Simrad BSM-2 Broadband Sounder module delivers five
times greater target resolution than comparable offshore performance sounders,
with readings possible for depths greater than 3000m (10,000ft).
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