iXblue GAPS MT912S Transponder

The MT912S series mini transponder, designed for use down to 1 000 m water depth, is a compact, lightweight and rugged MF acoustic transponder / responder, which makes it an ideal tool for AUV, ROV, and tow fish tracking operations.
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The MT912S series miniature transponder is a versatile unit easy to use and can be configured to suit anykind of underwater vehicle. Developed from the iXblue new generation electronics and using iXblue well established wide spectrum technology, it is designed to operate with the GAPS long range and fully integrated MF-USBL acoustic positioning systems. MT912S series is featuring an omnidirectional transducer and it is fitted with internalrechargeable battery pack but it can also be operated from external power supply voltage.

  • Fully compatible with Gaps USBL system
  • Compact and rugged design
  • 316L SS body with polyurethane coating, 1 000 m depth rated (free to export, no need of export license)
  • Medium frequency M-FSK chirp transmit signals
  • Field selectable sound pressure level (188 dB default, 191 dB or 185 dB)
  • Integral omni-directional acoustic transducer with protective cage
  • Acoustic interrogation channel field selectable among 4 tonalfrequencies
  • Transponder and responder operating modes
  • Responder mode reverts automatically to transponder mode after25 seconds delay
  • Full configuration and set-up via serial port by PC-windowsTM basedMMI software
  • External ON / OFF plug
  • Long life Ni-MH rechargeable battery
  • External power supply (15-30Vdc, 15 W peak transmitting / 30 Wcharging Ni-MH batteries)
  • Micro Subconn 8-way connector for external power supply andresponder signal inputs
  • Supplied with charging / interface adaptator and responderinterface cable.