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Nexus 2 Advanced
USBL Systems

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The Nexus 2 is the second generation of Easytrak digital

USBL systems designed as a highly advanced positioning
and tracking system that is quick to deploy and
straightforward to operate. Featuring AAE Sigma 2
acoustic protocols, the NEXUS 2’s digital Spread Spectrum
transmissions provide a secure acoustic link with very low
susceptibility to interference, enabling precise and reliable
positioning over an extended operational range.

Able to determine the positions of up to 16 dynamic

subsea targets simultaneously, Nexus 2 is ideal for many
deep or shallow water applications where multiple assets
are to be tracked. These operations can include UXO
surveys utilising several magnetometers or sidescan
sonars, diving operations, and for use at offshore worksites
where several vehicles may be in use concurrently.

NEXUS 2
Advanced USBL
For precise subsea positioning
Enhancements to the design of the Nexus 2 transceiver
Key features have helped to create an extremely accurate USBL
• Bi-directional Sigma 2 Spread system, boasting positioning accuracy of 0.25°.
Spectrum acoustics Optimum system performance is delivered when used in
• Improved positioning accuracy conjunction with AAE’s 1100, 1200A or 1300A Series
and stability transponders, however versatility is assured due to its
• Optimised beacon refresh rate compatibility with legacy products and transponders
• 16 target tracking from third party manufacturers.
• Geographical navigation overlays
Embedded as standard within each Nexus 2 system are a
• EasyCal 2 embedded calibration tool
comprehensive range of software features and survey
with AutoCal Wizard
tools such as the geo-referenced graphical overlay
• Data telemetry options
function and EasyCal 2 calibration tool with AutoCal
Wizard. These features are provided to ensure swift and
easy set to work procedures, saving valuable time and
project costs.

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Technical Specification
EASYTRAK NEXUS 2 CONSOLE, MODEL 2692 ACCURACY/PERFORMANCE

Provides DC power, high speed digital communications to the Accuracy is based on the correct speed of sound being entered, no
transceiver with an embedded graphical navigation interface. ray bending and an acceptable S/N ratio
Supplied with monitor, keyboard and mouse.
Position accuracy 0.25° at >10° depression angle
Dimensions 19” Rack mount. 2U, 482 x 88 x 345mm Acoustic accuracy excluding heading
Weight 5.4kg correction errors
Power requirements 90 to 250 Vac at 250 VA maximum Range resolution Calculated to 0.01m resolution
Connection to transceiver Rear panel connector for 2686 Transceiver
Built-in PC. Industrial i5 board running embedded Max range Up to 2500m, range limited version
Win 7, 64GB HD available (995m)
Temperature Operating: -10° to +40°C Frequency band (MF) 18 - 32 kHz
Storage: -20° to +50°C Tracking beam pattern 180°
Transmitter Variable, typical max 192dB re 1µPa at 1m
Front panel indicators LED indicators for power and serial status
Serial communications 4 x RS-232 External Input Port. Integrated AHRS:
3 x Data Out Ports Bearing resolution 0.1° displayed. Internally calculated
Data Output AAE format V1 and V2, TP-II2EC, to 0.01°
TP-EC W/PR, Simrad 300P, Heading sensor accuracy 0.5° rms standard; +/- 0.1°
Simrad 309, Simrad $PSIMSSB, resolution/repeatability
Pseudo $GPRMC, NMEA $GPGGA, Pitch/Roll sensor accuracy +/- 0.10° rms +/- 0.1°
NMEA $GPVTG, NMEA $GPTLL, resolution/repeatability
Pseudo $GPGGA, KLEIN 3000 (Quick set)
Multiple outputs available Beacon types AAE Sigma 1, Sigma 2 Digital Spread
Compass Input SGB-HTDS, SGB-HTDt, NMEA HDT, Spectrum and AAE Tone channels.
HDM, HDG AAE V-NAV channels. HPR 400 channels
VRU Input TCM-2.X, $HCXDR , TSS1 1100, 1000, 1200A, 1300A Series Beacons,
GPS / DGPS Input NMEA; GLL, GGA, RMC Digital Depth Transponders,
Geo Referenced Graphical Overlay. AAE Release and Telemetry Beacons.
GeoTiff, DXF
Target Heading Input NMEA HDM, HDT, HDG, PNI TCM2 Interrogation rate >2Hz refresh rate. Internally set
Target Depth Input NMEA DBT, DBK, DBS, DPT, AAE or external key
Time in GPS Time synch System Externally assessed for immunity
Responder Output Positive 12V pulse 5ms long and emissions; conforms to
USB 6 ports available, 2 on front panel 89/336/EEC. RoHS compliant
Ethernet 2 x 1Gbps standard RJ45 jack.
Ethernet UDP Data Port
Audio Audible activity indicator

EASYTRAK TRANSCEIVER, TYPE 2686

Factory calibrated multi-element transceiver head complete with

integral AHRS, depth sensor and temperature sensor.

Material Stainless steel

(optional aluminium silicon bronze)
Weight in air/water 16kg/11kg
Dimensions 152mmØ x 432mm
Temperature Operating: 10° to +40°C
Storage: -20° to +50°C
Depth rating 30m
Electrical supply 48Vdc
Depth sensor 5 bar, accuracy 0.25%,
(Pressure sensor) between -10° to +40° C
Temperature sensor 1° resolution
between -10° and +40° C

Specifications subject to change without notice. ©AAE Technologies Group March 2017
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