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Description
The S1 hydrophone is a modified version of the AS-1 hydrophone, manufactured by Aquarian since 2013. This device is designed to provide stable and linear broadband response within the range of frequencies supported by the best mass-produced audio recording devices. The S1 builds on the AS-1’s capability and convenience by supporting in-built signal-conditioning for microphone preamps typically incorporated into higher-quality digital
recorders, audio interfaces and mixing boards. Integrated signal conditioning will generally improve sensitivity and lower noise, while making the hydrophone more convenient to use with standard devices.
- for use with: microphone preamps typically incorporated into higher-quality digital recorders, audio interfaces and mixing boards. 24-48V phantom power is required
- cable: CA-70 Kevlar-reinforced twisted pair with spiral shield
- output: XLR3M
- body style: smooth exterior minimises flow noise and gas bubble entrapment. Recommended for applications where the hydrophone will hang in the water from its cable.
- optional WT150g movable cable weight: The WT150g clamps onto the cable with a rubber chuck and thumbscrew assembly. It must be installed before any connectors are added. By making the weight an optional item, the hydrophone can be used where more neutral buoyancy is needed, where mounted to a buoy or ROV, or where visual disturbance must be minimized. When the weight is needed, placing the weight on the cable near the hydrophone dampens cable vibrations that will induce acceleration noise in the hydrophone. It is also safer for the hydrophone in the case of an accidental drop or impact, as the primary mass is not rigidly attached to the sensor. Distancing the weight from the sensor minimizes sound field disturbance and can even be used as an anchor point for attaching a shroud tube when monitoring moving water (or moving the hydrophone through still water).
Specifications
Frequency Response
- Linear Range (S1n): 1 Hz – 110 kHz
- Linear Range (S1e): 4.3 Hz – 110 kHz
- Linear Range (S1f): 4.4 Hz – 108 kHz
- Linear Range (S1i): 19 Hz – 108 kHz
- Nominal Response Variation: +1.2 / -3 dB
Sensitivity & Voltage
- Receive Voltage Sensitivity (S1n): -206 dBV re. 1 µPa
- Receive Voltage Sensitivity (S1e): -180 dBV re. 1 µPa
- Receive Voltage Sensitivity (S1f): Not specified
- Receive Voltage Sensitivity (S1i): Not specified
- Transmit Voltage Response (S1n): 128 dB/µPa/V @ 1 m
- Transmit Voltage Response (S1e): Not applicable
- Transmit Voltage Response (S1f): Not applicable
- Transmit Voltage Response (S1i): Not applicable
- Maximum Input Voltage (S1n): 50 / 200 V peak-to-peak (continuous / less than 10% duty cycle)
- Maximum Input Voltage (S1e): Not applicable
- Maximum Input Voltage (S1f): Not applicable
- Maximum Input Voltage (S1i): Not applicable
Directivity
- Horizontal Directivity (Receive): +0.2 / -1 dB relative to response at 50 kHz
- Vertical Directivity (Receive): +0 / -5.9 dB relative to response at 50 kHz
Operating Depth & Temperature
- Maximum Operating Depth: 200 m
- Survival Depth: 350 m
- Operating Temperature Range: -10°C to +80°C
Capacitance & Acoustic Overload
- Nominal Capacitance (S1n): 6.5 nF
- Nominal Capacitance (S1e): Not applicable
- Nominal Capacitance (S1f): Not applicable
- Nominal Capacitance (S1i): Not applicable
- Capacitance Measurement Note: Measured with a 10 m cable attached
- Acoustic Overload Pressure (S1n): Not specified
- Acoustic Overload Pressure (S1e): 188 dB re. 1 µPa
- Acoustic Overload Pressure (S1f): 185 dB re. 1 µPa
- Acoustic Overload Pressure (S1i): 180 dB re. 1 µPa
Output Connections
- S1n Output Connection: BNC
- S1e Output Connection: XLR
- S1f Output Connection: BNC
- S1i Output Connection: 3.5 mm TRS
- Connection Note: Standard configurations; options available
Physical Specifications
- Size: Ø12 mm × 43 mm
- Weight in Air: 8 g
- Weight Note: Hydrophone only; see cable specifications
- Specific Gravity: 1.4
- Specific Gravity Note: Hydrophone only; see cable specifications
Wetted Materials
- Materials: Polyurethane, anodized aluminum