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Sonotronics Video Gallery - Videos showing use of Sonotronics equipment in and out of water, fish surgery, active acoustic tracking, and passive acoustic tracking. All Videos All Categories Play Video Play Video 00:23 Equipment Marking Transmitters | Sonotronics, Inc. Play Video Play Video 21:04 Fish Surgery | Sonotronics, Inc. Play Video Play Video 06:06 Unboxing the MANTRAK Kit | Sonotronics, Inc. Play Video Play Video 01:58 Underwater Diver Receiver | Sonotronics, Inc. Play Video Play Video 01:55 Underwater Diver Receiver Direction | Sonotronics, Inc. Play Video Play Video 01:11 Turning On/Off Your Sonotronics Transmitter Play Video Play Video 02:02 Setting up Sonotronics DH-4 Hydrophone Play Video Play Video 01:54 Underwater Diver Receiver Operation | Sonotronics, Inc. Play Video Play Video 03:01 Tracking Equipment Underwater | Sonotronics, Inc. Load More

Sonotronics Fisheries Transmitters - CHP - High Powered Transmitters CT, CTT Fisheries Transmitters Both Coded and Coded High Power transmitters generate a unique aural sequence, as well as unique combinations of frequency and ping interval allowing detection by both passive and active receivers. CHP High Powered Transmitters High powered transmitters function identically to the coded transmitters, but have a very high power output. This allows tracking of pelagic species and tracking in large or open water areas. More… CT Standard Coded Transmitters Standard coded transmitters ping an aural code for easy audible detection by researchers. These transmitters for unique identification of thousands of animals by varying combination of frequencies, codes, and pulse interval (time between pings). More… CTT Temperature Telemetry Transmitters Temperature telemetry transmitters allow for the telemetry of temperature in the vicinity of tagged animal in addition to location and identification. More… DT Depth Telemetry Transmitters Depth transmitters allow for telemetry of animals depth to arrive in real time, as well as location and identification via similar coding to the coded transmitters. More… IBT Miniature Transmitters Miniature transmitters function identically to the coded transmitters, but are very small in size. This allows tracking of very small species. More… PT PicoTag Subminiature Transmitters These new very small transmitters allow for attachment to smaller animals than every before. More…

UDR-Kit The UDR-kit contains all of the basic tools necessary for locating pingers from a surface vessel and while diving. This includes the UDR receiver, external hydrophone adapter, directional hydrophone and useful accessories, housed in a rugged Pelican case. The UDR-Kit Includes: · UDR Receiver · UDR-BNC adapter · DH-4 Directional Hydrophone · Test Transmitter · Waterproof Pelican Case · Underwater headphones · Auto Power Battery Cable UDR: A narrow band Underwater Diver Receiver allows detection of transmitters from 30kHz to 90kHz, and displays the unique identification of individual transmitters. Transmissions from pingers are presented as an audio output and details displayed on the integral LCD. Several modes are available from detecting simple pingers, to decoding and displaying ACT coded transmissions and associated telemetry as well as R-code IDs. A received signal strength indication may be displayed to allow precise bearing to tagged equipment. DH-4 Hydrophone: A directional hydrophone designed to maximize range and provide directivity for locating transmitters. Other Accessories: A test transmitter included in the kit allows the user to test the equipment and the environment to determine expected range. The headphones and speaker allow for different methods of listening for transmitters. The auto power battery cable allows for the UDR to be powered and charged by a ‘cigarette plug’ outlet, while the extra battery pack allows for longer use when internal power is used. Options: External compass. Links: UDR-Kit Datasheet UDR Manual VIDEOS PRICES

Hydrophones Each hydrophone type has characteristics suited to different tracking needs. Directional hydrophones provide the longest detection ranges and can give an accurate bearing to a transmitter, but their larger, non-hydrodynamic design generally requires the boat to be stopped during use. Towed hydrophones are easier to deploy and can be used from a boat moving at trolling speeds, but they are more susceptible to noise from all directions and do not provide a bearing to the transmitter. For tracking over large surface areas, using both types is often the most effective approach. DH-4 Directional Hydrophone DH-ROV Hydrophone TH-2 Towed Omnidirectional Hydrophone DH-4 DIRECTIONAL HYDROPHONE The DH-4 provides the greatest range and precision in locating transmitters from 30kHz to 100kHz. The parabolic reflector provide 16db of gain over a comparable omnidirectional hydrophone, and yields a calculated DI of nearly 25db, reducing the effect of environmental noise. The DH-4 is the primary hydrophone for manual/active tracking. Sensitivity: -84 dBV ref 1 uBar (-184dBV ref 1 uPascal). Beam Width: +/-6 degrees at half power points. Shaft Length: User supplies mounting shaft. (1 inch PVC) Output: BNC connector. Cable: Replaceable 10’ RG-58 C/U. Links : DH-4 Manual Active Tracking Hydrophones Data Sheet VIDEOS PRICES DH-ROV HYDROPHONE Length: 100mm Diameter: 60mm (2” PVC) Weight: 300 (air) Positive buoyant Depth: 90m (cable entrance) Cable: 50m polyurethane jacketed coax BNC terminated Links: Active Tracking Hydrophones Data Sheet Receiver Software VIDEOS PRICES TH-2 TOWED OMNIDIRECTIONAL HYDROPHONE The TH-2 provides a simple method for mobile active tracking: its small size and hydrodynamic shape allows for trolling at speeds up to 5 knots, while the long cable length minimizes the affect of engine and prop noise. Eyelets allow attachment of small weights or diving lures to ensure the hydrophone is kept at depth while trolling. This design, though simple, rivals more elaborate and expensive systems in actual field trials. Sensitivity: -100 dBV ref 1 uBar (-200 dBV ref 1 uPascal) Beam Width: Omni-directional +/- 2 dB Output: BNC connector Cable: 50’ RG316/U Links: TH-2 Manual Active Tracking Hydrophones Data Sheet VIDEOS PRICES

Small acoustic fisheries transmitters | Acoustic Transmitters IBT SERIES MINIATURE TRANSMITTERS Range up to 500m+ IBT-96-1, IBT-96-2, IBT-96-9 IBT-96-9 (shown) Notes The typical rule of thumb is to use transmitters that have a weight in water that is 1.5 – 2% of the fish weight in air. Weight in O2 (air) is put only as additional reference. All dimensions for internal implant. Mounting holes for external use available upon request. Links: VIDEOS PRICES

Sonotronics is now offering versions of its acoustic transmitters as modules that use external power sources. MO: MODULE ONLY GENERATORS CHP-MO-HP Sonotronics is now offering versions of its acoustic transmitters as modules that use external power sources. The CHP-MO-HP may be mounted on an instrument package or underwater vehicle, taking advantage of existing onboard power sources. The 2 wire version of the CHP-MO-HP will begin transmission of a coded sequence as soon as power is applied, and alternatively a 3 wire version is available that allows separate transmit control. Key specs: 16mm (dia) x 40mm (length) External Supply: 2.8V-5.5VDC 75ma max, 2ma ave Frequencies: 32-40kHz, 69-83 kHz, crystal controlled Source level: up to 150db re 1uPascal @ 1m EMT-01-3HP-MO 32mm (dia) x 85mm (length) External Supply: 4.5V-15VDC 500ma transmit Frequecies: 32-40kHz crystal controlled Source level: up to 165db re 1uPascal @ 1m 4 wire (1m water blocked, jacketed cable) V+ = Red GND = BLACK Control+ (C+) = Orange GND = Brown Operation: with power applied to Red/Black, C+ open = off, C+ to GND = transmit Links: PRICES

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The Sonotronics Equipment Scholarship, established in 2005, commemorates Donald L. Brumbaugh’s pioneering work in the development of fisheries and wildlife biotelemetry technologies. The scholarship is designed to aid students in fisheries research projects. THE DON L. BRUMBAUGH MEMORIAL EQUIPMENT SCHOLARSHIP The Sonotronics Equipment Scholarship, established in 2005, commemorates Donald L. Brumbaugh’s pioneering work in the development of fisheries and wildlife biotelemetry technologies. The scholarship is designed to aid students in fisheries research projects. Apply Here Scholarship Application Criteria Project must be related to fisheries and/or aquatic animal management. Applicant must be a undergraduate or graduate student in a fisheries related discipline. Scholarship award is a grant toward the purchase of Sonotronics’ equipment. Criteria for Scholarship Selection Clarity and relevance of project goals Clarity and relevance of proposed project methods GPA If you are interested in applying for the Sonotronics equipment scholarship please contact Sonotronics for an application, or download the PDF using the link below: Download Scholarship Application

The CUB-2BT is a combination of a passive receiver and communications system allowing for near real-time monitoring of areas with cell phone coverage. CUB CELLULAR UPLINK BUOY / NO LONGER AVAILABLE This product is no longer available

Acoustic Transmitters and Receivers -Sonotronics offers an array of tracking products built on the concept of an Integrated Tracking Approach – a method that permits interoperability between product types, as well as forward and backward compatibility. TRACKING PRODUCTS Sonotronics offers an array of tracking products built on the concept of an Integrated Tracking Approach – a method that permits interoperability between product types, as well as forward and backward compatibility. As an example, recently a transmitter used to tag a fish 14 years earlier was detected by a modern MANTRAK receiver, and recovered on a lake bottom by use of an Underwater Diver Receiver (UDR) used primarily for the recovery of tagged equipment. This flexibility and consistency protects your investment in equipment, and allows for collaboration between groups with different interests: many universities use Sonotronics passive tracking products for long term fisheries studies, while at the same institution, an engineering group uses equipment tracking transmitters to tag submerged electronics packages for later retrieval, and both groups use the same active tracking receivers to obtain real-time information on either fish or equipment location and associated telemetry. Although this equipment is highly compatible, there are some detailed differences that help in particular applications: for example Equipment Marking Transmitters (EMTs) the same internal electronics as passive tracking tags used in fisheries research, the EMTs are housed in rugged, brightly colored PVC, with large mounting holes allowing use of standard zip ties for easy attachment to equipment. Based on the application area, Sonotronics tacking products are divided into 3 areas: Active Tracking, Passive Tracking, and Equipment Tracking.