Pure software solution
No dedicated hardware is required, connecting sonar equipment through standard interfaces (USB, RS232/RS485, Ethernet) greatly reduces system complexity and cost.

Kongsberg MS1000 is an advanced sonar processing software platform based on the Microsoft Windows operating system. It can transform a standard PC computer into a fully functional sonar processor without any additional hardware boards, used to control Kongsberg's entire range of digital scanning sonars and altimeters. MS1000 offers two versions: Express and Standard. The Express version can run a single sonar head or altimeter without the need for a dongle, meeting basic applications; The standard version requires encryption dog authorization, unlocking a complete set of professional functions including integrated measurement, trajectory mapping, and advanced geographic reference. It is a complete solution for underwater search, survey, and engineering support.

No dedicated hardware is required, connecting sonar equipment through standard interfaces (USB, RS232/RS485, Ethernet) greatly reduces system complexity and cost.
MS1000 Express: Meeting the needs of single acoustic nanohead operation, it is an ideal entry-level choice for ROV obstacle avoidance, basic imaging, and diving support.
MS1000 Standard: Supports simultaneous operation of multiple sonars and integrates c
Supports various devices such as Kongsberg 1171 series digital sonar heads and 1107 series altimeters.
Compatible with multiple scanning modes (polar, sector, side scan, echo depth) and external sensors (NMEA, Valeport MIDAS CTD).
Integrated trajectory plotter: provides functions such as navigator display, line planning, and coverage area display.
Geographic Reference and Planning: Supports GeoTiff file import, coordinate conversion, projection, and datum conversion.
Event record
Support data recording and playback (both versions support) for post task analysis and evaluation.
Provide error message log windows and files for easy fault diagnosis and system maintenance.

| Parameters/Functions |
MS1000 Express |
MS1000 Standard |
| Do you need a dongle | No | Yes |
| Support the number of acoustic heads | 1 piece | multiple |
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USB |
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| Ethernet sonar head |
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| Sonar head settings (gain, range, resolution, etc.) |
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| Object tracking |
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| Profile measurement and data export |
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| Integrated measurement and trajectory plotting functions |
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| Geographic reference, survey line/regional planning |
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| External CTD sensor support |
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| Data recording and playback |
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| Firmware upgrade and factory reset |
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| operating system | Microsoft Windows 10 (32-bit or 64 bit) | |
| processor | 1 GHz 32-bit or 64 bit processor or higher | |
| memory | 1 GB or more RAM | |
| interface | 2 or more USB ports | |