Chasing Cerulean Omniscan 450 FS sonar 300M for M2 PRO MAX

Chasing Cerulean Omniscan 450 FS – Forward-Looking Sonar with 300m Depth Rating for M2 PRO MAX

The Chasing Cerulean Omniscan 450 FS is a forward-looking sonar designed for ROV and surface-vessel scanning. This version supports a 300m depth-rated enclosure option and connects via an Ethernet + power interface. The unit houses both the transducer and the electronics in a single enclosure, simplifying installation and cabling.

Key features

• Forward-looking sonar, suited for ROV applications.
• Single enclosure that contains the transducer and electronics.
• Ethernet + power interface for data and power over a single connection.
• Two enclosure depth options are available: 100m or 300m.
• Compatible with SonarView imaging to "paint" the scanned seabed and provide situational awareness in murky conditions.

How it works and typical use cases

The Omniscan 450 FS creates an image of the scanned area using SonarView, which paints the seabed and helps operators maintain situational awareness even in low-visibility water. For surface vessels equipped with GPS or ROVs fitted with a DVL, scanning can be both translational and rotational, producing mapped imagery aligned with the vehicle's movement.

For underwater vehicles that do not have external positioning information, Omniscan's Dopper Position Tracking provides translational information in the direction of the beam. Additionally, by mounting a pair of Omniscan 450 FS units — one facing forward and another 90 degrees to either side — operators gain full 2D motion tracking. This pairing also enables a position hold mode for improved station-keeping.

Mounting and compatibility with M2 Pro Max

To mount an Omniscan 450 FS to the M2 Pro Max, you also need the quick mounting bracket. The required bracket is sold as article 131298. This bracket provides the mechanical interface needed to attach the sonar unit to the M2 Pro Max platform.

Specifications

FAQ

Question: Which depth ratings are available for the Omniscan 450 FS? Answer: Two enclosure options are available with depth ratings of 100m or 300m, and the listed product supports the 300m enclosure option for M2 Pro Max integration.

Question: What connection does the sonar use for data and power? Answer: The Omniscan 450 FS uses an Ethernet + power interface, allowing both data and power to be delivered via the same connection arrangement.

Question: Can I use the Omniscan 450 FS without a positioning system? Answer: Yes. For vehicles without external positioning, Omniscan's Dopper Position Tracking provides translational information in the beam direction. Additionally, pairing two units enables 2D motion tracking and position hold mode.

Question: Do I need additional hardware to mount the sonar on an M2 Pro Max? Answer: Yes. To mount the Omniscan 450 FS to the M2 Pro Max you must use the quick mounting bracket, sold as article 131298.

Question: What kind of imagery does the sonar provide? Answer: The unit works with SonarView to "paint" the scanned area of the seabed, giving situational awareness even in murky conditions by producing clear sonar imagery of the environment.