Cerulean Sonar Unveils the Omniscan 450 Compact: Expanding the Omniscan Family with Convenient Form Factor and Enhanced Connectivity

Cerulean Sonar recently announced the launch of the Omniscan 450 Compact, the latest addition to its Omniscan family. The “Compact” introduces a new form factor and advanced connectivity and diagnostic features that simplify deployment on modern small ROVs.

The Omniscan 450 Compact features three external ports and an internal Ethernet switch, allowing users to daisy chain up to two additional Ethernet devices while utilizing only a single vehicle Ethernet port. This configuration offers streamlined integration with other onboard systems, reducing cabling complexity and enhancing deployment efficiency. One of the additional ports can also accommodate a variety of pressure and temperature sensors, further broadening the Compact’s versatility.

The new form factor matches common FLS devices supported by most small ROVs, thus easing integration efforts. Finally, a new externally visible LED provides clear power indication and additional diagnostic feedback, ensuring quick and effective troubleshooting during operation.

The entire Omniscan family, including the FS, SS, and Compact models, employs a fixed, single, narrow, tall “fan beam.” Scanning with Omniscan is under the direct control of the ROV operator so they can focus on specific areas of interest. As the ROV or surface vessel moves, SonarView “paints” a clear, detailed image of the scanned area, providing exceptional situational awareness even in the murkiest underwater conditions. Omniscan has superior image quality and longer range than multibeam FLS sonars costing 10 times more.

For underwater vehicles lacking positioning information, Omniscan’s patent-pending Doppler Motion Tracking technology offers translational data in the direction of the beam. When paired with two Omniscan 450FS units—one facing forward and one oriented 90 degrees to the side—users can achieve full 2D motion tracking. Additionally, the system supports position-hold functionality when integrated with compatible ROV systems.

For more information about the Omniscan 450 Compact and the full range of Cerulean Sonar products, visit www.ceruleansonar.com