Introduction
This user manual introduces how to use the MarineBenchVue software.
Overview
MarineBenchVue is an integrated suite of software tools designed to simplify data management, analysis, and coordinate transformation for hydrographic surveys conducted with the Tersus ES200 single-beam echo sounder.
With its intuitive interface and intelligent data processing capabilities, MarineBenchVue streamlines every step — from sonar data replay and correction to coordinate conversion — ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and productivity in marine data workflows.
MarineBenchVue software consists of two main parts, Sonar Viewer and T-Converter:
- Sonar Viewer allows users to replay, analyze, and refine sonar data collected in the field. It includes advanced functions for error checking, data correction, and flexible export formats.
- T-Converter automatically reads the geodetic coordinate files exported from Sonar Viewer and converts them into any required projected coordinate system — whether for local map frame, engineering, or navigation applications.
Features
Sonar Viewer
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Data Playback | Replay and inspect recorded sonar data intuitively |
| Batch Frame Removal | Efficiently clean datasets by removing unnecessary frames in bulk |
| Batch Depth Correction | Apply uniform or customized depth corrections to multiple records |
| Automatic False Data Check | Detect and flag suspected erroneous or noisy data for review |
| Comprehensive Editing Tools | Bottom line adjustment, marking, and depth filtering functions |
| Flexible Data Export | Output in CSV, TXT, KML, DXF, PNG, and TSL3 formats |
T-Converter
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Automatic File Import | Instantly recognize and open depth files from Sonar Viewer |
| Single-Point & Batch Conversion | Process individual coordinates or transform entire datasets |
| Universal Projection Support | Convert geodetic coordinates (latitude/longitude) into any projected coordinate system |
System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10 (32-bit and 64-bit) | — |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 | Intel Core i5 |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Hard disk | 10 GB | 1 TB |
| Graphics card | DirectX 9 compatible integrated graphics | DirectX 9 compatible 2 GB discrete graphics |
| Internet | Ability to originate both HTTP and HTTPS (SSL) connections | — |