Oceanview 2.0 Manual Link

OceanView 2.0 is the flagship desktop spectroscopy application from Ocean Insight

(formerly Ocean Optics). The software is designed to provide full control over spectrometers for acquiring, processing, and analyzing spectral data. Core Functionality & Layout

OceanView 2.0 features a significantly improved graphical user interface (GUI) compared to its predecessors, offering two primary operating modes:

: The default setting, providing a simplified interface with essential controls to minimize clutter for standard measurements. Advanced Mode

: Unlocks the full capability of the software, including the Schematic View , which allows for complex, automated data processing. Key Features for Review Visual Schematic View

: This is the software's standout feature. It allows users to build "projects" by dragging and dropping icons representing spectrometers, mathematical functions (like subtraction or averaging), and display nodes (graphs or tables). Wizard-Driven Setup oceanview 2.0 manual

: The "Create New Spectroscopy Application" wizard guides users through common techniques such as absorbance, transmission, reflection, and irradiance, automating much of the configuration. Customizable Data Windows

: Users can view data in multiple formats simultaneously, including live spectral graphs, strip charts for time-series data, and color views. Persistence

: The software remembers your specific acquisition settings, toolbars, and project layouts, so they don't need to be reset every time you restart. Operational Best Practices

For accurate results, the manual and expert reviews emphasize a specific order of operations: Set Integration Time

: Adjust so the signal reaches approximately 85% of saturation. Averaging & Boxcar OceanView 2

: Apply these to lower overall noise before further processing. Reference & Dark Measurements

: Take these frequently to account for temperature changes or light source drift. Dark subtraction is critical for linearity and stray light correction. Data Management File Export

: Processed data can be exported to ASCII, CSV, SPC, or JSON formats. Project Saving

: You can save entire schematic workflows as projects, making it easy to share complex experiment setups with other users.

The following videos provide a visual walkthrough of the interface and best practices for setting up measurements in OceanView 2.0: OceanView Software - General Features Ocean Optics OceanView Software - The Welcome Screen Ocean Optics Absorbance Spectroscopy with OceanView Software Ocean Optics Data Processing & Workflows

Data Processing & Workflows

Reprojection: on-import reprojection to chosen CRS.
Gridding/Interpolation: nearest, bilinear, kriging (for irregular data).
Subsetting: spatial and temporal subset tools; save as new dataset.
Quality Control: flagging, threshold filters, gap filling options.
Batch Processing: process multiple files via Batch → New Job.

Step 3: First Launch & Wizard

Upon first launch, the OceanView 2.0 Setup Wizard appears. You will:

Select your primary language (15 languages supported).
Calibrate the display for maritime lighting (Day, Dusk, Night Red modes).
Import existing waypoints/routes (GPX, KML, or legacy .ov1 format).
Register the device with OceanView Cloud (optional but required for sync).

Troubleshooting: If no sonar data appears, navigate to Settings > Sensor Manager and manually assign the COM port or network IP of your transducer.

Security & Data Privacy

OceanView stores project files locally by default; configure remote services in Settings.
Avoid storing sensitive credentials in project folders.

2. Document Scope & Audience

7. Troubleshooting

| Issue | Possible Solution | |-------|------------------| | Map layers not loading | Check internet connection; verify API keys under Data Feeds. | | Vessel positions delayed | Refresh AIS feed interval (Settings → Performance → Update rate). | | Unable to draw zones | Clear browser/app cache; ensure edit permissions are enabled. |

Step 1: Unpacking and Hardware Integration

Connect the OceanView Central Hub (a ruggedized IP67 device) to your vessel’s primary 12/24V DC power bus using the supplied fused harness.
Attach sensors to the designated ports:
- Port A (Primary Sonar): Connect CHIRP or MBES transducer.
- Port B (GPS/INS): Use RS422 for Septentrio or Ublox F9P.
- Port C (Expansion): Daisy-chain anemometers, temperature probes, and AIS receivers.
Connect the OceanView 2.0 Display Unit (or your own touch monitor) via HDMI 2.1 and USB-C for touch feedback.

1. The Dynamic Chart Canvas

Interaction: Two-finger pinch to zoom, two-finger rotate to change heading-up mode.
Layers: Toggle between Navionics, OpenStreetMap, or your own high-res bathymetric surveys.
Overlays: Dropdown menu to enable AIS targets, weather radar, or thermal camera feeds.