Acoustic Buoy
Ocean Sonics · Accessories
The Ocean Sonics Acoustic Buoy brings icListen hydrophones into a surface deployment with live access to underwater sound. Its heave-plate arrangement separates buoy motion from the instruments below, supporting quieter measurements.
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Key features
- Supports drifting or moored monitoring deployments.
- Designed for deployment from a small craft.
- Provides built-in GPS timing for synchronised hydrophones.
- Can support multiple icListen hydrophones through a modular cable arrangement.
Technical details
| Deployment | Drifting or moored buoy |
|---|---|
| Instrument family | icListen smart hydrophones |
| Timing | Onboard GPS synchronisation |
Options and specifications can vary. Please confirm the current configuration and availability with Planet Ocean before selecting equipment.
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