Kongsberg cNODE MiniS: Compact Transponder

Advanced Underwater Positioning for ROVs, Towfish, and Submersibles

Product Overview

The Kongsberg cNODE MiniS is the most advanced compact transponder in the cNODE family, specifically designed for small-to-medium subsea vehicles where space and weight are at a premium. Despite its small form factor, it delivers the same market-leading performance as the larger cNODE Maxi, making it the ideal solution for positioning WROVs (Work-class ROVs), Towfish, and AUVs.

Built on the Cymbal digital acoustic protocol, the MiniS supports over 500 digital channels, providing unparalleled range accuracy and resistance to noise. Whether you are conducting a high-speed towfish survey or precision subsea construction, the cNODE MiniS offers the reliability and flexibility required for modern offshore operations.

Why Choose the Kongsberg cNODE MiniS?

• Compact & Lightweight: At approximately 4 kg, it is easy to mount on small vehicles and drones without affecting their buoyancy or maneuverability.
• Cymbal Digital Performance: Achieve a range accuracy of better than 0.02 m thanks to Kongsberg’s wideband digital signal processing.
• SSBL & LBL Capability: Operates in both Super Short Base Line (SSBL) and Long Base Line (LBL) modes, allowing it to function as a tracked target or a seabed reference.
• Internal Depth Aiding: Available in "P" (Pressure) versions with an integrated high-accuracy strain-gauge pressure sensor (up to 0.01% FS accuracy), eliminating the need for separate telemetry to get depth data.