Streamline Surveys with SonarWiz

SonarWiz by Chesapeake Technology streamlines the survey process and simplifies the number of software programs you need to learn. It operates with almost all sonar manufacturers, so you won't need to re-familiarize yourself with different software. SonarWiz interfaces with nearly all brands of commercially available sidescan sonar, sub-bottom profilers, magnetometers, echo sounders and bathymetric interferometers. Perpetual electronic licenses or hard dongles include one year of support. We rent and lease-to-own on a weekly and monthly basis.


7.11.0 Available

- Flag soundings with up to 8 user-defined categories; user can make them golden
- SonarWiz projects no longer require transformations to/from WGS84
- Updates to the copy project tool, can now rename projects
- AutoTVG adjusted for artifacts caused in the far field
- Capture Contact now has length & width box for easier measurements
- Added measurement utility and info at cursor to Bathy Swath Editor
- Can now edit non-bathy grids in the Grid Editor for enhanced data analysis
- Export updates - added: flags to XYZ, multiple fields for Grids
- Added support: GeoAcoustics GeoPulse 2 and EdgeTech eBoss system
- NMEA parser for Single Beam can now handle invalid characters
- Added Capture Distance to the CUBE gridder

2 Sidescan
SonarWiz Sidescan

Real time tools allow for data analysis and survey monitoring with interfaces to most manufacturers. Processing tools allow for creation of mosaics and many options for data enhancements. Target and coverage reports, and many export options provide the tools needed for final product creation.

3 Sub bottom
SonarWiz Sub Bottom

Explore sediment layers in-depth with real-time analog and digital data acquisition and post-processing modules. Auto reflector tracking and creation of layers provide the tools needed for full analysis. Enhance images with gains and filters to produce a clear image of the sediment below the surface.

4 Bathy
SonarWiz Bathymetry

Collect and process multibeam and Lidar data. Real time displays for all sensor data for QC monitoring. Intuitive and easy to use tools for data cleaning, including manual and automatic filtering. Patch and Performance Test, 3D views. Creation of Grids, contours, XYZ and other final products.

5 Mag
SonarWiz Magnetometry

Collect and process magnetometer data with SonarWiz. Collected as stand alone or used in conjunction with other systems. Processing tools allow for the import of most formats, and tools for creation of new sensor format import. Auto detection of anomalies. Export to XYZ, grid and contour.

6 Single beam
SonarWiz Single Beam

Easy to use interface for data logging and processing. Data input from single beam sensor, motion sensor and navigation devices. Swath editor for data cleaning and performance test for system analysis provide the tools needed for completing the survey work. Export to XYZ, grid and contours, and more.

9 2023 Training
Dec 2022 SonarWiz training

International SonarWiz training in Fall 2023:
- Nov 13-14: Elcee Instrumentation, Malaysia
- Nov 15-16: Hydronav Services, Singapore

Can't make these dates? Ask about custom classes held onsite at your facility, or remotely via Zoom

More SonarWiz Training Opportunities in 2023:
- Sept 9-10 College of Charleston, SC
- Oct 25-26 THSOA SE Chapter, Gulfport MS
- Remote Zoom sessions
- Custom Onsite training

10 FedEx EORI

March 1, 2023
FedEx notified all customers today about new requirements* for shipping to the EU effective immediately. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to your cooperation to obtain and share your EORI.

Beginning March 1, 2023, all goods being shipped into or transiting through the EU, Northern Ireland, Norway and Switzerland by air will need to have:
> A minimum six-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for each item in the shipment
> Accurate goods description for each item in the shipment
> If known, the receiver’s Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number**
> These rules apply to all goods (except documents), regardless of value.

* The European Union (EU) is strengthening safety and security at customs for its citizens through a large-scale information system called Import Control System 2 (ICS2). As a result, we will need to provide additional information about your shipments to the authorities and we are asking you to ensure that you provide these details, each time you ship.
** EORI is not the same as your VAT number

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SonarWiz Sidescan Mosaic

Real time tools allow for data analysis and survey monitoring with interfaces to most manufacturers. Processing tools allow for creation of mosaics and many options for data enhancements. Target and coverage reports, and many export options provide the tools needed for final product creation.
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SonarWiz Sub bottom image

Explore sediment layers in-depth with real-time analog and digital data acquisition and post-processing modules. Auto reflector tracking and creation of layers provide the tools needed for full analysis. Enhance images with gains and filters to produce a clear image of the sediment below the surface.
Read More...

SonarWiz multibeam bathymetry image

Collect and process multibeam and Lidar data. Real time displays for all sensor data for QC monitoring. Intuitive and easy to use tools for data cleaning, including manual and automatic filtering. Patch and Performance Test, 3D views. Creation of Grids, contours, XYZ and other final products.
Read More...

SonarWiz single beam processing

Easy to use interface for data logging and processing. Data input from single beam sensor, motion sensor and navigation devices. Swath editor for data cleaning and performance test for system analysis provide the tools needed for completing the survey work. Export to XYZ, grid and contours, and more.
Read More...

SonarWiz magnetometer processed image

Collect and process magnetometer data with SonarWiz. Collected as stand alone or used in conjunction with other systems. Processing tools allow for the import of most formats, and tools for creation of new sensor format import. Auto detection of anomalies. Export to XYZ, grid and contour.
Read More...


May 9-11  SonarWiz Training, NWMC, Michigan
May 24-26 CSPI Expo 2023, Makuhari Messe, Tokyo
Jun 6-8   SonarWiz Training, Lewes Campus UDEL
July 12-13 Univ New Hampshire - CCOM Industry Day
July 13    THSOA New England Lobster Bake
July 17-20 WEDA Dredging Summit 2023, Las Vegas
Sept 9-10 SonarWiz Training, College of Charleston
Oct 10-12 WEDA Southeast Chapter, Jacksonville
Oct 25-26 SonarWiz Training-THSOA SE Chapter 
Nov 13-14  SonarWiz Training at Elcee in Malaysia
Nov 15-16 SonarWiz Training at Hydronav Singapore
Dec 12-14 SonarWiz Training, College of Charleston

- Flag soundings with up to 8 user-defined categories; user can make them golden
- SonarWiz projects no longer require transformations to/from WGS84
- Updates to the copy project tool, can now rename projects
- AutoTVG adjusted for artifacts caused in the far field
- Capture Contact now has length & width box for easier measurements
- Added measurement utility and info at cursor to Bathy Swath Editor
- Edit non-bathy grids in the grid editor for enhanced data analysis
- Export updates - added: flags to XYZ, multiple fields for Grids
-  Added support: GeoAcoustics GeoPulse 2 and EdgeTech eBOSS system
- NMEA parser for Single Beam can now handle invalid characters
-  Added Capture Distance to the CUBE gridder


Partner News and Updates
Feb 28: New Geodesy Engine

Chesapeake presented a one hour webinar about updates to the Geodesy engine, potential compatibility issues and special notes for bathy projects.

Mar 14: Magnetometer Updates
One hour webinar covering workflow for magnetometer processing, visualizing, classifying anomalies, creating reports and more. Watch Recording
Mar 28: Analyzing Bathymetry
We show how to use the Performance Utility, Volume and Difference calculator, Cross Section report and A minus B tool. 45 min. Watch recording.
SonarWiz Processes EdgeTech eBOSS
EdgeTech eBOSS

SonarWiz now imports and processes EdgeTech eBOSS ("Buried Object Sonar Systems") 3D SAS sub-bottom profiler. Intended for UXO, pipeline and cable survey applications. Read more...

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"This [SonarWiz] gives the best high resolution HISAS data I've witnessed on any platform, I am really impressed and it's quick"
Craig Wallace, Kongsberg HUGIN
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Control, Collect, Process in SonarWiz
- Pulsar Sidescan
- GeoPulse Compact Sub-bottom
- Included w all new hardware sales

ABOUT US

Chesapeake Technology has been offering sonar mapping software and thought-leading consulting services to the marine geophysical and geological survey industry for over 20 years. SonarWiz provides leading-edge sonar data acquisition and processing software for sidescan, sub-bottom, swath bathymetry, single beam and magnetometer systems. It is being used by thousands of clients worldwide, including most of the world’s navies, NOAA, USGS, Fugro, Oceaneering, and leading academic institutions.  Learn more...

Thanks for all of your, and others at CTI, for the tremendous support.  I was very impressed with version 7.7.2 and am finally getting somewhat of a handle on all of the many options with the newest version of SonarWiz. "

-Dick Sylwester, Northwest Geophysical Services

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