Playing back a recording
You can play back a previously recorded data file to view the sonar image sequence captured during operation of the Sonar Head.
Prerequisites
Open the Preferences dialog box to change the default save location, choose your own filename, and add overlay text.
Tip
When the M3 software isn’t running, double-click on a recording file to open the software and begin playback automatically.
Procedure
1 Click FilePlayback.
A file browser dialog box opens to let you choose which file to play back.
2 Select the file you want to play back and click Open.
Playback will begin. The Playback Console will automatically open to offer you additional functionality.
3 Control playback using the Playback Console.
You can stop, pause, fast forward, or advance through the recording one ping at a time. You can also repeat playback of the file on a never-ending loop.
Tip
You can also apply filters to the playback, such as the Average or Edge Enhancement filters.
4 When you are done, click the Stop button on the Playback Console, then close the console.
Alternatively, click FileStop Playback.