ObserverBuoy 0.6m

Intelligent acoustic monitoring on a compact ocean buoy

The ObserverBuoy 0.6m is a compact yet powerful solution for real-time passive acoustic monitoring (PAM), acoustic data collection, and oceanographic measurements. Built on JASCO’s OceanObserver platform, this 0.6-metre buoy supports flexible sensor configurations, on-board data recording, and reliable data transmission to shore or nearby vessels. It is designed for both short-term, high-bandwidth deployments and longer-duration monitoring using satellite communications and can be deployed as either a moored or free-drifting system across a wide range of marine environments.

 

Features

  • Integrated OceanObserver processing and control platform

  • On-board recording of full bandwidth acoustic data to removable memory

  • Flexible support for acoustic and non-acoustic sensors or arrays

  • Configurable as a moored or free-drifting system

  • Typically equipped with up to four hydrophones, GPS, AIS, and Wi-Fi

 

Applications

  • Real-time and long-term passive acoustic monitoring (PAM)

  • Marine mammal presence and activity monitoring

  • Vessel noise monitoring and quantification

  • Ambient noise monitoring and baseline studies

  • Environmental monitoring to support regulatory compliance

  • Near-shore, port, and offshore monitoring programs

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ObserverBuoy 0.6m Datasheet

Intelligent acoustic monitoring on a compact ocean buoy.


OceanObserver and AMAR G4 Component Descriptions

Technical descriptions of components and options, many of which are shared between the AMAR G4 and OceanObserver.


PAMlab INT Brochure

Intelligent acoustic analysis for OceanObserver and integrated systems. This integrated version of JASCO’s flagship acoustic software tool PAMlab provides customized on-board acoustic detections and processing, all in real time.


 

Contact us for support with your JASCO system

For support resources including complete user guides, software updates, release notes, and technical bulletins, contact JASCO Technical Support.