User's Manual
FutureWaves™ User Manual
FutureWaves™ v1.7.0.1
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Figure A3: Location of the ‘Transmit Power’ buttons and ‘Ready Status’ indicator in the
Radar Control section of the Radar-1 Tab.
7. Visually verify the radar is clear of any obstructions then click the Transmit Power ‘On’
button. This will energize the unit and begin rotating the antenna.
8. FutureWaves™ is now in normal operating mode and has begun to collect data. After
about three (3) minutes the ocean wave spectra [2DPS] should become visible on the
planning tab and timing forecast should be ready shortly after that.
Shutdown
To completely shutdown the FutureWaves™ system (Refer to Figure A4):
1.
Move to the
Radar-1
tab in the
Control & Settings
Panel
2.
In the Radar Control section, click the ‘Transmit Power’ ‘Off’ button
3.
In the PPU & RPU Control section, power off the RPU by pressing the ‘Power’ button
next to the ‘RPU’ label.
4.
In the PPU & RPU Control section, power off the PPU by pressing the ‘Power’ button
next to the ‘PPU’ label.
5.
Close the FutureWaves™ application using the X in the upper right.