Radome Scanners Users Guide Document Number: 81256_3 Date: March 2006
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Contents i Contents Important information ................................................................1 Introduction........................................................................................... 1 Intended use ......................................................................................... 1 Safety notices ........................................................................................ 1 WARNING: High voltage............................................................
ii Radome Scanners - Users Guide
Important information 1 Important information Introduction Safety notices This handbook contains an explanation of how to install, connect and maintain your radome scanner and covers the following models: • RD218 - 18” 2kW Radome scanner. • RD424 - 24” 4 kW Radome scanner. Your radar has been designed and manufactured to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless installed, operated and maintained properly.
2 Radome Scanners - Users Guide WARNING High Voltage The scanner unit contains high voltages. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians - there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove the scanner unit internal covers or attempt to sevice the equipment. WARNING Product installation This equipment must be installed in accordance with the instructions contained in this handbook.
Important information Display software version For operation of your scanner, the display unit requires the appropriate software version. These are: • E Series displays - Version 3.03 or later. • C Series displays - Version 3.01 or later. The software version can be confirmed by switching on the display and checking the version number during the magnetron warm-up sequence. However, if a scanner is not connected to the display, the version number will only be displayed for 10 seconds.
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Installation 5 Installation EMC installation guidelines All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
6 Radome Scanners - Users Guide What’s in the box? What tools do I need to install the scanner? Adhesive tape Radome Scanner Drill Torque wrench Artwork Number 3032-866-A 3026-136-A Center Line of Radome 10 mm drill bit Forward 13 mm socket 233 mm Fixing bolts and washers X4 Drill 4 holes, 10 mm diameter (18'' and 24'' Radomes) Inter-unit cable Center Line of Radome 18'' or 24'' NGS Radome Mounting Template 27.
Installation 7 How big is the scanner? 24” Radome scanner 247 mm (9.7 in) 521 mm (20.5 in) diameter 652 mm (25.67 in) diameter 27.5 mm (1.08 in) 141.5 mm (5.57 in) D8567-1 D8566-1 27.5 mm (0.92 in) 141.5 mm (5.57 in) 233 mm (9.17 in) 346 mm (13.62 in) diameter 116.5 mm (4.58 in) 346 mm (13.62 in) diameter 233 mm (9.17 in) 116.5 mm (4.58 in) 247 mm (9.
8 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Planning the installation 12.5˚ 12.5˚ D8856_1 Mount the scanner so that the array rotates parallel to the waterline. The radar beam is approximately 25o wide in the vertical direction, giving good target detection when your boat pitches and rolls. D8855_1 Mount the scanner as high as possible above the waterline for better long range performance, but make sure it: • • • • • is above head height. is easily accessible. is as near to the boat’s centerline as possible.
Installation 9 Inter-unit cables You need to consider the following points before installing the system cables: The inter-unit cable, illustrated below, is fitted with an 8-way plug and power cores (covered with a clear protective sleeve) for connecting to the scanner. • • • • • You need to connect the scanner to the display unit and power. The cable required will depend on the display unit and scanner type.
10 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Power cables Radome radar systems are intended for use on boat’s DC power systems operating in the range 10.7 to 32 V DC. That is 12 V and 24 V systems, they should not be used on 32 V systems. A 1.5 m (5ft) power cable is supplied with the display unit for connecting the boat’s DC power to the radar scanner via the display unit.Refer to the relevant display unit handbook for details on connecting this cable.
11 Extending the power cable 12 V systems - Maximum permissible length for extending a power cable (m) Inter-unit cable type Display type Power cable core (each core) 1.5 16 mm2 AWG Radome size (ins) 10 m light 10 m light + 5 m ext 10 m light + 10 m ext 2.0 15 2.5 14 15 m heavy 6.0 10 10 7 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24 C-Series (6.0) N/A (7.0) N/A (9.0) N/A 18.0 N/A 24.0 N/A 47.0 N/A E-Series (2.0) N/A (3.0) N/A (3.0) N/A 7.0 N/A 9.0 N/A 18.
12 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Inter-unit cable type 15 m heavy +5 m ext Display type Power cable core (each core) C-Series (6.0) (4.0) (8.0) (5.0) (10.0) (6.0) 20.0 13.0 26.0 17.0 50.0 34.0 E-Series (2.0) (1.0) (3.0) (2.0) (4.0) (2.0) 7.0 5.0 10.0 6.0 20.0 13.0 15 m heavy + C-Series 10 m ext N/A (3.0) N/A (4.0) N/A (5.0) N/A 11.0 N/A 14.0 N/A 28.0 E-Series N/A (1.0) N/A (1.0) N/A (2.)0) N/A 4.0 N/A 6.0 N/A 12.0 C-Series (6.0) (3.0) (8.0) (4.
13 Mounting options Preparing the mounting holes -8 32 r 30 36 be 30 Ar tw or k 26 -1 Mounting platform Num -A 66 -A 1 m do Ra S te NG pla 4' Tem 2 r g ' o tin 18 un o M in rL te ete m dia m ) m es 10 om s, ad le R ho 24' ll 4 nd ri a D ' 8 (1 n Ce 27.5 FORWARD m 5m Mounting platform 141. r e 23 3 of m m Ra do n Ce m te e rL in e e of Ra do m e ard rw Fo D R A W R FO A mm 2 FORWARD D8859_1 Mounting platform 1. Tape template to mounting platform.
14 Radome Scanners - Users Guide D8861_1 FO R W A R D Securing the scanner to the mounting platform
15 Connecting the inter-unit cable to the scanner CAUTION: Connections Before starting to connect the inter-unit cable make sure that the cable is not connected and power is not applied to the display unit. With the radome cover removed: 1. Remove the inner cover (1). 2. Slide the gland nut and grommet onto the inter-unit cable (2), and insert the cable, still covered by its protective sleeve, through the gland. 3.
16 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Completing the installation D8863_1 1. Holding the cover securely, remove the cord and toggle from the retaining hole. 2. Coil and place the cord in the storage compartment. Secure in place by fixing the toggle on top of the cord (see inset). 3. Place cover onto the base unit ensuring the markers are aligned - see right. 4. Tighten the captive screws just sufficiently to secure. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. 5.
17 Display connections The inter-unit cable is connected to the display unit with the molded plug: the illustration on the left identifies the scanner connection on the rear connector panels of the various display units. G Y If you are using an inter-unit extension cable, connect this to the display unit, and connect the supplied cable to the extension cable.
18 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Inter-unit cable connections Scanner setup The illustration below details the connections for the inter-unit cable: Before you go to sea Front view of Display Cable Connector 8 7 1 2 5 3 4 8 6 7 11 9 13 10 12 4 3 2 Not fitted on Open Array Scanners (refer to Section 2.
19 Set up, alignment and timing checks Switch on and initial set up 1. Press and hold the POWER key of the display unit until the unit beeps. The magnetron warm-up sequence should start, after which the unit should enter standby mode. 2. If necessary, adjust the lighting and contrast. 3. If necessary, change the default language settings. Transmission check Ensure that all personnel are clear of the scanner and switch to transmit mode.
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Maintenance and troubleshooting 21 Maintenance and troubleshooting CAUTION: System power Always turn the radar system OFF before carrying out any routine maintenance on the scanner or nearby equipment. Switch off the display unit before removing the power cord. Troubleshooting The table below identifies the most likely cause and the corrective action required to restore normal operation. Introduction Problem Solution DO NOT remove the rear cover of the display or the internal covers in the scanner.
22 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Technical support www.raymarine.com United States Europe Raymarine Technical Support 1-800-539-5539 extension 2444, or (603) -881-5200 Technical Support Services Accessories Product Repair and Service Raymarine Product Repair Center 21 Manchester Street, Merrimack, NH03054 - 4801 1-800-539-5539 Raymarine UK Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth PO3 5TD England Opening hours: Monday through Friday 0815 - 1700 Eastern Standard or Eastern Daylight Savings Time.
23 Appendix A: Technical specification RD218 18”Radome scanner unit General Transmitter Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to Peak Power Output 2.0 kW (nominal) 1999/5/EC 47CFR Part 2 and Part 80 Transmitter Solid-state modulator driving Magnetron Dimensions Φ521 x 247 mm (20.5 x 9.7 in) Pulse Length/PRF Weight 9.5 kg (21 lbs) Input Voltage 8.
24 Pathfinder Radomes - Users Handbook Antenna Antenna Type Patch array Beam Width (nominal) 5.1° horizontal, 25° vertical Polarization Horizontal Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Logarithmic Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.
25 RD424 24”Radome scanner unit Transmitter Pulse Length/PRF General Range (nm) Pulse Length (ns) PRF (Hz) 0.25 or less 75 3.0 0.50 100 3.0 0.75 150 3.0 10.0 kg (22 lbs) 0.75 expanded 250 3.0 Input Voltage 8.7 - 32 V DC (from display unit) 1.50 350 2.0 Power Consumption 34 W (10 W Standby) 3.00 450 1.5 Environmental Waterproof to CFR46 Temperature range: -10° to +55°C Humidity limit: up to 95% at 35°C Maximum wind speed for satisfactory operation: 100 Kts 3.
26 Pathfinder Radomes - Users Handbook Antenna Polarization Horizontal Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Logarithmic Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.
27 Raymarine World Wide Warranty Raymarine Inc. APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS SOLD THROUGH OFFICIAL RAYMARINE INC. DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND BOAT BUILDERS WITHIN THE AMERICAS AND CARIBBEAN. Limited warranty Subject to the terms, conditions and limitations set forth in this U.S.
28 Limitations and Exclusions In addition to any other limitations and exclusions set forth herein, Raymarine is not responsible for, and this Warranty does not cover: • • • • • • • failures due to abuse, misuse, accident, unauthorized alteration or repair, improper installation (whether or not by a Raymarine-certified service agent), shipping damage or corrosion; Costs associated with routine system checkouts, alignment/calibration, seatrials or commissioning; repair or replacement of consumable items,
29 Raymarine UK Ltd. APPLICABLE TO PRODUCT SOLD THROUGH OFFICIAL RAYMARINE UK LTD. DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND BOAT BUILDERS WITHIN EUROPE, THE MIDDLE AND FAR EAST, AFRICA AND AUSTRALASIA. Limited Warranty The Raymarine warranty terms and conditions as described below do not affect the customers legal rights and complies with EU Directive 1999/44/EC.
30 Subject to the limitations below, the product will be repaired or replaced (at the discretion of Raymarine or a Raymarine Service Agent) at no further cost and promptly returned to the customer. 3.3 In cases where the customer is making a warranty claim and the product has been installed by a Raymarine certified installer, (boat builder, installer, dealer etc.) i.e.
31 Raymarine or a Raymarine service agent be liable for any loss of profit, business, contracts, opportunity, goodwill or other similar loss. The liability of Raymarine or a Raymarine service agent to a customer under this warranty, whether for breach of contract, tort, breach of statutory duty or otherwise, shall not exceed US$1,000,000. Nothing in this paragraph 4.
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