0 kW and 25 kW Low Emission Radar Installation Manual ENGLISH simrad-yachting.
Preface As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance. It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducers in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices.
IC RSS-GEN, Sec 7.1.2 Warning Statement- (Required for Transmitters) Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
Harmful Interference The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Contents 2 Introduction 4 Pre installation checks 4 4 5 6 6 7 Check the parts Choose the scanner location Power boat installations How to find the A-B Line: How to find the theoretical maximum detection range Reduce false echoes and shadow zones 9 Hardware mounting 9 10 Install the radar processor Install the scanner 12 Wiring 12 12 15 18 Guidelines Radar scanner: 10 kW Radar scanner: 25 kW Radar processor connections 21 Pinouts 21 22 Scanner cable NMEA / COMMS cable 23 Specifications 23
1 Introduction This manual explains how to install the radar scanner (antenna + pedestal) and the Navico radar processor. There are also details how to connect the radar to the various brands of displays produced by Navico. This manual should be used in conjunction with the installation manual provided with the display. This manual is written for professional marine technicians, installation technicians, and service technicians. Dealers may use information contained in this document.
Note: Most countries accept that RF power density levels below 100 W/m2 cause no significant RF hazard. Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information Calculations for radar systems in table below show that the safe distance (for a rotating antenna) is within the antenna’s turning circle. Irrespective, users should stay well outside the turning circle of the antenna to avoid injury through impact as it spins. System 10kW: TXL-10S-4 TXL-10S-6 25kW: TXL-25S-7 100W/m2 or power at Antenna face 32.
2 Pre installation checks ! Warning: A radar unit should only be installed by a qualified marine technician, as potentially lethal high voltage is present along with heavy rotating parts. There is a transmit interlock that prevents radar transmissions if the antenna is not rotating. However, a high voltage remains for a period of time after the system is turned off.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • When you’re deciding on the location, please consider: To avoid the scanner coming in contact with other installed objects while it is rotating, ensure that there is at least 200 millimeters between the swing circle (turning radius) and the other installed objects.
However, when a power boat is traveling at high speed, the bow rises up out of the water and if the elevation angle (trim) of the bow is raised up so that it equals, or exceeds, 50% of the vertical beam width of the radar, this can cause two problems: • Ahead of the power boat, the beam is projected too high to sweep the water surface effectively. Targets can be missed completely or appear at a very poor resolution on the display screen.
You can calculate the maximum theoretical target detection range using the following formula: D = 2.23 (√h1 + √h2) D h2 h1 where: • D is distance traveled by the radar beam • h1 is the height above sea level of the scanner • h2 is the height above sea level of a target An example is shown below: In this example, the scanner is installed on the vessel at a height of 3 m (10 ft) above sea level (h1). Island A is 10 m (33 ft) high (h2) and for comparison, island B is 5 m (16.4 ft) high (h2).
D = diameter of the obstacle R = distance between the antenna and the obstacle 8| Pre installation checks |10kW and 25kW Installation Manual
3 Hardware mounting Install the radar processor Install the radar processor in a dry location away from spray, rain, drips and condensation. It is preferable that the processor is mounted vertically, with the connectors facing downwards. Avoid installing the processor with the connectors facing upwards, as any water that may ingress the installation area or travels down the connected cables could pool around the connectors. This would result in corroded connectors, or damage to the internal eletronics.
Install the scanner Ensure all points in “Choose the scanner location” on page 4 have been considered. Fitting the antenna to the pedestal Remove the protective caps from the antenna and pedestal, shortly before fitting. When placing antenna on to pedestal, ensure correct orientation is used - both the antenna and the platform on the pedestal have a front and back edge, even though they may appear nearly symetrical.
Fixing the scanner in place Both the 10 kW and 25 kW pedestals have four mounting points. Stick down the mounting template in the desired installation location, observing correct orientation. Minor deviation can be compensated for in the radar interface. Drill pilot holes, followed by the mounting holes to suit mounting fasteners. When lifting the scanner in place, ensure it is not lifted by the plastic antenna housing.
Wiring 4 Guidelines • • • • • • • • When wiring the radar: DON’T make sharp bends in the cables DON’T run cables in a way that allows water to flow down on to the connectors DON’T allow the scanner cable to place pressure on the radar processor connector But: DO make drip and service loops DO use cable ties to keep the cables tidy and secure DO seal and protect all wiring connections if cables are shortened, lengthened, or reterminated DO leave room to easily access, install and remove cables DO make sur
5. Carefully unwrap the copper tape (1) and black PVC tape (2). Shorten both the foil shield (3) and the clear insulation material (4) so that an extra 50mm of cable is exposed. Re-use the copper tape on the end of the foil, ensuring conductivity. g it is stuck to the same side as before, to ensure good g y 1 2 4 50mm 3 6. Pass the scanner cable through the cable gland opening, into the pedestal. 7.
9. In the lower half of the housing, secure the cable under the cable clamp. The cable should have enough slack to not interfere with opening or closing of the case. 10. Fit the cable gland assembly. Use silicon sealant around the cable entry point. 11. Use silicon sealant around the mounting bolts 12. Close the pedestal and firmly secure it with the screws. Earth the 10 kW scanner 1. 2. 3. The earth point must be connected to the vessel’s ground system.
Radar scanner: 25 kW Fitting the scanner cable 1. 2. 3. Unscrew the four cover bolts and lift up the hinged cover of the pedestal. Remove the cable gland assembly from the lower half of the pedestal. Pass the scanner end of the radar cable through the cable gland (1), plain washer (2), rubber gasket (3) and another plain washer (4), in the order shown. 4. Unravel the braided shield and wrap it around the washer (4). 5. Pass the scanner cable through the cable gland opening, into the pedestal.
6. Connect the five scanner cable connectors to the ‘J’ connectors as follows: Cable Connector P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 7. 8. 9. Use the cable clamp (1) to secure the cable to the upper housing. The clamp should hold the cable at the point where it is wrapped in copper tape. Close the pedestal case sides, securing them with the supplied screws. Fit the cable gland assembly. Use silicon sealant around the cable entry point. 10.
Earth the 25 kW scanner 1. 2. 3. The earth point must be connected to the vessel’s ground system. Connect the earth strap (A) to the pedestal with a hexagonal bolt (C). Connect the other end of copper Earth strap to the mounting location, using the special hexagonal Earth bolt (B) apply silicon sealant around both the bolts. Note: If the radar mounting location is not made of a electrically conductive material, fit a longer earth strop that allows direct connection to the vessel’s ground.
Radar processor connections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Key Name Description 1 2 LED (Ethernet) Network 3 4 5 Power (+ve and -ve) LED (Power) NMEA / Coms 6 Scanner 7 Grounding point Displays status of the Ethernet network connection For Ethernet network connection to Simrad Multifunction displays. RJ45-Yellow Ethernet adapter cable is supplied. Connects to ship’s power - must be 24 V DC Displays power status - illuminated = ON NMEA 0183 input for compass.
Connect the ground wire The radar processor has a chassis ground connection stud located on the far right hand side of the unit. The chassis ground is DC isolated from power (–ve) to eliminate the risk of galvanic corrosion.
Connect the NMEA/Comms cable (Heading) A heading sensor is required for the following functionality; • MARPA : heading at 10hz or faster is required for the radar processor. Heading must also be connected to the display. • Radar Chart overlay: heading is required by the display to correctly overlay the radar over a chart. • North Up: For the display to show the radar page with the top of the PPI as north. The radar processor input (labeled NMEA / COMMS) is compatible with a NMEA 0183 heading sensor.
5 Pinouts Scanner cable Pin Color/Name AWG Size 1 Blue / Gray (thick) #16 2 Purple / Brown (thick) #16 3 White / Orange (thick) #16 4 Red / Green (thick) #16 5 Black / Sky (thick) #16 6 Black #22 7 Drain wire (coax line) #24 8 No connection 9 Yellow / Pink (thick) #16 10 Axis line (transparent insulation) #24 1 11 Yellow (thin) #24 3 12 Green (thin) #24 13 White (thin) #24 14 Drain wire #24 2 15 Shield line #24 1 Trigger Ground Trigger 16 Orange (medium
NMEA / COMMS cable Pin 1 2 7 8 12 9 10 Function NMEA RX A NMEA RX B NMEA TX A NMEA TX B NMEA TX GROUND SHIELD RADAR REMOTE POWER IN Color Green Red Orange Blue Yellow Drain Brown Note: the NMEA/COMMS cable is an optional cable (part number: AA010070) for installations using a NMEA 0183 heading sensor.
6 Specifications TXL-10S-4/TXL-10S-6 Type of emission PON - Passed FCC/IC/R&TTE Type Certification: FCC ID: CKENKE2103 IC ID: 768C-NKE2103 Ambient conditions R&TTE: Telefication CE0560 According to IEC60945-4 Operating Temperature: -25 to +55°C Relative humidity: +40°C, 93% RH Vibration: Amplitude 2 to 13.2Hz, +/-1mm +/- 10% Amplitude 13.2 to 100Hz, Gravity acceleration 7m/sec2 Relative wind velocity Power consumption DC input Pre-heating time Outside dimensions Waterproof:IPX6 51.
TXL-25S-7 Type of emission PON - Passed FCC/IC/R&TTE Type Certification: FCC ID: CKENKE2254 IC ID: 768C-NKE2254 Ambient conditions R&TTE: Telefication CE0560 According to IEC60945-4 Operating Temperature: -25 to +55°C Relative humidity: +40°C, 93% RH Vibration: Amplitude 2 to 13.2Hz, +/-1mm +/- 10% Amplitude 13.2 to 100Hz, Gravity acceleration 7m/sec2 Relative wind velocity Power consumption DC input Pre-heating time Outside dimensions Mass Plane of polarization Beam width Waterproof:IPX6 51.
Drawings 10 kW scanner 290 mm (13.70”) (11.42”) 4 FT: 1285mm (50.59”) 6 FT: 1880 mm (74.02”) 348 mm 260 mm (10.24”) 130 mm (5.12”) 141.7 mm (5.58”) 461 mm (18.15”) 457.4 mm (18.01”) Note: mounting templates are provided.
25 kW scanner 290 mm 458 mm (11.42”) (18.03”) 2254 mm (88.74”) 260 mm (10.24”) 300 mm (11.81”) 142 mm (5.59”) 463 mm (18.23”) 536 mm (21.10”) Note: mounting templates are provided.
Radar processor 182.6 mm (7.19") ø: 4 mm (3.56") 57.1 mm (2.25") 197.5 mm (7.77") 90.4 mm (3.56") 141 mm (5.
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