Flir BelgiumBA AD4D-8P Light marine navigational radar User Manual 81256 3
Raymarine UK Ltd. Light marine navigational radar 81256 3
Radome scanners user guide
Radome Scanners
Users Guide
Document Number: 81256_3
Date: March 2006
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© Raymarine UK Ltd 2006
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Contents i
Contents
Important information ................................................................1
Introduction........................................................................................... 1
Intended use ......................................................................................... 1
Safety notices........................................................................................ 1
WARNING: High voltage............................................................1
WARNING: Electromagnetic energy........................................1
WARNING: Product installation ...............................................1
Waste Electrical and Electronic Directive............................................... 2
EMC conformance ................................................................................. 2
Declaration of conformity...................................................................... 2
Display software version ....................................................................... 2
Warranty ............................................................................................... 2
Handbook information .......................................................................... 2
Installation ....................................................................................3
EMC installation guidelines................................................................... 3
Suppression ferrite............................................................................. 3
Connections to other equipment ....................................................... 3
What’s in the box? ................................................................................ 4
What tools do I need to install the scanner? ..................................... 4
How big is the scanner? ........................................................................ 5
18” Radome scanner......................................................................... 5
24” Radome scanner......................................................................... 5
Planning the installation ....................................................................... 6
Cable requirements ............................................................................... 7
Scanner cables ...................................................................................... 7
Running the cable to the scanner ...................................................... 7
Inter-unit cables................................................................................. 7
Power cables ......................................................................................... 8
Extending the power cable ................................................................ 8
Power requirements........................................................................... 8
Extending the power cable....................................................................9
Mounting options................................................................................11
Preparing the mounting holes .............................................................11
Securing the scanner to the mounting platform ..................................12
Connecting the inter-unit cable to the scanner ...................................13
Completing the installation .................................................................14
Display connections.............................................................................15
Power connections........................................................................... 15
Inter-unit cable connections ............................................................ 16
Scanner setup......................................................................................16
Before you go to sea........................................................................ 16
EMC conformance............................................................................ 16
System checks.................................................................................. 16
Set up, alignment and timing checks............................................... 17
Maintenance and troubleshooting .......................................... 19
Introduction ..................................................................................... 19
Maintenance.................................................................................... 19
Troubleshooting............................................................................... 19
Technical support............................................................................. 20
Technical specification.............................................................. 21
RD218 18”Radome scanner unit ........................................................ 21
RD424 24”Radome scanner unit ........................................................ 23
Raymarine World Wide Warranty ............................................25
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Important information 1
Important information
Introduction
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.
Please carefully read and follow the recommended procedures for installa-
tion contained in this handbook.
When properly installed and operated, the use of this radar will conform to
the requirements of:
• IEEE C95.1 - 1999 - Standard for Safety Levels with respect to Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300GHz.
• ICNIRP Guidelines 1998 - International Commission on Non-Ionising
Radiation Protection: Guidelines for limiting exposure to time-varying
electric, magnetic and electro-magnetic fields (up to 300GHz) 1998.
Intended use
This product is a radar scanner intended for use within a navigational radar
system. The intended application is for leisure marine boats and work
boats not covered by IMO/SOLAS carriage requirements.
Safety notices
WARNING
Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard
The radar antenna emits electromagnetic radio frequency
(RF) energy which can be harmful particularly to your eyes.
DO NOT look at the antenna at close range.
It is important that the radar is turned off whenever
personnel are required to come close to the scanner
assembly or associated equipment. It is recommeded that
the radar scanner is mounted out of range of personnel
(above head height).
Distances from the face of the radar at which RF radiation
levels of 100 W/m2 and 10 W/m2 exist are given below
Model Distance to 100 W/m2
point
Distance to 10 W/m2
point
RD218 Nil Worst case
1.0m
RD214 Nil Worst case
1.0m
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FCC Notice
Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly
approved in writing by Raymarine Inc., could violate compli-
ance withFCC rules and void the operator’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Direc-
tive requires the recycling of waste electrical and electronic
equipment. Whilst the WEEE Directive does not apply to some
of Raymarine’s products, we support its policy and ask you to
be aware of how to dispose of this product.
The crossed out wheelie bin symbol, illustrated above, and found on our
products signifies that this product should not be disposed of in general
waste or landfill.
Please contact your local dealer, national distributor or Raymarine Tech-
nical Services for information on product disposal.
EMC conformance
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry
standards for use in the recreational marine environment. The design and
manufacture of Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the
appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct
installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
Declaration of conformity
Raymarine UK Limited hereby declare that the products to which this
manual relates comply with the appropriate requirements and provisions
of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
The full Declaration of Conformity may be viewed on the relevant product
pages at www.raymarine.com
WARNING
High Voltage
The scanner unit contains high voltages. Adjustments
require specialized service procedures and tools only avail-
able 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. Failure to do so
could result in poor product performance, personal injury
and/or damage to your boat.
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Important information 3
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.
Warranty
To register your new Raymarine product, please take a few minutes to fill
out the warranty card. It is important that you complete the owner infor-
mation and return the card to receive full warranty benefits. Alternatively
you can register your product on line at www.raymarine.com
Handbook information
The technical and graphical information contained in this handbook, to the
best of our knowledge, was correct as it went to press. However, our policy
of continuous improvement and updating may change product specifica-
tions without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the
product and handbook may occur from time to time.
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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. Although every effort has
been taken to ensure that they will perform under all conditions, it is
important to understand what facts could affect the operation of the
product.
The guidelines here describe the conditions for optimum EMC performance,
but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet all of these condi-
tions in all situations. To ensure the best possible conditions for EMC
performance within the constraints imposed by any location, always ensure
the maximum separation possible between different items of electrical
equipment.
For optimum EMC performance, it is recommended wherever possible:
• Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are:
• At least 3 ft. (1m) from any other equipment transmitting or
carrying radio signals. In the case of Single Side Band (SSB) radio,
the distance should be increased to 7 ft. (2m).
• More than 7 ft. (2m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam
can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below
the radiating element.
• The equipment is supplied from a separate battery to that used for
engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V, and starter motor transients,
can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage the equipment,
but may cause the loss of some information and may change the oper-
ating mode.
• Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutting and rejoining these
cables can compromise EMC performance and must be avoided unless
doing so is detailed in the installation manual/
Suppression ferrite
If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this
ferrite should not be removed. If the ferrite needs to
be removed during installation it must be reassem-
bled in the same position.
The illustration shows typical cable suppression
ferrites used with Raymarine equipment. Always
use the ferrites supplied by Raymarine.
Connections to other equipment
If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a
cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be
attached to the cable near to the Raymarine unit.
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What’s in the box?
Components are dependant on your system package, but are either:
• 18” 2 kW Radome scanner and 15 m light cable, or
• 24” 4 kW Radome scanner and 15 m heavy cable.
• Fixing bolts and washers.
•Grease.
• Handbook.
What tools do I need to install the scanner?
Radome Scanner
Inter-unit cable
Installation template
D8853_1
Drill 4 holes, 10 mm diameter
(18'' and 24'' Radomes)
141.5 mm
27.5 mm
18'' or 24'' NGS Radome
Mounting Template
Center Line of Radome
3026-136-A
Artwork Number 3032-866-A
Center Line of Radome
Forward
233 mm
Grease
Fixing bolts
and washers X4
Drill
Adhesive tape
10 mm drill bit
13 mm socket
Torque wrench
Philips screwdriver
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Installation 7
How big is the scanner?
18” Radome scanner
24” Radome scanner
346 mm (13.62 in)
diameter
521 mm (20.5 in)
diameter
233 mm
(9.17 in)
D8566-1
247 mm (9.7 in)
116.5 mm
(4.58 in)
141.5 mm
(5.57 in)
27.5 mm
(0.92 in)
D8567-1 247 mm (9.7 in)
233 mm
(9.17 in)
116.5 mm
(4.58 in)
141.5 mm
(5.57 in)
27.5 mm
(1.08 in)
346 mm (13.62 in)
diameter
652 mm (25.67 in)
diameter
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Planning the installation
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.
• is on a rigid and stable platform.
• is clear of large objects such as the flybridge, large engine stacks,
searchlights, horns or masts.
• is clear of heat and fumes.
• is at least 1 m away from a magnetic compass or other equipment
antenna.
Don’t put the scanner so high, that it is affected by the pitching and rolling
of the boat.
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.
Planing hull and
some displace-
ment hull boats
adopt a higher
bow angle when
the boat is at
cruising speed.,
giving poor
target detection.
It may be neces-
sary to lower the
radar beam back towards the parallel, by shimming the rear of the radar,
so that the beam points slightly down when the boat is at rest.
D8855_1
12.5˚
12.5˚
D8856_1
Wedge or
washers
Forward
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Installation 9
Cable requirements
You need to consider the following points before installing the system
cables:
• You need to connect the scanner to the display unit and power. The
cable required will depend on the display unit and scanner type.
• All cables should be adequately clamped and protected from physical
damage and exposure to heat - avoid running cables through bilges or
doorways, or close to moving or hot objects.
• Acute bends must be avoided.
• Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead, a
watertight gland or swan neck tube should be used.
• Avoid cutting and rejoining cables. If this cannot be avoided refer to
Extending the power cable on page -11.
Scanner cables
A radome scanner connected to a C or E-Series display receives power via
the display unit.
Running the cable to the scanner
DO NOT pull the cable through bulkheads using a cord
attached to the connector. This could damage the
connections.
The cable entrance is at the rear of the scanner unit. If the unit is mounted
on a hollow mast, the cable may be run inside the mast and fed though the
unit’s cable entrance. Make sure that the cable does not chafe where it
enters and exits the mast.
To minimize electrical interference try to avoid running radar cables near
other on board electrical equipment. It is also good practice to avoid
running radar cables in parallel with power cables.
Inter-unit 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.
The length of the cable supplied should be sufficient to complete the cable
run on most small boats. For longer runs, additional or replacement cables
are available. These cables have four power cores to minimize voltage
drops over the longer cable run.
Optional cable lengths available are:
• Part No. M92668 - 15 m heavy extension cable.
• Part No. M92669 - 25 m heavy replacement cable.
The maximum inter-unit cable length is limited by the minimum supply
voltage, the scanner type (18” or 24 “radome), and the cable type (2 or 4
power cores).
For boats with 12 V DC power systems details of recommended cable(s) for
different run lengths can be found in Extending the power cable on
page -11.
Boats with 24 V DC power systems can use any combination of inter-unit
cables.
To display or extension
(power supplied via display unit) To Radome Scanner
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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.
Extending the power cable
24 V power systems
If your boat has a 24 V power system, the power cable may be extended by
up to 20 m using a wire gauge of 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16) or greater, irrespec-
tive of the inter-unit cable length.
12 V power systems
If your boat has a 12 V power system, longer power cable runs may require
larger wire gauges to minimize any voltage drop in the cable.
For full details on extending the power cable and maximum permissible
lengths refer to Extending the power cable on page -11.
Power requirements
This radar is not recommended for use on ‘positive’ ground
boats. The power cable earth screen must be connected to
the boat’s ground.
The boat’s power system should be either:
• Negative grounded, with the negative battery terminal connected to
the boat’s ground, or,
• Floating with neither battery terminal connected to the boat’s ground.
Radome scanners receive power from the display via the inter-unit cable.
The display power cable is supplied with the display unit and details for
connecting power are detailed in the relevant Owner’s handbook.
Grounding the radar system
It is important that an effective radio frequency (RF) ground is connected to
the radar system.
You must ground the radar by connecting the drain wire (screen) of the
power cable to the nearest ground point of your boat’s RF ground system.
Full details can be found in the Owner’s Handbook for your display unit.
If you need to extend the wire, the extension wire should be an 8 mm braid
or 6 mm2 (AWG 10) multi-strand cable.
If your boat does not have an RF system, connect the drain wire to the
negative battery terminal.
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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)
mm2
AWG
1.5
16 2.0
15 2.5
14 4.0
11 6.0
10 10
7
Radome size (ins) 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24
10 m light 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 18.0 N/A
10 m light +
5 m ext
C-Series (4.0) N/A (5.0) N/A (6.0) N/A 12.0 N/A 16.0 N/A 31.0 N/A
E-Series (2.0) N/A (2.0) N/A (3.0) N/A 6.0 N/A 8.0 N/A 16.0 N/A
10 m light +
10 m ext
C-Series (1.0) N/A (2.0) N/A (2.0) N/A 5.0 N/A 6.0 N/A 13.0 N/A
E-Series DO NOT EXTEND THE POWER CABLE
15 m light C-Series (3.0) N/A (3.0) N/A (4.0) N/A 9.0 N/A 11.0 N/A 23.0 N/A
E-Series (1.0) N/A (2.0) N/A (2.0) N/A 5.0 N/A 6.0 N/A 13.0 N/A
15 m heavy C-Series (6.0) (4.0) (8.0) (6.0) (11.0) (7.0) 21.0 14.0 27.0 19.0 50.0 37.0
E-Series (2.0) (1.0) (3.0) (2.0) (4.0) (2.0) 8.0 5.0 10.0 7.0 20.0 14.0
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15 m heavy
+5 m ext
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 +
10 m ext
C-Series 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
25 m heavy C-Series (6.0) (3.0) (8.0) (4.0) (10.0) (6.0) 20.0 11.0 25.0 15.0 50.0 29.0
E-Series (2.0) (1.0) (3.0) (1.0) (3.0) (2.0) 7.0 4.0 10.0 6.0 19.0 12.0
25 m heavy +
5 m ext
C-Series (6.0) (2.0) (7.0) (3.0) (9.0) (3.0) 19.0 7.0 24.0 9.0 48.0 19.0
E-Series (2.0) (1.0) (3.0) (1.0) (3.0) (2.0) 7.0 4.0 9.0 5.0 18.0 10.0
25 m heavy +
10 m ext
C-Series (5.0) (1.0) (7.0) (1.0) (9.0) (1.0) 17.0 3.0 22.0 4.0 44.0 9.0
E-Series (2.0) DO NOT
EXTEND (2.0) DO NOT
EXTEND (3.0) DO NOT
EXTEND 7.0 DO NOT
EXTEND 9.0 DO NOT
EXTEND 17.0 DO NOT
EXTEND
Inter-unit
cable type
Display
type
Power cable core (each core)
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Mounting options
Preparing the mounting holes
Mounting platform
Mounting platform
FORWARD
FORWARD
1
2
D8859_1
A
Mounting platform
D8860_1
IMPORTANT
Ensure mounting
platform is
adequately robust
for this
installation.
FORWARD
1
2
1. Tape template to mounting
platform.
2. Using template, drill 10 mm
diameter hole in 4 positions.
Drill 4 holes, 10 mm diameter
(18'' and 24'' Radomes)
141.5 mm
27.5 mm
233 mm
18'' or 24'' NGS Radome
Mounting T
emplate
Center Line of Radome
3026-136-A
Artwork Number 3032-866-A
Center Line of Radome
Forwar d
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Securing the scanner to the mounting platform
FORWARD
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Connecting the inter-unit cable to the scanner
D8862_1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
+ ve - ve
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. Carefully cut and remove the protective sleeve to expose the 8-
way plug (3) and the power cores (5).
4. Connect the red (+ve) and black (-ve) power cores (5). If you
have a 10m light or 15m inter-unit cable, connect both pairs of
cores to the relevant terminals.
5. Connect the 8-way plug (3) to the connector (4). The plug will
only fit one way.
6. Replace the inner cover (1), making sure that the exposed wire
braid (6) is secured in the cable clamp of the casting.
7. Clip the inter-unit cable into the strain relief (7).
8. Secure the nut on the watertight gland, making sure that it
grips the outer sheath of the cable.
9. Replace the radome cover - See “Completing the installation”
on page 16..
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Completing the installation
CAUTION: Toggle and cord
Make sure the toggle and cord is correctly stowed before
replacing the radome cover. Failure to do so will result in the
antenna being unable to operate.
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. Ensure nut is tightened sufficiently to enable gland to
make a watertight seal around the cable
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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.
If you are using an inter-unit extension cable, connect this to the display
unit, and connect the supplied cable to the extension cable.
Power connections
Power for your radome scanner when it is connected to a C or E-Series
display is supplied via the display unit - refer to the relevant display unit
Owner’s Handbook for full details.
You will need to make the following connections to your boat’s DC power
supply:
NMEA
IN/OUT
DSM
SEATALKRADAR
SEATALK 2SEATALK 2
RGY
Scanner
C Series display
Scanner
E Series display
D8864_1
Red - Battery +ve (12/24 V)
Black - Battery -ve (0 V)
Ground
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Inter-unit cable connections
The illustration below details the connections for the inter-unit cable:
Scanner setup
Before you go to sea
After you have installed your radar, and before you go to sea, it is impor-
tant to check the installation. You can then set up the radar system, align
the scanner and check the system timing.
Set up, alignment and timing checks are performed from the radar system
display unit. The procedures are outlined on this page; full details are avail-
able in the relevant display unit Owner’s Handbook. You should read this
and familiarize yourself with the operation of the radar.
EMC conformance
Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that it is not
affected by radio transmissions, engine starting, etc.
System checks
System check
Before performing any functional tests, make sure:
• All securing bolts are fully tightened and mechanical locking devices as
specified are in place.
• All connections have been made.
• All connecting wires are secured and protected as necessary.
If you have installed the radar yourself, ask your local Raymarine autho-
rized installation dealer to check the installation.
1
2
35
4
7
10
11
86
9
13 12
Black
White
Orange
Black
Black
Green
Yellow
Shield
Red
Red
Violet
Blue
Grey
Video
Video RTN
*Battery --ve
Tx Trigger +
Battery --ve
Data I/O +
Tx Trigger --
Battery +ve
Data I/O --
*Battery +ve
Azimuth +
Azimuth --
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
White
Black
Orange
Yellow
Green
Blue
Violet
Grey
Red
Red
Black
Black
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Video
Video Rtn
Tx Trigger +
Tx Trigger --
Data I/O +
Data I/O --
Azimuth +
Azimuth --
Battery +ve
*Battery +ve
*Battery --ve
Battery --ve
Not fitted on
Open Array Scanners
(refer to Section 2.2)
Front view of
Display Cable Connector
Front view of Radome
Scanner Cable Connector
Display Scanner
* Not present on 'light', 11 core cables.
Battery +ve/--ve = 12 or 24v.
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2
1
4
3
6
5
8
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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. Run through the radar operations as described in the relevant
display unit’s Owner’s Handbook and check that all the expected data is
displayed.
Bearing alignment
With the system correctly installed, check the bearing alignment to ensure
that targets appear at their correct bearing relative to the boat’s bow.
Adjust the alignment as necessary.
Display timing adjustment
The display timing can be affected by the length of cable used to connect
the scanner to the display unit. This in turn affects the short range accuracy
shown on the display.
It is advisable to check the display timing before using the system for
navigation.
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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.
Introduction
DO NOT remove the rear cover of the display or the internal covers in the
scanner. There are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. DO NOT
attempt to service the equipment.
Maintenance
Maintenance is limited to the following periodical checks:
• Examine the cables for signs of damage, such as chafing, nicks and
cuts.
• Check that the cable connectors are firmly attached.
• Remove the scanner cover and check for signs of water damage.
• Make sure the scanner is still securely attached to the mounting
surface.
• Once a year, remove, grease and re-attach the mounting bolts securing
the scanner.
Troubleshooting
The table below identifies the most likely cause and the corrective action
required to restore normal operation.
If you still have a problem after referring to this table, contact your local
dealer, national distributor or Raymarine Product Support Department for
further advice.
Always quote the product serial number. The display unit serial number can
be found on the back of the unit, the scanner serial number can be found
on the back of the scanner near the gland.
Problem Solution
“Scanner not responding”
message
1. Check that the cable connecting the
scanner to the radar display unit is
firmly attached and undamaged.
2. Check that the polarity of the cables
is correct.
The bearing displayed on the
radar display is not the same
as the actual bearing.
Perform the bearing alignment proce-
dure described in the relevant display
unit Owner’s handbook.
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Technical support
www.raymarine.com
United States
Raymarine Technical Support
1-800-539-5539 extension 2444, or
(603) -881-5200
Product Repair and Service
Raymarine Product Repair Center
21 Manchester Street,
Merrimack, NH03054 - 4801
1-800-539-5539
Opening hours:
Monday through Friday 0815 - 1700
Eastern Standard or Eastern Daylight
Savings Time.
Europe
Technical Support
Services
Accessories
Raymarine UK Limited
Anchorage Park
Portsmouth
PO3 5TD
England
Tel:
+44(0)23 9271 4713
Fax:
+44(0)23 9266 1228
Help us to help you
When requesting service, please quote the following product information:
Equipment type Model number Serial number
D8867_1
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Appendix A: Technical specification
RD218 18”Radome scanner unit
General
Approvals
CE - conforms to
FCC - conforms to 1999/5/EC
47CFR Part 2 and Part 80
Dimensions Φ521 x 247 mm (20.5 x 9.7 in)
Weight 9.5 kg (21 lbs)
Input Voltage 8.7 - 32 V DC (from display unit)
Power Consumption 28 W (9 W Standby)
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
Maximum Range Scale 24 nm
Transmitter
Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz
Peak Power Output 2.0 kW (nominal)
Transmitter Solid-state modulator driving Magnetron
Pulse Length/PRF
Range (nm) Pulse Length (ns) PRF (kHz)
0.25 or less 75 3.0
0.50 100 3.0
0.75 150 3.0
0.75 expanded 250 2.5
1.50 350 1.8
3.00 450 1.4
3.00 expanded 600 1.0
6.00 or greater 1.0 μs 740 Hz
Standby Mode magnetron heater and control left on, all other
services off
Duplexer Circulator
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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 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz
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RD424 24”Radome scanner unit
General
Approvals
CE - conforms to
FCC - conforms to 1999/5/EC
47CFR Part 2 and Part 80
Dimensions Φ652 x 247 mm (25.67 x 9.7 in)
Weight 10.0 kg (22 lbs)
Input Voltage 8.7 - 32 V DC (from display unit)
Power Consumption 34 W (10 W Standby)
Environmental Waterproof to CFR46
Temperature range: -10° to +55°C
Humidity limit: up to 95% at 35°C
Maximum wind speed for satisfactory oper-
ation: 100 Kts
Maximum Range Scale 48 nm
Transmitter
Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz
Peak Power Output 4.0 kW (nominal)
Transmitter Solid-state modulator driving Magnetron
Pulse Length/PRF
Range (nm) Pulse Length (ns) PRF (Hz)
0.25 or less 75 3.0
0.50 100 3.0
0.75 150 3.0
0.75 expanded 250 3.0
1.50 350 2.0
3.00 450 1.5
3.00 expanded 600 1.3
6.00 or greater 1.0 μs 740 Hz
Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other ser-
vices off
Duplexer Circulator
Antenna
Antenna Type Patch array
Beam Width (nominal) 4.5° horizontal, 25° vertical
Transmitter
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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/Lim-
iter & IF Receiver)
Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz
Antenna
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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. Limited Warranty
(hereinafter the ‘Warranty’), Raymarine warrants that its products, when properly
installed and used, will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of
twenty-four (24) months (with respect to VHF radios, a period of thirty-six (36) months),
from the date of first purchase (the ‘Warranty Period’).
For the purposes of this warranty, ‘date of first purchase’ means the date that the product
was purchased by the first retail customer; or in the case of a product installed on a new
vessel by a certified Raymarine original equipment manufacturer (a ‘Raymarine OEM’),
the date that such vessel was purchased by the first retail customer.
Raymarine will, at its sole option, repair or replace any defective products or components
returned during the Warranty Period in accordance with the terms, conditions and
limitations set forth below. Such repairs or replacement will be the sole remedy
of the customer under this Warranty.
Obtaining Warranty Service
Standard Warranty Service
To qualify for standard warranty service the product must be returned to a Raymarine-
certified service agent, or directly to Raymarine in person, or by mail (i) within the
Warranty Period, and (I) within thirty (30) days of the alleged product failure.Any
products returned by mail must be securely packaged and sent pre-paid and insured to
Raymarine or to a Raymarine-certified service agent. All products, whether returned in
person or by mail, must be accompanied by a copy of the original sales receipt, to be
eligible for standard warranty service.
A list of Raymarine-certified service agents is available from Raymarine Technical Support
or at www.raymarine.com
‘On Board’ Warranty Service
For any Raymarine product or system that (i) has been installed on your vessel by a
Raymarine-certified service agent or by a Raymarine OEM, and (ii) has a MSRP equal to or
greater than USD $2,500, you are eligible to receive warranty service by a Raymarine
certified service agent on-board your vessel (‘On Board Warranty Service’) for a period of
12 months from the date of first purchase of such product or system, or the date of first
purchase of the vessel on which such product or system has been installed (the ‘On Board
Warranty Period’). In order to obtain On Board Warranty Service eligible customers
MUST:
• (i) within the On Board Warranty Period, and (ii) within thirty (30) days from the
date of the alleged failure giving rise to the warranty claim for which you are
requesting On Board Warranty Service, contact a local Raymarine-certified ser-
vice agent and request On Board Warranty Service.
• Present to the Raymarine-certified service agent a copy of the original sales
receipt for the product, together with proof of the date of installation of the
product by a Raymarine-certified service agent. The service agent may at its
sole option, accept or deny such proof of purchase and proof of installation as
sufficient to qualify you for On Board Warranty Service.
Costs associated with travel, mileage, taxi fares, launch or docking fees, aircraft or vehicle
rental, meals, customs, shipping, communication charges, and service agent travel costs
are specifically excluded from coverage under this Warranty and are your responsibility.
In addition, this Warranty does not cover fees associated with hauling, shipping or
towing your vessel to a Raymarine-certified agent.
Upon the expiration of the On Board Warranty Period, you are still eligible to receive
standard warranty service for the remaining term of the Warranty Period, but will not be
eligible for continued On Board Warranty Service.
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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, seatri-
als or commissioning;
• repair or replacement of consumable items, including, without limitation,
fuses, batteries, drive belts, radar mixer diodes, snap-in impeller carriers, impel-
lers, impeller bearings and impeller shafts;
• costs associated with overtime or premium labor costs;
• differences in material, coloring or size that may exist between actual products
and the pictures or descriptions of such products in our advertising, advertising
literature or on the Internet;
• products purchased by a customer from a United States dealer via the Internet
if such products were not delivered and installed within the United States; or
• the replacement of missing components from the package of any product pur-
chased through an online auction site.
Other conditions
This Warranty is fully transferable provided that you furnish the original proof of purchase
to Raymarine or, in the case of On Board Warranty Service, to a Raymarine-certified
service agent. This Warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number has been
removed or defaced.
TO THE EXTENT CONSISTENT WITH STATE AND FEDERAL LAW, THE
FOREGOING WARRANTY IS RAYMARINE’S SOLE WARRANTY AND IS
APPLICABLE ONLY TO NEW PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES
OF AMERICA. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WRITTEN WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL,
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
THE LIABILITY OF RAYMARINE TO A CUSTOMER UNDER THIS WARRANTY, WHETHER
FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT, BREACH OF STATUTORY DUTY OR OTHERWISE
SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO TEN (10) TIMES THE
MANUFACTURER’S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE OF THE PRODUCT GIVING RISE TO SUCH
LIABILITY AND IN NO EVENT SHALL RAYMARINE BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES.
SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.
This Warranty supersedes and replaces all previous Warranties.
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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.
In order to ensure that the product continues to operate efficiently and reliably, we
recommend that, before using the product, the customer carefully reads the Owner’s
Handbook and follows the advice on the safe and correct operation and use of the
product. We recommend that the Raymarine product is installed by a Raymarine certified
installer. Installation by persons other than a Raymarine certified installer may invalidate
the warranty.
1. Product warranty
1.1 Raymarine warrants each new product to be of good materials and workmanship.
Raymarine, or its approved agents, will repair or exchange under warranty any parts or
product proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, for a period
of 2 years (24 months) from date of sale to end user, subject to the limits contained in this
warranty document.
1.2 The Raymarine warranty covers the parts and labour associated with any warranty
repair as described above, provided that the product is returned to Raymarine or one of its
approved agents.
1.3 Raymarine reserve the right to replace under warranty, not repair, certain Raymarine
products subject to the limitations below, provided that they are returned to the nearest
Raymarine National Distributor. For details of such products refer to the internet at
www.raymarine.com
or contact your nearest Raymarine National Distributor.
2. Onboard warranty
2.1 In addition to the Product warranty cover as described above, Raymarine will,
authorize onboard warranty service by the nearest Raymarine approved service agent,
subject to the maximum mileage and other limits referred to in paragraph 4.12 below, on
products, where proof of installation, or commission by Raymarine certified installers,
can be shown.
2.2 The warranty provides for onboard repair or exchange of the product, by Raymarine
or its approved service agents, for a period of 2 years (24 months), subject to the limits
contained in this warranty document. In the case of a product installed, by a Raymarine
certified OEM installer, on a new boat prior to the sale of the boat to a customer, the 2-
year period will begin on the date of the sale of the boat to the customer. In the case of a
product installed, by a Raymarine certified installer, on a boat already in the possession of
the customer, the 2-year period will begin on the date of the commissioning of the
installed product.
2.3 Certain Raymarine products are not covered by onboard warranty unless the products
are pre-registered and on board warranty is purchased from the Raymarine certified
installer. For details of such products refer to the internet at
www.raymarine.com
or
contact your nearest Raymarine National Distributor.
2.4 The Purchaseable onboard warranty is subject to the limitations below.
3.Obtaining warranty service
3.1 In the event of warranty service being required, the customer should contact
Raymarine Technical Support or the nearest Raymarine approved service agent - the
contact details of Raymarine Technical Support and a full list of the names and details of
worldwide service agents are available on the internet at
www.raymarine.com
and in the
Owner’s Handbook.
3.2 In cases where the customer is requesting a warranty service and a Raymarine
certified installer has not installed the product; i.e. Product warranty, the affected product
must be returned to the customer’s local Raymarine approved service agent or direct to
Raymarine with:
3.2.1 proof of purchase showing the date of purchase and the name of the
supplier of the product; and
3.2.2 the serial number of the affected product; or
3.2.3 a warranty card completed by the product supplier (which will contain
the information required by paragraphs 3.2.1 and 3.2.2).
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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.
Onboard warranty, the nearest Raymarine approved service agent should be contacted
and onboard service requested (which will be subject to the limits referred to in
paragraph 4.12 below). Before the onboard warranty service is performed, the customer
must have available:
3.3.1 proof of purchase showing the date of purchase and the name of the
supplier of the product; and
3.3.2 the serial number of the affected product; or
3.3.3 proof of installation of the product by a Raymarine certified installer; or
3.3.4 a warranty card completed by the product supplier (which will contain
the information required by paragraphs 3.3.1 and 3.3.3).
3.4 In cases where onboard warranty has been purchased - as described in 2.3; the
nearest Raymarine approved service agent should be contacted and onboard service
requested, information detailed in 3.3.1 and 3.3.2 is required. Onboard warranty service
will only be performed if the product serial number confirms that the onboard warranty
service has been purchased and is valid.
4. Warranty limitations
4.1 Raymarine warranty policy does not apply to any product that has been subjected to
accident, abuse or misuse, shipping damage, alterations, corrosion, incorrect and/or non-
authorized service, or products on which the serial number has been altered, mutilated or
removed.
4.2 Certain products do not carry the onboard warranty, as described in section 2 above,
unless the onboard warranty cover is purchased at the time of installation. The
purchaseable onboard warranty is only available on products purchased in specific
territories, for further details refer to the internet at
www.raymarine.com
or contact your
nearest Raymarine National Distributor.
4.3 Products purchased outside the country of installation will not be covered by onboard
warranty.
4.4 Raymarine assumes no responsibility for damage incurred during installation or as a
result of improper installation.
4.5 This warranty does not cover routine system checkouts, alignment/calibration,
seatrials or commissioning, unless required by replacement of part(s) in the area being
aligned.
4.6 Raymarine assumes no responsibility for damage caused by or to other equipment,
systems or components occasioned by improper or unauthorized connection, or use, of
the product.
4.7 Consumable items, including, but not limited to: fuses, batteries, drive belts, radar
mixer diodes, snap-in impeller carriers, impellers, impeller bearings, and impeller shafts
are specifically excluded from this warranty. A complete list of the consumable items
relating to each product can be found in the Owner’s Handbook and/or on the internet at
www.raymarine.com
.
4.8 All costs associated with transducer replacement, other than the cost of the
transducer itself, are specifically excluded from this warranty.
4.9 Overtime/premium labour portion of services outside of normal working hours is not
covered by this warranty.
4.10 If repairs are necessary under the warranty, the affected product must be forwarded
to a Raymarine facility or a Raymarine approved service agent, at the owner’s expense.
4.11 The Raymarine warranty does not cover any differences in material, coloring or size
between those alluded to in corporate advertising, literature or published on the internet,
which are not specifically objected to at the time of delivery.
4.12 Travel costs other than auto mileage, tolls and two (2) hours travel time, are
specifically excluded from the warranty on all products. Costs, which are excluded from
the coverage of this warranty, include but are not limited to; taxi fares, launch fees,
aircraft rental, subsistence, customs, shipping, and communications charges etc.
4.13 Neither Raymarine nor a Raymarine service agent shall be liable for any incidental,
indirect, consequential or special (including punitive or multiple) damages, nor shall
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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 4.13 shall limit the liability of Raymarine or a Raymarine
service agent in respect of death or personal injury caused by its negligence, fraud or any
other liability which by law, cannot be excluded or limited.
4.14 All Raymarine products sold or provided hereunder are merely aids to navigation. It
is the responsibility of the user to exercise discretion and proper navigational skill
independent of any Raymarine product.
Document Number 80009_1
January 2005
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