Flir BelgiumBA MTX2-8P Leisure Marine Radar User Manual
Raymarine UK Ltd. Leisure Marine Radar
Owners handbook
Raymarine Limited 8-Pulse Width Radome Radars FCC ID: PJ5MTX2-8P & PJ5MTX4-8P Pathfinder Radar Scanners Owner's Handbook Note: The Owner's Handbook covers the new 8-Pulse Width Radome Scanner Units as well as the existing Open Array Scanner Units and is in final draft form. Raymarine Limited. Registered in England. Company No. 1177969 Registered Office: Anchorage Park, Portsmouth PO3 5TD 81154_6.book Page -i Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Pathfinder Radar Scanners Owner’s Handbook Document number: 81154_6 Date: 15th December 2001 81154_6.book Page 0 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 81154_6.book Page i Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Pathfinder Radar Scanners Pathfinder Radar Scanners Owners Handbook December 2001 Intended Use The scanner units detailed in this handbook form part of navigational radar systems intended for light marine use. These radar systems are only an aid to navigation. WARNING: The SL74 radar system (4D radome scanner with an SL70 7" LCD display unit) does not conform to the EU directive 95/5/EC, therefore the SL74 radar system cannot be installed on a vessel within the EU after April 2001. Safety Notices This radar equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and/or navigational inaccuracies. In particular: 1. High Voltage. The scanner unit contains high voltages. Adjustments require specialised 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 service the equipment. 2. Electromagnetic Energy. The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy. It is important that the radar is turned off whenever personnel are required to come close to the scanner to perform work on the scanner assembly or associated equipment. It is recommended that the radar scanner is mounted out of range of personnel (above head height). Do not look directly at the antenna at close range as your eyes are the most sensitive part of the body to electromagnetic energy. When properly installed and operated, the use of this radar will conform to the requirements of ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 Hz to 300 GHz and NRPB, 81154_6.book Page ii Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM ii Pathfinder Radar Scanners Board Statement on Restrictions on Human Exposure to Static and Time Varying Electromagnetic Fields and Radiation, Doc NRPB, No. 5 (1993). 3. Navigation Aid. This radar unit is only an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the user’s responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgements. This radar unit should not be relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and judgement. Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives. For information on Raymarine products and services, contact either of the following: United States Raymarine Inc. Recreational Products 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Nashua NH 03063-4219, USA Telephone +1 603 881 5200 Fax +1 603 864 4756 www.raymarine.com Europe Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 5TD England Telephone +44 (0)23 9269 3611 Fax +44 (0)23 9269 4642 www.raymarine.com Copyright © Raymarine Ltd. 2001 The technical and graphical information contained in this handbook, to the best of our knowledge, was correct as it went to press. However, the Raymarine policy of continuous improvement and updating may change product specifications without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product and handbook may occur from time to time, for which liability cannot be accepted by Raymarine. SeaTalk is a registered trademark of Raymarine Limited. HSB and hsb2 are trademarks of Raymarine Limited. Pathfinder is a trademark of Raymarine Limited. 81154_6.book Page iii Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Pathfinder Radar Scanners iii Preface This handbook describes the following Raymarine Pathfinder radar scanners: 2D 4D 5S 7S 9S 11S 18" 24" 48" 72" 48" 72" 2 kW Radome Scanner 4 kW Radome Scanner 4 kW Open Array Scanner 4 kW Open Array Scanner 10 kW Open Array Scanner 10 kW Open Array Scanner These scanner units may be connected to any HSB/hsb2 display unit. In addition, the 2D radome scanner unit may be connected to an SL70 or SL70 PLUS 7" LCD display. CAUTION: The open array scanners must not be used with the SL70 or Autohelm 7" LCD Display Unit. This may result in damage to the display due to the high power requirements of the open array scanner. The handbook contains very important information on the installation and operation of your new equipment. In order to obtain the best results in operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly. Raymarine’s Product Support representatives or your local dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have. Display Software Version For full operation of the Pathfinder scanners, the display unit requires an appropriate software version. For new displays, the correct software version is normally already installed in the display unit and is fully compatible with the Pathfinder scanners. Early display units may not have the correct software and will therefore require upgrading. The software version can be confirmed by switching-on the display and checking the version number during the magnetron warm-up sequence. 81154_6.book Page iv Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM iv Pathfinder Radar Scanners Note: If a scanner unit is not connected the version number is only displayed for 10 seconds. Where, necessary Software Upgrade Kits are available from your dealer, distributor or from Raymarine. We recommend that where a repeater display is fitted, both the repeater and the master display are upgraded. Warranty To register your Pathfinder Radar Scanner ownership, please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty registration card found at the end of this handbook. It is very important that you complete the owner information and return the card to the factory in order to receive full warranty benefits. The radome scanner package includes a barcode label indicating the serial number of the unit. This label should be stuck to the warranty registration card. The open array scanner has two barcode labels indicating the serial numbers of the pedestal and the antenna units. Both labels should be stuck to the warranty registration card. EMC Conformance All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the leisure 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 The following Declarations of Conformity, RT009, RT010, RT011 and RT012 apply to the equipment described in this handbook. 81154_6.book Page v Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Certificate No. RT009 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Product Name: Raymarine or Raytheon 2D – 2kW, 18" Radome Scanner Unit Product Number(s): M92650 Ancillary Units 'PLUS' Displays - details given on Sheet 2 The products have been assessed to Conformity Procedure Annex IV of the Directive and by application of the following standard(s): EMC Health & Safety EN 60945 : 1997 EN 60945 : 1997 The assessment is consistent with a Technical Construction File showing conformity with the essential requirements of the Directive and has been reviewed by Notified Body No. 0191 The product is labelled with the CE conformity marking, the identification number of the Notified Body and class identifier. Signatory: Sheet 1 of 2 Name Title Company Name Company Address Adil Abbas EMC Manager Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD Signature _________________________ Date 24 September 2001 81154_6.book Page vi Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM vi Pathfinder Radar Scanners Certificate No. RT009 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine or Raytheon 2D – 2kW, 18" Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb² Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb² Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb²/Chart Designation SL70 PLUS RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RL70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS PATHFINDER RADAR SYSTEMS Radar System Designation SL72 PLUS RL72 PLUS RL72RC PLUS R72 PLUS R72RC PLUS R82 PLUS R82RC PLUS RL72C PLUS RL72CRC PLUS RL82C PLUS RL82CRC PLUS Sheet 2 of 2 Scanner Unit Designation 2D 2D 2D 2D 2D 2D 2D 2D 2D 2D 2D Display Unit Designation SL70 PLUS RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RL70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS Part No. E52028 E52031 E52032 E52039 E52040 E52035 E52036 E52033 E52034 E52037 E52038 81154_6.book Page vii Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM vii Certificate No. RT010 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Product Name: Raymarine or Raytheon 4D – 4kW, 24" Radome Scanner Unit Product Number(s): M92652 Ancillary Units 'PLUS' Display details given on Sheet 2 The products have been assessed to Conformity Procedure Annex IV of the Directive and by application of the following standard(s): EMC Health & Safety EN 60945 : 1997 EN 60945 : 1997 The assessment is consistent with a Technical Construction File showing conformity with the essential requirements of the Directive and has been reviewed by Notified Body No. 0191 The product is labelled with the CE conformity marking, the identification number of the Notified Body and class identifier. Signatory: Sheet 1 of 2 Name Title Company Name Company Address Adil Abbas EMC Manager Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD Signature _________________________ Date 24 September 2001 81154_6.book Page viii Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM viii Pathfinder Radar Scanners Certificate No. RT010 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine or Raytheon 4D – 4kW, 24" Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb² Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb² Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb²/Chart Designation RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RL70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS PATHFINDER RADAR SYSTEMS Radar System Designation RL74 PLUS RL74RC PLUS R74 PLUS R74RC PLUS R84 PLUS R84RC PLUS RL74C PLUS RL74CRC PLUS RL84C PLUS RL84CRC PLUS Sheet 2 of 2 Scanner Unit Designation 4D 4D 4D 4D 4D 4D 4D 4D 4D 4D Display Unit Designation RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RL70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS Part No. E52031 E52032 E52039 E52040 E52035 E52036 E52033 E52034 E52037 E52038 81154_6.book Page ix Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM ix Certificate No. RT011 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Product Name: Raymarine or Raytheon 4kW Open Array Scanner Unit Product Number(s): M92654 Ancillary Units 'PLUS' Display details given on Sheet 2 The products have been assessed to Conformity Procedure Annex IV of the Directive and by application of the following standard(s): EMC Health & Safety EN 60945 : 1997 EN 60945 : 1997 The assessment is consistent with a Technical Construction File showing conformity with the essential requirements of the Directive and has been reviewed by Notified Body No. 0191 The product is labelled with the CE conformity marking, the identification number of the Notified Body and class identifier. Signatory: Sheet 1 of 2 Name Title Company Name Company Address Adil Abbas EMC Manager Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD Signature _________________________ Date 24 September 2001 81154_6.book Page x Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Pathfinder Radar Scanners RT011 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine or Raytheon 4kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb² Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb² Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb²/Chart Designation RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RL70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS Part No. E52031 E52032 E52039 E52040 E52035 E52036 E52033 E52034 E52037 E52038 ANTENNA (one of) Description Part No. 48" Antenna 72" Antenna M92693 M92743 Scanner Unit Designation (Transceiver + Antenna) 5S 7S PATHFINDER RADAR SYSTEMS Designation Scanner Unit RL75 PLUS 5S RL75RC PLUS 5S R75 PLUS 5S R75RC PLUS 5S R85 PLUS 5S R85RC PLUS 5S RL75C PLUS 5S RL75CRC PLUS 5S RL85C PLUS 5S RL85CRC PLUS 5S Radar System Sheet 2 of 2 Display Unit RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RC70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS Designation Scanner Unit RL77 PLUS 7S RL77RC PLUS 7S R77 PLUS 7S R77RC PLUS 7S R87 PLUS 7S R87RC PLUS 7S RL77C PLUS 7S RL77CRC PLUS 7S RL87C PLUS 7S RL87CRC PLUS 7S Radar System Display Unit RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RC70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS 81154_6.book Page xi Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM xi Certificate No. RT012 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Product Name: Raymarine or Raytheon 10kW Open Array Scanner Unit Product Number(s): M92655 Ancillary Units 'PLUS' Display details given on Sheet 2 The products have been assessed to Conformity Procedure Annex IV of the Directive and by application of the following standard(s): EMC Health & Safety EN 60945 : 1997 EN 60945 : 1997 The assessment is consistent with a Technical Construction File showing conformity with the essential requirements of the Directive and has been reviewed by Notified Body No. 0191 The product is labelled with the CE conformity marking, the identification number of the Notified Body and class identifier. Signatory: Sheet 1 of 2 Name Title Company Name Company Address Adil Abbas EMC Manager Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD Signature _________________________ Date 24 September 2001 81154_6.book Page xii Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM xii Pathfinder Radar Scanners RT012 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine or Raytheon 10kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb² Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb² Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD hsb²/Chart Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb² Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb²/Chart Designation RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RL70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS Part No. E52031 E52032 E52039 E52040 E52035 E52036 E52033 E52034 E52037 E52038 ANTENNA (one of) Description Part No. 48" Antenna 72" Antenna M92693 M92743 Scanner Unit Designation (Transceiver + Antenna) 5S 7S PATHFINDER RADAR SYSTEMS Radar System RL79 PLUS RL79RC PLUS R79 PLUS R79RC PLUS R89 PLUS R89RC PLUS RL79C PLUS RL79CRC PLUS RL89C PLUS RL89CRC PLUS Sheet 2 of 2 Designation Scanner Unit 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S Display Unit RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RC70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS Designation Scanner Unit RL711 PLUS 11S RL11RC PLUS 11S R11 PLUS 11S R711RC PLUS 11S R811 PLUS 11S R811RC PLUS 11S RL711C PLUS 11S RL711CRC PLUS 11S RL811C PLUS 11S RL811CRC PLUS 11S Radar System Display Unit RL70 PLUS RL70RC PLUS R70 PLUS R70RC PLUS R80 PLUS R80RC PLUS RL70C PLUS RC70CRC PLUS RL80C PLUS RL80CRC PLUS 81154_6.book Page xiii Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM xiii Contents Chapter 1: Overview ...............................................................................1 1.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 1 EMC installation guidelines ............................................. 2 1.2 Unpacking and inspecting the components ...................... 4 1.3 Selecting the scanner unit site ........................................... 5 1.4 Cable runs ....................................................................... 11 Radome scanner cables ................................................... 13 Open array scanner cables ............................................... 16 Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner .......................................................21 2.1 Radome scanner .............................................................. 21 Securing the radome scanner to the mounting surface .... 21 Connecting the radome scanner inter-unit cable ............. 22 2.2 Open array scanner ......................................................... 27 Securing the pedestal to the mounting platform .............. 28 Connecting the open array scanner inter-unit cable ........ 29 Fitting the open array to the pedestal ............................... 33 2.3 System connections ........................................................ 35 DC power connection ..................................................... 35 Scanner connection ......................................................... 36 Display unit connection .................................................. 38 Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance ....................39 EMC Conformance ......................................................... 39 3.1 System Checks and Alignment ....................................... 39 System check .................................................................. 39 Set up, alignment and timing checks ............................... 39 72" open array position alignment .................................. 40 3.2 Maintenance .................................................................... 41 Warnings ......................................................................... 41 Routine Checks ............................................................... 41 Servicing and Safety ....................................................... 41 3.3 Problem Solving ............................................................. 42 How to Contact Raymarine (US) .................................... 43 How to Contact Raymarine (Europe) ............................. 44 Worldwide Support ......................................................... 45 Appendix A: Specification .......................................................... 47 2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit ........................................ 47 4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit ........................................ 48 5S and 9S 48" Open Array Scanner Unit ........................ 50 7S and 11S 72" Open Array Scanner Unit ...................... 53 81154_6.book Page xiv Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM xiv Pathfinder Radar Scanners 81154_6.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 Introduction This handbook provides instructions to assist you in the installation and set up of the following radar scanners: 2D 4D 5S 7S 9S 11S 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner 24" 4 kW Radome Scanner 48" 4 kW Open Array Scanner 72" 4 kW Open Array Scanner 48" 10 kW Open Array Scanner 72" 10 kW Open Array Scanner These scanner units may be connected to any HSB/hsb2 display unit. A typical Pathfinder Radar system is illustrated below. Display Unit Scanner GPS SeaTalk Compass Junction Box Distribution Panel NMEA 12/24V Supply 12V Supply 12V Supply D4288-4 81154_6.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Pathfinder Radar Scanners CAUTION: Do not use an open array scanner with an SL70 or SL70 PLUS 7" LCD display unit. Failure to observe this may result in permanent damage to these display units. The 10 kW open array scanner requires 24 V or higher; it will not operate on 12 V systems. This handbook is divided into three chapters as follows: Chapter One provides an overview of the scanner installation. It includes sections on Unpacking and Inspecting the Components, Selecting the Scanner Site and a description of the Cable Runs. Chapter Two provides detailed instructions on how to mount and connect each type of scanner. Chapter Three provides instructions on how to perform the system checks, alignment and adjustments. It also provides information on maintenance and what to do if you have problems. EMC installation guidelines All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the leisure 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 factors could affect the operation of the product. The guidelines given here describe the conditions for optimum EMC performance, but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet all of these conditions 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 that wherever possible: • Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are: • At least 1 m (3 ft) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas. 81154_6.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview • • • In the case of SSB radios, the distance should be increased to 2 m (7 ft). • More than 2 m (7 ft) 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 from that used for engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V (20 V for 10 kW open array scanners) in the power supply to our products, 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 operating mode. Raymarine specified cables are used at all times. Cutting and rejoining these cables can compromise EMC performance and so must be avoided unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual. 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 reassembled in the same position. Section 2.1, Radome scanner includes instructions on fitting a ferrite. The following illustration shows a typical range of suppression ferrites fitted to Raymarine equipment. D3548-2 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 fitted to the cable close to the Raymarine unit. 81154_6.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Pathfinder Radar Scanners 1.2 Unpacking and inspecting the components Unpack your system carefully, to prevent damage to the equipment. It is good practice to save the carton and packing for future use, in case you need to return the unit for service. Check that you have all the correct system components. These depend on your system package, as detailed in the following tables. Table 1-1: Radome scanners Item Part No. Supplied with: Option for: 2D 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner 2DE 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner 4D 24" 4 kW Radome Scanner M92650 M92650E M92652 US Version European Version Inter-unit cable 15 m heavy Inter-unit cable 25 m heavy Inter-unit cable 10 m light Inter-unit cable 15 m light M92668 M92669 M92692 M92720 4D 2D (US version) 2D (Europe version) Both Extension cable 5 m Extension cable 10 m M92699 M92700 Both Both Mast Mount 18" Scanner Mast Mount 24" Scanner M92722 M92698 2D 4D Radar Interface adapter (To fit radome to M88390 type 18" mast mount) M92721 2D Radome mounting interface plate M92731 2D Table 1-2: Open array scanners Item Part No. Supplied with: Option for: 4 kW Scanner Pedestal 10 kW Scanner Pedestal 48" Open Array 72" Open Array M92654 M92655 M92693 M92743 5S, 7S 9S, 11S 5S, 9S 7S, 11S Inter-unit cable 15 m heavy Inter-unit cable 25 m heavy Cable kit: 5 m +10 m extension (To fit open array scanner on a radar arch) M92728 M92705 E55017 5S,7S, 9S, 11S 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S 5S, 7S, 9S,11S Extension cable 5m Extension cable 10m M92699 M92700 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S Note: 9S and 11S scanners require 24/32V Software Upgrade Kit Please contact your authorized dealer or distributor for details 81154_6.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview 1.3 Selecting the scanner unit site This section provides information that affects the possible locations of the scanner, and its position relative to the display unit and to the power supply. The dimensions of the each scanner unit are shown in the following diagrams. Selecting the best location for the scanner unit requires careful consideration of the following points, to ensure reliable and trouble free operation: Note: In order to minimize potential interference to other systems on board ship (EMC), it is advisable to mount the scanner on a part of the boat that is insulated from the ship’s battery negative. If you cannot do this, and encounter problems, you can fit insulating bushes between the scanner and its mounting bracket. • Height: The scanner unit should normally be mounted as high as practical above the waterline, for three reasons: • For safety reasons the scanner should be out of range of personnel, preferably above head height. This avoids mechanical danger and electromagnetic contact, particularly with the eyes. • Radar operates at the line-of-sight, so a high mounting position gives better long range performance. • Surrounding large objects, in the same horizontal plane, can interfere with the radar signal and cause blind areas or shadow sectors and false targets on the radar screen (see below). However, do not mount the scanner so high that it is affected by the pitching and rolling of the vessel. In addition, you may need to lower the scanner to avoid creating a shadow sector underneath the scanner’s beam. 81154_6.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Pathfinder Radar Scanners 227 mm (8.9 in) Rear 302.5 mm (11.9 in) 151.25 mm (5.95 in) 116.5 mm (4.6 in) Rear 233 mm (9.2 in) 468 mm (18.4 in) dia. Weight: 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs) Compass safe distance: 1 m (33 in) 18" Radome Scanner D3224_4 227 mm (8.9 in) 141.5 mm (5.6 in) Rear 402 mm (15.8 in) 185.15 mm (7.3 in) 116.5 mm (4.6 in) Rear 233 mm (9.2 in) 599 mm (23.6 in) dia. Weight: 7.5 kg (16.5lbs) Compass Safe Distance: 1m (33") 141.5 mm (5.6 in) 24" Radome Scanner D3228_5 81154_6.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview Open Array Scanners 48"- 1306 mm (51.4 in), 72"- 1928 mm (75.9 in) Centre of rotation 406 mm (16 in) Centre of rotation 100 mm (4 in) 427 mm (16.8 in) Weight Pedestal: 24 kg (53.0 lb) 48" Open Array: 6 kg (13.2 lb) 72" Open Array: 9.4 kg (20.7 lb) Compass Safe Distance: 1 m (33 in) Minimum clearance height 510 mm (20.1 in) 150 mm (6 in) 70 mm (2.75 in) 140 mm (5.5 in) 296 mm (11.65 in) Minimum clearance 630 mm (24.8 in) D4572-4 81154_6.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Pathfinder Radar Scanners • • • • • • Access: The scanner unit site should be easily accessible to allow maintenance to be carried out safely. Magnetic compass: Mount the scanner unit at least 1 m away from a magnetic compass. Cable run: The maximum length of cable between the display unit and the scanner unit should not normally exceed 20 m (60 ft) for radome scanners, or 15 m (45 ft) for open array scanners. If you need to use a longer cable power cable lengths must be considered, refer to Section 1.4 Cable Runs to determine appropriate lengths. Shadow sectors and false echoes: Mount the scanner away from large structures or equipment, such as the fly bridge, large engine stacks, searchlights, horns, or masts. It is particularly important to avoid shadow sectors near the bow. Raising or even lowering the scanner may help to reduce these effects. In shadow areas beyond the obstruction there will be a reduction of the beam intensity, although not necessarily a complete cut-off; there will be a blind sector if the subtended angle is more than a few degrees. In some shadow sectors the beam intensity may not be sufficient to obtain an echo from a very small object, even at close range, despite the fact that a large vessel can be detected at a much greater range. For this reason the angular width and relative bearing of any shadow sector must be determined at installation. Sometimes shadowing can be seen by increasing the radar gain until noise is present. Dark sectors indicate possible shadowed areas. This information should be posted near the display unit and operators must be alert for targets in these blind sectors. It should also be noted that wet sails create shadow areas and thus sail boat operators should be aware that radar performance may reduce in rain. If you mount the scanner on a mast, echoes from the mast may appear on the radar display. These can be minimized by placing absorbing material, such as a block of wood, between the scanner and mast. Platform rigidity/stability: The scanner platform should not twist (causing bearing errors) or be subject to excessive vibration. Heat/fumes: Mount the scanner away from the top of exhaust stacks, since the scanner and cables can be damaged by excessive heat and the corrosive effects of exhaust gases. 81154_6.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview For open array scanners you should also consider the following points: • • • Mounting Platform: The platform must be mechanically secure and capable of supporting the mass and inertia of the open array scanner. The complete unit weighs: 48" scanner - 30 kg (66.2 lb); 72" scanner - 33.4 kg (73.7 lb). The site must be clear of ropes and moving rigging. Sufficient clearance must be allowed to fully open the open array pedestal for maintenance. Mounting surface: sailboats The scanner unit can be installed on a mast platform, an arch, or a bridge structure. Make sure that the platform surface is flat and the scanner unit drain hole (radome scanners) is not obstructed. Raymarine recommends that radome scanner units are best suited for sailboat operation as open array systems are more difficult to protect from ropes and sails. For sailboat installations, Raymarine offers a universal mast mount kit for each radome scanner type. This optional mount is used to fit a radome scanner to a flat surface on a mast with a minimum diameter of 60 mm (2½ in). When using the mast mount kit, appropriate hardware should be used for the style and structure of the mast aboard the vessel. Typically, the scanner will be mounted near the first set of mast spreaders. If there is any doubt concerning the appropriate type of hardware, consult your boat dealer or representative for their recommendations. Depending on the type of sailboat, a radar scanner guard should be installed if the sails could touch the scanner or platform. Without a proper radar guard the mounting platform and the radar scanner could be severely damaged. Mounting surface: power boats On many small vessels the scanner unit can be installed on a mast platform, an arch, or a bridge structure, but take care to follow the scanner site guidelines, particularly regarding height. If necessary, construct a radar mounting platform to obtain a sufficiently high mounting position. Make sure that the platform surface is flat and the scanner unit drain hole (radome scanners) is not obstructed. Ensure the platform is strong enough to support the maximum shock loads likely to occur. 81154_6.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 10 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Setting the radiation plane The scanner unit should be mounted so that the array rotates parallel to the waterline. The radar beam is approximately 25° wide in the vertical direction, providing good target detection during the vessel’s pitching and rolling. 12.5˚ 12.5˚ Waterline Ideal Radiation Plane D3223-2 Planing hull vessels, and some displacement hull vessels, adopt a higher bow angle when the vessel is at its cruising speed. In many cases this substantially alters and raises the radar’s main radiation plane, and can cause poor detection of nearby targets. It may be helpful to lower the radar beam back towards the parallel, by shimming the rear of the radar, so that the beam points slightly downwards with respect to the waterline when the vessel is at rest. Wedge or washers Forward Using shims to lower the main beam D3229-3 The shims may be made from aluminium plate wedges, simple flat washers, or an angled wooden block. For thick shims, you may need longer securing bolts than the M8x40 bolts supplied with the radome scanner, or the M10 studding supplied with the open array scanners. 81154_6.book Page 11 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview 11 1.4 Cable runs You need to consider the following before installing the system cables: • • • • • You need to fit the inter-unit cable and the power cable. 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 re-joining cables (if necessary, refer to the notes below). You need to run the following cables: CAUTION: Do not pull the cable through bulkheads using a cord attached to the connector. This could damage the connections. • • Inter-unit cable. A vinyl-covered and shielded cable is supplied with the radome scanner unit. The cable has a connector plug at one end for connecting to the display unit or extension cable; the other end of the radome scanner cable is fitted with an 8-way plug and power cores (covered by a clear protective sleeve) for connecting to the scanner. For open array scanners, various length cables are available. These cables have a connector plug at one end for connecting to the display unit or extension cable; the other end is prepared ready to fit to the power and signal connectors (see Section 2.2) Power cable. The scanner receives power via the display unit; the power cable is supplied with the display unit. However, cable details are provided in this section. Rejoining Cables You should avoid cutting and re-joining cables. If this is necessary you must: • • Fit a ferrite on each side of the join. The specific ferrite to use depends on the cable type - contact Raymarine for details. Take care not to damage any of the wires. Make sure that all the wires and, in particular, the screen are reconnected correctly. 81154_6.book Page 12 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 12 Pathfinder Radar Scanners If you are mounting the scanner on the mast of a sailboat, and will need to unstep the mast, you should install a suitable junction box inside the boat. On a radome scanner, the junction box should provide an 11- or 13way terminal strip, depending on the number of power cores in your cable, with a 10 A rating. Also, you should keep the length of the unscreened coaxial cores to less than 30 mm to maintain EMC conformance. On an open array scanner, the junction box should provide a 13-way terminal strip with a 20 A rating for power cores. It is essential that all 4 power cores are connected and that the connection is of very low resistance as considerable power passes through this connection. Also, you should keep the length of the un-screened coaxial cores to less than 30 mm to maintain EMC conformance. Inter-unit cable The inter-unit 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 then fed through the radar’s cable entrance. Make sure that the cable does not chafe where it enters and exits the mast. Note: Route the cable from the display up to the scanner, since this will require the smallest clearance hole. CAUTION: The display connector on the inter-unit cable is a moulded plug that cannot be replaced. DO NOT remove this moulded plug. The inter-unit cable, for connecting the scanner to the display unit, depends on your scanner package as follows: Table 1-3: Inter Unit Cables required for each Scanner Type Scanner Package Inter-Unit Cable 2D (US) 10 m light (2 power cores) 2DE (European) 15 m light (2 power cores) 4D 15 m heavy (4 power cores) 5S, 7S (4 kW) and 9S, 11S (10 kW) Note: All 10 kW systems require a minimum of 24 V. 15 m heavy or radar arch kit (5 m + 10 m extension) 25 m heavy (24/32 V systems only) The minimum bends permitted are: Minimum bend, light cable Minimum bend, heavy cable 60 mm (~2.5 in) radius 82 mm (~3.75 in) radius 81154_6.book Page 13 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview 13 Radome scanner cables Inter-unit cable The length of the supplied cable should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels. For longer runs, additional or replacement cables are available, which have 4 power cores to minimize voltage drops over the longer cable run: these optional cables include 5 m and 10 m extension cables, and a 25 m replacement cable. The maximum inter-unit cable length is limited by the minimum supply voltage, the scanner type (18" radome or 24" radome), and the cable type (2 or 4 power cores): if a mix of light and heavy cables is used, only 2 power cores are connected through. Note: For vessels with 24 V power systems, any combination of interunit cables can be used. For vessels with 12 V power systems, the recommended cable(s) for different run lengths are given in the following table, which assumes a minimum supply voltage of 10.7 V (the lowest voltage likely to be reached by a 12 V battery in normal marine use). Do not use cable combinations that are not included in the table. Table 1-4: Recommended Radome Inter-Unit Cable(s) for Vessels with 12 V Power Systems Inter-Unit Cable Scanner Package 2DE (Eur) Length Required (m) 2D (US) 4D 10 Std 10 m light N/A N/A 15 Std + 5 m ext Std 15 m light Std 15 m heavy 20 Std + 10 m ext 25 m assembly Std + 5 m ext 25 25 m assembly 25 m assembly Std + 10 m ext 30 25 m + 5 m ext 25 m + 5 m ext 25 m + 5 m ext 35 25 m + 10 m ext 25 m + 10 m ext 25 m + 10 m ext Refer to the packing list in Section 1.2 for cable part numbers Note: This table applies to systems using the standard 1.5 m power cable. If you extend the power cable you may need to select different inter-unit cable(s), as discussed in the following section Power Cable. 81154_6.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 14 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Power cable The radome radar systems are intended for use on ships’ DC power systems operating in the 10.7 to 32 V DC range (that is, 12 V and 24 V systems, not 32 V systems). A 1.5 m (5 ft) power cable is supplied (with the display unit) for connecting the ship’s DC power to the radar scanner via the display unit. Refer to the HSB/hsb2 Series Display Owner’s Handbook for details on connecting this cable. This section provides details for extending the length of the power cable. If a longer power cable run is required, use the supplied power cable to connect to the display unit. Then use a suitable connector block to connect the free end to the extension cable. The supplied power cable has a cross-section of 2.0 mm2. Note: For vessels with 24 V power systems, the power cable may be extended by up to 20 m using a wire gauge of 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16) or greater, irrespective of the inter-unit cable length. For vessels with 12 V power systems, longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges to minimize any voltage drop in the cable. The scanner type and the length and type of the inter-unit cable (see tables) also affect the wire gauge required for the extension power cable. In order to determine the correct supply cable size if the power cable must be extended, estimate the length of cable between the ship’s main power source and the connector block, and then select the wire size indicated by the distance and inter-unit cable in the appropriate table following. For example, you might have a 24" scanner, with 20 m between the scanner and display unit, that you plan to connect by extending the supplied 15 m heavy inter-unit cable with a 5 m extension cable. In addition, your 12 V power supply might be 10 m from the display unit, requiring an extension of 8.5 m. To determine the wire gauge required for the power cable extension, refer to the table for the 24" scanner, go to the row labelled 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext, and read across until you come to a maximum cable length greater than 8.5 m. This is the 10 m entry, in the column for 4.0 mm2 wire gauge. 81154_6.book Page 15 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview 15 Table 1-5: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems 18" Radome Scanner Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core (each core) mm2: 1.5 AWG: 16 2.0 15 2.5 14 4.0 11 6.0 10 10.0 10 m Light 5.0 7.0 9.0 14.0 20.0 35.0 10 m Light + 5 m ext 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.5 7.0 12.0 10 m Light + 10 m ext Do NOT extend the power cable 15 m Light 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.5 7.0 12.0 15 m Heavy 7.0 10.0 13.0 20.0 30.0 50.0 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext 5.0 7.0 10.0 15.0 25.0 40.0 25 m Heavy 4.5 6.0 8.0 12.0 20.0 35.0 25 m Heavy + 5 m ext 3.5 4.5 6.0 9.0 15.0 25.0 25 m Heavy + 10 m ext 2.0 3.0 4.0 6.0 9.0 15.0 Note: If you have an 18" radome scanner, and the wire gauge required for your extended power cable is unacceptably large, you should replace the supplied light (2 power core) inter-unit cable with the 25 m heavy (4 power core) inter-unit cable assembly (see table). Table 1-6: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems 24" Radome Scanner Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core (each core) mm2: 1.5 AWG: 16 2.0 15 2.5 14 4.0 11 6.0 10 10.0 15 m Heavy 5.0 7.0 9.0 14.0 20.0 35.0 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext 4.0 5.0 6.0 10.0 15.0 25.0 15 m Heavy + 10 m ext 2.0 3.0 4.0 7.0 10.0 17.0 25 m Heavy 2.0 3.0 4.0 7.0 10.0 17.0 25 m Heavy + 5 m ext 1.0 1.5 2.0 3.0 4.0 8.0 25 m Heavy + 10 m ext Do NOT extend the power cable 81154_6.book Page 16 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 16 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Open array scanner cables Inter-unit cable Heavy duty cables are available in 15 m and 25 m lengths which should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels. For longer runs, 5 m and 10 m extension cables are available, both have 4 power cores to minimize voltage drops over the cable run and incorporate in-line moulded plugs. The maximum inter-unit cable length is limited by the minimum supply voltage and the scanner type. CAUTION: 10 kW scanner systems cannot be used directly with 12 V systems; they require a 12 V to 24 V converter rated to 180 W. Contact your authorized Raymarine dealer or distributor for details. 12 V Systems (4 kW scanners only) For vessels with 12 V power systems, the recommended cable(s) for different run lengths are given in the following table, which assumes a minimum supply voltage of 10.7 V (the lowest voltage likely to be reached by a 12 V battery in normal marine use). Do not use cable combinations that are not included in the table. Table 1-7: Recommended 4 kW Open Array Scanner Inter-Unit Cable(s) for Vessels with 12 V Power Systems Inter-Unit Cable Length Required (m) 4 kW Scanners 5m heavy 15 15 15 m heavy 5 m heavy + 10 m extension Refer to the packing list in Section 1.2 for cable part numbers 24 V and 32 V Systems - 4 kW scanners For vessels with 24 V and 32 V power systems, any combination of inter-unit cable up to a maximum length of 35 m can be used. 81154_6.book Page 17 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview 17 24 V and 32 V Systems - 10kW scanners 10 kW open array scanners can use any combination of inter-unit cable up to a maximum length of 35 m. However, these systems use considerable power and installations should be planned to minimize all cable lengths. Refer to the tables on page 1-19, Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m) - 10 kW Scanner. Power cable The open array scanner systems are intended for use on ships’ DC power systems operating in the following ranges: 4 kW 10 kW 10.7 to 44 V DC range (that is, 12 V, 24 V and 32 V systems) 20 to 44 V DC range (that is, 24 V and 32 V systems). CAUTION: 10 kW open array scanner systems cannot be used directly with 12 V systems; they require a 12 V to 24 V converter rated to 180 W. Contact your authorized Raymarine dealer or distributor for details. Open array scanners draw considerable power from the vessels power source, especially in high wind speeds. It is essential for reliable operation that the unit is supplied with a low resistance power cable system, especially when operated from a 12 V power system. CAUTION: Do not use the open array scanner with an SL70 or Autohelm 7" LCD display unit. Failure to observe this may result in permanent damage to the display unit. 12 V systems (4 kW scanners only) Extensions to the supplied power cable must be kept to a minimum and the power should be fed directly from the output of the battery isolator switch via its own dedicated cable system. It is recommended that no additional power switch is included in this power cable. CAUTION: The display unit does not include a fuse for scanner power, so an in-line fuse or circuit breaker MUST be included in the power cable. All power connections must be of high quality to minimize their resistance and to remove the risk of accidental shorts. Recommended 81154_6.book Page 18 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 18 Pathfinder Radar Scanners maximum power cable extensions are given in the table below. These figures relate to the total cable extension, from the end of the supplied 1.5 m power cable to the system battery terminals. Do not exceed these lengths as unreliable operation may result. Table 1-8: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems 4 kW scanners Power Cable Core Size (each core) mm2: 4.0 AWG: 11 4 kW Scanners <3.0 6.0 10 8.0 10.0 4.5 6.0 7.5 Note: If the required extension results in unacceptably large diameter cables, use two or more smaller gauge wires to achieve the required copper wire cross-section. For example, using two pairs of 2 mm2 is equivalent to using two single 4.0 mm2 cables. 24 V and 32 V systems These systems are less sensitive than 12 V systems to voltage loss in the power cables. However, it is still necessary to use adequate cables to prevent excessive power loss. The table below gives the recommended wire gauge for different power cable extension lengths. Raymarine recommends that power is fed directly from the output of the battery isolator switch via its own dedicated cable system. CAUTION: The display unit does not include a fuse for scanner power, so an in-line fuse or circuit breaker MUST be included in the power cable. Note: If the required extension results in unacceptably large diameter cables, use two or more smaller gauge wires to achieve the required copper wire cross-section. For example, using two pairs of 2 mm2 is equivalent to using two single 4.0 mm2 cables. 81154_6.book Page 19 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 1: Overview 19 Table 1-9: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24/32 V Systems 4 kW Scanners Power Cable Core Size (each core) mm2: 2.0 AWG: 14 4 kW Scanners 8.0 4.0 11 6.0 10 8.0 10.0 16.0 24 32 35 Table 1-10:Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24 V Systems 10 kW Scanners Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core (each core) mm2: 1.5 AWG: 16 2.0 15 2.5 14 4.0 11 5 m Heavy 12.0 16.0 20.0 32.0 10 m Heavy 10.5 14.0 18.0 28.0 15 m Heavy 9.0 12.0 16.0 24.0 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext 7.5 10.0 13.0 20.0 15 m Heavy + 10 m ext 6.0 8.0 10.0 16.0 25 m Heavy 6.0 8.0 10.0 16.0 25 m Heavy + 5 m ext 4.5 6.0 8.0 12.0 25 m Heavy + 10 m ext. 3.0 4.0 5.0 8.0 Table 1-11:Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 32 V Systems 10 kW Scanners Power Cable Core Size (each core) mm2: 1.5 AWG: 16 10 kW Scanners ≤15.0 2.0 15 2.5 14 ≤20.0 ≤25.0 81154_6.book Page 20 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 20 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 81154_6.book Page 21 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 21 Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 2.1 Radome scanner Securing the radome scanner to the mounting surface CAUTION: The drain tube must always be used, but may be shortened if necessary 1. Using the paper template supplied with the scanner mounting kit, mark the flat mounting surface with the mounting holes and drain tube hole, and drill the holes as indicated on the template. If it is impractical to drill a hole for the drain tube, then the scanner unit should be mounted on 4 suitable spacers 10 mm high and the drain tube length reduced by 10 mm. It will then be clear of the flat surface and can still perform its function. Note: If you are using a Raymarine mast mount bracket, the surface is pre-prepared. Note: If you are mounting the scanner on a flat surface, you may find it easier to fit the drain tube, as described in the following section, before securing the scanner. 2. Position the scanner on the mounting surface, ensuring that the cable inlet is pointing aft. 3. Locate the bolts and washers supplied with the scanner, grease the bolts, and secure the scanner to the mounting surface as shown in the following diagram. Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (14.7 lb ft); ensure the scanner is tightly fitted. 81154_6.book Page 22 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 22 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Scanner base Bitumen washer Mounting bracket or mounting surface Greased mounting bolt D3995-3 You may need to use longer M8 mounting bolts to secure the scanner if you have used shims to lower the radar beam. Connecting the radome scanner inter-unit cable CAUTION: Before wiring the scanner unit, make sure that the inter-unit cable is not connected and power is not applied to the display unit. When you have run the inter-unit cable to the scanner location, connect the cable as follows: 1. Loosen the 4 (18") or 7 (24") screws securing the scanner cover. These screws are captive and should remain assembled to the lower flange assembly. Press the radome inwards to release the top. This breaks the seal and makes removal easier. 2. To avoid losing the scanner cover, tie the cord, attached to the inside of the base of the scanner, to the eye provided in the cover. 3. If you have a 24" scanner, unscrew and remove the inner cover: 81154_6.book Page 23 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 23 Inner cover D4006-2 4. Remove the drain tube from inside the base of the scanner, and insert it into the drain hole as shown in the following diagram. Pull the tube gently from outside the scanner so that it clips into place. D3937-2 81154_6.book Page 24 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 24 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 5. Referring to the following illustration, remove the securing nut (1) from the watertight gland and grommet (2), where the interunit cable (3) will enter the base. White wire 10 11 D3230-4 1 Securing nut 2 Gland 3 Inter-unit cable 4 Eight-way plug 5 Eight-way socket 6 Power cores (2 or 4) 7 Terminal clamp 8 Screwdriver 9 Cable clamp 10 Cable clamp screws 11 Ferrite clamp 6. Slide the gland nut onto the inter-unit cable (3), and insert the cable, still covered by its protective sleeve, through the gland into the base. 7. Cut and remove the protective sleeve to expose the 8-way plug (4) and power cores (6). 8. If the scanner is connected to an HSB/hsb2 Series Pathfinder Radar display, fit the ferrite clamp (11) supplied, as follows: 81154_6.book Page 25 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 25 CAUTION: If any wires are damaged when the clamp is fitted, the scanner unit will not function correctly. • • The ferrite clamp is supplied open. If the clamp has been closed, insert a small, flat-blade screwdriver into the slots at the end of the clamp opposite the hinge and twist gently. Position one-half of the clamp around the eight cores of the inter-unit cable between the 8-way plug (4) and the cable clamp, as close to the 8-way plug as possible. (It may be necessary to fit the clamp over the cable tie closest to the 8-way plug – this will not affect the ferrite clamp’s function). Note: on the 24" scanner, the clamp must be contained inside the inner cover. • With the clamp positioned correctly, close the clamp ensuring none of the cores are trapped by the hinge, latch or the ferrite itself. 9. Connect the 8-way plug (4) to the connector (5). The correct fitting is with the small arrow marked on the body of the plug facing upwards and to the left hand side. The grey wire will then be at the left hand side and the white wire will be at the right hand side. 10. Connect the red and black power cores (6). If you have a 10 m or light 15 m inter-unit cable, there is one pair of cores. Connect the red cable lead to one of the terminal sockets marked “+”, and the black cable lead to one of the sockets marked “-”. If you have a heavy 15 m inter-unit cable, there are two pairs of cores. Connect the red cable leads to the terminal sockets marked “+”, and the black cable leads to the terminal sockets marked “-”, with one lead in each socket. The terminal clamps (7) are operated using a screwdriver (8), as shown in the inset diagram on the previous page. CAUTION: Do not earth the cable screen to the scanner. The radar system is earthed via the display unit. 11. Secure the nut (1) on the watertight gland, making sure that it grips the cable’s outer sheath. 12. Secure the cable with the cable clamp (9), using the two screws (10) provided. The clamp can be installed either way up, depend- 81154_6.book Page 26 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 26 Pathfinder Radar Scanners ing on the thickness of the cable: use the position that matches the profile of the cable. CAUTION: It is essential that the drain tube is fitted and that the nut on the watertight gland is adequately tightened. If this is not done, water could become trapped in the scanner and cause irreparable damage. 13. Tighten the securing nut (1) again to ensure a waterproof seal. 14. If you have a 4D scanner, replace the inner cover over the connectors. 15. Untie the cord from the scanner cover, and coil it up in the base of the scanner unit so that it cannot foul the rotating antenna. 16. Replace the scanner cover, aligning the mark on the cover with the mark on the scanner base above the cable gland, and tighten the 4 or 7 captive screws. Do not over-tighten these screws. 81154_6.book Page 27 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 27 2.2 Open array scanner Installation of the open array scanner should only be undertaken by a competent installer. If you have any difficulty with the installation, please contact your local Raymarine dealer or distributor. The open array scanner is supplied in two sections; the pedestal unit and the antenna. The pedestal unit is secured from below the mounting platform. The open array is then secured to the pedestal. Full details for mounting the scanner are given below. CAUTION: The pedestal unit has a cap fitted over the open array mounting shaft to protect the protuding co-axial pin. This cap must be left in place until the open array is fitted. The pedestal base is fitted with a gasket: DO NOT grease this gasket. WARNING: The open array scanner weighs: 48" scanner - 30 kg (66.2 lb); 72" scanner - 33.4 kg (73.7 lb). For safety reasons it is recommended that the unit is not lifted by one person. The unit is fitted with lifting eyes (maximum SWL 40 kg) to facilitate the use of standard lifting accessories, e.g. rope, chain or strop. The safe working load (SWL) of the lifting accessories should be 150 kg. Suitable lifting equipment could include a crane, hoist, or an appropriate rigid, overhead structure. Alternatively, the unit is suitable for a two person lift. Care should be taken to ensure that each person is standing on a stable surface, and that the pedestal is held carefully to ensure it cannot slip. The T-bar beneath the open array antenna can be used to aid lifting. You should never lift the scanner by holding onto the open array antenna. 81154_6.book Page 28 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 28 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Securing the pedestal to the mounting platform 1. Using the paper template supplied with the scanner mounting kit, mark the flat mounting surface with the holes and drill as indicated on the template. Refer to Section 1.2 when selecting the scanner unit site. 2. Stick the four self-adhesive bitumen washers over the mounting holes. 3. Ensure the lifting eyes are securely fitted to the top of the pedestal, and the yellow protective cap is in place. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the internal mounting bar, ensure the stud penetration is no more than 32 mm into the pedestal base. We recommend you mark each stud with tape, 32 mm from one end, to act as a gauge. 4. Grease the studs. Using two nuts locked together on the stud, screw each stud into the pedestal to a maximum of 32 mm, or until they bottom out. Remove these two nuts. Note: If the studding supplied is not long enough, use M10 stainless steel, grade A4 studding of a suitable length. Refer to the following illustration for details. 5. Using suitable lifting equipment, raise the pedestal over the mounting surface. Carefully lower into position, taking care that the studs pass through the holes without damaging the threads. Ensure that the cable inlet is pointing aft. WARNING: Support the pedestal unit until it has been secured to the mounting platform. It is important that all four sets of nuts and washers are used to secure the pedestal to the mounting platform. 6. Referring to the following illustration, use the four nuts and associated washers supplied to secure the pedestal. Tighten the nuts to 20 Nm (14.7 lb ft); ensure the scanner is tightly fitted. Grease the nuts. If required, cut-off any excess stud. 81154_6.book Page 29 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 29 Pedestal Lifting eye IMPORTANT Bitumen washer, MUST be sticky side down on mounting platform Mounting platform 32 mm max. M10 stud length = 52 mm plus platform depth M10 plain washer M10 spring washer M10 nut D4573-4 Connecting the open array scanner inter-unit cable CAUTION: Before wiring the scanner unit check that it is securely mounted to the platform, then make sure that the inter-unit cable is not connected and power is not applied to the display unit. The scanner switch must be in the OFF position. 1. Loosen the four self-retaining bolts securing the pedestal lid to the base. Pull-up and turn the bolts anti-clockwise to lock them in the upright position. Remove the lifting eyes. Note: It is important to remove lifting eyes to avoid corrosion. Retain the lifting eyes: they will be required if the scanner is removed from its platform. 2. Open the pedestal lid. Ensure the securing stay has automatically locked into position. 3. Referring to the following illustration, remove the cable gland nut, washer and grommet from the watertight gland, where the inter-unit cable will enter the base. 81154_6.book Page 30 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 30 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Heatshrink 5mm (0.2in) 5mm (0.2in) 20mm (0.8in) 20mm (0.8in) 40mm (1.6in) D4575-2 4. Slide the cable through the gland nut, washer and grommet, then into the base. Clamp into position, ensuring the section of main cable covered in yellow heat shrink is clamped. 5. The cable is supplied prepared and ready to fit to the signal and power connectors. If you need to cut the cable to length, strip off the protective outer sleeve then use the supplied kit to prepare the cable as detailed in the following illustration 81154_6.book Page 31 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 31 1. Preparation of Wires 500mm ± 10mm 5-6mm strip length Black power wires Red power wires Data wires (6 off) See Note A Coaxial signal 25mm See Note B Coaxial screen 10mm 500mm ± 10 mm 2. Heat Shrinking of Wires 5-6mm strip length 35mm 5mm maximum 25mm See Note D See Note C 3. Heat Shrinking of Cable/Wires 40mm 20mm Notes A. Aluminium screen/polyester tape screen to remain. B. Heat shrink sleeving fitted to keep the aluminium/polyester tape screen from unwinding from the coaxial signal insulation. C. The wires must be formed into two bundles with heat-shrink tubing (one containing the four power wires and the other containing the eight signal wires). D. The heatshrink shown in step 3 must be fitted to prevent the 'overall screen' from shorting to base. D4579-2 CAUTION: If any of the wires are incorrectly fitted, the scanner will not function correctly. Remove the 8-way plug from the signal connector and fit to the cable as shown in the following diagram. The terminal clamps are operated using a screwdriver as shown. Alternatively, you can leave the connector in position whilst connecting the cable, you should then remove the connector and visually check each wire connection. 81154_6.book Page 32 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 32 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Re-connect to the plug. When correctly fitted the white wire (coaxial) will be at the outer edge of the unit. 6. Connect the red and black power cores. Connect the red cable leads to the terminal sockets marked “+”, and the black cable leads to the terminal socket marked “-”, with one lead in each socket. The terminal clamps are operated using a screwdriver as shown in the inset diagram. Signal connector Grey Purple Blue Green Yellow Orange Coaxial Screen (Black) Coaxial Inner (White) Power connector D4576-2 CAUTION: Do not earth the cable screen to the scanner. The radar system is earthed via the display unit. 7. Using the tie-wrap fitting on the pedestal lid, secure the cable. 8. Check the gasket in the pedestal lid is correctly seated. Close the pedestal lid, ensuring that the cable does not become trapped and that the gasket is not pushed-out at the front of the pedestal: it will help if you support the front of the lid (by holding 81154_6.book Page 33 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 33 the mounting bracket) as you lower the rear of the lid. Tighten the four self-retaining bolts. CAUTION: Do not grease the gasket in the pedestal lid. Fitting the open array to the pedestal CAUTION: The pedestal unit has a cap fitted over the open array mounting shaft to protect the protuding co-axial pin. This cap must be left in place until the open array is fitted to the pedestal. 1. Remove the cap from the open array shaft. Retain the cap, it will be required if the open array is removed from the pedestal. 2. Grease the four securing studs. CAUTION: If the pin is damaged during the following operation you should contact your service dealer. 3. Lift the open array into position. Carefully lower the array - to prevent damage to the mounting pin, ensure the array remains parallel to the pedestal so that the studs slot into the holes on the pedestal mounting bracket. Note: The open array mounting bracket is designed so that the array can only be fitted to the pedestal in the correct orientation. 4. Use the four nuts and associated washers supplied to secure the array to the pedestal as shown in the diagram below. 81154_6.book Page 34 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 34 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Array Pedestal M8 plain washer M8 spring washer M8 nut D4580-2 81154_6.book Page 35 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 35 2.3 System connections DC power connection Power is supplied to the scanner via the display unit; the power cable is supplied with the display unit, refer to your display unit Owner’s Handbook for details on connecting power. However, you should be aware of the following. The DC system should be either: • • Negative grounded, with the negative battery terminal connected to the ship’s ground. Floating, with neither battery terminal connected to the ship’s ground. CAUTION: This radar is not intended for use on “positive” ground vessels. The power cable Earth screen connections must be connected to the ship’s ground. Grounding the radar system It is important that an effective RF ground is connected to the radar system. You must ground the radar by connecting the drain wire (screen) of the Power/NMEA Input cable to the nearest ground point of the ship’s RF ground system. Refer to your display unit Owner’s Handbook for details. Note: Use only this ground connection. Power Connections The power connection to the radar should be made at either the output of the battery isolator switch, or at a DC power distribution panel. Raymarine recommends that power is fed directly to the radar via its own dedicated cable system and MUST be protected by a thermal circuit breaker or fuse, fitted close to the power connection. Refer to the table below for isolator switch, circuit breaker or fuse value ratings. Check all terminal connections are clean. 81154_6.book Page 36 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 36 Pathfinder Radar Scanners CAUTION: If you do not have a thermal circuit breaker or fuse in your power circuit, e.g. fitted to the DC distribution panel, you MUST fit an in-line breaker or fuse to the positive (red) lead of the power cable. Table 2-1: Isolator Switch/Thermal Breaker/Fuse Values Vessels Supply 12 V* 24/32 V** Device Open Array Systems 4 kW 10 kW Radome Systems Isolator Switch min. rating 30 A n/a 20A Thermal Breaker rating 15 A n/a 10A Fuse value 20 A n/a 15 A Isolator Switch min. rating 15 A 15 A 15 A Thermal Breaker rating 8A 10 A 5A Fuse value 10 A 15 A 8A * 10 kW scanners cannot be directly connected to 12 V **Radome systems cannot use 32V. The open array scanner has a power switch fitted to the pedestal. This switch can normally be left ON. However, if the scanner is being serviced or if any personnel are in the vicinity of the open array, the switch should be set to OFF. Scanner connection The inter-unit cable is connected to the scanner as described in Sections 2.1 and 2.2. If you are using an inter-unit extension cable, connect this to the display unit, and connect the supplied cable to the extension cable. The scanner connector pins are shown in the following diagram, together with the connections and core colors. CAUTION: The display connector on the inter-unit cable is a moulded plug that cannot be replaced. DO NOT remove this moulded plug. 81154_6.book Page 37 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 37 Front view of Display Cable Connector 11 13 10 12 Display Video RTN *Battery --ve 3 Battery --ve Data I/O + Tx Trigger -- Not fitted on Open Array Scanners (refer to Section 2.2) Scanner Video Tx Trigger + Front view of Radome Scanner Cable Connector Battery +ve Data I/O -- 10 *Battery +ve 11 Azimuth + 12 Azimuth -- 13 White White Black Black Black Orange Orange Yellow Black Green Green Blue Yellow Violet Shield Grey 8 Video 7 Video Rtn 6 Tx Trigger + 5 Tx Trigger -4 Data I/O + 3 Data I/O -2 Azimuth + 1 Azimuth -- Red Blue Red Red Red Violet Black Grey Black Battery +ve *Battery +ve *Battery --ve Battery --ve Battery +ve/--ve = 12 or 24v. * Not present on 'light', 11 core cables. D4290-3 81154_6.book Page 38 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 38 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Display unit connection CAUTION: Do not use an open array scanner with an SL70 or SL70 PLUS 7" LCD display unit. Failure to observe this may result in permanent damage to the display unit. 10 kW open array scanners cannot be directly connected to 12 V systems. The rear of the Pathfinder display includes the following connection sockets: • • Scanner connection Power/NMEA Input DC power connection, two NMEA 0183 inputs and one RF ground (screen) connection. Note: If you have an integrated system that includes a radar display with MARPA as a primary function, the scanner must be connected to this display to enable the function. MARPA is then available on any repeater display. Connect the scanner cable to the scanner connector and power to the power/NMEA input connector. Power and all other connector details are supplied in the display unit Owner’s Handbook. Connector Panels LCD Display Power and NMEA Input Scanner CRT Display POWER/ NMEA NMEA HSB ANTENNA/ TRANSDUCER SeaTalk DISPLAY FUSE D4597-2 81154_6.book Page 39 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance 39 Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance Once you have installed your radar scanner and display unit, and made all the connections, you need to check your installation. You can then set up the radar system, align the scanner and check the display timing. In addition, for a 72" open array scanner you need to set the antenna size to ensure the scanner rests in the correct position when rotation stops. Set up, alignment and timing checks are performed from the radar system display unit. The procedures are outlined below; full details are provided in the display unit Owner’s Handbook. You should read the Pathfinder radar display unit Owner’s Handbook 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. 3.1 System Checks and Alignment System check Before performing the functional test, check the following: • • • All securing bolts are fully tightened and mechanical locking arrangements as specified are in place All connections have been made All connecting wires are secured and protected as necessary Note: If you are the boat owner and have performed the installation yourself, ask your authorized installation dealer to check the installation before going to sea. Set up, alignment and timing checks Switch on and initial set up On the open array scanner, ensure the power switch on the pedestal is set to ON. To switch on the display unit, press and hold the POWER key until the unit beeps. The magnetron warm-up sequence should start, after 81154_6.book Page 40 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 40 Pathfinder Radar Scanners which the unit should enter Standby mode. If necessary, adjust the lighting and contrast. If required, change the default language settings. Checking transmission WARNING: The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy. Ensure that the scanner has been installed according to the recommendations given in Chapter 1, and that all personnel are clear of the scanner, before switching to transmit mode. Run through the radar operations described in the display unit Owner’s Handbook and check that all the expected data is displayed. Bearing alignment When the system is correctly installed, you must check the bearing alignment to ensure that targets appear at their correct bearing relative to the ship’s bow, and adjust the alignment if necessary. Display timing adjustment The display timing can be affected by the length of the 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. 72" open array position alignment To ensure the 72" open array scanner rests in correct position when rotation stops, you need to adjust the radar set up as follows: 1. With the display switched on in Radar mode, press MENU then press the RADAR SET UP soft key. 2. Use the cursor to select the ANTENNA SIZE option, then press the 6 ft soft key. press ENTER twice to return to the default display. If the Radar Set Up menu option ANTENNA SIZE is not available, then you have an older version of display software. The 72" open array scanner will operate correctly with this display. However, for details on adjusting the open array stopping-position, please contact your authorized Raymarine dealer or distributor. 81154_6.book Page 41 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance 41 3.2 Maintenance Warnings The display unit and scanner unit contain high voltage. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians - there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments and the operator should not attempt to service the equipment. The operator should not remove the rear cover of the display or any internal covers in the scanner. 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. Routine Checks The radar scanners are sealed units. Maintenance procedures are therefore limited to the following periodical checks: • • • • Examine the cables for signs of damage, such as chafing, cuts or nicks. Check that the cable connectors are firmly attached. Make sure the scanner and pedestal are still attached securely to the mounting. Once a year, remove, grease and re-attach the mounting bolts securing the scanner and pedestal. Servicing and Safety • • • Raymarine equipment should be serviced only by authorized Raymarine service technicians. They will ensure that service procedures and replacement parts used will not affect performance. There are no user serviceable parts in any Raymarine product. Some products generate high voltages, so never handle the cables/connectors when power is being supplied to the equipment. When powered, all electrical equipment produces electromagnetic fields. These can cause adjacent pieces of electrical equipment to interact with one another, with a consequent adverse effect on operation. In order to minimize these effects and enable you to get the best possible performance from your Raymarine equipment, guidelines are given in the installation instructions, to 81154_6.book Page 42 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 42 Pathfinder Radar Scanners • • enable you to ensure minimum interaction between different items of equipment, i.e. ensure optimum Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). Always report any EMC-related problem to your nearest Raymarine dealer. We use such information to improve our quality standards. In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the equipment from being affected by external influences. In general this will not damage the equipment but it can lead to spurious resetting action, or momentarily may result in faulty operation. 3.3 Problem Solving All Raymarine products are subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programmes prior to packing and shipping. However, if this unit should develop a fault, please refer to the following table to identify the most likely cause and the corrective action required to restore normal operation. If you still have a problem after referring to the table below, contact your local dealer, national distributor or Raymarine Product Support Department for further advice. Always quote the product serial numbers. The display unit serial number is printed on the back of the unit, and the scanner serial number is on the back of the scanner near the gland. Table 3-1: Common Problems and Their Solutions Problem Correction “Scanner not responding” message. Check that the cable connecting the scanner to the radar display unit is firmly attached and undamaged. 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 procedure described in the display unit Owner’s Handbook Section 8.7. The 72” antenna stops in the wrong position. Refer to 72" open array position alignment. 81154_6.book Page 43 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance 43 How to Contact Raymarine (US) For Marine Product and Services Information Visit the Raymarine World Wide Web site for the latest information on the newest Raymarine electronic equipment and systems at: www.raymarine.com For Accessories and Parts Many Raymarine accessory items and parts can be obtained directly from your authorized Raymarine dealer. However, if you are in need of an item not available from the retailer, please contact Raymarine Technical Services at: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2333 or (603) 881-5200 extension 2333. Technical Services are available Monday through Friday 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Please have the Raymarine item or part number ready when calling if placing an order. If you are not sure which item is appropriate for your unit, you should first contact the Technical Support Department at: 1-800-539-5539 ext. 2444 or (603) 881-5200 extension 2444 to verify your requirements. For Technical Support: For technical support, call: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2444 or (603) 881-5200 extension 2444. Our Technical Support Specialists are available to answer questions about installing, operating and trouble-shooting all Raymarine products. Questions may be addressed directly to our Technical Support Department via e-mail at: techsupport@raymarine.com. 81154_6.book Page 44 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 44 Pathfinder Radar Scanners For Product Repair and Service In the unlikely event your Raymarine unit should develop a problem, please contact your authorized Raymarine dealer for assistance. The dealer is best equipped to handle your service requirements and can offer time saving help in getting the equipment back into normal operation. In the event that repairs can not be obtained conveniently, product service may also be obtained by returning the unit to: Raymarine Product Repair Center 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Nashua, NH03063-4219 The Product Repair Center is open Monday through Friday 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time or Eastern Daylight Savings Time. All products returned to the Repair Center are registered upon receipt. A confirmation letter will be sent to you acknowledging the repair status and the product’s reference number. Should you wish to inquire about the repair status of your unit, contact the Product Repair Center at: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2118. Please have the product reference number, or unit serial number, ready when you call. We will do everything possible to make the repair and return your unit as quickly as possible How to Contact Raymarine (Europe) In Europe, Raymarine support, service and accessories may be obtained from your authorized dealer, or contact: Raymarine Ltd Anchorage Park, Portsmouth PO3 5TD, England Tel: +44 (0) 23 9269 3611 Fax: +44 (0) 23 9269 4642 Or visit the Raymarine World Wide Web site: www.raymarine.com 81154_6.book Page 45 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance 45 Technical Support The Technical Services Department handles enquiries concerning installation, operation, fault diagnosis and repair. For technical help desk contact: Tel: Fax: +44 (0) 23 9271 4713 +44 (0) 23 9266 1228 Our technical support staff may also be reached via e-mail at: techsupport@Raymarine.com. Accessories and Parts Raymarine accessory items and parts are available through your authorized Raymarine dealer. Please refer to the lists of component part numbers and optional accessories in the Installation chapter of this manual, and have the Raymarine part number ready when speaking with your dealer. If you are uncertain about what item to choose for your Raymarine unit, please contact our Customer Services Department prior to placing your order. Worldwide Support Please contact the authorized distributor in the country. A list of worldwide distributors is supplied with your system. 81154_6.book Page 46 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 46 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 154_6A1.fm Page 47 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:58 AM Appendix A: Specification 47 Appendix A:Specification 2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to 1999/5/EC, EN60945 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Φ468 x 227 mm (18.4 x 8.9 in) Weight 6.5 kg (14.3 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 (µS) PRF (Hz) 0.25 or less 0.065 3000 0.50 0.090 3000 0.75 0.150 3000 0.75 expanded 0.250 2500 1.50 0.350 1800 3.00 0.450 1400 3.00 expanded 0.600 1000 6.00 or greater 1.000 740 Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off Duplexer Circulator 81154_6.book Page 48 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 48 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Antenna Antenna Type Patch array Beam Width (nominal) 5.2° horizontal, 25° vertical Polarization Horizontal Antenna Side lobes Less than -22 dB Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/1 MHz 154_6A1.fm Page 49 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:56 AM Appendix A: Specification 49 4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Φ599 x 227 mm (23.6 x 8.9 in) Weight 7.5 kg (16.5 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 operation: 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 (µS) PRF (Hz) 0.25 or less 0.065 3000 0.50 0.090 3000 0.75 0.150 3000 0.75 expanded 0.250 3000 1.50 0.350 2000 3.00 0.450 1500 3.00 expanded 0.600 1300 6.00 or greater 1.000 740 Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off Duplexer Circulator 81154_6.book Page 50 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 50 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Antenna Antenna Type Patch array Beam Width (nominal) 3.9° horizontal, 25° vertical Polarization Horizontal Antenna Side lobes Less than -22dB Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/1 MHz 81154_6.book Page 51 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Appendix A: Specification 51 5S and 9S 48" Open Array Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Pedestal: Array: 427 x 296 x 406 mm (16.8 x 10.5 x 16 in) 1306 mm (51.4 in) length Weight Pedestal: Array: 24 kg (53.0 lb) 6 kg (13.2 lb) 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 72 nm 5S Transmitter - 4 kW Input Voltage 10.7 - 44 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 9.2 W Standby 46 W Typical operation in light winds 61 W Max. operation in 50 Kt winds 96 W Max. operation in 100 Kt winds Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz Peak Power Output 4 kW (nominal) Transmitter Solid state modulator driving magnetron Pulse Length/PRF Normal Range (nm) Pulse Length PRF (µS) (Hz) Expanded Bandwidth (MHz) Pulse Length PRF (µS) (Hz) Bandwidth (MHz) 0.125 0.065 3000 12 0.09 3000 12 0.25 0.065 300 0 12 0.09 3000 12 0.50 0.09 3000 12 0.15 3000 12 0.75 0.15 3000 12 0.25 3000 12 1.50 0.35 2000 0.45 1600 3.00 0.45 1600 0.60 1200 0.7 6.0 - 72 1.00 740 0.5 Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off Duplexer Circulator 81154_6.book Page 52 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 52 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 9S Transmitter - 10 kW Input Voltage 16 - 44 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 11 W Standby 80 W Typical operation in light winds 95 W Max. operation in 50 Kt winds 140 W Max. operation in 100 Kt windS Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz Peak Power Output 10 kW (nominal) Transmitter Solid state modulator driving magnetron Pulse Length/PRF Normal Range (nm) Pulse Length PRF (µS) (Hz) Expanded Bandwidth (MHz) Pulse Length (µS) PRF (Hz) Bandwidth (MHz) 0.125 0.065 3000 12 0.09 3000 12 0.25 0.065 3000 12 0.09 3000 12 0.50 0.09 3000 12 0.15 3000 12 0.75 0.15 3000 12 0.25 3000 12 1.50 0.35 2000 0.45 1600 3.00 0.45 1600 0.60 1200 0.7 6.0 - 72 1.20 740 0.5 Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off Duplexer Circulator with integral limiter 48" Antenna Antenna Type Slotted waveguide array Beam Width (nominal) 1.85° Polarization Horizontal Antenna Side lobes Less than -22 dB Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) 81154_6.book Page 53 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Appendix A: Specification 53 Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz Note: If the scanner is bought for use with an existing display, contact your dealer/service agent for the latest display software to ensure you can use all the open array scanner features. 81154_6.book Page 54 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 54 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 7S and 11S 72" Open Array Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Pedestal: Array: 427 x 296 x 406 mm (16.8 x 10.5 x 16 in) 1918 mm (75.5 in) length Weight Pedestal: Array: 24 kg (53.0 lb) 9.4 kg (20.7 lb) 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 72 nm 7S Transmitter - 4 kW Input Voltage 10.7 - 44 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 9.2 W Standby 46 W Typical operation in light winds 83W Max. operation in 50 Kt winds 135W Max. operation in 100 Kt winds (min. input voltage 11.4 V for winds >75kt) Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz Peak Power Output 4 kW (nominal) Transmitter Solid state modulator driving magnetron Pulse Length/PRF Normal Range (nm) Pulse Length PRF (µS) (Hz) Expanded Bandwidth (MHz) Pulse Length PRF( (µS) Hz) Bandwidth (MHz) 0.125 0.065 3000 12 0.09 3000 12 0.25 0.065 300 0 12 0.09 3000 12 0.50 0.09 3000 12 0.15 3000 12 0.75 0.15 3000 12 0.25 3000 12 1.50 0.35 2000 0.45 1600 3.00 0.45 1600 0.60 1200 0.7 6.0 - 72 1.00 740 0.5 Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off Duplexer Circulator 81154_6.book Page 55 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Appendix A: Specification 55 11S Transmitter - 10 kW Input Voltage 20 - 44 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 11 W Standby 80 W Typical operation in light winds 117 W Max. operation in 50 Kt winds 179 W Max. operation in 100 Kt windS Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz Peak Power Output 10 kW (nominal) Transmitter Solid state modulator driving magnetron Pulse Length/PRF Normal Range (nm) Pulse Length PRF (µS) (Hz) Expanded Bandwidth (MHz) Pulse Length (µS) PRF( Hz) Bandwidth (MHz) 0.125 0.065 3000 12 0.09 3000 12 0.25 0.065 3000 12 0.09 3000 12 0.50 0.09 3000 12 0.15 3000 12 0.75 0.15 3000 12 0.25 3000 12 1.50 0.35 2000 0.45 1600 3.00 0.45 1600 0.60 1200 0.7 6.0 - 72 1.20 740 0.5 Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off Duplexer Circulator with integral limiter 72" Antenna Antenna Type Slotted waveguide array Beam Width (nominal) 1.15° Polarization Horizontal Antenna Side lobes Less than -25 dB Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) 81154_6.book Page 56 Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM 56 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz Note: If the scanner is bought for use with an existing display, contact your dealer/service agent for the latest display software to ensure you can use all the open array scanner features. 81154_6.book Page i Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM Index Index Alignment Bearing 40 Position of 72" Open Array Scanner 40 Bearing Alignment 40 Cable Runs 11 Cables Extension 4 Open Array 16, 18, 19 Radome 13, 15, 17 Inter-unit 4, 11, 12 Open Array 16, 30 Radome 13, 22 Part Numbers 4 Power 11 Open Array 17 Radome 14 Rejoining 11 Connections Display Unit 38 Open Array Scanner 29 Power 35, 38 Radome Scanner 22 Scanner 36 System 35 Display Timing Adjustment 40 Display Unit Connections 38 Electromagnetic Energy i, 40 EMC iv Conformance iv Installation Guidelines 2 Ferrite 24 Grounding the System 35 Help from Raytheon Europe 44 US 43 Worldwide 45 High Voltage i Location 5 Maintenance and Problem Solving 39 Mounting Open Array Scanner 28 Radome Scanner 21 Scanner on Power Boats 9 on Sailboats 9 Navigation Aid ii Open Array Scanner 48" iii, 1, 51 72" iii, 1, 54 72" - Position Alignment 40 Connections 29 Mounting 28 Pedestal 33 Parts List 4 Power Cables 11 Open Array 17 Radome 14 Connections 35, 38 Problem Solving 42 Radar System 81154_6.book Page ii Wednesday, October 10, 2001 10:48 AM ii Grounding 35 Typical System Diagram 1 Radome Scanner 18" iii, 1, 47 24" iii, 1, 49 Connections 22 Mounting 21 Rejoining Cables 11 Routine Checks 41 Safety - and Servicing 41 Electromagnetic Energy i High Voltage i Navigation Aid ii Scanner i Connections 36 Location 5 Mounting on Power Boats 9 on Sailboats 9 Scanner. See also Open Array Scanner, Radome Scanner i Servicing and Safety 41 Set Up 39 Specification 18" Radome Scanner 47 24" Radome Scanner 49 48" Open Array Scanner 51 72" Open Array Scanner 54 System Check 39 Timing Adjustment 40 Transmission Check 40 Warranty iv Pathfinder Radar Scanners
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