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Owners Handbook

Raytheon Marine Company, Recreational Products, Portsmouth, England

User’s Manual

Note

This User’s Manual for the Raytheon ’Pathfinder’ Scanner units

includes the 10kW, 48" Open Array Scanner, the 4kW, 48"

Open Array, 4kW Radome and 2kW Radome Scanners

Pathfinder

Radar

Scanners

Owner’s

Handbook

Document number: 81154_3

Date: Feb 2000

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Pathfinder Radar Scanners

Owners Handbook

February 2000

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, 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.

RAYTHEON MARINE products are supported by a network of Authorized

Service Representatives. For information on Raytheon products and services,

contact either of the following:

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UNITED STATES Raytheon Marine Company

Recreational Products

22 Cotton Road, Suite 280

Nashua

NH 03063-4219, USA

Telephone +1 603 881 5200

Fax +1 603 864 4756

www.raymarine.com

EUROPE Raytheon Marine Limited

Anchorage Park

Portsmouth

Hampshire PO3 5TD

England

Telephone +44 (0)23 9269 3611

Fax +44 (0)23 9269 4642

www.raymarine.com

The technical and graphical information contained in this handbook, to the best

of our knowledge, was correct as it went to press. However, the Raytheon

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 Raytheon.

Raytheon is a registered trademark of Raytheon Company.

SeaTalk is a registered trademark of Raytheon Marine Europe Limited.

HSB is a trademark of Raytheon Marine Company.

Pathfinder is a trademark of Raytheon Marine Company.

This product contains technology provided under license by Acorn Group plc.

The copyright of this intellectual property is acknowledged by Raytheon

Marine Company, as are Acorn’s trademarks and patents. Acorn’s world wide

web address is http://www.acorn.com.

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Preface

This handbook describes the following Pathfinder radar scanners from

Raytheon:

2D 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner

4D 24" 4 kW Radome Scanner

5S 48" 4 kW Open Array Scanner

48" 10 kW Open Array Scanner

2D, 4D and 5S scanner units may be connected to RL70, RL70RC, R70, or

R70RC display units. In addition the 2D and 4D scanner units may be

connected to SL70, or Autohelm 7" LCD display.

CAUTION

The 5S 48" Open Array Scanner 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.

Raytheon’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 open array scanners, the display software version must

be 4.xx (or higher) for a R70/R70RC, or 5.xx (or higher) for a RL70/RL70RC.

These software versions are normally already installed in the display unit and

are also fully compatible with the 2D and 4D radome scanners.

Early display units may not have the correct software for use with open array

scanners 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.

Note that if a scanner unit is not connected then the version number is only

displayed for 10 seconds.

We recommend that where a repeater display is fitted, both the repeater and the

master display are upgraded.

Where, necessary Software Upgrade Kits are available from your dealer,

distributor or from Raytheon Marine, Part Nos. R55020 (R70/R70RC) and

R55019 (RL70/RL70RC).

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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 Raytheon equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry

standards for use in the leisure marine environment.

The design and manufacture of Raytheon equipment and accessories conform

to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct

installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.*

Note: Then 48” Open Array Scanners have NOT been tested with the SL70 or

Autohelm 7” LCD Display Unit for EMC conformance.

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Contents v

Contents

Chapter 1: Overview ............................................................................ 1

1.1 Introduction ................................................................................. 1

EMC installation guidelines ......................................................... 2

Connections to Other Equipment ............................................ 3

1.2 Unpacking and inspecting the components .................................... 3

Radome scanners ................................................................... 3

Open array scanners ............................................................... 4

1.3 Selecting the scanner unit site ........................................................ 5

Mounting surface: sailboats .................................................... 9

Mounting surface: power boats ............................................... 9

Setting the radiation plane ......................................................10

1.4 Cable runs ...................................................................................10

Rejoining Cables ...................................................................11

Inter-unit cable ........................................................................... 12

Radome scanner cable ...........................................................12

Open array scanner cable ....................................................... 13

Power cable - radome scanners ....................................................14

Power cable - open array scanners ............................................... 16

12 V systems .........................................................................16

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner ...................................................... 17

2.1 Radome scanner .........................................................................17

Securing the radome scanner to the mounting surface ...................17

Connecting the radome scanner inter-unit cable ...........................18

2.2 Open array scanner ....................................................................21

Securing the pedestal to the mounting platform ............................21

Connecting the open array scanner inter-unit cable .......................23

Fitting the open array to the pedestal ............................................ 26

2.3 System connections ................................................................... 27

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DC power connection .................................................................27

Scanner connection ....................................................................28

Display unit connection ..............................................................29

Chapter 3:Post Installation Checks and Maintenance...................... 31

EMC Conformance .................................................................... 31

3.1 System Checks and Alignment ....................................................31

System check .............................................................................31

Set up, alignment and timing checks ............................................ 31

3.2 Maintenance .............................................................................. 33

Warnings ...................................................................................33

Routine Checks ..........................................................................33

Servicing and Safety ................................................................... 33

3.3 Problem Solving .........................................................................34

Common Problems and Their Solutions ......................................34

How to Contact Raytheon (US) ...................................................34

For Marine Product and Services Information .........................34

For Accessories and Parts ...................................................... 34

For Technical Support: .......................................................... 35

For Product Repair and Service ..............................................35

How to Contact Raytheon (Europe) .............................................36

Technical Support .................................................................36

Accessories and Parts ............................................................36

Worldwide Support .................................................................... 36

Appendix A: Specification ................................................................. 37

2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit .....................................................37

4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit .....................................................38

5S and xS 48" Open Array Scanner Unit ......................................39

Index ................................................................................................... 43

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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 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner

4D 24" 4 k WRadome Scanner

5S 48" 4 kW Open Array Scanner

xS 48" 10 kW Open Array Scanner

2D, 4D, 5S and xS scanner units may be connected to RL70, RL70RC, R70, or

R70RC display units. In addition the 2D and 4D scanner units may be

connected to SL70, or Autohelm 7" LCD display.

A typical Pathfinder Radar system is illustrated below.

NMEA

SeaTalk

Display Unit

Distribution Panel

D4288-2

Scanner

12/24V Supply

12V Supply 12V Supply

Junction

Box

GPS

Compass

CAUTION

Do not use the 48" Open Array Scanner with an SL70 or Autohelm 7”

display unit. Failure to observe this may result in permanent damage to

these display units.

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

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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 Raytheon equipment and accessories are designed to the relevant industry

standards for use in the leisure marine environment.

Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic

Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation configuration is

essential to maintain EMC performance and CE compliance. 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 recognised 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:

•Raytheon 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. 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 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.

•Raytheon 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

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reassembled in the same position. Section 2.1 Installing the Radome Scanner

includes instructions on fitting a ferrite.

The following illustration shows a typical range of suppression ferrites fitted to

Raytheon equipment.

Connections to Other Equipment

If your Raytheon equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable

not supplied by Raytheon, a suppression ferrite MUST always be fitted to the

cable close to the Raytheon unit.

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.

Radome scanners

ItemItem

Item Part No.Part No.

Part No.Part No.

Part No. SuppliedSupplied

SuppliedSupplied

Supplied OptionOption

OptionOption

Option

with:with:

with: for:for:

for:for:

for:

Radome ScannersRadome Scanners

Radome Scanners

2D 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner M92650 US Version -

2DE 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner M92650E European Version -

4D 24" 4 kW Radome Scanner M92652 - -

Radome Scanner Accessories Radome Scanner Accessories

Radome Scanner Accessories (2D & 4D Variants)

Inter-unit cable 15 m heavy M92668 4D -

Inter-unit cable 25 m heavy M92669 - Both

Inter-unit cable 10 m light M92692 2D (US version) -

Inter-unit cable 15 m light M92720 2D (Europe version) -

Extension cable 5 m M92699 - Both

Extension cable 10 m M92700 - Both

Mast Mount 18" Scanner M92722 - 2D

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Mast Mount 24" Scanner M92698 - 4D

Radar Interface adapter M92721 - 2D

To fit radome to M88390 type 18" mast mount

Radome mounting interface plate M92731 - 2D

Supplied with HSB Series Display UnitSupplied with HSB Series Display Unit

Supplied with HSB Series Display Unit

Ferrite Clamp R55007 - Both

Open array scanners

ItemItem

Item Part No.Part No.

Part No.Part No.

Part No. SuppliedSupplied

SuppliedSupplied

Supplied OptionOption

OptionOption

Option

with:with:

with: for:for:

for:for:

for:

5S 4 kW Scanner Pedestal M92654 5S -

xS 10 kW Scanner Pedestal M xS -

48" Open Array M92693 5S, xS -

Inter-unit cable 15 m heavy M92728 - 5S

Inter-unit cable 25 m heavy M92706 - 5S (24/32V only)

Cable kit: 5 m +10 m extension E55017 - 5S

To fit open array scanner on a radar arch

Open Array Scanner AccessoriesOpen Array Scanner Accessories

Open Array Scanner Accessories

Extension cable 5m M92699 - 5S (24/32V only)

Extension cable 10m M92700 - 5S

-xS

Software Upgrade Kit R55020 - R70/R70RC

Software Upgrade Kit R55019 - RL70/RL70RC

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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.

D3224_3

Weight: 6.5 kg (14.3lbs)

Compass Safe Distance: 1m (33")

18" Radome Scanner

D3228_4

Weight: 7.5 kg (16.5lbs)

Compass Safe Distance: 1m (33")

24" Radome Scanner

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Centre of rotation Centre of rotation

1306 mm (51.4 in)

100 mm

(4 in)

427 mm (16.8 in) 296 mm (11.65 in)

406 mm (16 in)

D4572-1

Weight: Pedestal 24 kg (53.0 lbs)

Open Array 6 kg (13.2 lbs)

Compass Safe Distance: 1 m (33 in)

48'' Open Array Scanner

140 mm (5.5 in)

Minimum clearance height 510 mm (20.1 in)

150 mm (6 in)

Minimum clearance 630 mm (24.8 in)

70 mm (2.75 in)

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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 minimise 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.

•Access: The scanner unit site should be easily accessible to allow

maintenance to be carried out safely.

•Magnetic compass: Mount the scannner 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

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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 minimised 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.

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 30 kg.

•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. Raytheon 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, Raytheon 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. 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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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 Raytheom Marine 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.

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 13-way

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 un-screened coaxial cores

to less than 30 mm to maintain EMC conformance.

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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:

Scanner PackageScanner Package

Scanner Package Inter-Unit CableInter-Unit Cable

Inter-Unit CableInter-Unit Cable

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, 4 kW 15 m or radar arch kit (5 m + 10 m extension)

25 m heavy (24/32 V systems only)

xS, 10 kW

The minimum bends permitted are:

Minimum bend, light cable 60 mm (~2.5 in) radius

Minimum bend, heavy cable 82 mm (~3.75 in) radius

Radome scanner 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 minimise 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

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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 inter-unit

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.

Recommended Radome Inter-Unit Cable(s) for Vessels with 12 V Power

Systems

Inter-Unit Cable Scanner Package

Length Required (m) 2D (US) 2DE (Eur) 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.

Open array scanner 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

minimise 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.

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12 V Systems

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.

Recommended Open Array Inter-Unit Cable(s) for Vessels with 12 V Power

Systems

Inter-Unit Cable 4 kW Scanners 10kW Scanners

Length Required (m)

5 5m heavy

15 15 m heavy

15 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

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.

Power cable - radome scanners

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 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 minimise 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

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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.

Maximum Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems with 18"

Radome Scanner

Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core

mm2: 1.5 2.0 2.5 4.0 6.0 10.0

AWG: 16 15 14 11 10 7

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).

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Maximum Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems with 24"

Radome Scanner

Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core

mm2: 1.5 2.0 2.5 4.0 6.0 10.0

AWG: 16 15 14 11 10 7

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

Power cable - open array scanners

The 48" 4 kW and 10 kW open array scanners are intended for use on ships’ DC

power systems operating in the 10.7 to 44 V DC range (that is, 12 V, 24 V and

32 V systems). 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 48" 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

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 minimise their resistance and

to remove the risk of accidental shorts. Recommended 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.

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Maximum Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems

Power Cable Core Size (each core)

mm2: 4.0 6.0 8.0 10.0

AWG: 11 10 8 7

48" 4 kW Scanners <3.0 4.5 6.0 7.5

48" 10 kW Scanners

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. Raytheon 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.

Maximum Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24/32 V Systems

Power Cable Core Size (each core)

mm2: 2.0 4.0 6.0 8.0 10.0

AWG: 14 11 10 8 7

48" 4 kW Scanners <8.0 16.0 24 32 35

48" 10 kW Scanners

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.

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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 Raytheon 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.

Scanner base

Mounting bracket

or mounting surface

Greased mounting bolt

D3995-2

Bitumen washer

You may need to use longer M8 mounting bolts to secure the scanner if you

have used shims to lower the radar beam.

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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:

D4006-1

Inner cover

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.

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5. Referring to the following illustration, remove the securing nut (1) from the

watertight gland and grommet (2), where the inter-unit cable (3) will enter

the base.

D3230-3

White wire

1 Securing nut 22

2 Gland 33

3 Inter-unit cable 44

4 Eight-way plug 55

5 Eight-way socket 6 6

6 6

6 Power cores (2 or 4) 77

Terminal clamp 88

8 Screwdriver 9 9

9 9

9 Cable clamp 1010

1010

10 Cable clamp screws 1111

1111

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 Series Pathfinder Radar display, fit

the ferrite clamp (11), supplied loose with the display unit, as follows:

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).

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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, depending 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.

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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 Raytheon Marine dealer.

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.

WARNING

The open array scanner weighs 30 kg. 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.

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 guage.

4. Grease the studs. Using two nuts locked together on the stud, screw each

stud into the pedestal until they bottom out. Remove these two nuts.

Note: If the studding supplied is not long enough, use M10 stainless steel, grade

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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.

Grease the nuts.

If required, cut-off any excess stud.

Pedestal

Bitumen washer,

sticky side down

on platform

Mounting

platform

Lifting eye

M10 plain washer

M10 spring washer

M10 stud

length = 52 mm

plus platform depth

M10 nut

D4573-2

32 mm Max.

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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.

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 heatshrink is clamped.

D4575-1

20mm (0.8in)

40mm (1.6in)

20mm (0.8in)

5mm (0.2in) 5mm (0.2in)

Heatshrink

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4. 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

illustration below.

500mm ± 10mm

Black power wires

Data wires (6 off)

Coaxial signal

Coaxial screen

Red power wires

25mm

10mm

See Note B

35mm

5mm maximum

25mm

20mm

See Note A

See Note C

See Note D

40mm

1. Preparation of Wires

2. Heat Shrinking of Wires

3. Heat Shrinking of Cable/Wires

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.

D4579-1

5-6mm strip length

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.

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Re-connect to the plug. When correctly fitted the white wire (co-axial) will

be at the outer edge of the unit.

Grey

Purple

Blue

Green

Yellow

Orange

Coaxial Screen

(Black)

Coaxial Inner

(White)

Signal connector

Power connector

D4576-1

5. 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.

CAUTION:

Do not earth the cable screen to the scanner. The radar system is earthed

via the display unit.

6. Using the tie-wrap fitting on the pedestal lid, secure the cable.

7. Close the pedestal lid, ensuring that the cable does not become trapped.

Tighten the four self-retaining bolts.

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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.

D4580-1

M8 plain washer

M8 spring washer

M8 nut

Array

Pedestal

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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. Raytheon

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.

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.

Vessels Device Open Array Radome

Supply Systems Systems

Isolator Switch min. rating 30 A 20A

12 V Thermal Breaker Rating 12 A 10A

Fuse value 15 A 15 A

Isolator Switch min. rating 15 A 15 A

24/32 V* Thermal Breaker Rating 7 A 5 A

Fuse value 8 A 8 A

Radome systems cannot use 32V.

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The open arrray 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 colours.

CAUTION

The display connector on the inter-unit cable is a moulded plug that

cannot be replaced. DO NOT remove this moulded plug.

13 12

White

Black

Orange

Black

Green

Yellow

Shield

Red

Violet

Blue

Grey

Video

Video RTN

*Battery --ve

Tx Trigger +

Battery --ve

Data I/O +

Tx Trigger --

Battery +ve

Data I/O --

*Battery +ve

Azimuth +

Azimuth --

White

Black

Orange

Yellow

Green

Blue

Violet

Grey

Red

Black

Video

Video Rtn

Tx Trigger +

Tx Trigger --

Data I/O +

Data I/O --

Azimuth +

Azimuth --

Battery +ve

*Battery +ve

*Battery --ve

Battery --ve

Not fitted

on Open Array Scanners

(refer to Section 2.2)

D4290-2

Front view of

Display Cable Connector

Front view of Radome

Scanner Cable Connector

Display Scanner

* Not present on 'light', 11 core cables.

Battery +ve/--ve = 12 or 24v.

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Display unit connection

CAUTION

Do not use the 48" 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.

The rear of the Pathfinder display includes the following connection sockets:

•Scanner connection

•Power/NMEA Input, for 12 V, 24 V or 32 V (open array) DC power

connection, two NMEA 0183 inputs and one RF ground (screen)

connection.

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.

POWER/

NMEA

ANTENNA/

TRANSDUCER

NMEA

SeaTalk

DISPLAY

FUSE

HSB

LCD Display

CRT Display

D4597_1

Power and NMEA Input Scanner

Connector Panels

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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.

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 familiarise 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 authorised installation dealer to check the installation before going to

sea.

Set up, alignment and timing checks

Switch on and initial set up

On the 48" 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 which the unit

should enter Standby mode.

If necessary, adjust the lighting and contrast.

If required, change the default language settings.

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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.

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3.2 Maintenance

Warnings

The display unit and scanner unit contain high voltage. Adjustments

require specialised 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 securing to the

mounting.

•Once a year, remove, grease and re-attach the mounting bolts securing the

scanner and pedestal.

Servicing and Safety

•Raytheon equipment should be serviced only by authorised Raytheon

service technicians. They will ensure that service procedures and

replacement parts used will not affect performance. There are no user

serviceable parts in any Raytheon product.

•High voltages are generated in both the scanner and the display unit. Never

handle the cables/connectors when power is being supplied to the

equipment.

•When powered up, 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 minimise

these effects and enable you to get the best possible performance from your

Raytheon equipment, guidelines are given in the installation instructions, to

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 Raytheon dealer.

We use such information to improve our quality standards.

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•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 Raytheon products are, prior to packing and shipping, subjected to

comprehensive test and quality assurance programmes. 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 Raytheon 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.

Common Problems and Their Solutions

ProblemProblem

Problem CorrectionCorrection

CorrectionCorrection

Correction

“Scanner not responding” message. Check that the cable connecting the scanner

to the radar display unit is firmly attached and

undamaged.

The bearing displayed on the radar Perform the bearing alignment procedure

display is not the same as the actual described in the display unit

Owner’s Handbook

bearing. Section 8.7.

How to Contact Raytheon (US)

For Marine Product and Services Information

Visit the Raytheon World Wide Web site for the latest information on the

newest Raytheon Marine electronic equipment and systems at:

www.raymarine.com

For Accessories and Parts

Many Raytheon accessory items and parts can be obtained directly from your

authorized Raytheon dealer. However, if you are in need of an item not

available from the retailer, please contact Sales & Order Services at:

1-800-539-5539 extension 2333 or (603) 881-5200 extension 2333.

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Sales & Order Services are available Monday through Friday 8:15 AM to 5:00

PM Eastern Standard Time.

Please have the Raytheon 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.

The Raytheon Fax number is 1-603-634-4756.

Our Technical Support Specialists are available to answer questions about

installing, operating and trouble-shooting all Raytheon products. Questions

may be addressed directly to our Technical Support Department via e-mail at:

rmc_tech_raytheon@raymarine.com.

For Product Repair and Service

In the unlikely event your Raytheon unit should develop a problem, please

contact your authorized Raytheon dealer for assistance. The dealer is best

equipped to handle your service requirements and can offer timesaving 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 :

Raytheon Product Repair Center

22 Cotton Road, Suite 280

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

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How to Contact Raytheon (Europe)

In Europe, Raytheon support, service and accessories may be obtained from

your authorised dealer, or contact:

Raytheon Marine Company

Anchorage Park, Portsmouth

PO3 5TD, England

Tel : (+44) 23 9269 3611

Fax: (+44) 23 9269 4642

Technical Support

The Customer Services Department handles enquiries concerning installation,

operation, fault diagnosis and repair. For technical helpdesk:

Tel: (+44) 23 9271 4713

Fax: (+44) 23 9266 1228

Our technical support staff may also be reached via e-mail. Questions may be

addressed directly to:

techsupra@raytheon.com.

Or visit the Raytheon Marine World Wide Web site:

www.raymarine.com

Accessories and Parts

Raytheon accessory items and parts are available through your authorised

Raytheon dealer. Please refer to the lists of component part numbers and

optional accessories in the Installation chapter of this manual, and have the

Raytheon part number ready when speaking with your dealer.

If you are uncertain about what item to choose for your Raytheon unit, please

contact our Customer Services Department prior to placing your order.

Worldwide Support

Please contact the authorised distributor in the country. A list of worldwide

distributors is supplied with your system.

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Appendix 1: Specification 37

Appendix A: Specification

2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit

General

Approvals

CE - conforms to 89/336/EEC (EMC), EN60945:1997

FCC - conforms to 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 0.08µs/2250Hz (0.75 nm or less)

0.25 µs/1500 Hz (above 0.75 nm and less than 6 nm)

0.70 µs/750 Hz (6 nm or greater)

Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off

Duplexer Circulator

Antenna

Antenna Type Patch array

Beam Width (nominal) 5.2° horizontal, 25° vertical

Polarisation Horizontal

Antenna Side lobes Less than -22 dB

Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal)

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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

4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit

General

Approvals

CE - conforms to 89/336/EEC (EMC), EN60945:1997

FCC - conforms to 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 0.08µs/2250Hz (0.75 nm or less)

0.25 µs/1500 Hz (above 0.75 nm and less than 6 nm)

0.70 µs/750 Hz (6 nm or greater)

Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off

Duplexer Circulator

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Antenna

Antenna Type Patch array

Beam Width (nominal) 3.9° horizontal, 25° vertical

Polarisation 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

5S and xS 8" Open Array Scanner Unit

General

Approvals

CE - conforms to 89/336/EEC (EMC), EN60945:1997

FCC - conforms to Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR)

Dimensions Pedestal: 427 x 296 x 406 mm (16.8 x 10.5 x 16 in)

Array: 1306 mm (51.4 in) length

Weight Pedestal: 24 kg

Array: 6 kg

Input Voltage 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

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

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Transmitter - 4 kW

Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz

Peak Power Output 4 kW (nominal)

Transmitter Solid state modulator driving magnetron

Pulse Length/PRF

Normal Expanded

Range Pulse Length PRF Bandwidth Pulse Length PRF Bandwidth

(nm) (µS) (Hz) (MHz) (µS) (Hz) (MHz)

0.125 0.06 3000 12 0.09 3000 12

0.25 0.06 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 3 0.45 1600 3

3.00 0.45 1600 3 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

Transmitter - 10 kW

Transmitter Frequency

Peak Power Output 10 kW (nominal)

Transmitter Solid state modulator driving magnetron

Pulse Length/PRF

Normal Expanded

Range Pulse Length PRF Bandwidth Pulse Length PRF Bandwidth

(nm) (µS) (Hz) (MHz) (µS) (Hz) (MHz)

0.125

0.25

0.50

0.75

1.50

3.00

6.0 - 72

Standby Mode Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off

Duplexer Circulator

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Antenna

Antenna Type Slotted waveguide array

Beam Width (nominal) 1.85°

Polarisation 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/Inverter & 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.

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Index

Symbols

18" Radome

Specification 33

24" Radome

Specification 34

48" Open Array

Specification 35

Alignment 31

Bearing 32

Bearing Alignment 32

Cable Runs 10

Cables

Extension 3, 4

Extension - 18" Radome 14

Extension - 24" Radome 15

Extension - Open Array 13, 16

Extension - Radome 11, 12

Inter-unit 3, 10

Inter-unit - Open Array 13, 24

Inter-unit - Radome 11, 12, 18

Power 10

Power - Open Array 15

Power - Radome 13

Rejoining 10

Connections

Display Unit 29

Open Array Scanner 23

Power 29

Radome Scanner 18

Scanner 28

System 27

Display Timing Adjustment 32

Electromagnetic Energy i, 31

EMC iii

Conformance iii

Installation Guidelines 2

Ferrite 2, 3, 19

Grounding the System 27

High Voltage i

Location 5

Mounting

Open Array Scanner 21

Radome Scanner 17

Scanner

on Power Boats 9

on Sailboats 8

Navigation Aid i

Open Array Scanner

48" iii, 1, 4

Connecting 23

Mounting 21

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Power

Cable 10

Cable - Open Array 15

Cable - Radome 13

Connection 27

Connections 29

Radar System

Connections 27

Grounding 27

Item List 3

Typical System Diagram 1

Radome Scanner

18" iii, 1, 3

24" iii, 1, 3

Connecting 18

Mounting 17

Rejoining Cables 10

Safety i

Electromagnetic Energy i

High Voltage i

Navigation Aid i

Scanner i.

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