Radome Scanners
Users Guide
Document Number: 81256_3
Date: March 2006
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AST, Autoadapt, Auto GST, Autoseastate, Autotrim, Bidata, Marine Intelligence, Maxiview, On Board, Raychart, Raynav, Raypilot, Raystar, ST40, ST60, Seaclutter, Smart Route, Tridata and Waypoint Navigation are trademarks of Raymarine Limited.
All other product names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks (if applicable) of their respective companies.
© Raymarine UK Ltd 2006
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Important information ................................................................ |
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Introduction........................................................................................... |
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Intended use ......................................................................................... |
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Safety notices ........................................................................................ |
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WARNING: High voltage............................................................ |
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WARNING: Electromagnetic energy........................................ |
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WARNING: Product installation ............................................... |
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Directive............................................... |
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EMC conformance ................................................................................. |
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Declaration of conformity...................................................................... |
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Display software version ....................................................................... |
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Warranty ............................................................................................... |
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Handbook information .......................................................................... |
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Installation .................................................................................... |
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EMC installation guidelines................................................................... |
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Suppression ferrite............................................................................. |
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Connections to other equipment ....................................................... |
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What’s in the box? ................................................................................ |
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What tools do I need to install the scanner? ..................................... |
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How big is the scanner? ........................................................................ |
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18” Radome scanner ......................................................................... |
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24” Radome scanner ......................................................................... |
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Planning the installation ....................................................................... |
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Cable requirements ............................................................................... |
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Scanner cables ...................................................................................... |
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Running the cable to the scanner ...................................................... |
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Inter-unit cables................................................................................. |
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Power cables ......................................................................................... |
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Extending the power cable ................................................................ |
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Power requirements........................................................................... |
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Extending the power cable .................................................................... |
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Mounting options ................................................................................ |
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Preparing the mounting holes ............................................................. |
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Securing the scanner to the mounting platform .................................. |
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Connecting the inter-unit cable to the scanner ................................... |
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Completing the installation ................................................................. |
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Display connections............................................................................. |
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Power connections........................................................................... |
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Inter-unit cable connections ............................................................ |
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Scanner setup ...................................................................................... |
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Before you go to sea........................................................................ |
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EMC conformance............................................................................ |
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System checks.................................................................................. |
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Set up, alignment and timing checks ............................................... |
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Maintenance and troubleshooting .......................................... |
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Introduction ..................................................................................... |
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Maintenance.................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting............................................................................... |
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Technical support............................................................................. |
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Technical specification.............................................................. |
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RD218 18”Radome scanner unit ........................................................ |
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RD424 24”Radome scanner unit ........................................................ |
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Raymarine World Wide Warranty ............................................ |
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Important information
Introduction
This handbook contains an explanation of how to install, connect and maintain your radome scanner and covers the following models:
•RD218 - 18” 2kW Radome scanner.
•RD424 - 24” 4 kW Radome scanner.
Your radar has been designed and manufactured to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless installed, operated and maintained properly. Please carefully read and follow the recommended procedures for installation contained in this handbook.
When properly installed and operated, the use of this radar will conform to the requirements of:
•IEEE C95.1 - 1999 - Standard for Safety Levels with respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300GHz.
•ICNIRP Guidelines 1998 - International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection: Guidelines for limiting exposure to time-varying electric, magnetic and electro-magnetic fields (up to 300GHz) 1998.
Intended use
This product is a radar scanner intended for use within a navigational radar system. The intended application is for leisure marine boats and work boats not covered by IMO/SOLAS carriage requirements.
Safety notices
WARNING
Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard
The radar antenna emits electromagnetic radio frequency (RF) energy which can be harmful particularly to your eyes. DO NOT look at the antenna at close range.
It is important that the radar is turned off whenever personnel are required to come close to the scanner assembly or associated equipment. It is recommended that the radar scanner is mounted out of range of personnel (above head height).
Distances from the face of the radar at which RF radiation levels of 100 W/m2 and 10 W/m2 exist are given below
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WARNING
High Voltage
The scanner unit contains high voltages. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians - there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments. The operator should never remove the scanner unit internal covers or attempt to sevice the equipment.
WARNING
Product installation
This equipment must be installed in accordance with the instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal injury and/or damage to your boat.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. Whilst the WEEE Directive does not apply to some of Raymarine’s products, we support its policy and ask you to
be aware of how to dispose of this product.
The crossed out wheelie bin symbol, illustrated above, and found on our products signifies that this product should not be disposed of in general waste or landfill.
Please contact your local dealer, national distributor or Raymarine Technical Services for information on product disposal.
EMC conformance
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
FCC Notice
Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved in writing by Raymarine Inc., could violate compliance withFCC rules and void the operator’s authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of conformity
Raymarine UK Limited hereby declare that the products to which this manual relates comply with the appropriate requirements and provisions of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
The full Declaration of Conformity may be viewed on the relevant product pages at www.raymarine.com
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Display software version
For operation of your scanner, the display unit requires the appropriate software version. These are:
•E Series displays - Version 3.03 or later.
•C Series displays - Version 3.01 or later.
The software version can be confirmed by switching on the display and checking the version number during the magnetron warm-up sequence. However, if a scanner is not connected to the display, the version number will only be displayed for 10 seconds.
Warranty
To register your new Raymarine product, please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty card. It is important that you complete the owner information and return the card to receive full warranty benefits. Alternatively you can register your product on line at www.raymarine.com
Handbook information
The technical and graphical information contained in this handbook, to the best of our knowledge, was correct as it went to press. However, our policy of continuous improvement and updating may change product specifications without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product and handbook may occur from time to time.
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EMC installation guidelines
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment.
Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised. Although every effort has been taken to ensure that they will perform under all conditions, it is important to understand what facts could affect the operation of the product.
The guidelines here describe the conditions for optimum EMC performance, but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet all of these 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 wherever possible:
•Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are:
•At least 3 ft. (1m) from any other equipment transmitting or carrying radio signals. In the case of Single Side Band (SSB) radio, the distance should be increased to 7 ft. (2m).
•More than 7 ft. (2m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element.
•The equipment is supplied from a separate battery to that used for engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V, and starter motor transients, can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage the equipment, but may cause the loss of some information and may change the operating mode.
•Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutting and rejoining these cables can compromise EMC performance and must be avoided unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual/
Suppression ferrite
If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not be removed. If the ferrite needs to be removed during installation it must be reassembled in the same position.
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The illustration shows typical cable suppression ferrites used with Raymarine equipment. Always use the ferrites supplied by Raymarine.
Connections to other equipment
If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the cable near to the Raymarine unit.
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Inter-unit cable |
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Center Line of Radome |
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Components are dependant on your system package, but are either:
•18” 2 kW Radome scanner and 15 m light cable, or
•24” 4 kW Radome scanner and 15 m heavy cable.
•Fixing bolts and washers.
•Grease.
•Handbook.
What tools do I need to install the scanner?
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Adhesive tape |
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Drill |
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Torque wrench |
13 mm socket |
10 mm drill bit |
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Philips screwdriver |
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How big is the scanner?
18” Radome scanner |
24” Radome scanner |
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247 mm (9.7 in) |
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346 mm (13.62 in) |
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diameter |
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521 mm (20.5 in) |
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diameter |
116.5 mm |
(4.58 in) |
233 mm |
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27.5 mm |
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(0.92 in) |
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141.5 mm |
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(5.57 in) |
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247 mm (9.7 in) |
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346 mm (13.62 in) |
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diameter |
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652 mm (25.67 in) |
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diameter |
116.5 mm |
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233 mm |
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27.5 mm |
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(1.08 in) |
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141.5 mm |
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