Simrad MN000802A-G manual Install the radar

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4 Install the radar

A radar unit should only be installed by a qualified marine technician, as potentially lethal high voltage is present along with heavy rotating parts. There is a transmit interlock that prevents radar transmissions if the scanner is not rotating. However, a high voltage remains for a period of time after the system is turned off. If you are not familiar with this type of electronics, consult with a trained service or installation technician before attempting to service any part of the equipment.

Installation includes

•mechanical mounting

•electrical wiring

•configuring the display or network system to work with the radar

•adjusting the radar for proper performance.

Don't take any shortcuts, and follow these instructions carefully.

This section explains how to:

•choose the correct location for the scanner

•install the scanner on a power boat or a yacht

•choose the correct location for the radar processor

•install the radar processor

Read the important warning and safety information in the Preface before you install the radar.

Note: Form MARPA functionality be more accurate you must send heading data at greater than 10Hz into the radar processor module. This is different for different display products. Please see the section relating to the display you are connecting to for more information

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Contents KW Radar KW Radar Installation Manual FCC StatementIndustry Canada CE ComplianceWarranty Feedback from youContents Maintenance Connect Simrad NX40 / NX45, Northstar M84 / M121Connect Northstar 6000i Connect to Lowrance Displays13 2 kW radar system specifications Preface Ethernet ConnectivitySerial Connectivity Please Read Carefully Before USEPage Introduction to the Navico radar system Brand Display heads that support the Navico radar systemBranding information 2 kw Radar overview Serial Connectivity Install the radar Choose the scanner location Dont do thisPower boat installations Yacht installations How to find the optimum height for the scannerScanner model Value half the -3 dB beam Width How to find the theoretical maximum detection range How to reduce false echoes and shadow zones 2 kW scanner dimensionsInstall a scanner on a trestle Install the 2 kW scanner unitInstall the radar processor Check the 2 kW radar parts Page Page Wiring guidelines Page Page Page Yellow #24 White big #12 Shell Braid shield 2 kW radar processor connections Connect the power cable OnlyConnect the ground wire Radar system checklistConnect Simrad GB40 or Northstar Parts needed to connect radar to a GB40 or 8000i systemEthernet Cables Simrad GB40 and Northstar Ethernet Crossover cableOptional parts to connect GB40 only Optional parts to connect GB40AT10-HD Simrad GB40 connection using SimNet heading Northstar 8000i / Simrad GB 40 using Nmea 0183 heading Key Part Description NumberPage Commision the radar using a GB40 or ¾ tarting up RadarPin Function ¾ Set Radar Range offset trigger Delay ¾ Select OK to confirm the new setting¾ To enter Radar setup options ¾ To correctRadar Power on Action Radar informationConnect Simrad NX40 / NX45, Northstar M84 / M121 Parts neededRadar connection kit AA002461 Quanti Part name Connect the 2 kW radar processor to an M84 or M121 Display NORSet up the radar with the Northstar M84 or M121 ¾ To enable the radar functionality¾ Park position ¾ Zero bearing¾ Antenna height Connect Northstar 6000i Parts needed to connct to a Northstar 6000iSerial comms extension cables + adaptor Quanti Part name Connect the 2 kW radar processor to a 6000i or 6100i display Nmea AUXPage Remote Power OUT Shield PowerNmea 1 in a Nmea 1 in BPage ¾ Power on Option ¾ Turn on the radar as follows ¾ Turn the radar offBefore you turn on the radar for the first time Turn the radar onConfigure the navigator communications Adjust the appearance settingsDisable the heading sensor input Heading sensor requirementsCalibrating the radar Prepare for calibrationSet the trigger delay Tune the radarSet the STC Curve ¾ To select a different curveSet the heading calibration heading sensor installed Press Page 3, Page 4, and InstallPress Page 2, Page 3, Page 4, and Install Set the heading calibration heading sensor not installed Restore all the factory settingsRestore the factory appearance settings Manual tuning procedure for the 6000i or 6100i system ¾ Next, set the scale to 1/8 nautical miles as followsPress Sea Clutter Connect to Lowrance Displays Parts needed to connect to Lowrance displaysRIM300 Radar Interface Module Quantit Part name Heading Sensor Optional Quantit Part Name10.2 RIM300 Setup the radar with Lowrance displays Setup the basics Radar Setup ¾ Trigger Delay PreparationTrigger Delay Main Bang SuppressionAdjust Main Bang Suppression Before heading line adjustment After heading line adjustment Maintenance General maintenanceScanner maintenance Other maintenance items Technical support, service and repairs Troubleshoot the radarRadar is not operating correctly If the scanner fails to turnHow to reduce noise and interference Make sure the power is present and correctly wiredConfirm the equipment installed Are range rings displayed? Make Model Serial Number Software Version13 2 kW radar system specifications KW scannerDC input To 15.6 V DC DC 12 V system only KW Radar processor specifications NS-RDR-1021MD