Simrad MN000802A-G KW Radar Installation Manual, FCC Statement, Industry Canada, CE Compliance

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1 2 kW Radar Installation Manual

1.1 FCC Statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a normal installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.

A shielded cable must be used when connecting a peripheral to the serial ports.

1.2 Industry Canada

Operation is subject to the following two conditions (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Refer also to the system specifications section.

1.3 CE Compliance

Hereby, Navico New Zealand, declares that this Radar Processor is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

1.4 Intro: Disclaimer

As Navico is continuously improving this product we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance.

It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducers in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices.

NAVICO HOLDING AS. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.

Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other information relating to the product (Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from, another language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation will be the official version of the Documentation.

This manual represents the product as at the time of printing. Navico Holding AS. and its subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice.

Copyright © 2007 Navico Holding AS.

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Contents KW Radar Industry Canada KW Radar Installation ManualFCC Statement CE ComplianceWarranty Feedback from youContents Connect Northstar 6000i MaintenanceConnect Simrad NX40 / NX45, Northstar M84 / M121 Connect to Lowrance Displays13 2 kW radar system specifications Serial Connectivity PrefaceEthernet Connectivity Please Read Carefully Before USEPage Branding information Introduction to the Navico radar systemBrand Display heads that support the Navico radar system 2 kw Radar overview Serial Connectivity Install the radar Choose the scanner location Dont do thisPower boat installations Scanner model Value half the -3 dB beam Width Yacht installationsHow to find the optimum height for the scanner 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 checklistEthernet Cables Simrad GB40 and Northstar Connect Simrad GB40 or NorthstarParts needed to connect radar to a GB40 or 8000i system Ethernet Crossover cableAT10-HD Optional parts to connect GB40 onlyOptional parts to connect GB40 Simrad GB40 connection using SimNet heading Northstar 8000i / Simrad GB 40 using Nmea 0183 heading Key Part Description NumberPage Pin Function Commision the radar using a GB40 or¾ tarting up Radar ¾ To enter Radar setup options ¾ Set Radar Range offset trigger Delay¾ Select OK to confirm the new setting ¾ To correctRadar Power on Action Radar informationRadar connection kit AA002461 Quanti Part name Connect Simrad NX40 / NX45, Northstar M84 / M121Parts needed Connect the 2 kW radar processor to an M84 or M121 Display NOR¾ Park position Set up the radar with the Northstar M84 or M121¾ To enable the radar functionality ¾ Zero bearing¾ Antenna height Serial comms extension cables + adaptor Quanti Part name Connect Northstar 6000iParts needed to connct to a Northstar 6000i Connect the 2 kW radar processor to a 6000i or 6100i display Nmea AUXPage Nmea 1 in a Remote Power OUT ShieldPower Nmea 1 in BPage ¾ Power on Option Before you turn on the radar for the first time ¾ Turn on the radar as follows¾ Turn the radar off Turn the radar onConfigure the navigator communications Adjust the appearance settingsCalibrating the radar Disable the heading sensor inputHeading sensor requirements Prepare for calibrationSet the STC Curve Set the trigger delayTune the radar ¾ To select a different curvePress Page 2, Page 3, Page 4, and Install Set the heading calibration heading sensor installedPress Page 3, Page 4, and Install Restore the factory appearance settings Set the heading calibration heading sensor not installedRestore all the factory settings Press Sea Clutter Manual tuning procedure for the 6000i or 6100i system¾ Next, set the scale to 1/8 nautical miles as follows RIM300 Radar Interface Module Quantit Part name Connect to Lowrance DisplaysParts needed to connect to Lowrance displays 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 Scanner maintenance MaintenanceGeneral maintenance Other maintenance items Radar is not operating correctly Technical support, service and repairsTroubleshoot the radar If the scanner fails to turnConfirm the equipment installed How to reduce noise and interferenceMake sure the power is present and correctly wired Are range rings displayed? Make Model Serial Number Software VersionDC input To 15.6 V DC DC 12 V system only 13 2 kW radar system specificationsKW scanner KW Radar processor specifications NS-RDR-1021MD