Simrad MN000802A-G manual Introduction to the Navico radar system, Branding information

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3 Introduction to the Navico radar system

The Navico radar system platform is designed to work with many types and models of display heads that belong to brands under the Navico house of brands

The radar systems consist of a scanner, processor and connection cables. Scanner models are available with power outputs of 2 kW, 4 kW, 6 kW, 10 kW and 25 kW to suit different customer requirements. Each scanner model has a corresponding radar processor module.

Note 10 kW and 25 kW scanners are not compatible with the Simrad NX40 , NX45, Northstar M84 or M121).

Branding information

Brand

Display heads that support the Navico radar system

Simrad GB40 network system Simrad NX 40/NX45

To ensure that scanners have the correct brand decal please ensure that scanner part numbers to end in SIM, for Simrad branding

e.g AA010024SIM

Northstar 8000i network system Northstar M84

Northstar M121

To ensure that scanners have the correct brand decal please ensure that scanner part numbers to end in NOR, for Northstar branding

e.g AA010024NOR

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Contents KW Radar FCC Statement KW Radar Installation ManualIndustry Canada CE ComplianceFeedback from you WarrantyContents Connect Simrad NX40 / NX45, Northstar M84 / M121 MaintenanceConnect Northstar 6000i Connect to Lowrance Displays13 2 kW radar system specifications Ethernet Connectivity PrefaceSerial 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 Dont do this Choose the scanner locationPower 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 2 kW scanner dimensions How to reduce false echoes and shadow zonesInstall the 2 kW scanner unit Install a scanner on a trestleInstall 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 Only Connect the power cableRadar system checklist Connect the ground wireParts needed to connect radar to a GB40 or 8000i system Connect Simrad GB40 or NorthstarEthernet 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 Key Part Description Number Northstar 8000i / Simrad GB 40 using Nmea 0183 headingPage Commision the radar using a GB40 or ¾ tarting up RadarPin Function ¾ Select OK to confirm the new setting ¾ Set Radar Range offset trigger Delay¾ To enter Radar setup options ¾ To correctRadar information Radar Power on ActionConnect Simrad NX40 / NX45, Northstar M84 / M121 Parts neededRadar connection kit AA002461 Quanti Part name NOR Connect the 2 kW radar processor to an M84 or M121 Display¾ To enable the radar functionality Set up the radar with the Northstar M84 or M121¾ 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 AUX NmeaPage Power Remote Power OUT ShieldNmea 1 in a Nmea 1 in BPage ¾ Power on Option ¾ Turn the radar off ¾ Turn on the radar as followsBefore you turn on the radar for the first time Turn the radar onAdjust the appearance settings Configure the navigator communicationsHeading sensor requirements Disable the heading sensor inputCalibrating the radar Prepare for calibrationTune the radar Set the trigger delaySet 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 Parts needed to connect to Lowrance displays 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 ¾ Trigger Delay Preparation Radar SetupMain Bang Suppression Trigger DelayAdjust Main Bang Suppression Before heading line adjustment After heading line adjustment Maintenance General maintenanceScanner maintenance Other maintenance items Troubleshoot the radar Technical support, service and repairsRadar 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 Make Model Serial Number Software Version Are range rings displayed?13 2 kW radar system specifications KW scannerDC input To 15.6 V DC DC 12 V system only NS-RDR-1021MD KW Radar processor specifications