Standard Horizon MDS-9, MDS-10-5, MDS-10-4 manual MDS-8 Antenna Unit, Radar MDS-8

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3.1MDS-8

3.1.0Antenna Unit

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Power supply

 

: 10.8 to 41.6 VDC

·

Power consumption

 

: 30W or less

·

Preheat times

 

: 90 sec

·

Aerial

 

: Radome 1.5 Feet

·

Peak power output

 

: 2kW

·

Transmitting frequency

 

: 9445+/-30MHz

·

Beam width (degree)

Horizontal : 4.7°

·

 

Vertical

: 25°

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Sidelobes Within +/-10°

 

: <=-20dB

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Rotation

 

: 30rpm

·

Pulse Length (μsec)/PRF (Hz)

S

: 0.1/2200

·

 

M, M1

: 0.3/1100

·

 

L, M2

: 0.8/550

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IF center frequency

 

: 60MHz (Linear amplifier)

·

IF bandwidth

S

: 6MHz

·

 

M, M1

: 6MHz

·

 

L, M2

: 3MHz

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Noise figure

 

: 10dB nominal

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Operating Temperature

 

: -25°C ~ +55°C

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Operation in wind (relative)

 

: 100 knots

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Water Resistance

 

: IPX6 (IEC60529)

·

Preheat times output (by 5 sec step)

: 85 sec to 5 sec

3.1.1Dimensions and Mounting

Figure 3.1.1 - Radar MDS-8 (I)

Radar Installation Manual

 

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Contents MDS-10-4/MDS-10-5 SI-TEX RadarCode Issue a 170108e High Voltage Warning Microwave Radiation Hazard Safety PrecautionsMagnetron Preheating Table of Contents Index General Information IntroductionConventions Used IntroductionOptions Replacement PartsProduct Support Inquiries Packing List Cable InstallationInstallation Considerations Prepare the Radar for InstallationElectrical and Data Connections Installation ProcedureAntenna Cable Connection ProcedureTerminal C Radar Junction BOX ConnectionsOpen Array Connections Radar Antenna ConnectionsDome Connections 0 CP180 & CP180i Connections Chart Plotter Connections and SET UPPort Setup 1 CP300 & CP300i Connections 1 CP300 & CP300i ConnectionsACC Cable 2 CPV350 ConnectionsACC 1 Cable 3 CP500 ConnectionsCable 4 CPV550 ConnectionsBacking up Marks and Routes Chart Plotters Software UpdateInstalling Software Radar Installation Manual MDS-1 Antenna Unit Technical SpecificationsFeatures MDS-1 MDS-8 MDS-9 MDS-10-4/MDS-10-5 1 Radar MDS-1 Dimensions and Mounting1 Radar MDS-8 MDS-8 Antenna Unit1a Radar MDS-8 MDS-9 Antenna Unit1 Radar MDS-9 MDS-10-4/MDS-10-5 Antenna Unit Weight 21.2 Kg 47lb 4 feet Weight 21.9 Kg 49lb 5 feet Radar Installation Manual Side Lobe GeneralAntenna Shadow zones of radar Characteristics of Radar WaveTargets difficult to display on screen Multiple echoes False echoesGhost echoes Radar interference False echoes caused by side lobeDistant False echoes caused by duct phenomenon Or eliminate the interference Radar Installation Manual Obtaining sufficient dip angle More Installation ConsiderationsShifting from keel line Figure B.1 Installing scanner unit Installing Scanner Unit24, 25, 27 IndexPlease Note

MDS-9, MDS-8, MDS-10-5, MDS-10-4, MDS-1 specifications

Standard Horizon's MDS series of marine radios is widely recognized for its reliable performance and advanced features, catering to the needs of boaters and mariners around the world. Let's delve into the main features, technologies, and characteristics of the MDS-1, MDS-10-4, MDS-10-5, MDS-8, and MDS-9 models.

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