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Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and
Maintenance
Once you have installed your radar scanner and display unit, and made all the connections, you need to check your installation. You can then set up the radar system, align the scanner and check the display timing. In addition, for a 72" open array scanner you need to set the antenna size to ensure the scanner rests in the correct position when rotation stops.
Set up, alignment and timing checks are performed from the radar system display unit. The procedures are outlined below; full details are provided in the display unit Owner’s Handbook. You should read the Pathfinder radar display unit Owner’s Handbook and familiarise yourself with the operation of the radar.
EMC Conformance
Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that it is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting etc.
3.1 System Checks and Alignment
System check
Before performing the functional test, check the following:
•All securing bolts are fully tightened and mechanical locking arrangements as specified are in place
•All connections have been made
•All connecting wires are secured and protected as necessary
Note: If you are the boat owner and have performed the installation yourself, ask your authorised installation dealer to check the installa- tion before going to sea.
Set up, alignment and timing checks
Switch on and initial set up
On the open array scanner, ensure the power switch on the pedestal is set to ON.
To switch on the display unit, press and hold the POWER key until the unit beeps. The magnetron
