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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Simrad MN000802A-G manual Install the radar