Pathfinder Radar Scanners Owner’s Handbook Document number: 81154_7 Date: 1st March 2004
i Pathfinder Radar Scanners Pathfinder Radar Scanners Owners Handbook March 2004 Intended Use The scanner units detailed in this handbook form part of navigational radar systems intended for light marine use. These radar systems are only an aid to navigation. WARNING: The 4D radome scanner connected to an SL70, SL70 PLUS or SL70RC PLUS 7" LCD display unit DOES NOT conform to the EU directive 95/ 5/EC, therefore such a system cannot be installed on a vessel within the EU.
ii Pathfinder Radar Scanners NRPB, Board Statement on Restrictions on Human Exposure to Static and Time Varying Electromagnetic Fields and Radiation, Doc NRPB, No. 5 (1993). 3. Navigation Aid. This radar unit is only an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects, environmental conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the user’s responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgements.
iii Pathfinder Radar Scanners Preface This handbook describes the following Raymarine Pathfinder radar scanners: 2D 4D 5S 7S 9S 11S 18" 24" 48" 72" 48" 72" 2 kW Radome Scanner 4 kW Radome Scanner 4 kW Open Array Scanner 4 kW Open Array Scanner 10 kW Open Array Scanner 10 kW Open Array Scanner These scanner units may be connected to any HSB/hsb2 or C-Series display unit. In addition, the 2D radome scanner unit may be connected to an SL70, SL70 PLUS or SL70RC PLUS 7" LCD display.
iv Pathfinder Radar Scanners The software version can be confirmed by switching-on the display and checking the version number during the magnetron warm-up sequence. Note: If a scanner unit is not connected the version number is only displayed for 10 sec- onds. Where, necessary Software Upgrade Kits are available from your dealer, distributor or from Raymarine. We recommend that where a repeater display is fitted, both the repeater and the master display are upgraded.
Certificate No. RT031 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Certificate No. RT031 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 2D – 2kW, 18" Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below.
Certificate No. RT032 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Certificate No. RT032 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 4D – 4kW, 24" Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below.
Certificate No. RT033 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Certificate No. RT033 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following units are combined with the 4kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational Raytheon or Raymarine radar systems given below.
Certificate No. RT035 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Certificate No. RT035 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following units are combined with the 10kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational Raymarine radar systems given below.
Certificate No. RT038 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Certificate No. RT038 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment * The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 2D – 2kW, 18" Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems.
Certificate No. RT039 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Certificate No. RT039 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 4D – 4kW, 24" Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD /Chart Display Unit, 8" Colour LCD/Chart Display Unit, 12" Colour LCD/Chart Sheet 2 of 2 Designation C70 C80 C120 Part No.
Certificate No. RT040 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Certificate No. RT040 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 4kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD /Chart Display Unit, 8" Colour LCD/Chart Display Unit, 12" Colour LCD/Chart Designation C70 C80 C120 Part No.
Certificate No. RT041 We Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth Hampshire England P03 5TD declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Certificate No. RT041 Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 10kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD /Chart Display Unit, 8" Colour LCD/Chart Display Unit, 12" Colour LCD/Chart Designation C70 C80 C120 Part No.
xxi CONTENTS Preface ................................................................................................................... iii Display Software Version ............................................................. iii C-Series Display Compatibility .................................................... iv Warranty ........................................................................................................ iv EMC Conformance ...........................................................
xxii Pathfinder Radar Scanners Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance .................................39 EMC Conformance ............................................................................39 3.1 System Checks and Alignment .............................................................39 System check ....................................................................................39 Set up, alignment and timing checks .................................................
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1 CONTENTS Preface ............................................................................................................................. iii Display Software Version ............................................................................. iii C-Series Display Compatibility ..................................................................... iv Warranty ...................................................................................................................................
2 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 2.3 System Connections .........................................................................................35 Cable details .....................................................................................................37 Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance ............................................39 EMC Conformance ...........................................................................................39 3.1 System Checks and Alignment ........
1 Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 Introduction This handbook provides instructions to assist you in the installation and set up of the following radar scanners: 2D 4D 5S 7S 9S 11S 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner 24" 4 kW Radome Scanner 48" 4 kW Open Array Scanner 72" 4 kW Open Array Scanner 48" 10 kW Open Array Scanner 72" 10 kW Open Array Scanner These scanner units may be connected to any HSB/hsb2 or C-Series display unit.
2 Pathfinder Radar Scanners CAUTION: Do not use an open array scanner with an SL70, SL70 PLUS or SL70RC PLUS 7" LCD display unit. Failure to observe this may result in permanent damage to these display units. The 10 kW open array scanner requires 24 V or higher; it will not operate on 12 V systems. This handbook is divided into three chapters as follows: Chapter One provides information to help you plan the scanner installation.
3 • The equipment is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V (20 V for 10 kW open array scanners) in the power supply to our products, and starter motor transients, can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage the equipment, but may cause the loss of some information and may change the operating mode. • Raymarine specified cables are used at all times.
4 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Table 1-1: Radome scanners Part No. Supplied with: Option for: M92650-S - - M92652-S - - Inter-unit cable 15 m heavy Inter-unit cable 25 m heavy Inter-unit cable 15 m light Inter-unit cable 10 m light M92668 M92669 M92720 M92692 4D 2D - Both 2D Extension cable 5 m Extension cable 10 m M92699 M92700 - Both Both Mast Mount 18" Scanner Mast Mount 24" Scanner M92722 M92698 - 2D 4D Radome mounting interface plate M92731 - 2D Item Part No.
5 1.3 Selecting the scanner unit site This section provides information that affects the possible locations of the scanner, and its position relative to the display unit and to the power supply. The dimensions of the each scanner unit are shown in the following diagrams.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners 227 mm (8.9 in) 6 Rear 302.5 mm (11.9 in) 151.25 mm (5.95 in) 116.5 mm (4.6 in) Rear 233 mm (9.2 in) 468 mm (18.4 in) dia. Weight: 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs) Compass safe distance: 1 m (33 in) 18" Radome Scanner D3224_4 227 mm (8.9 in) 141.5 mm (5.6 in) Rear 402 mm (15.8 in) 185.15 mm (7.3 in) 116.5 mm (4.6 in) Rear 233 mm (9.2 in) 599 mm (23.6 in) dia. Weight: 7.5 kg (16.5lbs) Compass Safe Distance: 1m (33") 141.5 mm (5.
7 Open Array Scanners 48"- 1306 mm (51.4 in), 72"- 1928 mm (75.9 in) Centre of rotation 406 mm (16 in) Centre of rotation 100 mm (4 in) 427 mm (16.8 in) Weight Pedestal: 24 kg (53.0 lb) 48" Open Array: 6 kg (13.2 lb) 72" Open Array: 9.4 kg (20.7 lb) Compass Safe Distance: 1 m (33 in) Minimum clearance height 510 mm (20.1 in) 150 mm (6 in) 70 mm (2.75 in) 140 mm (5.5 in) 296 mm (11.65 in) Minimum clearance 630 mm (24.
8 Pathfinder Radar Scanners • Access: The scanner unit site should be easily accessible to allow maintenance to be carried out safely. • Magnetic compass: Mount the scanner unit at least 1 m away from a magnetic compass. • Cable run: The maximum length of cable between the display unit and the scanner unit should not normally exceed 20 m (60 ft) for radome scanners, or 15 m (45 ft) for open array scanners. If you need to use a longer cable power cable lengths must be considered, refer to Section 1.
9 • Mounting Platform: The platform must be mechanically secure and capable of supporting the mass and inertia of the open array scanner. The complete unit weighs: 48" scanner - 30 kg (66.2 lb); 72" scanner - 33.4 kg (73.7 lb). • The site must be clear of ropes and moving rigging. • Sufficient clearance must be allowed to fully open the open array pedestal for maintenance. Mounting surface: sailboats The scanner unit can be installed on a mast platform, an arch, or a bridge structure.
10 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Setting the radiation plane The scanner unit should be mounted so that the array rotates parallel to the waterline. The radar beam is approximately 25° wide in the vertical direction, providing good target detection during the vessel’s pitching and rolling. 12.5˚ 12.5˚ Waterline Ideal Radiation Plane D3223-2 Planing hull vessels, and some displacement hull vessels, adopt a higher bow angle when the vessel is at its cruising speed.
11 1.4 Cable Requirements This section provides details on selecting the appropriate cables for your system. Permissible cable lengths depend on the scanner type and the boat’s power system. Information on inter-unit and power cables is provided for both radome and open array scanners in the following sections. You need to consider the following before installing the cables: • You need to connect the scanner to the display unit and to power.
12 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Radome inter-unit cable for use with Pathfinder and C Series displays To display or extension (power supplied via display unit) To Radome Scanner Open array inter-unit cable for use with Pathfinder displays To display or extension (power supplied via display unit) Split pedestal cable for use with new open array scanner and C-Series display To Open Array Scanner To Open Array Scanner To display To power Adaptor cable for use with existing open array scanner and C Serie
13 Running the cable to the scanner CAUTION: Do not pull the cable through bulkheads using a cord attached to the connector. This could damage the connections. The cable entrance is at the rear of the scanner unit. If the unit is mounted on a hollow mast the cable may be run inside the mast and then fed through the radar’s cable entrance. Make sure that the cable does not chafe where it enters and exits the mast.
14 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Radome scanner cables Inter-unit cable The radome inter-unit cable is fitted with an 8-way plug and power cores (covered by a clear protective sleeve) for connecting to the scanner. The length of the supplied cable should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels.
15 Power cable The radome radar systems are intended for use on ships’ DC power systems operating in the range 10.7 to 32 V DC (that is, 12 V and 24 V systems; not 32 V systems). A 1.5 m (5 ft) power cable is supplied (with the display unit) for connecting the ship’s DC power to the radar scanner via the display unit. Refer to the Display Unit Owner’s Handbook for details on connecting this cable. This section provides details for extending the length of the power cable.
16 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Table 1-4: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems 18" Radome Scanner Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core (each core) mm2: 1.5 AWG: 16 2.0 15 2.5 14 4.0 11 6.0 10 10.0 7 10 m Light 5.0 7.0 9.0 14.0 20.0 35.0 10 m Light + 5 m ext 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.5 7.0 12.0 10 m Light + 10 m ext Do NOT extend the power cable 15 m Light 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.5 7.0 12.0 15 m Heavy 7.0 10.0 13.0 20.0 30.0 50.0 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext 5.0 7.0 10.0 15.0 25.
17 Open array scanner cables for Pathfinder displays Inter-unit cable The Pathfinder display inter-unit cables have a connector plug at one end for connecting to the display unit or extension cable; the other end is prepared ready to fit to the power and signal connectors (see Section 2.2). Heavy duty cables are available in 15 m and 25 m lengths which should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels.
18 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 24 V and 32 V Systems - 10kW scanners 10 kW open array scanners can use any combination of inter-unit cable up to a maximum length of 35 m. However, these systems use considerable power and installations should be planned to minimize all cable lengths. Refer to the tables on page 1-19, Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m) - 10 kW Scanner.
19 Table 1-7: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems 4 kW scanners Power Cable Core Size (each core) mm2: 4.0 AWG: 11 4 kW Scanners <3.0 6.0 10 8.0 8 10.0 7 4.5 6.0 7.5 Note: If the required extension results in unacceptably large diameter cables, use two or more smaller gauge wires to achieve the required copper wire cross-section. For example, using two pairs of 2 mm2 is equivalent to using two single 4.0 mm2 cables.
20 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Table 1-9: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24 V Systems 10 kW Scanners Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core (each core) mm2: 1.5 AWG: 16 2.0 15 2.5 14 4.0 11 5 m Heavy 12.0 16.0 20.0 32.0 10 m Heavy 10.5 14.0 18.0 28.0 15 m Heavy 9.0 12.0 16.0 24.0 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext 7.5 10.0 13.0 20.0 15 m Heavy + 10 m ext 6.0 8.0 10.0 16.0 25 m Heavy 6.0 8.0 10.0 16.0 25 m Heavy + 5 m ext 4.5 6.0 8.0 12.0 25 m Heavy + 10 m ext. 3.0 4.0 5.
21 Open array scanner cables for C-series displays A split pedestal cable is required to connect a compatible open array scanner to the display unit and to the power source. If you are connecting an existing compatible scanner to a C-Series display a pedestal adaptor cable can be used instead of the split pedestal cable. CAUTION: Do not extend the split pedestal or pedestal adaptor cable. Split pedestal cable The split pedestal cable combines the inter-unit and power cores, divided by a Y junction.
22 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Grounding the radar system It is important that an effective RF ground is connected to the radar system. You must ground the radar by connecting the drain wire (screen) of the power cable to the nearest ground point of the ship’s RF ground system. Refer to your display unit Owner’s Handbook for details. If you need to extend the wire, the extension wire should be an 8 mm braid or AWG 10 (6.0 mm2) multi-stranded cable.
23 Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 2.1 Radome scanner Securing the radome scanner to the mounting surface CAUTION: The drain tube must always be used, but may be shortened if necessary 1. Using the paper template supplied with the scanner mounting kit, mark the flat mounting surface with the mounting holes and drain tube hole, and drill the holes as indicated on the template.
24 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Scanner base Bitumen washer Mounting bracket or mounting surface Greased mounting bolt D3995-3 You may need to use longer M8 mounting bolts to secure the scanner if you have used shims to lower the radar beam. Connecting the radome scanner inter-unit cable CAUTION: Before wiring the scanner unit, make sure that the inter-unit cable is not connected and power is not applied to the display unit.
25 Inner cover (24" only) D4006-4 4. Remove the drain tube from inside the base of the scanner, and insert it into the drain hole as shown in the following diagram. Pull the tube gently from outside the scanner so that it clips into place. D3937-4 5. Referring to the following illustration, remove the securing nut (1) from the watertight gland (2) and grommet (3), where the inter-unit cable (4) will enter the base.
26 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 9 White wire 12 8 5 11 6 7 10 12 11 1 2 3 4 4 10 D3230-5 1 Securing nut 2 Gland 3 Grommet 4 Inter-unit cable 5 Eight-way plug 6 Eight-way socket 7 Power cores (2 or 4) 8 Terminal clamp 9 Screwdriver 10 Earthing clamp 11 Top clamp 12 Clamp screws 6. Slide the gland nut (1) and grommet (3) onto the inter-unit cable (4) and insert the cable, still covered by its protective sleeve, through the gland. 7.
27 9. Connect the red “+”and black “-” power cores (7). If you have a 10 m or light 15 m inter-unit cable, there is one pair of cores. Connect the red cable lead to one of the terminal sockets marked “+”, and the black cable lead to one of the sockets marked “-”. If you have a heavy 15 m inter-unit cable, there are two pairs of cores. Connect the red cable leads to the terminal sockets marked “+”, and the black cable leads to the terminal sockets marked “-”, with one lead in each socket.
28 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 2.2 Open array scanner Installation of the open array scanner should only be undertaken by a competent installer. If you have any difficulty with the installation, please contact your local Raymarine dealer or distributor. The open array scanner is supplied in two sections; the pedestal unit and the antenna. The pedestal unit is secured from below the mounting platform. The open array is then secured to the pedestal. Full details for mounting the scanner are given below.
29 Securing the pedestal to the mounting platform 1. Using the paper template supplied with the scanner mounting kit, mark the flat mounting surface with the holes and drill as indicated on the template. Refer to Section 1.2 when selecting the scanner unit site. 2. Stick the four self-adhesive bitumen washers over the mounting holes. 3. Ensure the lifting eyes are securely fitted to the top of the pedestal, and the yellow protective cap is in place.
30 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Pedestal Lifting eye IMPORTANT Bitumen washer, MUST be sticky side down on mounting platform Mounting platform 32 mm max. M10 stud length = 52 mm plus platform depth M10 plain washer M10 spring washer M10 nut D4573-4 Connecting the open array scanner cable CAUTION: Before wiring the scanner unit check that it is securely mounted to the platform, then make sure that the inter-unit cable is not connected and power is not applied to the display unit.
31 5. Ensure the exposed braid is positioned in they p-clip to provide an earth, then clamp securely into position. Secure the cable at the entrance to pedestal base using the plastic cable clamp. Hand tighten the cable gland nut. . D4575-3 6. The cable is supplied prepared and ready to fit to the signal and power connectors. If you need to cut the cable to length, strip off the protective outer sleeve then use the supplied kit to prepare the cable as detailed in the following illustration.
32 Pathfinder Radar Scanners CAUTION: If any of the wires are incorrectly fitted, the scanner will not function correctly. 1. Preparation of Wires 1. Remove the protective sleeve to a length of 535 mm ± 10 mm. 2. Using wire cutters, carefully remove the earthing braid to a length of 500 mm ± 10 mm. 3. Prepare co-axial wire as shown.
33 8. Connect the red core(s) to the terminal socket marked “+”and the black core(s) to the terminal socket marked “-”. The terminal clamps are operated using a screwdriver as shown in the inset diagram. Signal connector Grey Purple Blue Green Yellow Orange Coaxial Screen (Black) Coaxial Inner (White) 1 2 D6276-1 9. Using the tie-wrap fitting on the pedestal lid, secure the cable. CAUTION: Do not grease the seal in the pedestal lid. 10. Check the seal in the pedestal lid is correctly seated.
34 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Fitting the open array to the pedestal CAUTION: The pedestal unit has a cap fitted over the open array mounting shaft to protect the protuding co-axial pin. This cap must be left in place until the open array is fitted to the pedestal. 1. Remove the cap from the open array shaft. Retain the cap, it will be required if the open array is removed from the pedestal. 2. Grease the four securing studs with Denso paste (supplied).
35 2.3 System Connections CAUTION: The display connector on the scanner cable is a moulded plug that cannot be replaced. DO NOT remove this moulded plug. Do not use an open array scanner with an SL70, SL70 PLUS or SL70RC PLUS 7" LCD display unit. Failure to observe this may result in permanent damage to the display unit. 10 kW open array scanners cannot be directly connected to 12 V systems.
36 Pathfinder Radar Scanners The open array scanner has a power switch fitted to the pedestal. This switch can normally be left ON. However, if the scanner is being serviced or if any personnel are in the vicinity of the open array, the switch should be set to OFF.
37 Cable details The following diagrams - one for the inter-unit cable, one for the split pedestal and adaptor cable - illustrate the connector pins and cable core details.
38 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Split Pedestal and Adaptor Cables Display Connector Open Array Connector 1 2 5 3 4 8 6 7 11 9 13 10 12 Display connections Video 1 Video RTN 2 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Scanner connections White White Black Black Orange Not connected 3 Tx Trigger + 4 Orange Yellow Green Not connected 5 Data I/O + Tx Trigger -- 6 7 8 Green Blue Yellow Purple Shield Grey 8 Video 7 Video Rtn 6 Tx Trigger + 5 Tx Trigger -4 Data I/O + 3 Data I/O -2 Azimuth + 1 Azimuth -- Not
39 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.
40 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Checking transmission WARNING: The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy. Ensure that the scanner has been installed according to the recommendations given in Chapter 1, and that all personnel are clear of the scanner, before switching to transmit mode. Run through the radar operations described in the display unit Owner’s Handbook and check that all the expected data is displayed.
41 3.2 Maintenance Warnings The display unit and scanner unit contain high voltage. Adjustments require specialized service procedures and tools only available to qualified service technicians - there are no user serviceable parts or adjustments and the operator should not attempt to service the equipment. The operator should not remove the rear cover of the display or any internal covers in the scanner.
42 Pathfinder Radar Scanners • Always report any EMC-related problem to your nearest Raymarine dealer. We use such information to improve our quality standards. • In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the equipment from being affected by external influences. In general this will not damage the equipment but it can lead to spurious resetting action, or momentarily may result in faulty operation. 3.
43 Technical Support: Please visit out website at: www.raymarine.com/recreational/support where you will find a Questions & Answers database, service information and email access to the Technical Support department. Alternatively, if you don’t have access to the world wide web, call: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2444 or (603) 881-5200 extension 2444 Our Technical Support Specialists are available to answer questions about installing, operating and trouble-shooting all Raymarine products.
44 Pathfinder Radar Scanners For Product Repair and Service In the unlikely event your Raymarine unit should develop a problem, please contact your authorized Raymarine dealer for assistance. The dealer is best equipped to handle your service requirements and can offer time saving help in getting the equipment back into normal operation.
45 If you are uncertain about what item to choose for your Raymarine unit, please contact our Customer Services Department prior to placing your order. Worldwide Support Please contact the authorized distributor in the country. A list of worldwide distributors is supplied with your system.
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47 Appendix A: Specification 2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to 1999/5/EC, EN60945 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Φ468 x 227 mm (18.4 x 8.9 in) Weight 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs) Input Voltage 8.
48 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Antenna Antenna Type Patch array Beam Width (nominal) 5.2° horizontal, 25° vertical Polarization Horizontal Antenna Side lobes Less than -22 dB Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.
49 4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Φ599 x 227 mm (23.6 x 8.9 in) Weight 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs) Input Voltage 8.
50 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Antenna Antenna Type Patch array Beam Width (nominal) 3.9° horizontal, 25° vertical Polarization Horizontal Antenna Side lobes Less than -22dB Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.
51 5S and 9S 48" Open Array Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Pedestal: Array: 427 x 296 x 406 mm (16.8 x 10.5 x 16 in) 1306 mm (51.4 in) length Weight Pedestal: Array: 24 kg (53.0 lb) 6 kg (13.
52 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 9S Transmitter - 10 kW Input Voltage 16 - 44 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 11 W Standby 80 W Typical operation in light winds 95 W Max. operation in 50 Kt winds 140 W Max.
53 Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz Note: If the scanner is bought for use with an existing display, contact your dealer/service agent for the latest display software to ensure you can use all the open array scanner features.
54 Pathfinder Radar Scanners 7S and 11S 72" Open Array Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to FCC - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Pedestal: Array: 427 x 296 x 406 mm (16.8 x 10.5 x 16 in) 1918 mm (75.5 in) length Weight Pedestal: Array: 24 kg (53.0 lb) 9.4 kg (20.
55 11S Transmitter - 10 kW Input Voltage 20 - 44 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 11 W Standby 80 W Typical operation in light winds 117 W Max. operation in 50 Kt winds 179 W Max. operation in 100 Kt windS Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/– 30 MHz Peak Power Output 10 kW (nominal) Transmitter Solid state modulator driving magnetron Pulse Length/PRF Normal Range (nm) Pulse Length PRF (µS) (Hz) Expanded Bandwidth (MHz) Pulse Length PRF (µS) (Hz) Bandwidth (MHz) 0.125 0.065 3000 12 0.
56 Pathfinder Radar Scanners Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz Note: If the scanner is bought for use with an existing display, contact your dealer/service agent for the latest display software to ensure you can use all the open array scanner features.
Index Index A 57 G Grounding the System 22 H B Help from Raymarine Europe 44 US 43 Worldwide 45 High Voltage i Bearing Alignment 40 I C Inter-unit Cable 4 Open Array 17, 31 Radome 14, 24 Alignment Bearing 40 Position of 72" Open Array Scanner 40 Cable Requirements 11 Cable Runs 13 Cables 17 Extension 4 Open Array 17, 19, 20 Radome 14, 16, 18 Inter-unit 4 Open Array 17, 31 Radome 14, 24 Open Array with C-Series 21 Open Array with Pathfinder 17 Part Numbers 4 Pedestal Adaptor 4, 21 Power Open Array
58 R Radar System Grounding 22 Typical System Diagram 1 Radome Scanner 18" iii, 1, 47 24" iii, 1, 49 Connections 24 Mounting 23 Rejoining Cables 13 Routine Checks 41 S Safety - and Servicing 41 Electromagnetic Energy i High Voltage i Navigation Aid ii Scanner i Location 5 Mounting on Power Boats 9 on Sailboats 9 Scanner - See also Open Array Scanner, Radome Scanner i Servicing and Safety 41 Set Up 39 Specification 18" Radome Scanner 47 24" Radome Scanner 49 48" Open Array Scanner 51 72" Open Array Scanner
25 Limited Warranty Certificate In order to ensure that the equipment continues to operate efficiently and reliably, we recommend that before using the product, the customer carefully read the Owner’s handbook and follow the advice on the safe and correct operation and use of the product. We recommend that Raymarine equipment, be installed by an approved Raymarine installer. Warranty Registration Please register your warranty on-line at www.raymarine.com to ensure smooth warranty processing. 1.
26 Limited Warranty Certificate (b) A warranty card completed by the seller of the product containing the information required in (a) above. In cases where the customer is making a warranty claim on a Raymarine product under this warranty, and where the product has been installed by a Raymarine certified installer, (boat-builder, installer dealer etc.) i.e.
27 This warranty does not cover any differences in material, coloring or size between those alluded to in corporate advertising, literature or published on the Internet, which is not specifically objected to at the time of delivery. Travel costs other than those qualifying for on-board warranty (up to a maximum of 100 auto miles, tolls and two (2) hours travel time), are specifically excluded from the warranty and shall be the responsibility of the customer.
28 Limited Warranty Certificate Factory Service Centers United States of America UK, Europe, Middle East, Far East Raymarine Inc 22 Cotton Road, Unit D, Nashua, NH03063-4219, USA Raymarine Ltd Anchorage Park, Portsmouth PO3 5TD, England Telephone: +1 603 881 5200 Fax: +1 603 864 4756 www.raymarine.com Telephone: +44 (0) 23 9269 3611 Fax: + 44 (0) 23 9269 4642 www.raymarine.com Sales & Order Services Telephone: + 1 800 539 5539 Ext.
