SECTION 3
INSTALLATION
This section provides practical guidelines to assist in the planning and installation of the RADAR 3000 aboard your vessel.
3.1
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Use care when unpacking the RADAR 3000 radar from the shipping carton to prevent damage to the contents. It is also good practice to save the carton and the interior packing material until the radar has been satisfactorily installed on the vessel. The original packing material should be used in the unlikely event that it is necessary to return the unit for service.
3.2
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION
The layout for installing the RADAR 3000 should be planned to give the best operation and service aboard your particular vessel. In general, the scanner unit should be mounted as high as possible above the waterline. The display unit should be installed in a convenient viewing position near the helm. Keep in mind the optimum viewing angle when installing the display. You may want to apply power in advance of installing the unit as that you can determine a satisfactory viewing angle.
A 10 meter length of interunit cable is furnished for interconnecting the two main units (scanner and display). This length of interunit cable should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels. It is recommended that the maximum length of interunit cable not exceed 20 meters.
A general system diagram for the RADAR 3000 is shown on the following page.
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SECTION 3
INSTALLATION
This section provides practical guidelines to assist in the planning and installation of the RADAR 3000 aboard your vessel.
3.1
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Use care when unpacking the RADAR 3000 radar from the shipping carton to prevent damage to the contents. It is also good practice to save the carton and the interior packing material until the radar has been satisfactorily installed on the vessel. The original packing material should be used in the unlikely event that it is necessary to return the unit for service.
3.2
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION
The layout for installing the RADAR 3000 should be planned to give the best operation and service aboard your particular vessel. In general, the scanner unit should be mounted as high as possible above the waterline. The display unit should be installed in a convenient viewing position near the helm. Keep in mind the optimum viewing angle when installing the display. You may want to apply power in advance of installing the unit as that you can determine a satisfactory viewing angle.
A 10 meter length of interunit cable is furnished for interconnecting the two main units (scanner and display). This length of interunit cable should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels. It is recommended that the maximum length of interunit cable not exceed 20 meters.
A general system diagram for the RADAR 3000 is shown on the following page.
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FIG. 3-1 GENERAL SYSTEM DIAGRAM
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FIG. 3-1 GENERAL SYSTEM DIAGRAM
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3.3
MOUNTING THE DISPLAY UNIT
When planning the installation for your display unit, the following conditions should be considered to ensure dependable and trouble free operation.
1) The mounting location should be easily accessible to allow operation of the front panel controls.
2) There should be adequate ventilation.
3) There should be sufficient space behind the display unit to allow cable connections to the rear panel connectors.
4) The display unit should be located near a DC power source.
5) The selected location should be far enough away from device that may cause interference, such as motors and generators.
6) Generally, the display unit should be located in a protected area away from prolonged direct exposure to rain and salt spray. It is good practice to protect your valuable electronic equipment as much as possible.
The display unit can be conveniently mounted on a chart table, or bulkhead mounted in a desired location. Using the outline of FIG 3-1 and 3-2 as a guide, install the display unit and secure to the mounting surface.
3.3
MOUNTING THE DISPLAY UNIT
When planning the installation for your display unit, the following conditions should be considered to ensure dependable and trouble free operation.
1) The mounting location should be easily accessible to allow operation of the front panel controls.
2) There should be adequate ventilation.
3) There should be sufficient space behind the display unit to allow cable connections to the rear panel connectors.
4) The display unit should be located near a DC power source.
5) The selected location should be far enough away from device that may cause interference, such as motors and generators.
6) Generally, the display unit should be located in a protected area away from prolonged direct exposure to rain and salt spray. It is good practice to protect your valuable electronic equipment as much as possible.
The display unit can be conveniently mounted on a chart table, or bulkhead mounted in a desired location. Using the outline of FIG 3-1 and 3-2 as a guide, install the display unit and secure to the mounting surface.
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FIG. 3-2 DISPLAY MOUNTING DIMENSIONS FIG. 3-2 DISPLAY MOUNTING DIMENSIONS
FIG. 3-3 SCANNER MOUNTING DIMENSION
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FIG. 3-3 SCANNER MOUNTING DIMENSION
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3.4
MOUNTING THE SCANNER UNIT
Selecting an adequate location for the scanner unit requires careful consideration. On many small vessels, the unit can be installed on a mast platform, on an arch, or on a bridge structure near the ship’s centerline.
The radiator beam should not be obstructed by nearby large objects. Locate the unit where large structures such as superstructures, searchlight, horns or masts are not in the same horizontal plane, otherwise, blind areas and false targets can appear on the radar screen.
Using the outline drawing of FIG 3-3 or template in the front of the manual as a guide, install the scanner unit and secure it to a solid mounting surface.
Usually the mounting surface for the scanner unit should be parallel with the ship’s waterline. Some vessels, however, may adopt a higher bow angle when the vessel is at its cruising speed. This substantially alters and raises the radar’s radiation plain. In this case nearby target detection might be poor. It may be helpful to lower the radar beam towards the parallel by shimming the radar pedestal so as to tilt the beam angle slightly downward with respect to the waterline.
3.5
CONNECTING THE SCANNER UNIT CABLE
① Route the scanner unit cable from bottom of the mounting base and connect them to connectors J1 and W1 of the CME-229 modulator printed circuit board.
② Tighten the ground terminal and securing the clamping plate with the rubber grommet.
3.4
MOUNTING THE SCANNER UNIT
Selecting an adequate location for the scanner unit requires careful consideration. On many small vessels, the unit can be installed on a mast platform, on an arch, or on a bridge structure near the ship’s centerline.
The radiator beam should not be obstructed by nearby large objects. Locate the unit where large structures such as superstructures, searchlight, horns or masts are not in the same horizontal plane, otherwise, blind areas and false targets can appear on the radar screen.
Using the outline drawing of FIG 3-3 or template in the front of the manual as a guide, install the scanner unit and secure it to a solid mounting surface.
Usually the mounting surface for the scanner unit should be parallel with the ship’s waterline. Some vessels, however, may adopt a higher bow angle when the vessel is at its cruising speed. This substantially alters and raises the radar’s radiation plain. In this case nearby target detection might be poor. It may be helpful to lower the radar beam towards the parallel by shimming the radar pedestal so as to tilt the beam angle slightly downward with respect to the waterline.
3.5
CONNECTING THE SCANNER UNIT CABLE
① Route the scanner unit cable from bottom of the mounting base and connect them to connectors J1 and W1 of the CME-229 modulator printed circuit board.
② Tighten the ground terminal and securing the clamping plate with the rubber grommet.
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W1
P1
PW1
Ground Terminal
TO CME-229
J1
Clamping Plate
Rubber Grommet
Interconnecting Cable
Cable Clamp
FIG. 3-4 SCANNER UNIT CABLE CONNECTION PROCEDURE
3.6
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
3.6.1 DC POWER CABLE
The RADAR 3000 will work with any ship’s mains within the 10.2 to 42 V range, since it contains a power regulator circuit. Connect the power cable to a
DC source. The power cable normally should be wired through the circuit breaker.
The white lead wire of the power cable should be connected to the positive source terminal and the black lead to negative source terminal. The shielded wire should be connected to the ship’s RF ground. Should the power connections be inadvertently reversed, a protective fuse will blow. Recheck the input power leads for correct polarity with a VOM and reconnect the leads observing correct polarity. Replace the fuse.
3.6.2 EXTERNAL SYSTEM INTERFACE
CAUTION
To connect with NAV-AID and/or compass, make sure pin assignment, if used same connector.
In case of different pin assignment, the RADAR 3000 or connected NAV-AID will be damaged.
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W1
P1
PW1
Ground Terminal
TO CME-229
J1
Clamping Plate
Rubber Grommet
Interconnecting Cable
Cable Clamp
FIG. 3-4 SCANNER UNIT CABLE CONNECTION PROCEDURE
3.6
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
3.6.1 DC POWER CABLE
The RADAR 3000 will work with any ship’s mains within the 10.2 to 42 V range, since it contains a power regulator circuit. Connect the power cable to a
DC source. The power cable normally should be wired through the circuit breaker.
The white lead wire of the power cable should be connected to the positive source terminal and the black lead to negative source terminal. The shielded wire should be connected to the ship’s RF ground. Should the power connections be inadvertently reversed, a protective fuse will blow. Recheck the input power leads for correct polarity with a VOM and reconnect the leads observing correct polarity. Replace the fuse.
3.6.2 EXTERNAL SYSTEM INTERFACE
CAUTION
To connect with NAV-AID and/or compass, make sure pin assignment, if used same connector.
In case of different pin assignment, the RADAR 3000 or connected NAV-AID will be damaged.
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The RADAR 3000 will interface with any NAV-AID (GPS or LORAN) and compass that has the standard NMEA0182 or NMEA0183 output. The inputs from NAV-AID will be digital data conforming to the NMEA0183 formats to drive various radar features such as waypoint mode. If more than one data type is present at the radar inputs (for example; compass and NAV-AID), a system priority has been established in the radar’s software to respond to the inputs in driving the features. The assigned priorities are set in this manner:
HEADING:
POSISION:
SPEED:
1. Compass (NMEA0183 “HSC,HDM,HDT,VHW”)
2. NAV-AID (NMEA0183 “RMC,RMA,VTG”)
1. NAV-AID (NMEA0183 “RMC,RMA,GLL,GTD”)
1. NAV-AID (NMEA0183 “RMC,RMA,VTG”)
2. Compass (NMEA0183 “VHW”)
WAYPOINT: 1. NAV-AID (NMEA0183 “RMB,BWC”)
Using the outline of FIG 3-5 as a guide, connect the RADAR 3000 to your
NAV-AID and compass.
1
2
6
3
5
4
① NAV (Data Output) NAV-AID
② NAV (Data Ground) NAV-AID
③ COMPASS (Data Output)
④ COMPASS (Data Ground)
* View show wire end of Cable Plug/Socket.
FIG. 3-5 EXTERNAL INTERFACE
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The RADAR 3000 will interface with any NAV-AID (GPS or LORAN) and compass that has the standard NMEA0182 or NMEA0183 output. The inputs from NAV-AID will be digital data conforming to the NMEA0183 formats to drive various radar features such as waypoint mode. If more than one data type is present at the radar inputs (for example; compass and NAV-AID), a system priority has been established in the radar’s software to respond to the inputs in driving the features. The assigned priorities are set in this manner:
HEADING:
POSISION:
SPEED:
1. Compass (NMEA0183 “HSC,HDM,HDT,VHW”)
2. NAV-AID (NMEA0183 “RMC,RMA,VTG”)
1. NAV-AID (NMEA0183 “RMC,RMA,GLL,GTD”)
1. NAV-AID (NMEA0183 “RMC,RMA,VTG”)
2. Compass (NMEA0183 “VHW”)
WAYPOINT: 1. NAV-AID (NMEA0183 “RMB,BWC”)
Using the outline of FIG 3-5 as a guide, connect the RADAR 3000 to your
NAV-AID and compass.
1
2
6
3
5
4
① NAV (Data Output) NAV-AID
② NAV (Data Ground) NAV-AID
③ COMPASS (Data Output)
④ COMPASS (Data Ground)
* View show wire end of Cable Plug/Socket.
FIG. 3-5 EXTERNAL INTERFACE
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FIG. 3-6 INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM
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FIG. 3-6 INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM
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3.7
INITIAL OPERATION AND CHECK OUT
3.7.1 INSPECTION AFTER THE INSTALLATION
After completing the installation and prior to energizing the equipment, it is necessary to assure that all the steps of the installation were accomplished in accordance with the instructions.
(1) The cables are not crimped or damaged.
(2) The input voltage connected accurately.
(3) The securing bolts of all equipment is tightened.
(4) The connection of the power cable shield is made properly to RF ground.
3.7.2 OPERATING INITIAL SETTING MENU
Press the JOYSTICK, and the initial setting menu will be appear on the screen.
The JOYSTICK is used to select a particular menu. The particular menu will be highlighted character, then press the JOYSTICK.
3.7.3 RELATIVE BEARING ALIGNMENT
This alignment should be made when the radar unit is installed. Failure to perform this procedure can result in incorrect target bearing readings.
Proceed as follows:
① Identify a suitable targets (e.g. buoy, etc.) preferably between 0.5 and 1 NM in range on the screen.
② Visually locate the target and line the bow of the vessel up with the target.
③ Put the EBL marker on the target.
④ Press and hold the JOYSTICK for the initial setting menu.
⑤ Select BEARING by using the JOYSTICK, press the JOYSTICK for the bearing adjustment mode.
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3.7
INITIAL OPERATION AND CHECK OUT
3.7.1 INSPECTION AFTER THE INSTALLATION
After completing the installation and prior to energizing the equipment, it is necessary to assure that all the steps of the installation were accomplished in accordance with the instructions.
(1) The cables are not crimped or damaged.
(2) The input voltage connected accurately.
(3) The securing bolts of all equipment is tightened.
(4) The connection of the power cable shield is made properly to RF ground.
3.7.2 OPERATING INITIAL SETTING MENU
Press the JOYSTICK, and the initial setting menu will be appear on the screen.
The JOYSTICK is used to select a particular menu. The particular menu will be highlighted character, then press the JOYSTICK.
3.7.3 RELATIVE BEARING ALIGNMENT
This alignment should be made when the radar unit is installed. Failure to perform this procedure can result in incorrect target bearing readings.
Proceed as follows:
① Identify a suitable targets (e.g. buoy, etc.) preferably between 0.5 and 1 NM in range on the screen.
② Visually locate the target and line the bow of the vessel up with the target.
③ Put the EBL marker on the target.
④ Press and hold the JOYSTICK for the initial setting menu.
⑤ Select BEARING by using the JOYSTICK, press the JOYSTICK for the bearing adjustment mode.
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⑥ Put the EBL over the desired target using the J-DIAL, and press the JOY-
STICK.
⑦ Move the EBL so that the target will be displayed on the SHM.
⑧ Press the JOYSTICK to end the bearing adjustment mode.
3.7.4 DISPLAY TIMING (ZERO NM ADJUSTMENT)
This alignment must be made when the radar unit is installed. Failure to performed this procedure can result in correct target distance readings. Set the range at 0.25 NM and observe a target at a known (nearest) distance.
① Locate a straight dock, sea wall or bridge.
Press and hold the JOYSTICK for the initial setting menu.
② Select DISPLAY TIMING by using the JOYSTICK, and press the JOY-
STICK.
③ Adjust distance so that the object appears to be straight on the display by using the J-DIAL.
④ Press the JOYSTICK to end the display timing adjustment mode.
PUSHING
DISPLAY TIMING EARLY
CORRECT
PULLING
DISPLAY TIMING LATE
3.7.5 TUNE PRESET
Follow the instructions given below to make coarse tuning of the receiver : if after about 10 minutes of transmit, the tune bar is oriented towards one end of its range for video peak, perform the following steps:
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⑥ Put the EBL over the desired target using the J-DIAL, and press the JOY-
STICK.
⑦ Move the EBL so that the target will be displayed on the SHM.
⑧ Press the JOYSTICK to end the bearing adjustment mode.
3.7.4 DISPLAY TIMING (ZERO NM ADJUSTMENT)
This alignment must be made when the radar unit is installed. Failure to performed this procedure can result in correct target distance readings. Set the range at 0.25 NM and observe a target at a known (nearest) distance.
① Locate a straight dock, sea wall or bridge.
Press and hold the JOYSTICK for the initial setting menu.
② Select DISPLAY TIMING by using the JOYSTICK, and press the JOY-
STICK.
③ Adjust distance so that the object appears to be straight on the display by using the J-DIAL.
④ Press the JOYSTICK to end the display timing adjustment mode.
PUSHING
DISPLAY TIMING EARLY
CORRECT
PULLING
DISPLAY TIMING LATE
3.7.5 TUNE PRESET
Follow the instructions given below to make coarse tuning of the receiver : if after about 10 minutes of transmit, the tune bar is oriented towards one end of its range for video peak, perform the following steps:
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① Set the range scale to 3 NM.
② Set the gain control to desired level.
③ Set the SEA, RAIN and IR to Off.
④ Press and hold the JOYSTICK for the initial setting menu.
⑤ Select TUNE PRESET by using the JOYSTICK, and press the JOYSTICK.
⑥ Adjust using the J-DIAL to maximum targets on the screen.
T
T T
TUNE PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN MAX
PRESS J-STICK TO END
TUNE PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN
PRESS J-STICK TO END
MAX
⑦ Press the JOYSTICK when maximum targets are set.
TUNE PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN MAX
PRESS J-STICK TO END
3.7.6 STC PRESET
The STC preset is adjusted at the factory for proper operation. Normally further adjustment is not required.
① Set Range to 6 NM.
② Set the Gain to maximum (Refer to Section 4.4).
③ Press and hold the JOYSTICK for the initial setting menu.
④ Select STC PRESET by using the JOYSTICK, and press the JOYSTICK.
⑤ Adjust distance so that no background noise appears in range of 0 to 2 NM by using the J-DIAL.
STC PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN MAX
PRESS J-STICK TO END
STC PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN MAX
PRESS J-STICK TO END
⑥ Press the JOYSTICK to end the STC PRESET mode.
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① Set the range scale to 3 NM.
② Set the gain control to desired level.
③ Set the SEA, RAIN and IR to Off.
④ Press and hold the JOYSTICK for the initial setting menu.
⑤ Select TUNE PRESET by using the JOYSTICK, and press the JOYSTICK.
⑥ Adjust using the J-DIAL to maximum targets on the screen.
T
T T
TUNE PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN MAX
PRESS J-STICK TO END
TUNE PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN
PRESS J-STICK TO END
MAX
⑦ Press the JOYSTICK when maximum targets are set.
TUNE PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN MAX
PRESS J-STICK TO END
3.7.6 STC PRESET
The STC preset is adjusted at the factory for proper operation. Normally further adjustment is not required.
① Set Range to 6 NM.
② Set the Gain to maximum (Refer to Section 4.4).
③ Press and hold the JOYSTICK for the initial setting menu.
④ Select STC PRESET by using the JOYSTICK, and press the JOYSTICK.
⑤ Adjust distance so that no background noise appears in range of 0 to 2 NM by using the J-DIAL.
STC PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN MAX
PRESS J-STICK TO END
STC PRESET
ADJUST MODE
ADJUST WITH J-DIAL
MIN MAX
PRESS J-STICK TO END
⑥ Press the JOYSTICK to end the STC PRESET mode.
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3.7.7 BUZZER VOLUME
At the time of shipment, the Buzzer sound has been set to maximum position.
When it is necessary to lower the volume.
① In the initial setting menu select BUZZER.
② Adjust the suitable buzzer sound level using the J-DIAL.
③ Press the JOYSTICK to end the buzzer setting mode.
3.7.7 BUZZER VOLUME
At the time of shipment, the Buzzer sound has been set to maximum position.
When it is necessary to lower the volume.
① In the initial setting menu select BUZZER.
② Adjust the suitable buzzer sound level using the J-DIAL.
③ Press the JOYSTICK to end the buzzer setting mode.
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