Raymarine Radar Scanner User Manual

Pathfinder Radar ScannersOwner’s HandbookDocument number: 81154_4Date: 25th October 2000154_4.book Page -i Wednesday, October 25, 2000 3:02 PM

2 Pathfinder Radar ScannersCAUTION:Do not use the open array scanner with an SL70 or Autohelm 7" LCD display unit. Failure to observe this may re

Chapter 1: Overview 3In the case of SSB radios, the distance should be increased to 2 m (7 ft).• More than 2 m (7 ft) from the path of a radar beam. A

4 Pathfinder Radar Scanners1.2 Unpacking and inspecting the componentsUnpack your system carefully, to prevent damage to the equipment. It is good pra

Chapter 1: Overview 51.3 Selecting the scanner unit siteThis section provides information that affects the possible locations of the scanner, and its

6 Pathfinder Radar ScannersD3224_418" Radome Scanner151.25 mm (5.95 in)468 mm (18.4 in) dia.Weight: 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs)Compass safe distance: 1 m (

Chapter 1: Overview 7Centre of rotationCentre of rotation48"- 1306 mm (51.4 in), 72"- 1918 mm (75.5 in)100 mm (4 in)427 mm (16.8 in)296 mm

8 Pathfinder Radar Scanners• Access: The scanner unit site should be easily accessible to allow maintenance to be carried out safely.• Magnetic compas

Chapter 1: Overview 9For open array scanners you should also consider the following points:• Mounting Platform: The platform must be mechanically secu

10 Pathfinder Radar ScannersSetting the radiation planeThe scanner unit should be mounted so that the array rotates parallel to the waterline. The rad

Chapter 1: Overview 111.4 Cable runsYou need to consider the following before installing the system cables:• You need to fit the inter-unit cable and

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12 Pathfinder Radar ScannersIf you are mounting the scanner on the mast of a sailboat, and will need to unstep the mast, you should install a suitable

Chapter 1: Overview 13Radome scanner cablesInter-unit cableThe length of the supplied cable should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on

14 Pathfinder Radar ScannersPower cableThe radome radar systems are intended for use on ships’ DC power systems operating in the 10.7 to 32 V DC range

Chapter 1: Overview 15Note: If you have an 18" radome scanner, and the wire gauge re-quired for your extended power cable is unacceptably large,

16 Pathfinder Radar ScannersOpen array scanner cablesInter-unit cableHeavy duty cables are available in 15 m and 25 m lengths which should be sufficie

Chapter 1: Overview 1724 V and 32 V Systems - 10kW scanners10 kW open array scanners can use any combination of inter-unit cable up to a maximum lengt

18 Pathfinder Radar Scannersmaximum power cable extensions are given in the table below. These figures relate to the total cable extension, from the e

Chapter 1: Overview 19Table 1-9: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24/32 V Systems - 4 kW ScannersPower Cable Core Size (each core)mm2:AWG:2.014

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Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 21Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner2.1 Radome scannerSecuring the radome scanner to the mounting surfaceCAUTION:The

Pathfinder Radar Scanners iPathfinder Radar ScannersOwners HandbookOctober 2000SAFETY NOTICESThis radar equipment must be installed and operated in ac

22 Pathfinder Radar ScannersYou may need to use longer M8 mounting bolts to secure the scan-ner if you have used shims to lower the radar beam.Connect

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 234. Remove the drain tube from inside the base of the scanner, and insert it into the drain hole as shown in the fo

24 Pathfinder Radar Scanners5. Referring to the following illustration, remove the securing nut (1) from the watertight gland and grommet (2), where t

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 25CAUTION:If any wires are damaged when the clamp is fitted, the scanner unit will not function correctly.• The ferr

26 Pathfinder Radar Scannersing on the thickness of the cable: use the position that matches the profile of the cable.CAUTION:It is essential that the

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 272.2 Open array scannerInstallation of the open array scanner should only be undertaken by a competent installer. I

28 Pathfinder Radar ScannersSecuring the pedestal to the mounting platform1. Using the paper template supplied with the scanner mounting kit, mark the

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 29Connecting the open array scanner inter-unit cableCAUTION:Before wiring the scanner unit check that it is securely

30 Pathfinder Radar Scanners3. Referring to the following illustration, remove the cable gland nut, washer and grommet from the watertight gland, wher

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 31CAUTION:If any of the wires are incorrectly fitted, the scanner will not function correctly. Remove the 8-way plug

ii Pathfinder Radar ScannersRAYTHEON MARINE products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives. For information on Raytheon pro

32 Pathfinder Radar ScannersRe-connect to the plug. When correctly fitted the white wire (co-axial) will be at the outer edge of the unit.6. Connect t

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 33Fitting the open array to the pedestalCAUTION:The pedestal unit has a cap fitted over the open array mounting shaf

34 Pathfinder Radar Scanners2.3 System connectionsDC power connectionPower is supplied to the scanner via the display unit; the power cable is supplie

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 35CAUTION:If you do not have a thermal circuit breaker or fuse in your power circuit, e.g. fitted to the DC distribu

36 Pathfinder Radar Scanners123547101186913 12BlackWhiteOrangeBlackBlackGreenYellowShieldRedRedVioletBlueGreyVideoVideo RTN*Battery --veTx Trigger +Ba

Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 37Display unit connectionCAUTION:Do not use an open array scanner with an SL70 or Autohelm 7" LCD display unit.

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Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance 39Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and MaintenanceOnce you have installed your radar scanner an

40 Pathfinder Radar Scannerswhich the unit should enter Standby mode. If necessary, adjust the lighting and contrast.If required, change the default l

Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance 413.2 MaintenanceWarningsThe display unit and scanner unit contain high voltage. Adjustments requi

Pathfinder Radar Scanners iiiPrefaceThis handbook describes the following Raytheon Pathfinder radar scanners:2D 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner4D 24&quo

42 Pathfinder Radar Scannersequipment, guidelines are given in the installation instructions, to enable you to ensure minimum interaction between diff

Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance 43How to Contact Raytheon (US)For Marine Product and Services InformationVisit the Raytheon World

44 Pathfinder Radar ScannersFor Product Repair and ServiceIn the unlikely event your Raytheon unit should develop a problem, please contact your autho

Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance 45Technical SupportThe Technical Services Department handles enquiries concerning installation, op

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Appendix A: Specification 47 Appendix A:Specification2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit GeneralApprovalsCE - conforms toFCC - conforms to89/336/EEC (EMC)

48 Pathfinder Radar Scanners4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit ReceiverIF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal)Receiver Characteristic Semi-logReceiver Noise Figure

Appendix A: Specification 49AntennaAntenna Type Patch arrayBeam Width (nominal) 3.9° horizontal, 25° verticalPolarization HorizontalAntenna Side lobes

50 Pathfinder Radar Scanners5S and 9S 48" Open Array Scanner Unit GeneralApprovalsCE - conforms toFCC - conforms to89/336/EEC (EMC), EN60945:1997

Appendix A: Specification 519S Transmitter - 10 kWInput Voltage 16 - 44 V DC (from display unit)Power Consumption 11 W Standby80 W Typical operation

iv Pathfinder Radar ScannersNote: If a scanner unit is not connected the version number is only displayed for 10 seconds. Where, necessary Software Up

52 Pathfinder Radar ScannersNote: If the scanner is bought for use with an existing display, contact your dealer/service agent for the latest display

Appendix A: Specification 537S and 11S 72" Open Array Scanner Unit General ApprovalsCE - conforms toFCC - conforms to89/336/EEC (EMC), EN60945:19

54 Pathfinder Radar Scanners11S Transmitter - 10 kWInput Voltage 20 - 44 V DC (from display unit)Power Consumption 11 W Standby80 W Typical operatio

Appendix A: Specification 55Note: If the scanner is bought for use with an existing display, contact your dealer/service agent for the latest display

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Index iIndexAAlignmentBearing 40BBearing Alignment 40CCable Runs 11CablesExtension 4Open Array 16, 18, 19Radome 13, 15, 17Inter-unit 4, 11, 12Open Ar

ii Pathfinder Radar ScannersRRadar SystemGrounding 34Typical System Diagram 1Radome Scanner18" iii, 1, 4724" iii, 1, 48Mounting 21Rejoining

Contents vContentsPreface ... iiiWarranty ...

vi Pathfinder Radar Scanners Appendix A: Specification .....472D 18" Radome Scanner Unit

Chapter 1: Overview 1Chapter 1: Overview1.1 IntroductionThis handbook provides instructions to assist you in the installation and set up of the follow