Up-Mast Transceiver Grounding; Connection At The Up-Mast Transceiver - Simrad R3016 12U/6X Installation Manual

Up-mast transceiver grounding

Connect a tinned copper cable (>25 mm
transceiver and the radar mast, using crimped or soldered ring terminals at either end. Cable
should be kept to minimum necessary length. Ensure it is fastened using a suitable stainless
bolt and lock nut or spring washer. Self-tapping screws should not be used. Good electrical
connection is essential - ensure paint or other isolating coatings on surface are properly
removed around area of bolt and ring terminal contact with mast. After fitting, apply a
suitable anti-corrosive coating to the assembly.
Ú Note:
Radar mast should be a good conductor (i.e. metal), and be bonded to rest of
ships ground. If not, earth cable should be run to nearest grounded structure.
Ú Note:
Earth strap is ideally braided tinned copper, but tinned power cable is also
suitable.

Connection at the up-mast transceiver

The plugs for Ethernet and power should only be connected when the earth strap is already
in place.
Before inserting plugs, ensure the safety switch is set to the OFF position as marked on
switch.
All three connectors are keyed, so plug orientation cannot be done incorrectly. Ensure the
retainer clip is fully engaged after insertion.
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) between the ground terminal on the up-mast
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