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RadaScan Installer's Guide
Guidance Marine Ltd, 5 Tiber Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1QP, UK
Guidance Marine Ltd, 4 Dominus Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester LE19 1RP, UK
T: +441162292600
T: +44 116 229 2600 E: sales@guidance.eu.com
E: Sales@guidance.eu.com
featuring RadaScan
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www.guidance.eu.com
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  • Page 1 RadaScan Installer’s Guide featuring RadaScan Dashboard www.guidance.eu.com Guidance Marine Ltd, 5 Tiber Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1QP, UK Guidance Marine Ltd, 4 Dominus Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester LE19 1RP, UK www.marine.direct T: +441162292600 T: +44 116 229 2600 E: sales@guidance.eu.com...
  • Page 2 Copyright © Guidance Marine Limited. All Rights Reserved. Copyright in the whole and every part of this document belongs to Guidance Marine Limited (the “Owner”) and may not be used, sold, transferred, copied or reproduced in whole or in part in any manner or form or in or on any media to any person other than in accordance with the terms of the Owner’s Agreement or otherwise without the prior written consent of the Owner.
  • Page 3 Document History Document Number Changes Issue Date 94-0394-4-A First release of RadaScan (Dashboard) Installer’s Guide 23/12/2014 94-0394-4-B New DIN rail assembly, new radome and Series 3 responders 19/11/2015 94-0394-4-C New standard sensor connections diagram 29/03/2017...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Configuring the RadaScan Dashboard Welcome ........................6 Start Up and Shut Down ..................36 System Overview ....................... 7 Start Up ...........................36 Shut Down ........................36 Important Safety Notes ....................8 Setting the Date and Time ..................37 Non-ionising Radiation .......................8...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction This section provides an introduction and overview of the RadaScan system. It contains the following pages: • Welcome (page 6) • System Overview (page 7) • Important Safety Notes (page 8) • Serial Numbers and Software Versions (page 10)

  • Page 6: Welcome

    Installing the Sensor Hardware and Software section on page 11 describes where to mount the RadaScan sensor on the vessel, and how to connect it to the RadaScan Type 2 Marine Processor and the vessel’s DP system. It also explains how to upgrade the sensor software, if required.

  • Page 7: System Overview

    RadaScan Responders that are calculate the exact position of the RadaScan vessel relative to the target structure or vessel. The within range. It is connected to the vessel’s DP system and to the RadaScan Dashboard.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Notes

    Important Safety Notes Non-ionising Radiation The RadaScan sensor emits non-ionising radiation with an Plan view of output power of 3 Watts when transmitting. RadaScan dome 1 metre This equipment should be treated with the same safety precautions as other marine radar devices.

  • Page 9: Lifting The Sensor

    Lifting the Sensor The RadaScan sensor unit weighs approximately 100kg. It is recommended that lifting of the RadaScan sensor be conducted by someone with appropriate experience in lifting, adhering to the following procedure: 1. Locate one of the three bolts around the perimeter of the radome that are marked “SECURE LIFTING EYE HERE”...

  • Page 10: Serial Numbers And Software Versions

    Serial Numbers and Software Version Numbers are used to identify the hardware configuration and product revision of each RadaScan sensor. They will be requested by Guidance Marine in the event of an application service or support call to the company.
  • Page 11 Installing the Sensor Hardware and Software This section explains where and how to mount the RadaScan Sensor on the vessel. It contains the following pages: • Mounting the Sensor (page 12) ƒ Avoiding Other Sources of Radiation (page 13) ƒ...

  • Page 12: Mounting The Sensor

    The sensor’s mounting position depends on the application for which it is used. If your particular application does not match the ones covered in this manual, please contact Guidance Marine and your DP supplier to ensure that the RadaScan and DP systems are configured correctly.

  • Page 13: Avoiding Other Sources Of Radiation

    If vertical separation of the two systems is impossible, they must be shielded from one another with a metal screen. The screen must be large enough to physically shield the RadaScan sensor from the whole width of the x-band/Artemis antenna. In some cases, the vessel’s metal superstructure may be used to provide part or all of the shielding between the two systems.

  • Page 14: Operating Area Astern (E.g. Psv)

    Mounting the Sensor (continued) Operating Area Astern (e.g. PSV) Mount the RadaScan sensor with its connection panel facing towards the vessel’s bow. (Connection panel faces away from the operating area). The sensor’s position (Bow and Starboard Offsets) and orientation (Bearing Offset) must be set up in the Dashboard Software.

  • Page 15: Operating Area Forward (E.g. Shuttle Tanker)

    Mounting the Sensor (continued) Operating Area Forward (e.g. Shuttle Tanker) Mount the RadaScan sensor with its connection panel facing towards the vessel’s stern. (Connection panel faces away from the operating area). The sensor’s position (Bow and Starboard Offsets) and orientation (Bearing Offset) must be set up in the Dashboard Software.

  • Page 16: Operating Area To Port Or Starboard (E.g. Track And Follow)

    Mounting the Sensor (continued) Operating Area to Port or Starboard (e.g. Track and Follow) Mount the RadaScan sensor with its connection panel facing inboard, towards the vessel’s centre line. (Connection panel faces away from the operating area). The sensor’s position (Bow and Starboard Offsets) and orientation (Bearing Offset) must be set up in the Dashboard Software.

  • Page 17: Sensor Dimensions

    Sensor Dimensions ø 1214 Front Bottom 4 x M12 Mounting Holes Thread depth 30mm Min engagement 20mm Max engagement 25mm...

  • Page 18: Mounting Template

    Mounting Template NOT TO SCALE Custom-made plinths must be flat, rigid and horizontal. They must be able to support 100kg and receive four M12 mounting bolts. 360mm Mounting Plate Four M12 Mounting Holes Edge of 315mm 360mm Radome 315mm 1214mm...

  • Page 19: Standard Sensor Connections - Direct

    Standard Sensor Connections - Direct To Connect a Cable to the RadaScan RS422 Link Sensor: † 9600 baud Default IP Addresses: Unscrew the M4 socket screws around the 8 bits RadaScan Sensor: inspection hatch and remove the inspection 1 stop bit 192.168.2.231...

  • Page 20: Low Temperature Sensor Connections - Direct

    Low Temperature Sensor Connections - Direct To Connect a Cable to the RadaScan Sensor: RS422 Link Unscrew the M4 socket screws around the † inspection hatch and remove the inspection 9600 baud Default IP Addresses: 8 bits hatch from the front of the sensor.

  • Page 21: Sensor Connections - Separate Ethernet Connection Box (3 Glands)

    Ethernet link by ‘pinging’ either the Type 2 192.168.2.241 † Network IP Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Marine Processor or the RadaScan Sensor. Changing the Sensor IP Address Setting on page 34 or contact Address Guidance Marine if alternative settings are required.

  • Page 22: Sensor Connections-Separate Ethernet Connection Box (4 Glands)

    † Ethernet link by ‘pinging’ either the Type 2 Network IP 192.168.2.241 Changing the Sensor IP Address Setting on page 34 or contact Marine Processor or the RadaScan Sensor. Address Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Guidance Marine if alternative settings are required.

  • Page 23: Cable Routing Diagram - Direct Connection

    Sensor to the Type 2 Marine 10A (115VAC) Processor should not exceed 90 Ethernet Cable P/N 33-0124-3 (40m) 7A (240VAC) metres in length. Please contact Guidance Marine if Low Temperature Sensor longer distances are required. Vessel’s Main 20A (115VAC) 14A (240VAC) Power Supply...

  • Page 24: Cable Routing Diagram - Separate Connection Box

    Ethernet 10A (115VAC) Processor should not exceed 90 Ethernet Cable 7A (240VAC) metres in length. P/N 33-0124-3 (40m) Please contact Guidance Marine if Low Temperature Sensor longer distances are required. 20A (115VAC) Vessel’s Main 14A (240VAC) Sensor Power Power Supply...

  • Page 25: Cable Routing Diagrams - Processor And Monitor Options

    Cable Routing Diagrams - Processor and Monitor Options Alternative Processor and Monitor Options Any of the following configurations may be used (see pages 22, 23) Hatteland Hatteland Touchscreen Panel PC Monitor Monitor Monitor Cable Monitor Cable Type 2 Marine Processor Type 2 Marine Processor Power Cable Power...

  • Page 26: Sensor Information Display

    Sensor Information Display Information Display Messages When the sensor has been powered up, the Sensor Information Display shows the sensor’s status and network details. The display automatically cycles through the screens listed on the right. The Each line of the Information Display is 20 characters in width. Messages that are wider than this display cannot be paused.
  • Page 27 NO SD card image Second Stage boot Second Stage boot Booting via ethernet Booting via ethernet Ver: 3.5.1.144 Ver: 3.5.1.144 Cause: Missing SD card. Action: Contact Guidance Marine. Operating System Operating System SD card Error SD card Error ver: 3.5.1.144 ver: 3.5.1.144 Rebooting Rebooting Cause: SD card error.

  • Page 28: Installing The Sensor Software

    5. Click on OK. Double-click on the RadaScan.Installer.Remote.exe file. 6. Select the correct Sensor Type and Antenna Type for your sensor (normally RadaScan and The RadaScan Installation Configuration screen is displayed. Dish) and click on OK.
  • Page 29 Installing the Type 2 Marine Processor This section explains how to install the RadaScan Dashboard software onto the Type 2 Marine Processor. It contains the following pages: • Type 2 Marine Processor Dimensions (page 30) • Type 2 Marine Processor Connections (page 31) •...

  • Page 30: Type 2 Marine Processor Dimensions

    Type 2 Marine Processor Dimensions The computer running the RadaScan Dashboard should ideally be mounted on the bridge, near to the controls of the vessel’s DP system. For customers using the Type 2 Marine Processor, its dimensions are given below.

  • Page 31: Type 2 Marine Processor Connections

    Type 2 Marine Processor Connections Connect a sensor to the Marine Processor using either of the Ethernet ports (the other may be used for diagnostics). Mouse Display Monitor (trackball) Input from power adaptor connected to ship’s UPS Keyboard Rear View Front View Rear View Front View...

  • Page 32: Installing The Dashboard Software Onto A Type 2 Marine Processor

    When prompted, click on the Restart button. After the restart, the RadaScan Dashboard Setup screen is displayed. Select RadaScan as the Sensor Type and if required, change any of the settings from the default values shown. Click on the OK button.

  • Page 33: Installing The Dashboard Software Onto A Hatteland Panel Pc

    Click on the Install button. The RadaScan Dashboard Setup screen is displayed. RadaScan Dashboard Setup Screen Select RadaScan as the Sensor Type and if required, change any of the settings from the default values shown. Click on the OK button.

  • Page 34: Changing The Sensor Ip Address Setting

    34 The Comms Settings Pane During installation of the RadaScan Dashboard, its record of the sensor’s IP address is preserved, so there is no need to reconfigure it. However, if the IP address should need to be amended for The Dashboard’s record of the Sensor’s IP Address can be viewed (but not changed) as follows:...
  • Page 35 Configuring the RadaScan Dashboard This section explains how to set up the RadaScan Dashboard software. It contains the following pages: • Start Up and Shut Down (page 36) • Setting the Date and Time (page 37) • Using the On-Screen Keyboard (page 38) •...

  • Page 36: Start Up And Shut Down

    • Suspend and Exit - Places the sensor into the same ‘sleep mode’ as the suspend command (discussed above) and also closes the RadaScan Dashboard program. • Disconnect - Ceases communications between the sensor and the Dashboard computer.

  • Page 37: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time To set the System Date and Time Click on More >> Date & Time in order to open the Date & Time pane: The system’s current date and time is displayed as a static value; the Refresh button can be used to update this.

  • Page 38: Using The On-Screen Keyboard

    Using the On-Screen Keyboard The RadaScan Dashboard provides an On-Screen Keyboard (OSK), which allows text to be input In the case of a numerical field, the OSK is restricted to the appropriate keys: using only a trackball pointer or touch screen.

  • Page 39: Entering Service Access Mode

    3. Obtain a Service Access Code as follows. Visit the Customer Support page of the Guidance Marine website, follow the link to the Access Code Request form, fill in the Service Request Code and other information and click on the Send Request button. Alternatively, email the Service Request Code to Guidance Marine (customerservices@guidance.eu.com) or...

  • Page 40: Configuration Settings

    At least one button contains a padlock symbol to indicate that Service Access is required to The menu panes that open at the foot of the screen are used to set up the RadaScan system. proceed. If the Dashboard is already in Service Access mode, the padlock is open.

  • Page 41: Dp Message Format And Feed Behaviour

    DP Message Format and Feed Behaviour DP Message Format The following behaviour applies when tracking: For all DP formats except for MT Custom: This must be configured to match the vessel’s DP system (see DP Message Types on page 59). DP Feed Allow Refresh To Set the DP Message Format...
  • Page 42 DP Message Format and Feed Behaviour (continued) For Rolls Royce Custom DP format: DP Feed Allow Refresh Always Timer and Output when target is visible but not tracked Enabled Zero Strings Null data (gaps in data string)   Available data (actual co-ordinates, status = A) ...

  • Page 43: Display Options

    By default, the Tracking Coordinates Panel displays only one positional display mode (e.g. RadaScan Dashboard offers two display modes: Day View and Night View. In either mode the Range/Bearing). If the selected DP message format supports a second mode (e.g. A Pos/B Pos/ brightness can be further adjusted by the Console Brightness control.

  • Page 44: Vessel Parameters

    This group of configuration inputs, accessible only in Service Access mode, define the dimensions Bearing Offset: This should be 0° if the RadaScan sensor is mounted exactly parallel to the of the vessel outline on the BEV, the name of the vessel and other items.

  • Page 45: Bow And Starboard Offsets

    Vessel Parameters (continued) Bow and Starboard Offsets Enter the correct Bow and Starboard Offset values on the Vessel Parameters Pane (see Vessel Parameters on page 44). Starboard Offset Bow Offset RadaScan Sensor Port Side Starboard Side...

  • Page 46: Bearing Offset

    Sensor Facing Port Connection panel facing starboard, 90° Sensor perpendicular to vessel centre-line. Bearing Offset = 90° Operating Vessel Centre-line Area 0° RadaScan Sensor Sensor Facing Aft Connection panel facing forward, Connection Sensor parallel with vessel centre-line. Panel Bearing Offset = 0°...

  • Page 47: Blanking Zone

    Blanking Zone A Blanking Zone can be used to mask the segment of the scan rotation that is obscured by the vessel’s superstructure. The start and end of the zone can be set to any positions around the circle to the nearest degree. Generally, once the blanking zone has been set, it will not need to be changed.

  • Page 48: Installing Responders

    Installing Responders This section explains how to install and maintain RadaScan Responders. It contains the following pages: • Responder Overview (page 49) • Positioning Responders (page 51) • Mounting Responders (page 52) • Charging Responders (page 54) • Operating Responders...

  • Page 49: Responder Overview

    Responder Overview Series 2 and 3 Responders can be used with RadaScan and Mini RadaScan systems. One or more Responders should be mounted on the target platform or vessel. The following models of RadaScan Series 2 Responder are available: •...
  • Page 50 • This scheme makes it easier for the RadaScan system to separate the signal from one responder Responders are not intended to be repaired by the user. They must only be repaired or serviced from the signal from a responder of a different colour.

  • Page 51: Positioning Responders

    Positioning Responders The location, range and orientation of the Responders in relation to the Sensor have a significant effect on the tracking performance of the RadaScan system, and hence on the quality of the position data sent to the DP system.

  • Page 52: Mounting Responders

    The swivel bracket (Part No. 21-0328-1) should be used to point bottom of the mounting plate. (See below). the responder towards the RadaScan vessel’s working area. It can be mounted on either a horizontal or vertical bar: Rotate the responder backwards until it is held in place by its magnet against the mounting plate.
  • Page 53 Mounting Responders (continued) Mounting a Primary Cell Responder with a Primary Cell Pack: Lanyard attachment points Responder Swivel-bracket with 2 x U-bolts Primary cell pack bracket (Part No. 21-0340-1) with 2 x thumb screws Primary Cell Pack (Part No. 21-0314-1 for Series 2 or 21-0375-1 for Series 3) Bracket tail to provide additional support...

  • Page 54: Charging Responders

    Charging Responders The rechargeable responder should be fully charged before use. A full charge takes approximately 24 hours. DO NOT charge responders in an explosive atmosphere or other hazardous environment. The responder should be switched off while charging. To Charge the Responder: Note: Only use the supplied charger.

  • Page 55: Operating Responders

    Alternatively, the batteries within the primary cell may be replaced, but this must only be done in an ATEX safe environment, using batteries supplied by Guidance Marine or authorised partners.

  • Page 56: Appendices

    Appendices This section contains the following appendices: • (page 57) International Standards Compliance • Part Numbers (page 58) • DP Message Types (page 59) • UPS and Cable Specifications (page 63) • Network Connection Troubleshooting (page 64) • Installation Checklist (page 65) •...

  • Page 57: International Standards Compliance

    EU ATEX Directive 94/9/EC, Annex II, 1.06 The equipment is permitted to be used in all EU member states RadaScan responders are certified as intrinsically safe and can be used with flammable gases and without the need for a specific administrative licence.

  • Page 58: Part Numbers

    Primary Cell Responder 20-0138-1 M12 Base Mounting Bolts (x4) 114-012-035 Primary Cell Pack 21-0314-1 M8 Swivel Lifting Eye 24-0284-4 Recharger 39-0033-2 Guidance Marine System Level USB 180-0011-4 Series 3 Operator’s Guide 94-0393-4 Responder (Rechargeable) 20-0189-2 Installer’s Guide 94-0394-4 Responder (Mains Powered)

  • Page 59: Dp Message Types

    [A] available; [V] void • • HHHH HHHH status word in hexadecimal. Up to 16 bits defined by Guidance Marine in a separate status word in hexadecimal. Up to 16 bits defined by Guidance Marine in a separate specifications document specifications document. •...
  • Page 60 The MT Custom DP String adopts NMEA0183 conventions with a minimum length of 63 and maximum length of 80 characters. It provides the same type of information for both CyScan and RadaScan sensors, including range and bearing to all tracked responders (similar to the MDL Multi-Target format). It also provides quality information.
  • Page 61 The Rolls-Royce Custom DP String adopts NMEA0183 conventions with a minimum length of 82 characters and maximum length of 101 characters. It provides the same type of information for both CyScan and RadaScan sensors, including range and bearing to all tracked responders (similar to the MDL multi-responder format).
  • Page 62 DP Message Types (Continued) Kongsberg Standard MDL Standard A 9 character string in BCD format. A 19 character string delimited only by <CR> and <LF> with bearing measured bow clockwise. BB BB B0 RR RR RR 00 00 FF Character Index Description Format Sequence...

  • Page 63: Ups And Cable Specifications

    Peak Current draw = 1A (RMS) these minimum specifications. The RadaScan UPS should be able to run on back-up power for at least the same duration as Cable Specifications that specified for the DP System UPS. The power cable to the RadaScan Sensor must be rated to withstand the maximum current output of the UPS.

  • Page 64: Network Connection Troubleshooting

    Network Connection Troubleshooting A number of straightforward tests can be conducted to confirm the connectivity and integrity of the Ethernet link. These are: • Ping the Type 2 Marine Processor to sensor. • Ping from service laptop to Marine Processor. •...

  • Page 65: Installation Checklist

    There is enough free space to accommodate Dashboard data logging. Emergency Breaker Box. PDF Reader Click on the Help button and check that the RadaScan Operator’s Guide can DP Feed The sensor is connected correctly to the DP system using the approved cables and be viewed.
  • Page 66 Requirement Check Requirement Vessel Radio Whilst RadaScan system is tracking a responder, switch on the vessel’s radio systems. Sensor –Dashboard The network connection between the sensor and the Dashboard is OK. Ensure that RadaScan system dœs not suffer any loss of signal quality.

  • Page 67: Index

    Maritime Radio Licence 57 Ethernet Cable 58 Configuration Tab 40 Mounting European Union 57 Configuring Guidelines 12 RadaScan Dashboard 35 Plinths and Brackets 12 Sensor IP Address Setting 34 Sensor 12 FCC 57 Connections Template 18 Federal Communications Commission 57...
  • Page 68 Product Label 10 Versions 10 PSV 14 Software Version 10 Welcome 6 Specifications Cable 63 RadaScan Dashboard Software 7 UPS 63 X-Band radar 12, 13, 65, 66 RadaScan Sensor 7 Standards 57 Radio Licence 57 Starboard Offset 45 Responder 7...

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