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Summary of Contents for Jeppesen Nobeltec InSight Radar 2-Black Box
- Page 1 ® Nobeltec InSight ™ Radar 2-Black Box Installation Guide...
- Page 2 Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®...
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Page 3: Attention! Read Carefully Before Installation
Safety Warnings All personnel involved in the installation, operation and maintenance of electronic equipment or those who train personnel on such equipment, have a duty to know the following safety precautions. Attention! Read Carefully Before Installation • Your vessel’s radar system has a power supply that can injure or kill. •... -
Page 4: High Voltage
afety arningS High Voltage • Do not assume that safety devices will always work. • Use grounding sticks and cables with high voltage circuits. • Use rubber gloves that have been tested within the last six months, when applicable. • Keep your feet clear of objects on the floor. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Warnings ..............iii Attention! Read Carefully Before Installation ........iii Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage ........iii High Voltage ..................iv Low Voltage ..................iv Rescuing Shock Victims ..............iv Welcome .................. 1 IR2-BB Product Description ..............1 How to Use this Installation Guide ............. - Page 6 Furuno Radar Compatibility ................26 Legal Disclaimer & Limited Warranty ......... 28 LIMITED WARRANTY ................28 1. WARRANTY LIMITATION: ..............28 2. GETTING SERVICE: ................30 3. RETURNING MATERIAL TO JEPPESEN MARINE: ......30 4. DOCUMENTATION LIMITATION: ............31 Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®...
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Page 7: Welcome
IR2-BB connection specifications match those of many of the industry’s leading X- or S-band radar models. Contact your Nobeltec product distributor or a Jeppesen Marine salesperson to verify if the IR2-BB interfaces with your radar. How to Use this Installation Guide The IR2-BB is designed for intuitive use and command execution. -
Page 8: Product Box Physical Contents
1 - W hapter elCome Product Box Physical Contents Your IR2-BB product box should contain the following items: • One - Black Box (IR2-BB) • One DC Power cable • One USB 2.0 data cable • One Radar interface cable •... -
Page 9: Introduction
The intent of this manual is to aid only qualified installers. Jeppesen Marine cannot control some factors, including improper or careless handling. Such factors can affect the installation process and impede the results. -
Page 10: Ir2-Bb General Configuration Structure
2 - i hapter ntroduCtion IR2-BB General Configuration Structure Figure 2.1 - IR2-BB General Configuration Structure Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®... -
Page 11: Installation
Installation This chapter contains the primary steps required for successful installation of the IR2-BB. STEP 1 - IR2-BB Installation Preparation and Overview The InSight Radar 2 - Black Box is designed and developed for reliability, flexibility and proper installation and will help insure long life of the product. -
Page 12: Step 2: Select The Ir2-Bb Mounting Location And Environment
3 - i hapter nStallation STEP 2: Select the IR2-BB Mounting Location and Environment Mounting The IR2-BB must be securely installed in an appropriate location to reach both the target computer and the existing radar display. It must also be flat, safe and dry. -
Page 13: Step 3: Connect The Radar Interface Cable
3 - i hapter nStallation STEP 3: Connect the Radar Interface Cable Connection to the radar antenna varies by model and vendor type. See the appendix section of this document for specific radar setup requirements. Figure 3.2 – 15 Pin Data Connector Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™... -
Page 14: Step 4: Connect The Usb 2.0 Data Cable
3 - i hapter nStallation STEP 4: Connect the USB 2.0 Data Cable Use the USB 2.0 data cable provided to connect the IR2-BB to any available USB 2.0 port on the target onboard computer. NOTE While longer USB 2.0 (high-quality) cables are likely to perform adequately at a distance of up to 15 feet, this product has only been tested for performance using six foot cables. -
Page 15: Step 5: Connect The Power Cable
3 - i hapter nStallation STEP 5: Connect the Power Cable Route the DC power to the unit via a breaker on the vessel's main or distribution panel, connecting to the main radar switch/breaker whenever possible. Connect +ve to +ve (red wire B+), -ve to –ve (black wire B-). Note that the cable may be labeled “Ground, 12V”. -
Page 16: Step 6: Install Nobeltec Navigation Software
STEP 6A: Unlock Radar Functionality Once the software is installed, the radar functionality must be unlocked with an Unlock Code. Refer to your User’s Guide or call the Jeppesen Marine Support Department for unlock instructions. Figure 3.4 - Install Charts and Unlock Features Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™... -
Page 17: Step 7: Run The Ir2-Bb Installer Cd
3 - i hapter nStallation STEP 7: Run the IR2-BB Installer CD You can now insert the IR2-BB Installation CD that was shipped with the IR2-BB into your computer's CD tray. This CD installs the drivers required for the Nobeltec Navigation Software to communicate with the IR2-BB. Follow the installation wizard and restart your computer when prompted. -
Page 18: Step 8: Select The Radar Antenna File
3 - i hapter nStallation STEP 8: Select the Radar Antenna File See the appendix section of this document for specific radar setup requirements. The following paragraphs cover the general sequence necessary for selecting the appropriate antenna files. Proper operation of the IR2-BB requires that the correct radar configuration file is used. -
Page 19: Step 9: Run The Radar Setup Wizard
3 - i hapter nStallation STEP 9: Run the Radar Setup Wizard The Radar Setup Wizard will detect the IR2-BB and store the settings needed for the software to receive transmissions from the device upon startup. The radar system can now be powered on. Use the radar plotter display to operate the radar and verify that it is broadcasting and displaying results. -
Page 20: Step 10: Start The Nobeltec Navigation Software
The Radar Display Window should open in the standby mode. Refer to your Navigation User’s Guide for complete operational instructions. If you are unable to resolve the issue using the Navigation User’s Guide, contact Jeppesen Marine Technical Support. Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™... -
Page 21: General Diagnostics
When addressing difficulties be sure that all safety procedures are followed and if you are not sure about any step, contact Jeppesen Marine Technical Support. The diagrams on the following pages represent the most common startup issues that our customers encounter. -
Page 22: No Power
4 - g hapter eneral iagnoStiCS No Power Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®... -
Page 23: Leds Do Not Illuminate
4 - g hapter eneral iagnoStiCS LEDs do not Illuminate Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®... -
Page 24: Radar Wizard Does Not Detect Ir2-Bb
4 - g hapter eneral iagnoStiCS Radar Wizard Does not Detect IR2-BB Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®... -
Page 25: Access Error Received After Ir2-Bb Is Found
4 - g hapter eneral iagnoStiCS Access Error Received After IR2-BB is Found Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®... -
Page 26: Radar Wizard Does Not Display Radar Image
4 - g hapter eneral iagnoStiCS Radar Wizard Does Not Display Radar Image Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®... -
Page 27: Radar Status Reports Pwr Off On Network Installation
4 - g hapter eneral iagnoStiCS Radar Status Reports PWR Off on Network Installation Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®... -
Page 28: Radar Status Reports Pwr Off On Direct Installation
4 - g hapter eneral iagnoStiCS Radar Status Reports PWR OFF on Direct Installation Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®... -
Page 29: Appendix A - Furuno Radar
IR2-BB. We strongly advise that you use extreme caution when working with these third party products. Jeppesen Marine cannot be held responsible for damage to the IR2-BB resulting from these steps and such damage may affect your existing warranty. -
Page 30: Data Cable Non Slave Units
Installations that don’t have a slave port connector or adaptor cable must splice the IR2-BB data cable directly into the radar feeder cable. WARNING Before attempting to splice cables, contact the Jeppesen Marine Technical Support Department for assistance. This series of ®... - Page 31 a - f ppendix uruno adar Cable Splice Detail Figure A.2 – Cable Splice Detail Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™ ®...
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Page 32: Antenna Settings
Jeppesen Marine currently supports many but not all Furuno models. The best way to find out if your Furuno model is compatible with the IR2-BB is to connect it. If it does not work, please contact the Jeppesen Marine Technical Support Department for an RMA. - Page 33 Should the image not improve, reference the debug section of this document for detailed instructions to adjust the primary settings of the radar. This will require you to contact the Jeppesen Marine® Technical Support Department for assistance. Figure A.3 – Video Tuning Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™...
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Page 34: Legal Disclaimer & Limited Warranty
Jeppesen Marine may choose, at its option, to repair or to replace a Nobeltec InSight Radar 2 - Black Box (IR2-BB)™... - Page 35 Jeppesen Marine finds to be defective due to faulty material(s) or workmanship. Jeppesen Marine will perform all such repairs and / or replacements at no charge or at a pro-rated charge, excluding freight costs incurred in shipping to the factory.
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Page 36: Getting Service
Step 2 – GETTING SERVICE on this page. From North America only: a) Contact Jeppesen Marine to obtain an RMA number (see Step 2a) b) Pack the unit securely, in the original box if possible Include on the package label: √... -
Page 37: Documentation Limitation
4. DOCUMENTATION LIMITATION: The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Jeppesen Marine, who shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material;... - Page 38 RABUX00002 10/06...