1.1 About This Manual This Manual provides installation, operating Instructions and fault-finding procedures for the Marine Data MD69/24 Pelorus Pedestal. After installation, this manual should remain with the vessel to which it relates. This manual may also be made available in electronic Portable Document Format (PDF). In PDF format, the following categories are all enabled as active hyperlink references: (1) The titles of each section;...
MARINE DATA SYSTEMS LIMITED Vittlefields Technology Centre Forest Road NEWPORT Isle of Wight PO30 4LY UNITED KINGDOM tel: +44 (0)1983 822180 email: sales@marine-data.co.uk MARINE DATA SYSTEMS LIMITED reserves the right to make changes to its products and specifications without notice...
MD69/24 3 DESCRIPTION The MD69/24 is a complete Pelorus Pedestal assembly which houses the Marine Data MD69BR series of Bearing Repeater with a fully gimballed mounting. It can be deck mounted on a bridge, externally mounted on wing stations or on the fly bridge and is fully sealed to IEC 60945 Exposed Area Classification.
MD69/24 5.2 Bearing Repeater Mounting Dimensions All dimensions mm Note: The Bearing Repeater is to be mounted so that the 000°-180° line of the fixed outer verge ring is parallel with the ship’s fore-aft centreline.
MD69/24 in accordance with table 6.3 - Junction Box Terminal Connections. The MD69/24 is designed to use 24 V dc and accept a digital RS422 data signal using the NMEA 0183 protocol. Ensure all incoming supply and signal cables are either suitably insulated and/or connected, or bonded to the vessel’s earth where appropiate.
It would also be helpful to list other manufacturer’s equipment to which the product is connected. (e.g. Gyro, Radar, other Repeaters etc.) Alternatively, fill out the product registration form and return it to Marine Data . NOTE: It is the process of registration which activates the warranty.
The internal LED illumination devices may be damaged or there may be damage to the PCB or rotary dimmer switch. Return the unit to Marine Data for servicing. It should be noted that the display illumination may not be noticeable under bright ambient light conditions. Illumination is controlled independently by the integral rotary dimmer control and the Remote Dimmer input, if fitted, whichever input is adjusted will take precedence.
MD69/24 9.3 Technical Support If further technical support is required then please contact your local Marine Data agent or Marine Data Technical Support: • By email: support@marine-data.co.uk • Through our website: www.marine-data.co.uk All technical support enquiries must include the following basic equipment information: About your Marine Data Equipment: Marine Data Equipment Model number (e.g.
MD69/24 10 SPECIFICATIONS 10.1 Physical Weight: 15.7 kg complete assembly; 6.6 kg (stand only) Dimensions: H 1200 mm; W 365 mm Construction: Aluminium Alloy Mounting: Deck mounted, 4x M20 Bolts or Studs and Nuts MD96JCB Weatherproof Junction Box Connections: Expandable from 16-way to 32-way connections (Optional)
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10.5 Additional Information Avoid mounting in a position exposed to prolonged direct sunlight If spare parts are required, then please contact either your supplier or Marine Data. Marine Data reserves the right to makes changes to its products and specifications without notice.
• Take care if installing a Marine Data Compass Repeater in the Pelorus Pedestal. The Repeater contains heavy ballast weights to lower the centre of gravity. If the Repeater rights itself unexpectedly then this could trap fingers in the gimbal or damage nearby...
MD69/24 14 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Term Description Electro-Magnetically Compatibility - specifically measured against MIL-SPEC-461 Electromagnetic Compass (fluxgate coil compass) Maritime navigation and radio communication equipment and systems. General EN60945 requirements. Methods of testing and required test results. Minimum Order Quantity...
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MARINE DATA SYSTEMS LIMITED Vittlefields Technology Centre Forest Road NEWPORT Isle of Wight PO30 4LY UNITED KINGDOM tel: +44 (0)1983 822180 email: sales@marine-data.co.uk web: www.marine-data.co.uk...