SpotterRF 3D-500 Quick Start Manual

3d rotating radar system

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3D Rotating Radar System
Setup, Configuration, and
Calibration Supplemental Guide
For reference to NIO version 4.0.4
and Spotter version 4.1.0

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  • Page 1 3D Rotating Radar System Setup, Configuration, and Calibration Supplemental Guide For reference to NIO version 4.0.4 and Spotter version 4.1.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3D Rotating Radar System Calibration ..........................7 Scope Referencing ................................7 Saturation Scan ................................... 7 Radar Fencing ..................................8 2D Rotating Radar System Limitations ..........................9 Exporting Restrictions ................................. 9 Software Configurations ..............................9 SpotterRF Technical Support | 801.742.5849 x4 | support@spotterrf.com ©2019 SPOTTERRF 06.18.2019 REV001...
  • Page 3: Rotating Radar System Setup

    The 3D Rotating Radar System will come in a Pelican Air case with all necessary equipment for setup and a Quickstart guide that is printed for reference. Quickstart guides can also be found on the SpotterRF Partner Portal. Mount the motor base to the tripod and secure mount with accompanied nut (See image below).
  • Page 4: Networking

    The 3D Rotating Radar System has an accompanied Quickstart guide for use in Networking configuration and setup (See example image below). Follow steps as shown and ensure all physical networking connections are secured to their respective devices. SpotterRF Technical Support | 801.742.5849 x4 | support@spotterrf.com ©2019 SPOTTERRF 06.18.2019 REV001...
  • Page 5: Rotating Radar System Configuration

    PASSTHROUGH 24 – 48 VDC port is activated within the NIO’s interface and is needed to supply power to the rotating motor on the system. There is also a DC OUT 12 VDC port that can be activated and its use is for future SpotterRF devices or customized customer needs.
  • Page 6: Radar (3D-500 / 3D-250)

    Radar (3D-500 / 3D-250) The 3D Rotating Radar’s interface functions the same as other SpotterRF radars, with exception of the following: 1. Motor controls are found on the Advanced tab of the radar interface. This allows the user to perform calibrations with the “Go to azimuth angle”...
  • Page 7: Rotating Radar System Calibration

    “Show RDM”. This allows you to see how much saturation is present at the angle the radar is facing during its rotation. Repositioning radar or radar fencing (SP-RDR-FENCE) may be needed to reduce saturation that is affecting performance of drone detections. RDM with Saturation RMD without Saturation SpotterRF Technical Support | 801.742.5849 x4 | support@spotterrf.com ©2019 SPOTTERRF 06.18.2019 REV001...
  • Page 8: Radar Fencing

    SpotterRF Technical Support | 801.742.5849 x4 | support@spotterrf.com ©2019 SPOTTERRF 06.18.2019 REV001...
  • Page 9: Rotating Radar System Limitations

    3D radar system. In order to upgrade from a 2D system to a 3D system, navigate to the radar’s interface, drag and drop the upgrade package (provided by SpotterRF) to the “Drop or Click to Upgrade” link at the bottom of the page.

This manual is also suitable for:

3d-250

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