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Copyright 2006 Interphase Technologies Inc. - (B-300806E)
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RE-10
Open 3.5/4.5 Feet
User Manual
RE-1
Radome 0.9 Feet
RE-8
Radome 1.5 Feet
RE-9
Radome 1.8 Feet
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Summary of Contents for Interphase RE-Series RE-1
- Page 1 Copyright 2006 Interphase Technologies Inc. - (B-300806E) All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or distributed in any form or by any means, or stored in a database or retrieval system, without prior written permission of the publisher.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Important Information WARRANTY STATEMENT High Voltage Warning Microwave Radiation Hazard ... 6 Magnetron Preheating About this User Manual INTRODUCTION CONVENTIONS USED HOW THIS USER MANUAL IS ORGANIZED ... 7 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE PACKING LIST 1. Radar Installation 1.1 PRELIMINARY 1.2 PREPARATION 1.3 PROCEDURE 1.4 RADAR JUNCTION BOX CONNECTIONS ... - Page 3 2.3.5 Compass Rose 2.3.6 EBL & VRM 2.3.6.1 Handling of EBL/VRM ... 24 2.3.7 Parallel Cursor 2.3.8 Center Offset 2.3.8.1 Handling of Center Offset ... 25 2.3.9 Status Bar 2.4 CHART FEATURES 2.4.1 Chart Overlay Mode ... 26 2.4.2 Chart Synchronization ... 26 2.4.3 Cursor Echo 2.5 GUARD ZONES 2.5.1 Handling of Guard Zone ...
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Page 4: Important Information
During the warranty period, Interphase Technologies, Inc. will repair or replace any component which fails in normal use without charges for parts or labor. To receive warranty service, the unit must be returned to an Interphase Technologies, Inc. Authorized Warranty Service Centre, freight charges prepaid along with a copy of the original retail purchase receipt. -
Page 5: About This User Manual
INTRODUCTION The Radar consists of a scanner unit which illuminates targets with microwave energy and then collects the returns from those targets. The scanner unit in- cludes the Radar antenna, transmitter, receiver and necessary electronics. The scanner unit must be connected to a chart plotter equipped with software capable of displaying the radar functions (see the table below). -
Page 6: If You Need Assistance
Technical specification and dimensions of the Radar. CHAPTER 5: Frequently Asked Questions The Analytical Index is at the end of this User Manual. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE If your chart plotter does not operate properly, please refer to the chart plotter User Manual. -
Page 7: Radar Installation
This chapters illustrates the instructions on electrical connections of the Radar and the necessary software settings to operate it. In order for the Radar to communicate with the Chart Plotter, the software configuration explained in the Par. 1.5 is mandatory. PRELIMINARY The scanner unit must be located so that passengers and crew are not exposed to the direct radar beam. -
Page 8: Radar Junction Box Connections
face. Check that each bolt (with lock washer and flat washer) protrude through the mounting surface at least 5/16 in. (8 mm) but less than 9/16 in. (15 mm). The scanner will be damaged if bolts protrude more than 9/ 16 in. - Page 9 Fig. 1.4a - Terminal Strip A Connection for RE-1/RE-8/RE-9 Fig. 1.4a1 - Terminal Strip A Connection for RE-10 Terminal Strip B IS TO BE CONNECTED TO POWER SUPPLY Do not omit the in-line fuse unless a dedicated and fused terminal is available. If so, install a 5 Amp fuse.
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Page 10: Jumper To Control Radar On/Off Operation
WIRE COLOR FUNCTION BLACK BROWN GRAY Fig. 1.4c1 - Connection to Port 2 for Quick Disconnect Bracket Cable 1.4.1 JUMPER TO CONTROL RADAR ON/OFF OPERATION RADAR POWERED ON ALL THE TIME Leave the jumper located at the top of Radar Junction Box mounted. This will keep power On at all times. -
Page 11: I/O Setup
1.5.1 I/O Setup Setting up the chart plotter I/O depends upon which port is used to connect the Radar. If you use the connecting cable supplied with the Radar, the Port2 is the default setting. In this case follow the procedure: [MENU] + "SETUP"... -
Page 12: Antenna Parking Position
You will need a hand held heading compass, then: Visually identify a Target, such as a buoy that can be seen towards the edge of the Radar screen. Determine the accurate heading of the Target relative to your ship's bow using the hand held compass. So subtract your ship heading from the Target visual heading. -
Page 13: Sector Transmission Off
right from the default setting. 1.5.4.3 Sector Transmission Off This is used to block transmission and target reflection in some special application for fixed installation like sea watching. Within this sector, targets can not be detected. Selecting the Sector Transmission Off from the menu: [MENU] + "TUNING"... -
Page 14: Automatic And Manual Tune
Fig. 1.5.4.4a - Transmission Trigger Delay tuning (II) Once the calibration has been performed, the calibration data is retained. How- ever if a Clear RAM operation is performed it may be necessary to repeat the calibration. IMPORTANT: This tuning is already done by the factory and thus it is in general not necessary to do it unless some components of the Radar have been changed. -
Page 15: Load Tuning From User C-Card
1.5.4.7 Load Tuning from User C-CARD Loads the complete settings from the User C-CARD and changes the active menu settings. Insert the User C-CARD into the slot, then follow the procedure: [MENU] + "TUNING" + [ENTER] + "LOAD TUNING FROM USER C-CARD" + [ENTER] User Manual... - Page 16 User Manual...
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Page 17: Functions
BASIC 2.1.1 Cross Cursor The Cross Cursor is a symbol that shows the cursor position on the screen. It is displayed when the Cursor Key is pressed and it is moved around the screen using the Cursor Key. It is automatically hidden when the Cross Cursor is not used for more than 5 seconds. -
Page 18: Orientation
[ZOOM OUT]. NOTE Changing scale takes about 5 seconds. To select the Radar Range value follow the procedure: [MENU] + "RANGE" + [ENTER] 2.1.4 Orientation The Radar orientation option allows for the choice of the display modes, Head Up (HU), North Up (NU) or Track Up (TU), that refers to the top of the screen as it is relates to the direction of the boat. -
Page 19: Sensitivity
To select the Sensitivity menu follow the procedure: [MENU] + "SENSITIVITY" + [ENTER] NOTE The Sensitivity menu can be also opened by pressing: [ENTER] directly from the Radar page when the Cross Cursor is not placed over any features. 2.2.1 Interference Rejection Reduces the interference caused by Radar signals from other Radar units. -
Page 20: Heading Marker
Cursor Window Fig. 2.3.1- The Cursor Window 2.3.2 Heading Marker The Heading Marker (HM) is the line from the own vessel’s position to the edge of the picture at the vessel’s current heading with respect to the North indicated by the compass. -
Page 21: Range Rings
Degree Scale To hide (Off) or unhide (On) the display of the Degree Scale follow the procedure: [MENU] + "RADAR FEATURES" + [ENTER] + "DEGREE SCALE" + [ENTER] 2.3.4 Range Rings The Range Rings are concentric rings centered on the ship position, equally spaced. Range Rings They are used to give an immediate idea of the range of targets from the ship. -
Page 22: Ebl & Vrm
Compass Rose Fig. 2.3.5- The Compass Rose in the default Radar picture NOTE Requires a heading and position sensor connected to the chart plotter To hide (Off) or unhide (On) the display of the Compass Rose follow the proce- dure: [MENU] + "RADAR FEATURES"... -
Page 23: Parallel Cursor
range using the Cursor Keys. Pressing [C the new range and bearing, pressing [C and bearing values. ]: disables the EBL/VRM. Up to 2 EBL/VRM's may be placed on the Radar screen at the same time. To turn EBL/VRM On or Off or to select 1 EBL/VRM, 2 EBL/VRM or both (1+2) EBL/VRM, follow the procedure: [MENU] + "RADAR FEATURES"... -
Page 24: Status Bar
NOTE In True Motion mode the user cannot change the screen center position. To set the Center Offset follow the procedure: [MENU] + "RADAR FEATURES" + [ENTER] + "CENTER OFFSET" + [ENTER] 2.3.9 Status Bar VAILABLE ONLY IN THE ADAR Allows to display the Status Bar on the screen. -
Page 25: Guard Zones
[MENU] + "CHART FEATURES" + [ENTER] + "CURSOR ECHO" + [ENTER] GUARD ZONES Your Radar allows a function to help you avoid a collision. It is possible to set an alarm to trigger when a target is within a specified zone, the Guard Zone. It is allowed to display up to 2 Guard Zones, Sector or Circular. - Page 26 User Manual...
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Page 27: Radar
This section will assist you to select the preferred Radar page. NOTE The Radar display page is available only if the Radar is connected and powered On, and the Radar is in Transmit mode (see Chapter 1). PAGES SELECTION To select the desired Radar page among the available pages press: [PAGE] + move the cursor up/down to select the preferred page + [ENTER] The Radar Full page Radar Split Data page... -
Page 28: Menu Handling On Full
RNG (Radar Range) and Range rings interval Current Heading Motion Mode and Heading Mode indication Gain and STC/FTC indication Expansion and Interference Rejection Guard Zone alarms and Trails Ship Speed Over Ground and Course Over Ground Ship Distance and Bearing from destination Ship Lat/Lon Cursor Window MENU HANDLING ON FULL PAGES... -
Page 29: Technical Specifications
This chapter provides specifications of the several types of Radar. RE-1 Antenna unit Power supply Power consumption Preheat times Aerial Peak power output Transmitting frequency Beam width (degree) Sidelobes Within +/-10° Rotation Pulse Length ( sec)/PRF (Hz) IF center frequency IF bandwidth Noise figure Operating Temperature... -
Page 30: Antenna Unit
Weight: 4.5 kg (10 lb) without cable Weight: 5.5 kg (12.5 lb) 10m cable included RE-8 Antenna unit Power supply Power consumption Preheat times Aerial Peak power output Transmitting frequency Beam width (degree) Sidelobes Within +/-10° Rotation Pulse Length ( sec)/PRF (Hz) IF center frequency IF bandwidth Noise figure... -
Page 31: Dimensions And Mounting
Dimensions and Mounting Weight: 8.1 kg (18.0 lb) Weight : 6.8 kg (15.0 lb) without RE-9 Antenna unit Power supply Power consumption Preheat times Aerial Peak power output Transmitting frequency Beam width (degree) Sidelobes Within +/-10° Rotation Pulse Length ( sec)/PRF (Hz) User Manual Fig. -
Page 32: Dimensions And Mounting
IF bandwidth Noise figure Operating Temperature Operation in wind (relative) Water Resistance Preheat times output (by 5 sec step) Dimensions and Mounting Weight: 9.7 kg (21.5lb) 10m cable included Weight: 8.4 kg (19.0lb) without cable : 6MHz M, M1 : 6MHz L, M2 : 3MHz L, L1... -
Page 33: Antenna Unit
RE-10 Antenna unit Power supply Power consumption Preheat times Aerial Peak power output Transmitting frequency Beam width (degree) Sidelobes Rotation Pulse Length ( sec)/PRF (Hz) S IF center frequency IF bandwidth Noise figure Operating Temperature Operation in wind (relative) Water Resistance Preheat times output (by 5 sec step) Dimensions and Mounting User Manual... - Page 34 Weight: 21.2 Kg (47lb) 4 feet Weight: 21.9 Kg (49lb) 5 feet Fig. 4.4a - Radar RE-10 (II) User Manual...
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Page 35: Frequently Asked Questions
I connected the Radar but the chart plotter doesn't show any Radar page, why? You probably didn't setup properly the I/O port to communicate with the Radar. Go into the I/O menu: [MENU] + "SETUP" + [ENTER] + "Input/Output" + [ENTER] and setup the I/O port to which you have connecter your Radar to support it. - Page 36 When and how should I adjust the Radar Trigger delay? At first installation. It is required to ensure the Radar is capable to perfectly measure ranges and avoid distortions. Please follow the procedure described at Par. 1.2.4.1. 5.10 When should I do the Radar tuning? Radar tuning is generally not necessary since it is already tuned at the factory.
- Page 37 5.19 Is a gyrocompass or flux gate compass better? The gyrocompass it is a better choice because it is faster but it is much more expensive. The flux gate compass is slower but it is much cheaper. Using a flux- gate you have to expect to see delays in the rotation of the chart when in Chart Overlay mode.
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Page 38: Analytical Index
Antenna unit ... 31, 32, 33, 35 calibration ... 13 Center Offset ... 25, 26 Chart Overlay ... 19 Chart Overlay Display Mode ... 26 Chart Synchronization ... 26 Compass Rose ... 23 Conventions ... 7 Cross Cursor ... 19 CTR ...
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