Chapter 4: Commissioning The System; Introduction; Pre-Start Checks - Raymarine C120 Installation Manual

Chapter 4: Commissioning the system

Chapter 4: Commissioning the system

4.1 Introduction

This chapter details the commissioning of your C-Series Display and includes the
following:
• Required input.

• Pre-start checks.

• Initial power on procedure
• Radar checks and alignment.
• Chart application checks.
• Fishfinder checks.
• AIS.
• Navtex.
4.2 Pre-start checks
Before you perform any functional tests, please carry out the following pre-start
checks:
Radar
• Check that the scanner has been installed in accordance with the instructions con-
tained in the relevant handbook. All securing bolts should be fully tightened and
any mechanical locking arrangements, as specified, are in place.
• Ensure scanner and power connections have been made.
• If an open array is fitted, ensure that power is connected through a split cable to a
suitable circuit breaker and that the power switch located on the pedestal is set to
ON.
• All connecting wires are secured and protected as necessary.
If you are the boat's owner and have installed the radar system, ask an authorized Ray-
Note:
marine dealer to check the installation before going to sea.
WARNING:Electromagnetic energy
The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy. Ensure that the
scanner has been installed according to the recommendations in the
relevant scanner handbook. Ensure all personnel are clear of the scanner,
before switching to transmit mode.
Fishfinder
Ensure that the transducer cable is securely connected into the DSM 250 or
300.
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