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Note 2: The information within the handbook is complete and up-to-date, except that the EC Declaration of Conformity will be replaced (except for 10kW) with new versions after assessment of the current CE application. Raymarine Limited. Registered in England. Company No. 1177969 Registered Office: Anchorage Park, Portsmouth PO3 5TD...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Pathfinder Radar Scanners Owners Handbook January 2002 Intended Use The scanner units detailed in this handbook form part of naviga- tional radar systems intended for light marine use. These radar systems are only an aid to navigation. WARNING: The 4D radome scanner connected to an SL70, SL70 PLUS or SL70RC PLUS 7"...
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This radar unit should not be relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and judgement. Raymarine products are supported by a network of Authorized Service Representatives. For information on Raymarine products and services, contact either of the following: United States Raymarine Inc.
Both labels should be stuck to the warranty registration card. EMC Conformance All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the leisure marine environment. The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and acces-...
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European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Product Name: Raymarine 2D – 2kW (8-Pulse Width), 18" Radome Scanner Unit Product Number(s): M92650, from S/n 1112000 Ancillary Units...
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Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 2D – 2kW (8-Pulse Width), 18" Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details...
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European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Product Name: Raymarine 4D – 4kW (8-Pulse Width), 24" Radome Scanner Unit Product Number(s): M92652, from S/n 1112000 Ancillary Units...
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Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 4D – 4kW (8-Pulse Width), 24" Radome Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details...
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European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Product Name: Raymarine or Raytheon 4kW Open Array Scanner Unit Product Number(s): M92654 Ancillary Units...
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Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine or Raytheon 4kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details of these...
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European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Product Name: Raymarine or Raytheon 10kW Open Array Scanner Unit Product Number(s): M92655 Ancillary Units...
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Declaration of Conformity – Schedule of Ancillary Equipment and Radar Systems The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine or Raytheon 10kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems given below. Details of these...
Maintenance ..............39 Warnings ................. 39 Routine Checks ............... 39 Servicing and Safety ............39 Problem Solving ............. 40 Technical Support: ............41 How to Contact Raymarine (US) ........41 How to Contact Raymarine (Europe) ......42 Worldwide Support ............43...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Appendix A: Specification ..............45 2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit ........45 4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit ........47 5S and 9S 48" Open Array Scanner Unit ......49 7S and 11S 72" Open Array Scanner Unit ...... 52 Index...
Chapter 1: Overview Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 Introduction This handbook provides instructions to assist you in the installation and set up of the following radar scanners: 2D 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner 4D 24" 4 kW Radome Scanner 48" 4 kW Open Array Scanner 72"...
It also provides information on maintenance and what to do if you have problems. EMC installation guidelines All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the leisure marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate...
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Raymarine equipment. D3548-4 Connections to Other Equipment If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be fitted to the cable close to the Raymarine unit.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners 1.2 Unpacking and inspecting the components Unpack your system carefully, to prevent damage to the equipment. It is good practice to save the carton and packing for future use, in case you need to return the unit for service. Check that you have all the correct system components.
Chapter 1: Overview 1.3 Selecting the scanner unit site This section provides information that affects the possible locations of the scanner, and its position relative to the display unit and to the power supply. The dimensions of the each scanner unit are shown in the following diagrams.
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Rear 302.5 mm (11.9 in) 151.25 mm (5.95 in) 468 mm (18.4 in) dia. Rear Weight: 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs) Compass safe distance: 1 m (33 in) 18" R ome Scanner 141.5 mm (5.6 in) D3224_4 Rear 402 mm (15.8 in) 185.15 mm (7.3 in) 599 mm (23.6 in) dia.
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Chapter 1: Overview Open Array Scanners 48"- 1306 mm (51.4 in), 72"- 1928 mm (75.9 in) Centre of rotation Centre of rotation 100 mm (4 in) 427 mm (16.8 in) 296 mm (11.65 in) 150 mm (6 in) Weight Pedestal: 24 kg (53.0 lb) 48"...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners • Access: The scanner unit site should be easily accessible to allow maintenance to be carried out safely. • Magnetic compass: Mount the scanner unit at least 1 m away from a magnetic compass. • Cable run: The maximum length of cable between the display unit and the scanner unit should not normally exceed 20 m (60 ft) for radome scanners, or 15 m (45 ft) for open array scanners.
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Make sure that the platform surface is flat and the scanner unit drain hole (radome scanners) is not obstructed. Raymarine recommends that radome scanner units are best suited for sailboat operation as open array systems are more difficult to protect from ropes and sails.
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Setting the radiation plane The scanner unit should be mounted so that the array rotates parallel to the waterline. The radar beam is approximately 25° wide in the vertical direction, providing good target detection during the vessel’s pitching and rolling.
• Fit a ferrite on each side of the join. The specific ferrite to use depends on the cable type - contact Raymarine for details. • Take care not to damage any of the wires. Make sure that all the...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners If you are mounting the scanner on the mast of a sailboat, and will need to unstep the mast, you should install a suitable junction box inside the boat. On a radome scanner, the junction box should provide an 11- or 13- way terminal strip, depending on the number of power cores in your cable, with a 10 A rating.
Chapter 1: Overview Radome scanner cables Inter-unit cable The length of the supplied cable should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels. For longer runs, additional or replacement cables are available, which have 4 power cores to minimize voltage drops over the longer cable run: these optional cables include 5 m and 10 m extension cables, and a 25 m replacement cable.
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Power cable The radome radar systems are intended for use on ships’ DC power systems operating in the 10.7 to 32 V DC range (that is, 12 V and 24 V systems, not 32 V systems). A 1.5 m (5 ft) power cable is supplied (with the display unit) for connecting the ship’s DC power to the radar scanner via the display unit.
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Chapter 1: Overview Table 1-4: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems - 18" Radome Scanner Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core (each core) 10.0 AWG: 10 m Light 14.0 20.0 35.0 10 m Light + 5 m ext 12.0 10 m Light + 10 m ext Do NOT extend the power cable...
10 kW scanner systems cannot be used directly with 12 V systems; they require a 12 V to 24 V converter rated to 180 W. Contact your authorized Raymarine dealer or distributor for details. 12 V Systems (4 kW scanners only)
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10 kW open array scanner systems cannot be used directly with 12 V systems; they require a 12 V to 24 V converter rated to 180 W. Contact your authorized Raymarine dealer or distributor for details. Open array scanners draw considerable power from the vessels power source, especially in high wind speeds.
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The table below gives the recommended wire gauge for different power cable extension lengths. Raymarine recommends that power is fed directly from the output of the battery isolator switch via its own dedicated cable system.
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Chapter 1: Overview Table 1-8: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24/32 V Systems - 4 kW Scanners Power Cable Core Size (each core) 10.0 AWG: 4 kW Scanners 16.0 Table 1-9: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24 V Systems - 10 kW Scanners Inter-Unit Cable(s) Power Cable Core (each core)
10 mm. It will then be clear of the flat surface and can still perform its function. Note: If you are using a Raymarine mast mount bracket, the surface is pre-prepared. Note: If you are mounting the scanner on a flat surface, you may find it easier to fit the drain tube, as described in the following section, be- fore securing the scanner.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners Scanner base Bitumen washer Mounting bracket or mounting surface Greased mounting bolt D3995-3 You may need to use longer M8 mounting bolts to secure the scan- ner if you have used shims to lower the radar beam. Connecting the radome scanner inter-unit cable CAUTION: Before wiring the scanner unit, make sure that the inter-unit...
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Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner Inner cover (24" only) D4006-4 4. Remove the drain tube from inside the base of the scanner, and insert it into the drain hole as shown in the following diagram. Pull the tube gently from outside the scanner so that it clips into place.
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners 5. Referring to the following illustration, remove the securing nut (1) from the watertight gland (2) and grommet (3), where the inter-unit cable (4) will enter the base. White wire D3230-5 1 Securing nut 2 Gland 3 Grommet 4 Inter-unit cable 5 Eight-way plug 6 Eight-way socket 7 Power cores (2 or 4) 8 Terminal clamp 9 Screwdriver 10 Earthing clamp 11 Top clamp 12 Clamp screws 6.
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Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 9. Connect the red “+”and black “-” power cores (7). If you have a 10 m or light 15 m inter-unit cable, there is one pair of cores. Connect the red cable lead to one of the terminal sockets marked “+”, and the black cable lead to one of the sockets marked “-”.
Installation of the open array scanner should only be undertaken by a competent installer. If you have any difficulty with the installation, please contact your local Raymarine dealer or distributor. The open array scanner is supplied in two sections; the pedestal unit and the antenna.
Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner Securing the pedestal to the mounting platform 1. Using the paper template supplied with the scanner mounting kit, mark the flat mounting surface with the holes and drill as indi- cated on the template. Refer to Section 1.2 when selecting the scanner unit site.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners Pedestal Lifting eye IMPORTANT Bitumen washer, MUST be sticky side down on mounting platform Mounting platform M10 stud length = 52 mm 32 mm max. plus platform depth M10 plain washer M10 spring washer M10 nut D4573-4 Connecting the open array scanner inter-unit cable CAUTION: Before wiring the scanner unit check that it is securely mounted...
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Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner 4. Slide the cable through the gland nut, washer and grommet, then into the base. Carefully remove the heat shrink shroud, ensuring that you do not damage the cable. 5. Ensure the exposed braid is positioned in the p-clip to provide an earth, then clamp securely into position.
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners 1. Preparation of Wires 1. Remove the protective sleeve to a length of 535 mm ± 10 mm. 2. Using wire cutters, carefully remove the earthing braid to a length of 500 mm ± 10 mm. 3. Prepare co-axial wire as shown. 5-6 mm strip length Black power wires Exposed braid...
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Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner and the black cable leads to the terminal socket marked “-”, with one lead in each socket. The terminal clamps are operated using a screwdriver as shown in the inset diagram. Signal connector Grey Purple Blue Green Yellow...
Pathfinder Radar Scanners Fitting the open array to the pedestal CAUTION: The pedestal unit has a cap fitted over the open array mounting shaft to protect the protuding co-axial pin. This cap must be left in place until the open array is fitted to the pedestal. 1.
The power connection to the radar should be made at either the output of the battery isolator switch, or at a DC power distribution panel. Raymarine recommends that power is fed directly to the radar via its own dedicated cable system and MUST be protected by a thermal circuit breaker or fuse, fitted close to the power connection.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners CAUTION: If you do not have a thermal circuit breaker or fuse in your power circuit, e.g. fitted to the DC distribution panel, you MUST fit an in-line breaker or fuse to the positive (red) lead of the power cable.
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Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner Front view of Front view of Radome Display Cable Connector Scanner Cable Connector Not fitted on Open Array Scanners (refer to Section 2.2) Display Scanner White White Video Video Black Black Video Rtn Video RTN Black Orange Tx Trigger +...
Pathfinder Radar Scanners Display unit connection CAUTION: Do not use an open array scanner with an SL70, SL70 PLUS or SL70RC PLUS 7" LCD display unit. Failure to observe this may result in permanent damage to the display unit. 10 kW open array scanners cannot be directly connected to 12 V systems.
Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance Once you have installed your radar scanner and display unit, and made all the connections, you need to check your installation. You can then set up the radar system, align the scanner and check the display timing.
If the Radar Set Up menu option ANTENNA SIZE is not available, then you have an older version of display software. The 72" open array scanner will operate correctly with this display. However, for details on adjusting the open array stopping-position, please contact your authorized Raymarine dealer or distributor.
Raymarine equipment should be serviced only by authorized Raymarine service technicians. They will ensure that service pro- cedures and replacement parts used will not affect performance. There are no user serviceable parts in any Raymarine product. • Some products generate high voltages, so never handle the cables/connectors when power is being supplied to the equip- ment.
3.3 Problem Solving All Raymarine products are subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programmes prior to packing and shipping. However, if this unit should develop a fault, please refer to the following table to identify the most likely cause and the corrective action required to restore normal operation.
Technical Services are available Monday through Friday 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Please have the Raymarine item or part number ready when calling if placing an order. If you are not sure which item is appropriate for your unit, you should first contact the Technical Support Department at: 1-800-539-5539 ext.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners For Product Repair and Service In the unlikely event your Raymarine unit should develop a problem, please contact your authorized Raymarine dealer for assistance. The dealer is best equipped to handle your service requirements and can offer time saving help in getting the equipment back into normal operation.
Installation chapter of this manual, and have the Raymarine part number ready when speaking with your dealer. If you are uncertain about what item to choose for your Raymarine unit, please contact our Customer Services Department prior to placing your order.
Appendix A: Specification Appendix A:Specification 2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to 1999/5/EC, EN60945 FCC - conforms to Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Φ468 x 227 mm (18.4 x 8.9 in) Dimensions Weight 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs) Input Voltage 8.7 - 32 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Antenna Antenna Type Patch array Beam Width (nominal) 5.2° horizontal, 25° vertical Polarization Horizontal Antenna Side lobes Less than -22 dB Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter &...
Appendix A: Specification 4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 FCC - conforms to Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Φ599 x 227 mm (23.6 x 8.9 in) Dimensions Weight 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs) Input Voltage 8.7 - 32 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Antenna Antenna Type Patch array Beam Width (nominal) 3.9° horizontal, 25° vertical Polarization Horizontal Antenna Side lobes Less than -22dB Rotation Rate 24 rpm (nominal) Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter &...
Appendix A: Specification 5S and 9S 48" Open Array Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 FCC - conforms to Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Pedestal: 427 x 296 x 406 mm (16.8 x 10.5 x 16 in) Array: 1306 mm (51.4 in) length Weight...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners 9S Transmitter - 10 kW Input Voltage 16 - 44 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 11 W Standby 80 W Typical operation in light winds 95 W Max. operation in 50 Kt winds 140 W Max. operation in 100 Kt windS Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/–...
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Appendix A: Specification Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz Note: If the scanner is bought for use with an existing display, contact your dealer/service agent for the latest display software to ensure you can use all the open array scanner features.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners 7S and 11S 72" Open Array Scanner Unit General Approvals CE - conforms to 1995/5/EC, EN60945 FCC - conforms to Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Dimensions Pedestal: 427 x 296 x 406 mm (16.8 x 10.5 x 16 in) Array: 1918 mm (75.5 in) length Weight...
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Appendix A: Specification 11S Transmitter - 10 kW Input Voltage 20 - 44 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 11 W Standby 80 W Typical operation in light winds 117 W Max. operation in 50 Kt winds 179 W Max. operation in 100 Kt windS Transmitter Frequency 9410 +/–...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Receiver IF Frequency 60 MHz (nominal) Receiver Characteristic Semi-log Receiver Noise Figure Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) Receiver Bandwidth 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz Note: If the scanner is bought for use with an existing display, contact your dealer/service agent for the latest display software to ensure you can use all the open array scanner features.
Index Index Grounding the System 33 Help from Raytheon Alignment Europe 42 Bearing 38 US 41 Position of 72" Open Array Scanner Worldwide 43 High Voltage i Bearing Alignment 38 Inter-unit Cable 4, 11, 12 Open Array 16, 29 Cable Runs 11 Radome 13, 22 Cables Extension 4...
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Pathfinder Radar Scanners Radar System Grounding 33 Typical System Diagram 1 Radome Scanner 18" iii, 1, 45 24" iii, 1, 47 Connections 22 Mounting 21 Rejoining Cables 11 Routine Checks 39 Safety - and Servicing 39 Electromagnetic Energy i High Voltage i Navigation Aid ii Scanner i Connections 34...
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During this period, except for certain products, travel costs (auto mileage and tolls) up to 100 round trip highway miles (160 kilometres) and travel time of 2 hours, will be assumed by Raymarine only on products where proof of installation or commission by authorized service agents, can be shown.
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Factory Service Centers United States of America UK, Europe, Middle East, Far East Raymarine Inc Raymarine Ltd 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Anchorage Park, Portsmouth Nashua, NH 03063-4219, USA PO3 5TD, England Telephone: +1 603 881 5200 Telephone: +44 (0)23 9269 3611...
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