1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Nobeltec Manuals
  4. Radar
  5. IR2-HD2
  6. Installer's manual

Nobeltec IR2-HD2 Installer's Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Radar Installer's Guide
Discover the Nobeltec Line of Radar Products
InSight
Radar 2 (IR2)
™
(IR2-HD2 and Higher Models)
www.nobeltec.com
1/2011

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the IR2-HD2 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Nobeltec IR2-HD2

Summary of Contents for Nobeltec IR2-HD2

  • Page 1 Radar Installer’s Guide Discover the Nobeltec Line of Radar Products InSight Radar 2 (IR2) ™ (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) www.nobeltec.com 1/2011...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Recommended System Requirements ............2 InSight Radar Sample Installations ..............3 IR2 with Single Computer ................3 IR2 to a Nobeltec GlassBridge™ Network ............4 Dual IR2’s to a Nobeltec GlassBridge™ Network ........... 5 Installation at a Glance ................... 6 Chapter 2 - Getting Ready ......7 Inspections of the delivered goods ..............
  • Page 4 Chapter 4 - The PC Connection ......31 Determining Desired Box Connection Type ..........31 Installing Nobeltec Software ................. 32 Connecting Options ..................33 Option #1: Connecting IR2 directly to a PC ..........

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    All personnel involved in the installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic equipment, or those who train personnel on such equipment, have a duty to know the following safety precautions. Attention! Read Carefully Before Installation • Your vessel’s radar system has a power supply that can injure or kill. • Never assume power to the radar system is off. • Always consult your vessel’s wiring schematics. • Secure power to your vessel’s Radar System by placing the power breaker in the OFF or OPEN positions. • Remove all fuses (even spares) from circuits where a switch might unintentionally be closed. • Verify power is secured by testing the circuit with a multimeter. Nobeltec...
  • Page 6 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage • Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. It occurs when electronic components are handled improperly and can result in partial or entire failures. • Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when removing and replacing IR2 cables. • Ensure that the target computer chassis is electrically connected to the vessel’s ground. • Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it makes good skin contact. • Connect the clip to an unpainted surface of the target computer chassis frame to safely channel unwanted ESD voltages to the vessel’s ground. • To properly guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist strap and cord must operate effectively. • If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching the metal part of the target computer chassis. High Voltage • Do not assume that safety devices will always work. • Use grounding sticks and cables with high voltage circuits. • Use rubber gloves that have been tested within the last six months, when applicable. • Keep your feet clear of objects on the floor. • Stand on a rubber mat or non-conductive flooring. • Make sure another person qualified in first aid for electrical shock is available.
  • Page 7 Portions © 2004 - 2010 Koden Electronics Co.,Ltd. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, translated in any form by any means without the written permission of Nobeltec and/or Koden Electronics Co., Ltd. The technical descriptions contained in this publication are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 8 (Page intentionally left blank)

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    What is InSight Radar 2 (IR2)? IR2 is Nobeltec’s radar solution. It includes a special radar that transmits digital data through a converter box into a PC ready digital format. It also includes a special version of Nobeltec’s navigation software designed to work with this digital radar...

  • Page 10: System Configurations

    System Configurations IR2 communicates with a proprietary protocol through standard PC networking devices. The Nobeltec line of products takes advantage of all the power of the PC turning a standard or more rugged PC into the world’s most powerful navigation platform.

  • Page 11: Insight Radar Sample Installations

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Introduction InSight Radar Sample Installations IR2 with Single Computer Figure 1.2—IR2 with single computer Notes: Dashed Boxes indicate user supplied options. System Notes: • System must have either a combo GPS heading sensor or a separate digital compass. • Requires the PC to have a static IP address of 192.168.0.100 (or any other compatible IP address) for InSight Radar connection. • Number of NMEA inputs is 30 but if not set up properly, can overwhelm the PC communication ports. • GPS Gyro Heading sensor provides best results for Radar / Chart overlay. • For differences between VNS and Admiral, see “Specifications” section. Nobeltec...

  • Page 12: Ir2 To A Nobeltec Glassbridge™ Network

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Introduction Installer’s Guide IR2 to a Nobeltec GlassBridge™ Network Figure 1.3—IR2 to a Nobeltec GlassBridge Network Note: Nobeltec Navigation Software does not support wireless radar connec- tion. System notes: • System must have either a combo GPS heading sensor or a separate digital compass. • Requires approved Ethernet router/hub for proper InSight Radar operation. • IP Addresses are established dynamically by router using “DHCP” for InSight Radar connection. • Maximum of three monitors per PC.

  • Page 13: Dual Ir2'S To A Nobeltec Glassbridge™ Network

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Introduction • Nobeltec’s Network broadcasts NMEA data to all copies of Admiral on the network. • GPS Gyro Heading sensor provides best results for Radar / Chart overlay. Dual IR2’s to a Nobeltec GlassBridge™ Network Figure 1.4—IR2 to a Nobeltec GlassBridge Network System notes: • Same as single radar on network (prior page). Nobeltec...

  • Page 14: Installation At A Glance

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Introduction Installer’s Guide Installation at a Glance Below are the major steps for installing the Nobeltec InSight Radar solution. Use this as a guide for the installation process. • Step 1. Verify that you have everything. - (Installers Guide – Chapter 2) • Step 2. Install the radar and Control Box. - (Installers Guide – Chapter 3) • Step 3. Install Nobeltec software and configure IP address.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 - Getting Ready

    Group Product Antenna Part Antenna Type Cable # Control Name Name Radar Base # Power Size Length IR2-HD2 IR2-HD2 RB714A N/A (2 kW HD) Dome 17” 242J160680A MDS-5R 10 meter IR2-4D IR2-4D RB715A N/A (4 kW) Dome 25” / 2.1’...

  • Page 16: Standard Equipment List

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Getting Ready Installer’s Guide Standard Equipment List Nobeltec Part No. IR2-HD2 IR2-4D IR2-4x IR2-6.x IR2-12x IR2-25x Items Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty Antenna unit (RB714A) Antenna unit (RB715A) Antenna unit (RB716A) Antenna unit (RB717A) Antenna unit (RB718A) Antenna unit (RB719A)

  • Page 17: Optional Cable List

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Getting Ready Optional Cable List IR2-4x IR2-6x IR2-12x Cable length IR2-HD2 IR2-4D IR2-25x 10 meter (standard) 242J160680A 242J158055A 242J159098A 15 meter 242J160680B 242J158055B 242J159098B 20 meter 242J160680C 242J158055C 242J159098C 30 meter 242J160680D 242J158055D 242J159098D Checking the Power Supply To allow proper operation of the IR2 radars, the ship’s power supply capacity must satisfy the requirements detailed in the following table.
  • Page 18 Properly rated fuses must be used for a safe and proper operation of the IR2 radar sensor unit. Refer to the following tables for correct ratings of the fuses used in the respective models. Supply Voltage to Fuse Table for IR2-HD2 & IR2-4D Supply voltage used Main Fuse...

  • Page 19: Chapter 3 - Hardware Installation

    Chapter Hardware Installation Installing the Radar Base A radar’s target detection capacity varies greatly depending on the fitted position of the scanner. An ideal position is a location high above the ship’s keel line where there are no obstacles around the scanner. On an actual ship, such an ideal location is limited.

  • Page 20: Shifting Away From Obstacles

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Hardware Installation Installer’s Guide Shifting away from obstacles Shifting from keel line By shifting the scanner position from the keel line to the starboard side of the ship, it is possible to move shadow zones to the port side which can keep a clearer vision in the bow direction.

  • Page 21: Installing The Antenna Unit

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Hardware Installation Installing the Antenna Unit When you have decided the place of installation, prepare the mounting bracket or platform as shown in Figure 3.3. If the surface of a platform or mounting base is not even, insert appropriate fairing materials between the antenna pedestal and the mounting surface to ensure a stable mounting platform.
  • Page 22 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Hardware Installation Installer’s Guide Figure 3.5—Dome fixing details Figure 3.6—Open antenna fixing details Tip: Use sealing of silicon to prevent the bolts from becoming loose. Radome may be broken if you use locking putty. Table 3.1 Bolts for Mounting Scanner Unit (Radome antenna) Thickness of mount Bolts necessary to fix...
  • Page 23 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Hardware Installation Thickness of mount Bolts necessary to fix base radome scanner Material Remarks 9-14mm(0.35-0.55 in.) M10 × 25 (1.5mm pitch) Stainless Included 14-19mm(0.55-0.75 in.) M10 × 30 (1.5mm pitch) Stainless Table 3.2 Bolts for Mounting Scanner Unit (Open antenna) Thickness of mount Bolts necessary to fix base radome scanner...

  • Page 24: Installing The Antenna To The Base

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Hardware Installation Installer’s Guide Installing the Antenna to the Base Remove the protective cap covering the rotary coupler on the top of the scanner. Match the antenna radiation direction to the direction of the arrow markings on the rotation base and secure the antenna in position using four M8 bolts.
  • Page 25 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Hardware Installation Figure 3.8—Dimensions of the fixing hole positions Nobeltec...

  • Page 26: Connecting The Cables

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Hardware Installation Installer’s Guide Connecting the Cables There are four cables that need to be connected. Figure 3.9—General cabling diagram General considerations The cable connecting the antenna and control unit should already be attached to the antenna. By default these cables come in 10 meter lengths, however, longer cables are available and are typically installed at the factory. Should the need arise for you to replace the cable, use this section to understand how this occurs.

  • Page 27: Cable #1: Radar Cable - To Radar

    Remember: This side of Cable #1 is normally supplied already connected with 2kW models. All other radar models should follow the instruction listed below. Connections with IR2-HD2 Confirm that the power of the scanner unit is turned off. Next, remove the upper radome of the scanner unit, lifting upward not to touch the aerial inside.
  • Page 28 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Hardware Installation Installer’s Guide 5. Remove the holder plate for fixing the cable and the rubber ring. Thread the cable through the leading opening. Insert the rubber ring from both sides of the scanner unit, thread it through the holder plate and fix it to the aerial with the screws. 6. Connect the 7-pin connector of the cable to X11 of the printed circuit board and the 9-pin connector to X11 respectively. 7. Install the shield cover. At this moment, install the shield of the cable in the groove, using the shield cover. But, be careful for the cable not to be caught by the unit and the cover. Figure 3.11—Fitting the cover (Radome antenna)
  • Page 29 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Hardware Installation 8. Install the upper radome with caution not to touch the aerial. Orient the cover as shown in the illustration below. 4 markings indicating the screw positions are marked on the upper and lower radomes respectively. Install the radome, aligning these markings. Figure 3.12— Fitting the Radar Cable to the IR2-4D radome Nobeltec...

  • Page 30: Cable Connections For Open Scanner

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Hardware Installation Installer’s Guide Cable connections for OPEN scanner 1. Confirm that the power of the scanner unit is turned off. 2. Remove the front cover and the rear cover of the antenna drive block by loosening installation screws. 3. Loosen the fixing bolts of the TR block, disconnect each connector and remove the TR unit. At this moment, be careful for the magnetron not to attract metals. 4. Loosen the bolts at the bottom of the cabinet of the antenna drive block and remove the cable holder plate, washer, and waterproof rubber packing from the antenna drive block. 5. Pull the antenna cable into the cabinet, threading it through cable leading hole. 6. Install the cable holder plate, washer, waterproof rubber packing, which are removed in step 4, to the connection cable as shown in the illustration below. Remove the heat contraction tube at the foot of the cable. 7. Fix the cable with the holder plate. At this moment, fix the cable holder plate at one location. Next, tighten the shield wire of the antenna cable (with crimp-style terminal) together with the holder plate with the rest of the bolts. 8. Fix the antenna cable with the cable clamp which is fixed to the chassis of the TR unit. 9. Install the TR unit and connect the connectors removed in step 3. 10. Connect the 7-pin cable of the connection cable to X11 of the printed circuit board and the 9-pin connector to X12 respectively. 11. Install the front cover and rear cover. Figure 3.13—Fitting interconnecting cable (Open scanner)

  • Page 31: Grounding The Antenna Unit

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Hardware Installation Grounding the Antenna Unit Connect a grounding wire from one of the bolts on the scanner base as shown in Figure 3.14. (The crimping terminal and grounding wire are user-supplied items.) Figure 3.14—Grounding the Antenna Unit Cable #1: Radar Cable - to Control Box The other end of Cable #1 is connected to the Control Box.
  • Page 32 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Hardware Installation Installer’s Guide Cable #1: Radar Connector Cable Radar Side Control Box side IR2-4D: SCAN-RMD PCB X11 Radar Control Box IR2-4x, 6x, 12x: SCAN-OPN PCB Radar Connector Function Function Color Function +250V BP/SHF-R 17 Violet +250V +24V V/TRG +12V 17 Yellow Ground Ground SHIP’S +...

  • Page 33: Cable #2: Power Supply

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Hardware Installation Cable #2 - Power Supply Cable #2: Power Supply Connector: Color Function Black‘ White Grey Ground Power should be fed through a switch and protective fuses (or circuit breakers), as shown below. Figure 3.16 Typical power supply switch wiring. Warning: Do not apply over 41.6V to the Control Box or it may be damaged beyond repair! See the power table below to ensure the correct power sup- ply.
  • Page 34 8A(IR2-12x) 24 VDC 2.5A (IR2-HD2) (required for double speed 2.5A (IR2-4D) 18.6 to 41.6V support in Nobeltec Admiral) 3A(IR2-4x) 3.5A (IR2-6x) 4A(IR-12x) 5.4A (IR2-25x) Caution: AC power supply cannot be used. Plug the included power supply cable into the connector on the Control Box labeled “Power”.

  • Page 35: Cable #3: Power On/Off Switch

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Hardware Installation Cable #3: Power On/Off Switch Cable #3: Power On / Off Connector Pinouts Function Power + Power - You may use the On/Off switch provided or another style if desired. If you choose to use a different style, it must be rated for 30 VDC or more and have a carrying capacity of .1A or higher.

  • Page 36: Cable #4: Ethernet Connector Cable

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Hardware Installation Installer’s Guide Cable #4: Ethernet Connector Cable Cable #4: Ethernet Cable From Control Box to PC Function Termination Termination Termination Termination Ground 1 Ground 1 Figure 3.19 Cable #4: Control Box rear view The Ethernet connector cable is discussed in greater length in the next chapter. Changing the Dip Switch Settings The dip switch settings are set at the factory and should not need adjustment.
  • Page 37 Hardware Installation default IP address of the radar to prevent conflict with other devices in a network. Please contact Nobeltec Support before changing these settings. Record any changes made to the switches in the column labeled New Value below. Warning: Electronic circuits and memories are sensitive to static shock. Make sure that you are grounded to a static pad before opening the box and making any changes.
  • Page 38 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Getting Ready Installer’s Guide Dip Switch New Value Meeting S1-1 On=DHCP Client On Off = DHCP Client Off (always use encoded IP address) These switches changes the IP address of the box from the default value. (Make sure S1-8 is On) Value S1-2 S1-3 S1-4 S1-5 S1-6 Offset + 0 00000 S1-2 to S1-6 (Default) 00010 00010 00110 11111 S1 - 8 On = Default IP and Mac Address Off = Enable Custom IP Address...

  • Page 39: Chapter 4 - The Pc Connection

    Chapter The PC Connection Determining Desired Box Connection Type The IR2 Radar connects to the PC through the control box using an Ethernet type connection. The PC must have a network interface card (NIC) which looks like an oversized phone connector (RJ-45) on the back of most laptops and desktop com- puters.

  • Page 40: Installing Nobeltec Software

    Installing Nobeltec Software It is necessary to install this software even if you have Nobeltec software already loaded on your system. In addition to installing the Nobeltec software on a new computer, it can also upgrade existing Nobeltec Navigation Software to recognize, and operate the InSight Radar 2.

  • Page 41: Connecting Options

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide The PC Connection Tip: Notice that in the lower right corner, under the banner: “Including”, the InSight Radar components are installed. If you do not see this, chances are good that you have installed the wrong CD. Locate the correct CD and rein- stall.

  • Page 42: Option #2: Connecting Ir2 To An Existing Network

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) The PC Connection Installer’s Guide Option #2: Connecting IR2 to an existing network The second option for connecting the IR2 radar to a PC is through an existing network hub or router. With this solution, you should already have a network setup and operating that has a router or hub acting as a DHCP server to the PCs and other connected devices. Figure 4.3—InSight radar connected to a PC by an existing network hub or router Cautions: • The amount of non-radar network traffic can dramatically reduce the quality of the radar presentation. This is particularly true if using a wireless network or when using the network for high-bandwidth uses such as browsing the Internet or sharing files. • PC network installations can be significantly more complicated. Make sure to verify that the network is properly setup and running, and that a qualified network administrator is on-board. Other than limited phone support, Nobeltec is not able to provide support on Network installation or operation. • Wireless networks function with limited bandwidth and are susceptible to RF interference. Please check with Nobeltec for tested network components.

  • Page 43: Connecting Ir2 Directly To A Pc

    IP address, then the IR2 Control Box knows it is on a network and operates with the assigned IP address. It is then available by all copies of Nobeltec Admiral on the network. If after a minute no IP address is given, the IR2 Control box defaults to its backup IP address which is 192.168.0.1.
  • Page 44 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) The PC Connection Installer’s Guide 2. Once in the Control Panel, double-click the Network Connections icon (older versions of Windows call this by a slightly different name. It will be named similar to “Network and Dialup connections”). Figure 4.4—Network Connections window (Because PCs can connect to more than one network, you may see more than one Local Area Connection icon.) 3. Open the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, by double-clicking the Network icon that is going to be used to connect to the IR2. This opens the Connection Status window. (below left) 4. Now click on the Properties button to open the Connection Properties window (below middle).
  • Page 45 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide The PC Connection 5. Now click on the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item in the list and then on the Properties button as shown. This final step opens the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window (below right). TCP/IP Properties Connection Window Properties Window Connection Status Window Figure 4.5—Connection windows 6. Once in the TCP/IP Properties window, click on the option labeled Use the following IP address. Then In the address field, type the following information: IP Address 192.168.0.100 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Tip: In the event that your computer already has a local connection with the IP address listed above, change the last three digits of the IP address from 100 to any number between 002 and 099.

  • Page 46: Connecting Ir2 To An Existing Network

    Step 2: Configure your PC to talk to the router/hub Important Note: If you already have a network running and the PC with Nobeltec Navigation Software is currently operating on this network, you can skip this step and go straight to the section titled “Using the Radar Setup Wizard.
  • Page 47 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide The PC Connection 2. Once in the Control Panel, double click on the Network Connections icon. Again, older versions of Windows call this by a slightly different name. It will be named similar to “Network and Dial-up Connections”. Figure 4.6—Network Connections window (Because PCs can connect to more than one network, you may see more than one Local Area Connection icon.) 3. Open the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window by double-clicking the Network icon that is going to be used to connect to the IR2 (because PCs can connect to more than one network. You may see more than one Local Area Connection icon than in the image above). This opens the Connection Status window (bottom left image in Figure 4.7). 4. Next click the Properties button to open the Connection Properties window (middle image in Figure 4.7). 5. Next click the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item in the list and then the Properties button – as shown. This final step opens the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window (bottom right in Figure 4.7). Nobeltec...

  • Page 48: Using The Radar Setup Wizard

    Nobeltec Navigation Software connected to that network except the IR2 radar with which you want to connect. Because Nobeltec Admiral can only work with a single radar at a time, multiple radars on the same network require...
  • Page 49 1. Click on the Start button on your Windows task bar; then select Programs | Nobeltec | Radar Wizard. Figure 4.8—Open the Radar Wizard from the Start menu Remember: If the Radar Setup Wizard is not in the Nobeltec program group you have not installed the Nobeltec Navigation Software with the Insight Radar module. Check to make sure that you installed the correct CD.
  • Page 50 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) The PC Connection Installer’s Guide - The Radar Setup Wizard will search your available serial ports for incoming information, including your GPS and heading sensor. Continue stepping through the Radar Setup Wizard making sure to closely follow the instructions. Figure 4.10—Search for Radar window Tip: When you run the Radar Setup Wizard make sure that your GPS, head- ing sensor and the radar are all properly installed, turned on and connected to your computer.

  • Page 51: Initial Radar Setup

    Longer cable runs generally require a higher trigger delay setting. To do so, start the Nobeltec charting software and open the Insight Radar window. Once it is open and displaying a radar image, adjust the Transmit Trigger Delay by clicking on the Radar drop-down menu then on the Initial Radar Setup option.

  • Page 52: Aligning The Radar Image

    The most typical is magnetic interference on the boat. The engine block, a large anchor and rode, and even electronics can create magnetic interference. The Nobeltec Navigation Software allows you to enter in a deviation table that tells the software how to adjust the incoming heading data to compensate for these local deviations.
  • Page 53 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide The PC Connection Remember: aligning the radar with a chart is not a perfect science. Remember that a chart is a hydrographers artistic view of the coastline and surrounding navigable information. A radar on the other hand is a real depiction of what is being returned and interpreted by the radar.
  • Page 54 Remember: Make sure you have a heading sensor connected to the PC. Without a heading sensor, the Nobeltec Navigation Software cannot align the image correctly onto the chart. To see if you have heading connected, add the Heading console item to the console and verify that it does not read N/A under Tools | Options | Console | Heading check box.
  • Page 55 Due to magnetic interferences and other considerations, magnetic compasses can provide inaccurate information. To complicate this matter, the level of heading inaccuracy can change at each compass heading. To resolve this, inside the Nobeltec Navigation Software is a table that allows you to enter correction values at each 5°...

  • Page 56: Setting The Radar Presets

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) The PC Connection Installer’s Guide Figure 4.16—Compass Deviation Adjustment Tool 2. Steer to magnetic North. 3. With a chart window open with radar overlay turned on, observe how the radar lines up with the chart. If the radar does not line up correctly, use the screen above to rotate the radar image to the chart. Once lined up, click the Add button to add this value to the deviation table. 4. Now, change the vessel heading to another heading and repeat the process until you feel confident that the radar image lines up with the chart at each heading. Setting the Radar Presets The auto gain and auto sea functions allow for hands free operation of the radar. As with any other setting on the radar, these modes must be properly set up in order to operate correctly.
  • Page 57 Follow the instructions below to adjust specific preset values on the radar. Auto Tune Preset Controls The Nobeltec radar is always in auto tune mode. In order to optimize the image, it is necessary to set the auto tune preset to make sure you are receiving the best quality image possible.
  • Page 58 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) The PC Connection Installer’s Guide Setting the Auto Sea Clutter Preset The Auto Sea function adjusts the image to dynamically compensate for changing sea state due to wind or swells. The radar evaluates the type of echoes returned and more sea clutter control is applied from the center going out on the image. One...
  • Page 59 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide The PC Connection Follow these steps to adjust the Harbor Sea clutter preset: 1. Set the radar range to 1NM. 2. Click and depress the Auto Sea toolbar button. 3. Select the Adjust Radar Presets function by right clicking on the radar image window or from the Radar menu. 4. Set the harbor sea preset to 10. Set the STC Curve preset to 4. Click OK. 5. Manually adjust the gain until you get secondary echoes throughout the image (make sure your radar color selection allows you discern between strong and weak echoes). 6. Go into the Adjust Radar Presets function again. 7. Adjust the harbor sea preset value up until most of the weak echoes are eliminated. Click 8. Adjust the radar range to 1/8NM and verify that strong echoes from nearby vessels or land are not eliminated. If land or vessel echoes are small or have been eliminated, follow the above steps to decrease the harbor sea clutter preset. STC Curve The STC Curve function allows you to control the Sea Clutter profile of the radar.
  • Page 60 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) The PC Connection Installer’s Guide profile is too low. On the other hand if you notice that echoes disappear too quickly when applying sea clutter, the STC profile may be too high.

  • Page 61: Chapter 5 - Product Specifications

    Chapter Product Specifications Radar Specifications IR2-HD2 IR2-4D IR2-4x IR2-6x IR2-12x IR2-25x 17” 25” 41” / 53” 53” / 78” 53” / 78” 53” / 78” / 108” 1.4’ 2.1’ 3.5’ / 4.5’ 4.5’ / 6.8’ 4.5’ / 6.8’ 4.5’ / 6.8’ / 9’ Antenna Radome Radome Open Open Open Open Peak power output 2 kW 4 kW 6 kW 12 kW 25 kW Transmit frequency 9445 ±30 MHz 9410 ±30 MHz Beam Width Horizontal 6.0°...
  • Page 62 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Product Specifications Installer’s Guide IR2-HD2 IR2-4D IR2-4x IR2-6x IR2-12x IR2-25x Operating Temperature -25° to +55° C (-13° to +131° F) Wind Force 100 Knots Relative Water resistance CFR-46 IPX6 (IEC60945) Range Standard 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, 36 scales 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, (nm) Longer 48,64 48,64,72 48,64,72,96 Minimum range Better than 25m (82 feet) at 1/8 nm range Range discrimination Better than 25m (82 feet) Range accuracy Better than 8m (26 feet) or 0.9% of max range of scale in use. Bearing accuracy Better than 1° Other functions Gain, STC, FTC, interference rejection, target expansion Interface Specification (Control Box to PC)

  • Page 63: Interface Specification (Control Box To Pc)

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Product Specifications Power Supply Specification IR2-HD2 IR2-4D IR2-4x IR2-6x IR2-12x IR2-25x Voltage supply 10.8 to 41.6 VDC 18.0 to 41.6 VDC Power consumption 45 watts or 55 watts 70 watts 80 watts 90 watts or 130 watts or less less or less or less or less less Preheat time 120 seconds 180 seconds Compass Safe Distance Component Type Name...
  • Page 64 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Product Specifications Installer’s Guide Environmental Specification To the requirements of IEC 60945 3rd Edition. The major environmental specifica- tions are as follows: Temperature and humidity Operating Storage Temperature Temperature Humidity Antenna Unit -25° to +55°C +77°C 93% ± 3% at +40°C Radar Base -15°...
  • Page 65 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Product Specifications Data Communications Speed and Description Port #: UDP Port #: 10001 Subnet: 255.255.255.0 InSight Radar (IR2) Bandwidth Consump- Single Speed: Avg: 3 Mbps tion** Double Speed: Avg 5 Mbps (consumption is per radar) Data Sharing Port UDP Port #: 54,222...

  • Page 66: Dimensions And Weight

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Product Specifications Installer’s Guide Dimensions and Weight IR2-4D Figure 5.1—IR2-4D...

  • Page 67: Ir2-4.2 And Ir2-4.4

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Product Specifications IR2-4.2 and IR2-4.4 Figure 5.2—IR2-4.3 and IR2-4.4 Nobeltec...

  • Page 68: Ir2-6.4, Ir2-6.6, Ir2-12.4 And Ir2-12.6

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Product Specifications Installer’s Guide IR2-6.4, IR2-6.6, IR2-12.4 and IR2-12.6 Figure 5.3—IR2 6x and 12x...

  • Page 69: Ir2-25.4, Ir2-25.6 And Ir2-25.9

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Product Specifications IR2-25.4, IR2-25.6 and IR2-25.9 Figure 5.4—IR2-25x Nobeltec...

  • Page 70: Radar Control Box (Md5-5R And Mds-6R)

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Product Specifications Installer’s Guide Radar Control Box (MD5-5R and MDS-6R) Figure 5.5—Radar Control Box...

  • Page 71: Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting

    Chapter Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Direct Connections Test the Connection without the Radar Wizard If the Radar wizard is unable to see the IR2, you can try to find the radar with a ping. 1. Turn on the radar and wait for one to two full minutes while the radar decides to use its default IP address. 2. Reboot your computer. 3. Once everything is up and running, select Start > Run from your Taskbar. 4. In the Open field type Ping 192.168.0.1 –t. 5. This sends a “Hello – are you there” type message to the radar. You should see the following screen:...

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting Network Connections

    InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Troubleshooting Installer’s Guide 6. Once satisfied that the radar is responding, you can end the Ping command by clicking the X button in the upper right corner (like any other window) or by pressing <Ctrl> + <C>. One of the following indicates that there maybe something wrong with the connec- tion: • The list does not scroll as shown in the preceding image. • The message “Hardware error” or “Request timed out” appears. • A message other than “Reply from 192.168.0.1:….” appears. If an error exists, check the following: 1. The computer and the IR2 Control box are connected with a crossover cable and not a straight through cable. 2. The Network Interface Card software is installed correctly. 3. The power is turned on to the radar and has been for at least one full minute.
  • Page 73 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Installer’s Guide Troubleshooting 2. The Router/hubs that Nobeltec recommends you use allow you to view the DHCP table to obtain all the devices on the network. Using this tool for your Router/hub, locate the IP address of the IR2 Radar. It will be in the list as: RadarSensor, as shown in the images below. Nobeltec...
  • Page 74 InSight Radar (IR2) (IR2-HD2 and Higher Models) Troubleshooting Installer’s Guide 3. With this particular Linksys router, type the IP address of the router into the Internet Explorer address field to get to its diagnostic pages. Click the Status tab to display the image. The DHCP Clients table button shows the entire list of devices on the network as shown below: 4. The RadarSensor is clearly identified with its accompanying IP address. 5. Select Start > Run from the Taskbar. 6. In the Open field type 192.168.1.101 –t. 7. This sends a “Hello – are you there” message to the radar. You should see the following window. After you are satisfied that the radar is responding, you can terminate the Ping command by clicking the X button in the upper right corner (like any other window) or by pressing <Ctrl> + <C>.

  • Page 75: Frequently Asked Questions

    Record/Playback. Select Record, and the software will ask you for a file name. The extension for the existing IR2 radar is .RAD. Please zip your playback file and e-mail to support@nobeltec.com with a description of your problem. Q: My radar image occasionally looks “smeared”. What is causing this?
  • Page 76 A: There are a number of factors to consider when connecting the IR2 into an exist- ing network. Nobeltec has created a special document to cover issues related to network installations. This guide can be downloaded or printed from the Nobeltec website.

  • Page 77: Legal Disclaimer & Limited Warranty

    Legal Disclaimer & Limited Warranty Legal Disclaimer & Limited Warranty Nobeltec® does not warrant that the InSight Radar (IR2)™ is error free or that it is compatible with products manufactured by any other company than Nobeltec. The Nobeltec InSight Radar (IR2) works in conjunction with Nobeltec Navigation Software, as well as other digitized chart data and electronic information, which may contain errors.
  • Page 78 If Nobeltec repairs or replaces a product, the warranty is not extended. Nobeltec owns all replaced parts and products. To be covered by this warranty, the Nobeltec InSight Radar (IR2) must have been in normal use. The warranty does not apply to units with defects caused by improper...
  • Page 79 Nobeltec (see Back Cover for contact information). 3. RETURNING MATERIAL TO Nobeltec: Return your product to Nobeltec ONLY if you cannot receive service from your original dealer as described in Step 2 – GETTING SERVICE on this page. From North America only: a) Contact Nobeltec to obtain an RMA number (see Step 2a above) b) Pack the unit securely, in the original box if possible.
  • Page 80 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Nobeltec, who shall not be liable for techni- cal or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or conse- quential damages resulting from furnishing this material;...
  • Page 81 (Page intentionally left blank)
  • Page 82 Printed in USA Press Date: January 2011 © 2011 Nobeltec, Inc. All rights reserved. 1/2011...

Table of Contents