Page 2 - Trademarks and registered trademarks
Trademarks and registered trademarks Autohelm, HSB, Raymarine, RayTech, RayTech RNS, Sail Pilot, SeaTalk and Sportpilot are registered trademarks of Raymarine Limited. Apelco is a registered trademark of Raymarine Holdings Limited (Registered in all major marketing territories). AST, Autoadapt, Auto...
Page 3 - Contents
Contents i Contents Important information ................................................................1 Introduction........................................................................................... 1Intended use .............................................................................
Page 5 - Important information; Introduction; WARNING; Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard
Important information 1 Important information Introduction This handbook contains an explanation of how to install, connect andmaintain your radome scanner and covers the following models: • RD218 - 18” 2kW Radome scanner. • RD424 - 24” 4 kW Radome scanner. Your radar has been designed and manufactu...
Page 6 - Radome Scanners - Users Guide; FCC Notice; be aware of how to dispose of this product.; EMC conformance; High Voltage; Product installation
2 Radome Scanners - Users Guide FCC Notice Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved in writing by Raymarine Inc., could violate compli-ance withFCC rules and void the operator’s authority to operate the equipment. Waste Electrical and Electronic EquipmentDirective The Waste...
Page 7 - Display software version
Important information 3 Display software version For operation of your scanner, the display unit requires the appropriatesoftware version. These are: • E Series displays - Version 3.03 or later. • C Series displays - Version 3.01 or later. The software version can be confirmed by switching on the di...
Page 9 - Installation; EMC installation guidelines; For optimum EMC performance, it is recommended wherever possible:; Suppression ferrite
Installation 5 Installation EMC installation guidelines All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industrystandards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate ElectromagneticCompatibility (EMC) standards, but correc...
Page 10 - What tools do I need to install the scanner?
6 Radome Scanners - Users Guide What’s in the box? Components are dependant on your system package, but are either: • 18” 2 kW Radome scanner and 15 m light cable, or • 24” 4 kW Radome scanner and 15 m heavy cable. • Fixing bolts and washers. • Grease. • Handbook. What tools do I need to install the...
Page 11 - How big is the scanner?; 8” Radome scanner
Installation 7 How big is the scanner? 18” Radome scanner 24” Radome scanner 346 mm (13.62 in) diameter 521 mm (20.5 in) diameter 233 mm (9.17 in) D8566-1 247 mm (9.7 in) 116.5 mm (4.58 in) 141.5 mm (5.57 in) 27.5 mm (0.92 in) D8567-1 247 mm (9.7 in) 233 mm (9.17 in) 116.5 mm (4.58 in) 141.5 mm (5.5...
Page 12 - Planning the installation
8 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Planning the installation Mount the scanner as high as possible above the waterline for better long range performance, but make sure it: • is above head height. • is easily accessible. • is as near to the boat’s centerline as possible. • is on a rigid and stable platf...
Page 13 - Cable requirements; Acute bends must be avoided.; Scanner cables; Running the cable to the scanner; Optional cable lengths available are:
Installation 9 Cable requirements You need to consider the following points before installing the system cables: • You need to connect the scanner to the display unit and power. The cable required will depend on the display unit and scanner type. • All cables should be adequately clamped and protect...
Page 14 - Radome Scanners - Users Guide; Power cables; Extending the power cable; 4 V power systems; Power requirements; The boat’s power system should be either:; Grounding the radar system
10 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Power cables Radome radar systems are intended for use on boat’s DC power systems operating in the range 10.7 to 32 V DC. That is 12 V and 24 V systems, they should not be used on 32 V systems. A 1.5 m (5ft) power cable is supplied with the display unit for connectin...
Page 15 - cable type; mm; m ext; DO NOT EXTEND THE POWER CABLE
11 Extending the power cable 12 V systems - Maximum permissible length for extending a power cable (m) Inter-unit cable type Display type Power cable core (each core) mm 2 AWG 1.5 16 2.0 15 2.5 14 4.0 11 6.0 10 10 7 Radome size (ins) 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24 18 24 10 m light C-Series (6.0) N/A ...
Page 18 - Securing the scanner to the mounting platform
14 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Securing the scanner to the mounting platform FORW ARD D8861_1
Page 19 - Connecting the inter-unit cable to the scanner; With the radome cover removed:; Carefully cut and remove the protective sleeve to expose the 8-
15 Connecting the inter-unit cable to the scanner D8862_1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 + ve - ve CAUTION: ConnectionsBefore starting to connect the inter-unit cable make sure that the cable is not connected and power is not applied to the display unit. With the radome cover removed: 1. Remove the inner cover (1).2...
Page 20 - Completing the installation
16 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Completing the installation CAUTION: Toggle and cordMake sure the toggle and cord is correctly stowed before replacing the radome cover. Failure to do so will result in the antenna being unable to operate. 1. Holding the cover securely, remove the cord and toggle fro...
Page 21 - Display connections; Power connections; C Series display; Scanner; E Series display; Ground
17 Display connections The inter-unit cable is connected to the display unit with the molded plug: the illustration on the left identifies the scanner connection on the rear connector panels of the various display units. If you are using an inter-unit extension cable, connect this to the display uni...
Page 22 - Inter-unit cable connections; Scanner setup; Before you go to sea; System check; Before performing any functional tests, make sure:
18 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Inter-unit cable connections The illustration below details the connections for the inter-unit cable: Scanner setup Before you go to sea After you have installed your radar, and before you go to sea, it is impor-tant to check the installation. You can then set up the...
Page 23 - Set up, alignment and timing checks; Switch on and initial set up
19 Set up, alignment and timing checks Switch on and initial set up 1. Press and hold the POWER key of the display unit until the unit beeps. The magnetron warm-up sequence should start, after which the unit should enter standby mode. 2. If necessary, adjust the lighting and contrast.3. If necessary...
Page 25 - Maintenance and troubleshooting; DO NOT; Maintenance; Problem
Maintenance and troubleshooting 21 Maintenance and troubleshooting CAUTION: System powerAlways turn the radar system OFF before carrying out any routine maintenance on the scanner or nearby equipment.Switch off the display unit before removing the power cord. Introduction DO NOT remove the rear cove...
Page 26 - Technical support; United States; Raymarine Technical Support; Europe; Help us to help you
22 Radome Scanners - Users Guide Technical support www.raymarine.com United States Raymarine Technical Support 1-800-539-5539 extension 2444, or(603) -881-5200 Product Repair and Service Raymarine Product Repair Center21 Manchester Street,Merrimack, NH03054 - 48011-800-539-5539 Opening hours:Monday ...
Page 27 - Appendix A: Technical specification; General
23 Appendix A: Technical specification RD218 18”Radome scanner unit General ApprovalsCE - conforms toFCC - conforms to 1999/5/EC47CFR Part 2 and Part 80 Dimensions Φ 521 x 247 mm (20.5 x 9.7 in) Weight 9.5 kg (21 lbs) Input Voltage 8.7 - 32 V DC (from display unit) Power Consumption 28 W (9 W Standb...
Page 31 - Raymarine World Wide Warranty; Limited warranty; Obtaining Warranty Service
27 Raymarine World Wide Warranty Raymarine Inc. APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS SOLD THROUGH OFFICIAL RAYMARINE INC. DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND BOAT BUILDERS WITHIN THE AMERICAS AND CARIBBEAN. Limited warranty Subject to the terms, conditions and limitations set forth in this U.S. Limited Warranty (hereinafte...
Page 32 - Limitations and Exclusions; Other conditions
28 Limitations and Exclusions In addition to any other limitations and exclusions set forth herein, Raymarine is not responsible for, and this Warranty does not cover: • failures due to abuse, misuse, accident, unauthorized alteration or repair, improper installation (whether or not by a Raymarine-c...
Page 33 - Limited Warranty; Obtaining warranty service
29 Raymarine UK Ltd. APPLICABLE TO PRODUCT SOLD THROUGH OFFICIAL RAYMARINE UK LTD. DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND BOAT BUILDERS WITHIN EUROPE, THE MIDDLE AND FAR EAST, AFRICA AND AUSTRALASIA. Limited Warranty The Raymarine warranty terms and conditions as described below do not affect the customers legal...
Page 34 - Warranty limitations
30 Subject to the limitations below, the product will be repaired or replaced (at the discretion of Raymarine or a Raymarine Service Agent) at no further cost and promptly returned to the customer. 3.3 In cases where the customer is making a warranty claim and the product has been installed by a Ray...
