Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual
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1. See Cautions on previous page The end view of the three connectors is shown Connector 1 6100i NMEA pin assignments Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual Connector 2 Radar NMEA Communications pin assignments 4 5 2 Configure the remote power control for a 6000i or 6100 i common power source IMPORTANT This remote power control option works correctly only when the 6000i or 6100i and the radar processor share the same power earth and are located 16 5 ft 5 m or less apart A simplified diagram of the power control circuit for the radar processor and 6000i or 6100i is shown w uei O E amp EC amp CL CHT TO Radar processor NMEA Comms port NN NMEA port B Link in the junction box Fuse Breaker board Fuse Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 25 4 5 3 26 6100i F NS003107 Cable Ext GND Foil VY Hee N RS 422 Rx e N RS 22 Tx MELLE eL Main PCB F NMEA2 OUT GND Wu WY HONK GENNEE QO O The radar processor has two remote power inputs with opposite active states which are OR ed together Pin 10 input active low is used by the 6000i or 6100i systems and Pin 12 input active high is used by the 8000i system Pin 12 is tied to ground through the NS003107 cable to allow control through Pin 10 The radar processor has an active low input with a pullup resistor to Vbatt to complement the open collector output configuration2. RT Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual NORTHSTAR C www northstarnav com FCC Statement Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a normal installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help A shielded cable must be used when connecting a peripheral to the serial ports Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired op
3. Northstar 8000i system Push one end of the 8000i network cable into the NETWORK connector on the radar processor Plug the other end into the network connector on the network linker If the NMEA COMMS connector on the radar processor is not used leave the sealing cap in place Connect the optional NMEA compass for an 8000 The NMEA compass may be directly connected to the radar processor through the NMEA COMMS port Compass data is appended to the radar data by the radar processor and then broadcast over the network to the 8000i display and other devices This enables more precise radar chart overlay and target tracking MARPA than is possible by compass connection to other points in the network The NMEA compass cable is not supplied but the pinout of the NMEA COMMS port is shown for information 3 NMEA Tx data NMEA Ground NMEA Rx data 5 6 NMEA Rx data 9 Shield 12 V Compass power 100 mA max It is recommended that a single compass data source is used for the 8000i network To achieve this the NMEA compass data must be fed to other devices on the 8000i network using the spare data channels from the compass if available or the NMEA data splitter See the Northstar 8000i System Setup Manual for more information Configure the optional NMEA compass The compass must be NMEA compliant and configured as follows 10 Hz update rate 4800 baud The compass must be able to supply the NMEA 0183 HDT HDM and
4. Pa 33 t NAG un Ws Hsu IL N N o ai 1 i O SPRE i Es oe mm E Er Dai E SU Y j KTE ars P 10NM ALA it je In this example the scanner is installed on the vessel at a height of 10 ft 3 m above sea level h1 Island A is 33 ft 10 m high h2 and for comparison Island B is 16 4 ft 5 m high h2 Both islands are at a distance D of 10 nautical miles from the vessel Calculations using the formula show that at this distance the radar can only detect objects that are more than 25 ft 7 6 m high which means that Island A is shown on the radar but Island B is not shown Remember that the maximum detection range of the radar is limited by the curvature of the Earth s surface under normal conditions of wave propagation bad weather conditions can reduce the maximum detection range How to reduce false echoes and shadow zones False echoes can be produced on the radar display if the scanner is installed too close to an object on the vessel s superstructure This object can block the radar beam and reflect it back generating the false echoes and shadow zones If you re having problems with false echoes and or shadow zones check if it s possible to re install the scanner at a higher location where the radar beam will be clear of any obstructions If not try relocating the scanner away from the central keel line of the vessel to the starboard side This will move any shadows to the
5. a particular range again the settings are already optimized Manual is a fully manual function in which you will usually need to adjust the settings manually each time you change the range Gain and Sea Clutter appearance settings are available in Auto1 Auto 2 and Harbor modes These can be accessed by pressing the Gain or Sea Clutter buttons while in Auto1 Auto 2 or Harbor mode with Gain or Sea Clutter set to Auto The default appearance setting is 25 for both Gain and Sea Clutter for all ranges The appearance settings can be adjusted between 0 and 50 This represents a 25 step offset away from the nominal Auto mode setting The value set will be applied only to the current range Restore all the factory settings If you need to restore ALL of the radar settings except trigger delay heading calibration and whether or not a heading sensor is installed to their factory settings do the following 1 From the main radar page press Page 1 2 Press Restore 3 Press Restore factory settings to return the unit to its state when it was shipped with the exception of the following trigger delay heading calibration whether or not a heading sensor is installed parking calibration This function is used before performing manual tuning see Appendix B or at any time it s necessary to restore the unit to a known state Restore the factory appearance settings Appearance settings and manual settings can be restored to val
6. adjust the value any button displayed in blue is inactive Press it once to activate it The radar normally provides a good picture when used in its automatic modes described in Configure the navigator In many cases the picture can be improved by using the Range Rider mode Before turning ON the radar for the first time to set it up check that the vessel s DC primary power supply is within the recommended range of 10 8 V to 16 V for a 12 V system or 21 6 V to 32V fora 24 V system Check that everyone is outside the radiation hazard area and any rotation hazard area then turn ON the radar as follows 1 Turn ON the radar processor by installing the fuse or by turning ON the circuit breaker to the radar system 2 Turn ON the navigator display unit The power switch is on the front panel 6 1 3 Turn the radar off Be sure to turn the scanner OFF before servicing the scanner or working in the vicinity of a rotating open array Turn the radar OFF by removing the fuse or by switching OFF the radar s dedicated circuit breaker Depending on the power switch configuration the radar may automatically turn OFF when the navigator display unit is turned OFF Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 33 6 2 6 3 6 3 1 34 Configure the navigator communications IMPORTANT If you are going to operate the radar without a heading sensor ignore this section and set up the radar as described in Disable the header sensor
7. and strength of visible targets is maximized If the quantity and strength of targets does not increase return to 128 by typing 128 Then adjust the tune preset value upwards by pressing the down arrow key on the cursor pad until the quantity and strength of visible targets is maximized Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 43 10 4kW Specifications 44 4 kW Scanner specifications Radar system NS RDR1042MD Scanner dimensions Width 24 5 620 mm Height 11 280 mm Scanner type Dome NS004791 22 Ibs 10 kg 5 Vibration Amplitude 0 12 3 mm at 0 cpm to 500 cpm Amplitude 0 03 0 75 mm at 500 cpm to 1500 cpm Amplitude 0 01 0 2 mm at 1500 cpm to 3000 cpm Plane of polarization Horizontal Emission type PON Passed JRC FCC IC R amp TTE Type Certification FCC ID CKENKE249 IC ID 768C NKE249 R amp TTE QQ RTTE 02 03 01 Side lobe level Below 21 dB maximum within 109 Pulse length PRF 0 08 us 3096 2250 Hz 596 0 2 5us 25 1700 Hz 596 0 5 us 2596 1200 Hz 596 1 0 us 2596 65 OHz 5 Model NJRC NJS6930 IF bandwidth 20 MHz 3 MHz 0 08 us 6 MHz 2 MHz 0 25 us 3 MHz 1 MHz 0 5 us 1 0 us Bandwidth controlled by serial port Com port RS485 9600 bps Half Duplex Gain Minimum 90 dB Noise figure NJT1028 6 dB average at front end input Temperature range 5 F to 131 F 159C to 55 C Relative humidity 93 at 104 F 40 C Relative wind velocity 118 feet 36 m sec max
8. calibration in this manual and for a 6000i or 6100i system installation also see GM6KIM Rev D 6000i Installation Manual or the new MN000320A Northstar 6000i amp 6100i Installation Manual or for an 8100i system installation see Northstar 8000i System Setup Manual Disable the heading sensor input The heading sensor is configured by default when the navigator is configured for radar If a heading sensor is NOT installed and connected you must remove its configuration as follows 1 Turn on the navigator and wait for it to complete its power up sequence Press RADAR to display the radar screen on the 6000i or 6100i The system asks if you want to turn on the scanner Press Enter to turn it on Press Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 and Install to show the installation screen Press Hdg Sensor Installed to change its displayed status to No 9e Mn um A qe Press STAR to display the alarm screen then press Clear Alarm This clears the heading sensor alarm Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 6 4 Calibrate the radar You must calibrate the newly installed radar by adjusting the trigger delay and the heading calibration To evaluate medium and short range returns you are recommended to perform the calibration at sea in a normal operating environment and under fair weather conditions There should be an area of at least 3 nautical miles forward of the vessel containing known targets including the coastline A wave height of ab
9. in as necessary to place the reference target near the outer edge of the screen Press Page 1 Page 2 Check that the chart rotation Rotate button is set to Hdg Up Press Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 and Install aoe de OW Press Heading Calibrate then press the cursor pad left and right to rotate the radar image so that the reference target is at 0 vertical from the centre of the radar sweep 6 5 Adjust the appearance settings The Mode Rain Clutter Sea Clutter and Gain are usually set to automatic mode to obtain an excellent image under most conditions and by default allow you to see any approaching weather rain cells for maximum safety However these settings may need minor adjustments depending on the location of the radar To access these controls press Page 2 from the main radar screen Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 37 6 6 6 6 1 38 The Mode key determines how the gain and clutter keys work It has the following settings Auto 1 and Auto 2 are for normal open water conditions The two automatic modes can be optimized for two different conditions Harbor automatically optimizes the radar settings for use in a harbor This is the default setting Range Rider is a Northstar exclusive feature recommended for use when manual settings are required You can make changes to the clutter and gain settings for different ranges and the Range Rider will store these settings for each range Then when you select
10. port side maximize the radar view of your give way sector and ensure a clear view of the area around the vessel at the bow Use the following formula to calculate the distance that you ll need to move the scanner Ls O 4R D 2 when Ris less than 49 ft 15 m Ls 0 025R D 2 When R is greater than or equal to 49 ft 15 m where Ls distance to be moved from the keel line D diameter of the obstacle R distance between the antenna and the obstacle Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 13 3 5 4kW scanner dimensions Before starting the installation use the drilling template to identify the cable inlet rubber plates mounting holes the front and rear of the radome location of the drain hole ensure that your chosen location allows the drain hole to empty The 4 kW scanner dimensions are shown 7 89 200 4 mm 11 52 292 6 mm 19 41 493 0 mm 25 08 637 0 mm 0 20 5 1 mm 24 41 620 0 mm p m ES om 12 60 320 0 mm 11 02 279 9 mm HE 15 75 400 1 mm 14 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 3 6 3 7 Install a scanner on a trestle Depending on your chosen location for the scanner it may be easier to install the scanner if you fabricate a trestle or radar mast on which you can mount the scanner The trestle must be sturdy and secure and capable of supporting the scanner in all weather conditions You are recommend
11. 5 32 Set up the radar with the Northstar 80001 system Setting up the radar with the Northstar 8000i is described in the Northstar 8000i System installation documentation for your display processor Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 6 7 6 7 1 6 1 2 Set up the radar with the Northstar 6000i or 61001 Turn the radar on and off Before you turn on the radar for the first time To extend magnetron lifetime you re recommended to leave the radar in Standby mode for 30 minutes when activating the radar for the VERY FIRST time When the radar is in Standby mode it s NOT transmitting but it is powered up this allows the magnetron heater to stabilize Then after 30 minutes press the RADAR ON key to test and align If you re using the radar with the 6000i or 6100i press CLR NOT ENT the VERY FIRST time when the radar transmit activation message appears After this first time you can press ENT anytime this screen appears If the radar has not already warmed up the radar countdown timer will appear typically 90 seconds on lower powered radars then the radar will automatically start transmitting Turn the radar on IMPORTANT Do not use the navigator s Demo Mode when the radar is switched on Several menu buttons on the radar display must be activated before the adjustment they control can be changed Here s how they work any button displayed in red is already active Press it or use the keypad or cursor controls to
12. CHART to display the chart then press Overlay to show the radar echoes overlain on the chart 3 Set the chart rotation to North Up by pressing Rotate several times until North Up is displayed 4 Find a target at least 1 nautical mile distant that appears on both the chart and the radar overlay Do not choose a beach or a buoy as a target instead choose an obvious land pattern or solid object with a fixed reference point such as a jetty lighthouse or pier Zoom in as necessary to place identifiable objects near the outer edge of the screen Press Control so that it displays Radar Press Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 and Install v i iw iu Press Heading Calibrate then press the Cursor Pad left and right to rotate the radar image so that the radar target matches its compass heading on the chart and lines up on top of the position shown on the chart 9 If possible check targets in all quadrants to ensure accurate adjustment 6 4 6 Set the heading calibration heading sensor not installed The heading calibration rotates the radar image on the screen so that a target dead ahead corresponds to a bearing of 0 on the screen 1 Press RADAR so that the navigator displays radar only 2 Find a target at least 1 nautical mile distant Choose an obvious land target or solid object with a fixed reference such as a jetty light house or pier Steer the vessel until the reference target is directly head up then maintain this heading Zoom
13. Checkfor worn or broken motor brushes 8 Verify that the scanner cable is correctly pinned all wires are in the correct locations and the connectors are correctly locked to the mating connectors on the modulator board 9 Checkthe motor and the safety switch and replace any faulty component See the Service Manual for information on replacing the motor or safety switch 10 Check the wiring of the interconnection cable between the scanner and the radar processor 11 Checking these connections is especially important if the installer removed the connectors for easy routing when installing the scanner cable 8 4 Howto reduce noise and interference If other electronic equipment on the vessel is being affected by noise interference from the radar check that the radar is actually the source of the problem by switching it off running the other electronic equipment for a while to see if the noise interference has disappeared and then switching the radar on again If the radar is causing the noise interference check that the affected piece of equipment and or the antenna is not located within the radar beam See the section Install the radar for information about the optimum installation height and the radar beam width the cables supplied with the equipment have been installed correctly In particular check for loose connections and loose or missing shield meshwork at the cable ends the covers of the scanner and radar processor b
14. HTG heading sentences all other sentence types will be ignored Ideally the compass should draw less than 100 mA If this is not possible power the compass using a separate 12 V source Connect the power cable The power cable to the radar processor is NOT supplied for either the 6000i or 6100i system or the 8000i system Power must be supplied through a fuse breaker element located at the power source end of the power cable The power cable and fuse requirements are shown in the table Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 29 4 8 30 Fuse Circuit breaker Maximum length of rating power cable Power cable size 33 ft 10 m Typically the fuse breaker would be located in a fuse breaker box with the fuses breakers for other devices The radar processor must have it s own exclusive fuse circuit breaker The fuse circuit breaker should be labeled appropriately To connect the power cable to the radar processor you must 1 Strip away approximately 0 4 10 mm of the shielding at the end of the power cable and then identify the positive wire and the negative wire Unscrew the small holding screw from the positive power cable input connector identified by the sign on the radar processor Insert the bare ends of the positive wire into the positive power cable input connector to make a connection Tighten the small holding screw to hold the positive wire in place Gently pull on the positive wire to ensu
15. Installation Manual 27 4 6 4 6 1 28 Connect the 4 kW radar processor to an 8000i display You are recommended to use the following configuration when connecting the radar processor to an 8000i display where A is the optional NMEA Compass B is the Circuit breaker Fuse box and C is the vessel s Ground Alternative 8000i system configurations are possible For further information please refer to the Northstar 8000i System Installation Manual NS004721 NS004781 f COMMS OB N OBOL AKW RADAR PROCESSOR NS00481x rear N L 3 oooooo NS003102 NS003103 NS004791 Configure the remote power control for an 8000i NOTE At the time of printing this manual the 8000i does not support remote power control of network modules This feature will be added in future release The radar processor supports this feature through Pin 12 on the NMEA Comms port If you want the radar processor to power ON automatically whenever power is applied leave Pin 10 and Pin 12 of the NMEA Comms connector as No Connect Alternatively if you want the radar to be powered ON only when vessel s engines are running Pin 12 active high must be driven by the vessel s ignition key Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 4 6 2 4 6 3 4 3 6 1 4 7 Connect an 8000i network cable NS0048 1X Connect the 8000i network cable NS00481X ONLY if you re connecting the radar system to a
16. J Mounting screw Part of Hardware kit HRO00061 Part name Part no Interconnection N5003103 length cable 65 5 ft 20 65 5 ft 20 m m Part name Part no 8000i Network NS004810 length cable for radar 1 6ft 0 5 m communications NS004811 length in an 8000i 6 5 ft 2 m d NS004812 length i 16 4 ft 5 m NS004813 length 32 8 ft 10 m Radar NS003107 communications cable for 6000i and 6100i installations ONLY Radar NS003108 communications extension cable for 6000i and 6100i installation ONLY Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 3 7 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual Install the radar A radar unit should only be installed by a qualified marine technician as potentially lethal high voltage is present along with heavy rotating parts There is a transmit interlock that prevents radar transmissions if the scanner is not rotating However a high voltage remains for a period of time after the system is turned off If you are not familiar with this type of electronics consult with a trained service or installation technician before attempting to service any part of the equipment Installation includes mechanical mounting electrical wiring configuring the 6000i or 6100i system or 8000i system to work with the radar adjusting the radar
17. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could AN TN ANIC result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result CAUTION in minor or moderate injury CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous CAUTION situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NWARNING Ensure that mains power is OFF before starting installation or servicing work Electrical shock fire or injury can result if electrical power remains ON or is switched ON during installation or servicing work A potentially lethal high voltage is present and can remain for a period of time after the equipment is turned OFF Ensure that capacitors are discharged with an Earthed wire before starting servicing work Ensure that internal surfaces are no longer charged before you touch them To minimize accidents wear dry cotton gloves and avoid touching equipment with both hands unless absolutely necessary Always work from a stable position to avoid slipping or falling onto the equipment The radar is intended ONLY as an aid to navigation The skipper must make final decisions based on all of the information sources to hand and must not rely solely on the radar Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual Only qualified personnel should install or service this equipment Installation or servi
18. Page 3 Page 4 and Install 8 Press Trigger Delay then press 000 on the keypad to set the trigger delay to zero 9 Increase the trigger delay by pressing the Cursor Pad to the right or enter a larger number on the keypad The black circle will shrink as you increase the trigger delay Set the trigger delay so that the black center just disappears with only one or two dots remaining in the center of the display 6 4 4 2 Method 2 Use this method when the vessel is about 50 to 100 yards 45 to 90 m from a straight walled jetty or similar feature that produces a straight line echo on the display 1 Adjust the gain setting until a reasonably good image of the jetty echo is displayed 2 Adjust the Trigger Delay to make the jetty echo appear as a straight line on the display as shown 36 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 6 4 5 Setthe heading calibration heading sensor installed The heading calibration rotates the radar image on the screen to line it up with the displayed chart and the compass Accurate heading calibration is particularly important when the radar image is overlain onto the chart IMPORTANT Make sure the heading sensor is calibrated according to the manufacturer s recommendations 1 When performing a sea trial of the vessel set a straight course for a solid object such as a lighthouse jetty or radar navigation marker that is at least 1 nautical mile distant as referenced on the chart 2 Press
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20. and for any loose connections check for water damage to the radiator or to the cables between the radar components check that the tuning is adjusted correctly check the magnetron and replace if necessary see the Service Manual check the modulator circuit and replace if necessary see the Service Manual check the receiver circuit and replace if necessary see the Service Manual check for interruptions in the pulse switching signal Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual If an image appears on the display but the direction of the radar image is not stable the direction standard signal BZ is being interrupted see the Service Manual check for water damage to the radiator or cables between the radar components 8 3 Ifthe scanner fails to turn If the scanner fails to turn it is possible that there has been a breakdown of either the motor unit inside the scanner or the safety switch of the scanner unit Turn the power OFF and investigate as follows 1 Visually check for and remove any external obstruction 2 If there is no external obstruction check that the remote power connections or relay in the junction box are sound 3 Checkthe motor fuse in the radar processor box 4 Open the scanner dome or array and perform an internal inspection 5 Checkto make sure that nothing is interfering with the motor and gears is binding or preventing the antenna from turning 6 Checkfor any disconnected pinched or broken wires 7
21. cing work that is done by non qualified personnel can result in equipment breakdown poor performance of the equipment fire electrical and physical hazards injury or death Wear safety equipment such as a hard hat and a safety belt at all times when installing or working on the scanner The scanner is usually installed in an elevated position and serious injury or death can result if a person falls while installing or working on it It may be necessary to construct a working platform particularly for the installation NCAUTION Install the scanner in an elevated position to minimize the radiation hazard to personnel Never look directly into the scanner at close range while the radar is operating Radar scanners emits electromagnetic energy at a frequency that can be harmful at close range Always keep the recommended safe distance from the scanner as follows Vertical beam Minimum safe distance 100 Minimum safe distance 10 Model angle of scanner Watts per m average power Watts per m average power degrees density Note 1 density Note 2 18 ft 5 5 m NOTES Limits apply to exposure within the vertical beam angle Note 1 Peak occupational exposure limit pursuant to IEC 60936 Clause 3 27 and IEC 62252 Clause 4 32 Note 2 General public exposure limit pursuant to IEC 60936 Clause 3 27 and IEC 62252 Clause 4 32 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 2 1 Introduction to the Northstar radar The Northstar radars are d
22. d to strong vibrations such as a derrick post because these vibrations will degrade the performance of the radar DON T install an open array close to halyards or flags because the wind could wrap these around the scanner and jam it DON T install the scanner inside of the recommended compass safe distances of any navigation instruments such as the magnetic compass and the chronometer The compass safe distances are as follows 2 kW radar STD 2 3 ft 0 7 m 4 kW radar STD 6 5 ft 2 0 m 6 kW radar STD 7 5 ft 2 3 m STEER 5 7 ft 1 75 m 10 kW radar STD 7 9 ft 2 4 m 25 kW radar STD 7 9 ft 2 4 m 3 1 1 Power boat installations Normally you should install the scanner horizontally to produce an equal sweep around the power boat 10 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual However when the power boat is traveling at high speed the bow rises up out of the water and if the elevation angle trim of the bow is raised up so that it equals or exceeds 5096 of the vertical beam width of the radar this can cause two problems ahead of the power boat the beam is projected too high to sweep the water surface effectively Targets can be missed completely or appear at a very poor resolution on the display screen astern of the power boat the beam is projected too low and is concentrated over a small area of water so that sea clutter becomes a problem on the display screen In this case you re recommended to install the scan
23. e picture If you install the scanner below the A B line the scanner will be too low It will be difficult to acquire distant targets and the superstructure will be more likely to impede the passage of the beam and generate false echoes If the scanner is installed too high above the A B line the beam will miss close targets and increase sea clutter return B me gr eT A VM MMMM VM You can find the A B line for any vessel as follows 1 Using a drawing of the vessel lay a rule along the line of the main deck and continue this forwards as a dashed line extending beyond the bow 2 Using a protractor measure the 0 value for your scanner model below the dashed line at the bow and draw in a new line along this angle 3 Extend the new line back beyond the stern of the vessel This is the A B line How to find the maximum detection range Propagation of the radar beam can vary depending on the properties of the air through which it s travelling Under normal conditions the distance that the radar beam travels is approximately 1096 further than the distance to the optical horizon You can calculate the theoretical distance traveled by the radar beam using the following formula D 2 23 Nh1 Nh2 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 3 4 where D is distance travelled by the radar beam h1 is the height above sea level of the scanner h2 is the height above sea level of a target An example is shown below
24. e transmitter frequency For normal operation of a Northstar radar you re recommended to set the tuning mode to Auto To tune the unit manually see the section Manual tuning procedure for the 6000i or 6100i system To check the tuning mode or change it to Auto 1 Press RADAR to display the radar screen on the 6000i or 6100i 2 Press Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 then Install and then Tune 3 If necessary press Tune mode repeatedly until it displays Auto 6 4 3 Set the STC Curve The STC Sensitivity Time Control attempts to compensate for the high strength of nearby echoes compared with the very much weaker echoes from distant objects It lowers the receiver gain when the pulse is transmitted and raises the gain as echoes return from longer distances Ideally the result is that all echoes are displayed with strengths proportional to the reflectivity of the objects A graph showing the receiver gain plotted against time is called the STC curve You can select different curve shapes if required for special applications The height of the scanner affects the STC curve shape needed for the sea control to effectively reduce sea clutter The STC curve shape corresponds to the scanner s height in meters above the waterline for example if the scanner is 20 ft 6 m above the waterline select STC curve 6 Curve 4 is the default and represents a scanner 13 ft 4 m above the waterline Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 35 To s
25. ed to install the base of the trestle parallel to the water surface Orient the trestle so that the cable inlet on the scanner will face the stern and so that the scanner can be mounted at the correct angle as discussed in the Power boat installation section Make sure that the edges of the trestle won t trap water Install the 4 kW scanner unit IMPORTANT Remember that you must screw the bolts into place from the underside of the location site because the shape of the scanner prevents you from installing the bolts from the topside Ensure that you can access the underside of the location site before drilling Tape the paper installation template securely to the chosen location site Before drilling check that the location site is not more than 0 6 15 mm thick to ensure that you can use the bolts supplied you ve oriented the template correctly so that the front of the scanner unit faces the bow and the cable inlet faces the stern the location site allows the drain hole in underside of the scanner to empty Drill the four bolt holes and a hole for the drain hole to empty into if necessary then remove the template and position the scanner over the bolt holes Place a spring washer then a plain washer on to each bolt Screw the bolts into the bolt holes from the underside of the location site and tighten securely using a torque wrench NOTE Use the bolts supplied as these are hardened stainless steel and the correct len
26. elect a different curve 1 Press RADAR to display the radar screen on the 6000i or 6100i 2 Press Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 then Install and then Tune 3 Press STC Curve then use the keypad to enter a curve number from 0 to 8 6 4 4 Set the trigger delay There are two methods that you can use to set the trigger delay The two methods should produce very similar settings Method 1 is easier to perform but Method 2 may produce more accurate results You can use either or both methods Set the trigger delay after you have restored the factory settings see Prepare for calibration OR manually turn off the Interference Rejection Trails and Expand functions 6 4 4 1 Method 1 Use this method when the vessel is in open water with few or no nearby echoes 1 Display the main radar screen then press Page 2 Press zoom IN several items to zoom in to the maximum magnification If necessary press Mode to make it read Manual Press Rain Clutter then press O twice to set the rain clutter value to zero Press Sea Clutter then press O three times to set the sea clutter value to zero e Dr se SU m Press Gain then press 1 5 O to set the gain to 150 If you re using standard screen colors the display will show a green ring with a black center or solid green circle If it doesn t try changing the gain value until you can see the green ring and black center Clearly If the gain is set too high the display may be saturated 7 Press
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28. eration of the device Compliance Statement EMC compliance USA FCC Part 15 Class B Disclaimer As Northstar is continuously improving this product we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual Please contact your nearest Northstar distributor if you require any further assistance It is the owner s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducers in a manner that will not cause accidents personal injury or property damage The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices BRUNSWICK NEW TECHNOLOGIES INC AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW Governing Language This statement any instruction manuals user guides and other information relating to the product Documentation may be translated to or has been translated from another language Translation In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the Documentation the English language version of the Documentation will be the official version of the Documentation This manual represents the product as at the time of printing Brunswick New Technologies Inc and its subsidiaries and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice Copyright 2006 Brunswick New Technologies Inc Northstar is a
29. esigned as an option available to the Northstar 6000i 6100i or 8000i systems A variety of scanners are available 2 kW 4 kW 6 kW 10 kW and 25 kW to suit different customer requirements Each scanner model has a corresponding radar processor model 4 kW Radar system overview The 4 kW radar system is intended for use in a marine environment It consists of a dome connected to a 4 kW radar processor by a prefabricated interconnection cable NS00310X which is available in two lengths NS00479X NS00310X NS003107 RS 422 NS00478X A NS00481X ETHERNET 00929 agge LIM Wes NS004721 C where A is the radar processor B is the vessel s power supply and C is the Network Linker NS004721 If the radar processor is connected to a Northstar 6000i or 6100i it communicates with the display unit through the 6000i and 6100i radar communications cable NS003107 An optional extension cable NS003108 is available If the radar processor is connected to a Northstar 8000i system it Communicates with the 8000i Network Linker NS004721 through the 8000i network cable NS00481 X DC power for the scanner and radar processor is provided through a power cable that connects the radar processor to the vessel s DC power supply The power cable is not s
30. esseseseseseseseeseesseseseseseaesesesees 13 3 9 AKW scarnner dimmebislofisidie e eto ks Ned nd edet m NI bn dei ad IE EE 14 3 5 Install ascanineronatrestle coro ise RR RT HEUS PEE ERIT RR IUE I TRIES 15 I7 Instalkthe 4 KW Scal Der ubt sosta leda hamis inmediate aite du hits 15 3 6 Jfnstallthe radarprOCeSsOL suite tne t EU ER MODI even t foto st eben EN EA SEU DIRE RED R EUR ERE Ru Pvt RU 16 4 Wirethe radar system 17 21 Wiring gudenes ae adhue DE n c eM n E M 17 4 2 Connect the 4 kW interconnection cable NS00310X to the SCaNNEL sessesseosesroosessreorrssrosrrsrosrrsensrrsrrsrrnrrnrn nn 17 4 3 Runthe 4 kW interconnection cable NS00310X to the radar processor eene 19 4 4 4 kW radar processor connectors eese eere entente tn tn tn tn tn tatnen esta tata tata tassa tata tasa tata sata tassa satanas er Ren ense nn enn 20 4 5 Connect the 4 kW radar processor to a 6000i or 6100i display eese eerte rnn rr nn rann 22 4 5 1 Connect the radar communications cable NS003107 to the junction box sees 23 4 5 2 Configure the remote power control for a 6000i or 6100i COMMON power source s sssessessessesesreosersrennn 25 4 5 3 Configure the remote power control for a 6000i or 6100i different power sources 26 4 6 Connect the 4 kW radar processor to an 8000 i display s sssesseessessesseesseesesssesseeseesses
31. f the NMEA 2 free end signals and grounds must be NO CONNECT in the junction box If a SmartCraft device is connected through the 8 pin SmartCraft connector on the radar communications cable NS003107 then all the RS 232 free end signals and grounds should be NO CONNECT in the junction box NMEA devices must be connected to an unused NMEA port on the connector strip The remote power signal configuration is explained in Configure the remote power control for a 6000i or 6100i common power source and Configure the remote power control for a 6000i or 6100i different power sources Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 23 24 aed a i Connector 1 Connector 2 Connector 3 6000i 6100i NMEA NMEA Comms Smartcraft NMEATINA TINA Brown 3 Brown LL MN IN B I NMEA 1 IN GROUND White Blue 4 White Blue HMATMOUND jWuetue 0 QWewme Dl p Y wwxrra waa qu e t exor mm p mw LLL MER 10UT GROUND eem fe meme memi 77 men je www rome 0 NMEA 2 IN B Brown White Brown White ERRORS me E jme 1 Ww2oure ee qm ee fv ome wwxzovrs orange pm ome f me NVER200TGROUND fora m fe qu pue maueomo m pm m o te aum fem pe mem Ja f ren a 4 REMOTE SAVE SAVE Orange White 13 Orange White 60001 or 61001 E _ HE POWER OUT SHIELD Drain 9 Drain Drain 9 Drain Drin I E REMOTE POWER S 10 Brown IN
32. for proper performance Don t take any shortcuts and follow these instructions carefully NOTE For the radar overlay to function properly on the chart screen you must correctly install and calibrate a separate heading sensor Without the heading sensor you cannot overlay the chart A 10 Hz heading output rate is required for best radar chart overlay performance This section explains how to choose the correct location for the scanner install the scanner on a power boat or a yacht choose the correct location for the radar processor install the radar processor Read the important warning and safety information in the Preface before you install the radar Choose the scanner location The radar s ability to detect targets depends greatly on the position of its scanner The ideal location for the scanner is high above the vessel s keel line where there aren t any obstacles The higher the installation position the longer the radar ranging distance but the minimum range that the radar can detect targets increases the higher that the radar is mounted Also see the sections on installing the scanner on a power boat or yacht When you re deciding on the location consider the following the length of the interconnection cable supplied with your radar is usually sufficient If you think you ll need a longer cable consult your Northstar dealer before installation because a longer cable may reduce the performance of the radar if the roof of
33. gger delay heading calibration and whether or not a heading sensor is installed Press Return and Done to return to the main radar screen Next set the rain clutter and sea clutter to 0 and the gain to 150 as follows 1 S Ge SE 19x ON oe Sp NI From the main radar page press Page 2 If necessary press Mode to make it read Manual Press Rain Clutter to activate the control If necessary press Rain Clutter again to make it read Manual Press O twice on the keypad to set the rain clutter value to zero Press Sea Clutter Press O twice on the keypad to set the sea clutter value to zero Press Gain to activate the control If necessary press Gain again to make it read Manual 10 Press 1 5 and O on the keypad to set the gain to 150 11 Press Return and Done to return to the main radar screen Next set the scale to 1 8 nautical miles as follows 1 vu se ume de A Press zoom IN several times to access the 1 8 nautical miles scale The current scale is shown in the upper left corner of the screen identified as RNG From the main radar page press Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 and Install Press Tune to display the tuning screen Press Tune Mode repeatedly if necessary to set itto Manual Set the rough tune value to 128 if necessary by selecting Tune Preset and typing 128 on the keypad Press Tune Adjust the tune preset value upwards by pressing the up arrow key on the cursor pad until the quantity
34. gth Repeat this procedure for the remaining bolts so that the scanner unit is secured in place 27mm 1 06 inch MAX 15mm 0 6 inch Ww 4 FIN L QNI Check that the scanner is secure Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 15 3 8 Install the radar processor Install the radar processor in a dry location away from spray rain drips and condensation The location site must allow you to easily connect the radar processor to the ship s ground the interconnection cable the power cable and the 6000i and 6100i radar communications cable or the 8000i network cable Check that these cables and the ship s ground can easily reach the radar processor BEFORE you drill The radar processor dimensions are shown on the drilling template Follow the instructions on the drilling template to install the radar processor Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 4 Wire the radar system CAUTION Always install a separate circuit breaker or separate fuse for the radar system circuit 41 Wiring guidelines Most installation problems are caused by shortcuts taken with system cables When wiring the radar DON T make sharp bends in the cables DON T run cables in a way that allows water to flow down into the connectors but DO make drip and service loops DO use cable ties to keep the cables tidy and secure DO seal and protect all wiring connections if cables are shortened lengthened or re ter
35. he 4 kW radar processor to a 6000i or 6100i display The following diagram shows the recommended method for connecting a radar processor to a 6000i or 6100i display unit NS004781 dh gt e SmartCraft NSS y dn NORTTISTARTS 7 ll NS003102 NS003103 Northstar 61001 oo o0 TT MN 22 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 4 5 1 B TONMEA Device S D jToSmatmaft o Optional radar communications extension cable NS003108 Vessel s Ground NTSC Video Input Fuse 7A NMEA 0 AUX P VGA out Connect the radar communications cable NS003107 to the junction box The free ends of the radar communications cable NS003107 must be terminated in a junction box see the figure in the previous section The junction box is not supplied The communications cable has a 0 41 10 5 mm diameter The junction box must be waterproof and large enough to contain a 20 way strip connector All cable entry points should use suitable grommets or glands to ensure that waterproofing is maintained The table shows the wiring and pin details of the radar communications cable The naming convention for the bi colored wires is primary color stripe for example White Orange refers to a white colored wire with an orange stripe CAUTION If the radar processor is connected through the 12 pin NMEA Comms connector on the radar communications cable NS003107 then all o
36. hen connect Connector end E to one of the screws close by to provide an Earth The wiring details for the connector ends B C D and E are as follows Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 4 kW interconnection cable NS00310X connector ends Blue big 16 Fin cami rr D E 1 1 2 2 No connection 7 pese eme m Yellow thin 24 twist pair Clear Coax line 5 2 1 3 X n queens m wem mes JA CE Shell Braid shield 43 Run the 4 kW interconnection cable NS003102 N 003103 to the radar processor Run the 4 kW interconnection cable NS003102 or NA003103 from the scanner to the radar processor Push the round connector A of the 4 kW interconnection cable into the scanner connection on the radar processor and tighten the locking nut The interconnection cable pin details are provided here for information in case the connector needs to be removed to feed the cable or in case the cable needs to be shortened Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 19 4 4 20 The front view of the 4 kW interconnection cable is shown above 4 kW interconnection cable pin details Pin Signal Name Description Remarks cotor awase E Return Coax return Drain wire Coax line l6 No connection Not lNotused No connection LS 7 esee iret fNoconeston MEME IEEE NM Some m COM PORT RS485 Yellow thin 424 twist pair Video Output Coax cable Clear Coax l
37. imum 70 knots Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 4 kW Radar processor specifications Radar system NS RDR1042MD NS004781 Processor dimensions Width 5 6 142 mm Height 2 2 56 mm Length 7 9 200 mm Waterproof No rating 10 8 to 36 V DC 12 24 V system Power consumption 3 W when operating Leakage current 200 uA when off with a remote power input Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 45 AMERICAS 30 Sudbury Road Acton MA 01720 USA Ph 1 978 897 6600 Ph 1 800 628 4487 Fax 1 978 897 7241 sales bntmarine com ASIA PACIFIC PO Box 68 155 Newton Auckland Auckland NEW ZEALAND Ph 64 9 481 0509 Fax 64 9 481 0590 northstarnz northstarnav com AUSTRALIA PO Box 479 Gladesville NSW 2111 AUSTRALIA Ph 61 2 9879 9060 Fax 61 2 9879 9009 northstaraus northstarnav com EUROPE Unit 2 Ocean Quay Belvidere Rd Southampton 5014 5QY ENGLAND Ph 44 2380 339922 Fax 44 2380 330345 northstaruk northstarnav com www northstarnav com www northstarnav com NORTHSTAR Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual Made in New Zealand FC MNO000356B G
38. ine T eooo o 2 V 100 dB No connection Notused Nocometin Se NN NM open collector Trigger Return Shield return T wire Trigger Shield cable 1 PRF__ Shield line 24 16 Bearing Pulse 2048 Orange medium 18 pulses rotation 4 kW radar processor connectors There are four interface connectors on the front of the 4 kW radar processor plus a Chassis Earth Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual You can connect the radar processor to either the Northstar 6000i or 6100i OR to the Northstar 8000i but not to both simultaneously 4 kW radar processor interface connectors Connects to Network Ethernet communications for 8000i network using the 8000i the 8000i network cable NS00481 X Power Ve and Ve Power input Ship s 12 or 24 V DC power using the power cable NMEA Comms Data communications for the 6000i or 6100i display unit using 6000i and 6100i systems radar communications cable only NS003107 NS003108 Remote power control relay 6000i 6100i or 8000i remote and ignition for the 6000i power signals relay or ignition 6100i and 80001 cable not supplied NMEA communications for 8000i NMEA compliant compass compass for the 8000i only cable not supplied Scanner Scanner communications Scanner using the interconnection cable NS003102 or NS003103 Chassis Earth Grounding point Vessel s Ground using ground wire Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 21 45 Connect t
39. input To enable the radar to communicate with the navigator set up the radar option on the navigator s PORT 2 SETUP screen as follows 1 Press STAR several times to display the OPTIONS SERVICE INFO screen 2 Press Port Setup Options 3 Press Port 2 Setup and use the Cursor Pad to select the Output Format line 4 Press Edit then use the Cursor Pad to select Radar 5 Press Enter The change is made immediately and you do not need to restart the navigator Heading sensor requirements The heading sensor can be a stand alone unit or may be integrated into an auto pilot system provided that it supplies the NMEA 0183 HDG HDT OSD HCC HCD or HDM heading sentences to the navigator It must output data at a 10Hz update rate If the heading sensor requires sea trial calibration perform the manufacturer s recommended calibration procedure before you calibrate the radar heading Heading calibration should be performed during initial setup annually and after any major structural changes to the vessel The Northstar 6000i and 6100i accepts the following standard NMEA 0183 sentences from a heading sensor such as the Northstar HSO2 or HS03 Heading Sensor to obtain the following heading information HDG HDT OSD HCC HCD and HDM For sensor installation and calibration instructions see the sensor manufacturer s Installation Manual In addition the navigator must be calibrated to the heading sensor see the section Set the heading
40. ly inadequate tuning adjustment poor maintenance particularly of the cables You ll save yourself a considerable amount of time if you check these items before placing a call to Northstar plus you may find the problem right away Technical support service and repairs Northstar products are manufactured and serviced by BNT Marine Electronics The product is covered by a warranty which is supplied as a separate document If you need technical support or answers to other questions after you ve followed the instructions in this manual you can contact your Northstar distributor or see the inside back cover of the manual or visit www northstarnav com Before you make contact be sure to have the serial number of the hardware usually shown on the faceplate of the unit When you describe the problem be as complete and as accurate as possible Radar is not operating correctly If the scanner is working but no image appears on the display replace the receiver unit see the Service Manual If the display shows only noise check that the tuning is adjusted correctly check the magnetron and replace if necessary see the Service Manual check the modulator circuit and replace if necessary see the Service Manual check the receiver circuit and replace if necessary see the Service Manual check that the scanner and open array are fitted correctly If radar reception is poor check for physical damage to the cables such as fraying
41. minated DO leave room to easily access install and remove cables 42 Connect the 4 kW interconnection cable NS5003102 N 003103 to the scanner g nied oa gt See O 1 Unscrew and then remove the cover of the scanner lifting it vertically to avoid bumping it against the antenna 2 Identify the connector ends B C D and E on the 4 kW interconnection cable NS003102 or NS003103 Connector end E is an Earthing strap 3 Slacken or remove the strain relief clamp just inside the radome close to the cable entry point 4 Place the locking nut gasket A and gasket B over the connector end of the interconnection cable in the order shown then push the interconnection cable through the cable entry point into the radome Ensure that you push through sufficient cable to easily connect to the J connectors as described in the following step Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 17 5 Atthe cable entry point take care that the grooves in gaskets A and B are opposite each other see the figure Tighten the locking nuts to hold the scanner cable firmly in place and to provide a waterproof seal i i ite 6 Place the internal locking nut over the end of the scanner cable in the order shown then attach the three connectors on the interconnection cable to the three J connectors as shown at F in the figure Connector end B to J302 Connector end C to J202 Connector end D to J201 7 Tighten the strain relief clamp t
42. ner so that is tilted down at the front at an angle that will produce an almost horizontal sweep when the power boat is running at speed 3 1 2 Yacht installations Normally you should install the scanner horizontally to produce an equal sweep around the yacht However a yacht heels over to the lee side and when the heel angle exceeds 5096 of the vertical beam width of the radar this can cause two problems on the windward side of the yacht the beam is projected too high to sweep the water surface effectively Targets can be missed completely or appear at very poor resolution on the display unit on the lee side of the yacht the beam is projected too low and is concentrated over a small area of water so that sea clutter becomes a problem on the display unit In this case you re recommended to install the scanner on a gimbal mounting so that it can operate effectively in a heavy swell or when the yacht is heeled over Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 11 3 2 3 3 How to find the optimum height for the scanner The optimum height for the scanner is as close as possible to the A B line for best performance How to find the A B Line The vertical extent of the radar beam is 20 so most of the radar beam is concentrated within this angle meaning that outside of this angle the radar beam will be very weak 0 value half the 3 dB beam width awo o ui o 10 kW 15 An example of an A B Line is shown in th
43. of the 6000i or 6100i systems There is a choice of two different modes for powering the radar ON OFF If you want the radar to power ON automatically when the radar processor is powered ON connect the White Orange wire to a NMEA ground in the junction box If you want the radar to power ON automatically whenever the 6000i or 6100i is ON program the Honk Output as REMOTE PWR in the 6000i or 6100i This option is contained in the Alarms menu To access the Alarms menu repeatedly press the key until the Alarms menu is visible You must also connect the Pink wire to the White Orange wire in the junction box Configure the remote power control for a 6000 or 61001 different power sources When the 6000i or 6100i and the radar processor have isolated power supplies or are located more than 16 5 ft 5 meters apart there is a choice of two different modes for powering the radar ON OFF Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual If you want the radar to power ON automatically whenever the 6000i or 6100i is ON use the following power ON OFF configuration 6100i F Ext GND Foil C vA El OPTO N RS 422 Rx NZ E N RS 422 Tx HONK r i H Tl Main PCB NMEA Comms port NMEA port If you want the radar to power ON automatically when the radar processor is powered ON omit the relay and leave Pin 10 and 12 on Connector 1 the NMEA Comms connector as No Connect Northstar 4 kW Radar
44. out one to two feet half a meter to create some sea clutter is ideal Do not perform the calibration in an enclosed or busy area such as a boatyard Attempts to tune and calibrate under less than recommended conditions may lead to substandard performance A sea trial that allows the selection and use of all the ranges is highly desirable 6 4 1 Prepare for calibration Prepare for calibration as follows 1 Press RADAR to display the radar screen on the 6000i or 6100i 2 The unit may ask if you want to turn on the scanner If it does turn it on You should see range rings displayed on the screen or the scanner warm up countdown followed by a message saying Radar is OFF If nothing appears the radar control box is not powered up or not properly interfaced to the navigator Check the power wiring interface wiring and navigator communications configuration 3 Press Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 then Restore 4 Press Restore factory settings A new Northstar 6000i or 6100i is shipped with standard factory settings that are appropriate for basic operation 5 Press Return 6 4 2 Tune the radar The Northstar radar uses a fully automatic tuning procedure that continuously checks for optimum adjustment during operation Northstar recommends using auto tuning mode for normal operation For special situations requiring manual tuning see the section on Manual Tuning Mode Tune the radar so that the radar receiver frequency matches th
45. ox are securely screwed and or fastened in place so that the internal shielding is effective each piece of radio equipment is grounded to the closest ground location and that other devices are grounded to the closest ground location on the hull the radar cabling has not been bundled with the VHF radio cabling and or with the direction finder cabling The radar cabling must always be separate Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 41 8 5 Make sure the power is present and correctly wired Check the in line fuse Re verify that the correct system voltage is being used for the radar processor box model and that the power is properly wired If the radar processor has incorrect power the system may not initialize properly or the radar processor may be damaged 8 6 Confirm the equipment installed 1 Confirm the type of navigator used with the radar 6000i etc Serial number Software version 2 Confirm that the NMEA Port 2 interface option is set to RADAR 3 Confirm the type of radar installed 2 kW dome 4 kW dome 6 kW open array 10 kW open array 25 kW open array 4 Make sure the voltage input and radar processor are correct for the system being installed as follows 2 kW 12 V DC Radar Processor NS004780 4 kW 12 or 24 V DC Radar Processor NS004781 6 kW 12 or 24 V DC Radar Processor NS004782 10 kW 12 or 24 V DC Radar Processor NS004783 25 kW 24 V DC Radar Processor NS004784 8 7 Are Range Rings displa
46. r watch and any magnetic cards because the modulator circuit in the magnetron emits a strong magnetic field that can badly affect such items Remove any dust dirt or sea salt from the external surfaces particularly the front side of the scanner with a lint free cloth dampened with alcohol or water Do NOT use petrol gasoline benzene thinner or similar solvent to dampen the cloth as these cause deterioration of the external surfaces At least once every six months apply grease Mobilux 2 or equivalent evenly to the lubricating gears with a brush or knife More frequent application is desirable to maximize the life of the lubricating gears The drive motor brush has an expected life of 2 000 hours Replace it when half of the overall length has worn away The drive motor carbon brush can be removed easily by unclipping the two caps located on both sides of the bottom part of the drive motor Clean any carbon powder off the drive motor commuter with a dry brush or if this will not remove it use sand paper 250 to 400 7 3 Other maintenance items Re set the heading calibration annually and after any major structural changes to the vessel Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 39 8 8 7 8 2 40 Troubleshoot the radar This appendix gives information on fixing possible problems with the radar Many problems are caused by faulty or loose contacts at switches and relay points poor adjustment of the radar particular
47. re that it is secured Repeat this process to connect the negative wire to the negative power cable input connector identified by the sign Connect the ground wire The radar processor has a Chassis Earth connection stud located on the far right hand side of the unit The Chassis Earth is DC isolated from power ve to eliminate the risk of galvanic corrosion If you are installing the radar processor on a vessel with a metal hull connect the radar processor Chassis Earth to the hull at the closest possible location using 12 AWG wire or thicker The eyelets must be crimped or soldered at both locations A and the method of connection to the vessel s hull is shown at B If you are installing the radar processor on a vessel with a non metallic hull connect the radar processor Chassis Earth to the vessel s ground network If a vessel s ground network is not available leave the radar processor Chassis Earth unconnected Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 49 Radar system checklist When you ve finished the wiring visually check that each component is securely mounted and able to withstand rough sea conditions all the cables are correctly installed any cable shield mesh is correctly configured all cable entry points are watertight water can t leak into the scanner Now you re ready to set up the radar with the Northstar system that you re using Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 31
48. registered trademark of Brunswick New Technologies Inc Warranty The Northstar Warranty Statement is supplied as a separate document It is shipped with the Product Registration Card In case of any queries refer to www northstarnav com Feedback from you Your feedback is important and helps Northstar ensure that this manual is a valuable resource for all marine technicians E mail your comments or suggestions about this manual to the following address manuals northstarnav com Contents FCC Statement Industry Canada Compliance Statement Disclaimer Warranty Feedback from you 1 Preface 3 2 Introduction to the Northstar radar 5 2l AKW Radar system oVelVIBW soot RES EDI e m PER REN DU Pen NEM R dei nd 5 2 2 Check TMG A KW TAGA DOES aqva cq eti vc A t dto o EAE EROR O Re 6 3 Install the radar 9 3 1 CnoosetiescannerloCablOlkaeessneicadd ttti E tana dre e do iie USE IRAN SEN aH UE cs 9 Solel Powerboatinstalatlolis saisdieatuede utt qu edi s nO ed e oni is enor cata Qd iar a NI RET RUR 10 312 Yacht irstalldtlolscn usi EU EGRE a eee EU NAN 11 3 2 How to find the optimum height for the scanner 5 eene entente tetto tnnt tete te sr rn Renner r rn ren 12 3 3 How to find the maximum detection range secssssssesesesssscsssesesessssssssssescscseseseseeseseesesesesssssseesesesesesseseeseseacseseeeess 12 3 4 How to reduce false echoes and shadow zones ccssssssssssssssssescsesesscsssescscsesessesesescsescseses
49. seesseosesseesseoseosesseeseessesseessesss 28 4 6 1 Configure the remote power control for an 80001 eese tetetetentnen enean tete Reser enin benen tee rr nis 28 4 6 2 Connect an 8000i network cable NS00481 X eee eese eese ee entente tete tette tetas testes rn ere totes tete sr te rr 29 4 6 3 Connect the optional NMEA compass for an 80001 s ssesesseesseoseosrrsrersersrrsrrrsrrenrrnrrrsrrnrrrsrrsrrrsrrn rens rrsrrn ren sen rrn renen nro nn 29 4 7 Connect the power Cable ou esesesssssesssssssssssessssssssssssssssseeseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseseaeseaeseseseseseseaeees 29 4 8 Gonnectthe groubid WIN Gessie tern br XR te Ca v er te INN ERE ben eo ln RE He Ca e e ee 30 29 Radar system eneekliet comes duet Ire n ORDIN NND de NUN Mta ui T 31 5 Setup the radar with the Northstar 8000i system 32 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 1 6 Setup the radar with the Northstar 6000i or 6100i 33 61 Turni theradar on abd ON sesenta n RONDE HERR d FUNERIS ON EON S Ro EN dra die Ee 33 6 1 1 Before you turn on the radar for the first tiMe c ccssssssessssssessssssssssscscsssscscsssssscssssscscsesssscsesessscseassessesesssessesesesneess 33 6 12 TUREN ES rada OD eode eee b E tihe uie Odeon Na n A na i es rs in isa Sm A T 33 51 3 Tti the Tadal Of csi mit OR t dti pactis ursa ibis tactic arena SEE 33 6 2 ConfiguretbenaviddtorcomimubclatiOFiscieaene aga RUOTE E END TM Y ser seen Renn
50. the packing lists If anything is missing contact your distributor NS004791R 4 kW scanner standard components Quantity Item Part name Part no i M8x30 Part of Hardware Hexagonal bolt kit HR000067 M8 Spring Part of Hardware washer kit HRO00067 M8 Plain washer Part of Hardware kit HROOOO67 Packing list LA000453A Mounting LAO00452A _ TTE T template Interconnection NS003102 cable 49 ft 15 49 ft 15 m m Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual NS004791M 4 kW scanner standard components Quantity _ ooo Partname Partno 1 Scanner unit NS004791 4 l Y HL M8x30 Part of Hardware Nf Hexagonal bolt kit HR000067 M8 Spring Part of Hardware washer kit HROOOO67 M8 Plain washer Part of Hardware kit HRO00067 Packing list LA000453A NN Hi Mounting LAO00452A template NS004781 4 kW radar processor standard components 4 kW radar NS004781 processor box NS ROR1042M A 4KW RADAR PROCESSOR This manual MNO000356A Installation LA000276A template Product CD000085A Registration Card e M OO XX 2 2 2 ZO m M oo ZOO OO C MMM Warranty CD000260A MM Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 7 License LAOO0624A agreement 1 Spare 3A fuse Part of Hardware kit HRO00061
51. the wheelhouse is the highest existing location consider installing a radar mast or a pedestal on which you can mount the scanner You may also need to construct a working platform for your own safety during installation and servicing work if you mount the scanner on a pedestal or base ensure that rain and sea spray can drain away from it rapidly if you locate the scanner on the mast position it on the forward side so that there is a clear view to the front of the vessel the scanner is usually installed parallel to line of the keel ensure that the location site provides the scanner with a clear view of the front of the vessel DON T DO THIS DON T install the scanner too high up where its weight will alter the stability of the vessel and cause degradation of the radar picture over short ranges see How to find the optimum height for the scanner DON T install the scanner close to lamps or exhaust outlets The heat emissions may cause the equipment to breakdown and soot and smoke will degrade the performance of the radar DON T install the scanner close to the antennas of other equipment such as direction finders VHF antennas GPS equipment and so on because it may cause interference DON T install the scanner where a large obstruction such as an exhaust stack is at the same level as the beam because the obstruction is likely to generate false echoes and or shadow zones DON T install the scanner where it will be subjecte
52. ues that normally produce a useful picture as follows 1 From the main radar page press Page 1 2 Press Restore 3 Press any or all of Restore Auto Restore Harbor Restore Range Rider and Restore Manual to return to the factory appearance settings This completes the installation calibration Note that the heading correction may need to be adjusted slightly after the gain is optimized to provide a better picture Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 7 Maintenance WARNING Before doing any maintenance work always ensure that the radar system is turned OFF at the main power source If a rectifier unit is used turn OFF the power supply to this too Remember that high voltages from the rectifier unit are always present even if the radar is not operating and these can cause severe injury or death 7 1 General maintenance Proper maintenance of the radar system will keep it in good condition and minimize breakdowns Periodically remove any dust dirt or sea salt from the external surfaces with a dry lint free cloth check that the radar components are held securely in place and that the screws nuts and bolts have not worked loose Tighten and re apply marine paint where necessary to prevent corrosion check that all the radar cabling is not frayed bent or cut and that the radar system cable connections are secure tight and waterproof 7 2 Scanner maintenance Before working on the scanner remove you
53. upplied Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 5 2 2 Check the 4 kW radar parts The NS RDR1042MD radar system consists of a scanner a radar processor and associated cables There are two basic options for the 4 kW radar NS004791R is the standard 4 kW radar scanner component consisting of a box containing the scanner and the 49 ft 15 m interconnection cable NS003102 NS004791M is the alternative 4 kW radar scanner component consisting of a box containing only the scanner This radar system is designed for use with the 65 5 ft 20 m interconnection cable NS003103 which is ordered and supplied separately If you want to use an interconnection cable length other than the 49 ft 15 m or 65 5 ft 20 m options please consult your Northstar dealer If you re connecting the 4 kW radar to a Northstar 6000i or 6100i system a 10 ft 3 m radar communications cable NS003107 is supplied with the 6000i or 6100i system If this is not long enough an optional 6 ft 1 8 m extension cable NS003108 for the radar communications cable can be added between the radar processor and the 6000i This extension cable is not supplied as standard and must be ordered separately If you re connecting the radar to a Northstar 8000i system you need the 8000i network cable NS00481X which is available is several lengths This is not supplied as standard and must be ordered separately Unpack the boxes carefully and check the contents against
54. yed Yes range rings are displayed 1 Confirm that the installation set up had been performed 2 Verify that the array is turning If it s a dome with the power off remove the dome cover weather permitting Apply power to the system After the warn up countdown has completed and the transmit option is set to ON verify that the array is turning 3 If the antenna does not turn skip to the section If the scanner fails to turn No range rings or range scale information are not displayed 1 Verify that the serial data cable wiring is correct for the communications cable as shown in the section Connect the communications cable to the junction box 42 Northstar 4 kW Radar Installation Manual 9 Manual tuning procedure for the 6000i or 6100i system NOTE The following manual tuning procedure is provided only for possible situations where the unit s automatic tuning does not perform well with a Northstar 6000i or 6100i system At present Northstar is not aware of any such situation and recommends that automatic tuning be used unless a reason is found to use this manual procedure Begin by restoring all radar settings to their factory settings except trigger delay heading calibration and whether or not a heading sensor is installed as follows 1 2 3 From the main radar page press Page 1 Press Restore Press Restore factory settings to return the unit to its state when it was shipped with the exception of tri
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