NorthStar Navigation 10 kW Manual de usuario

NS004793R 10 kW open array standard components Quantity Item Part name Part number 1 10 kW open array NS004793 1 Assembly instructions sheet LA0

NS003108 Optional extension cable for 6000i and 6100i installations only - order separately Quantity Item Part name Part no. 1 Radar communicatio

3.3 Install the radar A radar unit should only be installed by a qualified marine technician, as potentially lethal high voltage is present along wit

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 t

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

3.3.2 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 performanc

where:  D is distance traveled by the radar beam  h1 is the height above sea level of the scanner  h2 is the height above sea level of a target

where: Ls = distance to be moved from the keel line D = diameter of the obstacle R = distance between the antenna and the obstacle 3.3.5 Install

3.3.6 10 kW radar dimensions The 10 kW scanner is an open array model with a rotation diameter of 75.2" (1910 mm). Ensure that the open array w

Repeat this for procedure for each bolt, then tighten all the nuts so that the scanner is secure. NOTE: Use the bolts supplied as these are hardened

1.1 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

3.3.10 Wire the radar system Always install a separate circuit breaker or separate fuse for the radar system circuit. 3.10.3.1 Wiring guidelines

4. Tear away the tape (A) then unravel the shield mesh and wrap this around the washer as shown. 5. Check that the interconnection cable is position

Cable connector J connector B (P2) J2 C (P1) J1 D (P3) J3 E (P4) J4 F (P5) J5 8. Screw down the cable holders and clips to keep the interconn

The wiring details for the connector ends B, C, D, E, and F are as follows: NS003105/NS003106 Interconnection cable - connector ends Pin Color AWG

Pin Color AWG Size Signal name 1 Blue / Gray (big) #16 Motor Ground 2 Purple / Brown (big) #16 Motor Ground 3 White / Orange (big) #16 Moto

You can connect the radar processor to either the Northstar 6100i OR to the Northstar 8000i, but not to both simultaneously. 10 kW radar processo

Apply silicon sealant around both of the bolts. 3.10.3.6 Install the 10kW open array IMPORTANT: Install the open array onto the scanner ONLY af

3.10.3.7 Connect the 10 kW radar processor to a 6000i or 6100i display The following diagram shows the recommended method for connecting the radar pr

Item Function A Junction box B To NMEA Device 1 C To NMEA Device 2 D To SmartCraft E Remote power F Circuit breaker/fuse box G Optional radar co

Wire function Free end Connector 1 6000i/6100i NMEA Connector 2 NMEA/Comms Connector 3 Smartcraft Pin Color Pin Color Pin Color

1.4 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 re

Connector 2 - Radar NMEA/Communications pin assignments Connector 3 - SmartCraft pin assignments Configure the remote power control for a 6000i

where: Key Component A Radar processor B NMEA/Comms port C NMEA port D Link in the junction box E Fuse/Breaker board F Fuse G Battery The radar pr

 If you want the radar to power ON automatically whenever the 6000i or 6100i is ON, use the following power ON/OFF configuration: where: Key Co

Alternative 8000i system configurations are possible. For further information please refer to the Northstar 8000i System Installation documentation.

Connect the optional NMEA compass for an 8000i The NMEA compass may be directly connected to the radar processor through the NMEA/COMMS port. Compass

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 wi

4 Set up the radar with the Northstar 6000i or 6100i 4.1.1.1 Turn the radar on and off 4.1.2 Before you turn on the radar for the first time To ext

4.4.1.1 Configure the navigator communications IMPORTANT: If you are going to operate the radar without a heading sensor, ignore this section and se

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

4. Press Rain Clutter, then press 0 twice to set the rain clutter value to zero. 5. Press Sea Clutter, then press 0 three times to set the sea clutt

Contents 1.1 FCC Statement...

9. If possible, check targets in all quadrants to ensure accurate adjustment. Set the heading calibration (heading sensor not installed) The heading

4.4.1.7 Restore all the factory settings If you need to restore ALL of the radar settings (except trigger delay, heading calibration and whether or

4.1.5 Maintenance Before doing any maintenance work, always ensure that the radar system is turned OFF at the main power source. If a rectifier un

4.1.6 Troubleshoot the radar This appendix gives information on fixing possible problems with the radar. Many problems are caused by:  faulty or l

4.6.1.3 If the 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

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 voltag

5 Manual tuning procedure for the 6000i or 6100i system NOTE: The following manual tuning procedure is provided only for possible situations where t

5.1.1 10 kW radar system specifications 10 kW scanner Scanner type Open array DC input 10.8 to 36 V (DC 12/24 system) Scanner dimensions 1.5 f

Power consumption 250 W (maximum) at maximum wind velocity DC input 21.6 V to 41.6 V (24 V DC systems ONLY) Emission type P0N. Passed JRC FCC/IC/

2 Preface This manual explains how to install the scanner and the radar processor. It also explains how to set up the radar system after installat

Only qualified personnel should install or service this equipment. Installation or servicing work that is done by non-qualified personnel can result

3 Introduction to the Northstar radar The Northstar radars are designed as an option available to the Northstar 6000i, 6100i, or 8000i systems. A va

3.2 Check the 10 kW radar parts The NS-RDR1106MO 10 kW radar system consists of a box containing the scanner, a box containing the open array, and a

1 Packing list LA000456A NS00310X interconnection cable - order separately Quantity Item Part name Part number 1 Interconnection cable NS00310