_________________________ February 2002
The following units are combined with the 10kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational Raymarine radar systems given below. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/Chart Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb Display Unit, 7" Mono LCD/hsb/Chart Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb Display Unit, 7" CRT/hsb/Chart Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb Display Unit, 10" CRT/hsb/Chart Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD /Chart Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD/hsb Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD hsb/Chart Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb Display Unit, 10" Colour LCD/hsb/Chart ANTENNA (one of) Description 48" Antenna 72" Antenna PATHFINDER RADAR SYSTEMS Radar System SL79M PLUS SL79MRC PLUS RL79 PLUS RL79RC PLUS R79 PLUS R79RC PLUS R89 PLUS R89RC PLUS SL79C PLUS SL79CRC PLUS RL79C PLUS RL79CRC PLUS RL89C PLUS RL89CRC PLUS
Designation Scanner 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S 9S
Radar System SL711M PLUS SL711MRC PLUS RL711 PLUS RL711RC PLUS R711 PLUS R711RC PLUS R811 PLUS R811RC PLUS SL711C PLUS SL711CRC PLUS RL711C PLUS RL711CRC PLUS RL811C PLUS RL811CRC PLUS
Designation Scanner 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S 11S
declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Specifically this declaration includes conformity to ITU Radio Regulations on Unwanted Emissions of Radar Systems. Product Name: Product Number(s): Ancillary Units Raymarine 2D 2kW, 18" Radome Scanner Unit M92650, from S/n 1222000 C-series Displays - details given on Sheet 2
The assessment is consistent with a Technical Construction File showing conformity with the essential requirements of the Directive and has been reviewed by Notified Body No. 0191 The product is labelled with the CE conformity marking, the identification number of the Notified Body and class identifier. Signatory: Name Title Company Name Company Address Adil Abbas International Compliance Manager Raymarine Limited Anchorage Park Portsmouth, Hampshire England PO3 5TD
_________________________ 13 February 2004
Declaration of Conformity Schedule of Ancillary Equipment

ANTENNA (one of) Description 48" Antenna Array 72" Antenna Array Scanner Unit Designation (Transceiver + Antenna) 5S 7S Part No. M92693 M92743
declare, under our sole responsibility, that the products identified in this declaration, and to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the essential requirements of European Parliament and Council Directive: 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. Specifically this declaration includes conformity to ITU Radio Regulations on Unwanted Emissions of Radar Systems. Product Name: Product Number(s): Ancillary Units Raymarine 10kW Open Array Scanner Unit M92655, from S/n 0332000 C-series Displays - details given on Sheet 2
The following Raymarine Display Units are combined with the Raymarine 10kW, Open Array Scanner Unit (transceiver) listed on Sheet 1 to form the operational radar systems. Details of these units are included in the Technical Construction File: DISPLAY (one of) Description Display Unit, 7" Colour LCD /Chart Display Unit, 8" Colour LCD/Chart Display Unit, 12" Colour LCD/Chart Designation C70 C80 C120 Part No. E02018 E02020 E02022
ANTENNA (one of) Description 48" Antenna Array 72" Antenna Array Scanner Unit Designation (Transceiver + Antenna) 9S 11S Part No. M92693 M92743

CONTENTS

Preface.... iii Display Software Version... iii C-Series Display Compatibility.. iv Warranty.... iv EMC Conformance.... iv Chapter 1: Overview....1 1.1 Introduction... 1 EMC installation guidelines... 2 Connections to Other Equipment.. 3 1.2 Unpacking and inspecting the components.. 3 1.3 Selecting the scanner unit site... 5 Mounting surface: sailboats... 9 Mounting surface: power boats.. 9 Setting the radiation plane... 10 1.4 Cable Requirements.... 11 Scanner Cables... 11 Running the cable to the scanner.. 13 Rejoining cables... 13 Radome scanner cables... 14 Inter-unit cable... 14 Power cable... 15 Open array scanner cables for Pathfinder displays.. 17 Inter-unit cable... 17 Power cable... 18 Open array scanner cables for C-series displays.. 21 Split pedestal cable... 21 Pedestal adaptor cable... 21 1.5 Power Requirements... 21 Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner...23 2.1 Radome scanner.... 23 Securing the radome scanner to the mounting surface. 23 Connecting the radome scanner inter-unit cable.. 24 2.2 Open array scanner... 28 Securing the pedestal to the mounting platform.. 29 Connecting the open array scanner cable... 30 Fitting the open array to the pedestal.. 34 2.3 System Connections.... 35 Cable details... 37
Chapter 3: Post Installation Checks and Maintenance..39 EMC Conformance...39 3.1 System Checks and Alignment...39 System check...39 Set up, alignment and timing checks..39 Switch on and initial set up..39 Checking transmission...40 Bearing alignment...40 Display timing adjustment...40 72" open array position alignment...40 3.2 Maintenance...41 Warnings...41 Routine Checks...41 Servicing and Safety...41 3.3 Problem Solving...42 Technical Support:...43 How to Contact Raymarine (US)..43 For Marine Product and Services Information..43 For Accessories and Parts..43 For Product Repair and Service...44 How to Contact Raymarine (Europe)..44 Accessories and Parts...44 Worldwide Support...45 Specification....47 2D 18" Radome Scanner Unit...47 4D 24" Radome Scanner Unit...49 5S and 9S 48" Open Array Scanner Unit..51 7S and 11S 72" Open Array Scanner Unit...54 Index.....57

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Connections to Other Equipment
If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be fitted to the cable close to the Raymarine unit.
1.2 Unpacking and inspecting the components
Unpack your system carefully, to prevent damage to the equipment. It is good practice to save the carton and packing for future use, in case you need to return the unit for service. Check that you have all the correct system components. These depend on your system package, as detailed in the following tables.
4 Table 1-1: Radome scanners
Item 2D 18" 2 kW Radome Scanner with 15 m light cable 4D 24" 4 kW Radome Scanner with 15 m heavy cable Inter-unit cable 15 m heavy Inter-unit cable 25 m heavy Inter-unit cable 15 m light Inter-unit cable 10 m light Extension cable 5 m Extension cable 10 m Mast Mount 18" Scanner Mast Mount 24" Scanner Radome mounting interface plate Part No. M92650-S M92652-S M92668 M92669 M92720 M92692 M92699 M92700 M92722 M92698 M92731

Supplied with: 4D 2D -

Option for: Both 2D Both Both 2D 4D 2D
Table 1-2: Open array scanners
Item 4 kW Scanner Pedestal 10 kW Scanner Pedestal 48" Open Array 72" Open Array Pathfinder Cables Inter-unit cable 15 m heavy Inter-unit cable 25 m heavy Cable kit: 5 m +10 m extension (To fit open array scanner on a radar arch) Extension cable 5m Extension cable 10m Part No. M92654-S M92655-S M92693 M92743 M92728 M92705 E55017 M92699 M92700 Supplied with: 5S, 7S 9S, 11S 5S, 9S 7S, 11S Option for: 5S,7S, 9S, 11S 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S 5S, 7S, 9S,11S 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S
Note: 9S and 11S scanners require 24/32V C-Series Cables Split pedestal cable 25m Split pedestal cable 15m Pedestal adaptor cable Software Upgrade Kit E05017 E05018 E05019 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S 5S, 7S, 9S, 11S
Please contact your authorized dealer or distributor for details
1.3 Selecting the scanner unit site
This section provides information that affects the possible locations of the scanner, and its position relative to the display unit and to the power supply. The dimensions of the each scanner unit are shown in the following diagrams. Selecting the best location for the scanner unit requires careful consideration of the following points, to ensure reliable and trouble free operation:

Note: In order to minimize potential interference to other systems on board ship (EMC), it is advisable to mount the scanner on a part of the boat that is insulated from the ships battery negative. If you cannot do this, and encounter problems, you can fit insulating bushes between the scanner and its mounting bracket.
Height: The scanner unit should normally be mounted as high as practical above the waterline, for three reasons: For safety reasons the scanner should be out of range of personnel, preferably above head height. This avoids mechanical danger and electromagnetic contact, particularly with the eyes. Radar operates at the line-of-sight, so a high mounting position gives better long range performance. Surrounding large objects, in the same horizontal plane, can interfere with the radar signal and cause blind areas or shadow sectors and false targets on the radar screen (see below). However, do not mount the scanner so high that it is affected by the pitching and rolling of the vessel. In addition, you may need to lower the scanner to avoid creating a shadow sector underneath the scanners beam.
Rear 151.25 mm (5.95 in) 302.5 mm (11.9 in) 468 mm (18.4 in) dia.

Rear 116.5 mm (4.6 in)

233 mm (9.2 in)

Weight:

6.5 kg (14.3 lbs) 1 m (33 in)

Compass safe distance:

141.5 mm (5.6 in)

18" Radome Scanner

Rear 185.15 mm (7.3 in) 402 mm (15.8 in) 599 mm (23.6 in) dia.

7.5 kg (16.5lbs)

Compass Safe Distance: 1m (33")
24" Radome Scanner D3228_5

227 mm (8.9 in)

D3224_4

Open Array Scanners

48"- 1306 mm (51.4 in), 72"- 1928 mm (75.9 in) Centre of rotation Centre of rotation
100 mm (4 in) 427 mm (16.8 in) 296 mm (11.65 in)

150 mm (6 in)

70 mm (2.75 in)

140 mm (5.5 in)

Weight Pedestal: 24 kg (53.0 lb) 48" Open Array: 6 kg (13.2 lb) 72" Open Array: 9.4 kg (20.7 lb) Compass Safe Distance: 1 m (33 in)
Minimum clearance 630 mm (24.8 in)

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Minimum clearance height 510 mm (20.1 in)

406 mm (16 in)

Pathfinder Radar Scanners Access: The scanner unit site should be easily accessible to allow maintenance to be carried out safely. Magnetic compass: Mount the scanner unit at least 1 m away from a magnetic compass. Cable run: The maximum length of cable between the display unit and the scanner unit should not normally exceed 20 m (60 ft) for radome scanners, or 15 m (45 ft) for open array scanners. If you need to use a longer cable power cable lengths must be considered, refer to Section 1.4 Cable Runs to determine appropriate lengths. Shadow sectors and false echoes: Mount the scanner away from large structures or equipment, such as the fly bridge, large engine stacks, searchlights, horns, or masts. It is particularly important to avoid shadow sectors near the bow. Raising or even lowering the scanner may help to reduce these effects. In shadow areas beyond the obstruction there will be a reduction of the beam intensity, although not necessarily a complete cut-off; there will be a blind sector if the subtended angle is more than a few degrees. In some shadow sectors the beam intensity may not be sufficient to obtain an echo from a very small object, even at close range, despite the fact that a large vessel can be detected at a much greater range. For this reason the angular width and relative bearing of any shadow sector must be determined at installation. Sometimes shadowing can be seen by increasing the radar gain until noise is present. Dark sectors indicate possible shadowed areas. This information should be posted near the display unit and operators must be alert for targets in these blind sectors. It should also be noted that wet sails create shadow areas and thus sail boat operators should be aware that radar performance may reduce in rain. If you mount the scanner on a mast, echoes from the mast may appear on the radar display. These can be minimized by placing absorbing material, such as a block of wood, between the scanner and mast. Platform rigidity/stability: The scanner platform should not twist (causing bearing errors) or be subject to excessive vibration. Heat/fumes: Mount the scanner away from the top of exhaust stacks, since the scanner and cables can be damaged by excessive heat and the corrosive effects of exhaust gases. For open array scanners you should also consider the following points:
9 Mounting Platform: The platform must be mechanically secure and capable of supporting the mass and inertia of the open array scanner. The complete unit weighs: 48" scanner - 30 kg (66.2 lb); 72" scanner - 33.4 kg (73.7 lb). The site must be clear of ropes and moving rigging. Sufficient clearance must be allowed to fully open the open array pedestal for maintenance.
Mounting surface: sailboats
The scanner unit can be installed on a mast platform, an arch, or a bridge structure. Make sure that the platform surface is flat and the scanner unit drain hole (radome scanners) is not obstructed. Raymarine recommends that radome scanner units are best suited for sailboat operation as open array systems are more difficult to protect from ropes and sails. For sailboat installations, Raymarine offers a universal mast mount kit for each radome scanner type. This optional mount is used to fit a radome scanner to a flat surface on a mast with a minimum diameter of 60 mm (2 in). When using the mast mount kit, appropriate hardware should be used for the style and structure of the mast aboard the vessel. Typically, the scanner will be mounted near the first set of mast spreaders. If there is any doubt concerning the appropriate type of hardware, consult your boat dealer or representative for their recommendations. Depending on the type of sailboat, a radar scanner guard should be installed if the sails could touch the scanner or platform. Without a proper radar guard the mounting platform and the radar scanner could be severely damaged.

The radome radar systems are intended for use on ships DC power systems operating in the range 10.7 to 32 V DC (that is, 12 V and 24 V systems; not 32 V systems). A 1.5 m (5 ft) power cable is supplied (with the display unit) for connecting the ships DC power to the radar scanner via the display unit. Refer to the Display Unit Owners Handbook for details on connecting this cable. This section provides details for extending the length of the power cable. If a longer power cable run is required, use the supplied power cable to connect to the display unit. Then use a suitable connector block to connect the free end to the extension cable. The supplied power cable has a cross-section of 2.0 mm2.
Note: For vessels with 24 V power systems, the power cable may be extended by up to 20 m using a wire gauge of 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16) or greater, irrespective of the inter-unit cable length.
For vessels with 12 V power systems, longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges to minimize any voltage drop in the cable. The type of scanner, type of inter-unit cable and cable length also affect the wire gauge required for the extension power cable. To determine the correct supply cable size: 1. Estimate the length of cable between the ships main power source and the connector block. 2. Use the followings tables (one for each scanner size) to determine, for each inter-unit cable combination, the wire size required for that length. For example, you might have a 24" scanner, with 20 m between the scanner and display unit, that you plan to connect by extending the supplied 15 m heavy interunit cable with a 5 m extension cable. In addition, your 12 V power supply might be 10 m from the display unit, requiring an extension of 8.5 m. To determine the wire gauge required for the power cable extension, refer to the table for the 24" scanner, go to the row labelled 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext, and read across until you come to a maximum cable length greater than 8.5 m. This is the 10 m entry, in the column for 4.0 mm2 wire gauge.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners Table 1-4: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems 18" Radome Scanner
Inter-Unit Cable(s) mm2: 1.5 AWG: m Light 10 m Light + 5 m ext 10 m Light + 10 m ext 15 m Light 15 m Heavy 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext 25 m Heavy 25 m Heavy + 5 m ext 25 m Heavy + 10 m ext 5.0 1.0 Power Cable Core (each core) 2.7.0 2.0 2.9.0 3.0 4.14.0 4.5 6.20.0 7.0 10.35.0 12.0

Do NOT extend the power cable 1.0 7.0 5.0 4.5 3.5 2.0 2.0 10.0 7.0 6.0 4.5 3.0 3.0 13.0 10.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 4.5 20.0 15.0 12.0 9.0 6.0 7.0 30.0 25.0 20.0 15.0 9.0 12.0 50.0 40.0 35.0 25.0 15.0
Note: If you have an 18" radome scanner, and the wire gauge required for your extended
power cable is unacceptably large, you should replace the supplied light (2 power core) inter-unit cable with the 25 m heavy (4 power core) inter-unit cable assembly (see table).
Table 1-5: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 12 V Systems 24" Radome Scanner
Inter-Unit Cable(s) mm2: 1.5 AWG: m Heavy 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext 15 m Heavy + 10 m ext 25 m Heavy 25 m Heavy + 5 m ext 25 m Heavy + 10 m ext 5.0 4.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 Power Cable Core (each core) 2.7.0 5.0 3.0 3.0 1.5 2.9.0 6.0 4.0 4.0 2.0 4.14.0 10.0 7.0 7.0 3.0 6.20.0 15.0 10.0 10.0 4.0 10.35.0 25.0 17.0 17.0 8.0
Do NOT extend the power cable
Open array scanner cables for Pathfinder displays
The Pathfinder display inter-unit cables have a connector plug at one end for connecting to the display unit or extension cable; the other end is prepared ready to fit to the power and signal connectors (see Section 2.2). Heavy duty cables are available in 15 m and 25 m lengths which should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels. For longer runs, 5 m and 10 m extension cables are available, both have 4 power cores to minimize voltage drops over the cable run and incorporate in-line moulded plugs. The maximum inter-unit cable length is limited by the minimum supply voltage and the scanner type. CAUTION: 10 kW scanner systems cannot be used directly with 12 V systems; they require a 12 V to 24 V converter rated to 180 W. Contact your authorized Raymarine dealer or distributor for details. 12 V Systems (4 kW scanners only) For vessels with 12 V power systems, the recommended cable(s) for different run lengths are given in the following table, which assumes a minimum supply voltage of 10.7 V (the lowest voltage likely to be reached by a 12 V battery in normal marine use). Do not use cable combinations that are not included in the table. Table 1-6: Recommended 4 kW Open Array Scanner Inter-Unit Cable(s) for Vessels with 12 V Power Systems
Inter-Unit Cable Length Required (m) kW Scanners 5m heavy 15 m heavy 5 m heavy + 10 m extension
Refer to the packing list in Section 1.2 for cable part numbers 24 V and 32 V Systems - 4 kW scanners For vessels with 24 V and 32 V power systems, any combination of inter-unit cable up to a maximum length of 35 m can be used.

Table 1-8: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24/32 V Systems 4 kW Scanners
Power Cable Core Size (each core) mm2: 2.0 AWG: kW Scanners 8.0 4.16.0 6.24 8.32 10.35
Pathfinder Radar Scanners Table 1-9: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 24 V Systems 10 kW Scanners
Inter-Unit Cable(s) mm2: 1.5 AWG: m Heavy 10 m Heavy 15 m Heavy 15 m Heavy + 5 m ext 15 m Heavy + 10 m ext 25 m Heavy 25 m Heavy + 5 m ext 25 m Heavy + 10 m ext. 12.0 10.5 9.0 7.5 6.0 6.0 4.5 3.0 Power Cable Core (each core) 2.16.0 14.0 12.0 10.0 8.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 2.20.0 18.0 16.0 13.0 10.0 10.0 8.0 5.0 4.32.0 28.0 24.0 20.0 16.0 16.0 12.0 8.0
Table 1-10: Max. Extension Power Cable Lengths (m), 32 V Systems 10 kW Scanners
Power Cable Core Size (each core) mm2: 1.5 AWG: kW Scanners 15.0 2.20.0 2.25.0
Open array scanner cables for C-series displays
A split pedestal cable is required to connect a compatible open array scanner to the display unit and to the power source. If you are connecting an existing compatible scanner to a C-Series display a pedestal adaptor cable can be used instead of the split pedestal cable. CAUTION: Do not extend the split pedestal or pedestal adaptor cable.

Split pedestal cable

The split pedestal cable combines the inter-unit and power cores, divided by a Y junction. One core has a connector plug for connecting to the display unit, the other core is for connecting to power. The scanner end is prepared ready to fit to the power and signal connectors (see Section 2.2). Two cable lengths are available: 25m cable provides 25m from scanner to Y junction. 15m cable provides 15m from scanner to Y junction. These lengths should be sufficient to complete the cable run required on most small vessels.

Pedestal adaptor cable

The pedestal adaptor cable combines the inter-unit and power cores, divided by a Y junction. One core has a connector plug for connecting to the display unit, the other core is for connecting to power. The scanner end has a connector plug for fitting to an existing inter-unit cable.

1.5 Power Requirements

Note: Open array scanners connected to a Pathfinder display and all radome scanners re-
ceive power from the display unit via the inter-unit cable. The display power cable is supplied with the display unit and details for connecting power are provided in your display unit Owners Handbook. However, you should be aware of the information provided in this section.
The DC system should be either: Negative grounded, with the negative battery terminal connected to the ships ground. Floating, with neither battery terminal connected to the ships ground. CAUTION: This radar is not intended for use on positive ground vessels. The power cable Earth screen connections must be connected to the ships ground.
Pathfinder Radar Scanners Grounding the radar system It is important that an effective RF ground is connected to the radar system. You must ground the radar by connecting the drain wire (screen) of the power cable to the nearest ground point of the ships RF ground system. Refer to your display unit Owners Handbook for details. If you need to extend the wire, the extension wire should be an 8 mm braid or AWG 10 (6.0 mm2) multi-stranded cable. If your vessel does not have an RF system, connect the drain wire to the negative battery terminal.
Note: Use only this ground connection.
Power Connections The power connection to the radar should be made at either the output of the battery isolator switch, or at a DC power distribution panel. Raymarine recommends that power is fed directly to the radar via its own dedicated cable system and MUST be protected by a thermal circuit breaker or fuse, fitted close to the power connection. Refer to the table below for isolator switch, circuit breaker or fuse value ratings. Check all terminal connections are clean. CAUTION: If you do not have a thermal circuit breaker or fuse in your power circuit, e.g. fitted to the DC distribution panel, you MUST fit an inline breaker or fuse to the positive (red) lead of the power cable. Table 1-11: Isolator Switch/Thermal Breaker/Fuse Value
Vessels Supply Device Isolator Switch min. rating 12 V* Thermal Breaker rating Fuse value Isolator Switch min. rating 24/32 V** Thermal Breaker rating Fuse value Open Array Systems 4 kW 10 kW 30 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 8A 10 A n/a n/a n/a 15 A 10 A 15 A Radome Systems 20A 10A 15 A 15 A 5A 8A

* 10 kW scanners cannot be directly connected to 12 V **Radome systems cannot use 32V.
Chapter 2: Installing the Scanner

2.1 Radome scanner

Securing the radome scanner to the mounting surface
CAUTION: The drain tube must always be used, but may be shortened if necessary 1. Using the paper template supplied with the scanner mounting kit, mark the flat mounting surface with the mounting holes and drain tube hole, and drill the holes as indicated on the template. If it is impractical to drill a hole for the drain tube, then the scanner unit should be mounted on 4 suitable spacers 10 mm high and the drain tube length reduced by 10 mm. It will then be clear of the flat surface and can still perform its function.
Notes: (1) If you are using a Raymarine mast mount bracket, the surface is pre-pre-

pared.

(2) If you are mounting the scanner on a flat surface, you may find it easier to
fit the drain tube, as described in the following section, before securing the scanner. 2. Position the scanner on the mounting surface, ensuring that the cable inlet is pointing aft. 3. Locate the bolts and washers supplied with the scanner and grease the bolts. Fix the bitumen washers to the mounting surface then secure the scanner to the mounting surface as shown in the following diagram. Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (14.7 lb ft.); ensure the scanner is tightly fitted.

Scanner base

Bitumen washer
Mounting bracket or mounting surface Greased mounting bolt

D3995-3

You may need to use longer M8 mounting bolts to secure the scanner if you have used shims to lower the radar beam.
Connecting the radome scanner inter-unit cable
CAUTION: Before wiring the scanner unit, make sure that the inter-unit cable is not connected and power is not applied to the display unit. When you have run the inter-unit cable to the scanner location, connect the cable as follows: 1. Loosen the 4 (18") or 7 (24") screws securing the scanner cover. These screws are captive and should remain assembled to the lower flange assembly. Press the radome inwards to release the top. This breaks the seal and makes removal easier. 2. To avoid losing the scanner cover, tie the cord, attached to the inside of the base of the scanner, to the moulded hole provided in the cover. 3. If you have a 24" scanner, unscrew and remove the inner cover:
Inner cover (24" only)

D4006-4

4. Remove the drain tube from inside the base of the scanner, and insert it into the drain hole as shown in the following diagram. Pull the tube gently from outside the scanner so that it clips into place.

Problem Scanner not responding message. Correction Check that the cable connecting the scanner to the radar display unit is firmly attached and undamaged. Check that the polarity of the cables is correct. Perform the bearing alignment procedure described in the display unit Owners Handbook Section 8.7. Refer to 72" open array position alignment.
The bearing displayed on the radar display is not the same as the actual bearing The 72 antenna stops in the wrong position.

Technical Support:

Please visit out website at: www.raymarine.com/recreational/support where you will find a Questions & Answers database, service information and email access to the Technical Support department. Alternatively, if you dont have access to the world wide web, call: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2444 or (603) 881-5200 extension 2444 Our Technical Support Specialists are available to answer questions about installing, operating and trouble-shooting all Raymarine products.
How to Contact Raymarine (US)
For Marine Product and Services Information
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For Accessories and Parts
Many Raymarine accessory items and parts can be obtained directly from your authorized Raymarine dealer. However, if you are in need of an item not available from the retailer, please contact Raymarine Technical Services at: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2333 or (603) 881-5200 extension 2333. Technical Services are available Monday through Friday 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Please have the Raymarine item or part number ready when calling if placing an order. If you are not sure which item is appropriate for your unit, you should first contact the Technical Support Department at: 1-800-539-5539 ext. 2444 or (603) 881-5200 extension 2444 to verify your requirements.
For Product Repair and Service
In the unlikely event your Raymarine unit should develop a problem, please contact your authorized Raymarine dealer for assistance. The dealer is best equipped to handle your service requirements and can offer time saving help in getting the equipment back into normal operation. In the event that repairs can not be obtained conveniently, product service may also be obtained by returning the unit to: Raymarine Product Repair Center 22 Cotton Road, Unit D Nashua, NH03063-4219 The Product Repair Center is open Monday through Friday 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time or Eastern Daylight Savings Time. All products returned to the Repair Center are registered upon receipt. A confirmation letter will be sent to you acknowledging the repair status and the products reference number. Should you wish to inquire about the repair status of your unit, contact the Product Repair Center at: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2118. Please have the product reference number, or unit serial number, ready when you call. We will do everything possible to make the repair and return your unit as quickly as possible

4. Warranty Limitations

Raymarine warranty does not apply to equipment that has been subjected to accident, abuse or mis-use, shipping damage, alterations, corrosion, incorrect and/or non-authorized service, or to a product on which the serial number has been altered, mutilated or removed. Raymarine assumes no responsibility for damage incurred during installation or as a result of incorrect installation. This warranty does not cover routine system checkouts, alignment or calibration, sea-trials or commissioning, unless required by replacement of part(s) in the area being aligned. Magnetrons, cathode ray tubes (CRTs), thin film transistor (TFT) liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFLs, hailer horns and transducers are warranted for 1 year (12 months) from date of sale. Raymarine is not liable and assumes no responsibility for damage caused by or to other equipment, systems or components occasioned by improper or unauthorized connection, or use of the product. Consumable items, including, but not limited to; fuses, batteries, drive belts, radar mixer diodes, snap-in impeller carriers, impellers, impeller bearings, and impeller shafts are specifically excluded from this warranty. Overtime/premium labor portion of services outside of normal working hours is not covered by this warranty. If repairs are necessary under the warranty, the affected product must be forwarded to a Raymarine facility or an approved Raymarine service agent, at the owners expense in a manner set forth in Section 3 hereof.
This warranty does not cover any differences in material, coloring or size between those alluded to in corporate advertising, literature or published on the Internet, which is not specifically objected to at the time of delivery. Travel costs other than those qualifying for on-board warranty (up to a maximum of 100 auto miles, tolls and two (2) hours travel time), are specifically excluded from the warranty and shall be the responsibility of the customer. Costs, which are excluded from the coverage of this warranty, include, but are not limited to: taxi fares, launch fees, aircraft rental, subsistence, customs, shipping and communication charges etc. To the extent consistent with State and Federal Law: The foregoing warranty is Raymarines sole warranty and is applicable only to products sold as new. The remedies provided herein are in lieu of: any and all other remedies and warranties, whether express or implied including but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. all obligations of Raymarine for damages including, but not limited to accidental, consequential or special damages (including punitive or multiple), or any financial loss, loss of profit, business, contracts, opportunity, goodwill or other similar loss arising out of or in connection with the purchase, use or performance of any Raymarine product, even if Raymarine has been advised of the possibility of such damages, and no case shall exceed the cost of the product. The remedies to the customer are herein exclusive. Some jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. The Raymarine warranty terms and conditions as described herein do not affect the customers statutory rights and comply with EU Directive 1999/44/EC. Raymarine is the sole author of this policy and makes no further warranties, express or implied unless a separate, specific warranty has been written and provided to the customer. This warranty supersedes and replaces all previous warranties. All Raymarine products are merely aids to navigation. It is the responsibility of the user to exercise discretion and proper navigational skill, independent of any Raymarine equipment.

Chapter 2: Getting Started & Adjusting the Display.2.1
2.1 Introduction.... 2.1 Conventions Used... 2.1 Simulator... 2.1 2.2 Switching the Display On and Off.. 2.2 Simulator Mode... 2.5 Changing the Lighting and Contrast.. 2.6 2.3 Controlling the Display... 2.7 Selecting the Mode of Operation.. 2.7 Customizing the Screen Presentation Options.. 2.13
2.4 Radar Display Control Functions.. 2.16 Using the Zoom Function... 2.16 Offsetting the Center.. 2.17 Hiding the Ships Heading Marker (SHM).. 2.18 2.5 Chart Display Control Functions (SL72RC PLUS only). 2.19 Moving Around the Chart... 2.19 2.6 Typical Chart Scenarios (SL72RC PLUS only).. 2.23 Place and Goto a Waypoint.. 2.24 Make and Follow a Route... 2.26 Review Your Passage Plan... 2.28 Displaying the Radar and Synchronizing Radar & Chart. 2.30
Chapter 3: Standard Radar Operations...3.1
3.1 Introduction.... 3.1 3.2 Range Control... 3.2 Changing the Range... 3.2 Determining Actual Radar Range.. 3.3 3.3 Interpreting and Adjusting the Radar Picture. 3.4 Identifying False Echo Returns.. 3.5 Adjusting Gain, Sea Clutter, Rain Clutter and Tune. 3.7 Changing the Targets Display..3.11 3.4 Measuring Range and Bearing Using VRM/EBLs.. 3.13 Measuring Range and Bearing to Target from Vessel.. 3.14 Measuring Range and Bearing Between Targets (FLOAT). 3.16 Controlling VRM/EBL Data Boxes.. 3.18 3.5 Setting Guard Zones and Alarms.. 3.19 Placing a Guard Zone... 3.20 Moving, Reshaping or Deleting a Guard Zone.. 3.21 Controlling Guard Zone Alarms.. 3.22
Chapter 4: Integrated Radar Operations...4.1
4.1 Introduction.... 4.1 4.2 Changing the Heading Mode... 4.2 True and Relative Motion... 4.2
4.3 Using Marks.... 4.4 4.4 Man Overboard (MOB)... 4.5 4.5 Cursor Echo.... 4.6
Chapter 5: Standard Chart Operations (SL72RC PLUS only).5.1
5.1 Introduction.... 5.1 5.2 Using Chart Cards... 5.2 Inserting a Chart Card.. 5.2 Removing a Chart Card... 5.3 Displaying the Chart Data... 5.3 Displaying Object Information... 5.4 5.3 Working with Waypoints.. 5.8 Introduction.... 5.8 Placing a Waypoint... 5.9 Selecting a Waypoint... 5.12 Waypoint Data Display... 5.12 Editing the Waypoint Details.. 5.13 Erasing a Waypoint... 5.14 Moving a Waypoint... 5.14 Using the ST60 or ST80 Navigator Keypad. 5.15 5.4 Working with Routes... 5.18 Creating a New Route... 5.19 Saving the Current Route.. 5.22 Clearing the Current Route.. 5.23 Retrieve a Route From the Database.. 5.23 Displaying Route Information.. 5.24 Using the Route List to Erase and Name a Route.. 5.26 Editing a Route... 5.27 5.5 Following Routes and Going to Points.. 5.30 Follow a Route... 5.30 Target Point Arrival... 5.32 Other Follow Route Options.. 5.32 Going To an Individual Target Point.. 5.33 Stop Follow or Stop Goto.. 5.34

1.2 The Pathfinder Radar Display
When a scanner is connected and the radar is in Transmit mode, the radar picture provides a map-like representation of the area in which the radar is operating. Typically, your ships position is at the centre of the display, and its dead ahead bearing is indicated by a vertical heading line, known as the Ships Heading Marker (SHM). The radar picture can be viewed with a variety of fixed or customised range scales. A status bar at the top of the radar image displays range, current heading and mode indicators for the various options you can set. An example radar picture is shown in Figure 1-2, with example radar returns (echoes) and default Pathfinder Radar information. The Status Bar indicator is also illustrated. The radar display can show additional information, depending on your currently selected options, set up selections and the data available from other equipment. The example displays on the following pages show some of these features. Functions are available to control the display as follows: Zoom the Display Offset your vessel from the centre of the radar picture Operation of these functions is described in Chapter 2.
The Pathfinder Radar Display

Pathfinder Radar Options

Set up options allow you to customise the radar image by choosing what is displayed, how it is displayed (including language and units) and heading mode. You can also view the cursor position and a variety of data from other equipment, e.g. speed, heading, depth, wind and tide information in a set of user-selectable data boxes. The cursor box and user-selected data boxes can be moved around the screen and they can be turned on or off. Display options are provided in System Set Up and Radar Set Up as described in Chapter 7:Setting Up the System Defaults. In addition, Screen Presentation Options, described in Chapter 2:Getting Started & Adjusting the Display are provided to switch: Cursor Box and Databoxes On/Off Range Rings On/Off Waypoint Display On/Off Note: When you switch the display off and on again, these settings are retained in memory.

Default Display

2.3 Controlling the Display
You control the display using the cursor and control keys. You start all operations from the default screen, that is the default soft keys are displayed:

Chart (SL70RC only)

ROUTE GOTO SCREEN FIND SHIP

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HDG MODE TARGETS SCREEN
When you have completed an action using the soft keys, press ENTER or CLEAR to return to the default screen; you may need to press ENTER or CLEAR several times to back-track through the soft key hierarchy. Note: If you have set up your system so that the default soft keys are not displayed all the time, press any soft key to display the labels. The remainder of this section describes how to select the mode of operation and switch half-screen windows on/off. The following sections describe how to set up the display for the Radar and for the Chart. The controls are summarized in the fold-out illustration on pages 2-11 and 2-12.
Selecting the Mode of Operation
You use the DISPLAY key to select the full-screen mode. On the SL72RC PLUS, if the data is available on your system, the following modes (described on Operating Modes on page 1-4) can be selected: Radar Chart Data log The DISPLAY key also accesses the soft keys for the half-screen window options.

Controlling the Display

To change the mode, press the DISPLAY key to show the DISPLAY pop-up, then press again to cycle through the modes available, shown in the Figure 2-5.

Figure 2-5:

Using the DISPLAY Key
The selected mode is shown by an icon with a red border and the mode is displayed on the screen. The associated half-screen window soft keys are also displayed. When the required mode is shown, press ENTER or CLEAR. The default soft keys are displayed. The selected mode is shown full-screen; in Radar and Chart mode you can switch on half-screen windows for additional display, as described in the following section. If you press DISPLAY again, the pop-up and soft keys for the current mode are shown.
Selecting a Half-Screen Window for Display
Note: Windows can only be used with Radar or Chart screens, they are not available on the data log screen.
To select a window for display:
1. From the full-screen Radar or Chart mode, press the DISPLAY key. The following soft keys are displayed with an image of each available window:

Radar:

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Select a slider using the soft key or trackpad. Toggle between off/on by pressing the soft key again. Adjust slider using trackpad, and press ENTER to finish.
RANGE Controls chart scale. Displayed vertical distances shown in the Status Bar. - Press top of key to increase the chart distance. - Press bottom of key to decrease the chart distance. - Press and hold to change the scale faster.
Use to set up the chartplotter alarms. - Press to display the Alarms set up menu and soft keys, the soft keys correspond to the selected alarm.

ALARMS SET UP

ARRIVAL ALARM OFF TRACK ALARM ANCHOR ALARM COUNTDOWN TIMER ALARM CLOCK 0.01nm OFF OFF 00:33:00 OFF
SYSTEM SET UP CHART SET UP TRACK SET UP GPS SET UP
Press soft key to display required setup menu, then use trackpad to select option and soft key to change option. Press ENTER to close menu, and CLEAR to finish.
SELECT ARRIVAL ALARM RADIUS
Use the trackball to select the alarm, then use the softkeys to adjust parameters and/or toggle the alarm on/off. Press ENTER to finish.
Customizing the Screen Presentation Options
The SCREEN soft key lets you set the following screen presentation options on or off:

CRSR BOX OFF ON

RNGE RNGS DATABOXES OFF ON OFF ON

WAYPOINT OFF ON

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CRSR BOX OFF ON CHRT GRID DATABOXES OFF ON OFF ON CUSTOM OFF ON

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Switching the Cursor Data Box On and Off
The cursor data box provides the cursors position in latitude/longitude and/or bearing/range. If you wish to see a full image, you can switch the data box off.
To control the cursor data box:
1. Press the SCREEN soft key. 2. Press the CRSR BOX soft key to toggle the setting from OFF to ON or from ON to OFF. 3. To return to the default soft key display, press ENTER.
You can move the cursor data box using the context-sensitive cursor.
Switching Radar Range Rings or Chart Grid On and Off
The radar range rings can be turned on or off. They are normally left on, but you may wish to turn them off if you are using VRM/EBLs or guard zones (see Section 3.4 and Section 3.5) to make the display clearer. The Chartplotter display includes grid lines of latitude and longitude which you can use to help determine position on the chart. The grid lines can be switched on if required. If you are in Chart mode the RNGE RNGS soft key is replaced by the CHRT GRID soft key.

To zoom out to a smaller-scale (less detailed) chart, simply press the upper part of the RANGE key as many times as required.
2.6 Typical Chart Scenarios (SL72RC PLUS only)
The following illustrations provide operating guidelines for typical navigation scenarios. These scenarios can be used as a training guide; they show you how to perform a particular operation and they introduce many of the chartplotter functions. Each scenario indicates the key presses required to perform particular tasks. A typical chartplotter screen image is shown for each task. The scenarios assume you have read the previous sections of this chapter and that you are familiar with the Operating Controls. Full operating details for each function are provided in Chapter 5 and Chapter 6. Operating guidelines are provided for the following scenarios: Working with Waypoints Place a Waypoint Goto a Waypoint Make and Follow a Routes Create a Route Follow a Route Review the Passage Plan View Route Information Change the SOG, Hours and ETA. Displaying the Radar Image and Synchronizing Radar & Chart Changing the Full-Screen Mode & Selecting Half-Screen Windows Radar and Chart Synchronization (Find Ship) Cursor Echo
Typical Chart Scenarios (SL72RC PLUS only)
Place and Goto a Waypoint

1. Press MARKS

2. Position Cursor as required

Press the soft key

Press the soft key to go to the waypoint selected by the cursor.

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The vessel navigates towards the target waypoint
See: 5.3 Working wth Waypoints Go to an individual Target Point, page 5-26.

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Make and Follow a Route

FIND SHIP

MAKE ROUTE

EDIT ROUTE

CLEAR ROUTE
1. Position Cursor - in this example over an existing waypoint

2. Press the soft key

Position Cursor for next waypoint, then press soft key. Repeat to plot all waypoints in sequence.

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Press the soft key. The route becomes the current route.

GOTO CURSOR

FOLLOW ROUTE
The vessel starts to navigate to the first (target) waypoint in the route.

STOP FOLLOW

RESTART XTE

WAYPOINT ADVANCE

See: 5.4 Working wth routes, Follow a route, page 5-24. Other Follow Options, page 5-25.

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Review Your Passage Plan

REVERSE ROUTE

SAVE ROUTE

ROUTE LIST

1. Use the trackpad to move selection bar over required route.
Time defaults to ETA - and assumes the current time is the start time.

3.2 Range Control

The radar picture can be viewed at various scales. The shortest range scale gives a maximum range of / nautical miles, measured from the default centre to the top of the radar picture. The longest range scale gives a maximum range of 24 nautical miles.
The long range scales provide the best overview of your vessels relationship to land masses, weather fronts and large ship targets in or beyond view. The short range scales provide greater detail of the radar echoes close to your vessel, and should be used as you approach the coastline, harbour or other vessels in the area. The Pathfinder Plus Radar display includes concentric range rings, which you can use to help you to judge distances on the radar picture. Their number and spacing are adjusted automatically if you change the range scale. They can be turned off (see Switching Radar Range Rings or Chart Grid On and Off on page 2-13).

Range Control

RANGE AUTO MAN

Changing the Range

Increases the range scale

Selected range scale

Range ring spacing RR 1nm
Decreases the range scale

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Figure 3-1:

Changing the Radar Range

Each time you press the RANGE key, the range changes to the next available setting. The system will beep three times if no further range scale is available. To change the range quickly, press and hold the required arrow on the RANGE key.
The range scale and range ring interval indicators, at the left-hand end of the status bar, are updated whenever you change the range.

The Standard Range Scale

Details of the standard ranges that can be selected are shown in the table below. If you wish, you can customize the range scales by specifying different ranges, as described in Section 7.4, Radar Set Up Parameters.

Table 3-1:

Radar Range Scales

Number of Range Rings

Maximum Range (nm)

Sea Clutter Control Radar returns from waves around your vessel can clutter the centre of the radar picture (see Figure 3-7, making it difficult to detect real targets. Such sea clutter usually appears as multiple echoes on the display at short range scales, and the echoes are not repetitive or consistent in position. With high winds and extreme conditions, echoes from sea clutter may cause dense background clutter in the shape of an almost solid disc.
Rain Clutter Control, using RAIN and FTC
The radar can see echoes from rain or snow. Returns from storm areas and rain squalls consist of countless small echoes that continuously change size, intensity, and position. These returns, shown in Figure 3-8sometimes appear as large hazy areas, depending on the intensity of the rainfall or snow in the storm cell.
The RAIN and FTC controls are used to reduce this clutter, so that targets masked by the clutter can be seen on the radar picture. The RAIN control is used to reduce large clutter masses around your vessel caused by rain or snow. The FTC (Fast Time Constant) control is used to reduce rain clutter at a distance from your vessel, such as that shown below.

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Figure 3-8:
When the FTC control is turned up, only the leading edge of large (rain clutter) echoes is displayed, while the effect on smaller (ship) echoes is only slight. This means that you can also use the control on shorter ranges to distinguish between two very close echoes on the same bearing, which may otherwise merge and appear as one echo. When the FTC control is turned up, the receiver is less sensitive, and there is a reduction of background noise and fill-in returns from land and large targets. You should therefore turn the control down when its use is not required. Since storm cells are usually visible for long distances due to their extreme altitude, you may wish to leave them displayed so that you can observe the location of bad weather. If you turn the RAIN or FTC control Off (equivalent to setting the level to 0%), the actual setting is stored, and restored when you turn the control on again. Note: RAIN and FTC are reset to Off at power-on.
Changing the Targets Display
The Pathfinder PLUS Radar allows you to improve target visibility by changing the following: Interference rejection Target expansion Target wakes These parameters are accessed from the default soft key TARGETS. This section explains how to change these modes and describes the effect of each mode. The current settings are shown at the right-hand end of the status bar as shown in Figure 3-9.

Safety

The chartplotter makes it very easy to place a waypoint and travel towards it. However, you should always check first that the route is safe. If you are using the chartplotter in combination with a SeaTalk autopilot, the autopilot will prompt for confirmation before it steers the vessel towards the waypoint. If you have entered your route using a small-scale chart, zoom in to a larger scale to check for hazards, such as small shoals, that may not be shown on the smaller scale charts. Note: Until you are familiar with interpreting the chart display, you should take every opportunity to compare the displayed objects with visual targets, such as buoys and coastal structures. You should practice harbour and coastal navigation during daylight and in clear weather conditions.
CAUTION: The equipment should not be used as a substitute for good navigational practice nor for official government paper charts.

5.2 Using Chart Cards

The chartplotter has a built-in world map; most areas are displayed on a scale of 4000 nm from the top to the bottom of the screen, and can be zoomed in to 150 nm. To use the chartplotter as a navigation aid, charts with detailed information for the area you wish to navigate are required. The charts are available on C-MAP NT electronic chart cards (C-Cards), each of which can store as many as 20 charts in an electronic format. A single C-MAP chart normally provides as much information as is available in paper charts for that geographic area, and can be displayed down to a range of 1/64 nm on the screen if the data is available. Two card slots are provided on the display unit. Chart data from both slots can be downloaded.

Using Chart Cards

The chart scale in use is indicated in the status bar - the number represents the distance (in nautical miles) displayed from the top of the chart window to the bottom of the chart window. Note: You can remove and insert cards while a chart is displayed. The chart information is retained on-screen until the chartplotter redraws the screen: for example, when you pan outside the current area, or use the RANGE key to change the chart scale.

Editing a Route

Once you have created a route, you can edit it using the Waypoint List as described in Creating a New Route on page 5-19, or using the contextsensitive cursor to: Insert a Waypoint into the route Add waypoints at the end of the route Remove a Waypoint Reverse a Route Move a Waypoint as described in Moving a Waypoint on page 5-14. Any changes you make to the route, except move a waypoint, affect only the current route. The current route is always held in position 0 in the database, so you need to Save the route if you want to keep the changes.
Inserting a Waypoint into a Route
You can use the context-sensitive cursor to insert one or more waypoints in the current route. However, if the route is being followed you cannot insert a waypoint into the current leg.
To insert a new waypoint in the current route:
1. Move the cursor over the route leg into which you wish to insert a waypoint. The letters RTE and the route leg data box are displayed. The Route soft keys are displayed. 2. Press ENTER. The cursor changes to a four-way arrow, controlling a new waypoint. The waypoint is connected to the existing waypoints on either side with a dashed line. 3. Move the new waypoint to the required position, and press ENTER to drop it and return to normal cursor operation, or CLEAR to abandon the operation. The new waypoint is temporarily added to the waypoint list and named with the first available waypoint number. The waypoints in the current route are renumbered to identify the new positions. Note: If you Clear the route before it is Saved, the new waypoint is removed.
Adding Waypoints at the End of the Route
To add waypoints at the end of the route:
1. Press the ROUTE soft key, followed by the EDIT ROUTE soft key. The Make Route soft keys are displayed and the cursor is connected to the last-placed waypoint with a dotted line. You can add further waypoints to the route in the same way as for a new route. 2. Either: i. Move the cursor to the required location, and press PLACE WAYPOINT soft key. If you place the waypoint in the wrong position, press the UNDO WAYPOINT soft key. Or ii. Press USE WPT LIST, the MAKE ROUTE pop-up is displayed. Select a waypoint from the Waypoint List then press the INSERT WAYPOINT soft key to place the waypoint at the end of the Route.

EMC Installation Guidelines
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised. Although every effort has been taken to ensure that they will perform under all conditions, it is important to understand what factors could affect the operation of the product. The guidelines given here describe the conditions for optimum EMC performance, but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet all of these conditions in all situations. To ensure the best possible conditions for EMC performance within the constraints imposed by any location, always ensure the maximum separation possible between different items of electrical equipment. For optimum EMC performance, it is recommended that wherever possible: Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are: At least 3 ft (1 m) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas. In the case of SSB radios, the distance should be increased to 7 ft (2 m). More than 7 ft (2 m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element.
The equipment is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V, and starter motor transients, can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage the equipment, but may cause the loss of some information and may change the operating mode. Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutting and rejoining these cables can compromise EMC performance and must be avoided unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual. If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not be removed. If the ferrite needs to be removed during installation it must be reassembled in the same position.

Suppression Ferrites

The following illustration shows typical cable suppression ferrites used with Raymarine equipment. Always use the ferrites supplied by Raymarine.

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Figure 8-2:
Typical Suppression Ferrites
Connections to Other Equipment
If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the cable near to the Raymarine unit.
8.2 Unpacking and Inspecting the Components

To GPS Power Out: 1 & 2 Power In: 1 & 3

12V Power Supply Fused

Spare Input

Cable SeaTalk

Power GPS
Core Black (screen) Red Yellow Black (screen) Red Black (screen) Red Yellow

Terminal 2 3

Function 0V +12v SeaTalk 0V +12V 0V +12V SeaTalk

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Data Output
Figure 8-19: Using the Auxiliary Junction Box
Data is transmitted in SeaTalk and NMEA formats as detailed in Appendix D and can be used to enhance other equipment as required. You can disable the transmission of individual NMEA output sentences - refer to NMEA Out Set Up on page 7-9. The SeaTalk input/output connection is detailed in SeaTalk Connection on page 8-31.
SL72 PLUS Radar Display On the SL72 PLUS Radar display NMEA output is connected at the rear SeaTalk 3-pin connector. This appears as follows, when viewed from outside:
Red No internal connection Screen 0V Yellow Data

NMEA Out

Red No internal connection Screen Data -ve out / ground / return Yellow Data +ve out / signal

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Figure 8-20: SeaTalk / NMEA Connector
If you are using NMEA output data, you must set the Data Selection option, in the System Set Up menu to NMEA IN/OUT.
SL72RC PLUS Combined Radar/Chartplotter Display On the SL72RC PLUS Combined Radar/Chartplotter, the NMEA output connector is a 4-pin connector as illustrated below. The 1.5 m NMEA OUT cable has a ferrite clamp attached to ensure EMC conformance.
NMEA OUT connector NMEA OUT connector Pin Pin name Function
Pin 2, white Pin 5, screen 4 Pin 3, blue Pin 4, not connected 5 NMEA_GND NMEA_SIG N/C CGND NMEA ground NMEA data output N/C Screen
*Pin 1 does not exist on this connector

Rear of display

NMEA out

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Figure 8-21: NMEA Output Connector

Data Conversion

The SL72 and SL72RC PLUS displays convert some information across the communications links as follows: NMEA In to NMEA Out and SeaTalk SeaTalk to NMEA Out This enables data received by the display to be passed to other instruments. For example, if you have a master and a repeater display, you only need to connect NMEA In to the master display, which will pass the data to the repeater via SeaTalk. You can prevent NMEA heading data being bridged onto the Seatalk bus refer to Bridge NMEA Heading on page 7-9. Note: To transfer NMEA data, or to convert the data, the display must be powered On.

Magnetron heater and control left on, all other services off Circulator
Antenna Antenna Type Beam Width (nominal) Polarization Patch array 5.2 horizontal, 25 vertical Horizontal

Appendix A:Specification

Antenna Antenna Side lobes Rotation Rate Receiver IF Frequency Receiver Characteristic Receiver Noise Figure Receiver Bandwidth 60 MHz (nominal) Semi-log Less than 5 dB (including Low Noise Converter/Limiter & IF Receiver) 12/3/0.7/0.5 MHz Less than -22 dB 24 rpm (nominal)
SL72 PLUS and SL72RC PLUS 7" Displays
Approvals: CE - conform to FCC - conforms to Size: Weight Mounting Power 7
1999/5/EC, EN60945:1997 Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) 223 x 204 x 75mm (8.8" x 8" x 3"), excluding bracket 1.2 kg(2.6lbs) Bracket with panel mount option External 10.7 - 44 V DC required Floating earth/fully isolated 10 W consumption with full backlighting Waterproof to CFR46; suitable for external mounting -10C to +70C up to 95% at 35C non-condensing 11 defined keys, 4 soft keys and trackpad Context sensitive, provides range/bearing or lat/lon 7" Film Super Twist Neumatic (FSTN) LCD, monochrome with 4 gray scales 320 x 240 (1/4 VGA) 7" diagonal - 143 mm x 111 mm 64 levels, selectable via soft keys. Screen and keypad: 0 to 100 in 1% steps UK English, US English, Danish, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Icelandic, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Finnish 13 pin scanner 3 pin SeaTalk input/output - SL72RC PLUS, SeaTalk input/output or NMEA ouput - SL72 PLUS 4 pin NMEA output - SL72RC PLUS only 7 pin power including 2 NMEA input channels 1 x SeaTalk, receive and transmit- SL72RC PLUS, SeaTalk receive & transmit or NMEA transmit - SL72 PLUS 1 x NMEA 0183, transmit - SL72RC PLUS only 2 x NMEA 0183, receive C-MAP cartridge reader - 2 slots - SL72RC PLUS only Cursor Echo between radar and chart on split screen and/or separate displays connected via SeaTalk. Mark placed with course line; readout shows range, bearing, lat/lon of MOB and time elapsed since MOB. Full, half and quarter screens available dependent on function Up to six user selectable information boxes
Environmental: Operating/Storage Temp. Range Humidity limit Controls Cursor Display Type: Resolution: Display Size 7" LCD Contrast Illumination Languages

Floating VRM/EBLs 3.14, 3.16 Follow a Route 5.30 Route Options 5.30, 5.32 Stop 5.30, 5.34 FTC Control 3.5, 3.7, 3.10 Functions Chartplotter 1.11 Radar 1.8
Display Operating Modes 1.4 Selecting 2.7 Display Features 1.4, 1.7 DISPLAY Key 1.14, 2.7, 2.8, 2.16, 6.10 Display Options Chartplotter 1.10 Display Timing Adjustment 8.27 Display Timing Set Up 7.15 Display Unit 1.i, 1.3 Connections 8.21 Console Mounting 8.18 Contrast Adjustment 2.6 Grounding 8.20 Lighting Adjustment 2.6 Location 8.9 Mounting 8.18 Specification A.3 Switching Off 2.4 Displaying a Waypoint 2.14 Bearing Data (EBLs) 7.12 Chart Data 5.3 Waypoint Data 5.8, 5.12, 5.25 Displaying the Radar and Synchronising Radar & Chart 2.30
Gain Recommendations 3.8 GAIN Key 1.14, 3.7 Goto a Target 5.30, 5.33 a Waypoint 5.30, 5.33 Cursor 5.30, 5.34 Stop 5.30, 5.34 GPS Positional Accuracy 6.8 Restart GPS 6.9 Set Up 6.1, 6.8 GPS SOG/COG Filter 7.5, 7.10 Grounding 8.20 Guard Zones 3.1, 3.19 Controlling Alarms 3.19, 3.22 Deleting 3.19, 3.21 Moving 3.19, 3.21 Placing 3.19, 3.20 Reshaping 3.19, 3.21
EBL (Electronic Bearing Lines) 3.1, 3.13 Display 7.12 Echoes 3.4 False 3.5 Indirect 3.6 Multiple 3.6 Editing a Route 5.18, 5.27 Using the ST60/80 Navigator Keypad 5.17 Waypoint Details 5.8, 5.13 Electromagnetic Energy 1.i EMC Conformance 1.iii, 8.28 Servicing and Safety Guidelines 9.1 ENTER Key 1.14 Erasing a Route 5.18, 5.26 a Waypoint 5.8, 5.14 Expansion (Radar Targets) 3.5, 3.11, 3.12 Extension Cable 8.4, 8.12, 8.13 External Alarms 6.4
Half Screen Windows 1.4, 2.7 Selecting 2.8 Head Up 4.2, 7.18 Heading 7.5, 8.35 Heading Data 1.5, 4.1, 4.5, 6.1, 6.6, 7.9, 8.2, 8.30 Heading Data Box 7.4 Heading Mode 4.2, 7.18 Changing 4.1 Course Up 4.2 Effect on VRM/EBLs 4.3 Head Up 4.2 North Up 4.2 Selecting 4.3 Heading Vector 7.17, 7.19 Help 7.4, 7.7 Help from Raytheon Europe 9.6 US 9.5 High Voltage 1.i
Factory Reset 9.3 False Echoes 3.4, 3.5 Features 1.4 Chartplotter 1.4, 1.9, A.5 Display 1.7 Radar 1.4, 1.6, A.4 Find Ship 2.19, 2.20
Identifying False Echoes 3.5 Identifying Objects 3.1 with Cursor Echo 4.6, 6.7 Indirect Echoes 3.6
MOB 4.1, 6.1 Alarm 4.5, 6.6 Cancel 4.6, 6.7 Data Box 4.5, 6.6 Data Selection 7.4, 7.7 Symbol 4.5, 6.6 Waypoint 4.5, 6.6 Modes Chart 1.5, 2.7 Data Log 1.5, 2.7, 6.1, 6.10 Full Screen 2.7 Radar 1.5, 2.7 Mounting the Display Unit 8.18 Console Mounting 8.18 Mounting the Scanner 8.14 on Power Boats 8.7 on Sailboats 8.7 Moving a Data Box 2.14, 3.18 a Floating EBL 3.17 a Guard Zone 3.19, 3.21 a Mark 4.5 a VRM/EBL 3.15 a Waypoint 5.9, 5.14, 5.18, 5.27 Cursor 1.13 MULTI Key 1.14, 3.7, 3.22 Multiple Echoes 3.4, 3.6