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Raymarine Raytheon R20X User Manual

Raymarine Raytheon R20X
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Raymarine Raytheon R20X Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output2 kW
Rotation Speed24 RPM
Frequency9.4 GHz (X-Band)
Power Supply12-24 V DC
Antenna Size/Length24 inches

Summary

SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1.3.1 General

General radar specifications: range, discrimination, environmental conditions, and input power.

SECTION 2 INSTALLATION

2.2 INSTALLATION OF SCANNER UNIT

Procedures for installing the scanner unit, covering location selection and mounting.

2.2.1 Selecting the Location

Criteria for selecting an adequate mounting location for the scanner unit for optimal performance.

2.5 INSTALLATION OF DISPLAY UNIT

Procedures for installing the display unit, covering location selection and mounting.

2.5.1 Selecting the Location

Guidance on selecting an ideal location for the display unit for optimal viewing and minimal interference.

2.5.3 DC Power Connection

Procedure for connecting DC power, including wire size recommendations and polarity.

GROUNDING THE RADAR SYSTEM

Instructions for properly grounding the radar system for effective RF ground.

2.6 INITIAL OPERATION AND CHECKOUT

Steps for initial operation, checkout, and post-installation adjustments.

2.6.1 Inspection After the Installation

Final inspection checks before powering up the radar system.

2.6.2 Operational Checkout

Steps for performing an operational checkout of the radar system after installation.

2.6.3 Post Installation Set up Adjustments

Necessary post-installation adjustments for optimal radar performance.

SECTION 3 OPERATION

3.1 OPERATING CONTROLS

Overview of the radar system's operating controls and their functions.

3.1.2 Functions of the Controls

Detailed explanation of the functions of various operating controls like Power, Range, VRM, EBL.

TUNE CONTROL

Adjusting receiver tuning for maximum target echoes and optimal indicator display.

GAIN CONTROL

Adjusting receiver sensitivity and target visibility for clear radar displays.

TARGET ALARM KEY ALM

Setting up approach and exit alarm zones for target detection.

3.2.1 TUNE Control

Optimizing radar tuning for maximum target echoes and clear display.

3.2.2 GAIN Control

Adjusting receiver sensitivity and target visibility for optimal radar performance.

3.3 NAVIGATION WITH THE RADAR

Using the radar for navigation, including position fixing and collision avoidance.

3.3.1 Obtaining a Position Fix

Methods for obtaining a radar position fix using navigational points and charts.

3.3.2 Collision Avoidance Techniques

Using radar for collision avoidance, including constant bearing and course change actions.

SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE

4.1 USER PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Tips for user maintenance to ensure satisfactory operation and avoid premature equipment failure.

SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENT AND FAULT FINDING

5.1 ADJUSTMENT

Procedures for making adjustments after component replacement or suspected faults.

5.1.2 Display Unit

Adjusting display unit parameters: intensity, focus, and sync.

5.1.3 Scanner Unit

Adjusting scanner unit parameters: AVR voltage, frequency, and tune indicator.

5.2 TROUBLE-SHOOTING

Procedures and guidelines for identifying and diagnosing radar system faults.

5.2.2 Fault Finding

Procedures and guidelines for identifying and diagnosing radar system faults.

Range rings on the screen but no noise and no echoes:

Troubleshooting steps for range rings visible but no noise or echoes.

Noise and range rings on the screen but no echoes.

Troubleshooting steps for noise/rings visible, but no echoes detected.

Poor sensitivity. Dim echoes.

Troubleshooting steps for poor sensitivity and dim echo display.

SECTION 6 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

6.1.3 Transmitter

Technical description of the transmitter, including modulator and magnetron.

Modulator

Detailed technical description of the line-type pulser modulator, its components, and operation.

Magnetron Transmitter

Technical details of the magnetron transmitter, its operating voltage, and current.

6.1.4 Receiver Unit

Technical description of the receiver unit, including MIC Frontend and Receiver PCB.

MIC Frontend

Technical description of the MIC Frontend, its amplifier, mixer, and local oscillator.

Receiver PCB

Technical description of the Receiver PCB, including IF amplifier, detector, video, tuning, Gain-STC, and MBS circuits.

6.1.5 Power Supply Unit (PC101)

Technical description of the power supply unit, including AVR and converter circuits.

6.2.1. Main Control PCB

Technical description of the Main Control PCB, including video input, A/D converter, clock generator, and buffer memory.

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