2. RADAR OBSERVATION
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2.4 RACON
A RACON is a radar beacon that emits radar receivable signals in the radar frequency
spectrum (X- or S-band). There are several signal formats; in general, the RACON sig-
nal appears on the radar screen as a rectangular echo originating at a point just be-
yond the position of the radar beacon. It has a Morse coded pattern. Note that the
position on the radar display is not accurate.
2.5 Radar Target Enhancer (RTE)
An RTE is a radar transponder mounted on navigation buoys and masts of small crafts
to significantly improve their detection by radar. Unlike a SART or RACON, which are
passive, the RTE receives a radar signal, amplifies it and re-transmits it, with the in-
tention of making the target's signal look larger on a radar display. The RTE is avail-
able in X-band and S-band types.
Echo description
RACON signalRACON signal
RACON stationRACON station
Echoes on the radar screen
Your ship positionYour ship position
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