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JRC JMA-9822-9XA User Manual

JRC JMA-9822-9XA
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MARINE RADAR
EQUIPMENT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

Table of Contents

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JRC JMA-9822-9XA Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency9410 MHz ± 30 MHz
Transmitter Output Power25 kW
TypeX-band
Range0.125 to 96 nautical miles
Antenna Length9 ft
Antenna Rotation Speed24 rpm
DisplayLCD

Summary

PREFACE

Before Operation

Pictorial Indication

Explains visual symbols used for safety and correct operation of equipment.

Examples of Pictorial Indication

Provides visual examples of hazard, prohibition, and instruction symbols with their meanings.

Warning Label

Describes the warning label on the equipment and advises against its removal or modification.

Cautions to be Used during Operation

High Voltage and Scanner Safety

Warns against touching high voltage areas and approaching the rotating scanner due to electric shock and injury risks.

Scanner Radiation Hazard

Advises maintaining a safe distance from the antenna to avoid radiation exposure and specifies minimum safe distances.

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE OPERATION

Cautions for high voltage

Details high voltage dangers and safety procedures for maintenance, including discharging capacitors and using dry gloves.

What to do in case of electric shock

Provides immediate steps to take if someone experiences an electric shock, including power source control and victim rescue.

FIRST-AID TREATMENTS

First-aid treatments

Outlines general first-aid procedures for electric shock victims, emphasizing artificial respiration and seeking medical help.

When pulse is beating but breathing has stopped

Details mouth-to-mouth respiration techniques and considerations for restoring breathing after cardiac arrest.

EQUIPMENT APPEARANCE

GLOSSARY

SECTION 1 GENERAL AND EQUIPMENT COMPOSITION

1.1 FUNCTIONS

Describes the radar system's overall functions, compliance with IMO standards, and specific ARPA capabilities.

1.2 FEATURES

Highlights key features like target detection technology, operability, ARPA functions, day/night modes, and compact design.

1.3 CONFIGURATION

Details the configuration of scanners, transmitted output powers, and radar system components with ship's mains power requirements.

1.4 EXTERIOR DRAWING

Provides exterior drawings and mounting dimensions for various scanner, transmitter-receiver, monitor, control, and keyboard units.

1.5 GENERAL SYSTEM DIAGRAM

Presents block diagrams illustrating the general system connections for different radar types, including notes on interference elimination.

1.6 COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Discusses problems in collision avoidance, marine accidents, basic concepts like CPA/TCPA, and the role of radar in collision avoidance.

SECTION 2 NAME AND FUNCTION OF CONTROL PANEL SWITCHES AND FUNCTION OF SOFTWARE BUTTONS

2.1 NAME AND FUNCTION OF CONTROL PANEL SWITCHES

Identifies and explains the function of each switch and indicator on the control panel, referencing a display example.

2.2 FUNCTION OF SOFTWARE BUTTONS

Details the functions of software buttons available on the display, allowing direct setting of important parameters without opening a menu.

SECTION 3 BASIC OPERATION

3.1 FLOW OF OPERATION

Outlines the basic step-by-step process from powering on the system to ending operation, with attention notes.

3.2 MENU COMPOSITION

Explains the structure of the radar's menu system, including Main, Sub1, Sub2, and Test menus, and how to navigate them.

3.3 PREPARATION

Covers essential preparation steps like tuning, adjusting sensitivity, brilliance, contrast, clutter suppression, and mode settings.

3.4 BASIC OPERATIONS

Details fundamental operational procedures, including cursor control, menu item settings, EBL/VRM usage, motion display modes, and target trails.

SECTION 4 MEASUREMENT OF RANGE AND BEARING

Measurement by Trackball

Explains how to use the trackball to move the cursor and measure target bearing and range relative to own ship.

Measurement by Range Rings

Describes how to visually estimate target range using fixed range rings displayed on the radar.

Measurement by EBLs and VRMs

Details the use of Electronic Bearing Lines (EBL) and Variable Range Markers (VRM) for precise measurement of target bearing and distance.

Measurement between Two Optional Points

Explains how to measure range and bearing between two selected points using EBL2 and VRM2.

SECTION 5 OPERATION OF ARPA

5.1 INITIAL SETTING

Covers initial settings for ARPA, including collision decision criteria, display modes, target acquisition, and data display settings.

5.2 DISPLAY MODE SETTING

Explains how to set motion display modes (TM/RM) and bearing display modes (AZI MODE) for optimal target visualization.

5.3 TARGET ID No. DISPLAY

Describes how to display or hide target identification numbers assigned to captured targets for easy identification.

5.4 TARGET ACQUISITION

Details methods for acquiring targets automatically or manually, including guard zone settings and their operation.

5.5 ARPA DATA DISPLAY

Explains how to display target vectors (True/Relative) and past positions, including vector length adjustments and their significance.

5.6 DATA DISPLAY

Covers types of target data displayed and methods for displaying or clearing specific target data, including the meaning of symbols.

5.7 ALARM DISPLAY

Details ARPA alarms such as dangerous target, guard zone, lost target, system function, and gyro set alarms, including their conditions and indications.

5.8 TRIAL MANEUVERING

Explains the trial maneuvering function to simulate own ship’s course and speed for collision avoidance and its application in True and Relative Vector modes.

5.9 DELETING UNWANTED TARGETS

Provides procedures for cancelling acquired targets individually or all at once to optimize observation and reduce vector clutter.

5.10 ARPA SETTING

Covers ARPA system settings such as simulator, VD level, vector constant, gate size, and test video for system checks and performance optimization.

SECTION 6 TRUE AND FALSE ECHOES ON DISPLAY

Radar Wave with the Holizon

Explains radar beam propagation characteristics and how the earth's curvature affects detection range based on scanner and target height.

Strength of Reflection from the Targets

Discusses factors influencing signal intensity, such as target size, material, shape, and coastal conditions.

Sea Clutters

Describes the appearance of sea clutter on the display due to wave conditions and swirling currents, and how it can mimic coastal lines.

False Echoes

Details various causes of false echoes, including shadow, side lobe effect, secondary reflection, multiple reflection, abnormal propagation, and radar interference.

Display of Radar Transponder (SART)

Explains how to detect and display SART signals for search and rescue, including necessary radar settings and operational precautions.

SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE

7.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Outlines basic maintenance procedures for keeping the radar equipment in good condition, focusing on cleaning the exterior and air vents.

7.2 MAINTENANCE ON EACH UNIT

Provides specific maintenance instructions for individual units, including scanner mechanism, transmitter-receiver, display unit, coaxial cable, and wave guide.

SECTION 8 COUNTERMEASURES FOR TROUBLE AND ADJUSTMENT

8.1 FUNCTION CHECK

Details how to perform operational checks on the radar equipment using the TEST menu and lists items for checking transmitter-receiver and display units.

8.2 TROUBLESHOOTING

Discusses common causes of semiconductor circuit failures and provides a fuse list for equipment troubleshooting.

8.3 COUNTERMEASURES TO TROUBLE

Addresses common contact issues in inter-unit cables and connectors, and lists special parts for specific radar models.

8.4 REPLACEMENT OF MAJOR PARTS

Provides safety precautions and step-by-step instructions for replacing major components like magnetrons, TRHPL, diode limiters, PIN attenuators, and CRT.

8.5 ADJUSTMENTS

Explains the electrical adjustments performed by service personnel for tuning, bearing, range, antenna height, vector constant, quantization level, NSK unit, and main bang suppression.

8.6 SETTING

Covers system settings for true bearing, ship speed, navigation equipment, current correction, time/day display, performance monitor, and interswitch adjustments.

SECTION 9 AFTER-SALES SERVICE

When you Request for Repair

Guides users on procedures for requesting repairs, including necessary information and warranty/post-warranty conditions.

Recommended Maintenance

Advises on regular checkups and maintenance to prevent performance deterioration and prolong equipment life, suggesting consultation with dealers.

SECTION 10 DISPOSAL

10.1 DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT

Instructs users to follow local laws and regulations for the proper disposal of the radar unit.

10.2 DISPOSAL OF USED BATTERIES

Provides warnings and guidance on the safe disposal of used lithium batteries, emphasizing insulation and adherence to local laws.

10.3 DISPOSAL OF USED MAGNETRON

Advises returning used magnetrons to the dealer or business office for proper disposal after replacement.

SECTION 11 SPECIFICATIONS

11.1 JMA-9833-SA TYPE RADAR

Lists general specifications, options, and safety distances for the JMA-9833-SA radar model.

11.2 JMA-9832-SA TYPE RADAR

Details general specifications, options, and safety distances for the JMA-9832-SA radar model.

11.3 JMA-9823-7XA/9XA TYPE RADAR

Provides general specifications, options, and safety distances for the JMA-9823-7XA/9XA radar models.

11.4 JMA-9822-6XA/9XA TYPE RADAR

Lists general specifications, options, and safety distances for the JMA-9822-6XA/9XA radar models.

11.5 SCANNER (NKE-1079)

Specifies dimensions, mass, polarization, beam width, revolution, drive motor, and wind velocity for the NKE-1079 scanner.

11.6 SCANNER (NKE-1075)

Details specifications for the NKE-1075 scanner, including dimensions, mass, polarization, frequency, power, pulse width, modulation, and tuning.

11.7 SCANNER (NKE-1059-7/9)

Lists specifications for NKE-1059-7/9 scanners, covering dimensions, mass, polarization, beam width, revolution, drive motor, and wind velocity.

11.8 SCANNER (NKE-1052-6/9)

Provides specifications for NKE-1052-6/9 scanners, including dimensions, mass, polarization, beam width, revolution, drive motor, and wind velocity.

11.9 TRANSMITTER-RECEIVER UNIT (NTG-3037)

Details specifications for the NTG-3037 transmitter-receiver unit, covering dimensions, frequency, power, pulse width, modulation, and tuning.

11.10 TRANSMITTER-RECEIVER UNIT (NTG-3027)

Lists specifications for the NTG-3027 transmitter-receiver unit, including dimensions, frequency, power, pulse width, modulation, and tuning.

11.11 DISPLAY UNIT (NCD-4111)

Provides comprehensive specifications for the NCD-4111 display unit, including dimensions, screen, ranges, bearing, interface, and ARPA functions.

11.12 ARPA

Details ARPA specifications such as acquisition modes, target tracking, presentation modes, alarms, safe limits, and data indication.

11.13 PERFORMANCE MONITOR (NJU-63)

Lists dimensions, mass, and operation frequency for the NJU-63 Performance Monitor.

11.14 PERFORMANCE MONITOR (NJU-64)

Provides dimensions, mass, and operation frequency for the NJU-64 Performance Monitor.

APPENDIX

1. GENERAL

Provides a general overview of the Interswitch Kit's capabilities and its use with JMA-9800 series radar systems.

2. OPERATION

Details the operational flow for switching interswitch patterns, from menu opening to closing, including system standby mode.

3. REFERENCES

Provides information on pre-heat time, pattern selection, alarm sound control, and master/slave connection notes for interswitch operation.

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