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JRC RADAR 1800 User Manual

JRC RADAR 1800
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1800
RADAR
Color Radar / Plotter
1800
RADAR
COLOR LCD RADAR-PLOTTER
MOB
MENU
RANGE
NAV
MODE
EBL/VRM
CENTER
BRT/CLR
STBY
OFF
TX
OFF
PUSH
OPEN
PUSH
OPEN
C-MAP CARD
PC I/F PORT
PUSH
EVENT/ENT
PUSH
SELECT
N 42 31.000'COG122.3 T DGPS
W 81 49.000'SOG 25.5KTS

Table of Contents

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JRC RADAR 1800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJRC
ModelRADAR 1800
CategoryMarine Radar
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Before You Begin

Symbols Used In This Manual

Related Symbol Marks

Details the meaning of various warning and cautionary symbols.

WARNING LABEL

Describes the warning label found on the unit.

Usage Hints

WARNING

Highlights critical safety warnings related to unit operation.

EMC Installation & Service Guidelines

IMPORTANT NOTE

Crucial note regarding equipment performance and installation.

Installation

Key considerations and suggestions for installing the equipment.

Servicing and Safety

Suppression Ferrites

Information on suppression ferrites used for EMC.

Outside View

Scanner Unit

Illustrates the external view of the scanner unit.

Display Unit

Shows the external view of the display unit.

GPS/DGPS Sensor (Option)

Depicts the external view of the optional GPS/DGPS sensors.

SECTION 1 Introduction

Function

Explains the primary purpose and capabilities of the radar system.

Features

Highlights the key operational and technological features of the unit.

Components

Lists and describes the standard and optional components of the system.

Standard Equipment

Details the items included in the standard package.

GPS Sensor (Option)

Describes the optional GPS/DGPS sensors available.

Construction

Provides dimensional information and physical layout of the units.

System Configuration

Illustrates how the main components of the system are connected.

SECTION 2 Installation

Installing the Display Unit

Steps for installing the main display unit.

Choosing a Location for Installation

Factors to consider when selecting a mounting location.

Standard Mounting

Describes the standard method for mounting the unit using its yoke.

Console Mounting/ Surface Mounting

Instructions for flush or surface mounting the display unit.

Installing the Scanner Unit

Procedures for mounting and connecting the scanner unit.

Connecting the Scanner Unit Cable

Details on connecting the scanner unit's cable.

Installing the GPS/DGPS Sensor

Steps for installing the GPS/DGPS sensor.

Selecting the Position for Installation

Guidance on choosing an optimal location for the sensor.

Installation Procedure

General steps to follow during the installation process.

Connecting DC Power

Instructions for connecting the unit to the vessel's DC power supply.

Grounding the Display Unit

Importance and method of properly grounding the display unit.

Connecting GPS/DGPS Sensor or Making NMEA0183 Data Connections (Option)

How to connect external navigation sensors and data.

Connecting Electronic Compass/GPS Compass (Option)

Connecting optional compass units for heading information.

Initial Operation and Set-up

Steps for initial power-on and system configuration.

Inspection after Installation

Checks to perform after installation before energizing the unit.

Operating the INSTALLATION menu

Guide to using the installation menu for system settings.

RADAR SET UP

Procedures for optimizing radar performance through adjustments.

TUNE PRESET

Adjusting receiver tuning for optimal signal reception.

Relative BEARING alignment

Calibrating bearing readings for accurate picture orientation.

DISPLAY TIMING

Adjusting display timing for correct target distance measurement.

STC PRESET

Setting the sensitivity for suppressing sea clutter.

Connecting Personal Computer

How to connect the unit to a PC for data transfer.

Inserting a Chart Card

Instructions for inserting a C-MAP chart card.

Removing a Chart Card

Steps for safely removing a chart card.

SECTION 3 Operation

Screen Layout

Overview of the radar display screen elements and their functions.

Control Panel

Identifies and explains the function of each button on the control panel.

Rear Panel

Details the connectors and ports located on the rear of the unit.

Basic Operations

Fundamental operations for powering on and initial system display.

The Power Control (Turning the Radar ON and OFF)

Instructions for powering the unit on, off, and into standby mode.

LCD Backlight and Contrast Control

How to adjust display brightness and contrast.

Display Modes

Switching between different display configurations like RADAR, CHART, etc.

RADAR Mode

Viewing the radar display in full screen.

RADAR/CHART Mode

Displaying radar and chart data simultaneously.

CHART Mode

Viewing the chart display in full screen.

Course Deviation Indicator (CDI)/COMPASS Mode

Displaying navigation data, course, and heading information.

NUM DATA Mode

Showing navigation information in a numerical data format.

Vessel’s Information/Waypoint’s Information

Accessing details about the vessel's status and waypoints.

Using the Jog Dial

How to use the jog dial for menu navigation and control adjustments.

Using the Joy Stick

How to use the joystick for cursor control and menu selection.

General MENU Operation

Basic steps for navigating and operating through the unit's menus.

Radar Operation

Selecting a RANGE

Adjusting the radar's display range scale.

Adjusting Receiver Sensitivity

Fine-tuning the receiver gain for optimal target detection.

Adjusting TUNING

Manual adjustment of the radar's tuning for signal clarity.

Reducing SEA CLUTTER

Controls to minimize interference from sea reflections.

Adjusting RAIN CLUTTER

Controls to minimize interference from rain or snow.

Setting OFFSET

Adjusting the display picture's position.

Range Measurement

Methods for measuring distances to targets on the radar.

Bearing Measurement

Techniques for measuring the bearing to targets.

RADAR Operating Menu

RINGS

Turning radar range rings on or off.

DISPLAY MODE (BEARING)

Selecting the radar bearing display mode.

RADAR SETTING

Main menu for configuring various radar parameters.

Plotter Operation

Using The Joy Stick in CHART mode

Operating the chart plotter functions using the joystick.

Enter the Event

Marking an event symbol on the chart.

Enter the WAYPOINT or the MARK

Adding waypoints or marks to the chart.

Enter the WAYPOINT

Adding a new waypoint to the system.

Storing a waypoint

Procedures for saving waypoint data.

Man Overboard

Function to mark the vessel's position in case of man overboard.

Range Setting

Adjusting the range scale in different chart display modes.

Navigation Setting

Configuring navigation parameters and selecting routes.

SELECT ROUTE (Selecting Navigation)

Choosing a route for navigation.

WAYPOINT DIRECT (Selecting a waypoint)

Navigating directly to a selected waypoint.

TEMPORARY ROUTE (Navigating according to a temporary route)

Creating and navigating a temporary route.

NEAREST PORT (Searching for and navigating to a nearest port)

Finding and navigating to the nearest port.

PREVIOUS MOB (Setting a waypoint to the MOB)

Returning to a previous Man Overboard position.

SEQUENCE (Selecting the order of waypoint navigation)

Setting the order for waypoint navigation.

WPT STEP (Selecting the method to switch the waypoint)

Choosing how to advance between waypoints.

TIDAL INFO (Displaying tide height graph of a specified point)

Viewing tide height graphs for specific locations.

OBJECT INFO (Displaying detailed information of a specified point)

Accessing detailed information about points of interest.

EDIT

Functions for modifying, erasing, and managing waypoints and routes.

WAYPOINT (Editing a waypoint)

Options for editing existing waypoints.

EDIT IN CHART

Editing waypoints directly on the chart display.

Modify / Erase / Move / Goto a waypoint

Common operations for managing waypoints.

EDIT BY LIST

Editing waypoints through a list view.

Copying a waypoint

Duplicating existing waypoint data.

Erasing a waypoint

Removing waypoints from the system.

JUMP (Jumping to a waypoint list page)

Navigating through waypoint list pages.

ROUTE PLAN (Planning a route)

Creating new navigation routes.

(Storing a new route)

Procedures for saving a new route.

Editing a route

Modifying existing routes.

Adding a new waypoint

Inserting waypoints into routes.

Editing a waypoint

Editing waypoints within routes.

ERASE

Deleting waypoints from routes.

ALL ERASE (Erasing all registry)

Clearing all stored route and waypoint data.

TRACK CONV. (Converting a track to a planned route)

Converting recorded tracks into navigation routes.

Selecting a new route

Choosing points from a track to define a new route.

DIVIDE

Dividing tracks or routes based on conditions.

CONSTRUCT (Constructing a Line/Rectangle)

Drawing lines and rectangles on the chart.

Construction

Methods for constructing graphical elements on the chart.

Constructing a line

Steps to draw a line on the chart.

Constructing a rectangle

Steps to draw a rectangle on the chart.

Menu Operations

General

Basic principles of menu navigation and interaction.

Top Menu

Accessing the main menu structure of the unit.

RADAR SETTING

Main menu for configuring various radar parameters.

BEARING

Selecting the radar bearing display mode.

SECTION 4 Maintenance

General

Common maintenance tasks applicable to all unit components.

Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning the unit's exterior.

Screw inspection

Checking for loose connections of assembly screws.

Cabling check

Verifying the integrity of cable connections.

Scanner Unit

Maintenance procedures specific to the scanner unit.

Radome Scanner Unit

Maintenance for the radome and its internal gears.

Radome

Cleaning the radome surface for optimal radar performance.

Lubricating gears

Instructions for lubricating internal gears.

Display Unit

Maintenance for the display unit screen.

Cleaning the Display Unit Screen

How to clean the LCD screen without damage.

SECTION 5 Principle

Radar Basics

Fundamental concepts and operation of radar systems.

Strength of Reflection from the Targets

Factors affecting the strength of radar target echoes.

Sea Clutters

Explanation of noise caused by rough seas on the radar display.

False Echoes

Types of false echoes that can appear on the radar screen.

Shadows

Radar signal blockage due to surrounding structures.

Side lobe

Weak radar signals from side lobes causing false targets.

False Echo by Secondary Reflection

False echoes caused by reflections from the ship's structure.

False Echo by Multiple Reflection

False echoes from reflections between large objects.

Radar Interference

Interference patterns caused by other radars.

GPS/DGPS Basics

Introduction to Global Positioning System and Differential GPS.

GPS

Explanation of how the GPS system works.

Differential GPS (DGPS)

How Differential GPS improves accuracy.

Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS)

Explanation of the WAAS system for GPS accuracy enhancement.

SECTION 6 Interswitch (option)

Outline

Overview of the interswitch device and its purpose.

Components

List of parts included with the interswitch unit.

Construction

Diagram illustrating the physical layout of the interswitch system.

Installation

Instructions for installing the interswitch unit and setting jumpers.

Setting Jumpers

Configuration of jumpers for interswitch operation modes.

Unit Connecting Cable

Wiring instructions for connecting the display units and other components.

Operation

Explains the operation modes based on jumper settings.

BZ ALARM Setting

Configuration of the BZ alarm for scanner rotation errors.

SECTION 7 After-Sales Service

When Asking for Service

Guidance on contacting support for operational issues.

Repair during warranty period

Terms and conditions for warranty repairs.

Repair after warranty period

Information on paid repair services after the warranty expires.

Product data that should be provided when you ask for service

Information required when requesting service.

Checks and Inspection

Recommendations for periodic checks and inspections.

SECTION 8 Disposal

Disposal of LCD Module

Safety precautions for disposing of the LCD module.

Disposal of RADAR 1800

Compliance with regulations for disposing of the entire unit.

Handling Used Lithium Batteries

Safety measures for handling and disposing of lithium batteries.

SECTION 9 Specification

General

General specifications applicable to the entire system.

Scanner

Technical specifications for the radar scanner unit.

Display Unit

Technical specifications for the display unit.

Radar

Technical specifications related to the radar functionality.

Plotter

Technical specifications for the chart plotter functionality.

Input/Output Signal

Details on the input and output signal interfaces.

APPENDICES

Wiring Diagram

Electrical schematic showing component connections.

Geodetic System Table

Table listing available geodetic systems for position referencing.

NMEA0183 Standard Input/Output Sentences

Information on NMEA0183 data formats used for communication.

Input Sentences

List of NMEA0183 sentences the unit can receive.

Output Sentences

List of NMEA0183 sentences the unit can transmit.

Waypoint List

A template for recording waypoint information.

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