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Koden MDC-1041 User Manual

Koden MDC-1041
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KODEN ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD.
5278 UENOHARA, UENOHARA-MACHI,KITATSURU-GUN
YAMANASHI, 409-0112, JAPAN
TEL: +81 554 20 5865
FAX: +81 554 20 5880
http://www.koden-electronics.co.jp/
OPERATION MANUAL
COLOR RADAR
MDC-1041/1040/1060/1010
93142022-
03
2001 VI TC 0.05Z1
2002 III TC 0.03Z5
PRINTED IN JAPAN

Table of Contents

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Koden MDC-1041 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Supply10.8 - 31.2 VDC
Peak Power Output4 kW
Antenna Rotation Speed24 rpm
Range Resolution20 m
TypeRadar
Display Size10.4 inches
Range Scales0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1.5, 3, 6, 12, 24, 48 nm
DisplayColor LCD

Summary

Safety Symbols Overview

Symbols Used in Manual

Explains standard safety symbols used within the manual for procedures.

Safety Symbols Used on Equipment

Details safety symbols found directly on the radar equipment.

General Safety Precautions

Scanner Unit Safety Warnings

Highlights dangers like RF radiation and high voltage for the scanner.

Display Unit Safety Warnings

Warns about high voltage hazards associated with the display unit.

Radar Installation Guide

User Installation Guidelines

Advises users to thoroughly read the manual before installation.

CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW

Introduction to the Radar System

Provides a brief overview of the radar's features and capabilities.

Manual Organization

Outlines the structure and content of the operation manual.

CHAPTER 2 USING RADAR FOR THE FIRST TIME

Understanding Radar Principles

Explains the fundamental concepts of how radar operates.

Antenna and Wave Characteristics

Details antenna beam width, side lobes, and radar wave behavior.

Radar Wave Characteristics

Display Issues and False Echoes

Discusses factors affecting target visibility and radar artifacts.

Radar Terminology and Display Modes

Key Radar Markers Explained

Defines heading markers (HM) and north markers.

Radar Display Mode Descriptions

Explains display modes like Head Up, North Up, Course Up, True Motion.

Radar Display Features

VRM and EBL Markers

Describes Variable Range Markers (VRM) and Electronic Bearing Lines (EBL).

Radar Signal Processing Controls

STC, FTC, and PPI Controls

Details controls for clutter reduction and display type.

CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION

Inventory Check and Power Supply

Verifying package contents and checking power supply requirements.

Power Supply and Fuse Requirements

Scanner Unit Installation Location

Guidelines for optimal placement of the scanner unit.

Display Unit Installation Location

Keel Line Shifting for Optimal View

Adjusting scanner position relative to the keel line.

Ensuring Scanner Dip Angle

Installing the Scanner Unit

Procedures for mounting the scanner unit.

Installing the Antenna and Display Units

Installing the Antenna Unit

Steps for mounting the radar antenna.

Installing the Display Unit

Steps for mounting the radar display unit.

Connecting Cables

Radome Scanner Cable Connection

Connecting the interconnecting cable for radome scanners.

Open Scanner Cable Connection

Grounding the Radar System

Power Supply and Radar Adjustments

Power Supply Cable Connection

Details on wiring the radar's power supply cable.

Initial Radar Adjustment Procedures

Steps for calibrating the radar after installation.

External Equipment and EMI Countermeasures

Connecting External Equipment

Connecting NMEA devices and other external equipment.

EMI Reduction Strategies

Methods to minimize electromagnetic interference.

EMI Prevention and Radar Disposal

Power Cable Layout and Grounding for EMI

Wiring and grounding practices to prevent EMI.

Radar Disposal Information

Details on component materials and environmental disposal.

CHAPTER 4 FUNCTIONS AND NAMES

Control Panel Key Layout

Identification of buttons and controls on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connections

Radar Screen Display Modes

Single Screen Display Overview

Description of the single radar screen layout.

Dual Screen Displays

Dual PPI Screen Operation

Using two PPI screens simultaneously for different ranges.

All PPI Screen Displays

All PPI Screen Overview

Full-screen display showing range and mode information.

Specific Screen Layouts

PPI/PPI and PPI/NAV Screens

Split screens for dual PPI or PPI with navigation data.

Additional Screen Layouts

ALL PPI and POB Screens

Displays for All PPI and Person Over Board data.

CHAPTER 5 OPERATION

Basic Radar Operations Overview

Introduction to the fundamental operating procedures.

Powering the Radar On and Off

Adjusting Screen Brilliance and Backlight

Basic Operation Procedures

Powering On/Off and Transmitting

Step-by-step guide for powering up and transmitting.

Adjusting Screen Brightness

Details on adjusting screen brilliance and key backlight.

Range Scale and Automatic Adjustments

Changing Radar Range Scale

Using RANGE UP/DOWN keys to adjust scan range.

Automatic Adjustment Modes (AUTO)

Using AUTO for GAIN, STC, and FTC settings.

Sensitivity Adjustment (GAIN)

Manual adjustment of radar sensitivity.

Clutter Reduction Controls

Sea Clutter Removal (STC)

Using STC to reduce sea clutter.

Rain/Snow Clutter Removal (FTC)

Using FTC to reduce precipitation clutter.

Person Over Board (POB) Function

Soft Key Functions Overview

EBL and VRM Measurements

Using EBL for bearing and VRM for distance measurements.

Measuring Distance with FL VRM2

Soft Key Function Grouping (NEXT)

Heading Marker and Parallel Cursor Management

Heading Marker and Parallel Cursor

Managing heading marker and using parallel cursors.

Range Rings and Variable Range Settings

Controlling range rings and variable range function.

Display Mode and Guard Zone Settings

Selecting display modes and configuring guard zones.

Off-Center Display Function (OFF-C)

SLEEP Mode and Tuning Adjustment

SLEEP Mode Setting

Configuring the radar's power saving SLEEP mode.

Tuning Adjustment (TUNE)

Adjusting the receiver tuning for optimal performance.

Echo Expansion (ST)

Target Tracking and Area Zoom

Target Tracking Display (TRACK)

Displaying historical movement of targets.

Area Zoom Function (ZOOM)

Magnifying a specific area of the radar screen.

Transmitter Power and Screen Switching

Transmitter Power Adjustment (S/L)

Selecting pulse width for transmitter power.

Screen Switching (SEL WIN)

Switching active screens in dual display modes.

Screen Reversal and Split Screen Displays

Screen Reversal (PICTURE)

Inverting screen colors for better visibility.

PPI, SEMI3D/PPI, PPI/PPI Screens

Operating split screens like PPI/PPI and SEMI3D/PPI.

Additional Screen Layouts

ALL PPI and POB Screen Displays

Using ALL PPI and Person Over Board screen layouts.

MENU Operation and Navigation

Menu Structure Overview

Navigating the radar's menu system.

Main and Custom Menu Options

Accessing main menu functions and custom settings.

Adjust Sub-Menu

Accessing initial calibration adjustments.

Mark Menu Functions

EBL and VRM Measurements from Mark Menu

Using EBL1 and VRM1 for measurements from MARK menu.

Advanced Mark Menu Measurements

EBL2/VRM2 and Floating Measurements

Using EBL2, VRM2 and floating markers for measurements.

Marker and Cursor Management Functions

Heading Marker, Parallel Cursor, and Range Rings

Managing heading marker, parallel cursors, and range rings.

Variable Range and NMEA Output

Using VAR RNG and outputting cursor data via NMEA.

Marker Bearing and Distance (+MK LINE)

Determining distance and bearing to a marker.

Nav (Navigation) Menu

Display Mode and Guard Zone Settings

Configuring display modes and guard zones.

Off-Center and SLEEP Function Settings

Setting off-center display and power-saving SLEEP mode.

Automatic Tracking Aid (ATA) Activation

Echo Menu Functions

Sensitivity, Sea Clutter, and Rain Clutter Controls

Adjusting GAIN, STC, and FTC for optimal echo display.

Receiver Tuning and Echo Expansion

Receiver Tuning Adjustment (TUNE)

Optimizing receiver performance through tuning.

Echo Expansion (ST)

Enhancing target definition with echo expansion.

Target Tracking and Area Zoom

Target Tracking Display (TRACK)

Displaying historical movement of targets.

Area Zoom Function (ZOOM)

Magnifying a selected area of the radar screen.

Transmitter Power and Screen Switching

Transmitter Power Adjustment (S/L)

Selecting pulse width for transmitter power.

Screen Switching (SEL WIN)

Switching active screens in dual display modes.

SETUP Menu Functions

Screen Display Selection (WINDOW)

Choosing from seven selectable screen configurations.

Screen Mode Operations

PPI, SEMI3D/PPI, PPI/PPI Screen Operations

Operating split screen modes like PPI/PPI and SEMI3D/PPI.

Dual Screen Mode Operations

PPI/NAV, ALL PPI, ALL PPI/PPI, POB Screen Operations

Operating various split screen and POB modes.

Screen Switching and Color Adjustment

Screen Switching (SEL WIN)

Switching between screens in dual display modes.

Screen Color Adjustment (PICTURE)

Changing display colors for ambient lighting.

Slave Display and System Fault Diagnosis

Slave Display Operation

Using a slave display as a repeater.

System Fault Diagnosis (SYSTEM CHECK)

Performing self-checks to diagnose system faults.

Custom Settings Management (CUSTOM)

Soft Key Assignment (KEY ASSIGN)

Customizing soft key functions and assignments.

PRESET1 Settings Configuration

PRESET2 Settings Configuration

NMEA Preset Configuration

Initial Adjustment Settings (ADJUST)

Distance, Angle, and Tuning Adjustments

Calibrating distance, angle, and tuning circuits.

Antenna Height and Gain Adjustments

Antenna Height Adjustment (ANTENNA)

Correcting radar performance based on antenna height.

Automatic Gain Adjustment (GAIN)

Configuring AUTO and MANUAL gain modes.

STC Adjustments

Automatic and Manual STC

Setting automatic and manual STC levels.

HARBOR STC Setting

Specific STC setting for harbor conditions.

CHAPTER 6 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

Owner Inspection and Maintenance Items

Replaceable Items Overview

Information on replaceable components like magnetron and LCD.

Magnetron and LCD Backlight Replacement

Details on replacing the magnetron and LCD backlight.

Fuse Replacement Procedure

CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING

Fault Diagnosis by Self-check

Using the system's self-check feature for fault finding.

Troubleshooting System Components

Identifying common issues with radar components.

Troubleshooting Table

CHAPTER 8 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

General Specifications

Overview of the radar's general technical specifications.

Scanner Unit Specifications

Display Unit Specifications

External Interface Specifications

Standard Set Components and Options

Standard Set Components

List of items included in the standard package.

Optional Accessories

List of available optional accessories for the radar.

Dimensions, Weight, and Connections

External Connection Details

Pin assignments and functions for external connectors.

Appendix

System Diagrams

System diagrams for MDC-1041 and MDC-1040 models.

System Diagrams

MDC-1060 and MDC-1010 System Diagrams

System diagrams for MDC-1060 and MDC-1010 models.

Interconnection Diagram

Outline Drawing: Display Unit

Outline Drawing: Scanner Unit RB715A

Outline Drawing: Scanner Unit RB716A

Outline Drawing: Scanner Unit RB717A/718A

Flush Mount Procedure

Declaration of Conformity