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TFT LCD COLOR MARINE RADAR
KR-12X8/15X8
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
KR-1238/1268
KR-1538/1568

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Onwa KR-12X8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandOnwa
ModelKR-12X8
CategoryMarine Radar
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Warnings

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION notices for safe operation and handling of equipment.

FOREWORD

Features

Overview of the radar's key capabilities and advantages.

KR-1238/1538 SPECIFICATION

Antenna Unit Specifications

Technical details for the antenna unit, including beamwidth and polarization.

Display Unit Specifications

Technical details for the display unit, including screen size and temperature range.

KR-1268/1568 SPECIFICATION

Antenna Unit Specifications

Technical details for the antenna unit, including beamwidth and polarization.

CONFIGERATION OF KR-1238/1268/1538/1568

System Configuration Diagram

Visual representation of how antenna and display units connect.

1. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

What is Radar?

Explanation of the acronym RADAR and its basic principles.

The Radar Display

Description of the Plan Position Indicator (PPI) and how targets are displayed.

2. BASIC OPERATION

Control Panel Overview

Explanation of the main controls and their functions.

Display Indication and Markers

Details on the various indicators and markers shown on the radar display.

Turning the Radar On/Off

Procedure for powering the radar unit on and off.

Transmitting

How to activate radar transmission after warm-up.

Echo Area Configuration

Options for displaying the echo area (round, wide, full).

Reference Position Selection

How to set the reference point for measurements.

Own Ship Marker Setup

Instructions for customizing the own ship marker display.

Stand-by Mode Operation

How to put the radar into stand-by and economy modes.

Selecting the Range

Guidance on choosing appropriate radar ranges for different situations.

Adjusting Picture Brilliance

How to adjust the display brightness level.

Display Color Setup

Instructions for customizing background and echo colors.

Adjusting Receiver Sensitivity

How to set the GAIN control for optimal echo reception.

Adjusting Sea Clutter (A/C SEA)

How to use the A/C SEA control to reduce sea clutter.

Adjusting Rain Clutter (A/C RAIN)

How to use the A/C RAIN control to reduce rain clutter.

Erasing the Heading Line

Method to temporarily hide the heading line for better visibility.

Measuring Target Range

Techniques for measuring distance to targets using rings, cursor, or VRM.

Measuring Target Bearing

Methods for determining target bearing using cursor or EBL.

Using the Offset EBL

How to use the offset EBL for collision prediction and range/bearing measurement.

Shifting the Picture (Off-Centering)

How to move the display center to view specific areas.

Zoom Functionality

How to magnify the radar display area for closer inspection.

Outputting Target Position Data

Procedure to export target position data in IEC61162 format.

3. MENU OPERATION

Basic Menu Navigation

How to open, navigate, and close menus using the omnipad.

Selecting Presentation Mode

How to choose between Head-up, Course-up, North-up, and True Motion modes.

Echo Stretch Function

How to use Echo Stretch to magnify weak echoes.

Echo Trail Feature

How to enable and use the echo trail for tracking target movement.

Suppressing Radar Interference

Methods to reduce interference from other radars.

Selecting Pulse Length

How pulse length affects range accuracy and resolution.

3.7 Guard Alarm

How to define and configure guard zones for alarms.

Watchman Function

How to use the Watchman feature for periodic target checks.

Displaying Navigation Data

How to display navigation inputs like position and speed.

FUNCTION MENU Description

Details on the items available in the FUNCTION MENU.

VIDEO MENU Description

Details on the items available in the VIDEO MENU.

Function Keys (F1/F2)

Explanation of default and custom settings for function keys.

4. FALSE ECHOES

Multiple Echoes

Explanation of multiple echoes and how to reduce them.

Side-lobe Echoes

Explanation of side-lobe echoes and reduction methods.

Indirect Echoes

Explanation of indirect echoes and how to recognize them.

Blind and Shadow Sectors

How obstructions create blind/shadow sectors and their effect.

5. MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

Preventative Maintenance

Regular checks and upkeep for optimal performance.

Replacing the Fuse

Instructions for safely replacing blown fuses.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common issues and solutions for radar problems.

Self Test Procedure

How to run built-in diagnostic tests for hardware components.

Magnetron Life Expectancy

Information on the expected lifespan of the magnetron.

6. INSTALLATION

Antenna Unit Installation Considerations

Guidelines for mounting the antenna unit considering location and environment.

Fuse Exchange for Power Supply

Procedure for changing fuses based on power supply voltage.

Installation Check Procedure

Steps to verify correct installation of all components.

Post-Installation Adjustments

Steps for tuning and calibrating the radar after installation.

Display Unit Installation Considerations

Guidelines for selecting a mounting location for the display unit.

7. ARPA

ARPA Operation Overview

Introduction to the Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) function.

Activating the Auto Plotter

Steps to enable and configure the ARPA system.

Manual Target Acquisition

How to manually select and track targets with ARPA.

Automatic Target Acquisition

How to set up automatic acquisition zones.

Displaying Target Data

How to view detailed information about tracked targets.

CPA/TCPA Alarm Setup

How to configure collision risk alarms based on CPA/TCPA.

8. AIS

How AIS Works

Explanation of the Automatic Identification System (AIS) and its function.

Starting the AIS Radar Feature

Steps to activate and display AIS data on the radar screen.

Checking Received AIS Information

How to view the list of ships detected via AIS.

Determining Target Ship Detailed Information

Methods to view detailed information for specific AIS targets.

Setting Vector Length

How to adjust the length of vectors representing target movement.

Past Position Display

How past positions of AIS targets are displayed.

AIS Collision Alarm (CPA, TCPA)

How AIS collision alarms are triggered and configured.

9. DISPLAY UNIT AND ANTENNA UNIT SIZE

Display Unit Dimensions

Physical dimensions and mounting information for the display unit.

Scanner Unit Dimensions

Physical dimensions and mounting information for the scanner unit.

ABBREVIATIONS

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