Chapter 8: Installation 8-15
Radar System Tests
and Installation
Alignment
8.7 Radar System Tests and Installation Alignment
Once you have installed your PathfinderPlus Radar System and made all the
connections,you needtocheckyourinstallationandperformtheSystem Tests
before using the systemfor navigation.It is strongly recommended that the
SystemTestsare performedbeforeconnectingthe radartootherequipmentin
anintegratedsystem.If you have extendedyourinter-unitcable, you willalso
needto check the display timing. If you encounter any problems, refer to
Chapter 9.
You may wish to read Chapters 2 to 4, and familiarise yourself with the
operation of the system, before performing the initialset up and alignment.
System Check
Beforeperformingthe functionaltest, check the following:
• All securing bolts are fullytightenedand mechanical locking arrange-
ments as specifiedare in place.
• Scannerand power connectionshave been made.
On the open array scanner, set the power switch (onthe pedestal) ON.
• All connecting wires are secured and protected as necessary.
Note: If you are the boat owner and have performed the installation yourself,
ask your authorised installation dealer to check the installation before going
to sea.
Switch On and Initial Setup
To switch on the display unit, pressand hold the POWER key until the unit
beeps.Since the display is a radar master, the magnetronwarm-up sequence
shouldstart, after which the unit should enter Stand-by mode.
The displayswitches on in the last usedmode. If it is necessary to change the
mode, press DISPLAY to show the Display pop-up. Press DISPLAY again, as
necessary, to selectRadar mode, then press ENTER.
If necessary, adjustthe lighting(see Changing the Lighting & Contrast on
page 2-6).
If required, change the default languagesettingsas follows:
81186_3.book Page 15 Thursday, August 22, 2002 8:23 AM
To Next Page
Loading...
