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INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
⚠ Warning: A radar should only be installed by a qualied marine technician, as
improper installation poses risks to the installer, the public, and to the safety of the
vessel.
⚠ Warning: Before starting the installation or any maintenance on a HALO 2000 SERIES
or HALO 3000 SERIES radar, make sure the service mode switch at the back of the
pedestal is set to 0 (power supply disabled).
familiar with this type of electronics, consult a trained service or installation technician before trying
to service any part of the equipment.
Installation includes:
• hardware mounting
• electrical wiring
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• adjusting the radar for proper performance.
The radar’s ability to detect targets depends greatly on its location. The ideal location is high above
A higher installation location improves the radar’s ranging distance, but it also increases the range
When you are deciding on the location, consider the following:
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A longer 30 m (98 ft) cable is available. 30 m (98 ft) is the longest the cable that can be used.
• If the roof of the wheelhouse is the highest existing location, consider installing a radar mast
or tower on which you can mount the radar.
• If you install the radar on the mast, position it on the forward side so there is a clear view to
the front of the vessel.
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What not to do
• Do not install the radar too high, where its weight may compromise the stability of the vessel
and degrade the radar picture over short ranges.
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display.
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VHF antennas and GPS equipment, as it may cause interference.
• Do not install the radar where may be subjected to strong vibrations that could degrade its
performance.
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the antenna and jam it.
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