Simrad HALO 2000 Series - Setup and Configuration; Radar System Configuration; Antenna and Display Settings; HALO Light Adjustment

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SETUP AND CONFIGURATION
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to locate and adjust the settings.
Radar source
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¼ Note: Radars that support dual radar mode are represented twice in the source list, with an A and a
B sux.
Radar status
Used to view information about your radar, such as the software version, serial number and
operating hours.
Antenna setup
X-axis and Y-axis. Used to set the approximate position of the antenna on the vessel. This enables
your vessel icon to be positioned correctly on the PPI.
Height. Used to set the height of the antenna above the water line. Ensure the antenna height is
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Span. Used to select the length of your antenna.
Adjust bearing alignment
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Sidelobe suppression
Used to increase the suppression if there are false targets appearing as arcs radiating from either
side of an actual target (typically large structures such as steel hulled ships, container wharves and
large buildings). By default this control is set to Auto, and normally should not need to be adjusted.
¼ Note: This setting should only be adjusted by experienced radar users. Target loss in harbor
environments can occur if it is not adjusted correctly.
Sector blanking
Used to stop the radar transmitting in the direction of structures that could cause unwanted
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which is measured from the bow of the vessel to the center line of the sector.
Adjust open array park angle
Used to set the resting position of the antenna relative to the heading line of the radar when the
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¼ Note: When entering standby, the antenna may rotate multiple times before coming to rest.
HALO light
Used to control the brightness level of the blue LED accent light on the pedestal. There are four
brightness levels. The level can only be adjusted when the radar is in standby mode.
⚠ Warning: The pedestal’s blue accent lighting may not be approved for use in your
boating location. Check your local boating regulations before turning the blue accent
light on.
Reset radar to factory defaults
Used to reset the radar’s control settings (not installation settings) to their factory defaults.