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1.1 FCC Statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a normal installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will

not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.

A shielded cable must be used when connecting a peripheral to the serial ports.

1.2 Industry Canada

Operation is subject to the following two conditions (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)

this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation

of the device.

Refer also to the system specifications section.

1.3 Compliance Statement

EMC compliance:

USA (FCC): Part 15 Class B

Refer also to the system specifications section.

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1.4 Disclaimer

As Northstar is continuously improving this product we retain the right to make changes to the

product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your

nearest Northstar distributor if you require any further assistance.

It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducers in a manner that

will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely

responsible for observing safe boating practices.

BRUNSWICK NEW TECHNOLOGIES INC. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL

LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT

MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.

Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other information

relating to the product (Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from, another

language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the Documentation,

the English language version of the Documentation will be the official version of the Documentation.

This manual represents the product as at the time of printing. Brunswick New Technologies Inc. and its

subsidiaries and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications without notice.

New Technologies Inc.

1.5 Warranty

The Northstar Warranty Statement is supplied as a separate document.

It is shipped with the Product Registration Card.

In case of any queries, refer to www.northstarnav.com.

1.6 Feedback from you

Your feedback is important and helps Northstar ensure that this manual is a valuable resource for all

marine technicians. E-mail your comments or suggestions about this manual to the following address:

[email protected].

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Contents

1.1 FCC Statement............................................................................................................................................................................ 2

1.2 Industry Canada......................................................................................................................................................................... 2

1.3 Compliance Statement............................................................................................................................................................ 2

1.4 Disclaimer..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

1.5 Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

1.6 Feedback from you ................................................................................................................................................................... 3

2Preface 5

3Introduction to the Northstar radar 7

3.1 10 kW radar system overview................................................................................................................................................ 7

3.2 Check the 10 kW radar parts.................................................................................................................................................. 8

3.3 Install the radar.........................................................................................................................................................................12

3.3.1 Choose the scanner location ...............................................................................................................................................12

3.3.2 How to find the optimum height for the scanner ........................................................................................................15

3.3.3 How to find the maximum detection range...................................................................................................................15

3.3.4 How to reduce false echoes and shadow zones ...........................................................................................................16

3.3.5 Install an open array scanner on a trestle........................................................................................................................17

3.3.6 10 kW radar dimensions........................................................................................................................................................18

3.3.7 Install the 10 kW scanner unit ............................................................................................................................................18

3.3.8 When to install the open array............................................................................................................................................19

3.3.9 Install the radar processor ....................................................................................................................................................19

3.3.10 Wire the radar system ...................................................................................................................................................20

3.3.11 Set up the radar with the Northstar 8000i system...............................................................................................35

4Set up the radar with the Northstar 6000i or 6100i 36

4.1.2 Before you turn on the radar for the first time...............................................................................................................36

4.1.3 Turn the radar on.....................................................................................................................................................................36

4.1.4 Turn the radar off.....................................................................................................................................................................36

4.1.5 Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................................42

4.1.6 Troubleshoot the radar..........................................................................................................................................................43

5Manual tuning procedure for the 6000i or 6100i system 46

5.1.1 10 kW radar system specifications....................................................................................................................................... 1

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2Preface

This manual explains how to install the scanner and the radar processor. It also explains how to set up

the radar system after installation and gives information on troubleshooting.

This manual is supplementary to the Northstar 6000i/6100i Installation and Operation Manual and the

Northstar 8000i System Installation documentation.

This manual is written for professional marine technicians, installation technicians, and service

technicians, and can be used for information by dealers.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result

in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Ensure that mains power is OFF before starting installation or servicing work. Electrical shock, fire or injury can

result if electrical power remains ON, or is switched ON, during installation or servicing work.

A potentially lethal high voltage is present and can remain for a period of time after the equipment is turned OFF.

Ensure that capacitors are discharged with an Earthed wire before starting servicing work.

Ensure that internal surfaces are no longer charged before you touch them.

To minimize accidents, wear dry cotton gloves and avoid touching equipment with both hands unless absolutely

necessary. Always work from a stable position to avoid slipping or falling onto the equipment.

The radar is intended ONLY as an aid to navigation.

The skipper must make final decisions based on all of the information sources to hand

and must not rely solely on the radar.

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Only qualified personnel should install or service this equipment. Installation or servicing work that is done by

non-qualified personnel can result in equipment breakdown, poor performance of the equipment, fire, electrical

and physical hazards, injury or death.

Wear safety equipment such as a hard hat and a safety belt at all times when installing or working on the scanner.

The scanner is usually installed in an elevated position and serious injury or death can result if a person falls while

installing or working on it. It may be necessary to construct a working platform, particularly for the installation.

The scanner is heavy and an open array may start rotating at any time. Install the radar system in a location that

will minimize the possibility of anyone being struck or injured by it.

Install the scanner in an elevated position to minimize the radiation hazard to personnel.

Never look directly into the scanner at close range while the radar is operating.

Radar scanners emit electromagnetic energy at a frequency that can be harmful at close range. Always keep the

recommended safe distance from the scanner as follows:

Scanner

Model

Vertical beam

angle of scanner

(degrees)

Minimum safe distance

(100 Watts per m² average power

density) Note 1

Minimum safe distance

(10 Watts per m² average power

density) Note 2

2 kW 30 1.6 ft (0.5 m) 4.6 ft (1.4 m)

4 kW 25 3 ft (0.9 m) 9.3 ft (2.8 m)

6 kW 20 3.6 ft (1.1 m) 11.5 ft (3.5 m)

10 kW 20 9.5 ft (2.9 m) 3 ft (9.0 m)

25 kW 20 18 ft (5.5 m) 57 ft (17.4 m)

NOTES: Limits apply to exposure within the vertical beam angle.

Note 1: Peak occupational exposure limit pursuant to IEC 60936 Clause 3.27 and IEC 62252 Clause 4.32

Note 2: General public exposure limit pursuant to IEC 60936 Clause 3.27 and IEC 62252 Clause 4.32

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3Introduction to the Northstar radar

The Northstar radars are designed as an option available to the Northstar 6000i, 6100i, or 8000i

systems.

A variety of scanner models are available (2 kW, 4 kW, 6 kW, 10 kW and 25 kW) to suit different

customer requirements. Each scanner model has a corresponding radar processor model.

3.1 10 kW radar system overview

The radar system is intended for use in a marine environment.

The 10 kW radar system consists of a scanner and an open array, connected to the 10 kW radar

processor by a prefabricated interconnection cable which is available in two lengths (NS003105 or

NS003106).

where A is the radar processor, B is the vessel's power supply (24 V DC ONLY), and C is the Network

Linker (NS004721).

The 10 kW interconnection cable contains separate motor power wires, and there is a separate motor

power fuse in the radar processor.

If the radar processor is connected to a Northstar 6000i or 6100i, it communicates with the display unit

through the 6000i and 6100i radar communications cable (NS003107). An optional extension cable

(NS003108) is available.

If the radar processor is connected to a Northstar 8000i system, it communicates with the 8000i

Network Linker (NS004721) through the 8000i network cable (NS00481X).

DC power for the scanner and radar processor is provided through a power cable that connects the

radar processor to the vessel's DC power supply. The power cable is not supplied.

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3.2 Check the 10 kW radar parts

The NS-RDR1106MO 10 kW radar system consists of a box containing the scanner, a box containing

the open array, and a box containing the 10 kW radar processor.

The interconnection cable is not supplied and must be ordered separately. It is available in two

lengths; NS003105 is the 65.5 ft (20m) length, NS003106 is the 98.4 ft (30 m) length.

If you want to use an interconnection cable length other than the 65.5 ft (20 m) or 98.4 ft (30 m)

options, please consult your Northstar dealer.

If you're connecting the radar to a Northstar 6000i or 6100i system, a 10 ft (3 m) radar communications

cable (NS003107) is supplied with the 6000i or 6100i system. If this is not long enough, an optional 6 ft

(1.8 m) extension cable (NS003108) can be added between the radar processor and the 6000i. This

extension cable is not supplied as standard, and must be ordered separately.

If you're connecting the radar to a Northstar 8000i system, you need the 8000i network cable

(NS00481X) which is available is several lengths. This is not supplied as standard and must be ordered

separately.

Unpack the boxes carefully and check the contents against the packing lists. If anything is missing,

contact your distributor.

NS004793R 10 kW scanner components

Quantity Item Part name Part number

Scanner unit NS004793

M10 Hexagonal

bolts

Part of hardware

kit HR000069

M10 Hexagonal

Nuts

Part of hardware

kit HR000069

M10 Spring

washers

Part of hardware

kit HR000069

M10 Plain washers Part of hardware

kit HR000069

Copper Earth plate Part of hardware

kit HR000069

Brass washers Part of hardware

kit HR000069

Earth bolt Part of hardware

kit HR000069

Installation

template

MTZ303532

LA000413A

Mounting template LA000455A

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Packing list LA000456A

NS00310X interconnection cable - order separately

Quantity Item Part name Part number

Interconnection

cable

NS003105 length

65.5 ft (20 m)

NS003106 length

98.4 ft (30 m)

NS004783R 10 kW radar processor standard components

Quantity Item Part name Part no.

10 kW radar

processor

NS004783

This manual MN000358A

Installation

template

LA000276A

Product

Registration Card

CD000085A

Warranty CD000260A

Spare 7.5 A fuse

(motor)

Part of Hardware

kit HR000069

Spare 5 A fuse

(scanner)

Part of Hardware

kit HR000069

4 Mounting screw HR000061

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NS004793R 10 kW open array standard components

Quantity Item Part name Part number

1 10 kW open array NS004793

Assembly

instructions sheet

LA000277A

Packing list LA000279A-G

Brass washers WS000033A

Spring washers WS000032A

4 Hexagonal bolts SR000196A-G

NS00481X cable for 8000i installation only - order separately

Quantity Item Part name Part no.

Network cable

for 8000i

installation

ONLY.

NS004810 length

1.6 ft (0.5 m)

NS004811 length

6.5 ft (2 m)

NS004812 length

16.4 ft (5 m)

NS004813 length

32.8 ft (10 m)

NS003107 cable for 6000i and 6100i installations only - supplied with 6000i and 6100i system

Quantity Item Part name Part No

Radar

communications

cable for 6000i

and 6100i

installations

ONLY.

NS003107

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