Nobeltec IR2-HD2 Assembly instructions

InSight ™Radar 2 (IR2)
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Contents
Safety Instructions ...................................iii
Chapter 1 - Introduction ...............................1
WelcometoNobeltec..................................................................................... 1
WhatisInSightRadar2(IR2)?...................................................................... 1
SystemCongurations................................................................................... 2
MinimumSystemRequirements.................................................................... 2
RecommendedSystemRequirements.......................................................... 2
InSightRadarSampleInstallations................................................................ 3
IR2withSingleComputer............................................................................... 3
IR2toaNobeltecGlassBridge™Network...................................................... 4
DualIR2’stoaNobeltecGlassBridge™Network........................................... 5
InstallationataGlance................................................................................... 6
Chapter 2 - Getting Ready ..............................7
Inspectionsofthedeliveredgoods................................................................. 7
PartNumbersList.......................................................................................... 7
StandardEquipmentList................................................................................ 8
OptionalCableList......................................................................................... 9
CheckingthePowerSupply........................................................................... 9
Chapter 3 - Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
InstallingtheRadarBase............................................................................. 11
Shiftingawayfromobstacles........................................................................ 12
InstallingtheAntennaUnit............................................................................ 13
InstallingtheAntennatotheBase................................................................ 16
InstallingtheControlBox............................................................................. 16
ConnectingtheCables................................................................................. 18
Cable#1:RadarCable-ToRadar................................................................ 19
CableconnectionsforOPENscanner.......................................................... 22
GroundingtheAntennaUnit......................................................................... 23
Cable#1:RadarCable-toControlBox........................................................ 23
Cable#2:PowerSupply............................................................................... 25
Cable#3:PowerOn/OffSwitch.................................................................... 27
Cable#4:EthernetConnectorCable............................................................ 28
ChangingtheDipSwitchSettings................................................................ 28

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Chapter 4 - The PC Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
DeterminingDesiredBoxConnectionType.................................................. 31
InstallingNobeltecSoftware......................................................................... 32
ConnectingOptions..................................................................................... 33
Option#1:ConnectingIR2directlytoaPC.................................................. 33
Option#2:ConnectingIR2toanexistingnetwork........................................ 34
ConnectingIR2directlytoaPC.................................................................... 35
ConnectingIR2toanexistingnetwork......................................................... 38
Step1:Connectingthedevices.................................................................... 38
Step2:CongureyourPCtotalktotherouter/hub....................................... 38
UsingtheRadarSetupWizard..................................................................... 40
InitialRadarSetup........................................................................................ 43
SettingtheTriggerDelay.............................................................................. 43
TheTransmitTriggerDelay.......................................................................... 43
AligningtheRadarImage............................................................................. 44
SettingtheRadarPresets............................................................................ 48
Chapter 5 - Product Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
RadarSpecications.................................................................................... 53
InterfaceSpecication(ControlBoxtoPC).................................................. 55
PowerSupplySpecication.......................................................................... 55
CompassSafeDistance............................................................................... 55
DimensionsandWeight............................................................................... 58
IR2-4D......................................................................................................... 58
IR2-4.2andIR2-4.4...................................................................................... 59
IR2-6.4,IR2-6.6,IR2-12.4andIR2-12.6...................................................... 60
IR2-25.4,IR2-25.6andIR2-25.9.................................................................. 61
RadarControlBox(MD5-5RandMDS-6R).................................................. 62
Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
TroubleshootingDirectConnections............................................................ 63
TesttheConnectionwithouttheRadarWizard............................................. 63
TroubleshootingNetworkConnections........................................................ 64
TesttheConnectionwithouttheRadarWizard............................................. 64
FrequentlyAskedQuestions........................................................................ 67
LegalDisclaimer&LimitedWarranty........................................................... 69
LIMITEDWARRANTY................................................................................. 69

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Safety Instructions
• Donotopentheequipmentunlessfamiliarwithelectricalcircuitsandtheservice
manual.
• Wearasafetybeltandhardhatwhenworkingontheantennaunit.Seriousinjuryor
deathcanresultifsomeonefallsfromaradarmast.
• Turnoffallpowerbeforebeginninginstallation.
• Fire,electricalshockorseriousinjurycanresultifthepowerisleftonorisappliedwhile
theequipmentisbeinginstalled.
Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard
The radar antenna emits electromagnetic radio frequency (RF) energy which can be
harmful, particularly to your eyes. Never look directly into the antenna from a close
distance while the radar is in operation. Never expose yourself to the transmitting
antenna at a close distance.
Safety Warnings
All personnel involved in the installation, operation, and maintenance of electronic
equipment, or those who train personnel on such equipment, have a duty to know
the following safety precautions.
Attention! Read Carefully Before Installation
• Yourvessel’sradarsystemhasapowersupplythatcaninjureorkill.
• Neverassumepowertotheradarsystemisoff.
• Alwaysconsultyourvessel’swiringschematics.
• Securepowertoyourvessel’sRadarSystembyplacingthepowerbreakerintheOFFor
OPENpositions.
• Removeallfuses(evenspares)fromcircuitswhereaswitchmightunintentionallybe
closed.
• Verifypowerissecuredbytestingthecircuitwithamultimeter.

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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
• Electrostaticdischarge(ESD)candamageequipmentandimpairelectricalcircuitry.It
occurswhenelectroniccomponentsarehandledimproperlyandcanresultinpartialor
entirefailures.
• AlwaysfollowESD-preventionprocedureswhenremovingandreplacingIR2cables.
• Ensurethatthetargetcomputerchassisiselectricallyconnectedtothevessel’sground.
• WearanESD-preventivewriststrap,ensuringthatitmakesgoodskincontact.
• Connectthecliptoanunpaintedsurfaceofthetargetcomputerchassisframetosafely
channelunwantedESDvoltagestothevessel’sground.
• ToproperlyguardagainstESDdamageandshocks,thewriststrapandcordmust
operateeffectively.
• Ifnowriststrapisavailable,groundyourselfbytouchingthemetalpartofthetarget
computerchassis.
High Voltage
• Donotassumethatsafetydeviceswillalwayswork.
• Usegroundingsticksandcableswithhighvoltagecircuits.
• Userubberglovesthathavebeentestedwithinthelastsixmonths,whenapplicable.
• Keepyourfeetclearofobjectsontheoor.
• Standonarubbermatornon-conductiveooring.
• Makesureanotherpersonqualiedinrstaidforelectricalshockisavailable.
Low Voltage
• Useagroundmattopreventstaticelectricitydischarges.
• DonottouchanyelectroniccardcomponentswhenthepowerisON.
• Alwaysdisconnectthepowerwhenasystemisnotinuse.
• Powerdownbeforeyouchangeanyhardwaredevices-apowersurgecoulddamage
theelectroniccomponentsorthewholesystem.
• DonotusePiezoignitedsolderingironstheycandamagepopulatedcircuitboards.
Rescuing Shock Victims
• Protectyourselfwithdry,insulatingmaterial.
• Breakthecircuitbyopeningthepowerswitchorbyusinginsulatingmaterialtopullthe
victimfreeoftheliveconductor.
• Nevertouchavictimwithyourbarehandsuntilthecircuitisbrokenoropen.

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LIMITEDWARRANTY
Beforeyouusethisproduct,pleasereviewtheLegalDisclaimerandLimited
WarrantyonPages69-72.Ifyouhaveanyquestions,pleasecontactNobeltec
CustomerServiceusingthecontactinformationlistedonourwebsiteat
www.nobeltec.com
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change without notice. Neither Nobeltec nor KODEN assumes any responsibility for
errors, incidentals or consequential damages caused by misinterpretation of the
descriptions contained in this publication.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Welcome to Nobeltec
Congratulations. You have purchased the world’s most advanced radar in the recre-
ational marine industry. This Installer’s Guide assumes that you are a qualied
marine electronics technician and are already familiar with Nobeltec’s charting
software and the process of installing sensitive electronic devices.
What is InSight Radar 2 (IR2)?
IR2 is Nobeltec’s radar solution. It includes a special radar that transmits digital data
through a converter box into a PC ready digital format. It also includes a special
version of Nobeltec’s navigation software designed to work with this digital radar
data stream. This radar software includes a host of powerful tools designed to make
navigating more safe and fun.
Figure 1.1—InSight Radar in the Nobeltec Admiral’s NavView interface.

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System Congurations
IR2 communicates with a proprietary protocol through standard PC networking
devices. The Nobeltec line of products takes advantage of all the power of the PC
turning a standard or more rugged PC into the world’s most powerful navigation
platform.
Minimum System Requirements
• MicrosoftWindows7,VistaorXPPro
• 1.0GHzprocessorwith256MBRam
• 16bitcolorVGA-compatibledisplayorbetter
• 64MB(orbetter)high-endvideographicscard
• 25MBharddiskspace–(additionalspacerequiredforchartsorotherdata)
• DVDdiscdrive
• AvailableSerialand/orUSBportsforNMEAdata
• Mouseorotherpointingdevice
• GPSforpositioning
• 10/100EthernetCard
• RapidoutputHeadingSensor(UseGPSGyroHeadingSensorforbestradaroverlayon
electroniccharts)
Recommended System Requirements
In order to get the best results using InSight Radar software, we recommend you use
a PC with the following specications:
• Windows7
• PentiumIV2.4GHzwith512MBRAM(ormore)and50MBharddiskspace(Additional
spacerequiredfornavigationdata)
• DVD-ROMdrive
• Thefollowingavailabledataports:
- 2SerialorUSBports(GPS,Headingsensororotherdevice)
- USBportforNobeltecInSightRadarBoxinput(ifapplicable)
- EthernetNetworkportfortheDigitalRadarinput(ifapplicable)
• High-end3DvideographicscardwithOpenGLcapabilities
• HeadingSensorcapableofoutputtingNMEAheadinginformationIfnotusingthe
preferredcomboGPS/Headingsensor,werecommendtheNobeltecheadingsensor.Its
fast10Hzoutputmakesforbetterradaroverlay.
• GPScapableofoutputtingNMEApositioninformationwithin6’accuracyoraGPSGyro
headingsensor.

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IR2 with Single Computer
Figure 1.2—IR2 with single computer
Notes: Dashed Boxes indicate user supplied options.
System Notes:
• SystemmusthaveeitheracomboGPSheadingsensororaseparatedigitalcompass.
• RequiresthePCtohaveastaticIPaddressof192.168.0.100(oranyothercompatible
IPaddress)forInSightRadarconnection.
• NumberofNMEAinputsis30butifnotsetupproperly,canoverwhelmthePC
communicationports.
• GPSGyroHeadingsensorprovidesbestresultsforRadar/Chartoverlay.
• FordifferencesbetweenVNSandAdmiral,see“Specications”section.

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IR2 to a Nobeltec GlassBridge™ Network
Figure 1.3—IR2 to a Nobeltec GlassBridge Network
Note: Nobeltec Navigation Software does not support wireless radar connec-
tion.
System notes:
• SystemmusthaveeitheracomboGPSheadingsensororaseparatedigitalcompass.
• RequiresapprovedEthernetrouter/hubforproperInSightRadaroperation.
• IPAddressesareestablisheddynamicallybyrouterusing“DHCP”forInSightRadar
connection.
• MaximumofthreemonitorsperPC.

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• Nobeltec’sNetworkbroadcastsNMEAdatatoallcopiesofAdmiralonthenetwork.
• GPSGyroHeadingsensorprovidesbestresultsforRadar/Chartoverlay.
Dual IR2’s to a Nobeltec GlassBridge™ Network
Figure 1.4—IR2 to a Nobeltec GlassBridge Network
System notes:
• Sameassingleradaronnetwork(priorpage).

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Installation at a Glance
Below are the major steps for installing the Nobeltec InSight Radar solution. Use this
as a guide for the installation process.
• Step1.Verifythatyouhaveeverything.
- (Installers Guide – Chapter 2)
• Step2.InstalltheradarandControlBox.
- (Installers Guide – Chapter 3)
• Step3.InstallNobeltecsoftwareandcongureIPaddress.
- (Installers Guide – Chapter 4)
• Step4.RuntheRadarSetupWizard.
- (Installers Guide – Chapter 4)
• Step5.FinalRadarSetup
- (Installers Guide – Chapter 4)
• Step6.OrientyourselfandthecustomertoNobeltecsoftwareandradar.
- (Operations Manual)

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Chapter 2
Getting Ready
This chapter describes the IR2 components in preparation for installing on the vessel
as well as some necessary precautions to be observed. The following explains in
more detail about the order of the system installation.
Inspections of the delivered goods
Open your package and check to see that all of the following items are included and
in good order.
Part Numbers List
Group
Name
Product
Name Radar Base
Antenna Part
# Power
Antenna Type
Size
Antenna
Cable #
Length
Radar
Control
Box
IR2-HD2 IR2-HD2 RB714A N/A (2 kW HD) Dome 17” 242J160680A
10 meter
MDS-5R
IR2-4D IR2-4D RB715A N/A (4 kW) Dome 25” / 2.1’ 242J158055A
10 meter
MDS-5R
IR2-4x IR2-4.3 RB716A RW701A-03 (4
kW)
Open Array
41” / 3.5’
242J159098A
10 meter
IR2-4.4 RW701A-04 (4
kW)
Open Array
53” / 4.5’
242J159098A
10 meter
IR2-6x IR2-6.4 RB717A RW701A-04 (6
kW)
Open Array
53” / 4.5’
242J159098A
10 meter
MDS-6R
IR2-6.6 RW701A-06 (6
kW)
Open Array
78” / 6.5’
242J159098A
10 meter
IR2-12x IR2-12.4 RB718A RW701A-04
(12 kW)
Open Array
53” / 4.5’
242J159098A
10 meter
IR2-12.6 RW701A-06
(12 kW)
Open Array
78” / 6.5’
242J159098A
10 meter
IR2-25x IR2-25.4 RB719A RW701A-04
(25 kW)
Open Array
53” / 4.5’
242J159098A
10 meter
IR2-25.6 RW701A-06
(25 kW)
Open Array
78” / 6.5’
242J159098A
10 meter
IR2-25.9 RW701B-09
(25 kW)
Open Array
108” / 9.0’
242J159098A
10 meter

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GettingReady Installer’sGuide
Standard Equipment List
Nobeltec Part No. IR2-HD2 IR2-4D IR2-4x IR2-6.x IR2-12x IR2-25x
Items Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty Q’ty
Antenna unit (RB714A) 1 NA NA NA NA NA
Antenna unit (RB715A) NA 1 NA NA NA NA
Antenna unit (RB716A) NA NA 1 NA NA NA
Antenna unit (RB717A) NA NA NA 1 NA NA
Antenna unit (RB718A) NA NA NA NA 1 NA
Antenna unit (RB719A) NA NA NA NA NA 1
Interconnecting cable 1 (10m) 1 (10m) 1 (10m) 1 (10m) 1 (10m) 1 (10m)
M12 hexagonal bolt (M10 bolts for
Dome models)
4 sets
Control box (MDS-5R) 1 NA
Control box (MDS-6R) NA 1
Power supply cable (2m) 1
Tapping screw 4
Fuse 4
LAN data cable (Crossover) (2m) 1
Switch 1
Quick Start Guide 1
Installers Guide 1
Operations Manual 1

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Optional Cable List
Cable length IR2-HD2 IR2-4D
IR2-4x
IR2-6x
IR2-12x
IR2-25x
10meter(standard) 242J160680A 242J158055A 242J159098A
15meter 242J160680B 242J158055B 242J159098B
20meter 242J160680C 242J158055C 242J159098C
30meter 242J160680D 242J158055D 242J159098D
Checking the Power Supply
To allow proper operation of the IR2 radars, the ship’s power supply capacity must
satisfy the requirements detailed in the following table. Keep the battery properly
charged anytime to prevent it from discharging.
Power Supply Requirements
Supply voltage used Maximum current drain Allowable voltage range
12VDC 5A(IR2-HD2&IR2-4D)
6A(IR2-4x)
7A(IR2-6x)
8A(IR2-12X)
10.2to41.6V
24VDC(requiredfordouble
speedsupportinNobeltec
Admiral)
2.5A(IR2-HD2&IR2-4D)
3A(IR2-4x)
3.5A(IR2-6x)
4A(IR-12x)
5.4A(IR2-25x)
18.6to41.6V
Caution: AC power supply cannot be used.

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Fuse Replacement
Properly rated fuses must be used for a safe and proper operation of the IR2 radar
sensor unit. Refer to the following tables for correct ratings of the fuses used in the
respective models.
Supply Voltage to Fuse Table for IR2-HD2 & IR2-4D
Supply voltage used Main Fuse Motor Fuse
12 VDC 10A/250V or 125V *(6.3Ø x
32mm)
T3.15A/250V or 125V *(5Ø x 20mm)
24 VDC 10A/250V or 125V (6.3 Ø x
32mm)
T3.15A/250V or 125V (5Ø x 20mm)
Note: Fuses marked * are included with the IR2.
Supply Voltage to Fuse Table for IR2-4x, IR2-6x and IR2-12x
Supply voltage used Main Fuse Motor Fuse
12 VDC 10A/250V or 125V (6.3Ø x
32mm)
5A/250V or 125V (5Ø x 20mm)
24 VDC 10A/250V or 125V *(6.3 Ø x
32mm)
T3.15A/250V or 125V *(5Ø x 20mm)
Note: Fuses marked * are included with the IR2.
Supply Voltage to Fuse Table for IR2-25x
Supply voltage used Main Fuse Motor Fuse
24 VDC 10A/250V or 125V *(6.3 Ø x
32mm)
5A/250V or 125V (5Ø x 20mm)
T3.15A/250V or 125V
*(5Ø x 20mm)
Note: Fuses marked * are included with the IR2.

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Chapter 3
Hardware Installation
Installing the Radar Base
A radar’s target detection capacity varies greatly depending on the tted position of
the scanner. An ideal position is a location high above the ship’s keel line where
there are no obstacles around the scanner. On an actual ship, such an ideal location
is limited. Therefore, consider the following suggestions when you determine where
to install the scanner:
A. Install scanner at a position as high as possible.
Thehighertheinstallationposition,thelongertherangingdistance.Installthe
scanneratapositionashighaspossibleafterconsideringtheship’shullstructure
andradarmaintainability.
B. Install scanner away from smoke-stack and mast
Ifthescannerisinstalledatthesameheightasthesmoke-stackormast,radar
wavesmaybeblocked,creatingshadowzonesorgeneratingfalseechoes.
C. Install scanner as far forward as possible.
Toavoidcreatingshadowzonesorgeneratingfalseechoes,installthescannerata
positionnearertotheship’sbowandawayfromobstacles.Wheninstallingthe
scanneronamast,positionitinfrontofthemast(ifobstaclescannotbeavoidedfor
theship’sstructuralreasons,referto“Shiftingawayfromobstacles”described
below.
D. Do not install the scanner near hot or heat-generating items.
Donotinstallthescanneratapositionwhereitmaybesubjectedtosmokeorhot
airfromsmokestacksorheatfromlamps.
E. Install the scanner away from antennas of other equipment.
Installthescannerasfaraspossiblefromradioantennas.
Warning: Radar can aect and be aected by other antennas. Ensure that
your scanner is installed as far from other antennas as possible.
F. Make the cable length as short as possible.
Keepthedistancefromthescannertothecontrolboxwithinthestandardcable
lengthof10m.Ifyouuselongercableforunavoidablereasons,limitthecable
lengthtoamaximumof100m.

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Shifting away from obstacles
Shifting from keel line
By shifting the scanner position from the keel line to the starboard side of the ship, it
is possible to move shadow zones to the port side which can keep a clearer vision in
the bow direction. The starboard shift distance is obtained by a few measurements
and using the calculation below.
Ls=0.4R+D/2 [m] (when R<15m)
Ls=0.025R+D/2 [m] (when R>=15m)
Where: Ls = Length of shift or distance to be shifted from keel line
D = diameter of obstacle on keel line
R = distance from scanner to obstacle
Figure3.1—Shiftingtheantennafromthekeelline
Obtaining sufcient dip angle
Raise the scanner position so that there is a sucient dip angle (available between
the line of sight from the scanner to the obstacle and the horizontal line.) By raising
the dip angle above ve degrees, it is possible to prevent mid- and long-distance
shadow zones. The radar cannot detect objects below the line of sight.
Figure3.2—Obtainingsufcientdipangle