Simrad R5000 User manual

ENGLISH
SRT LAN Radar sensor
X-band up-mast
Installation Manual
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Preface
Disclaimer
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cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely
responsible for observing maritime safety practices.
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LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE
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Compliance statement
Navico declare under our sole responsibility that the product conforms with the
requirements of:
•European Council Directive 2014/90/EU on Marine Equipment modified by Commission
Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/1170 (16 July 2020) - Wheelmark
The relevant declaration of conformity is available in the product's section at the following
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About this manual
Intended audience
This manual is written for system installers.
This manual is written for professional installation and service engineers.
The manual assumes that the reader has basic knowledge about this type of equipment in
regards to:
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•installation work to be carried out
•nautical terminology and practices
Important text conventions
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
ÚNote: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should
proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/
personnel.
Change log
Part no Date and description
988-12291-001 2018-sept-28
First version.
988-12291-002 2018-oct-31
Updates to Technical specifications.
988-12291-003 2021-July-25
Compliance updates.
Safety precautions
Safety precautions described in this section are applicable to the radar system. They are
general safety precautions that are not related to any specific procedure, and they might
therefore not appear elsewhere in this manual. They are recommended precautions that
personnel must understand and apply during operation and maintenance of the system.
You are obliged to read these operating instructions prior to operation, and to adhere to the
operating instructions in order to prevent possible danger. Prevention of danger includes
that operator personnel are trained and authorized for safe operation of the equipment. We
assume no liability for damage due to improper operation which could have been
prevented.
The system must only be operated by persons who have passed the relevant mandatory
training on the respective systems and applications. Only reading these operating
instructions cannot replace such training. Persons authorized to operate, maintain and
troubleshoot the system are instructed and trained by Simrad. Persons operating or servicing
this radar system must be familiar with the general safety regulations and specific safety
systems, and they must have passed all required training. They must have read the relevant
operating instructions and manuals before starting to work.
Have these operating instructions always at hand on all relevant locations, and ensure that
copies are available to all operators. Operating personnel must at all times follow all safety
regulations.
During normal operation, the unit can be quickly disconnected from the main power line by
turning OFF the relevant circuit breaker located on the electric switchboard.
Do not replace components or make adjustments inside the unit when the voltage supply is
turned ON. Always remove power and discharge to ground a circuit before touching it.
Under no circumstances should any person initiate servicing or repairing the unit except in
the presence of a qualified person.
Ensure unobstructed access to all operator panels, controls, and relevant switchgear cabinets
in order to enable instant response to alarms.
Whenever it is necessary to disconnect the waveguide from a radar transmitter for
maintenance purpose, the transmitter output should be terminated with a matched load. If
this is not possible, care should be taken. Do not stand in front of an open-ended waveguide
from which power is being radiated.
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ÚNote: Main power is always present on the terminal board unless the main break from
the power distribution panel of the vessel is turned off.
Warning: Never look down a waveguide from which power is being
radiated!
Warnings
High voltage
Radar equipment includes high voltage that can cause injury or loss of life. Danger exists only
when the units are opened, exposing internal circuits, as when servicing the equipment.
This radar has been carefully designed to protect personnel from possible injury from high
voltages. Although every effort has been made to eliminate danger to personnel, no
responsibility is accepted for any injury or loss of life suffered in connection with this
equipment.
Radio frequency radiation
Harmful effects (particularly to the eyes) may be caused by exposure of any part of the
human body to high power radio frequency radiation.
The system is however designed to always disable the microwave radiation when the
antenna is not rotating.
Hazard distances
Configuration Distance 100 W/m2
point (m)
Distance 50 W/m2
point (m)
Distance 10 W/m2
point (m)
12 KW Transceiver
6' X-band Antenna - 0.15 0.6
12 KW Transceiver
9' X-band Antenna - - 0.5
12 KW Transceiver
12' X-band Antenna - - 0.35
25 KW Transceiver
6' X-band Antenna 0.1 0.2 1.3
25 KW Transceiver
9' X-band Antenna - 0.1 1.0
25 KW Transceiver
12' X-band Antenna - 0.05 0.9
X-Ray radiation
This radar system does not generate X-ray radiation.
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Contents
7 Parts included
7 R5000 X-band up-mast SRT LAN radar sensor
8 Installation
8Installation guidelines
8 Interference
9 Obstructions and blind sectors
10 Radar antenna height implications
10 Mounting
13 Wiring
13 System example
13 General wiring guidelines
14 SRT LAN up-mast transceiver overview
14 Grounding the SRT LAN transceiver
14 Ethernet cable
14 Power cable
15 Heater kit (optional)
15 The heater kit
15 Parts included
15 Installing the heater kit
17 R5000 power supply unit mounting and wiring
18 Technical specifications
18 SRT LAN Radar sensor X-band up-mast
20 Accessories
21 Dimensional drawings
21 SRT LAN Radar sensor X-band up-mast
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Parts included
R5000 X-band up-mast SRT LAN radar sensor
ARadar antenna (6 feet, 9 feet or 12 feet) and SRT LAN up-mast transceiver
BRadar performance monitor arm kit
CEthernet cable
DPower cable
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Installation
Installation guidelines
The information provided by radar is of vital importance to skippers and the safe navigation
of ships. Special care should be taken to ensure correct installation of the radar, in order to
ensure the performance of the radar system is not compromised.
Interference, either by reflecting structures or other RF transmitters, may significantly impair
radar performance by creating blind sectors, clutter on the radar display or generation of
false targets.
The antenna should be mounted clear of any structure that may cause signal reflections and
resultant blind sectors. Large flat metallic structures perpendicular to the radar generally
cause the worst reflections, and should be avoided.
All hardware should be mounted with appropriate gauge and number of fasteners, and
structure radar is mounted to should be determined to be fit for purpose, capable of
supporting the radar in any weather or sea state.
Service platform
Safe service access should be provided using service platforms where necessary, having a
minimum size of 1 m2 at a suitable height and with a safety rail of suitable height.
The design of the mounting platform for the up-mast transceiver should take into account
the vibration requirements defined by IEC 60945.
The platform that is being mounted to should be level when vessel is loaded and underway
at typical cruise speed.
ÚNote: When working at height, ensure appropriate safety harness and lanyard is used.
Interference
Other radars
Do not install the radar transceiver on the same beam plane as other radars, provide at least
45 degrees vertical separation. Use sector blanking as required to eliminate interference from
same frequency radar on vessel.
12.5°
12.5°
45°
45°
STBY
TX
The following illustrations shows suggested minimum vertical separation for different radar
combinations, where radars are installed one above the other:
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STBY
2 m
(6 ft)
STBY
2 m
(6 ft)
STBY
3 m
(9.8 ft)
12.5°
12.5°
TX
A B
C
12.5°
12.5°
TX
12.5°
12.5°
TX
APulse radar and pulse compression radar
BPulse radar and broadband radar
CTwo pulse radars
Other RF sources
The radar antenna should be installed at a safe distance from interfering high-power energy
sources and other transmitting and receiving radio antennas.
Sensitive equipment
Some electronics such as GPS and electronic heading sensors may be particularly sensitive to
radar emissions. Follow the manufacturers guide on suitable separation distances. Avoid
having such equipment directly in the beam of the radar.
Obstructions and blind sectors
Railings
The underside of the radar antenna should be a minimum of 50 cm above any safety rail.
Swing diameter
Ensure all obstructions are clear of the rotation of the antenna. To avoid the antenna coming
in contact with other installed objects while it is rotating, ensure that there is at least 200 mm
between the swing circle (turning radius) and the other installed objects.
Blind sectors
It should be kept to a minimum, and not occur in an area of the horizon from right ahead to
22.5° abaft the beam to either side. Any two blind sectors separated by 3° or less should be
treated as one combined blind sector. Individual blind sectors of more than 5°, or a total of
blind sectors of more than 20°, should not occur in the remaining area abaft the
aforementioned area. For radar installations with two radar systems, where possible, the
antennas should be placed in such a way as to minimize the blind sectors.
Distance to water surface
For all radar systems and where practical, a line of sight from the radar antenna to the bow of
the ship should hit the surface of the sea at no more than 500 m or twice the ship length,
depending which value is smaller. This goes for all load and trim conditions.
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< 2l
< 500 m
Radar antenna height implications
Antenna elevation table
The antenna elevation from the water surface determines the distance the radar beam
travels before hitting the water surface.
Height (m) 12345
Distance (m) 4.7 9.4 14.1 18.8 23.5
Height (m) 7.5 10 15 20 25
Distance (m) 35.3 47.0 70.6 94.1 117.6
Height (m) 30 40 50
Distance (m) 141.1 188.2 235.2
Elevation impact
The radar antenna should be installed in an elevated position to permit maximum target
visibility, but not higher than necessary as sea clutter increases and short range performance
is compromised with increased installation height. On smaller vessels excessive height may
also have a negative impact on vessel stability.
Mounting
Mounting guidelines
•Choose a location that will not expose the unit to conditions that exceed the
specifications, refer to the technical specification in the "Technical specifications" on page 18
•The mounting surface needs to be structurally strong, with as little vibration as possible
•Ensure that any holes cut are in a safe position and will not weaken the boat’s structure
•Before cutting a hole in a panel, make sure that there are no hidden electrical wires or
other parts behind the panel
•Check that it is possible to route cables to the intended mounting location. Leave
sufficient clearance to connect all relevant cables
•Make drip and service loops for cables
Warning: Inadequate ventilation and subsequent overheating of the unit
may cause unreliable operation and reduced service life. Exposing the unit
to conditions that exceed the specifications could invalidate your warranty,
refer to the technical specification in the "Technical specifications" on page 18.
SRT LAN up-mast transceiver
Ensure that there is adequate space for the SRT LAN up-mast transceiver housing and
antenna. Securely mount the SRT LAN up-mast transceiver prior to fitting the antenna. For
dimensional drawings, refer to "Dimensional drawings" on page 21.
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536.0 mm
(21.10”)
696.0 mm (27.40”)
466.4 mm
(18.36”)
346.0 mm
(13.62”)
100.0 mm (7.16”)
458.0 mm (18.03”) min. 200.0 mm
(7.87”)
182.0 mm (7.16”)
min. 258.5 mm (10.18”)
ÚNote: A length of at least 0.5x the diameter of the screw should be visible when the SRT
LAN up-mast transceiver is properly secured. Use a good quality isolating or anti-seize
compound on the thread, to prevent electrolysis.
Radar antenna
Remove the 2 lifting eye bolts from the SRT LAN transceiver. Mount the antenna over its
support and make sure that the waveguide connection on the SRT LAN transceiver is aligned
with the connection in the antenna. Tighten the 4 screws holding the antenna. Tighten the
screws to a torque of 22 Nm.
ÚNote: The waveguide protection cover on the SRT LAN transceiver must not be removed
until immediately prior to antenna fitment.
Radar performance monitor arm
Attach the performance monitor arm to the SRT LAN transceiver housing. The arm should be
oriented to point upwards. Ensure the gasket ring is fitted between the housing and the base
of the arm.
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All electrical connections are made when the performance monitor arm is attached to the
pedestal. It is not necessary to complete any further connections inside SRT LAN transceiver
enclosure.
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Wiring
System example
A
L
B
I
C
FF
GG
H
H
K
2
1
JJ
ASRT LAN radar sensor
BAntenna
CSRT LAN up-mast transceiver
FR5000 power supply unit
GM5000 monitor
HR5000 radar processor
IO5000 trackball
JO2000 controller
KO2000 power supply unit
LR5000 control station
1Power cable
2LAN cable
General wiring guidelines
•Check all ground connections. During the hardware installation they must be completed
before power and communication cabling
•Create drips loops where cable connects to product, to prevent water collecting on
device connectors
•All cables should be routed as directly as possible, consistent with consideration for other
equipment, in order to reduce electromagnetic interference effects and voltage drop
•Cables should not be installed close to high-power or high frequency conducting cables,
such as radar or radio-transmitter lines or large DC motor cables
•Where cables intersect, try to stay at right angles (90°) to minimize inductance of noise
•Only use suitable waterproof connectors when joining cables
•If a cable being pulled through a concealed area requires excessive force to finish pulling
through the remaining cable, consider rerouting cable via an alternative route – otherwise
cable conductors may get broken, the cable sheath & insulation may be damaged, or the
same damage may be done to adjacent cables, which may cause a fire
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SRT LAN up-mast transceiver overview
B
C
D
A
E
F
APower connector
BLAN connector
CHeater connector location (shown with a protective cover attached)
DGrounding terminal
ERadar performance monitor arm flange
FSafety switch
Grounding the SRT LAN transceiver
Connect a tinned copper cable (>25 mm2) between the ground terminal on the SRT LAN
transceiver and the ship´s structure. Cable should be kept to minimum necessary length.
Ensure it is fastened using a suitable stainless bolt and lock nut or spring washer. Self-tapping
screws should not be used. Good electrical connection is essential, ensure paint or other
isolating coatings on surface are properly removed around area of bolt and ring terminal
contact. After fitting, apply a suitable anti-corrosive coating to the assembly.
ÚNote: Radar mast should be a good conductor (i.e. metal), and be bonded to rest of
ships ground. If not, earth cable should be run to nearest grounded structure.
ÚNote: Earth strap is ideally braided tinned copper, but tinned power cable is also
suitable.
Ethernet cable
For Ethernet wiring details, refer to the System Installation Manual.
Power cable
For power wiring details, refer to the System Installation Manual.
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Heater kit (optional)
The heater kit
The optional heater kit is used to ensure safe start-up and operation in harsh conditions. For
details, refer to "Technical specifications" on page 18.
Parts included
A
B
C
D
F
HI
GJ
E
AR5000 power supply unit
BConnector (8-pin female) for temperature sensor and controller PCB
CIn-line fuse holder (10 A SB fuse)
DLower heater element
EUpper heater element
FExternal waterproof socket
GScrews, M4
HThermal conductive compound
ITemperature sensor and controller PCB, including 2x M3 screws for mounting
JPower cable
Installing the heater kit
1Ensure that the radar system is shut down, and a warning sign has been placed at
the radar control station. Make sure that the safety switch located on the SRT LAN
transceiver is switched OFF.
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2Remove the blanking plate and gasket from the heater connection at the SRT LAN
transceiver.
3Pass the heater elements, 8-pin connector, and fuse holder through the hole, from
outside to the inside. Mount the external connector to the SRT LAN transceiver
using the removed screws.
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4Inside the SRT LAN transceiver identify the temperature sensor and controller PCB,
and the heater elements mounting locations by referring to the following
diagram. Route the heater kit cables along the dotted lines shown in the image.
Ensure no part of the cable has enough slack to risk coming in to contact with
moving parts like the main gear wheel.
Remove the two nuts from the temperature sensor and controller PCB.
Secure the temperature sensor and controller PCB with the supplied M3 screws,
and attach the 8-pin female connector.
Apply a layer of thermal conductive compound to the surface of the heater
elements. Insert the heater elements into the mounting holes and secure them in
place using the M4 screws.
A
B
C
D
E
F
ATemperature sensor and controller PCB screw holes
BLower heater element mounting hole
CLower heater element retaining screw hole
DUpper heater element retaining screw hole
EUpper heater element mounting hole
FCable route
5Connect and route the external power cable to the R5000 power supply unit
R5000 power supply unit mounting and wiring
The heater kit operates at 52 V DC and should be connected to the 52 V DC output. Refer to
the power supply unit documentation for mounting and wiring details.
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Technical specifications
SRT LAN Radar sensor X-band up-mast
General
Antenna type End-fed-slotted waveguide
Type approval Radar Equipment CAT 1 (H), CAT 2 (H) and
CAT 3
Environmental
Temperature
Operating temperature -25°C to 55°C (According to IEC 60945 ed. 4.0)
Operating temperature with heater kit
installed
-40°C to 55°C according to RMRS rules
(2-020101-040-E Vol 2 - Environmental Test of
Equipment)
Storage temperature -25°C to 70°C (According to IEC 60945 ed. 4.0)
Storage temperature with heater kit
installed
-60°C to 70°C according to RMRS rules
(2-020101-040-E Vol 2 - Environmental Test of
Equipment)
Vibration According to IEC60945 ed. 4.0
Shock According to RMRS rules (2-020101-040-E Vol
2 - Environmental Test of Equipment)
Product category Exposed
IP class IPX6
Relative wind velocity 100 knots wind tunnel test (According to IEC
62388)
Compass safe distance
Safe distance to the standard magnetic
compass
1.43 m (4.69 ft) 12 kW transceiver
1.35 m (4.43 ft) 25 kW transceiver
Safe distance to the steering magnetic
compass
0.87 m (2.86 ft) 12 kW transceiver
0.85 m (2.79 ft) 25 kW transceiver
Physical
Dimensions Refer to dimensional drawings
Weight
6 ft antenna 5 kg (11.0 lbs.)
9 ft antenna 10 kg (22.1 lbs.)
12 ft antenna 15 kg (33.1 lbs.)
SRT LAN up-mast transceiver 36 kg (79.4 lbs.)
Performance
RPM
6 ft. antenna 20 or 40 RPM (selectable)
9 ft. antenna 20 or 40 RPM (selectable)
12 ft antenna 20 RPM
Nominal peak power 12 kW or 25 kW depending on transceiver
Operating frequency 9410 ± 30 MHz
Pulse length
Short pulse 70 ns
Medium pulse 250 ns
Long pulse 800 ns
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PRF
Short pulse 3000 Hz
Medium pulse 1500 Hz
Long pulse 750 Hz
Modulator MOSFET Solid State
IF amplifier Logarithmic
IF dynamic 95 dB
IF center frequency 60 MHz
IF bandwidth
Short pulse 20 MHz
Medium pulse 4.8 MHz
Long pulse 1.5 MHz
Horizontal beam width
6 ft. antenna 1.35 degrees
9 ft. antenna 0.9 degrees
12 ft. antenna 0.7 degrees
Vertical beam width 22 degrees
Antenna gain
6 ft. antenna 29 dB
9 ft. antenna 31 dB
12 ft. antenna 32.5 dB
Antenna polarization Horizontal
VSWR < 1.20
Overall noise figure < 5 nominal dB
MDS on long pulse -105 dBm
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Accessories
The most up-to-date accessories list is available at:
•www.navico-commercial.com
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